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What’s the Difference Between the Stock Market and the Economy?

What’s the Difference Between the Stock Market and the Economy?

June 28, 2023
Have you ever noticed that sometimes for months-long stretches, the stock market takes investors on ...
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Portfolio Diversification Primer

Portfolio Diversification Primer

June 28, 2023
Most investors know they’re supposed to be diversified — to have their money spread out into mul...
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Index Funds vs. ETFs: What They Are and They Work

Index Funds vs. ETFs: What They Are and They Work

June 28, 2023
Years ago, investors bought and sold stocks in individual companies, often trying to beat the market...
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How to Invest In Your 401(k) or IRA

How to Invest In Your 401(k) or IRA

June 28, 2023
If you already have a 401(k), IRA, or other retirement account, congratulations! You’ve taken a hu...
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Four SCCCU Managers Complete Certification

Four SCCCU Managers Complete Certification

June 15, 2023
We're excited to announce that four SCCCU managers recently graduated from the Certified Financial C...
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A Primer on Buying Your First (or Fourth) Car

A Primer on Buying Your First (or Fourth) Car

June 6, 2023
Ready for sticker shock? The average price of a new vehicle in the U.S. was $48,763 in April 2023, a...
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What You Need to Know About Paying for College

What You Need to Know About Paying for College

May 24, 2023
With college costs soaring – and student loans readily available – it’s easy for young adults ...
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Mortgages 101: Getting Started on the Path to Homeownership

Mortgages 101: Getting Started on the Path to Homeownership

May 24, 2023
When you embark on the search for a new home, you may think you know the steps to take: Read the lis...
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What to Consider Financially as a First-Time Homebuyer

What to Consider Financially as a First-Time Homebuyer

May 24, 2023
So, you’re ready to buy your first home. Congratulations! For many people, taking this step is one...
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