On this episode of The Core, host Colten Hibbs talks with ECU's Vice President of the H&H Market, Reana Curry, about how to approach holiday spending mindfully. Renea shares practical advice on budgeting and preparing for gift-giving without overspending or facing last-minute financial stress. Through personal stories, she also offers creative ideas for celebrating beyond traditional gifts. Plus, Renea highlights ECU products like Skip-a-Pay and Holiday Loan options that can help you stay on track during the Christmas season.

On this episode of The Core, Colten Hibbs talks with Janie Williams, ECU's Assistant Branch Manager at the Badger$mart Branch, about personal loans. Janie explains how young people can use installment loans to build credit and prepare for long-term financial success. She also shares important tips on what to watch out for when taking out a loan.

On this episode of The Core, Colten Hibbs visits with Danielle Gonzales, ECU's Director of Deposit operations to clear up common misconceptions about Certificates of Deposit (CDs) and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). Danielle breaks down the different types of IRAs and offers guidance on how to determine which savings option might be the best fit for your financial goals.

On this episode of The Core, Colten Hibbs sits down with Salvador Gomez, ECU's Manager of Business Intelligence & Development to talk about how mobile banking can simplify your finances. Sal highlights some of the best features in the ECU mobile app and share tips for keeping your financial information safe and secure.

On this episode of The Core, Colten Hibbs visits with ECU's Learning & Development Specialist Roman Fox to discuss tips and strategies for traveling on a budget. Roman provides personal anecdotes about recent trips, as well as how to make the most deals, discounts, and loyalty programs to reduce the cost of accommodations, activities, and meals while traveling.

On this episode of The Core, Colten Hibbs visits with Adrian Alejandre, ECU's Senior Vice President of Lending, about the ins and outs of purchasing a recreational vehicle. Adrian shares some personal anecdotes about his first boat purchase and offers valuable tips for anyone looking to get a loan for a boat, motorcycle or RV!

On this episode of The Core, Colten Hibbs sits down with Matt Stuart, Mortgage Originator at ECU, to discuss home equity loans. Matt provides expert advice on determining whether a home equity loan is the right choice for you and highlights common pitfalls to avoid.

On this episode of The Core, Colten Hibbs sits down with Jessie Joseph, Marketing Supervisor at ECU, to discuss the importance of financial spring cleaning. Jessie shares three actionable steps to help you take control of your finances, including evaluating subscriptions, setting a manageable budget and preparing for the year ahead.