There are so many ways to buy and sell as an individual online. Through platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Craig’s List, and Poshmark, you can sell your unwanted possessions or purchase products from other individuals. While the premise seems simple, there are rules to follow and red flags to be aware of that can help keep
When investing, particularly for long-term goals, there are two basic concepts you will likely hear about over and over again — diversification and asset allocation. Diversification helps limit exposure to loss in any one investment or one type of investment, while asset allocation provides a blueprint to help guide your investment decisions. Understanding how the
Make managing your money as easy as possible with Elevations online banking. We’ve created quick video tutorials to show you how to do some of the most common tasks in online banking, including how to set up account alerts, external transfers, bill pay and more. Whether you’re new to online banking or just looking to
Massive computer hacks and data breaches are now common occurrences — an unfortunate consequence of living in a digital world. Once identity thieves have your information, they can use it to gain access to your bank and credit card accounts, make unauthorized transactions in your name, and subsequently ruin your credit. Now more than ever,
Elevations online banking is loaded with convenient tools to help make managing your money as easy as possible. We’ve created quick video tutorials to show you how to do some of the most common tasks in online banking, including finding your account number, ordering checks, stopping a payment and more. Whether you’re new to online
Your credit score is based on your past and present credit transactions. Having a good credit score is important because most lenders use credit scores to evaluate the creditworthiness of a potential borrower.
If you’ve changed jobs in the past you know how confusing it can be to deal with your old 401k or other retirement plans. Often your options go unused due to the stress and general disruption that changing or losing your job can create. Below are several considerations to help you decide on the best option
Our members often have questions about annuities and their benefits. Favorable tax treatment is one of the main reasons for buying an annuity. So what exactly are the tax benefits? Are there any drawbacks? It’s important to know the answers to these questions before deciding whether to purchase an annuity. Of course, any information on
Conventional wisdom says that what goes up, must come down. However even if you view market volatility as a regular occurrence, it can be tough to handle when it’s your money at stake. Though there’s no foolproof way to handle the ups and downs of the stock market, the following common sense tips can help.
Our members often have questions about how to prepare for the future. When looking toward the future, health care may become more of a consideration. Who will take care of you as you get older? If you must live in a nursing home, how will you pay for it? By learning as much as you
