We will be closed Monday, October 14th in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. We will resume our normal hours on Tuesday, October 15th.
We will be closed Monday, October 14th in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. We will resume our normal hours on Tuesday, October 15th.

Will refinancing my student loans lower my payments?

Will Refinancing My Student Loans Lower My Payments? If you’ve done research to try to lower your monthly student loan payments, you’ve undoubtedly come across the option to refinance them. It may sound like a complicated process, but don’t be intimidated; it’s much simpler than you might think and can potentially save you a [...]

Use Credit Cards Wisely and Preserve Your Credit

Let’s face itâ€Ĥwhile credit cards are a great way to build your credit, they can get you into trouble if you’re not careful.  With so many people taking advantage of the ease of online shopping these days, overspending can happen fast and before you know it, you’re up to your ears in debt. Taking [...]

Your Guide to Estate Planning

Your Guide to Estate Planning: Peace of Mind for You & Your Family Your life is a remarkable journey filled with unforgettable moments that define who you are as a person. Amidst the countless shared experiences with friends and family, it’s easy to focus on the here and now. But there’s a chapter of [...]

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Banking as a Family Teaches Valuable Life Lessons

In today’s rapidly changing economic landscape, financial education for families has become more important than ever. Teaching children the basic principles of responsible money management will be crucial in setting them up for future success and financial well-being. One effective way to teach these valuable lessons from an early age banking as a family. The [...]

Spring Clean Your Credit Score!

Your credit score is a number you need to know. This score is a numerical representation of your ability to pay your bills and maintain good credit use. Lenders of all types, some employers, insurance companies, and others use this score to determine how trustworthy and reliable you are. It pays to do your best [...]

How to Use Your Tax Refund to Build Credit

It’s no secret that having a great credit score is beneficial. It makes being approved for loans easier, gets you a lower interest rate, and means you pay less interest overall. But, the benefits of good credit go far beyond just loans. For example, some employers will check your credit score before hiring you. [...]

Scams to Watch For During the Holidays

The holiday season presents a prime opportunity for identity thieves to steal personal financial information. Why? Because people are busy, they're shopping a lot, and it's a prime opportunity to prey on that. According to the IRS, besides stealing money, criminals can even use your stolen information to file fraudulent tax returns. Typically, scammers [...]

Advice on a Lease Buyout with Rising Rates

The Fed raised interest rates again at the beginning of November, which means loan rates will increase along with it. While you might be earning more on your savings account, you'll also pay more when you borrow money. So, if you're planning to buy a car or do a lease buyout in the next 90 [...]

Typosquatting: The Newest Scam

What is Typosquatting? The newest cybercrime to watch out for is typosquatting. It's also called URL hijacking. It's when hackers buy domain names that are just slightly misspelled from their real counterparts. Fraudsters build a completely fake website under the domain name they bought, tricking unsuspecting visitors into giving up sensitive information. Visitors end up [...]

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