iQ Credit Union Blog

5 Budget Travel Tips for Spring Break

The weather’s getting warmer, the grass is getting greener, and savvy travelers are setting their sights on ...

Why a High-Yield Savings Account Is Right For You

This just in: Not all savings accounts are the same. High-yield savings accounts—or, as you’ll see them abbreviated, ...

When Should You Keep Money in Your Savings vs. Checking Account?

Let’s say you’ve got two go-to places to put your hard-earned money: your savings and checking accounts. Each account ...

iQ Credit Union Launches Intelligent Savings: A Smarter High-Yield Savings Account

iQ Credit Union (iQ), a member-owned, modern-day financial institution based in the Pacific Northwest, today announced ...

Summer Savings 101: Tips on Building Your Bank Account

Summer is the time for family fun. The weather is great. The kids are out of school. There’s plenty to do and see with ...

Saving Your Way to a New Home

Have you always dreamed of owning a home but felt you couldn’t afford it? There are many possibilities, and owning a ...

Is a Savings Account Worth It? A Beginner’s Guide to Savings

Everyone should learn how to start saving their money at an early age. They also need to understand the right way to ...

Budgeting for Your Next Career Move

When changing careers, planning is everything. Whether you’re making a planned leap into your dream job or searching ...

iQ Credit Union Celebrates the Opening of its Newly Relocated Salmon Creek Branch

iQ to open its relocated Salmon Creek branch

Your Guide to Preparing for and Making Student Loan Payments

In October 2023, student loan repayments began after a three-year gap for more than 40 million borrowers.

What Is a Credit Score, and How Is It Calculated?

iQ Credit Union Celebrates the 75th Anniversary of International Credit Union Day

All iQ branches to host coffee celebrations the week of Oct. 16

Activate the Power of Early Savings: When Should You Start Saving for Retirement?

Celebrate International Credit Union Day With a Week-Long Coffee Celebration

International Credit Union Day is an annual event that puts the spotlight on the impactful contributions of credit ...

iQ Credit Union Executive Danette LaChapelle Announces Retirement After 29 Years of Service

We're announcing the retirement of Danette LaChapelle, iQ Credit Union's Senior Vice President Chief Communication ...

Master Your Financial Future! The Best Way to Build Credit

Dollars and Dorms: Budgeting for College Students Made Easy

What’s the Difference Between Overdraft and NSF Banking and Credit Union Fees?

Managing your finances can be a daunting task, but it is essential to ensure your financial well-being.

iQ Credit Union Awards $20,000 in Scholarships to Local Students

The Importance of Travel Insurance: Protect Your Adventures

iQ Credit Union's Shelan Stritzke Receives HR Leadership Award from Portland Business Journal

iQ Credit Union is proud to announce that Shelan Stritzke, Vice President of Human Resources, has been recognized as ...

New Phone Scam: Be Aware and Protect Yourself

Please be aware: this is impacting other financial institutions in the area.

Understanding Credit Union Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards: iQ Credit Union's Comprehensive Guide

It's important to understand the differences between credit and debit cards, how they work, and when to use them in ...

Bank vs. Credit Union: What’s the Difference?

In 2022, there were just over 4,000 commercial banks operating in the United States, and nearly 5,000 federally insured ...

iQ Credit Union Breaks Ground on New Salmon Creek Branch

The new location will be in the Skyview Station Development and is scheduled to open later in 2023.

You’ve Done Your Taxes—Now What?

Albert Einstein once quipped, “the hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax.” Everyone must file an ...

iQ Credit Union Awards $10,000 in Grants to Local Educators

iQ Credit Union (iQ) announced the Read with Me and Literacy Grant program awarded a total of $10,000 across 10 school ...

Money Market 101

Helping Pacific Northwesterners navigate the financial wilderness with simple, honest, uniQue financial insights.

Why You Should Include CDs in a Diversified Savings Plan

Saving money can be challenging when you are just starting your career. Even with the cost of rent, groceries, ...