How-to-Guide: Avoiding (or Breaking Free From) Predatory Lending
Posted On: September 3, 2025 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: CSE, Education, Lending
How-to-Guide: Avoiding (or Breaking Free From) Predatory Lending
Predatory 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 Lending? Predatory lenders use unfair, deceptive, or abusive tactics to trap borrowers in loans that are...
How to Guide on Preparing for Tax Season
Posted On: January 15, 2025 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Education, General
How to Guide on Preparing for Tax Season
The New Year is here, and that also means the countdown to tax season begins. Preparing your taxes may seem like a stressful and daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. With a little organization and planning, you can file your taxes efficiently and even uncover opportunities to save money.
Step 1: Gather Your Documents
Here’s what you’ll likely need:
Income Statements: W-2s from...Important Things to Know About Debt Management Companies
Posted On: October 31, 2023 by CSE Federal Credit Union in: Budgeting, General
Important Things to Know About Debt Management Companies
The overwhelming feeling of debt can take a physical, mental and emotional toll on a person. In some instances, if a person is inundated with debt that they feel they can’t get out from under, some may look at working with a Debt Management Company, or a DMC.
Always remember, if you have debt with CSE, talk to us first. We have a team of professionals in our Solutions Department...