Consult This Employee Termination Checklist to Keep Things Running Smoothly

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Mar 07 05:10:00 PST 2018

Employees leave companies every day to pursue growth opportunities, accommodate personal lives, or experience change. As an employer, you hope employees won’t leave your business, but you know this is wishful thinking. When an employee resigns, you need to know what to do. The average annual overall turnover rate is 19%, according to SHRM. If […]

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LendingTree Takes On Credit Karma with Credit Monitoring Feature

by Tatjana Kulkarni @ Bank Innovation

Thu Mar 22 08:55:40 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE- Online loan marketplace LendingTree is going head to head (again) with credit scoring platform Credit Karma, with the launch of its free credit monitoring service within its My LendingTree platform. Credit Karma has over 75 million users, while My LendingTree platform has about seven million users based on the company’s announcement. With the launch ...Read More

Getting Out of Debt: You Can Do It and Here’s How to Get Started

by Liz Oliver @ LRRCU

Thu Jan 18 03:41:02 PST 2018

Most goals or resolutions that people set for themselves are neglected within a few weeks. It’s likely that this happens because people set far-reaching goals for themselves and then lose momentum when they don’t see results right away. A perfect example of this is the financial goal that many people set for themselves: getting out […]

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BofA Launches SMB Loyalty Program to Help Grow Account Balances

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Tue Mar 27 06:34:15 PDT 2018

Bank of America is opening a loyalty program for its small business clients, with the focus on growing a client’s account balance through the presence of rewards. The program, which was announced by the bank yesterday, will allow SMBs with “an eligible Bank of America business checking account” (as well as a three-month average balance ...Read More

How to Save by Bundling Auto and Home Insurance

by chuber @ Security 1st Bank

Fri Sep 29 10:57:21 PDT 2017

One of the easiest and most common ways to save money on your insurance is by bundling your auto and home insurance with one company.

Bundling [...]

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7 Habits That Will Help You Lead a More Successful and Productive Life

by Due.com @ Chime Banking

Tue Mar 13 15:54:24 PDT 2018

Regardless what path in life you’re on, your habits will dictate your success. They can empower you to achieve your goals just as easily as they can derail you. That said it’s just as important to focus on maintaining good habits as it is to rid yourself of the bad ones. In this article we’ll cover […]

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5 Facts About Women and Money for International Women’s Day

by Chelsea Brennan @ Chime Banking

Thu Mar 08 14:46:51 PST 2018

Did you know that only 22% of U.S. women can answer three fundamental finance-related questions correctly? It’s sad but true. While women have made significant strides to close the gender gaps in education, employment, and even wealth, the gap in financial literacy is still glaring. But, in order to even begin bridging this gap, it’s important to understand that […]

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School Mascot Debit Cards

by Sheila Olson @ Security 1st Bank

Wed Sep 27 12:41:57 PDT 2017

Show your school spirit throughout the year with a Security First Bank school mascot debit card!

We are proud to offer school mascot debit cards through [...]

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4 Ways You Can Protect Your Credit Score Over the Holidays

by Sheila Olson @ Security 1st Bank

Wed Sep 27 13:01:36 PDT 2017

Holidays can bring joy and happy memories, but they also can mean problems ahead for your credit score.  Here are four strategies to protect your [...]

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Fluid Film Review & Auto Undercoating Comparison (Krown, NH Oil)

by Bryan Cockfield @ First Quarter Finance

Sun Mar 25 16:00:23 PDT 2018

Automotive undercoating is important to help prevent rust and corrosion, especially in colder climates. Oil-based products like Krown Rust Control, NH Oil Undercoating, and Fluid Film are three popular and effective undercoating brands. “Traditional” undercoating offered by dealerships on new cars isn’t necessarily the same thing and does not prevent rust in the long term. […]

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Santander Wants to Use Ripple for Cross-Border Payments

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Mon Mar 26 05:55:18 PDT 2018

Spain’s Banco Santander is looking to launch an international money transfer app utilizing Ripple’s distributed ledger technology. The bank is exploring cross-border payments via blockchain, Business Insider reported, citing comments made by the CEO of its UK-based banking unit, Nathan Bostock. “This spring, if not one beats us to it, we will be the first ...Read More

