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Affordable Father’s Day Gifts

Affordable Father’s Day Gifts

Posted On: June 4, 2023 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, CSE, General

 

Affordable Father’s Day Gifts

Are you wondering what the perfect gift is to celebrate the person who plays the role of Father in your life? We’re here to help with our top 10 affordable gift ideas, just in time for you to appreciate that special person in your life.

10 Affordable Gifts for Father’s Day (5 that are FREE and 5 that are budget-friendly):

Plan a special outing: Take your dad to his favorite restaurant, go on a hike or...
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No Place Like Home Equity

No Place Like Home Equity

Posted On: May 4, 2023 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, CSE, Education, General, Mortgages

 

No Place Like Home Equity

Home equity is the difference between the value at which your home has been appraised (or the market value) and the remaining outstanding balance you carry on your mortgage. With the rise in home prices that we’ve seen in recent years, you may be surprised to find the equity in your home to be greater than you think. This equity can be a valuable asset that you can use in a variety of ways to improve your financial situation.

There...

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Tags: Budget, CSE, CSE FCU, CSE Federal Credit Union, HELOC, HELOCS, Home Equity, Home Equity Line of Credit, Home Equity Loan, Home Improvement

Save Green by Going Green

Save Green by Going Green

Posted On: May 2, 2023 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, General

 

Save Green by Going Green

Earth Day (or Earth Month) comes around once a year, but it’s important to consider living a lifestyle where it’s ‘Earth Day Everyday’. Did you know, with a mindset and a lifestyle where Earth Day is Every Day, you could actually be saving a lot of money?

So how can you save green by going green? Let’s dig in…

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As dozen gifts for Mom that won’t break the bank.

As dozen gifts for Mom that won’t break the bank.

Posted On: May 2, 2023 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, General

 

As dozen gifts for Mom that won’t break the bank.

Looking for a great affordable gift for your own Mom, or maybe a gift from your child to their Mom, let us help you with a few ideas, that won’t break the bank!

Homemade Coupon Book: This one is a classic! If you have a kiddo that likes to stay busy, help them create a booklet of coupons for things like washing dishes, cooking dinner, giving a massage, or any other tasks Mom might appreciate. They...
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Tags: Affordable, Best Credit Union Ohio, Budget, Budgeting, CSE, CSE Blog, CSE FCU, Gifts, Mothers Day

Vaycay Your Way

Vaycay Your Way

Posted On: April 1, 2023 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, CSE News, Education, General, Lending, Vacation Loan

 

Vaycay Your Way

With Summer right around the corner, it’s time to start turning your vacation dreams into a reality. Your mental health can use some Vitamin-D after Ohio’s Winters (yes, even the mild ones!), and CSE can help cover the cost so you don’t have to save up for months before going. An affordable vacation loan to fit your budget helps you get to where you want to go!

Planning a vacation is a great way to unwind and relax. It boosts...

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Tags: Budget, Budgeting, CSE, CSE FCU, CSE Federal Credit Union, Vacation, Vacation Club, Vacation Loan, Vacation Planning, Vacation Tools

Making the Most of a Staycation

Making the Most of a Staycation

Posted On: April 1, 2023 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, CSE, Education, Lending, Vacation Loan

 

Making the Most of a Staycation

Most things in life cost more these days. If you find yourself in need of a vacation, but it’s not in the budget this year, it’s time to plan a STAYcation! You still need a recharge and time off work, but reducing stress factors can make staycations even better. Take a look at reasons why Staycations are still great if the big vacation isn’t an option, and how to make the most of them.

Stress Less. A staycation...
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Tags: Budget, Budgeting, CSE, CSE FCU, CSE Federal Credit Union, Saving, staycation, Vacation, Vacation Loan

Prepare Your Finances for the Holidays

Prepare Your Finances for the Holidays

Posted On: September 7, 2022 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, Credit Cards, CSE, CSE News, Debit & Credit Cards, Education, General, Lending

 

Prepare Your Finances for the Holidays

The holidays might not be top of mind…yet, but this month marks the ‘100 days until Christmas milestone. We want to help you get a jump start on the holidays and provide ways you can prepare your finances now, in order to make your money go further when it comes time to shop.

 

Would you prefer to watch our CSE Couch Chat video on this topic? Check it out, here.

 

To start,...

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Tags: Budget, Budgeting, Christmas Club, Credit Card, CSE, CSE FCU, CSE Federal Credit Union, Debt Consolidation, Finances, Holiday Loans

Don't Wait for a Recession Rescue

Don't Wait for a Recession Rescue

Posted On: August 22, 2022 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, Education, General, Lending

 

 

Don't Wait for a Recession Rescue

 

The economy has been a rollercoaster recently, to say the least, with supply chain issues, to staffing shortages for many businesses, not to mention record inflation. All of this is a perfect storm that has led to rumors of a recession on the horizon.

 

What is a Recession?

 

Although we don’t know if a recession...

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SPRING CLEANING YOUR FINANCES

SPRING CLEANING YOUR FINANCES

Posted On: March 1, 2022 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, Education, General

 

Spring is the time you feel the urge to sweep through your home and throw things out, donate, and deep clean, right? Have you ever thought that it might also be a good idea to ‘Spring Clean’ your finances too? You can even go about it with similar concepts.

Deep clean your finances by looking at what you’re spending, keeping your receipts, adjusting your goals, and reorganizing your spending categories in order to move forward to a better financial...

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Make Your Holiday Budget Go Further

Make Your Holiday Budget Go Further

Posted On: November 3, 2021 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, Education, General, Personal Loan

So, you blinked…and all of a sudden, it’s the holiday season once again! It seems to get here faster each year, and every year it feels like budgets get tighter. Your fingers ache from pinching so many pennies, there are more people that appear on shopping lists and the budget crunch adds more strain to the season. But, it’s not all bad; allow us to offer up some tips to relieve a little bit of that stress and to make your budget go further!

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Tags: Budget, Budgeting, Christmas Club, Credit Union, CSE, CSE FCU, CSE Federal Credit Union, Holiday Loan, Holidays, Make Your Holiday Budget Go Further

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