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  Attention savvy shoppers! With food prices on the rise, are you tired of spending a fortune at the grocery store? Are you looking for ways to keep your budget under control without sacrificing flavor and nutrition? Well, you're in luck because here are five...

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When it comes to picking the right credit card for you, there are a few important factors to keep in mind. As a consumer, it is essential to do your homework before applying. Look closely at all the fine print. Are you trying to build credit with your first card? Do...

With inflation at an all-time high, soaring interest rates, and a potentially weakening economy, it’s no surprise that saving money is a top priority in the new year. Saving and budgeting are always great ideas and in order to help you reach your financial goals, here...

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Credit Card Safety 101 If you’re one of the people who prefer paying via card transactions, credit card safety should be one of your top priorities. Yes, carrying a credit card mostly eliminates our need to bring cash with us, but this does not mean that theft is no...

Use caution, scammers are working hard coming into the holiday season. We've been made aware of fraudulent text messages, saying your debit card is locked.  Most of these are scams, if it is Shazam contacting you, they just ask YES or NO for transactions. Do not give...

Raising Financially Literate Individuals: Budgeting Tips for Teens Financial literacy is not just for adults; it is for everyone, regardless of age. If you have income then you are ready to create a budget. While your teen’s income may not be a stable source yet, it...

The Basics of Compound Interest The term compound interest refers to returns earned on top of interest. Thanks to the miracle of compound interest, the growth of your savings account balance can accelerate gradually as you earn profits on increasing amounts of money....

If you’re planning to purchase a home, you’ll likely take out a mortgage loan to finance it. Before you go to a lender, it’s important to know what information they will require to assess your financial situation and approve your application. Institutions do this to...