Financial Corner Archives - The Advance-Titan

Investing 101

Candice Wagener, UW Credit Union Senior Content Writer • February 29, 2024

There are a lot of myths out there about investing, including: It’s a man’s world You need to be wealthy It’s too complicated for the average person Guess what? All of the above are...

Financial Corner: Student Loans 101

Candice Wagner, UW Credit Union Writer • November 29, 2023

If student loans make you groan, you’re not alone. But student loans don’t have to be complicated. Start with the FAFSA Everyone, whether you think you’re eligible for funding or not, should...

6 tips to shop online safely

Candice Wagner, UW Credit Union • November 28, 2023

Social media sites make shopping easy. And tempting! However, buying through social media ads and marketplaces can be risky – instead of a reputable merchant, you may be dealing with a scammer. Here...

The magic of compound interest

Candice Wagner, Financial Corner Writer • October 25, 2023

Interest is a factor in many financial endeavors. When it comes to credit or loans, you want to find the lowest interest rate possible. However, when it comes to savings, interest rates work in your favor. With...

Financial scams that target college students

Candice Wagener, UW Credit Union • September 13, 2023

Scammers are always trying to be one step ahead, so the types of scams can change quickly. Even professors have been duped by scams. Despite scams evolving, these best practices remain consistent: ...