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OCCU’s four-day workweek pilot shows benefits for members and team

Eugene, Oregon – Four months into a pilot program to test a four-day, 32-hour workweek in its Member Contact Center, OCCU is already seeing results in the form of more satisfied members and happier employees.
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Celebrating OCCU’s 68th birthday: Share your story

It’s been 68 years since a group of state employees decided to pool their money in a shoebox and help each other financially. Help us celebrate, we ask that you share your OCCU member story.
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Credit Unions vs. Banks
Ryan Larsen
Ryan Larsen
Mortgage Loan Advisor
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Member security: Smishing, vishing, phishing and impostor site attacks continue to rise

With fraudulent activity on the rise – it’s more important than ever to stay up to date on the latest attack strategies to keep you and your financial information safe. Learn more about the different types of fraud and how OCCU prevents, responds
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Privacy & Security
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Thinking beyond your checking account — what’s next?

On the path toward financial wellness, everyone’s journey looks a bit different. With all the options available to support growing your money, there’s no reason to stop only at one checking account. Here are some questions you can ask yourself as you
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Basic Finances
Budgeting & Saving
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What to say to your high school graduate (about money)

Whether your recent grad is headed for college, trade school, a gap year abroad or straight for the workforce, it’s time to have the money talk. Here are a few talking points you can use to guide your conversation and help get your high school
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Basic Finances
Starting Out Financially
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Investment check-in: How’s your allocation?

Set it and forget it can be wise – but have you checked in with your investments lately? Investing your money wisely can help you outpace inflation and build financial resilience for the future. Here’s how to review your investments and ways to
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Retirement Planning
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Member security: How to protect yourself from identity theft

At OCCU, your financial security is our top priority. Stay safe from identity theft – here are ways you can protect yourself from this common form of fraud.
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Privacy & Security
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Overdraft protection options

Protect yourself from overdrafts and support your financial wellness. At OCCU, we offer multiple layers of overdraft protection for your checking account to help you avoid this common money leak.
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Basic Finances
Starting Out Financially
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Rewards points piling up? Here’s what to do.

Who doesn’t love earning credit card rewards? It’s a great way to maximize every dollar you spend while also building up your credit. All you have to do is swipe and watch the points pile up. Speaking of rewards, have you spent yours lately? To get
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Managing Debt & Credit