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Join hosts Kaitlin and Erik as they chat with Rebecca, Senior Manager Community Engagement about what the CE team does for the credit union, and the wonderful initiatives that they are involved in.

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On this episode, your hosts reveal how your car can be a money-making machine! Discover various ways to earn extra income through ridesharing, delivery apps, car rentals, and even car advertising. 

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This episode of the Better Lives Podcast will introduce credit scores, explaining their importance and offering practical tips for improvement. Key topics include payment history, credit utilization, strategies for building credit, and common mistakes to avoid.  Get ready to uncover common pitfalls and grab some actionable tips to boost your score.

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Host Rebecca continues her Dial a Bus series, this time meeting with a driver and 2 riders. She gets to know them and their stories, and learns what an immense blessing to Benton county that Dial a Bus is. 

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Join host Rebecca as she interviews the Executive Director and Social Media Coordinator for Dial a Bus, a non-profit in Benton County that provides transportation services to seniors, people with disabilities, and underserved children and families. 

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 On today's episode, join us and guests Alicia and Melea to explore $tand By Me – Oregon, a program offering free one-on-one financial coaching. Learn how it helps individuals and families boost their financial health by mastering budgeting, debt reduction, and credit scores. 

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This episode of the Better Lives Podcast focuses on making your vacation budget go further. It covers essential steps like creating a detailed budget, scoring deals on flights and accommodation, and saving money on the go through smart packing and embracing free activities at your destination.

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On this episode of the Better Lives Podcast, hosts Kaitlin and Erik are joined by Michelle to discuss how everyday conveniences, like delivery apps and pre-made meals, secretly add up in your budget. They show how these small costs impact your finances over time.

Learn simple ways to track your spending and make smarter choices. Discover how to save money by deciding if the time saved by convenience is truly worth the extra cost.

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For this episode of the Better Lives Podcast, join us as we tackle your biggest questions about buying your first home! Central Willamette's Director of Real Estate, Joshua Pairan, shares essential groundwork tips, details about our mortgage products, and his top advice for new homebuyers.

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 In this episode of the Better Lives Podcast, join our hosts as they share practical tips and tricks for hosting a successful yard sale. Learn how to declutter your home and turn unused items into extra cash with smart pricing strategies and effective advertising.