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Member Spotlight - Meet Oliver

Meet Oliver: Recent Grad and Soon-to-Be Med Student

He aspires to become a doctor.
BECU's Seattle Branch

Neighborhood Financial Center Managers

We meet two branch managers who embody the BECU value of Members First.
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10 Free Ways to Keep Kids Entertained This Summer

Ideas for free summer fun from the comfort of home.
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Save Money by Starting a Victory Garden

Even if you don’t have much space or a yard, you can grow your own food.
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How You Can Celebrate Pride From Your Living Room

Proud together: here's how you can celebrate Pride without leaving home.
Juneteenth Freedom Day

A Celebration of Freedom

We stand with the Black community in recognizing the importance of Juneteenth.
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Taxes in July - What You Need to Know

What the extension on the income tax filing date means and why it matters.
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Unemployment Benefits Fraud - What You Need to Know

Even if you don't file for unemployment, you can fall victim to this fraud.
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Affordable Social Distancing Ideas for Long Weekends

Socially distant ideas for spending your holiday weekend with others.
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Four Ideas for Celebrating Moms, Grads and Dads From a Distance

Four ideas for celebrating Moms, Dads and Grads during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Can't Travel? Try a Staycation

Had to cancel travel plans? Here are some ideas for a staycation at home.
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4 Tips for Using Your Stimulus Check

Our Lead Financial Educator offers suggestions for prioritizing your stimulus check.
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COVID-19 Stimulus Checks – What You Need to Know

Get your stimulus check questions answered.
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5 Financial Steps to Take If You Lose Your Job

Lead Financial Educator Stacey Black offers five things you can do to manage your finances if you have lost your job.
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Watch out for COVID-19 Scams

How to keep your finances and identity safe.

Member Spotlight - Meet Kayleigh and Colton

Meet Kayleigh and Colton - They Are Saving For A Wedding

They both have been members their entire lives.

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Best Summer Camp Tips for Parents

Best Summer Camp Tips for Parents

The best time to book a summer camp? Now.
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4 Tips for Buying a Budget-Savvy Engagement Ring

Don't feel like you need to break the bank.
Benson Porter, CEO

Benson Porter, CEO

See what's on the horizon for 2020 and more!
Emergency Funds - Your Financial Bestie

Emergency Funds: Your Financial Bestie

Emergency Funds aren't a one-size-fits-all kind of thing.
Are Meal Delivery Services Worth It?

Are Meal Delivery Services Worth It?

We look into meal delivery services and see if they save you money.
Member Spotlight Meet Leo

Meet Leo - He Is an Early Saver

He gets financial advice from his grandma.

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Is Online Shopping Safe?

We review computer viruses, sweetheart and online scams and reporting them.
Brian Knollenberg, VP Digital Marketing and Analytics

Brian Knollenberg, VP Digital Marketing and Analytics

Read more about doing the right thing for our members.
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Shopping on Black Friday

Do you really save? Not All "Doorbuster Deals" are created equal.
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Let's Talk About the Cost of Turkey

Get the best bang for your bird buck. Check out our turkey-shopping tips.
Member Spotlight Meet Dianissa

Meet Dianissa - She Is All About Saving

Not having a debit card helps her save money.
Sean Murphy

Sean Murphy, Chief Information Security Officer

Learn how to keep yourself safe online.
Are Password Manager Services Worth It?

Are Password Manager Services Worth It?

We look at the pros and cons of password management services.
Look out for Sugar Daddies, Public Wi-Fi, and LinkedIn Scams

Look out for Sugar Daddies, Public Wi-Fi, and LinkedIn Scams

Check out three of the latest scams and how to avoid them.
Member Spotlight Meet Bruce

Meet Bruce - He Has His Eye on Retirement

He wants to retire and help raptors.
Shannon Finch

Shannon Finch, Director of Environmental Branding

Read how her and her team create engaging branch atmospheres.
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Top 6 Tips for Perfect Kid Presents

Hopefully this will make shopping easier.

Meet Terri – She Wants You to Check Your Credit

Meet Terri - She Wants You to Check Your Credit

She shares her favorite financial advice.
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Four Tips for Finding Some Extra Money for Summer

It's more than checking the couch cushions.
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5 Budget-Friendly Home-Improvement Hacks

You don't have to break the bank to up your curb appeal.
Member Spotlight Meet Sarah

Meet Sarah - She's Not Just a Number

She feels like a member at BECU and not just another account holder.
Stacey Black

Stacey Black, Lead Financial Educator

She's never met anyone that regrets saving too much.
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Four Fun Ideas for a Budget-Friendly Summer Vacation

Tips for enjoying some much-needed time away without breaking the bank.
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Best of Back to School Sales

Did you know some of the best back to school sales happen in July?
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Member Spotlight Meet Kristine

Meet Kristine - a Member for Over 25 Years

She loves being able to access her accounts anywhere in the world.
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Free (Or Almost Free) Things to Do in Seattle

You don't have to break the bank this summer in Seattle.
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Three Can't-Miss Summertime Side Hustles

The summer is the perfect time for professional moonlighting.
Member Spotlight Meet Charmaine

Meet Charmaine - It Feels Like Family

When she talks to a BECU rep she feels like she’s known them forever.
Affinity Team

Meet the Affinity Team

Learn about the team behind all of our cool partnerships and sponsorships.
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Your Summer Financial Podcast Playlist

Here are some finance suggestions for your podcast playlist.
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Get Financial Advice on Pinterest

Did you know that BECU is on Pinterest?
Member Spotlight Meet Josh

Meet Josh - He Tries to Spend Wisely

He likes to invest in experiences rather than things.
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Saving Through Streaming

"Cutting the cord" with cable providers can benefit your bank account.
Debbie Wege, Cooperative Community Advocate

Debbie Wege, Cooperative Community Advocate

Learn how she brings our co-op principles to life.
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Four Common Tax Filing Mistakes to Avoid

Be sure to avoid these mistakes this tax season.

Member Spotlight Meet Patricia

Meet Patricia - She Likes to Keep Her Money Local

She shares the best piece of financial advice she's received.
Find A BECU Branch Near You

Find a BECU Branch Near You

We're in a network of 3,500 credit unions that offer Shared Branching.
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Take a Fresh Look at Your Debt This Spring

Check out the debt consolidation tools available to BECU members.
Member Spotlight Meet Melissa

Meet Melissa - She's Seeing the Country

She downsized to an RV and travels.
Alvin Lee, Digital Channel Manager

Alvin Lee, Digital Channel Manager

Additional self-service features arrived in 2019 and more!
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A Wake-Up Call From the Shutdown

We look at options for possibly missing a paycheck.
Member Spotlight Meet Dave

Meet Dave - He Believes in Saving Early

He started savings accounts at BECU for his grandkids.
Liz Wagner, Senior Digital Strategy Manager

Liz Wagner, Senior Digital Strategy Manager

Learn what we accomplished in 2019.
Member Spotlight Meet Nickii

Meet Nickii - She Believes in Rainy Day Funds

See how much she sets aside for her emergency fund.
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Keep Imposter Scammers Off Your Gift-Giving List

We review the Gift Card Imposter Scam and how to report it.
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Watch out for These Common Scams – Part 2

We review advance fee scams, impersonation scams and reporting them.
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Watch out for These Common Scams – Part 1

We review computer viruses, sweetheart and online scams and reporting them.
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Is Biometrics Here to Stay?

Looking into biometrics.
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Are You Missing Out On a Virtual Gold Rush?

The Virtual Gold Rush

Taking look at digital currency.