October 29, 2025
We're pleased to introduce the future of CSE's brand and marketing: Banking that Means More! It's not just a slogan...it's what we do everyday.
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October 29, 2025
We're pleased to introduce the future of CSE's brand and marketing: Banking that Means More! It's not just a slogan...it's what we do everyday.
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October 1, 2025
How-to-Guide: Cash, Credit, and Debit – How Should I Pay?
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How-to-Guide: Avoiding (or Breaking Free From) Predatory LendingPredatory lending isn’t always easy to spot, and if you’ve already found yourself stuck in a high-interest loan, you’re not alone. This guide will help you recognize the warning signs and provide steps to escape if you’re already caught in the cycle.What Is Predatory
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August 6, 2025
How-to-Guide: Building Credit for Gen Z—A Real-World Guide to Getting Started For many Gen Z-ers, building credit can feel like one of those “adulting” tasks that you should be doing, but for many, no one really explains how crucial credit is for your financial future! Whether you're dreaming of renting your first apartment,
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How to Use AI as a Smart Tool for Your Financial Planning Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming more common in our daily lives—from personalized playlists to voice assistants. But did you know it can also help you take control of your financial future? At CSE, we believe in giving you the tools to make informed, empowered decisions. That’s
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June 25, 2025
What Happens When a Lender Checks My Credit Score? (And 5 Tips to Keep It Strong) If you’ve ever applied for a loan, credit card, or even a new phone plan, chances are the company said, “We’ll need to check your credit.” But what does that actually mean? And can it hurt your credit score? Let’s break it...
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Understanding Buy Now, Pay Later Services What You Need to Know Before You Click “Pay Later” Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services are popping up everywhere — from online shopping carts to your favorite clothing apps. They promise a simple solution: break up your purchase into smaller payments, often with “no interest”...
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June 4, 2025
The recent surge in scam attempts isn’t new—but it’s becoming harder to ignore. It seems like every time we check our phones these days, there’s another suspicious text, voicemail, or call. Maybe you’ve gotten a text claiming you owe a toll fee, or a voicemail telling you you’ve been approved for a loan...
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May 1, 2025
HOW TO GUIDE: STAYING SAFE FROM AI SCAMS Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way we live, work, and manage our finances. While AI has many benefits, scammers are also using this technology to create more convincing and sophisticated fraud schemes. As your trusted credit union, we want to ensure you know how to protect yourself....
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Attention Shared Branch Users: Enhanced Security for In-Person Verification Your security is our top priority—both at CSE and through our Shared Branch partners. With the Shared Branch network, you can access your CSE accounts at over 5,000 credit union branches nationwide. New Security Step for Out-of-State IDs: Beginning May...
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