Online Safety Tips for Retirees

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Online safety is a much bigger problem than most people realize. It’s estimated that seniors lose a total of about $30 billion every year because of online scams. We want to prevent that from happening, and we bet you do, too. We’ve put together some of the easiest ways for seniors to be safe online.

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Farm Service Agency (FSA) Farm Loan FAQs

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Have you ever considered a farm loan, but weren’t sure what it involved? Good news – we’ve got the answers! Keep reading to learn more.  What is a FSA Direct farm loan used for? A farm loan is for farmers or ranchers who want to purchase, sustain or expand your family farm but aren’t able

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Renovate Your Home Without Breaking the Budget

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Are you ready to mix things up in the design of your home, but not ready to burn through your precious money to do so? We know some tips and tricks that will allow you to revamp the look of your home without going overboard on price. Keep reading to find out how! Improve the

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Money Responsibility 101: Family Edition

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Financial responsibility starts in the home. If it’s not something you were taught as a child, it can be difficult to model it in the home as an adult. The good news is, it’s not too late to start! Here’s what you need to know to kick your household into gear.  Do It Together The

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IRA FAQs: Find Your Answers

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Retirement may seem far away or coming soon to you. Either way, you likely have some questions as many people do. Today, we will tackle some of the most common questions.  What is an IRA? IRA stands for Individual Retirement Account. The purpose of it is to help people save for retirement through their paychecks.

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Cybersecurity Check: How Secure Are Your Actions?

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It’s 2020 and more than time to be certain your cybersecurity practices are up to date. Cybercriminals become more advanced and attuned to the different ways to penetrate vulnerabilities of those who aren’t up to date on security. These are the top actions you need to take. Can you say yes to any of these?

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Make Your 2020 Savings Goals A Reality

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The new year is full of hope and imagination for the future. It can be challenging for anyone to stick with these goals, especially financial ones. We’re happy to tell you that there is a way to make these goals a reality by sticking to these wise practices. Be Realistic In order to make your

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How To Save On Your Taxes

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Are you kicking yourself for how you handled last year’s taxes? You can feel better about next year by learning a little bit about tax savings now.  Consider Donations Not only is donating to charity a great way to give back to the community, but it is also a smart way to have a tax

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Graduation Is Coming – Have You Been Saving?

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It’s never too early to save for college. Some parents start college funds even before their kids are born. If you have yet to jump on the savings train, it’s not too late to get serious about saving while in high school. The average cost of in-state tuition is around $10,000. Every dollar that you

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