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What Is a Certificate of Deposit? Understanding the Basics and Benefits

Learn what a certificate of deposit is, its benefits, and how to maximize your earnings with Sound Credit Union. Continue reading
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Don’t Get Caught in an MFA Bombing Scam

Fraudsters are always looking for ways to get around security, and a new social engineering strategy called MFA Bombing is on the rise. Learn more about this tactic and ways to protect yourself. Continue reading

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What Are the Best Tools for Teaching Kids About Money?

Financial literacy is a lifelong journey and the best time to begin is now. Teaching your kids the benefits of understanding money and investing early will set them up for a brighter future. Continue reading

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Sound Credit Union Reveals 2025 Scholarship Recipients

Sound is proud to honor the recipients of its 2025 scholarships for the 2025/26 academic year! Continue reading

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Sound Credit Union Hosts Ribbon Cutting at Downtown Olympia Branch

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Saving for Major Life Expenses

Whether you’re saving for a wedding, buying a home, or bracing for both in the same 12-month stretch, the key to staying financially grounded is knowing what you need when, and building a plan that keeps you in control. Continue reading

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Sound Credit Union Completes Conversion of Washington Business Bank

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How One Clinician’s Vision—and Sound Credit Union’s Support—Brought Belmar Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics to Life

Building Belmar Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics meant building something that didn’t exist before. Continue reading

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Root Out Hunger in Western Washington

As advocates for increasing nutrition assistance programs, we hope to reduce childhood poverty and build healthier, thriving, families and communities. Continue reading

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It’s Almost Shred Day!

Sound Credit Union’s Shred Day is Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 9am to 1pm (or until the truck is full) at 2 locations: Alderwood Branch and Pacific Ave Branch Continue reading

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Grow Your Business: Guide to smarter marketing

We’ve identified seven steps that will help you create a smart promotional plan that works for your business. Continue reading