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Education Articles

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What Does It Mean to Be a SELCO Member?

Whatever “a good life” means to you, we’re committed to helping you get there. At SELCO, you have a true advocate and partner ready to help you set and reach your financial goals. 

Choosing a Financial Partner Planning Your Future

What To Know About ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’

Choosing a "Buy Now, Pay Later" option at check-out is so easy, it almost seems too good to be true. Learn the pros and cons of using these services. 

Forming Money Habits Knowing Your Payment Options

Looking to Consolidate Debt? Try a HELOC.

Burdened by high-interest credit cards? A home equity line of credit can be a great way to consolidate debt and minimize monthly payments.

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits

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. 

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits

Your Personal Boat Buying Guide

Owning a boat is a major commitment. Best to know what's in store before deciding what you're buying, when you're buying it, and how you're financing.

Buying a Vehicle Planning Your Future

10 Financial New Year’s Resolutions

Hard to believe, but the time has come to make your annual New Year’s resolutions. How about getting your “financial house” in order? 

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits

Have a Plan Before Flooding, Other Disasters Strike

Natural disasters such as flooding are unpredictable. What can be controlled is making sure your home and finances are in order before disasters hit.

Planning Your Future Owning a Home

Driving for Uber or Lyft? Make Sure You’re Insured

Many insurance carriers require extra coverage for rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. Unfortunately, many drivers don’t realize it.

Understanding Insurance

5 Misconceptions About CDs

How do certificates of deposit work? Think of CDs (aka, share certificates) as the "set it and forget it" approach to savings.

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits

Fall: The Sleeper Season for Home Buying

While people don't typically associate autumn with home buying, it can be less competitive, less frantic, and more flexible than the peak seasons.

Planning Your Future Owning a Home