High blood pressure, or hypertension, is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney damage, and even cognitive decline. It’s often called the, “silent killer” because heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with hypertension, medication may be necessary to...
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The Importance of Wellness Programs for Your Employees
Ideally, you want your employees to be happy and healthy — not just because they work for you, but because they’re people you genuinely care about. As an employer, you have the ability to help in this cause. Rolling out wellness programs for your workers offers your employees tools they can use to build better health, and you can great results on...
Topics: Small Business
Why Retirees Should Have an HSA
As you plan for retirement, one important tool to consider is a health savings account, or HSA. While HSAs are most frequently used to pay medical costs, they also provide an array of investment options and tax advantages that can give your finances a serious boost once you’ve retired.
Topics: Retirement, Financial Education
What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates
Topics: Homeowners, Mortgages / Home Equity
4 Brand-New Models for 2023
The auto industry is full of well-known cars that are continually being updated and revised for an ever-changing market. But occasionally, all-new models make their way onto the scene looking to make a big impact. Here are four brand-new models for 2023 that seem poised to do just that:
Topics: Financial Education
Pros and Cons of Buying a Car Online
Car shopping has changed. You no longer have to trek into a dealership and spend countless hours checking out options, doing test drives, and negotiating financing with a team of dealership experts. You can conduct your research and even do a virtual test drive from the comfort of your home at a time that fits your schedule. But there are limits...
Topics: Financial Education
Tips for Buying a Home in Another State
Buying real estate far from your current residence can be tricky. Typically, you don’t have the luxury to get truly familiar with the new area — and without having a good picture of the surrounding neighborhoods, school districts, local laws, and so on, it can feel like you’re rolling the dice and setting yourself up for buyer’s remorse....
Topics: Homeowners, Mortgages / Home Equity
5 Fun Hobbies to Try This Year
If you’re searching for a new hobby to enjoy, it can be daunting to choose a new thing to try. To help you decide, here are some various ideas that might sound appealing:
Topics: Lifestyle
Tips for Building a Business Emergency Fund
An emergency fund for your small business is a smart investment. By having some savings on hand, you can help your company weather economic downturns, a loss of patronage, and unexpected expenses. However, it can be a bit overwhelming to set savings goals, carve out money from your company budget, and plan for all the ups and downs your business...
Topics: Business Banking, Small Business
What You Should Know About Closing Costs
Topics: Mortgages / Home Equity
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