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How to Avoid Spoofing Scams

Credit union members in the Northwest are falling victim to a new twist on classic telephone scams. Scammers are using easily obtained software to mimic the phone number of credit unions and other financial institutions. They then make phone calls to their victims, posing as credit union employees from the security...

Money Skills for Young Adults

As new college graduates, young professionals, and others in their twenties launch their careers, they get bombarded with tempting ways to spend money. For many, handling a more considerable income and “adult” expenses like rent, utilities, and insurance, is a new experience. Now more than ever, money management...

Creating a Will

It’s not always an easy thing to think about, but preparing for your end of life will ultimately ensure your property is distributed as you wish, and to the benefit of those you care about most. In this article, we discuss why a will is important and how to create one. While creating a will may not help your personal...

Benefits of Delaying Retirement

Some anticipate retirement years as a time for new adventures, travel, and pursuing postponed hobbies. Approximately half of working Americans retire between the ages of 61 and 65. For a growing number of seniors, delaying retirement is becoming more common. Some people delay out of financial necessity, while...

8 Tips to Eliminate Debt Now

Debt is something many people deal with in their life. It can feel difficult to tackle, which is why many need strategies to help eliminate their debt. If you feel overwhelmed by your current financial situation, understand that you are not alone. We have identified eight strategies that you can use to help you...

How to Avoid Outliving Your Money

If you are like most American workers, you will likely be responsible for saving most of the money you will need for retirement. That's because many companies have replaced defined-benefit (or pension) plans with defined-contribution (or 401k) plans. Furthermore, Social Security will only cover a fraction of the...

Will Getting Married Change My Tax Situation

Are you planning to get married or are getting married soon? If so, congratulations! As you and your significant other plan for the big day and your life together, there is a lot to take into consideration. And as fun as planning your wedding may be, don’t forget about your taxes as well – just because you have...

Avoiding Senior Scams

If you have a senior you care for, we are starting a brand-new series just for you. We will provide essential information and resources for seniors in your life. Many times, financial and other issues faced by seniors can go overlooked or unnoticed. We'll share tips to help you identify potential problems. Scammers...

Rivermark Awards $20,000 to Rebuilding Together

As a mission-driven not-for-profit organization, Rivermark continues to focus its community giving on organizations and programs that support housing insecurity, food insecurity, and children’s health and welfare.

What You Should Know if You're Close To Retirement

The closer you get to retirement, the more excited you may be—and more worried. If you are 18 to 24 months away from retirement, this article is for you. You may still be wondering if you have enough saved, or if you can (or should) plan on finding a supplemental income. How will an uncertain economy affect your...