These days, more and more people are doing the bulk of their shopping online. This can put your payment information at risk, but knowing how to shop smart can help keep you protected every time you pull the trigger on a purchase.
Keeping Your Payment Information Locked Down Online
Topics: Financial Education
What Happens After You Pay Off a Loan?
Paying off a loan comes with a sense of relief and satisfaction. But what happens after you pass this milestone? You’ll have a few loose ends to wrap up — and some big advantages to pursue. Here are a few points to keep in mind once you’ve made that final payment:
Topics: Personal Banking, Financial Education
Investment Blogs for 2022
If you are looking for ways to stay in the know when it comes to the financial world, look to investment blogs. The following sites will provide a multitude of perspectives and insights on your money:
Topics: Financial Education
Apps that Save You Money
You don’t have to shop sales or clip coupons. Thanks to these handy apps, you can save big using nothing more than your smartphone. Here’s a look at five apps that will help you get the best deals:
Topics: Financial Education
Filing Taxes in Multiple States
If your business has grown to operating in more than one state, you will need to file taxes for each location. Doing so can be tricky, but knowing some basic information can help you get ready for tax season with ease.
Topics: Small Business, Financial Education
Pros and Cons of Filing Taxes Jointly
When you get married, the assumption is you and your spouse will need to file your taxes jointly when tax season arrives. However, it is not a requirement, and may not even be the best option for your particular situation.
Topics: Financial Education
Closing Out Your Books for the Year
Can you believe 2021 is almost over? This year has practically flown by, and it’s time once again to close out your books and tie up all the loose ends from this fiscal year. To help you prepare for 2022, here are some tips for wrapping up the 2021 fiscal year:
Topics: Small Business, Financial Education
When to Consider Switching Insurers
While it’s important and in some cases legally necessary to have insurance, you’re by no means locked into getting your coverage from one company. The same way you can improve your situation by looking for a new job, home, or car, you can explore your options when it comes to insurance. In some situations, switching insurers is the smart play to...
Topics: Financial Education
Picking Up The Pieces After Storms Damage Your Home
Whether wind, snow, hail, or a hurricane damages your home, recovering from a storm is a complicated process. Even if the damage was minimal, figuring out how to repair the problem, receive compensation for your loss, and deal with insurance claims can be overwhelming. The following tips can help you navigate the situation:
Topics: Financial Education, Homeowners
Holiday Gifts to Teach Your Kids About Money
It’s important you start coaching your children on the basics of financial responsibility early in their lives. Properly saving, spending, and investing money are crucial skills for all people to master — and the sooner you can teach them, the better!
Topics: Financial Education, Family
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