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How to Decide Whether to Invest Or Pay Off Debt for Your Ideal Future

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The Big Financial Dilemma: Invest or Pay Down Debt?

At some point in your financial journey, you may find yourself with extra money and face a crucial decision: Should you use it to pay off debt or invest for the future? Both choices have benefits and potential drawbacks and the right answer depends on your unique financial situation.

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Amara Mackey Named 2025 Women in Business Honoree by Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal

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Woodbury, MN. May 7, 2025—Ideal Credit Union is proud to announce that Chief Financial Officer Amara Mackey has been named a 2025 Women in Business honoree by the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal. She will be recognized at the publication’s 28th Annual Women in Business Awards & Expo next week on Friday, May 16.

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Ideal Credit Union Sees 92% Increase in Chain of Hearts Fundraising for Gillette Children’s

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Woodbury, MN. April 25, 2025 – Ideal Credit Union is proud to announce a 92% year-over-year increase in funds raised during its 2025 Chain of Hearts campaign, benefiting Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare through the Credit Unions for Kids initiative. The campaign ran from January 14 to February 28, uniting employees, members, and local communities in support of children with complex medical needs.

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Ideal Credit Union Member Emily Anderson Wins College Scholarship from Minnesota Credit Union Foundation

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Woodbury, MN. March 14, 2025 – Ideal Credit Union is proud to announce member Emily Anderson has won a $1,000 scholarship from The Minnesota Credit Union Foundation Scholarship Council (FSC). Anderson was one of 18 post-secondary students selected from hundreds of applicants to receive a scholarship for the 2024-2025 school year.

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