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Sound Credit Union and University of Washington Tacoma to Host Second Annual Hackathon
Sound Credit Union and the University of Washington Tacoma Milgard Center for Business Analytics have announced the return of HuskyHack, a financial technology innovation event open to college students from across Washington State. Continue reading
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Five Steps to Prepare for a Big Purchase
Start by considering what you can afford given your current income, expenses and other debt obligations. Continue reading
The Low-Down on Credit Counseling
Credit counseling isn’t just for those who need to improve their financial health — it can also help you to be more proactive in maintaining your finances as well. Continue reading
3 Tried and True Facts About Personal Finances
Besides setting aside money and ensuring your funds earn a competitive rate of interest, the second most important habit is to control spending. Continue reading
Sound Credit Union Helping Fight Food Injustice
Sound Credit Union raised more than $18,000 to help fight food insecurity in Washington state. Continue reading
3 Healthy Financial Habits to Start Now
The idea behind a budget is not to limit what you do with your money, but more importantly, to maximize the money you work hard for each and every day. Continue reading
Save Money With High-Yield Checking & Savings Accounts
Whether you are stashing away money for a rainy day or your next big purchase, a high-yield account can be a great option for reaching your goals. Continue reading
Resume Writing Tips for Recent College Grads
Write your resume in the voice of the company you are applying to. Continue reading
Money Matters for New Parents
According to the book Baby Bargains, parents spend more than $6,200 in the first year on food and gear alone. Continue reading
Budgeting Basics
Budgeting will give you clarity into your finances and will help you make more informed choices. Continue reading
Saving Money Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Necessity
Setting aside even $20 a paycheck is proven to provide a feeling of freedom due to the “buffer” savings gives you. Continue reading