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Four Ways to Fix Up Your Home on a Budget

September 9, 2015 by Opportunities Credit Union

Trying to spruce up your house while staying frugal? We’re here to help! Clean a Stained Tub Having a stained tub can be an eyesore and reflect poorly on your hygiene. Combining equal amounts of cream of tartar, baking soda, and lemon juice, make a paste. Then, rub the mixture into the stain with your […]

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Save Money and Have Fun this Fall!

September 2, 2015 by Opportunities Credit Union

Want to make the most of what’s left of summer but strapped for cash? Saving up for that expensive ski pass this winter? No problem! We can help you with that. Here are some fun, free or inexpensive activities to occupy your time in Chittenden County, enjoy! Green Mountain Audubon Center Do you enjoy the […]

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Garage Sale-ing!

August 26, 2015 by Opportunities Credit Union

It’s that time again! All the snow has melted and low and behold there is an actual driveway leading to your garage! It’s the perfect time to rummage through your home to find items you aren’t using anymore and pass them on to new owners. Holding a garage sale can seem like a stressful burden, […]

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4 Easy Garden DIYs

August 19, 2015 by Opportunities Credit Union

With summer upon us, it’s time to get back out into the sun…and to your garden! Here are a few tips and projects to spice up your garden. 1. Reuse Old Cinder Blocks Have a few cinder blocks lying around? Turn them into flower boxes! It’s a fun way to repurpose an old item. You […]

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Save Money and Have Fun with What’s Left of Summer!

August 12, 2015 by Opportunities Credit Union

Want to make the most of what’s left of summer but strapped for cash? Saving up for that expensive ski pass this winter? No problem! We can help you with that. Here are some fun, free or inexpensive activities to occupy your time in Chittenden County, enjoy! Green Mountain Audubon Center Do you enjoy the […]

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5 Swimming Holes to Check Out this Summer

August 5, 2015 by Opportunities Credit Union

Yearning for a summer getaway, but don’t have the cash? Check out these gems that won’t break your budget! 1. Bristol Falls Swimming Hole Also known as Bartlett Falls, this spot is perfect for the adventure seeker. The falls include a 15-foot waterfall surrounded by rocks that drops into a small canyon of water. Access […]

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5 Helpful Tips for Staying Cool This Summer

July 29, 2015 by Opportunities Credit Union

(That Won’t Break the Bank) 1. Ditch the Stove This appliance generates a lot of heat. Instead of cooking large meals, like casseroles, try for cooler, room temperature dishes like salads. Another bonus to smaller meals? They’re much easier to metabolize, unlike larger meals that generate more body heat. We recommend staying cool with this […]

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Challenges of Finance Being a Single Working Mom

January 13, 2021

The author of this blog qualified for an auto loan after working with Andrea Heller, our Money Sense Manager, to tackle bill paying and face down a creditor. I am a single mother and an educator. My child has complicated health and educational needs. We have moved many times in the past two decades, and […]

What do you think about financial counseling?

December 14, 2020

I started financial counseling during the foreclosure crisis in 2008. A decade ago many of my clients felt isolated by their financial struggles. It was challenging for adults who struggled with their finance to find professional assistance, and the area of personal finance appeared to be an exclusive world. Today, I hear more people speaking […]

Simple 5 Loan – Get a quick loan to help out this holiday season

November 21, 2020

The weather has gotten cooler, and we’ve taken out our winter clothing. The holiday season is coming up, and so is the snow. At Opportunities Credit Union (OCU) we’re working hard to wrap up 2020, and we continue to innovate ways to best serve our customers.   This time of year can be difficult for […]




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