Credit, Savings, Checking, and Loans Tips
Checking and Savings
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It's Your Money - Access it Easily with a Checking Account
This introduction to checking accounts explains what features to seek and avoid.
Your Savings Account
Want to save but still have access to your cash whenever you need? A savings account might be right for you.
How to Fill Out a Check
Learn how to fill out a check in 6 simple steps.
Banking tips for children
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Teaching Children to Save and Invest
Help children set goals for their money to set up a lifetime of good financial habits.
Get Your Young Kids Saving for College
Teach your kids good financial habits.
Tips for Teaching Kids About Money
Help your children understand credit so they can build healthy financial habits.
Credit tips to help ensure you meet financial goals
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4 Strategies for Credit Card Debt Consolidation and Payoff
Learn more about each strategy to find the right option for you.
Why Your Credit Score is an Important Number
Do you know how you rate? Your credit score impacts loan rates, so get informed.
Monitor Your Credit Report Without Leaving Your Couch
Staying informed about your credit report could stop credit fraud and identity theft.
Banking
Simple Ways to Banking Online More Safely
Dos and don'ts for smoothly navigating the most convenient and popular banking method.
Purchases and Online Security
When buying online, heed these tips and avoid becoming a victim of fraud or theft.
Tips for protect using financial cards and ATMs
Security precautions for using ATM machines and tips for avoiding credit card fraud.
Lose Your Wallet? Identity Theft or Fraud May Follow
Take action when your finances and safety are compromised with a lost wallet.
What is Identity Fraud?
Find out what exactly constitutes identity fraud, and what this all-too-common crime means for you.
Child Identity Theft: A Hidden But Real Danger
Thieves use children's information for credit fraud, so don't let it go undiscovered.
Budgeting tips to help you create and maintain a budget
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Budgeting Tips to Help Find the Best Way That Works for You
There's no one right way to budget, start discovering the process that works best for you.
Money Tips: How to Keep a Holiday Budget
End-of-year discretionary spending can quickly spiral out of control. Here’s a look at common mistakes and tricks to stick to a budget.
Budgeting Tips to Help Find the Best Way That Works for You
There's no one right way to budget, start discovering the process that works best for you.
Tips for selecting loans that fits within financial goals
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What Is Public Service Loan Forgiveness?
If you enter public service, you may qualify to have part of your school loan waived.
What to Know About Co-signing a Loan
Be sure you realize the financial responsibility you're taking on before co-signing a loan.
You Refinanced Your Home. But What About Your Car?
Interest rates are still near historic lows, but those rates also may make it wise to refinance your car loan.
4 Ways to Help Teens Establish Credit
Get your teen off to a good start with their own savings, secured credit card and more.
Money Management for Teens
Give your teens a solid financial foundation by showing these basic budgeting skills.
Tips for managing finances when your kids move home
Help your kids develop smart financial habits while staying mindful of your own finances.
Start Out Strong with 4 Financial Priorities for Young Adults
Focusing on these factors will make a huge difference in preparing for your future.
Tips for Teaching Kids About Money
Help your children understand credit so they can build healthy financial habits.
To Consolidate Debt, First Calculate the Loan You Need
It's easier to conquer debt when you streamline multiple payments into one place.
Calculate how much credit you can get with a line of credit
Enter your home value and mortgage amount to see what line of credit you qualify for.
Calculate How Long it Will Take to Pay off a Line of Credit
You can also determine how much of your loan you can pay off in a given time span.
Calculate Monthly Payments on a Loan and Line of Credit
This online tool offers insight into the monthly amounts that will be due on your loan.
Calculate the Boost to Savings by Giving Up Expenses
Eat out less or wait longer to buy a new car, then invest it and tally up the savings.
Compare Home Equity Tax Savings with This Calculator
Which gives better savings, a home equity loan or line of credit? Find out with this tool.
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