In the Market for a New Vehicle?
Many of us depend on our cars - for work, errands, shuttling kids, and visiting loved ones. Maybe we love the freedom and convenience cars give us ? but many of us find the car-buying process frustrating because of sales and financing practices.
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Why Safe Deposit Boxes Have an Upper Hand on Home Safe Storage
Did you know that home burglaries are highest during the summer months, but they spike around the holidays, too? In addition, most home burglaries take place during daylight hours while homeowners are away at work! A safe deposit can help protect your valuables.
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Seven Tips for Safer Online Holiday Shopping
The challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic are changing the way holiday shopping will look throughout the country this year. For some, it will remain in person with face masks, hand sanitizer, social distancing and the like. But for a majority of Americans, holiday purchases will be conducted primarily online in order to limit potential exposures to the virus. If you're planning on purchasing the majority of your holiday gifts online this year, here are a few tips to keep your credit cards and your bank accounts safe.
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Ways to Spend Less, Save More in Difficult Times
If you or others in your family are facing difficult times financially, perhaps from a job loss or wage cuts, it is especially important to spend less on nonessential items so you have more money to pay essential bills or to add to a savings account you can tap in an emergency. Here are some strategies.
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Money Market Account or Savings Account: Which is Right for You?
An essential part of creating a stable financial future is being able to set aside savings, whether for a rainy day or for your future. Putting money in a money market account or savings account is a safe, low-risk way to keep your funds liquid. They are both excellent financial tools that put your savings to work while earning interest. However, depending on your financial goals or personal situation, one account could be preferable over the other.
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