Author: Adam Rossi

About The Author

Adam Rossi is the Assistant Vice President of Marketing & Brand Partnerships at HRCCU and has more than 10 years of experience as an executive in marketing and communications. Adam oversees digital marketing campaigns, promotions, public relations, and member communications for the credit union.

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Is it Safe to Do Online Banking on Your Tablet Device?

Online and mobile banking apps allow for budgeting, sending, transferring, and paying bills to be done from virtually anywhere. As a result, more people are using mobile devices such as iPads to manage their finances. But as this becomes the norm, many are starting to wonder if it is safe to do online banking on… Read more »

How to Make a Monthly Budget

Abiding by a monthly budget plan is often seen as restrictive when it can be financially liberating and make personal financial goals more achievable. Those with a well-planned budget can track where their money is going and eliminate unnecessary expenses at very little personal sacrifice — good budgets make room for both needs and wants…. Read more »

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How Much Should You Save in Your 30s to Retire?

Planning for retirement may not seem important now because it’s so far into the future. But the reality is, the earlier one starts to save, the better. This is because money in a retirement account compounds — or accumulates, more interest over time. The key to being able to retire in comfort is allotting enough… Read more »

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Best Investment Opportunities for College Students

Investing, particularly in the stock market, can seem too costly and risky — especially for young investors. But if done strategically, it can be a great way to grow one’s personal finances. And some of the best investment opportunities don’t require a lot of capital to get started. However, accumulating wealth through investing does take… Read more »

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How to Prevent Overdrafting

It’s easy to lose track of your personal finances, especially as using debit or credit cards rather than cash to make purchases has become increasingly common. The ability to complete transactions with a card has led to the rise of unhealthy financial habits, like overdrafting or spending beyond the balance in one’s checking account. A… Read more »

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How to Explore the Hudson River Valley on a Budget

The warmer weather has arrived, and school is almost out for the summer, giving many of us the urge to travel and explore — especially after more than a year of quarantining and social distancing. If you live in New York State, or a surrounding state, you don’t have to travel far to discover some… Read more »

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Differences Between Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

A substantial (and obvious) case can be made that no debt is good debt and it’s better for people to have a debt-free financial record. But borrowing money or taking out loans is how many of us are able to purchase big-ticket items — like a vehicle or a house. Both of these loans are… Read more »

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Understanding Social Security Benefits & How They Work

Preparing for the future is important, especially when it comes to finances. Whether you are just beginning a career, switching career paths, or getting ready to retire, everyone should have a clear understanding of what Social Security is and how the benefits work. Established in 1935, Social Security benefits act as a support system for… Read more »

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Does Working from Home Save You Money?

As the events of the coronavirus pandemic began to unfold throughout 2020, businesses around the globe had to shift from working in office spaces to remote working. Even though remote jobs had already been increasing in popularity due to technological updates and restructuring businesses, the ability to work from home became essential for many of… Read more »

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Quick Guide to Financial Investments for Beginners

One of the biggest misconceptions surrounding investing is that it’s only for the wealthy or the well-to-do. To some extent, this may have been true in the past, but now there are investment opportunities for everyone — whether you already know what to do or need some assistance. There are resources available, especially for beginners,… Read more »