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On this episode of the Better Lives Podcast, hosts Kaitlin and Erik are joined by Michelle to discuss how everyday conveniences, like delivery apps and pre-made meals, secretly add up in your budget. They show how these small costs impact your finances over time.

Learn simple ways to track your spending and make smarter choices. Discover how to save money by deciding if the time saved by convenience is truly worth the extra cost.

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For this episode of the Better Lives Podcast, join us as we tackle your biggest questions about buying your first home! Central Willamette's Director of Real Estate, Joshua Pairan, shares essential groundwork tips, details about our mortgage products, and his top advice for new homebuyers.

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 In this episode of the Better Lives Podcast, join our hosts as they share practical tips and tricks for hosting a successful yard sale. Learn how to declutter your home and turn unused items into extra cash with smart pricing strategies and effective advertising. 

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 In this episode of the Better Lives Podcast, we introduce the debt snowball method, a strategy focused on creating early wins by tackling the smallest debts first to build momentum and motivation in your debt payoff journey. 

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Our hosts share their tips for "Hacking Your Food Budget." This episode covers meal planning with free apps, building affordable weekly meals around sales, buying in bulk, and smart ways to avoid expensive takeout. 

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This week on the Better Lives Podcast, we're diving into the world of side hustles! We'll explore why so many are seeking supplemental income and guide you through the essential steps to finding your niche – from identifying your skills and interests to researching demand. 

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The Better Lives Podcast welcomes its first guest, Luisa Herrera, Chief Experience Officer at Central Willamette. Discover Luisa's passion for the credit union movement, and the innovative ways she's dedicated to serving the diverse community of Central Willamette and enhancing the financial well-being of its members.

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In this episode we break down the envelope method—a simple cash budgeting technique. Learn how to categorize spending, avoid pitfalls, and make your money work harder. Practical tips and relatable experiences for simpler finances 

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Get ready to level up your finances in 2025! This episode of the Better Lives Podcast covers 5 key areas: tracking spending, cutting expenses, automating savings, learning money-saving tricks, and talking openly about finances. 

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As a community focused credit union, Central Willamette is excited to further our community involvement by starting a podcast meant for YOU! Better Lives with Central Willamette is your go-to resource for all things finance. Join us as we explore topics like budgeting, saving, investing, retirement planning, and more. Our insightful discussions will empower you to make informed financial decisions and keep you on top of local news and events, so we can keep Building Better Lives Together.