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Maximize your budget with a home loan calculator

If you’re considering buying a home, you’ll want to use a home loan purchase calculator before deciding on your mortgage options for your WA purchase. Learn more.

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Fraud alert: scammers target social media users in latest check scheme

Solarity and other financial institutions have noticed an increase in fraudsters being successful, particularly in targeting teens and younger adults under the age of 30.

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What is a credit union?

Banks and credit unions may seem the same fundamentally, but they operate differently and therefore offer different terms, rates, fees and levels of service.

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5 reasons why credit unions are better than banks

Choosing the right financial institution can make a huge difference in managing your finances. Often, this begins by choosing which type of institution, such as a credit ...

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How to buy a house with no money down

Poor credit, below-average household income and a large down payment can lead some to believe that homeownership is just a dream. This is not necessarily the case.

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Are credit unions FDIC insured?

Credit unions are federally insured by the National Credit Union Assosiation (NCUA). Discover how the FDIC and NCUA are similar and how you can maximize your deposit insu...

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How to get pre-approved for a mortgage

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, upsizing to your forever home or downsizing to an empty nest, the best place to begin is getting pre-approved.

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What’s the difference between a credit union and a bank?

Deciding which financial institution to bank with is worth putting some thought into. Credit unions and banks are often compared because they are both potential options f...

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How to decide if a mortgage refinance is worth it

Refinancing a mortgage can have a lot of benefits, especially if you can get a lower interest rate or better terms, which refinancing often leads to.