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What Are the Best Tools for Tracking Financial Goals?

Whether you’re saving for a dream vacation, paying off debt, or building a nest, there are countless tools to help you stay on track with your financial goals. Continue reading
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Why You Should Consider Joining a Local Credit Union

Discover the benefits of joining a local credit union—better rates, lower fees, personalized service, and community focus for smarter banking. Continue reading

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Sound Credit Union Finalizes Acquisition of Washington Business Bank

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Black Friday & Cyber Monday Scams

We’re sharing some of the most common Black Friday and Cyber Monday scams so you can learn how to stay vigilant this holiday season. Continue reading

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Real Estate Market Update

This webinar is designed to inform you of first steps to buying your home, advantages of Sound’s underwriting process, and more! Continue reading

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Fraud Alert: Protecting Yourself From Money Transfer Scams

While money transfers are designed to be user-friendly and secure, fraudsters are getting creative with new ways to gain access to members’ funds. Help protect yourself and loved ones with these tips to keep your accounts and identity safe. Continue reading

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Common Scams to Avoid

An online scam is any scheme designed to trick people out of money or to steal their personal information. It’s important to be aware of any scam that can impact your life. Continue reading

2024 FinTech Incubator Challenge winner, Aashi Sharma with Jen Reed, VP/Public Relations at Sound Credit Union, and Michael Turek, Associate Director, Center for Business Analytics Milgard School of Business at the University of Washington Tacoma

Sound Credit Union and UWT Announce Winner of FinTech Incubator Challenge, Recognizing Innovation and Financial Technology Entrepreneurs

International Credit Union Day 2024

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Fraud-Defender: Safeguarding Your Identity

Learn more about Fraud-Defender, a fully managed identity theft monitoring and recovery program. Continue reading

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Medicare: Do You Know the Medicare A, B, C & D Options?

This webinar recording covers the need-to-know details about Medicare plans with licensed insurance professional, Craig Anderton. Continue reading