Bank Identification Number (BIN) fraud is a type of credit card fraud that involves the unauthorized use of a credit card that is not in the possession of the rightful owner. A BIN is the first six digits of a credit card number, and is used to identify the issuing bank.
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How To Protect Yourself from a BIN Attack
Topics: Financial Education
Tips for Picking the Best Lighting for Your Home
Lighting your home is about more than picking out a stylish lamp or two. With proper lighting, you can bring out the best aspects of your living space. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect way to light up your home:
Topics: Homeowners
Red Flags of Investment Fraud
Making smart, sound investments is a surefire path to financial independence and a well-earned retirement. But if you encounter an investment opportunity that sounds too good to be true, it may well be a scam. With a bit of financial literacy and an understanding of the signs of investment fraud, you can safely steer clear of fraud and keep your...
If you’ve ever worked with a lender or creditor, you may not have known it at the time, but you were being protected by the Truth in Lending Act. The TILA is a federal law that’s been on the books for more than 50 years and is continually amended to ensure today’s consumers can safely compare loans and credit cards.
Topics: Financial Education
First Federal Bank celebrated the 15th anniversary of Tiger Bank, a bank branch located in Columbia High School in Lake City, FL. The celebration attendees included First Federal Bank staff, Thomas Hosford, School Principal, Matthew Greene, Tiger Bank teacher sponsor, and past and current interns. During the celebration, a plaque was unveiled...
Topics: First Federal News, Financial Education
Ways to Sneak More Vegetables Into Your Diet
If you’re trying to cultivate healthier eating habits, vegetables need to play a key role in your diet. According to the USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans, you should be eating at least two and a half cups of veggies per day. Fortunately, it’s easy to add more nutrient-rich servings to your everyday meals — whether or not you’re a huge...
Topics: Lifestyle
Early Indicators of Financial Trouble for Your Business
Every entrepreneur wants their business to flourish — and to achieve that goal, it’s important to be aware of the signs your company is struggling. Here’s a look at four factors that indicate your company has to address some issues before it can thrive:
Topics: Small Business
Your Tax Refund Can Help You Achieve Your Homebuying Goals
Your Tax Refund Can Help You Achieve Your Homebuying Goals
Topics: Mortgages / Home Equity
How Do Taxes Change After You Retire?
Retirement brings many changes to your life, big and small. You may not have to answer to an alarm clock, boss, or coworkers, and deciding how you spend your time is up to you. But one thing that will never change is your abidance to taxes. Taxes are a constant, no matter if you are in the workforce or retired from it. Here is a closer look at how...
Topics: Retirement
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