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6 Ways to Stay Ahead of Scams, Fraud, and Identity Theft

Identity theft is on the rise. Follow these protective measures to prevent yourself from becoming the next victim.

Protecting Your Information

Telematics: Rewarding Safe Drivers Through Technology

Using technology, telematics-based insurance is able to set rates based on how you actually drive, not on how you're likely to drive.

Buying a Vehicle Understanding Insurance

Is It Time To Refinance Your Auto Loan?

Did you know you can refinance a vehicle loan? Under the right circumstances, you could enjoy considerable savings by restructuring your loan.

Buying a Vehicle Knowing Your Payment Options

Knowing Your Home Improvement Options

Learn the difference between a home equity loan, HELOC, and refinancing, to determine the best option to reach your home improvement project goals.

Planning Your Future Owning a Home Knowing Your Payment Options

How Solar Panels Can Help You Save on Energy Bills

In part 1 of the Affordable Sustainability series, we lay out the ins and outs of using solar energy to power your home.

Owning a Home Knowing Your Payment Options

10 Financial New Year’s Resolutions

Hard to believe, but the time has come to make your annual New Year’s resolutions. How about getting your “financial house” in order? 

Planning Your Future Forming Money Habits

Have a Plan Before Flooding, Other Disasters Strike

Natural disasters such as flooding are unpredictable. What can be controlled is making sure your home and finances are in order before disasters hit.

Planning Your Future Owning a Home

What To Know About ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’

Choosing a "Buy Now, Pay Later" option at check-out is so easy, it almost seems too good to be true. Learn the pros and cons of using these services. 

Forming Money Habits Knowing Your Payment Options

5 Things to Know About Commercial Loans

Thinking about a commercial loan? There are a few things to ponder before you take your business to the next level, including the importance of working with a local lender.

Planning Your Future

DIY Tips to Make Your Home More Efficient

In part 3 of the Affordable Sustainability series, discover simple ways to make your home more efficient. You might be spending hundreds more in energy each year than needed.

Owning a Home