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Spring Into Your Financial Goals and Budget
March 28, 2023
Categories: Debt Management, Financial Education, Personal Finances, Save Money
Our financial wellness is extremely important now and for years down the road. Spring into those financial goals you had set for the new year, as well as check in with your budget to continue to have financial success in year 2023! Prepare Your List of Financial Goals If you have created new year’s resolutions, you know it can be extremely hard to stick to them if you don’t implement steps to adequately meet them. If you haven’t already, it Read More
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Transition Your Decor from Winter to Spring
March 21, 2023
Categories: Home Improvement, Save Money
Spring is nearing and that means it is time to start thinking about packing up the last of your winter decor. Transition your wintery decor with fresh spring items. Keep reading for some simple and budget-friendly ways to decorate transitionally for spring. Step 1: Define Your Style Filter The most important step when beginning to refresh your décor after the winter months is figuring out your color palette for the space. Your color palette and decorating Read More
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Start Budgeting for Vacation – What to Keep in Mind
March 14, 2023
Categories: Personal Finances, Save Money, Spending
One of the most important steps to pre-planning a successful vacation is your budget. There are many costs to manage and coordinate when booking a vacation. Keep reading for top tips on beginning your vacation budget now! Step 1: Determine the Destination A big factor in budgeting for vacation is getting an idea of the cost. Some may say you should set your budget in advance, but your destination will be the main determinant for your budget. Depending on where you go can Read More
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2023 Home Renovation and Remodeling Trends
February 27, 2023
Categories: Personal Finances, Save Money
Home renovations and remodels can be a great way to increase your home’s value if you are looking to sell, or simply make your house your dream home. Tailoring your home with these renovations and remodeling trends can help align modern trends and your style preferences. Keep reading to learn the top renovation and remodel trends for 2023 to inspire ideas that may appeal to you. Renovation vs. Remodel? Many do not know the true difference between the Read More
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The Spender’s Guide to Saving Money in 2023
February 6, 2023
Categories: Personal Finances, Save Money
For those who love to spend money or often find it hard to restrain from purchases – this blog is meant for you to start 2023 off with smart saving habits. Spending money is most definitely easier than saving. Here are some tips to rein in on spending as well as save when spending. Keep reading to learn the Spender’s Guide to Saving Money in 2023. Step 1: Automate Your Paychecks Automating your paychecks is an easy way to save your money and hold Read More
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Your Child’s First Savings Account – What to Know
January 27, 2023
Categories: Save Money, Savings
Saving is a skill that will serve you well at any point in your life. It is extremely important to introduce the concept of saving and budgeting to your children early on in life. Opening a savings account will not only help with teaching them this concept but will begin their savings journey. Keep reading to learn about what you need to know when opening your child’s first savings account. At What Age Can My Child Have a Savings Account? A child can generally Read More
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Stay Busy and Under-Budget with These Must-Try Winter Activities
January 13, 2023
Categories: Personal Finances, Save Money
It’s completely common to feel a mixture of emotions after the holidays – exhaustion, boredom, and some eager to kick off new year’s goals. In this blog, we will be sharing some fun things to do in the post-Christmas, winter season to get you energized for the new year! #1 Visit the Museum The winter season is the best time to visit a museum, especially If you are looking for something to do on those cold and rainy days. Museums are a great way to get Read More
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How to Budget Rising Food Prices
January 6, 2023
Categories: Personal Finances, Save Money, Savings, Spending
It is no secret food prices have risen in the past few months. Food is generally at the top of the list for basic human needs, so how do we go about combating these rising food costs? Keep reading for top tips to fight rising food prices this winter. Eat Out Less Dining out is an extremely expensive option if you opt for it to often, especially if you are already budgeting for a full list of groceries. If you think about it, many meals you purchase out can be made for a fraction Read More
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6 Inexpensive Ways to Decorate This Season
November 14, 2022
Categories: Home Improvement, Save Money
Whether you are hosting this holiday season or simply trying to get into the cozy spirit, we’ve got some budget-friendly transitional décor tips to spruce up your home! Less is More Decorating for fall and winter can seem incredibly overwhelming and expensive if you pick out décor for every seasonal transition and holiday. The key is to keep things simple and pick out items that will last you through the new year. If you decorate separately for fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Read More
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Benefits of a Checking Account
November 14, 2022
Categories: Financial Education, Personal Finances, Save Money, Savings
There are so many benefits to having a checking account. Manage your money and day-to-day spending by opening a checking account. Keep reading to learn about the top benefits of owning and operating a checking account! What is a Checking Account? A checking account is a transactional account which is typically used to make everyday transactions convenient. The funds in your checking account can be accessed by check, cash withdrawal, debit card, deposits made at our branches, or remote Read More