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Mission in Action with the International Rescue Committee

Recently, Seattle Credit Union made a significant impact on the future of Afghan refugees in our region. In close collaboration with Seattle's International Rescue Committee (IRC), we earned the trust of 35 new members of this community as their chosen financial institution.

Community

Christmas Day of Caring with Mount Zion Baptist Church

Following COVID guidelines, approximately 100 cars drove through the lower parking lot of Mount Zion Baptist Church on Friday, December 17th, where 300 wrapped presents and boxes of food were loaded into cars by volunteers to help families during the holiday season.

Community

Seattle Credit Union, Standing Together

At Seattle Credit Union, who we are is demonstrated not only in our service and support to our neighbors and community but also to those we stand beside in this journey. Traci, one of our Rainier Branch's team member, shared how the team stood beside her when she needed it most.

Community

What It Means to Be Pre-Qualified for a Loan

Before you're ready to submit a loan application, you might be curious about how much you can borrow. With a pre-qualify tool, you can have a better idea of how much you can afford for your next car.

Financial Tips

Why We Celebrate International Credit Union Day®

10/19/2021

This idea of collective energy, of pooling savings and creating loans for each other, has become a unifying force for people and communities looking for an alternative to profit-driven financial institutions.

Seattle Credit Union: Response to the New Proposed IRS Reporting Provisions

10/18/2021

Seattle Credit Union is opposed to the proposed IRS reporting provisions. We believe your personal financial privacy is of the utmost importance and we do not support a proposal that would provide the government with information that does not reflect taxable activity.

Press Releases

Car Buying Tips: Is It Best to Buy New, Used, or Lease?

Is it better to buy a car or lease a car? What are the pros and cons of buying new and buying used? Take a look at our list of the advantages and disadvantages of each option, as well as tips for getting a good deal.

What is a home loan pre-approval and how to get one?

Before you start shopping for a new home, you often need to have a mortgage pre-approval in hand in order to show that you are a serious buyer. Learn how to breakdown mortgage payments, what is a mortgage pre-approval and how to get one in this guide.

Keep Your Credit in Check: Staying Active

Having a card account closed by the issuer can hurt your credit scores. Use your cards regularly to avoid cancellation due to inactivity.

Financial Tips

Small Businesses Still Looking for Guidance in Latest Round of PPP Lending

1/22/2021

The new Coronavirus relief and stimulus package signed on December 27, 2020 provides an additional $284 billion in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the program has been extended to May 31, 2021, or until funding runs out.

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