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Annuities 101: How They Work And What They Can Do For You

Annuities 101: How They Work And What They Can Do For You

April 24, 2023
Saving for retirement can be a daunting prospect — no one can be absolutely certain exactly how mu...
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Why You Need An Estate Plan (And What Should Go In It)

Why You Need An Estate Plan (And What Should Go In It)

April 24, 2023
Many people still believe that an estate plan is reserved for those with millions and mansions. This...
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Life Insurance: How Much Do You Need — And How To Get It

Life Insurance: How Much Do You Need — And How To Get It

April 24, 2023
If the pandemic taught us anything, it’s that you can never be too prepared. We all need a protect...
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Don’t Get Hooked by Phishing

Don’t Get Hooked by Phishing

April 21, 2023
You receive an email or text message asking for private financial information to complete a transact...
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Santa Cruz Community Credit Union Wins National Marketing Award

Santa Cruz Community Credit Union Wins National Marketing Award

April 10, 2023
Santa Cruz Community Credit Union (SCCCU) was awarded a 2023 Diamond Award by the Credit Union Natio...
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When Should You Take Social Security?

When Should You Take Social Security?

April 3, 2023
Filing for Social Security benefits as soon as you can — or shortly thereafter — may seem like a...
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How Much Should You Save for Retirement?

How Much Should You Save for Retirement?

April 3, 2023
In a perfect world, you would start saving for retirement with your first paycheck and keep at it un...
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The Basics of Retirement Accounts

The Basics of Retirement Accounts

April 3, 2023
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the menu in a diner? One that goes on and on for pages — offerin...
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How to Trick Yourself into Saving More

How to Trick Yourself into Saving More

March 31, 2023
With inflation high and money tight for so many of us, there’s never been a better time to re-exam...
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