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6 Steps to Prepare for Your (Financial) Future
Small steps and helpful tools—like the right savings account (they’re not all made equal)—can help you get ahead. For those closer to the start of their financial journey, planning for the future can seem daunting, or maybe even unnecessary. But wherever you are in life, it's never a bad idea to take stock of your finances with an eye toward...
Demystifying Financial Terms: APR & APY
Trying to understand APR and APY can be confounding. They aren't simply interest rates but something far more complex. Let us help you figure them out.
Understanding VA Loans
A Veterans Administration (VA) loan is a significant low-interest mortgage loan that doesn't require a down payment. Here are the ins and outs of this specialized loan.
Your College Buying Guide
Check out this buying guide for tips on what you will and won't need during your time on your college campus.
Debt Snowball vs. Debt Avalanche
Looking for an efficient way to eliminate your debt? Discover the debt snowball and debt avalanche, which focus on paying off one debt at a time.
Protect Yourself from Unemployment Scams
Millions of Americans filed for unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, con artists were ready with their fraudulent scams.
6 Apps To Help Kick-Start the School Year
As your children prepare to go back to school this fall—in person or remotely—give them a head start with these helpful apps.
4 Ways To Watch Your Savings Grow
Conventional savings accounts offer the easiest access to funds but the lowest interest rates. Don't overlook certificate, money market, and health savings accounts as alternatives.
7 Life Insurance Misconceptions
Don't be fooled by common myths and misunderstandings about life insurance. Whatever your unique needs, it doesn’t hurt to give what you’ve heard additional thought.
SELCO Select Checking: Your Personal Financial Hub
SELCO Select Checking is your personal financial hub, with far more benefits than a traditional checking account.