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Wants vs. Needs
It’s a good habit to consider whether an item is a “need” or “want” before putting down your hard-earned money. But first you need to learn the difference between the two!
The Ins and Outs of 401K Withdrawals and Loans
With inflation hitting a 40-year high earlier this year, the cost of making ends meet rose considerably. In response, recent legislation made it easier to tap into a 401K retirement plan for immediate needs, creating additional penalty-free early-access points to retirement savings. As a result, a record number of Americans have turned to their...
Boost Your Savings with Two New High-Yield Savings Accounts
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- Boost Your Savings with Two New High-Yield Savings Accounts
Way-above-market rates for Cultivate and Vault are helping savers of all ages get on the right track Looking to build an emergency fund or give your child a financial head start? SELCO recently introduced two new tools for jumpstarting savings. Our new Cultivate and revamped Vault youth savings accounts deliver exceptional annual percentage yiel...
6 Family-Proof (Financial) Holiday Conversation Starters
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- 6 Family-Proof (Financial) Holiday Conversation Starters
Money can be a touchy topic any time of year. But during the holidays, when the whole family has gathered and spending is higher than usual, conversations about finances can become downright polarizing. There has to be a way to keep the Grinches and Scrooges at bay, right? If personal finance talk rears its head at your holiday gathering, try...
Couples' Therapy: Investing Together
You like to take risks when investing. Your partner would rather play it safe. So where do you go from here? Many couples grapple with this dilemma. While it might seem like a good compromise to split your funds and invest as you each see fit, that likely won’t bring peace—or wealth—into your relationship. In a marriage, for one thing, whether...
