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5 Ways to Stay Organized This Tax Season
Starting off a new year can be hectic, and we can all agree the continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic is an added layer of stress. Now that it's tax season, all of these stressors might make many feel overwhelmed! No need...

Calling All Twenty-somethings
The Age Old Question: When are you truly an adult? Well for some, adulthood hits them right when they graduate high school and they either get a job, go to college, or do a little bit of both. For others, adulthood hits...

DIY or Hire it Out?!
We live in a world where it's trendy to be a DIY-er. Pinterest has made DIY projects look so appealing and fun, but, sometimes, we need to realize our limits. We've all seen those "Pinterest fails," right? There are...

Credit Score, Explained
Your FICO score, a.k.a your credit score, makes a big difference in how lenders see you - and what they'll charge you in interest to borrow money. But what, exactly, goes into calculating that all-important score? Here is...

Beware of Text Message Scams
It seems like bad guys are becoming more and more sophisticated in their attempts to steal money and information. One common scam circulating in recent months is a text message scam. People are receiving a text message...

Opening a Checking Account: Five Things to Know
Using a checking account has many advantages over keeping money in cash. Not all accounts are the same, so before you open an account learn all the details. Here's what you should know when you open one of these accounts:...