Markets and Investing

As a commercial property owner or investor, increasing the value of your property is likely a top priority. Fortunately, there are several ways to achieve this goal, and a commercial property manager, in conjunction with a leasing agent, can be an...

Investing in AI can be a highly lucrative and rewarding endeavor. With the rapid advancements in technology and the increasing demand for AI powered solutions, there are plenty of opportunities for investors to get involved in this field. Whether...

Between finding ways to save money, navigating the ever-fluctuating investment market, and planning for retirement, managing your finances can be intimidating. Fortunately, Oak Partners Wealth Advisor Jack DeHaven has a few financial tips on how to...

Last week’s column on the fear being stoked online about the coming demise of the U.S. dollar and the reserve “petro-dollar” elicited some strong feedback, some supportive and some critical. I see the topic even creeping into the mainstream...

Finding a place to store your savings and livelihood can be challenging. In addition to simply finding an institution they trust, those looking for a bank or credit union must also consider added fees, interest rates, and other factors that may...

How could this happen? Can it happen in my local bank? Is my money safe? What should I do to protect my financial future? These questions and many more are swirling as media reports continue to come out about the recent failures of Silicon Valley...

Nowadays, financial wellbeing remains high on the list of priorities for many residents who are part of Northwest Indiana’s workforce. Allegius Federal Credit Union offers members in Porter, Lake, and La Porte counties a safe, secure way to grow...

In the realm of quotable quotes, iconic investor Warren Buffet is in my opinion the crème de la crème. Buffet, now 92 years old, emits the wisdom of free enterprise like Yoda himself, often providing the most candid, crustiest and funny material an...

Money is valuable. It causes and solves problems, divides and unites people, and breaks and creates boundaries. Money is powerful, which is why it’s so important to put it in a place that will treat it as such. There are a few ways to handle money....

Unlike traditional banks, credit unions are cooperatives, and they strive to support and advocate for their members (customers). Unfortunately, many people, who are eligible to join a credit union can fall prey to several of the common misconceptions...