With recent global conflicts threatening cybersecurity, it’s more important than ever to keep yourself and your finances protected. In addition to overarching internet fraud, cyberattackers will frequently target online payment systems. Cryptocurrency in particular has been the talk of potential scams and overseas cybercrime.
A midwestern couple walks into a mall. They’re looking to get some exercise so they set their FitBits and 9,000 steps later they’ve dropped $500. If you’re waiting for a punchline, there isn’t one. They left the mall with three ramen bowls, two coats, a pair of Doc Martens, and a bag of Lindt truffles they didn’t need when they got there and still didn’t need when they left.
The entrepreneurial spirit that has taken hold of today’s workforce has led to many people jumping into self-employment, freelancing, and gig work. Unfortunately, being an expert in the products or services you provide does not make you an expert in managing business and personal finances. Many sole proprietorships and individual freelancers are lost when it comes to the related financial matters.
In a bleak economy that has split the “middle class” into three different subclasses, the 18 to 29 age group have more opportunities to go into debt than any generation that came before them. There is a lot of pressure to show success. So much so that more people are living beyond their means more than ever.
There is no doubt that the new year brings with it a sense of renewal, hope for a better life that spurs us toward New Year’s resolutions and annual tasks.
Technology has made depositing a check easier than ever. Gone are the days of driving to the bank and waiting in line just to get your money into your account. With the push of a button, your bank receives a picture of your check and the money appears in your account shortly after. Continue reading
The majority of our banking transactions are now completed digitally, using a credit or debit card or a digital and mobile banking app. Even in today’s environment, you may need to submit a check to complete a sale, and it’s crucial to know the differences between the numerous sorts of checks you’ll come across.
We make it easy to know the key differences between cashier’s checks and personal checks. Keep on reading to find out more! Continue reading
Giving money for Christmas is one way to make sure everyone gets what they want. Handing out cash, however, is not as fun as unwrapping a gift to see what is inside.
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Did you know October is National Economic Education Month? Economic education is important for everyone because we all have to deal with money, and most of us worry about it.
Managing your money is an essential part of financial planning that can set anyone up to have a successful future and meet critical milestones that are necessary to achieve financial security.
