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Things you actually want to read. That's all we plan to put out here. Educational, informational, slightly silly... but always completely honest content that's relevant. New posts will be showing up regularly, so don't forget to check back!
Featured Post
2023-09-21
5 Home Improvements to Make With a Home Equity Loan
Making improvements to a home is something many homeowners dream of doing and finding the money to do so is easier than you think. Large expenses like home improvements are made a reality for people when they choose to tap into their home equity. Home equity loans often come with...
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Featured Post
2023-09-12
How Much Money Should I Keep in My Checking Account?
Have you ever wondered how much money you should keep in your checking account? We can help you figure that out. The team at Capital Credit Union helps members open and manage their checking accounts in Wisconsin every day. We’ll share some tips for knowing exactly how much money to...
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Vehicle
2023-09-07
Should I Auto Finance With a Credit Union or Dealership?
Discover a world of options with Capital CU auto finance. Get low rates, convenience, and protection whether you choose credit union or dealership financing. ...
Personal Finance
2023-08-29
Credit Unions Have the Best Home Loan Rates in Northeast Wisconsin
A home is likely to be one of the most exciting purchases you’ll ever make. It’s also likely to be one of your largest investments. So why not try to save as much money as possible on your home loan purchase? ...
Personal Finance
2023-08-24
How To Choose the Best Wisconsin Credit Union for Your Banking Needs
Looking for the perfect Wisconsin credit union? Discover how to make the right choice for your financial needs. Explore savings, loans, investments, and more. ...
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Checking
2023-08-15
What’s So Special About the Capital Cha Ching Account?
As kids, we all loved the sound of shiny new coins being dropped into our piggy banks. Cha Ching! Knowing that we had a little something to spend on candy or for a bigger toy or a special event, if we were saving up, gave us a sense of pride...
Vehicle
2023-08-09
Is It Better to Get an Auto Loan With a Private Lender?
Discover whether a private lender is right for your next auto loan or if there is a better option, such as a Capital auto loan from Capital Credit Union. ...
Vehicle
2023-08-01
5 Benefits of a Credit Union Auto Loan
A credit union auto loan is often the most cost-effective loan choice, as credit unions offer lower interest rates and fees and added benefits for members. ...
Security
2023-07-13
You Might be Getting Catfished
If you don’t know what it means to be catfished then you’ve probably never had it happen to you - which is good news. Getting catfished means someone created a fake profile on one or more social media platforms or dating apps and filled in all the details to convince...
Community
2023-05-18
Let Your Inner Voice Out
Mental health is not talked about enough, it is something that is not voiced or expressed. When Capital Credit Union decided to partner with mental health organizations, we knew that we wanted to start the conversation about mental health and mental illness. We wanted to remove the stigma and encourage...
Home
2023-05-14
5 Tips for Finding the Best HELOC Rates in Wisconsin
HELOCs allow homeowners to access the equity they’ve built up in their homes. Check out our expert tips for securing the best HELOC rates in Wisconsin. ...
Personal Finance
2023-05-11
How to Create a Monthly Budget
To have a handle on your cash flow, you need to know how much money you have coming in and going out. Learn more about budgeting from your local Wisconsin credit union. ...
Checking
2023-05-05
What Are My Options for Capital Credit Union Checking Accounts?
Having a Capital checking account comes with knowing your money is securely stored and insured and the benefits of an account that is member centered. Learn more. ...
Checking
2023-04-10
What Bonuses Come With the Capital Cha Ching Checking Account?
If you’re in the market for a new checking account, you’ll be impressed when you learn more about the Cha Ching checking account and its bonus options. ...
Vehicle
2023-04-10
How Do You Find a Great Auto Loan in Northeast Wisconsin?
When shopping for a new car, start by researching financing. Explore different lenders and auto loan rates in Wisconsin so you can find the best rate. Learn more. ...
Home
2023-04-10
What Can I Do With a Home Equity Loan in Northeast Wisconsin?
With a home equity loan in Wisconsin, you can finance a loan with lower interest rates and use that money however you need. Explore how this works. ...
Personal Finance
2023-04-10
5 Reasons to Open an Account With a Credit Union in Northeast Wisconsin
Credit unions offer countless benefits and resources to members. Explore the benefits of opening an account with a credit union in northeast Wisconsin instead of a bank. ...
Home
2023-03-28
Buying with Paws in Mind
From building equity, to having a place to make your own, or even finding space to bond with your furry friends. There are plenty of reasons we desire to buy a home. You may value being close to a park or avoiding an HOA. We consider many different factors when...
Security
2023-03-15
Your Deposits Remain Safe and Insured
Recent events within the financial industry can make us think about our financial institution's stability. Capital Credit Union is financially sound! ...
