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Couple looking at computer, working through their finances.
June 15, 2023

Comparison of CD Rates vs. Savings Accounts

If you’re starting to build wealth but want to understand what more you can do to protect your finances and see growth, consider a Certificate of Deposit (CD) account.  Let’s look at the basics of CD accounts, the pros, and

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June 7, 2023

How Are Rates for CDs Determined?

Rates for CD accounts (Certificate of Deposit accounts) greatly depend on the economy and current market trends, but no matter what’s going on with the economy—CD accounts offer a guaranteed return when invested at full maturity.   Understanding how the rates

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June 5, 2023

What is a Certificate of Deposit?

With interest rates at higher levels than consumers may be accustomed to seeing, you might not realize that now is a great time to safely invest your savings and make them work for you with a certificate of deposit (or

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Preparing financially for a new baby
February 18, 2022

Preparing financially for a new baby

  Preparing to bring a child into the world is never easy, but the financial component is one of the most important things to consider, whether you are getting ready to try having a baby or waiting for it to

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HOA / condo association financing
December 17, 2021

HOA / condo association financing

If you have been on the hunt for a good loan option as an HOA, you may have heard about HOA financing before. To many, this is a vague option that is often skimmed over because it is either not

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Wedding cake topper on top of dollar bills.
December 16, 2021

Sharing financial goals

Managing money jointly can be tricky. Some couples may not want to breach the topic because they’re nervous the conversation will be uncomfortable, but communicating about your finances will help set you up for long-term success. A 2019 study from

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