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Blog - 1st Community Credit Union

Welcome to the 1st Community Credit Union Blog! Here you’ll find the inside scoop on 1stCCU’s services, personal finance, people, nonprofits in the region, community members and events! There are so many good stories that come out of our work here – the 1stCCU Blog is where these stories will live. Check back often to stay up-to-date with our latest news and articles.

Long Term Savings: How to Save for the Future

March 25, 2021

It’s hard to think about saving for the future with expenses due today, coupled with shopping for non-essentials or spending money on other things, such as eating out or going on vacation. While those things are important too, it’s also a smart strategy to think about saving for the future to be able to enjoy life and still meet day-to-day expenses many years from now.

Also, important to consider is that life doesn’t always go as we plan. Job losses, cut hours, injuries, the car goes kaput, major appliance breaks, or an event, such as a pandemic, occurs. Strategically planning for the future with the money we have now is one of the best investments we can make.

5 Things to Know about Recreational Loans

March 23, 2021

If you have been dreaming about spending your days camping, boating, or snowmobiling, you may be a good candidate for a recreational loan. Recreational vehicles can be expensive, but a recreational loan gives you the ability to purchase the vehicle you want on payments. Below are five things you should know about recreational loans before you sign on the dotted line.

1. Recreational loans aren't just for RVs.

Even though recreational loans are often called RV loans, they can be used to finance many different types of vehicles. In addition to campers and motor homes, you can also use these loans to finance boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, scooters, personal watercraft and more.