6 Tips for Saving Money on Your Next Home Renovation Project Home renovations can be a great way to increase the value of your property and make your living space more comfortable and functional. However, the costs associated with home renovations can quickly add up, leaving many homeowners feeling overwhelmed and financially stretched. If you're…
Spring cleaning your finances is a great way to declutter and organize your financial life. Like your closet and garage, money management can also get cluttered over the long winter months. A cluttered house or cluttered mind can make you feel unproductive. It’s the same thing when your finances are disorganized. OCU's Greg Sol spoke…
OCU's Greg Sol chatted with Brock Jackson at Bounce Radio about how to manage money and even come out ahead in this environment of rising interest rates and inflation. There are strategies that can be used when interest rates are rising, while also planning for the possibility of rates going down in the future.…
Finances can be a source of anxiety and shame for many, especially following the holidays. OCU's Greg Sol chatted with Brock Jackson at Bounce Radio about how confronting your situation and making a plan can help you achieve financial freedom. Listen to the radio interview here: https://on.soundcloud.com/4Z4qR
Seeking financial advice, reassessing finances, and implementing new financial goals are often at the top of the list for our clients at OCU. One of the most common questions we hear our clients ask their financial advisor at Osoyoos Credit Union is whether they should contribute to a TFSA or invest in an RRSP. We recommend learning more about the benefits…
November is Financial Literacy Month! Right now is an excellent time to get educated about your finances before the new year. We're sharing tips on how to budget effectively, how to protect your information online and how to use online banking effectively. Online Banking and Keeping Your Information Safe Internet scams, fraud and theft are…
Putting together a financial plan is a great way to not only stay on top of your personal finances but also begin to plan for your future and any upcoming financial goals that you’d like to work towards. There are often several questions that arise when assembling a financial plan that the average consumer won’t…
Buying a home is likely to be one of the largest purchases that you make in your lifetime. If you are like most people, you will need to take out a mortgage to purchase a home rather than paying for it fully in cash. A mortgage is a long-term loan that is designed to help…
Starting a small business is incredibly exciting, but it can also be an overwhelming process. From naming your business to securing financing that will help you get your small business off the ground, it’s important to take your time and get a plan in place to help give you a strong foundation to build your…
When it comes to planning for your financial future, understanding how your finances work and where to put your money can become overwhelming. This is where financial advisors come along. Working with a financial advisor is a great way to better understand your personal finances and create a long-term plan that can benefit you for…