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Sound Credit Union Employees Assemble More Than 3,300 Meal Kits for Emergency Food Network

Sound Credit Union hosted its annual Afternoon of Service to support a local nonprofit organization. This year, the credit union partnered with Emergency Food Network to provide meals for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. Continue reading →
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How to Invest In Your 401(k) or IRA

How to Invest In Your 401(k) or IRA

Asset allocation and rebalancing could have a direct impact on your future.* Continue reading →

What You Need to Know About Paying For College

What You Need to Know About Paying For College

Here’s a look at what you need to consider when it comes to paying for college costs, to help ensure the educational journey is as positive as possible for everyone in the family. Continue reading →

Identity Theft: How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

Identity Theft: How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

This webinar recording provides guidance on how to protect your identity. Continue reading →

What to Consider Financially As A First-Time Homebuyer

What to Consider Financially As A First-Time Homebuyer

Here are the most important things for first-time buyers to keep in mind when embarking on their search. Continue reading →

Mortgages 101: Getting Started on The Path to Homeownership

Mortgages 101: Getting Started on The Path to Homeownership 

Read the listings, visit some open houses, sign on with a Realtor, make an offer. Continue reading →

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Exiting Your Business: What to Put in a Confidentiality Agreement When Selling Your Business

One way to limit who gets your information is to disclose only parts to general queries, and then only full disclosure to a person you’ve qualified as serious. Continue reading →

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Exiting Your Business: The 7 Most Important Things Buyers Want

Buyers will need accurate and complete information to make an informed decision on whether your business is suitable for them. Continue reading →

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Exiting Your Business: Preparing For Due Diligence by a Prospective Purchaser

In much the same way that you’d spruce up your house before it goes on the market, give your business a makeover so that it’s presented to its best possible advantage. Continue reading →

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Exiting Your Business: First Steps to Selling Your Business

Create an action plan for any weaknesses in your business that you want to try to resolve. Continue reading →

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Exiting Your Business: Maximize The Value of Your Business Before Selling

Getting the best price for your business means planning well in advance, even if the sale is years away. Continue reading →