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Jan 31,   2022

How to Create a Simple Budget

If you’re like most people, you work hard for your money. You need much of that income to meet your obligations – housing, food, transportation, insurance, etc.

Staying Safe When Shopping or Banking Online
Dec 08,   2021

Staying Safe When Shopping or Banking Online

Banking and shopping online are modern conveniences we’ve come to rely on to make our lives easier and more efficient. We use our phones,..

Are HELOCs a Good Idea?
Sep 10,   2021

Are HELOCs a Good Idea?

Tapping into your home equity is a very convenient way to obtain a loan that can be used for many different things, like a home renovation project or to help fund college expenses...

Aug 26,   2021

Secured vs. Unsecured Loans: What's the Difference?

Most of us need a little financial help at one time or another. Maybe you have a large, unanticipated expense like a home or car repair. Perhaps it's an unforeseen medical bill. Or, maybe you are...

4 Ways To Get The Best HELOC Rate
Aug 13,   2021

4 Ways To Get The Best HELOC Rate

Home equity lines of credit can be a good fit in certain situations. If they are something you’re considering, you want to go about it intelligently. If you have a combined loan-to-value (CLTV) ratio of under 90%,...

What Does APR for a Credit Card Mean?
Jul 15,   2021

What Does APR for a Credit Card Mean?

When you’re shopping for a credit card, you’ll hear the term APR over and over. But what exactly does credit card APR mean? Understanding credit card APR is important because it will help you find the best credit card interest rate...

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