Money Management Tips for a Better Financial Future

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Planning

Your Year-End Financial Checklist

By taking time now to make some adjustments to your finances, you can create a plan that minimizes debt, builds savings, and helps achieve the financial goals you desire. 

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Fraud

What Is ChexSystems?

If you’re planning to open a new checking or savings account, it’s essential to understand what type of information could be found in your ChexSystems report.

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CDs

Can You Add Money to a CD?

If you’re looking to grow your savings with regular deposits, you have options. Let’s review some of the possibilities available to you.

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Money Management

7 Tips to Manage Your Finances During the Holidays

By taking some time to plan now, you can spread holiday cheer without digging yourself into a financial hole.

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Credit

You Check Your Credit Report, But What About Your Other Consumer Reports?

It’s important for you to understand what information is in your consumer reports, and what to do if there are any inaccuracies. 

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Fraud

Beware of QR Code Scams

Consider these tips to help minimize the risk of QR code scams.

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Security Alerts

How to Protect Against Child Identity Theft

To help ensure your child's identity doesn't get stolen, it’s important to know the signs of childhood identity theft, and what to do if you suspect it.

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Online Banking

5 Ways to Get Cash from an Online Bank

Let’s take a look at some of the different ways you can get money from an online-only bank account.

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Checking Accounts

4 Reasons Why College Students Need a Checking Account

Here are four ways a checking account can help college students effectively manage their money.

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Online Banking

Are Online Banks Safe?

To determine how safe an online bank is, you must first understand the key differences between true online banks and “neobanks”. Let’s take a closer at online banks vs. neobanks.

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Saving

Will I Ever Be Able to Afford a Home?

While experts predict that the housing market will become more favorable for first-time buyers over the next few years, there are things you can do now to help achieve your dream of homeownership.

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Sending Money

Zelle® vs. Venmo - What’s The Difference?

Let’s take a closer look at the difference between Zelle® and Venmo.

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Credit Cards

3 Types of Rewards Credit Cards

If you currently use a credit card for some of your purchases but you aren’t earning rewards, you might consider opting for a new rewards credit card.

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Checking Accounts

Pros and Cons of an Online Checking Account

There are many potential advantages to moving your banking online. Let’s take a closer look at some of the pros and cons of online checking accounts.

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CDs

What is a Jumbo CD?

A jumbo CD works like any other CD, but requires a higher minimum deposit. Lets look at some of the potential advantages of a jumbo CD.

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Saving

6 Tips to Save for a Vacation

If you’re thinking about planning a vacation, now is the time to start saving. Consider these tips to get the ball rolling on your dream vacation.

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Credit

7 Ways to Increase Your Credit Score

There are many things you can do to help improve your credit. Let’s take a look at some specific things you can do to increase your credit score.

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Credit Cards

Should You Use a Debit Card Online?

Let’s take a closer look at how debit cards and credit cards differ so you can protect yourself and make smart decisions regarding online payments.