Security
2022-12-07
The Most Fraudulent Time of the Year
Ahh, the holiday season. A time when your inbox may be just as full of scammers as your stocking is with candy. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve received some sort of fraudulent message recently. Whether it be an “iffy” text message, a questionable email, or even someone requesting...
Savings
2022-11-22
Season of Spending
“Gotta hurry to the sale!” No, you don’t. Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO) may cause you to feel a sense of urgency, a need to immediately respond to the “BIG SALE!” as you prepare for the holidays. But if my email inbox is any indication, there will be another one...
Community
2022-11-01
New Site, Same Us
Fall comes around every year without fail. With it, comes the changing of the leaves, faint aromas of pumpkin spice, over-sized hoodies, and in our case this year - a new website. ...
Business
2022-09-27
All Work and No Play
Managing your own business has its perks. You’re the boss. The master of your own domain. The buck stops with you. It’s exhilarating... But also exhausting. So, like placing your own air mask before assisting others, it’s important to take care of YOU and find a healthy work/life balance. ...
Career
2022-08-23
No Job, No Paycheck, Same Identity
Before you let the panic completely overwhelm you, consider letting someone who can give you a solid set of options look over your financial situation. It can be tough to get your bearings when your thoughts are running a million miles a minute, and having someone show you what directions...
Personal Finance
2022-08-16
No Stupid Questions, No Stupid Answers
You and I would probably agree that no one can be an expert at everything in the world, and everyone looks to an expert for help or advice at some point in their lives. Yeah, you could turn to Google for an answer, and the internet is great for finding...
Personal Finance
2022-08-09
Sweatpants Welcome
Who knows where it started, but there’s a misconception that putting on a suit will make you more likely to get a loan. Movies show this all the time! Someone is in desperate need of cash, so they put on their Sunday best and head to the bank (or credit...
Personal Finance
2022-08-02
That's a Whole Lot of... VALUE
If getting up every morning and hitting Starbucks on your way to work is important to you, then do it. If building a race car is your dream, and that’s what motivates you to go to work every day, then go for it. It boils down to what you personally...
Home
2022-07-26
The More You Know: Mortgages
When you hear the word “mortgage,” what sort of reaction do you have? For most people, it's panic or distraught. Me though? I love ‘em! That, however, is because I get to work with them every day. Well, I should say, I get to work with the people who work...
Personal Finance
2022-04-28
Who's Really in Charge?
Somewhere, we lost sight of who is doing whom a favor. Financial institutions make money on interest… it’s their bread and butter. If you have average to good credit, you are doing them the favor, not the other way around. You have the right to ask questions and try to...
Savings
2022-02-22
COSTS ON THE HORIZON
Even if you don’t follow the news or subscribe to a nifty podcast for your worldly updates, you have likely felt changes happening within your wallet. The chicken you’ve been ordering through the pick-up app at your local grocery store may have been your first tip. Some of our essentials...
Checking
2022-02-14
Paint it Pink
The truth is, you can go almost anywhere and find a checking account that will work for you. Some are fancier than others, and some have less fees than others, but overall… the financial institutions pretty much leveled the playing field in the checking account game. ...
Savings
2021-12-20
Avoiding the Holiday Hangover
Ah, the holiday season. As soon as Thanksgiving ends you can’t go anywhere without hearing the familiar sound of classic carols and smelling a faint pine scent wafting from some undisclosed location. Is it a pine scented candle, or is it a real pine tree? Nobody knows and nobody cares...
Community
2021-09-30
The Reason We Should
Like so many in our community, our employees have stressed over getting sick at work. They’ve faced branch closings due to COVID cases, covered other locations to keep them open, watched co-workers struggle with COVID recovery, and quarantined when exposed to protect others. So, with gratitude and appreciation for all...
Online Services
2021-05-04
Virtual Sunshine Welcome
We believe in making the most out of each day and recognize that dealing with your finances, or coming into a branch, is often times the least exciting thing in your day. That doesn’t have to be the case, and we’re working on new ways to connect with you, as...
Community
2020-12-08
We're a Lot Like Fruitcake
We know the holiday season of 2020 will be unlike anything we have experienced before. Whether you are visiting people or not, stress levels will be high. It will come with new questions: Should I get presents for Grandpa? Can we visit our aunt in Minnesota? Will I be allowed...
Savings
2019-08-29
IT'S NOT DELIVERY, IT'S DE'STRUGGLE
There’s no doubt that broke jokes are pretty funny. It’s not uncommon to see jokes like these, laugh, and keep scrolling without putting much thought into it. Maybe you see one and think “I can relate.” A lot of times, though, they’re the kind of funny that makes you laugh...