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Understanding Interest Rates: Decoding the Language of Interest Rates
Understanding Interest Rates: Decoding the Language of Interest Rates

At Peoples Bank, we believe that understanding interest rates is crucial for making informed financial decisions. Whether you’re taking out a loan, opening a savings account, or investing in a new venture, the rates you encounter can significantly impact your financial health.  Let’s decode the language of interest rates and show...

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SECURE Act 2.0: IRA Changes to Know About
SECURE Act 2.0: IRA Changes to Know About

Below we will be diving into the recent changes to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) that every consumer should know about. As the landscape of retirement planning continues to evolve, staying informed about updates to retirement accounts is essential for making sound financial decisions.   In this post, we'll explore the key changes...

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Top 7 Reasons to Open a Certificate of Deposit
Top 7 Reasons to Open a Certificate of Deposit

Are you wondering why it makes sense to open a Certificate of Deposit (CD) in today’s financial market? Today we are going to explain what a CD is and reasons to invest in one. Since investing is the best way to make your money work for you, consider opening a CD with Peoples Bank today. 1. Certificates of Deposits Are FDIC...

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A Beginner’s Guide to Saving for Retirement
A Beginner’s Guide to Saving for Retirement

It may seem like a lifetime away, but retirement has a way of sneaking up on all of us. Something to remember when it comes to retirement is that the earlier you start saving, the better. Plus, you’re never too young to invest in your future. Here are some helpful strategies you can implement to set yourself up for a successful retirement.  1....

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Traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs: What’s the Difference?
Traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs: What’s the Difference?

Both Traditional and Roth IRAs are retirement accounts, each with their own pros and cons. Understanding the differences between them is important when it comes to deciding which one you should open. We’re here to provide you with the facts you need to make an educated decision, so let’s get started! The Basics An IRA is an Individual...

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Q&A Regarding IRAs

IRAs can be confusing and even seem unnecessary to talk about for some, especially if retirement still seems lightyears away. Allow us to answer some of the most common questions people have about IRAs:  Q: Am I allowed to contribute to an IRA if I have a retirement plan through work?  A: Yes, as long as you meet the IRA’s...

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Retirement Savings by Age 

At any age, you should be saving for retirement - yes, even when you’re 20. This can mean more than just putting a little money into your employer's 401(k) plan. It’s important to think about all the expenses you will have in the future and how you will afford them. Therefore, we wanted to share some information on how you...

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Best Retirement Strategies for Your 20s
Best Retirement Strategies for Your 20s

If you’re in your twenties and thinking about retirement, you are light-years away from your peers who wait until it’s too late. You’ll be so glad you started to take serious steps towards your golden years with these straightforward strategies. 1. Negotiate More Your first job isn’t typically known to be a real money maker....

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