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Boost Your Financial Health With a Personal Loan

Taking out a loan might seem counterintuitive when you are trying to boost your financial health. But a personal loan used strategically can genuinely strengthen your finances by reducing the cost of existing debt, covering urgent expenses without raiding retirement savings, funding improvements to your most valuable asset, and building your credit score in the process. People Driven Credit Union ...

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How to Use a Personal Loan for Debt Consolidation

How to Use a Personal Loan for Debt Consolidation Making minimum payments on high-interest credit card debt is an exhausting way to manage your finances. You are paying every month, but the balance barely moves because most of what you pay goes straight to interest. A personal loan for debt consolidation may offer a way out. By replacing multiple high-rate ...

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Graphic: PDCU's Own Julia Kaiser Wins SmCC Helping Hands Award

PDCU’s Own Julia Kaiser Wins SmCC “Helping Hands” Award

PDCU’s Julia Kaiser Wins Southeast Michigan Chamber of Commerce Helping Hands Award People Driven Credit Union is proud to announce that Julia Kaiser, Community Relationship Manager at PDCU, has been recognized with the Southeast Michigan Chamber of Commerce Helping Hands Award. The award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to support their neighbors and strengthen their communities. Julia is ...

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Graphic: New vs. Used Cars: Which Auto Loan is Right for You?

New vs. Used Cars: Which Auto Loan is Right for You?

New vs. Used Cars: Which Auto Loan Is Right for You? The new versus used decision is one of the first and most consequential choices you make when buying a car. It affects your loan amount, your interest rate, your insurance cost, and how much value your vehicle holds over time. Neither option is universally better. The right answer depends ...

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Graphic: Top 5 Tips for Getting the Best Auto Loan Rate

Top 5 Tips for Getting the Best Auto Loan Rate

Top 5 Tips for Getting the Best Auto Loan Rate The interest rate on your auto loan has a bigger impact on the total cost of your vehicle than most buyers realize. On a $30,000 loan over 60 months, the difference between a 5% rate and an 8% rate is nearly $2,500 in additional interest. Getting the best rate available ...

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Graphic: How Pre-Approval Can Speed Up Your Car-Buying Process

How Pre-Approval Can Speed Up Your Car-Buying Process

Shopping for a new or used car is exciting but can also be overwhelming if you’re unprepared. One of the smartest ways to streamline the process is by getting pre-approved for an auto loan before you even set foot in a dealership. Pre-approval gives you a clear picture of what you can afford, strengthens your negotiating power, and saves you ...

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Graphic: The Complete Guide to Financing Your Next Car.

The Complete Guide to Financing Your Next Car

Financing a car can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether buying your first vehicle or upgrading to a new model, understanding the process can make all the difference. People Driven Credit Union is here to guide you every step of the way with affordable auto loan options, expert advice, and a commitment to helping you drive off ...

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Graphic: Why Credit Unions Offer Better Auto Loans than Banks

Why Credit Unions offer Better Auto Loans

Why Credit Unions Offer Better Auto Loans When it is time to finance a car, most people go straight to their bank out of habit. It is familiar, it is convenient, and it feels like the obvious choice. But for most Michigan car buyers, a credit union will offer a better deal on an auto loan than a traditional bank, ...

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Holiday Skip-a-Payment

One-Time Holiday Skip-a-Payment!

The holiday season brings extra expenses. People Driven Credit Union is giving eligible credit card holders the opportunity to skip their December minimum payment and keep a little more cash in their pocket when they need it most. How the Holiday Skip-a-Payment Works If you are eligible, you will see a notification on your November credit card statement letting you ...

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