Gain Control with MoneyMark!

May 12, 2015 by Jon Elias

Sometimes, it can feel like you don’t have much control over your finances. You might be able to see what’s happening with your account, but as far as changing anything? It might take a while to get anything done.

USAgencies Credit Union is changing that with their new app! MoneyMark is a tool that allows you to easily add all of your financial accounts in one place so you can view your total spending, savings, and goals with one secure log in. MoneyMark gives you the power to take control AND a chance to win with their MoneyMark sweepstakes!

Entering the contest is easy! Log in to MoneyMark (found right inside Online Banking and the Mobile App) and add at least one account before May 31st, 2015. You’ll be automatically entered into the drawing to win a Nest product that uses technology to promote your safety and security, just like USAgencies does.

Eight winners will be drawn; you could be one of them!

Prizes you could potentially win:

2 Nest Learning Thermostats – a $249 value each
4 Nest Protect Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms – a $99 value each
2 Dropcam Pro Cam Systems – a $199 value each

Take control of your money today! Visit USACU.ORG/MONEYMARK to learn more!

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Celebrating Earth Day with USAgencies Credit Union

April 7, 2015 by Jon Elias

Earth Day in Portland is something special. It gives us a chance to reflect on how we conserve resources, plant a tree for future generations, and celebrate healthy living and green technologies.

That’s why we always get so excited for Earth Day at Portland Pedal Power. We are all about sustainability and green technology. Having a day dedicated to promoting that kind of lifestyle is a great opportunity to tell everyone about why we love to deliver by bike!

To help promote traveling on two wheels, Portland Pedal Power is going to be at the Edith Green Building this coming Earth Day, April 22nd, with USAgencies Credit Union. USAgencies offers a great bicycle loan program, ensuring you have the ability to get the bicycle of your dreams. Whether you need a cargo bike to move some serious weight, a road bike to get you around the city, or a city bike for some laid back cruising over the weekend, USAgencies wants to get you the bike that suits you best.

Come say hi to us on the 22nd! We will have some delicious treats from one of our vendors and will be talking about our awesome Pyxis cargo box, the many uses of cargo bikes, and all the benefits you can get by incorporating cycling into your daily commute.

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Financial Literacy Month is Coming. RSVP with USAgencies!

March 26, 2015 by Jon Elias

Tax Season is always a difficult time. There are so many variables that factor in, so many 3rd parties that promise the highest refund, and by the end of the day, you usually have to cut a big check.

It’s not just taxes, either. Financial issues are a lifetime struggle for many people. Am I saving enough? Are my accounts in order?

That’s why USAgencies is hosting a Feast&Forum throughout April, which is Financial Literacy Month! Every Wednesday, USAgencies Credit Union will be talking about some of the most important aspects of being financially literate while you get to enjoy a brown bag lunch.

Each event will be hosted at the Credit Union, located on 95 SW Taylor Street. Take a look at what you will be learning about during the month of April:

APRIL 1ST: Investing Concerns in a Fragile Market – Take a deep dive into common investing mistakes and discuss the importance of asset allocation.

APRIL 8TH: Roth IRA – Learn the benefits of Roth IRAs and how they are different from Traditional IRA; plus learn about the TSP option with a Roth.

APRIL 15TH: Understanding Retirement Plan Rollovers – We’ll cover rolling over 401(k)s, IRAs, TSP accounts, and others.

APRIL 22ND : Asset Allocation – Discussion on how to utilize asset allocation to work toward your short, mid, and long-term goals; plus we’ll look at the TSP L-Funds.

APRIL 29TH : Transition to Retirement – Learn ten critical factors to help you plan for your retirement.

For each week you register and attend a Feast&Forum session during Financial Literacy Month, you’re entered to win a $100 Certificate of Deposit (6-month term!)

All of these sessions are free and open to the members and non-members alike. Brown Bag Lunches are limited to 20 people and Webinars are limited to 50 people.

Be sure to RSVP for the seminar or webinar you want to attend. Following the prompts and you’re on your way! You can also RSVP by connecting with Kasey Rockwell at (503)275-0346

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Help Give Back With USAgencies in the Great Toy Drive!

November 20, 2014 by Jon Elias

atm-toydrive With the holidays coming up, everyone likes to do their part to help make the season a little brighter for the community. Some donate to food drives, others drop their change in buckets manned by a ringing Santa. Some businesses like to go the extra mile when helping the community.

USAgencies is one of those businesses, rallying to help make the holidays special for kids and families in our community. This year, they are again partnering with KGW for the Great Toy Drive, helping to put gifts under the tree for all children in the PDX area.

This year, you too can help USAgencies make this holiday extra special! All you have to do is buy a new, unwrapped toy you think would make someone smile if they found it under their tree. Toys can be dropped off at the credit union at 95 SW Taylor Street, Portland.

Between now and December 10^th, any toy collected for the KGW toy drive will be matched toy for toy by USAgencies. For every Monster Truck, Lego Set, and Action Figure you bring in, you will be ensuring two gifts find their way under a tree.

Once the toys have been collected, Portland Pedal Power gets the privilege of delivering the toys from USAgencies to the KGW Studio via bicycle!

Questions about the Toy Drive can be directed to [email protected] or (503) 275-0346.

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USAgencies: Helping the Community by Giving 5% Back!

October 16, 2014 by Jon Elias

With all the doom and gloom in the news recently, It’s always nice to hear about businesses doing something right in the world. Especially when it hits so close to home. For the past few months, USAgencies Credit Union, one of our partners, has been giving back to the local community through its Platinum Visa Program.

With just the swipe of a credit card, members at USAgencies Credit Union are giving back to the local community, Launched as a benefit of being a Platinum VISA cardholder in 2008, the credit union has committed 5% of net income from this card to investing in charitable efforts. Since its inception, the program has given back more than $18,500.

With the roll out of their new brand identity in late July, USAgencies has reignited their community giving efforts online. Organizations seeking donations can now visit USACU.org and submit their request.

“Our giving efforts are informed by the philosophy that we want to be a consistent resource for our members in their financial lives,” says Kasey Rockwell, Director of Credit Union Relations. “The Community Giving Team works to ensure that approved requests and credit union giving efforts are a reflection of the membership groups we serve.”

Details about this program can be found at USACU.org/giving.

Good on you, USAgencies, for doing something right for the community. We are proud to be partnered with such a proactive Credit Union such as yourselves!

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