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November 2020 Events

Posted November 4, 2020  |   Topics: Community

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Start saving for the holidays, today!

Posted October 20, 2020  |   Topics: Savings Tips, Wallet Wisdom, Pocket Change

The holiday countdown has begun.

Soon Halloween will arrive and, days after, retail stores will immediately change displays and advertising over to winter holidays. The average consumer spends around $1,000 during the holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation. Perhaps COVID-19 has changed your financial situation this year. Now is a great time for families to think about saving up before the winter holidays.

Breaking down the down payment.

Posted October 14, 2020  |   Topics: Wallet Wisdom, Mortgage

Three things to know before deciding how much to put down.

How much should I put down on my new home? Can it impact my chances of getting a loan? How does my down payment affect my mortgage payment? If you’re buying a new home, you probably have questions about the down payment. Here are three things to know before deciding how much to put down.

LMCU Cares

Posted October 5, 2020  |   Topics: Lake Michigan Credit Union, Community, Member Perks

LMCU Cares Program donates $110,000 to local non-profits.

As a way to support our communities during the height of the pandemic, we developed the LMCU Cares program to support local non-profits in the communities we serve to help those most impacted. Through this program, every new purchase or construction mortgage application taken during the months of May and June, LMCU donated $50 upon closing to local nonprofits addressing food insecurity throughout– providing thousands of meals for our neighbors, friends, and members.

Back to School Tech Tips

Posted September 15, 2020  |   Topics: Community, Pocket Change, Education

Six tips will equip your family for taking on back-to-school tech.

Back-to-school looks a little different this year, and as a parent, you have your work cut out for you. Whether your student has a hybrid schedule or is learning exclusively from home, being tech-savvy will help you (and them) navigate the school year more smoothly.

Making (and sticking to) a budget.

Posted September 9, 2020  |   Topics: Savings Tips, Wallet Wisdom

Four Steps to get You Started.

Making a budget can be intimidating. Sticking to it can feel impossible. But a budget simply tells your money where to go. So if you’ve ever uttered the phrase, “Where does all our money go?”, here are 4 steps — and a few tips — for making and sticking to a budget.

LMCU raises over $100,000 for local food banks.

Posted September 1, 2020  |   Topics: Community

Now more than ever, we’re dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities we serve. For every new purchase or construction mortgage application taken during the months May and June, LMCU donated $50 upon closing to local nonprofits addressing food insecurity throughout Michigan and Florida. All together, we raised over $100,000 — providing thousands of meals for our neighbors, friends, and members.

Fall HBA Parade of Homes coming soon.

Posted September 1, 2020  |   Topics: Member Perks

Fall HBA Parade of Homes coming soon.

Lakeshore HBA Parade of Homes is happening Sept. 24-Oct. 3. Members and non-members save $2.50 per ticket when you purchase your ticket at an LMCU in Holland, Grand Haven, Allendale and Muskegon. For event details visit LMCU.org/MemberPerks under Events and Contests.

Home Makeover Giveaway winners announced!

Posted September 1, 2020  |   Topics: Community

Home Makeover Giveaway winners announced!

Return on insurance is the new ROI

Posted September 1, 2020  |   Topics: Insurance

2020 has just about every business looking for ways to cut costs, including insurance. But you can’t afford to be under-insured if the unthinkable happens. At Lake Michigan Insurance Agency, we pair you with an expert who understands your specific industry, so you’re covered without paying for unnecessary coverage. Because even though we offer a full range of business insurance plans — including commercial property, cyber fraud, and workers comp — you probably don’t need a full range. You need the right range.

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