Fraud Talk: Social Media Scams
What are Social Media Scams? In social media scams, scammers use social engineering to bait victims into sharing personal or financial information,...
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Adjusting Your Spending Habits When Your Income Changes
Whether you’ve just landed a big promotion or you’re out of work, it’s often a struggle to adjust to a seismic shift in your income. Here are some...
Back to School Savings Revisited
Did you know there are TWO Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays each year in the state of Florida? Traditionally, families have taken advantage of these...
Ways to Lower Your Homeowner's Insurance Costs
Homeowner’s insurance is a necessary but costly expense to safeguard the money you’ve invested in your house. Yet you may be paying more for home...
Financial Considerations of Private vs. Public Colleges
Whether you’re planning for yourself or a loved one, heading to college involves major decision-making. What will you study? Should you stay close to...
Using a CD to Teach Your Children About Finances
Introducing your child to the world of finance should start at a young age and adapt in complexity as they grow. When the lesson of the day (or year)...
How Online Banking Can Help You Budget Better
With easy-to-access data, convenient automatic transfers, and a variety of ways to organize your money, online banking can revolutionize the way you...
Ways to Stop Identity Thieves From Getting Your Information
Digital banking is generally a secure operation, but — like anything you do on the internet — you can become a target for identity thieves if your...
Plan Ahead for Holiday Expenses and Save!
Saving money over the holidays is a common goal for many people, as it can be a financially challenging time of year. Here are some effective ways to...
How Long Should Your Auto Loan Length Be?
If you’re shopping for your next ride, you’re probably considering how to budget for monthly payments on your auto loan. While auto loans...
What You Should Know About Penny Stocks
If you’re interested in investing, you’ve probably heard penny stocks mentioned somewhere along the line. With lower purchase prices and the...