The Single Parent’s Guide to Life Insurance

by Barbara Marquand @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 17:39:02 PDT 2018

Even though it might be hard sometimes to picture your young children as independent adults, you hope to live long enough to see that day. Life insurance provides a financial…

Successfully Plan for Holiday Shopping on a Budget [Downloadable Budget Sheet]

by Kara Vincent @ LRRCU

Wed Nov 15 04:02:02 PST 2017

‘Tis the season to be jolly! ‘Tis the season for the gifts, decorations, family, friends, and children on their best behavior. ‘Tis the season for overloaded shopping bags, impulse buying, and credit card bills. Wait! That doesn’t sound as cheery. In 2016, according to a survey conducted by The American Research Group Inc., Americans spent […]

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Lacoste vs Polo Ralph Lauren: Products, Prices, Quality, etc, Compared

by Ashley Derrington @ First Quarter Finance

Sat Mar 24 16:00:34 PDT 2018

Lacoste vs. Polo Ralph Lauren has been an ongoing debate in fashion, especially when it comes to polo shirts. The “better” brand will depend largely on personal preference. Lacoste polos may be more expensive and elusive than Polo Ralph Lauren polos, but both brands come from higher-end clothing collections that offer a wide range of […]

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What Is an FEIN?

by Mike Kappel @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Feb 26 05:10:00 PST 2018

When you run a business, you must meet many IRS requirements. You might need an FEIN to identify your business on documents like payroll tax forms. What does FEIN mean? What is an FEIN? FEIN is an acronym for Federal Employer Identification Number, also known as an EIN. This unique, nine-digit number is used by […]

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4 Financial Resolutions To Start Any Day of the Year [Downloadable Family Budget Worksheet]

by Kara Vincent @ LRRCU

Thu Dec 28 00:09:30 PST 2017

Who says resolutions have to start on New Year’s Day?  Get yourself started whatever day you feel inspired.  Here are few important financial goals that you can begin whether it’s January 1, August 1 or a random Tuesday in November. #1: Look at the Financial Big Picture – Use Our Family Budget Worksheet You feel […]

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Salesforce Enhances Open Banking Capabilities with Mulesoft Deal

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Wed Mar 21 09:08:04 PDT 2018

The acquisition of software provider Mulesoft by financial technology provider Salesforce may go a long way towards opening the banking ecosystem in the United States, as Salesforce integrates the former’s API capabilities into its platform. The acquisition, with a potential $6.5 billion value, will give Salesforce the ability to use Mulesoft’s API integration engine, which will ...Read More

What Kind of Data Do Credit Monitoring Services Use to Make Customer Recommendations?

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Fri Mar 23 07:51:47 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE— How do credit recommendations really work? As services such as Credit Karma, one of the larger credit monitors, increasingly turn to artificial intelligence and machine learning to manage customer recommendations, it’s worth considering what data those AI engines are using to pitch loans, credit cards, or other services to their customers (especially as consumers ...Read More

Does Life Insurance Cover Suicide?

by Barbara Marquand @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 16:09:10 PDT 2018

Along with the profound and painful questions that follow the loss of a loved one from suicide, there are practical and financial issues to address, too. If the loved one…

How to Save Money When You Get a Windfall of Cash

by Jackie Lam @ Chime Banking

Mon Mar 19 16:02:11 PDT 2018

Ah, there’s nothing quite like receiving a windfall of money. It may come by way of an unexpected inheritance, a work bonus or a job promotion. And depending on how you spend it, that sweet bit of extra cash may leave you feeling either relaxed or stressed out. While it’s tempting to spend it immediately, […]

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Citi Wants to Be Everyone’s Mobile Banker [VIDEO]

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Mon Mar 26 08:13:31 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE— Citibank is preparing the rollout of its new digital strategy, beginning with upgrades to the bank’s iPhone mobile app, due in the coming few weeks, the bank announced today. (It's difficult to be precise about when iOS apps will appear in the app store, due to Apple's app review process, which can confound even ...Read More

