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 Resources
Learn more about buying a car, building good credit, owning a home and more by watching our short, interactive modules.
Financial Calculators
Use our handy financial calculators to generate useful numbers on car loans, mortgages, savings, retirement and more.
Free Personalized Budget/Credit Guidance
Are you looking for assistance and guidance in your money matters? Schedule an appointment with our Member Service Specialist and learn the steps you can take to improve your credit score, how to establish a budget that works for you, how to set attainable savings goals, money-saving tips, and more.
Credit Counseling
Money Management International is the “largest full-service nonprofit consumer credit counseling organization in the nation, offering a wide variety of financial counseling and education services, including debt and budget counseling, student loan counseling, foreclosure counseling, bankruptcy education and certification programs, organizational financial wellness programs, and much, much more.”
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.
Credit Report Monitoring
www.truecredit.com 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.
Find Out Your Home's Value
Get an estimate of your home’s value by visiting www.zillow.com. Zillow’s valuations are estimates only; they are not an appraisal and can’t be used in place of an appraisal.
Student Resources
- EECU has a grant program to help students with education expenses.
- With Nelnet Education Financing, you can get interest rate savings and rebates on your federal student loans.
- Compare college tuition and other expenses with our College Cost & Compare Calculator .