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Four Weekend Getaways for Seattleites: Where to Go, What to See

You’ve been to most of Seattle’s must-eat food spots. You’ve seen the sunset from Gasworks. And you’ve explored every neighborhood and green space in Seattle proper. Now what? If you’ve explored the Seattle sights and are wondering where to have your next adventure, it’s time to get out of the city. Here are four weekend getaways within a 3-hour drive from Seattle.

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7 Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in Seattle

Sometimes a dog just needs to get outside and run with its own kind. When your dog is sitting by the door and begging for a game of fetch, visit one of these seven highly-rated dog parks in Seattle for some fun and exercise.

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7 Best Downtown Seattle Lunch Spots

From the classic to the bizarre, downtown Seattle restaurants offer something for everyone. Here are some popular lunchtime spots.

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ECONorthwest Report Finds Credit Unions Have Great Impact

ECONorthwest, a firm specializing in evaluating public policies and investments, recently released a report measuring the economic impact of Northwest credit unions in their communities. In 2014, credit unions in Oregon and Washington had an economic impact of more than $6.8 billion. Washington’s 3.2 million credit union members alone received $249 million in direct benefits.

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52 Places to Volunteer in Seattle

In 2015, 30.6% of Washington residents volunteered, ranking us 16th in the country for Volunteering and Civic Engagement. Can you imagine what it would be like if 100% of residents volunteered? With just a few hours of your time each week, or even each month, you can help make our community a better place.

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How to Enjoy the Holidays Without Breaking Your Budget

The holiday season should be a time for celebration, but without a budget, it can quickly turn into a headache. Paying for gifts, traveling expenses and groceries adds up quickly, and last-minute changes in plans can lead to even more spending. To avoid getting surprised with a huge credit card bill in January, take these steps to make sure you keep your holiday spending under control.

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Teaching Kids to Budget

Most kids feel they could be smarter about money. Here are some engaging and fun activities that help teach valuable financial lessons.

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Why You Should Refinance Your Auto Loan at Your Credit Union

We’re all familiar with refinancing a home mortgage but few people think about refinancing a vehicle loan. When does refinancing make sense?

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Security Series: Anti-Spyware and Antivirus Software

Your computer can be a window to your personal life for hackers. Without the right protection, your financial information, personal identifying information, and other sensitive data could be theirs. The good news is protecting your computer is as easy as installing quality anti-spyware and antivirus software and knowing the warning signs of attempts to steal your information.

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How Can I Use a HELOC?

With low interest rates, flexible repayment terms, and potential tax benefits, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) could be a great way to pay for important expenses or even a money-saving way to consolidate other debt.

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