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Banking
Here's When You Should Write a Personal Check
Sometimes, writing out a check is the best way to go.
Depending on the circumstances, personal checks can offer advantages over digital methods.
Banking
How Mergers Can Drive a Better Banking Experience
Worried that your regular banking routine could be impacted by a merger or acquisition? Here's what to know.
With a merger or acquisition, a bank can expand its digital capabilities without having to build them from the ground up.
Banking
Are You Prepared for Rising Inflation Rates?
Here's how rising prices can affect your finances.
The effects of inflation can be far-reaching, and you may feel their impact whenever you shop, pay bills or borrow money.
Banking
What's the Best Way to Send Money Online?
Learn the best methods for sending money digitally in different situations.
Given how much of life takes place in the digital sphere, it's worth knowing how to transfer money from one bank to another online.
Credit
Should You Use Debit or Credit?
Debit and credit cards each have their advantages. Learn when it's smart to use debit versus credit.
Many credit cards come with travel protections like insurance that covers stolen phones, flight delays or other situations that can arise on a trip.
Banking
3 Tools for Better Money Management
These checking account features can help you gain more control over your finances.
With digital banking, you can see where every dollar is going, understand your spending patterns and use this information to better manage your money.
Debt
What Should You Do if Interest Rates Rise?
From locking in low rates to navigating the markets, it helps to get advice on rising interest rates.
If you’re worried about rising rates impacting your investments or 401(k), consider the fact that rising interest rates are often a sign of an expanding economy.
Banking
Comparing Popular P2P Payment Apps
Venmo, PayPal and Cash App are popular apps for peer-to-peer payments. Learn more about how these P2P apps work.
Apps like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App have attracted millions of users over the last decade.
Security
Are Digital Wallets a Secure Way to Pay?
If you use a mobile device, a digital wallet can make purchasing more convenient.
A digital wallet carries digital versions of your payment methods in a wallet app on your phone or computer.
Security
Are Contactless Payments Really Secure?
Now that most new credit cards let you tap to pay, it's a good time to learn how contactless works.
Contactless payments eliminate the need to sign a paper receipt or enter a PIN.
Banking
Choosing a Bank That Shares Your Values
The right bank for you is one you feel comfortable building a relationship with.
When researching a bank, it's important to consider both short-term and long-term goals.
Banking
How the Banking System Works
The banking system helps us keep up with the full range of our financial needs.
These days, more and more banks offer extensive digital services.
Banking
Switching Banks During a Merger
Banks work hard to ensure the transition is painless for their customers.
You may even reap benefits from the switch.
Banking
How to Switch Banks
Your complete guide to switching to a new bank.
Everything you need to make the change while putting you and your family first.
Banking
How a Community Bank Can Benefit You
Working with a community bank is a win for your personal financial needs and your community.
Personal, attentive customer service is one of the hallmarks of community banking.
Family
Choosing a Bank for Your Family
Financial needs may change as your family grows.
Pick a bank that can grow with your family.
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