Financial Planning Resources

Managing your finances and making the right choices can sometimes seem like an overwhelming task. That's why we've created the Financial Planning Center. We've listed several financial planning resources on one page to make it easier for you to find the information you need.

Whether you're saving for a child's education, making your own financial choices for the first time, or saving for a big purchase, EECU is here to help.

Financial Calculators
Use our handy financial calculators to generate useful numbers on car loans, mortgages, savings, retirement and more.

Credit Counseling
ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions (formerly ByDesign Financial Solutions) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing personalized finance solutions. They provide free budget, credit, foreclosure and bankruptcy counseling, plus workshops on money management skills.

Financial Articles
The Home & Family Finance Resource Center is your one-stop online source for financial articles on topics such as: auto buying, credit, retirement, saving, investing, and insurance. The information is available through articles, calculators, video clips, radio segments, interactive surveys, and other tools.

Free Credit Report
Experts recommend that you review your credit report annually for any reporting errors or discrepancies. You are entitled to a free credit report once a year from the three consumer credit reporting companies: Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax. You can request a free credit report online at www.annualcreditreport.com.

Financial Coaches
Anytime Advisor Financial Coaches is an interactive web site that features expert financial coaches that educate through games, quizzes, calculators, and simulations, while providing expert advice each step of the way.

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Credit Report Monitoring
TrueCredit Online Credit Report & Monitoring offers free information and resources to help you manage your financial profile. You can also take advantage of TrueCredit's credit monitoring service (fee applies) which will alert you to changes on your credit report and provides colorful charts and graphs on changes in your debt, income, credit score, and more.

Financial Videos for High School Students and Young Adults
Guides to Independence is an online tool that gives young adults the tools they need to save money and make better financial decisions. The online guides teach money management skills in a quick and fun format. Topics include buying a used car, getting a loan, shopping, paying for school, and more.

Free Online Banking & Bill Payment
Online Access Home Banking gives you immediate access your account 24 hours-a-day. Keep track of your spending and your account balances, all from any computer with Internet access. To help you save money, we offer free Online Bill Payment. It's easy to use, and you'll never have to worry about getting the check in the mail on time!

Find Out Your Home's Value
HomeValueBot is an easy-to-use online tool that allows you to look up a home value simply by entering an address.

Financial First Aid Kit
The Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (EFFAK) is a simple tool designed to assist you and your family in maintaining financial stability in the event of an emergency. EFFAK helps identify and organize key financial records and provides a quick reference file for your most important financial documents. One kit per household is recommended, although in the event one kit is used for a couple, all joint and separate accounts and liabilities should be included.

Grants for Education Expenses
EECU has a Student Grant Program to help student members with their higher education expenses. Each year, 50 student members each receive a $2,000 grant. Grant applications are available in October.

Financial Workshops
Want to learn more about creating a budget? Financing an auto? Identity theft? Credit? Attend one of our financial workshops and learn how to make smart choices when it comes to important financial decisions.

Special Discounts for EECU Members
EECU members enjoy special discounts on theme park attractions, office supplies, computers, and more. Visit our Member Discounts page for a list of special offers and discounts.