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How to Buy a House with Friends: A Comprehensive Guide

Here is a step-by-step guide to help you and your friends navigate the journey of buying a house together.
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Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma’s Milgard Center for Business Analytics Announce Statewide FinTech Competition

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How To Help Young Adult Children Achieve Financial Independence

Mastering financial independence doesn’t happen all at once. Instead, it’s a work in progress. Continue reading

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How to Spot A Scam And Protect Your Money

Scams abound these days, all of them designed to steal your money, sometimes over the long haul, sometimes in a single transaction. Continue reading

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The Importance of Having a Will and Estate Plan

Anyone who cares about what happens to the people they love or the stuff they leave behind can likely benefit from setting up an estate plan. Continue reading

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How Much Insurance You Really Need To Protect Yourself And Your Family

Life teaches us that we can never be too prepared. We all need a protection plan in place, which includes a few essential elements: an emergency fund, health insurance, a basic estate plan and enough life insurance. Continue reading

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All About Operating Agreements

An operating agreement is a document that outlines the internal rules and procedures for managing and operating a Limited Liability Company (LLC). If you don’t have a document that you and your partners have agreed to, then you’re at the mercy of the default operating agreement that’s provided by your state. Continue reading

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Root Out Hunger – Playing What You Want, So Kids Can Eat What They Need 2024

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Sound Credit Union Raises $16,000 for Financial Beginnings in Annual Charity Auction

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An Overview of SBA Loans

Do you want to grow or modernize your small business? The SBA’s 504 loan program, also known as a Certified Development Company (CDC) loan, might just be what you’re looking for. Continue reading

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Preparing Your SBA Loan Application

Getting an SBA loan? Check your credit, gather key documents, and fill out required forms. Work with your lender to ensure a smooth application process. Preparation is key! Continue reading