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05/03/2013

Beware of Memorial Day Scams Aimed at Military Personnel

Memorial Day is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in war. But sadly, it has also become a key opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans.

05/03/2013

How to Claim Your Unclaimed Property

Do you have unclaimed property? If so, how would you know? Is it worth it to pay a service to help you identify unclaimed property?

04/05/2013

Top Five Tips for Mobile Banking

In our tech-savvy world, everything is readily accessible and convenient…even banking. Gone are the days of waiting in line at the bank or even waiting for your computer to boot up.

03/08/2013

New Merchant Surcharges on Credit Purchases

Most of us have gotten used to charging purchases, large and small, on a debit or credit card. Just swipe the card and avoid the hassle of carrying cash. Look carefully; you may notice a new fee on your receipt.

02/11/2013

Helpful Tips for Finding a Trustworthy Tax Preparer

Need help filing your taxes but want to make sure the tax preparer is legitimate? Do your research!

01/10/2013

Don’t Let Paperless, E-Receipts Compromise Your Personal Information

Have you ever opted for a paperless, e-receipt? Some retailers and banks have started offering customers the option of receiving receipts from purchases and ATM transactions via email.

01/10/2013

Three Things You Need to Know Before Investing

Investments take risk; sometimes a little, sometimes a lot. But smart investors know that the best way to minimize risk is to educate yourself.

11/02/2012

Sticking to Your Holiday Budget

With the joy of the holidays comes the stress of over spending…and over-spending.

09/07/2012

Protect Yourself from Investment Scams

Before you invest your earnings, it is important to check for scams and verify credibility of the investment firm. Asking questions, research the company, reach out to local investment firms and advisers, talk to other investors. It’s essential to take precaution with all investment opportunities.

08/02/2012

Is Money Tight? Don’t Ignore Your Retirement Plan!

During challenging economic times, it can be tempting to forego contributions to your retirement account. But there can be some pretty tough financial consequences for tapping or ignoring your retirement plan.

06/04/2012

BBB Warns Students To Steer Clear Of Sites, Sales Pitches That Promise To Find Financial Aid

The Better Business Bureau advises students and their parents to be wary of websites, seminars or other schemes that promise to find scholarships, grants or financial aid packages for a fee.

05/30/2012

Tips for Protecting Your Credit at Home

While you may think your personal information is most vulnerable in public areas, such as a cafe or bus stop, there's another place you should be a little wary of: your home. Why? Because even deleting your old files and cleaning your computer's Web history doesn't ensure your personal financial information is protected from online threats. Here are some tips that can help:

01/05/2012

Consumer Fraud Task Force Warns About Pitfalls Of Payday Loans

The Consumer Fraud Task Force is warning consumers about the cost and long-term effects of payday loans.

01/04/2012

New Year’s Resolution: Avoid Holiday Debt by Starting a Christmas Club Today

Now is the time to plan ahead so the 2012 holidays are not overshadowed by looming debt. Starting a Christmas Club account might be the perfect way to get your finances off to the right start this new year.

09/21/2011

Six Tips to Help Reduce the Risk of Identity Theft

While a credit and fraud protection program can be a great asset, consumers should also make sure to take the proper steps to lower their risk of identity theft.