by KathrynV | Consumer Info, Financial Literacy
Documentaries can provide us with both education and insight. The best documentaries give us new information that is thought provoking enough to inspire us to change our own habits. If money is something that matters to you then the following documentaries may have a...
by Miranda | Credit Score, Financial Literacy, ID Theft
One day, my sister was surprised to receive a bill for a medical procedure that she had never had. A “friend” of hers had gone to the hospital, and when asked for her information, she had provided my sister’s name, birth date, address and other...
by Miranda | Financial Literacy, Investing
I live in an area that is rather homogeneous. Many people in my town belong to the same religion. Many of my neighbors are in my church congregation. When you have someone who shares something in common with you, it can seem easy to trust. And, while this is very...
by KathrynV | Banking, Financial Literacy, Savings
Online banking is rapidly becoming something that we all do. This has helped online banks to gain a toehold in the financial industry. Online banks differ from general online banking in that they are Internet-only banks that are not necessarily associated with the...
by KathrynV | Financial Literacy
Mobile banking is taking off. If you carry a cell phone and you are interested in finances then it’s only a matter of time before mobile banking is second nature to you. As that happens, there will be five key aspects of your mobile banking experience: mobile...
by Miranda | Credit Score, Financial Literacy
You know that your credit score influences decisions that others make about you regarding your finances. And your credit score is about more than determining whether or not you get a loan, and what interest rate you will receive. These are major considerations, and...
