News Articles RSS Feed Description en Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:21:30 -0500 62ea62e9-f2c4-4059-9da4-c90ac5520bb2 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/chief-administrative-officer Steve Schmidle brings nearly 30 years of experience in financial services and will lead the organization’s credit risk, payments and controls, and corporate real estate teams. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:30:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 fd7da2b0-3a6a-4282-918c-ad7c1bd051ef https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/chief-lending-officer Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:02:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 87834041-9275-4b21-85db-b3fc3db5ce17 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/is-a-business-heloc-right-for-you If you’ve ever wished you had flexible access to funds without taking out a brand-new loan, you may have come across a business HELOC. Wed, 27 May 2026 11:35:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 16c49d74-4c81-41b8-bfd7-0e15df5d1ec0 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/financial-travel-tips Here’s how to help protect your cards and accounts, monitor activity, and be financially prepared for the unexpected while you’re away. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:14:35 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 fb03c164-54b7-428d-9f4c-14a2605c3f27 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/what-is-a-business-heloc-a-comprehensive-guide A business home equity line of credit, or business HELOC, is a revolving line of credit in your business’s name secured by the equity in your personal home. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:49:22 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 76b9778c-b37b-4ccc-933c-a5b7c97b70a6 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/spring-2026-events Connect with your community at these events this spring. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:42:24 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 5de08c95-644a-4350-9eb6-7bc065af91ff https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/new-cfo Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:56:59 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 75c24762-88bf-4761-ad23-bf31b080a8a8 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/qualified-charitable-distributions Qualified charitable distributions are a tax-efficient way to support the causes you care about. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:01:51 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 36630e46-787b-4183-b1c8-99c07bc3a6b9 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/support-for-boulder-entrepreneur Michelle Hale left a successful dental career in Pittsburgh in search of something more meaningful — and found it in Boulder. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 a4f6e16a-18b7-491d-8231-50b83f93a30f https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/new-ceo Michael Calcote has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, marking a strong and seamless next chapter for the Colorado-based, member-owned financial cooperative. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 ed0db496-c949-43e7-86de-1b4242b40439 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/i-never-thought-i-would-be-here-how-down-payment-assistance-helped-one-buyer Down payment assistance made available by the Local Change Foundation and Elevations Credit Union helped one Boulder resident become a home owner. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:41:27 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 357dabe4-a80c-47ef-b4aa-4b8d335c532f https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/elevations-cfo-joins-board Elevations Chief Financial Officer Michael Calcote is now serving as the first credit union representative on Board of Directors for the Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:30:20 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 248f22ee-4fa2-422a-a19b-c3dafaf3af0e https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/equipment-loans Sometimes, your business is ready to grow but cash flow is holding you back. Whether you need a new pizza oven, med spa equipment, or a new skid steer, equipment loans can help you get the tools you need without draining your budget upfront. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:22:45 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 38bac662-7162-4e99-9ea7-089b398bc2c9 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/holiday-shopping-safety The holidays bring joy—and unfortunately, an increase in scams. Cybercriminals know shoppers are looking for big deals, so it’s important to stay alert. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:27:16 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 afd691f2-a002-4965-bcdc-f037ad312614 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/mortgage-loan-limits-2026 The FHA has updated mortgage loan limits for 2026. Here are the limits for the counties served by Elevations. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:53:59 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 447f755a-c48f-41ba-91b3-72ab8b742de0 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/ceo-retirement-announcement Elevations Credit Union announces the upcoming retirement of President and Chief Executive Officer Gerry Agnes, who has led the organization since 2008.  Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:11:07 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 29460c94-db82-4fab-84e5-650433a416b4 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/food-bank-donation Elevations Credit Union has donated $5,000 to Food Bank for Larimer County’s Tour de Turkey food drive in addition to a donation earlier this month of $25,000 to Community Food Share, serving Boulder and Broomfield. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:35:10 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 6ea0fe48-bd5d-426d-8281-ddb3a179c864 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/teen-donation-drive Elevations Credit Union has launched its Shine a Little Light donation drive for teens, active now at all 14 branches across Boulder, Broomfield, and Northern Colorado. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 6edd65bd-553e-4f82-98f5-0b0e5899c39c https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/grant-awards-2025 The Local Change Foundation is proud to announce that it has awarded $70,000 in grants to 12 nonprofit organizations serving communities across Colorado’s Front Range. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 e11ef752-7b39-41f6-8b65-bf327dd0c74d https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/holiday-events The holidays are almost here, and Elevations is excited to support this lineup of Colorado events. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:45:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 64791de4-e73a-4f2c-b828-fd36da0b72a2 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/new-scholarship The Dreamers Elevated Scholarship Fund supports post-secondary education for students from the “I Have A Dream” Foundation in Boulder. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 e08eb198-feb5-4699-9336-d21828a7e86e https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/veterans Veterans, active-duty service members, and their families have made incredible sacrifices, and we’re committed to offering support and inclusion — not just on Veterans Day, but all year long. