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Don’t Underestimate Your ATM
Everyone knows ATMs are a quick and convenient way to withdraw cash. But did you know you can do more? -
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Transferring Funds
Especially when finances are tight, it’s important to know just how you can transfer money quickly to friends, family, or even colleagues. Consider these six ways to transfer money should the need arise. -
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Five Facts About Flood Insurance
Five little known facts about flood insurance to keep you in the know. -
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Five Tips to Help Grads Build Wealth
When you graduate from college, you’ll likely have much of what you need to launch a career and save for the future. Consider these five financial tips for college graduates. -
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Live the Home Ownership Dream
If the dream of homeownership is calling you, these steps will put you on the path to a wiser home-buying experience. -
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Not Going Off to College? 4 Ways Students Can Adjust
If going away to college this fall is no longer in the cards, here are some ways to adjust for your gap year. -
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Car?
When is the best time to buy a car? Anticipating the end of your car’s useful life can help you time your new car purchase to your best advantage. Here are some tips for buying a car at the best time. -
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Good for You, Good for Your Wallet
Being healthy saves money. Even knowing that unhealthy choices hit your wallet as much as your quality of life, it can still be tough to resist temptation. This article breaks down how small choices can add up to big sums of money. -
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Budgeting for a Staycation
Need a vacation? You don’t have to break the bank to do it. Instead, get much-needed R&R by taking a staycation. Consider these tips to keep your vacation fun and on budget. -
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Get the 411 on Electronic Auto-Pay
Electronic auto-payments are a convenient and safe option for making recurring payments, and receiving recurring deposits like paychecks. -
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When and How to Replace Your Debit Card
Your debit card is your handy go-to whenever you need cash and a great way to make purchases. You’d hate to be without it, even for a moment. Check out these tips to handle a card that’s lost, stolen, or about to expire. -
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Buying a Home? Surround Yourself with the Right Team
If you are looking to buy a home, surround yourself with an experienced, trusted team of professionals. -
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Three Tips for Managing an Inheritance
If an inheritance windfall comes your way, here are three tips for managing it wisely. -
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Five Tips for Paying for a Wedding
Weddings can be an expensive undertaking. Establishing a budget, setting aside adequate funds and making smart choices can help you create a wedding day that is memorable and affordable. -
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How to Build a Budget When Buying a Home
There are many upfront and ongoing costs when you purchase a home, and your regular monthly expenses can also change. Understand how to build your budget so you can be a prepared homeowner. -
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Everything You Need to Know About Credit Scores
Your credit score is important, and it can have a big impact on your future. Understand what your credit score is made up of, how to build good credit, and what steps you can take to stay in control. -
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Make the Most of a Pay Raise
It’s tempting to simply add a pay raise to your take-home check. But here are five smarter ways to make the most of a pay raise. -
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Raise Money-Smart Kids
Learning how to manage money can be difficult for adults, and even more so for kids. With a little encouragement and a few tips, you can raise money-smart kids and set them up to be financially healthy adults.
