The year began with the government stymied by a shutdown, and ended with articles of impeachment levied against the president. In between, both domestic and global economies showed signs of...
Dec 6, 2019 | 12 minute read
Stocks grew for the third straight month as each of the benchmark indexes listed here posted solid returns in November. Despite unrest in Washington as the impeachment process drones on,...
Nov 5, 2019 | 12 minute read
Investors continued to buy stocks, pushing values higher in October. Each of the benchmark indexes listed here posted solid monthly gains despite signs that the economy is slowing, both...
Oct 11, 2019 | 12 minute read
The third quarter was full of ups and downs for stocks, much like the second quarter. Stock values moved in response to the rhetoric from the participants in the trade war between the United...
Apr 4, 2019 | 4 minute read
A credit union is a not-for-profit financial organization that exists to serve its members. In fact, years ago the common credit union tagline was "not for profit, not for charity, but for...
Mar 16, 2018 | 3 minute read
Elder abuse is the intentional or neglectful act by a trusted individual or caregiver that can lead to the harm of a vulnerable elder.1 Financial exploitation of elders occurs when a trusted...
Feb 5, 2018 | 2 minute read
Announced January 29th: Equifax is extending free credit freezes through June 30th.
Sep 20, 2017 | 1 minute read
Due to the recent Equifax incident, Equifax is offering free credit freezes until January 31, 2018. Additionally, the company will also refund fees to anyone who has already paid for freezes since...
Dec 22, 2016 | 2 minute read
In late December, and for the first time in nearly a decade, the Federal Reserve (FED) increased the prime interest rate. This increase directly affects the interest you’ll pay when you carry a...
