Pay Yourself First Before ‘The Eagle Flies on Friday’
Remember to pay yourself first—before you spend anything—to help you save for emergencies, retirement and other financial goals.
Share certificate or CD investment: When to cash in early
Ending a term-share certificate or CD investment early can result in penalties. But sometimes the fees are worth it. Here’s why.
Why you can benefit from a chorus of retirement income options
Wondering where your retirement income will come from? Learn how these investment opportunities can help you prepare for retirement.
Couple turns to Dupaco Financial Services for investment guidance
As soon as Wayne Konrardy retired five years ago, he turned to his first order of business. “I switched my 401(k) right to Dupaco Financial Services,” said Wayne, of Dubuque. “That was the first thing I wanted to do.” Wayne, whose…
Member builds relationship with First Community Trust
When Janice Wright retired after 46 years at Hy-Vee, she started revisiting her financial life. Wright, of Waterloo, wanted to move her retirement savings to an account closer to home. She also sought estate-planning guidance. Wright first turned to her longtime financial institution,…
The costs of ham hock nachos
I am by no means, the embodiment of a "foodie." However, I do love interesting food and will tend to venture towards the more unique dishes on a menu. The lobby restaurant of a hotel I recently stayed in had…
Consolidating investments saves time and more
When it comes to investing, the old saying applies: “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” But you’ve got to know where your baskets are – and what’s happening in those baskets. That’s where a trusted investment advisor is…