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Teaching your children about money is one of the most important lessons and skills that you may teach them in their entire lifetime. The topic of money and personal finance doesn’t always come up in school curriculum, other than showing them what a penny is versus a nickel – that’s why it’s important that money and finances are a regular and comfortable conversation in your household.

It can be an overwhelming thought when you start thinking about...

Buying a car, whether it’s new or used, is almost always an exciting purchase. Whether it’s a car with better features, something that is more ‘your style’, or something else, it’s just fun to drive around in something new. But, with a new car, usually comes a new loan. To make sure you are having the ultimate fun with your new vehicle, make sure you have the best financing.

Here’s what to watch out for when car shopping at dealerships...

Just the thought of retirement can be both exciting and terrifying at the same time. It’s what you’ve worked towards for your entire life, but it comes with many unknowns. You’re sure to be wondering if you’ve saved enough, can afford your expenses moving forward, and whether you’re truly ready to move into the next stage of your life.

The reality is that when it comes to retirement, many are unprepared due to a combination of increasing...

Have you ever walked into the credit union and thought it felt a little different? Perhaps a little more welcoming than most other financial institutions? Well, that’s because as a credit union member, you are part owner which means you have a say in how CSE is operated - - so you’re practically part of the family! With that, comes a number of benefits such as the affordable financial perks and easy access to your money. Because we are member-owned, we are there for...

The romance scam is one of the most common scams that we see at the credit union, but at times, is one of the most difficult to convince members that they are falling victim to. Millions of people each year turn to dating sites or social media to meet people. Don’t feel embarrassed if this hits home. Rather, consider evaluating red flags if this story sounds all-too-familiar.

There are a few red flags you will quickly notice if you’re involved in a romance...

The holidays are super jolly until they catch us by surprise in the New Year. After a spending bonanza, comes the dreaded credit card statement. It’s completely possible that it may take your breath away when you see all of those charges as your new balance due. If you carry a balance on your credit card(s), don’t worry, CSE is here to help provide relief with a balance transfer special designed to give you some financial flexibility!

Many store-issued credit cards that you...

The year 2020 is officially in the books, and rather than “hindsight being 2020”, 2020 is now officially hindsight. It was a year that no one could have planned for, where time seemed to both fly by and stand still. It was a year where, for many, the “highs” seemed hard to find, and the “lows” just seemed to keep on coming.

Though 2020 provided a lot of forgettable moments, for CSE, it also provided numerous opportunities to make a significant impact...

CSE was recently named the #1 Credit Union in Ohio by Forbes. Our ranking was derived from a series of independent surveys by Statista, a leading global provider of market and consumer data.

Forbes and Statista worked together on a list of Best Banks and Credit Unions to provide consumers with information on which credit unions provide the best overall service and experience. Across all US states, 182 credit unions are being recognized, equaling 3.5%...

The COVID-19 crisis has affected every single one of us, though it’s level of impact varies. Some of us were financially prepared for a situation like what we just went through, others were not. For all of us, now is a great time to assess where we were, where we are, and where we want to be in our financial lives as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Financial prosperity in a post-crisis world may seem unlikely or even unattainable. If you’re finding that it's time...