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How To Save on Moving Help and Avoid Scams

Comparison shopping tips to protect your stuff and your money.
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Guide to 2021 Child Tax Credit: Amounts, Eligibility

Find out what to expect when advance payments begin in July.
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Car Shoppers Face Fewer Choices and Higher Prices

Learn how a microchip shortage is affecting sales and get shopping tips.

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Low-Cost Vacation Rental? Take a Closer Look

Get tips for avoiding hidden fees and terms on your vacation rental.
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Why You Should Spend With Pride Year-Round

Your everyday spending can support the LGBTQIA+ community year-round.
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The Financial Significance of Juneteenth

We reflect on the nation’s history of barriers to Black financial health.

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Edgar Villanueva on Closing the Racial Wealth Gap

The author of “Decolonizing Wealth” works for equity and community healing.
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Consider Costs Before Getting a Pet

Learn how much you’ll need to budget to care for a new furry friend.
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Low-Cost Tips For Reducing Energy Use at Home

Get tips to benefit your wallet — and the planet.

Everyday Finance

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10 Black Finance Leaders in History

In honor of Black History Month, learn about these trailblazers in finance.
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Raise Credit Scores With Healthy Financial Habits

Learn how to improve your financial health and raise your score.
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Buy or Refi? Low Mortgage Rates Boost Buying Power

Read expert tips about what low rates could mean for you.

COVID-19

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No Job? Take 5 Steps to Shore up Your Finances

Tackle holiday stress by making sure your financial basics are covered.
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Achieve Your Budgeting Goals During the Pandemic

Learn budgeting tips that can help even during tough times.
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No Stimulus Check Yet? Here’s What To Expect

Find out whether a payment might be due to you and how to claim it.

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How to Protect Yourself from Online Scams this Holiday Season

Don’t fall victim to fraud. Read advice from Sean Murphy, chief information security officer.
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Is Online Shopping Safe?

We review computer viruses, sweetheart and online scams and reporting them.
Are Password Manager Services Worth It?

Are Password Manager Services Worth It?

We look at the pros and cons of password management services.

Member Spotlight

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2020 People Helping People Award Recipients

BECU Honors Nonprofits with Annual Awards

Local nonprofits honored for helping communities, driving social change.
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Be Part of the More Than Just Money Campaign

Submit your short video or photo for the opportunity to be featured in our current ad campaign.
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More Than Just Money Grows Up

Starting this month, be on the lookout for our new More Than Just Money campaign. We’re celebrating you, our members, and our shared values.

BECU Expert Q & A

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BECU SVP: Value Differences To Open Doors

Bryan Lee MacDonald says real connections pave the way to equity.
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Women Leaders Share Vision for Path to Equity

BECU leaders discuss what it takes to increase opportunities for women.
Standing in front of a yellow house, man cradles woman in his arms while she dangles keys from her fingers.

Buy or Refi? Low Mortgage Rates Boost Buying Power

Read expert tips about what low rates could mean for you.

Hear From Our CEO

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BECU CEO Finds Hope in the Challenges of 2020

Benson Porter reflects on the events of the year and looks forward to 2021.
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Update on BECU's Journey Towards a More Inclusive Cooperative

CEO Benson Porter shares the credit union’s progress and what’s ahead.
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We are Listening, Learning and Taking Action

Driven by our values, we are taking meaningful action.