Is bank branch expansion dead? Not at Navy Federal, here’s why
Bank branches in the U.S. has been steadily declining for years, but Navy Federal has taken a different approach.
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Feb 24, 2021
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Survey: 24% of adults not comfortable visiting businesses in person even after getting vaccine
Apprehensive consumers could stall a post-pandemic boom that many Americans have been clamoring for.
8 min read Feb 24, 2021 -
Sinking funds: What they are and how they might help you achieve your savings goals
Here’s how these funds can help you achieve your goals.
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Credit card balances continued to fall in Q4
Total credit card balances declined for a third straight quarter in Q4, according to TransUnion’s latest Industry Insights Report.
4 min read Feb 18, 2021 -
How can shopping loan rates affect your credit?
Taking on a new loan can impact your credit both during the application process and after approval. Here’s what you need to know.
4 min read Feb 18, 2021 -
Does insurance cover remote workers during the COVID-19 pandemic?
For a majority of the population, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on their lifestyle. Although the vaccine is being distributed, we still have a long way to go until things return to [...]
5 min read Feb 16, 2021 -
Biden’s tax plan: Watch for these expanded breaks soon and possible hikes later
Biden may want to hold off on raising taxes as the economy recovers — for now.
7 min read Feb 15, 2021 -
5 most and least popular states for Americans who moved during COVID
Texas and Florida added the most new residents. New York and Illinois lost the most.
3 min read Feb 12, 2021 -
Senate backs Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief plan: Here’s what comes next for stimulus checks, unemployment benefits
Legislators will soon get to work on drawing up the next round of coronavirus relief.
4 min read Feb 05, 2021 -
Congressional Democrats push for $50,000 in federal student loan forgiveness
Democrats are calling on Biden to broaden his plans for student loan cancellation.
4 min read Feb 04, 2021 -
How credit mix affects your credit score
When it comes to credit scores, payment history and credit utilization seem to grab the headlines. This is somewhat understandable, since the combination makes up the lion’s share of your FICO score [...]
4 min read Feb 04, 2021 -
College students may be able to collect up to $1,800 in stimulus payments, here’s how
Taking a close look at your tax status will be especially vital if you’re still in school.
5 min read Feb 04, 2021 -
‘To the moon’: How GameStop-boosting stock traders kicked off a shocking Wall Street feeding frenzy
It may come with a classic Hollywood setup, but the GameStop trading story isn’t quite that simple.
9 min read Jan 29, 2021 -
Top tips for starting a successful side hustle from 5 successful side hustlers
With more money comes more opportunities.
3 min read Jan 29, 2021 -
Fed keeps rates near zero as economy struggles to recover from pandemic
For consumers, the pros and faults of today’s low-rate world will prevail for months, if not years, to come.
6 min read Jan 27, 2021 -
The 20 best (and real) work-from-home jobs
These legitimate work-at-home jobs can provide you with a decent income.
7 min read Jan 26, 2021 -
Rental lease agreement: Know what your lease means and how to get out of it
Don’t sign that apartment lease before you see these tips.
7 min read Jan 25, 2021 -
Why are there different types of credit scores?
Both FICO and VantageScore offer different types of credit scores depending on what information lenders are requesting and which credit score model is being used.
5 min read Jan 22, 2021 -
Third stimulus check and COVID-19 rescue plan: How Biden’s first 100 days could impact your money
Carefully managing your finances will be crucial, even if more aid is around the corner.
7 min read Jan 20, 2021 -
Healthy boundaries for families during COVID-19
It’s been hard enough for adults to adjust to a world without a commute to the office, the friendly interaction around the water cooler and the occasional supportive hug or squeeze of the shoulder from [...]
9 min read Jan 20, 2021
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