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5 easy ways to freshen up your finances this spring

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A lighthouse at sunset.

Nothing inspires tidying like warmer weather.

Photo courtesy Coastal Credit Union

Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home — your finances need an annual refresh, too.

This is the time of year to:

  • Close old accounts
  • Tackle high-interest debt
  • Set new savings goals
  • Update your budget to match current needs
  • Check your credit report for anything fishy

Even these simple steps done annually can go a long way toward keeping your financial goals on track.

Need a bit of guidance? Coastal Credit Union has the tools + resources to help. Stop by for a visit, or

Start your financial refresh

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