You may have seen recent news headlines about the instability of a few banks and have concerns about the potential impact on Trailhead or our members. Please rest assured that your funds deposited in this credit union are safe. Trailhead does not engage in risky investments with member deposits. We have well established and regulated required limits on our exposure … Read On
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5 Ways to Make Tax Season a Breeze
It’s that time of year again: Between late January and April, people gather their financial records and set out to do their income taxes. These tips can help make preparing your 2022 taxes easier to do. Organize Your 2022 Tax Documents An essential part of doing your taxes is ensuring you have all the appropriate documents. The more complicated your … Read On
Save on TurboTax® and H&R Block® This Tax Season
Get the tax help you need and special member savings with TurboTax and H&R Block. TurboTax – Hand off your taxes, get some help from experts or file on your own — with TurboTax, you can count on getting your maximum refund, guaranteed. Enjoy up to $15 off – the discount will automatically be applied when you sign up or … Read On
Scholarship Opportunity
Apply now for the Trailhead College Scholarship. The Trailhead Credit Union Scholarship program is now open for applications through March 31, 2023. Each year, we award a $1,000 scholarship to a primary member who is working toward a degree at any accredited 2- or 4-year college or university. Learn more and apply:
2023 New Year Financial Resolutions and How to Keep Them
Another year has come to an end, and with it comes the tradition of setting intentions and goals for the new one. For many, it’s a time to reevaluate their finances, adjust spending habits, and set new savings goals. But keeping goals can be challenging, especially financial ones. With so many ways to improve your financial health, prioritizing goals that … Read On
Four Ways to Protect Yourself From ATM Skimming
This time of year, criminals enhance their efforts to steal other people’s money. One of these methods that is still happening in the Portland area is ATM skimming. Criminals need two things to make ATM skimming work: the data from your card’s magnetic strip and your PIN. To capture your data, a skimming device is usually placed where you insert … Read On
Our Top 5 Bad Spending Habits—And How To Break Them
We all have a few bad spending habits: That morning latte or the latest release from big-name brands like Apple or Nike. And while overspending here and there won’t ruin you, wrong financial moves can have a lasting, frustrating impact. At a minimum, poor money management can leave you struggling to keep up with your expenses and make it more … Read On
Pay Down Debt with a Visa Balance Transfer
Now is a great time to transfer department store and other high-rate credit card balances to a Trailhead Visa Credit Card. You will pay down debt faster because our balance transfer rates are lower with no expiration date, and there is no annual fee and no balance transfer fee.* Current Rates
Top 5 Money Matters for High School Grads
Congratulations — you’ve just made it through 12 years of school. Whew! You’ve been busy mastering Algebra II or studying for finals, but don’t forget about your financial wellness. Here’s the lowdown on what you need to know now about money. Open an Account Whether you’re going away to school or staying close to home, it’s time to start managing … Read On
Boat and RV Loans Designed for Adventure
With a backyard as inspiring as ours, it’s no wonder you’re itching to explore its infinite beauty. And wouldn’t it be nice to take the comforts of home with you? At Trailhead, we’ll make it easy to begin your journey with our low-rate RV and boat loans. Whether you’re ready to take the ultimate road trip or navigate open waters, … Read On