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Skills for the AI Era: What Employers Are Looking For

BLOG | CAREER

2 min read | May 2, 2024

Explore key skills for thriving in an AI-driven job market, from technical knowledge to creative thinking. Stay ahead in your career by adapting to the evolving demands of AI-driven workplaces while honing your uniquely human skills.

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What Is the "Gig" Economy?

BLOG | CAREER

1 min read | February 20, 2025

Career choices are big decisions. What happens if you start a new career, and it just isn’t for you? While you consider your options, maybe the flexibility of a job in the gig economy is right for you.

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Budgeting Myths That May Be Holding You Back Financially

BLOG | BUDGETING

2 min read | February 18, 2025

Budgets are an essential tool in meeting your financial goals. Budgets have been said to be too restrictive, too difficult or there is no need for one. But if there is one thing you want control over, it’s your money.

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Responsible Spending: Student Loan Refunds

BLOG | COLLEGE

2 min read | February 13, 2025

You may receive a student loan refund if your total student loan amount is more than the cost of your tuition. This article reviews the options you have if you receive student loan refund money.

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Finances in the Gig Economy: Build Stability in Unpredictability

BLOG | BUDGETING

2 min read | February 11, 2025

Thriving in the gig economy means mastering your skills, diversifying income and planning for financial security. By treating your freelance career like a business, you can achieve long-term growth and success.

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Three Credit Mistakes

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2 min read | February 6, 2025

Building and maintaining a positive credit history is crucial to achieving financial stability. There are many misconceptions about how credit works, and these three common mistakes could end up costing you more money on your loans and credit cards. 

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The Impact of Credit on Job Prospects

BLOG | CREDIT

2 min read | February 4, 2025

Credit is an important part of financial wellness and part of our daily lives because of key areas it impacts such as renting potential and job prospects. This article will discuss how credit can impact job prospects and what you can do to prepare.

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Election Day Scams

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | November 5, 2024

Knowing what information is legit and what is not can be confusing especially as you receive an alarming number of texts or letters by mail related to elections. This article will help you safeguard your information during election season.

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Spooky Scam Statistics

BLOG | FRAUD

4 min read | October 31, 2024

In 2023, there were 2.6 million fraud reports and $10 billion lost to fraud. Read our latest article to learn additional statistics related to fraud and tips to better protect yourself from scams.

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Stress, the Brain, and Finances

BLOG | COLLEGE

2 min read | October 29, 2024

Stress is known to affect our physical health, but it can also impact the way our brain functions, which can lead to impaired decision-making. This article helps readers understand the impact stress can have on finances.

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What’s your Money Cycle?

QUIZ | BUDGETING

Money cycles refer to how someone spends and saves their money. Test your knowledge and determine your money cycle to see if you’re on the road to financial success!

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The Mortgage Preapproval Process

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

4 min read | October 17, 2024

Preparing for mortgage preapproval can be daunting, but we're here to help! In our latest article, learn what documents are necessary to apply so you can begin the homebuying process confidently.

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Media Microtransactions: Budgeting for Small Media Purchases

BLOG | BUDGETING

2 min read | October 3, 2024

Video games and apps can be a fun escape, but the microtransactions associated with them can stealthily strain your budget. Learn how to track their costs, allocate funds wisely, and avoid impulse buying. Stay in control of your digital spending!

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The Mortgage Preapproval Process

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

4 min read | October 17, 2024

Preparing for mortgage preapproval can be daunting, but we're here to help! In our latest article, learn what documents are necessary to apply so you can begin the homebuying process confidently.

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The Future of Credit: Predictions for a New Era of Finances

BLOG | CREDIT

2 min read | October 15, 2024

Explore the digital revolution in credit! From the rise of digital wallets to the decline of cash, discover how technology is reshaping the financial landscape and the role of credit in it.

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5 Terms to Help You Swipe Smarter

BLOG | CREDIT

3 min read | September 26, 2024

Credit cards can get a bad reputation due to consumers not fully understanding how they work. In this article we will break down some terms to help you understand how to master your plastic!

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