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6 Important Things to Know About FAFSA

Financial Education Personal Loans

Submitting a FAFSA is the most important action you can take if you want financial aid.

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Don’t Let Home Improvement Scams Wreck Your Budget

Financial Education Home Loans Personal Loans Fraud and Security

Planning some home improvements? There are reliable contractors out there who will do a good job, but there are also scammers. Learn how to spot a crooked contractor and protect your home – and your wallet.

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How to Outsmart Smishing Scammers and Keep Your Phone Secure

Financial Education Fraud and Security

Meta Description Excerpt Don’t let scammers phish you via text! Learn how to spot smishing scams and protect yourself from these mobile threats.

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Spoofing Scams Are No Laughing Matter

Financial Education Fraud and Security

Posing as a legitimate business or organization, online scammers try to trick you into giving them your personal information. Learn how to spot spoofing scams and how to protect yourself.

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Show Home Loan Scammers the Door

Home Loans Personal Loans Fraud and Security

Owning a home can be a dream come true. Don’t let scammers and predatory lenders turn it into a nightmare. Learn how to spot a home loan scam and how to protect yourself.

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Starting a 529 Plan: Simple Steps Parents Can Follow

Wealth Management

As a parent, you want to provide your child with the best possible opportunities. But the rising cost of education can be a significant hurdle. A 529 plan offers a powerful savings tool to help you tackle this challenge. In this article, we look at some key steps and considerations involved, including the basics of 529 plans, how to choose the right plan for your needs, and the importance of regular contributions.

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Budgeting for Fun Stuff: Your Next Vacation

Financial Education

Vacations are supposed to be fun but concerns about how much money you’re spending can dampen your spirits. The answers to all of your travel expense questions are in the budgeting process. Read this article to learn about the benefits of budgeting for your next vacation, how research informs the budgeting process and what categories to include in your travel budget

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5 Lessons for Life After College

Financial Education Home Loans Personal Loans

Plan for life after college: Learn how to budget, manage loans, build credit, monitor finances, protect your digital image, and set goals for success.

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7 Free Ways to Support Local Businesses

A lively strip of local shops and cafes helps increase the worth of everyone’s homes. It makes your neighborhood a place where people want to be, and that’s good for property values. In the article we'll dive into 7 free ways to support small businesses in your community.

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