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Vacation Budgeting: The Key to Stress-Free Travel

Planning a vacation can be one of the most exciting aspects of travel, but without proper budgeting, it can quickly turn into a source of stress. Creating a solid vacation budget involves several steps that can help maximize your experiences while ensuring you don’t overspend. Here’s a guide to getting your finances in check before your next getaway.

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Home Buying

Spring Home Improvement Ideas to Revitalize Your Space

As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, spring presents the perfect opportunity to breathe new life into your home. After a long winter, many of us feel the urge to refresh our living spaces, and there are countless ways to make improvements that can enhance both comfort and aesthetics. Here are some invigorating home improvement ideas to consider this spring.

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Identity Protection

Tax Season Fraud Reminders: Protecting Yourself During Tax Season

While preparing your taxes is never anyone's favorite task, it's essential to be vigilant against the potential for fraud that tends to peak during this time of year. Tax-related fraud can take many forms, ranging from identity theft to phishing scams. In this blog, we will explore the various types of tax fraud, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you become a victim.

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Financial Planning

January is Financial Wellness Month: It’s Time to Take Charge of Your Financial Health!

As we step into the new year, it's time to focus on an essential aspect of our lives that often gets overlooked: financial wellness. Financial wellness is not merely having a comfortable income; it encompasses a broad understanding and management of your financial resources, which contributes to your overall well-being. It involves setting realistic financial goals, effectively managing debt, saving for the future, and making informed financial decisions. Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking to enhance your existing practices, here are some key components to consider!

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Community Involvement

CES Credit Union in the Community: Spreading Joy and Giving Back

Each year, our CES Credit Union Service Centers enjoy the opportunity to give back to our communities during the holiday season through various charitable donations and dedicating time to volunteer efforts. Our commitment to our members and the community extends beyond providing exceptional financial services; it includes actively participating in initiatives that spread cheer and support those in need. Here’s a closer look at some of our holiday community involvement efforts.

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Identity Protection

Stay Alert: Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them

As the holiday season approaches, excitement fills the air with festive decorations, gift shopping, and family gatherings. Unfortunately, this time of year also attracts a rise in scams, preying on the goodwill and generosity of people. Awareness is the best defense against these fraudulent activities, so let’s explore some common holiday scams and how to protect yourself.

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Saving & Budgeting

Budgeting Tips for the Holiday Season

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and generosity, but it can also be a source of financial stress. With shopping for gifts, hosting parties, and planning vacations, it’s easy to overspend and end up with a hefty credit card bill in January. To help you enjoy the festivities without breaking the bank, here are some effective budgeting tips for the holiday season.

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Borrowing Money

Checklist for Buying a New Car

Purchasing a new car is an exciting and significant decision. Whether you're a first-time car buyer or looking to upgrade your current vehicle, it's essential to approach the process with careful consideration and preparation. To help make the experience smoother and more informed, here's a checklist for new car buyers.

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Identity Protection

Don’t Ignore Smartphone Software Updates! Secure & Protect Your Personal Information!

In today's digital age, smartphones have become an essential part of our lives. We use them for communication, banking, and accessing sensitive personal information. With the increasing reliance on smartphones, it's crucial to ensure that our devices are updated with the latest security features, particularly when it comes to iOS devices.

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Saving & Budgeting

Take Advantage of Ohio’s Extended Sales Tax Holiday!

As summer starts to wind down and the back-to-school season approaches, many families are gearing up for the annual ritual of shopping for school supplies, clothing, and other essentials. We know that those costs can add up quickly! Learn more about the upcoming Ohio Sales Tax Holiday in our latest blog!

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Community Involvement

Ohio Country Acts Nashville Crush and Simba Jordan Band Highlight CES Credit Union’s Concert Night for the Community

Two of the top regional country acts in Ohio will be featured at the annual Concert Night for the Community hosted by CES Credit Union to be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024. This free and open-to-the-community event will take place at the Schnormeier Event Center at Ariel Foundation Park in Mount Vernon, Ohio. This will be the second time CES Credit Union has brought a free community concert to the venue.

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Identity Protection

Phone Scams and the Importance of Protecting Your Bank Account Information

In today's digital age, phone scams have become increasingly prevalent, making it more important than ever to safeguard your personal and financial information. One common tactic used by scammers is to call individuals and pose as legitimate organizations, such as banks, government agencies, or utility companies, in an attempt to obtain sensitive information. In this blog, we'll explore the dangers of phone scams and the critical importance of never giving out your bank account information over the phone.

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