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Investing in Volatile Markets

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0 min read | February 7, 2021

Here are some tips for investing in a volatile market.

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Financial Besties: Time and Compound Interest

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | February 2, 2021

Time and compound interest are two peas in a pod. Let’s break down what compound interest is and the positive relationship that it can have with time.

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Cryptocurrency: To Invest or Not

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | February 1, 2021

Cryptocurrency as an investment is a highly contentious subject. The crypto bulls (people who think crypto is valuable) will tell you that bitcoin and ethereum are great and everyone should invest.

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Bitcoin: Currency of the Future or Fleeting Fantasy

BLOG | INVESTING

3 min read | February 1, 2021

The year 2021 has been a tumultuous year for cryptocurrency as a whole. Bitcoin specifically has seen a record high cut in half, within 2 months. Many investors are questioning if Bitcoin is the currency of the future.

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A Breakdown of Investing Terms

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | February 1, 2021

The stock market has been a hot topic of discussion lately. It has been in the news, on social media, and even the popular app Tiktok has had several viral videos about it.

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Adulting Tips from Financial Educators

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2 min read | February 1, 2021

You have probably heard the saying that hindsight is 20/20. This is so true when it comes to financial journeys through life. Let our Credit Union Financial Educators share financial tips they wish they had known when they were younger.

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Get Ready, Get Set, Download, and Invest

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | January 11, 2021

We hold most of our personal world in the palm of our hands. Smartphones have the ability to help you manage your personal and work schedules, send daily reminders, do your personal banking, track fitness goals, and even manage your investment portfolios.

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What to Invest? Physical Commodities vs. Stocks

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | February 8, 2020

When investing in the stock market, many are fearful going into it because of how risky they perceive it to be.

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The Benefits of Investing in a 401(K)

BLOG | INVESTING

1 min read | February 8, 2020

A 401(k) is a voluntary savings plan that is offered through an employer. The main benefit of a Traditional 401(k) is that it allows you to grow your retirement savings tax-deferred. Employees can choose how much to have deducted for retirement.

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Investing Tips for Students: An Interview with Professor Uptegraff

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | February 8, 2020

It’s not easy to be a young investor. With the world of investing in constant flux, keeping up with every change can prove exhausting, even for someone pursuing a degree in finance.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Researching Investments

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | January 31, 2020

Knowing how to invest is a useful skill to have, but it can be difficult to learn the ins and outs. There are a few important skills that’ll help you learn how to be a successful investor.

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Is Investing Like Gambling or Strategy?

BLOG | INVESTING

3 min read | January 12, 2020

So, you signed up for an investing app and put a few hundred dollars into buying various stocks and investments. Now you wait patiently to see if you’ll be a millionaire or out a few hundred bucks.

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Introduction to Investing: Risk Tolerance

BLOG | INVESTING

3 min read | January 27, 2019

Investing can be difficult to get into. With its many facets and constantly shifting nature, many people shy away from the idea of investing in favor of standard savings accounts.

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Stock Marketing Done Right

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | January 27, 2019

A stock is a small fraction of a company that you can invest in, in hopes that the company grows. If you’re new to the stock market, here are some tips to set yourself up for success.

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The 4-1-1 on Bonds

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | January 27, 2019

Just like you, businesses and governments have to plan for big purchases and raise money. When a business or government entity wants to buy something, there are many options a business can consider to pay for it, one being bonds.

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Fear and Investing

BLOG | INVESTING

3 min read | January 27, 2019

Investing can be an essential part of achieving financial success. With all the potentially expensive goals people have like retirement and dream homes, investing can prove very useful.

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The Beanie Bubble: An Introduction to Collectible Investments

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | January 27, 2019

We’ve all seen it happen before: that magic, million dollar item on shows like Pawn Stars or the Superman Issue #1 that sells for thousands.

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4 Ways to Make Money

BLOG | INVESTING

1 min read | January 26, 2019

An extra few dollars in your pocket could never do you wrong. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to earn some more money on the side, so we decided to share four simple ways to help get you there! 

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401(k) vs. IRA

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | March 2, 2018

While living in the moment can be fun, it’s never too soon to start thinking about retirement. There are multiple retirement plans to choose from. Two common plans are a 401k and an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Which plan is the best fit for you?

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