ēCO Credit Union Blog

We have some big news to share… we are updating our Gardendale Branch.

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In a world that has gone digital, it is important to know how to protect your personal information online, but it is just as important to know how to protect your personal information on physical documents, bills, and mail too, especially when you are throwing that information away.

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Credit Unions are kind of like banks… only in our humble opinion—we’re better!

Buckle your seatbelt… it’s time for a quick history lesson.

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In a previous blog, we defined credit score, but now, it’s time to talk about how your credit score is calculated. Your FICO® Score is calculated using a variety of data from your credit report.

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The kid and teen accounts are getting a full makeover and need new names! This is where you come in! Get those thinking caps on, start turning those creative wheels in your head, and submit your account name suggestions below!

If your name suggestion is picked to be the new name of either the kid or teen account at ēCO, we will give you $100!

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ēCO Credit Union is a full-service financial institution. That’s a fancy way of saying—we offer a lot of financial products and services to meet your needs in every stage of life. Membership at ēCO Credit Union is open to anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, Blount or Cullman County. Is that you? Are you ready to become a member? We’ll walk you through how to get started.

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If you are in the market for a loan, being prepared and organized will help the lending process move along quicker. Most loan applications require the same types of information across the board, but each loan type also requires information specific to the type. Let’s take a look at the some of the most common types of loans and the documents you will need when applying.

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While there is a lot that is uncertain, ēCO employees are still choosing to celebrate those who are working to make a difference in their communities. Je’Nae Washington, Branch Manager of the McCalla Branch, nominated Pastor Douglas Caddell to be “Credit Unioned” for the month of July.

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This year at ēCO Credit Union, we are feeling extra grateful for you, our members. To celebrate, we are proud to host Member Appreciation Days at each of our six convenient branches. Read more about all the fun we had at the Riverchase Member Appreciation Day!

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In today’s world, your credit is important. Not only can your credit history impact being able to get a loan and your loan rate, but it can also influence renting an apartment, future employment, and qualifying for insurance.

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