3 Money Lessons We Can Learn From ‘Roseanne’

by Courtney Jespersen @ NerdWallet

Sun Mar 25 18:00:27 PDT 2018

On March 27, the Conner family is coming back to prime time, thanks to the revival of ABC’s “Roseanne.” The popular sitcom starring Roseanne Barr and John Goodman as husband…

The Problem with Overdraft Fees

by Paul Sisolak @ Chime Banking

Tue Mar 20 02:52:00 PDT 2018

“Overdraft” is not a word we like to hear. Why? It generally means you’ll be dinged with a fee you don’t want to pay. To clarify, an overdraft fee occurs when you don’t have enough money in your bank account to pay for a purchase. When this happens, your bank will pay for the transaction […]

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Trailer Financing for Bad Credit (or No Credit) Borrowers

by Katie Spence @ First Quarter Finance

Mon Mar 26 16:00:15 PDT 2018

Do you need a trailer but have bad credit and no cash? Here are six lenders who can help, regardless of your credit history: Capital Solutions, RockSolid Funding, RV Financing USA, Trailer Solutions Financial, BecksTrailerStore.com, and Worldwide Equipment Sales. Be sure to ask about associated fees and consider trailer insurance if you will be using […]

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How to Shop for Used Clothes — and Why You Should

by Laura McMullen @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 20:00:39 PDT 2018

Buying used clothes at thrift stores may seem like a smart way to slash your spending — and it is. You ought to get gold stars and stickers for spending…

Revolut Designed a Virtual Card to Prevent Fraud, By Renewing User Details With Each Payment

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Thu Mar 22 06:59:54 PDT 2018

UK-based fintech Revolut’s newest product is a “disposable” virtual card, a product that was designed with fraud protection in mind, the fintech announced today. The card, which sits inside Revolut’s mobile app, wipes a user’s details and resets them after every payment. The startup, which has applied for a European banking license, currently has about ...Read More

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

by Lindsey Rickman @ Farmers & Merchants Bank

Wed Sep 07 08:01:37 PDT 2016

Childhood Cancer is the #1 disease killer of children. More than asthma, cystic fibrosis, diabetes & pediatric AIDS – COMBINED! 46 children and adolescents are diagnosed every single week day 1 in every 330 children develop cancer before age 19 – it is NOT rare. 1 in every 5 children diagnosed with cancer dies. The […]

5 Creative Habits That Will Keep Your Finances On Track

by Ben Luthi @ Chime Banking

Tue Mar 27 13:29:00 PDT 2018

Improving your financial situation may seem as easy as saving more money and decreasing your expenses. But here’s the thing: if you want to see long-term improvements, you’ve got to first establish some good financial habits. This will help you both get on the right track and achieve your money goals. Financial habits are really […]

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How To Use FMB’s Mobile Deposit

by Lindsey Rickman @ Farmers & Merchants Bank

Thu Feb 01 01:00:43 PST 2018

The Equifax Hack Was Worse Than Expected. What to Do Next

by Jeanine Skowronski @ Chime Banking

Thu Mar 15 15:59:14 PDT 2018

Looks like that worst-ever Equifax data breach was … actually worse. In late 2017, the credit reporting agency divulged a systems breach exposed the personal information of 145.5 millions Americans, including names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, dispute documents, as well as some credit card account and driver’s license numbers. But the hackers also obtained […]

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Collateral Loans & Hard Money Loans for Bad Credit: List of Providers

by Ellen Seltz @ First Quarter Finance

Wed Mar 21 16:00:54 PDT 2018

Finding a hard money lender for an investment property or home takes care. Included in this article is a safe borrowing checklist to help you think through the process and vet potential lenders. We also have the list of nationwide hard money lenders that will work with poor credit, including Allrise Financial Group, Do Hard […]

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How To Be Financially Smart At Any Age

by Kara Vincent @ LRRCU

Thu Aug 31 08:18:27 PDT 2017

  As you go through the stages of life what it means to be “financially smart” will change. A smart financial move when you’re approaching your 40s is not the same as a smart financial move for a 19-year-old in college. At 40, there are more things to consider when making decisions about your money, […]

