Extending the Life of Your Vehicle & Saving Money
Posted On: August 5, 2020 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Auto Loans, Education, General
A vehicle is a huge investment. Outside of a house and possibly student loans, it is one of the largest purchases you’ll ever make - and, on average, American's purchase around 10 cars in their lifetime. However, many consumers don’t take proper care of their vehicles and skip regular maintenance, which in turn costs more money when you have to purchase another vehicle sooner than expected.
So, take proper care and invest in regular maintenance for your...
Fraud Protection from CSE
Posted On: July 21, 2020 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Debit & Credit Cards, Education, Fraud Tips, General
No matter how vigilant you may be with keeping your financial records secure, thieves still seem to find a way to gain and use your card information to make unauthorized purchases. It can happen at the grocery store, the gas station, an ATM, or any other merchant you visit. It can even happen online on unsecured websites – and it can happen to you.
At CSE Federal Credit Union, we are committed to keeping our members’ personal information and assets safe while...
Forbes Names CSE Federal Credit Union Best Credit Union in Ohio
Posted On: July 1, 2020 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: CSE News, General
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%...
Getting back to normal after the COVID-19 crisis & revamping your finances.
Posted On: June 9, 2020 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, CSE News, Education, General, Lending
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...
Mobile Payments: Why Should I Use Them?
Posted On: March 16, 2020 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Debit & Credit Cards, Education, General
Just a few years ago, the world was introduced to Mobile Payments and Wallets. Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and Google Pay have now become one of the most convenient, safest ways to transact business with a debit or credit card. As we become more and more of a cashless society, having payment options is critical to ensuring you can purchase what you need and want. You likely have a debit or credit card that you use (or, possibly multiple cards) - it would be nice to put them away and...
Auto Loans at CSE Save You Money
Posted On: March 1, 2020 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Auto Loans, General, Lending
Know Before You go... Car Shopping
The age of vehicles on the road continues to rise. According to IHS Markit, the average age of all vehicles at the end of 2019 was 11.8 years old. After a nationwide drop in vehicle sales in 2019, the average age will likely creep up more. When considering those factors, the market is likely to move toward an increase in car sales. If you find yourself looking for a vehicle, be smart about your financing options.
With gas prices...