Articles about credit and credit cards
How to find the right credit card
Credit cards have pros, cons and various key features.
What is a good credit score?
Do you know your credit score and why it’s an important number? Do you know how to get a credit report and score? There is a lot to know. Let’s dig in and learn about it all.
Basic financial terms glossary
Whether you are considering ways to build your credit, invest or plan for retirement, understanding financial terms can help educate you in your next step.
Articles about loans
Should you refinance student loans?
Student loan debt isn't uncommon, but there are ways to lighten your load. Here's what to know about student loan consolidation.
Calculate how long to pay off a Home Equity Line of Credit
You can also use different loan amounts or monthly payments to see how quickly the loan could be paid.
What to know about co-signing a loan
Co-signing a loan for a family member or friend can have potential risks and consequences. Learn more before making this big financial decision.
Articles about deposit accounts
Four kinds of savings and other important savings account information
Learn more about savings accounts and how they work. We share four different kinds of savings to help you decide which one may help with your financial goals.
What is a checking account and how to use it
Learn the basics about how to write and cash checks, locate the bank routing number and more.
What is a money market account?
Read some information about benefits, strategies and items to note for money market savings accounts.
Articles about online security
Is online banking safe? Yes — but there are some best practices
Paying attention to a few details can go a long way toward boosting your online banking security.
Pros and cons of automatic payments
Before deciding if AutoPay is right for you, weigh the pros and cons of automatic payments to help determine if they fit your budget strategy.
Credit card, debit card & ATM security tips to help prevent card fraud
Learn about credit card fraud and how to help protect yourself with common security precautions.
Articles about budgeting
Budget breakdown
You can have a budget — and still live the life you want to live. Budgeting is a simple and reliable resource for shedding unwanted debt, reaching financial goals, living a healthier financial lifestyle and maintaining true financial wellness.
Build an emergency fund
Having extra cash in an emergency fund comes in handy when life throws you something unexpected.
How to get out of debt
Learn about debt management from reduction strategies to credit card debt consolidation programs to help find the right option for you.
Banking tips for kids and teens
Teaching kids to save money
Help children set goals for their money to set up a lifetime of good financial habits.
Money management for teens
Lessons on money management for teens before they head to college, including how to create a budget, strategies for saving money and ways to use credit responsibly.
School bus safety tips
Whether it's back to school time or later during the school year, here are some tips about school bus safety rules for children, parents and school bus drivers.
Calculators
To consolidate debt, first calculate the loan you need
It's easier to conquer debt when you streamline multiple payments into one place.
Calculate your possible line of credit
Enter your home value and mortgage amount to see what your line of credit could be.
Calculate how long to pay off a Home Equity Line of Credit
You can also use different loan amounts or monthly payments to see how quickly the loan could be paid.
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