Craig Lundquist's Financial Sense E-Delivery

Craig Lundquist, MBA

Sr. Financial Advisor

Wealth Advisors

Located at Ideal Credit Union

8499 Tamarack Rd., Woodbury, MN 55125

Phone: 651-773-2876

Email: craig.lundquist@cunamutual.com

Fall 2020

Retirement and the COVID Crisis

The COVID-19 pandemic has likely affected most retirement plan balances and people’s ability to save monthly. But the hardest hit were retirees or those nearing retirement.

Debt on the Rise

The New York Federal Reserve found that the total household debt balances grew to $14.15 trillion in 2019, the largest annual gain since 2007. Here's how most of it breaks down:

Succeeding with Succession

Running a small business is not for everyone, but younger family members often want the challenge of taking over when founding generations retire. If you’re part of a family business, here’s how you can work toward continuing the business from one generation to the next, even in times of uncertainty like these.

Does Delaying Social Security Make Sense

Did you know that every year you delay starting Social Security retirement benefits your eventual monthly benefit increases by 8%, in most cases.* So, if you get your full retirement benefits at age 66, waiting until you are 70 will increase your monthly benefit by 32%.

Safe Deposit Box Tips

Safe deposit boxes are one way to keep valuable documents and other items safe offsite.

How to Repair Poor Credit

Poor credit can raise your borrowing costs or eliminate your ability to borrow altogether, and it can even disqualify you from employment opportunities. If you have poor credit, take heart in knowing you can improve your credit score. Here’s how to start the process:

12 Obstacles to Investing Success

A disciplined investing strategy, whether for a child’s college costs or your retirement, can help you potentially grow your savings over time. However, success depends in part on avoiding obstacles that can trip you up and understanding uncertainty is always a part of investing. When investing for the long haul, beware of these obstacles:

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