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:41:03 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 385f1e7c-2cba-45cb-ab02-7859d96e5678 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/boulder-has-free-transit-and-has-for-40-years Duane “Woody” Wood once saw how a bus driver’s kindness — a generous attitude and the gift of a blanket — touched his father during his dialysis treatments. That inspired him to later become a Via Mobility Services driver. Sun, 20 Jul 2025 15:32:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 ece274f4-4b2e-4d97-bf26-64f5edac8b0e https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/bringing-the-bard-to-boulder-colorado-shakespeare-festival-s-68th-season For the 68th season, America’s second-oldest Shakespeare Festival is helping Boulder to experience some of the most acclaimed plays together. This season runs through August 10. Fri, 18 Jul 2025 16:09:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 4fd74a51-d02e-4889-a898-d0cb8f3f0545 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/scam-alert-there-s-a-problem-with-your-computer A recent digital scam has been targeting many members’ and community members’ money and information. Here’s a quick guide to this scam, including how to spot it and what to do if you’ve been affected. Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:12:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 5627b26d-9861-451e-85ba-472e0ede5e33 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/join-us-this-summer-at-these-front-range-community-events Summer is here, and Elevations Credit Union is thrilled to sponsor a wonderful lineup of community events across the Colorado Front Range. Sun, 15 Jun 2025 16:16:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 1a03f8b7-0854-4a40-b585-5e9cd2aefe45 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/how-self-directed-investing-for-beginners-works Thu, 22 May 2025 01:37:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 e402b2f1-7c14-41ba-9274-d4c5a6b0c0b8 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/the-local-change-foundation-awards-120-000-in-scholarships The Local Change Foundation* awarded $120,000 in scholarships to 24 soon-to-be Colorado high school graduates. This is the largest amount the foundation has awarded in one year. Tue, 13 May 2025 01:30:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 4b885a86-bd4d-48cd-b594-7cf218a9c257 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/facts-about-your-credit-score Having credit is essential to everyday life, but many of us don’t fully understand credit and credit scores. Whether buying a car or purchasing a home, credit affects your buying power. Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:35:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 5f584ff7-b628-4e90-8866-458c1d7d77ef https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/1-million-grant-awarded-to-help-coloradans-afford-down-payments The Local Change Foundation received a nearly $1 million grant to help qualifying Colorado homebuyers afford their down payments. Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:35:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 440fbcf4-5211-41a6-862c-0bb72792e8f1 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/mortgage-update-new-loan-limits-for-2025 The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is raising the baseline conforming loan limit (CLL) for 2025 and increasing the limits for certain “higher-cost areas” above the baseline. We’re here to help you understand what this means. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:38:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 a44e3abe-91e4-4c6f-a9a0-64867b27d086 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/local-change-foundation-awards-70000-in-grants The Local Change Foundation awarded $70,000 to 12 nonprofit organizations across the Front Range. Each year, the foundation awards grants to nonprofits helping improve life in local communities. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 09:35:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 ebde6f79-1800-44ca-b408-2d5dca48f040 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/elevations-donates-10000-to-local-thanksgiving-food-drives In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Elevations donated $10,000 total to two food drives providing warm meals in the community for the holidays. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:35:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 bc340404-c20d-4007-91a2-db7613c544ca https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/new-credit-card-uses-nil-to-give-fans-an-exciting-way-to-say-sko-buffs With The Go Buffs® Visa® Signature Rewards Credit Card, fans can earn premium rewards and support CU student-athletes. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:35:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 fbdb9ed1-225b-4b05-8478-7bd59b4162bb https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/one-foundations-story-of-learning-and-serving This year, Elevations Foundation went through a name and brand transformation. The goal? To reflect the foundation’s mission of supporting nearby communities. Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:35:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 3607cab4-81b1-4cfa-ae13-bfe542c003b2 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/24-elevations-employees-now-certified-financial-counselors Fifteen Elevations employees recently became Certified Credit Union Financial Counselors (CCUFCs), bringing the credit union’s total to 24. Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:46:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 c9e4fc01-9fc1-4db4-9f4c-4d96b388cf81 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/which-projects-qualify-for-a-home-energy-loan You can reduce your monthly bills with energy saving home improvements. You can do these home improvements with an energy loan. Thu, 30 May 2024 11:38:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 fabbad17-00c3-439a-b1d1-45eabe3e04b7 https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/whats-the-process-to-qualify-for-a-home-energy-loan You may feel intimidated by the process of applying for an energy loan, but it’s surprisingly easy. Thu, 30 May 2024 09:35:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 dd384026-6bf9-468b-92cc-0c9ec9330c5d https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/home-energy-audits-101 Thu, 30 May 2024 09:35:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 0084056e-9a7f-483c-98e6-8252df4fc13d https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/6-steps-to-building-financial-capability Learning about finances doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start learning the basics of how to get out of debt, save for your goals and more. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:35:00 -0500 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00 0746a695-9d6f-42a4-8732-001b992f365b https://www.elevationscu.com/resources/blog/womens-history-month-historical-women-in-finance-and-business This Women’s History Month, we recognize women who broke glass ceilings in the finance and business industries. By shining a spotlight on these four historical figures, we remember all those who paved the way for women in these fields today. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 09:35:00 -0600 2026-06-22T21:21:30-05:00