Ask the Experts

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Spring is springing out all over. And those of us who enjoy fresh flowers and produce and would like to have them growing in our own backyards (or on our own back balconies) are asking this very crucial question: What should I be doing in my garden right now? We put the question to our [...]

Changes to Overdraft Protection

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Salal CU would like to remind all members to be on the lookout for announcements from Salal regarding Overdraft Protection (Courtesy Pay). New regulations require that financial institutions who offer overdraft protection give members an opportunity to opt in to such programs. We will soon be providing our members with the opportunity to opt in, [...]

Need to Fund Renovations of Your Own?

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Spring and summer are popular times to make changes around the house: now that the winter rains are tapering off, perhaps it’s time to work on the roof? Or is that bright sunlight showing off the faded paint and worn-out furniture in the living room? Spring is a great time for fresh starts, so what [...]

Celebration and FREE Shredathon!

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

The Northgate branch team and members spent the winter doing their financial business in temporary quarters while the branch building was being renovated. The branch has moved back home now, and it’s time to celebrate! Please join us April 23, from noon to 5 pm, for a Renovation Celebration at the Northgate branch, 11023 8th [...]

Why Buy a Home?

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Despite all the chaos in the housing market, a home is still a very smart investment, when done carefully. Unlike rent, mortgage payments actually help you build equity—equity which you can tap into when you need cash at a low interest rate (in the form of a home equity loan or line of credit) or [...]

Please–NO member numbers!

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Lately I’ve been getting lots of comments, which is wonderful, but I need to remind everyone not to send any personal information. We don’t want to make anyone vulnerable to Identity Theft, so please do not include your member number on comments to the blog! Your member number, like your Social Security number or Driver’s [...]