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Here, Your Money Means More

We encounter a lot of financial jargon in our everyday lives: Net Worth. Account Balance. Return on Investment. What if these terms actually meant something more, something beyond the acronyms, spreadsheets and zeros in your account? Here at Grow Financial, we define money differently. Because when you put people first, money takes on a whole new meaning.

Come back each month for an interactive word search highlighting the deeper meaning behind common financial terms.

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Return on Investment

Return on Investment (ROI) is a metric that determines how profitable an investment has been, where you compare every gain and loss to your initial investment. But at Grow, returns go far beyond a few numbers. They’re the moments you’re rewarded with, when you invest in what matters most.

Learn more about ROIs below and use our return on investment calculator to get a hands-on experience.

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Safe Investment: Certificate Ladder

A Certificate Account is a safe investment to earn a guaranteed return.¹ You can start saving with as little as $500 and select terms from six months to five years.

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Understanding Compound Interest: Making Time Work for You

Even if your retirement is still decades away, saving should be a priority. Why? When it comes to maximizing your dollar, time really is money. That’s why you need to understand compound interest.

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Investment Calculator

This calculator shows how your money compounds over time—so you can see both your total investment and how much interest you’ll earn.²

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Find the “More” Behind the Term

When you bank with Grow, Return on Investment isn’t just a financial term. It’s more. Search for the words that give it meaning beyond money. To play, click, tap or drag across letters to connect a word.

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Growth
Reunion
Impact
Safety
Pride
Reward

Net Worth

Net Worth can mean more than a total on a statement. It can be the people who support you, the relationships that lift you up and the moments that make life feel whole.

Figuring out how to calculate Net Worth can seem tricky at first, but we’re here to help. Net Worth is the total value of your assets minus the total value of your liabilities. Check out these resources for learning all about Net Worth.

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What is Net Worth?

A lot of people think that Net Worth is a fancy way of saying how much money someone has, but this isn’t necessarily true. Learn more about what Net Worth means and how to determine yours.

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Top Three Reasons to Buy Your Home

Considering your first home? Discover three ways homeownership can become a long-term asset, helping you build equity and grow your Net Worth.

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Savings Calculator

This savings calculator is designed to illustrate how your savings will grow using compound interest, which is the most common type of interest for savings accounts.

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Find the “More” Behind the Term

When you bank with Grow, Net Worth isn’t just a financial term. It’s more. Search for the words that give it meaning beyond money. To play, click, tap or drag across letters to connect a word.

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Family
Friends
Belonging
Connection
Together
Roots
Share

Direct Deposit

A Direct Deposit is an electronic transfer of funds directly from the payer’s account to the recipient’s. Think paychecks, pensions, Social Security and more. But at Grow, a Direct Deposit isn’t just money moving from one account to another. It’s the way you give back to the communities you care about.

Learn more about Direct Deposit and money management below.

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Manage Direct Deposit

With our Manage Direct Deposit tool, it’s easier than ever to switch your direct deposit over to us. You can quickly set up and manage your accounts right from your mobile device.

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Continue Expanding Financial Literacy

The importance of financial literacy keeps growing. From direct deposits to saving and managing debt, these essential topics matter more than ever.

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Find the “More” Behind the Term

When you bank with Grow, Direct Deposit isn’t just a financial term. It’s more. Search for the words that give it meaning beyond money. To play, click, tap, or drag across letters to connect a word.

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Community
Time
Neighbor
Hands
Service
Support
Heart
Give

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²This calculator is intended for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of investment earnings.

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