POECU

06/24/2026

With a virtual test drive, you can explore vehicles in detail before you visit the lot. Compare features, view photos, review trim options, and get a better sense of what fits your lifestyle and your next adventure.

06/22/2026

Let's be honest: your dollar doesn't stretch as far as it used to lately. One of the fastest ways to combat rising costs isn't just cutting back—it's optimizing where your money lives and how it works for you.

➡️ Audit Subscription Gaps: Use a free tracking app or check your statements to spot recurring charges you forgot about.
➡️ Switch to a Higher Yield: Don’t let your emergency fund sit in an account earning 0.01%. Move it where it actually works.
➡️ Consolidate Variable Debt: Swap high-interest credit cards for a fixed-rate personal loan.

06/21/2026

Some dad advice never goes out of style:

🌧️Save for a rainy day.
📍Don’t spend it all in one place.
🧰How to fix things with duct tape.
💙And how to show up when it matters most.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures who showed us that the best lessons are the ones that last. DROP A PIC OF YOUR DAD in the comments and show some love...

06/19/2026

How do you credit union today? You honor the past. You invest in the future. You take steps toward financial freedom — for yourself, your family, and the generations that come next.

Today is a reminder that freedom is worth celebrating — and progress is worth protecting. May we continue to learn, reflect, and move forward together. ❤️💚🖤

06/18/2026

Due to severe weather in the area, all POECU branches will open at 10 am Thursday, June 18th.
We love our members and want everyone to stay safe. Please make smart decisions on water filled roads!

06/17/2026

Thinking about a new dad-ride?

Start by checking your current vehicle’s estimated value, then explore trade-in options and compare vehicles that fit your next chapter.

This vehicle valuation tool is provided as a member service and offers calculated estimates based on various factors. The accuracy of the valuations or any other information provided cannot be assured. Please note that the valuation source used for loan decisions may differ from the one displayed he...

06/17/2026

☀️🤳Before you post that summer selfie, check the background. You may be accidentally sharing more personal information than you think, like:

📪Mail with your address
📝Personal documents
🪪Work badges or IDs
🎒Kids’ school logos
🔒Important documents on the counter

Selfies are fun. Identity theft, not so much.

06/15/2026

Summer utility bills are destroying your monthly budget? Here’s how you can stop the bleed:

❄️The 78° Rule: Setting your thermostat to 78°F instead of 72°F when you are ?? (is this supposed to be aren’t home?) home can shave up to 10% off your cooling costs.
❄️ Ceiling Fan Spin: Ensure your ceiling fans are spinning counterclockwise to push a cool breeze straight down. (Turn them off when you leave the room—fans cool people, not spaces!).
❄️ Blind the Heat: Keep west- and south-facing blinds completely closed during peak afternoon sun (2 PM - 6 PM) to block greenhouse heat.

Small, zero-cost mechanical adjustments around the house can yield massive savings over June, July, and August. Reclaim that extra cash and route it automatically into your account instead of sending it all to the power company.

06/12/2026

Turn your card off/on instantly, set alerts for high-dollar purchases, and even submit travel notices—all from your phone. It’s like having a security guard in your pocket thanks to POECU’s Online Banking ➡️ https://gbs.onlinecu.com/poecu/ #/

06/11/2026

How can we keep the kids entertained all summer without blowing our budget? The Trick: Become a tourist in your own backyard using completely free local assets! 💾 Save this list of high-fun, zero-to-low-cost summer ideas:

☀️ Culture for Free: Did you know Louisiana residents get free admission to the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) every Wednesday, and the Botanical Garden at City Park on Wednesdays, courtesy of The Helis Foundation?

☀️ Library "Secret" Passes: Check with the Jefferson Parish or New Orleans Public Library systems—many branches offer free or heavily discounted family passes to local attractions just for having a library card

☀️ The Backyard Snowball Stand: Skip the daily drive to the stand. Grab some cheap flavored syrups, crush ice at home, and let the kids run their own "backyard snowball business" on a hot afternoon.

What’s your favorite hidden-gem spot around town that doesn’t cost a dime? Drop it in the comments!