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Coosa Valley in the Classroom: Financial Literacy for Local Schools
According to experts, children as young as 5 years old should start learning basic financial literacy. Coosa Valley Credit Union is excited to contribute to local children's financial knowledge through our Coosa...
3 Affordable Holiday Traditions Your Whole Family Will Enjoy
'Tis the season to make memories with friends and family, but sometimes all that festive fun can be hard on your budget. Thankfully, holiday traditions don't have to be elaborate or expensive in order to be...
5 Benefits of a Credit Union Mortgage
Buying a home is an exciting undertaking, but it's also a big expense. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the average mortgage balance is $244,000 for new homeowners. Though many people turn to...
VA Loans: 4 Reasons Credit Unions Are Ideal for Veterans Buying Homes
If you're an American veteran looking to buy a home, there's a special loan with your name on it. VA loans were created by the Department of Veteran Affairs in 1944 to help veterans pay off their mortgages faster....
The Equifax Data Security Breach: What You Need to Know
In September, Equifax revealed that a devastating security breach had occurred this year. The credit monitoring agency publicly admitted that the data of over 143 million customers was compromised. What Data Was Stolen?...
The Advantages of Online Banking
Online banking can seem intimidating if you haven't tried it for yourself. At Coosa Valley Credit Union, our tellers often hear concerns over whether e-banking is confidential, secure and easy to use. We can assure...