Online Marketplace Scams
When it comes to making safe marketplace purchases, remember to slow down and ask questions. If you detect suspicious activity, report the user to your marketplace platform.
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Keep Calm and Credit Union: Born to Thrive Amid Market Uncertainty
Many members came to #creditunions chasing a great rate, not realizing that they are taking part in something larger and more important – especially during times of economic uncertainty. So, while every company that has your email address wrote you last week about the safety of your account, I’d like to tell you why the one from your credit union might be worth a second look.
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Who Wants to Be a Millionaire… When You Retire?
We’d like to introduce you to compound interest. It’s a simple principle that works consistently in practice. When you invest, your investment starts to earn money. Then the gains it accumulates also start to earn money and your initial investment can snowball very quickly.
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A Letter from Our CEO: Logix is Exceptionally Strong and Well-Capitalized
Given recent events in the banking industry, including the sudden shuttering of Silvergate Bank and the FDIC’s takeover of Silicon Valley, Signature, and now First Republic Bank, I saw an opportunity to reach out about your relationship with Logix. At times like this, it’s nice to be reminded of the security of your deposits and our long-standing commitment to your financial health. Times like this can also be eye-opening; we’ve experienced an increase in calls from individuals who are moving funds to Logix over concerns with their bank's safety. Besides competitive rates and trustworthy service, it would be hard to find a safer home for your deposits – particularly those exceeding $250,000.
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What is Capital and Why is it Important?
You may have seen some of the recent e-mails we’ve sent to let you know that, despite these uncertain times, your money is safe with Logix Federal Credit Union. You might have even noticed some similar language in each one: Your deposits are federally insured up to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration; we’re one of the healthiest and strongest financial institutions in the nation and capitalized at 13.3%! Then we tell you that these statements ought to put our members’ minds at ease.
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How Does a Bump Rate Certificate Work?
If you're looking to hit the right financial notes, a bump rate certificate can be a great addition to your savings plan.
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Can You Spot a Scam?
Scammers are always coming up with new ways to trick people, but no matter the scam, there are common trends you should be aware of to keep your money and personal information safe.
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A Simple Demonstration of the Power of Compound Interest
Albert Einstein famously said that compound interest is the 8th wonder of the world, but its power is difficult to grasp. So, to give a simple visual demonstration, I'll double the amount of "c"s each time one is used in just three short sentences below. Imagine that each "c" is one cent deposited in a compounding savings account:
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Laddering 101: Maximize Returns With Certificate Accounts
Laddering your certificates is an attractive investment strategy for new and seasoned investors looking to diversify their portfolios. With laddering, you will be able to decide how you want to split up your investments and whether to reinvest each time a certificate matures. By opening multiple certificates with staggered maturity dates, you have the potential to earn better returns while keeping your money safe.
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A Letter From Our CEO: New Year. New Habits.
I look forward to the beginning of each new year as an opportunity to set self-improvement goals. For many of us, New Year's resolutions are focused on health but it's just as important to evaluate your financial wellness and resolve to set some long- and short-term goals. Fortunately, January is Financial Wellness month, which was created to remind us to pay closer attention to our financial well-being after the hustle, bustle, and high spending that comes with the holiday season.
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