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How to Get the Most from a Remodel.
05/20/19
If you’re moving into a new house, looking to sell yours, or just thinking about ways to improve your living space, home renovations can seem like a daunting and expensive task. According to HomeAdvisor, the average kitchen remodel in the U.S. costs
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Your Guide to a Rewarding and Challenging Career that Lets You Make a Difference in Your Community
04/22/19
From advanced degree holders, to people who just graduated from high school, there are many opportunities to start a career in banking. And there are plenty of reasons why you should consider it. Those who are interested may be able to start in an
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A Little Preparation Could Help You Buy Your Next Home With Ease
03/19/19
Your credit score, renter history, debt and income all play a big role in your ability to qualify for a loan. They also impact your interest rate and the amount you will pay in interest on that loan. The earlier you start preparing, the better. Here
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New Advances Across Industries are Set to Change the Way You Shop, Pay and Live
02/26/19
Technology is growing at a faster pace than at anytime in history. A combination of machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and digitization are expected to collide in 2019 to make life more convenient than ever. With that in mind, here’s a
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How to Save for a Dream Vacation Without Breaking the Bank
01/17/19
Get Ready to Go Anywhere on Any Budget Vacations are a great way to relax, but there’s nothing relaxing about coming home to a pile of debt. It’s easy to max out credit cards and tap into savings when you’re taking that long awaited dream vacation.
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Five Discouraging Retirement Myths Busted
12/21/18
Here's some good news to get you excited about saving for retirement. Retirement planning can feel daunting. When you hear how many people aren’t prepared, or how much you may need, it can be discouraging. That discouragement keeps many people from
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Enjoy Your Holidays Even More When You End the Year on Solid Financial Footing
11/26/18
Holidays are a time for family. A time for fun. And for many, a time to run up their credit cards. But putting a stop to holiday debt doesn’t mean putting a stop to the festivities. With a little care, staying within your budget can lead to the best
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Why HSAs are becoming one of the most popular ways to save for medical expenses.
11/01/18
Health insurance can be hard to afford. Even with coverage, an unexpected illness or injury can be enough to change your financial fortunes. A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a special type of account designed to help with both of these issues. And
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Phishing, Spam, Scams. Whatever you call it, here’s how to spot it.
10/09/18
Phishing is the term used to describe emails sent out by hackers. They try to trick people into giving away passwords and sensitive information. They could also contain viruses or attempt to trick you out of your hard-earned cash. Hackers send about
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Five simple steps to help you save
08/15/18
Building wealth isn’t about what you make. It’s about what you keep. And saving money starts with good spending habits. These days it’s even harder to avoid unnecessary and impulse purchases. After all, you don’t need to leave your home or get off