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Card Acceptance as Payment Method to Reach All-Time High by 2022

by Tatjana Kulkarni @ Bank Innovation

Wed Mar 21 09:10:17 PDT 2018

True, mobile payments are becoming increasingly popular as a form of P2C payment methods, but make no mistake - cards are not going anywhere anytime soon. At least, that’s according to RBR’s latest report. According to RBR’s Global Payment Cards Data and Forecasts to 2022, report, the number of card-accepting merchant outlets rose by 7 million ...Read More

Do You Know About the 2017 Tax Filing Extension?

by Liz Oliver @ LRRCU

Thu Mar 15 02:14:14 PDT 2018

The date April 15 is probably as quickly recognizable to most Americans as July 4 or December 25. Traditionally recognized as Tax Day, it’s the deadline for filing your previous year’s tax return.  With one month to go, you may be feeling the pressure and scrambling to get the task completed in the remaining days.  But […]

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How to Turn a Tax Refund Into a Fatter Paycheck

by Tina Orem @ NerdWallet

Fri Mar 23 12:34:45 PDT 2018

Getting a tax refund may seem great, but tax pros say it’s also a sign two things could be happening: You may not be doing enough tax planning, and you…

Will Cash Be Gone by 2020?

by Tatjana Kulkarni @ Bank Innovation

Mon Mar 26 09:15:46 PDT 2018

Cash is on its way out. Yes, we’re aware this notion has been part of the dialogue ever since the advent of digital payments. But how quickly will cash be replaced as its use is reduced? That’s unclear. Most people look at 2020 as year when there will be a significant shift. And then there’s ...Read More

Important Information About Banking Changes at FMB

by Lindsey Rickman @ Farmers & Merchants Bank

Mon Mar 06 06:02:41 PST 2017

Powwows Display Beauty, Artistry of Native American Culture

by chuber @ Security 1st Bank

Fri Sep 29 11:02:42 PDT 2017

A powwow (wacipi) is a social gathering held by many different Native American communities. The word is derived from the Narragansett word powwaw, meaning “spiritual [...]

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Discount Tire vs Costco, Tire Rack, NBT, etc: Competitors Compared

by Kathrina Bognot @ First Quarter Finance

Tue Mar 27 16:00:56 PDT 2018

Discount Tire may be the largest independent tire retailer but it’s certainly not the only one. We have the list of tire retailers, including: Big O Tires, Costco Tires, NTB, Pep Boys, Sears Auto Center, Tire Discounters, and Walmart Auto Care Center. We break down the brands and services offered as well as a general […]

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Did a Tax Pro Botch Your Return? Here’s What to Do

by Tina Orem @ NerdWallet

Fri Mar 23 06:53:52 PDT 2018

To err is human, but to err on your tax return is a total dumpster fire. If you did your own taxes, of course, you may have only yourself to…

NatWest Lauches ClearSpend app for Commerical Clients

by Tatjana Kulkarni @ Bank Innovation

Fri Mar 23 07:58:44 PDT 2018

NatWest Bank, the fully-owned subsidiary of RBS, today has rolled out its mobile app that allows its business clients to monitor card transactions in real-time. The app is ClearSpend app and was created in partnership with Silicon Valley fintech, SpendLabs. ClearSpend will let entire NatWest Commercial Cards network clients link to the card processor, enabling ...Read More

Correcting Employment Taxes: What to Do If You Withhold the Wrong Amount

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Feb 28 05:10:52 PST 2018

It’s easy to make mistakes, especially when you have a million and one things on your plate. One error you could make is deducting the wrong amount from employee wages. Correcting employment taxes is necessary if you withhold too much or too little from your employees’ paychecks. This article provides an overview of employment taxes […]

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Motive Partners Launches Innovation Lab in London

by Tatjana Kulkarni @ Bank Innovation

Wed Mar 21 08:40:10 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE – The members-only innovation lab, Motive Partners, opened a center in London today. The lab is build to work with startups that can help banks solve their pain points, which more often than not center around personalization and efficiency, according to Alberto Corvo, founding partner at Motive. The lab will be based in Canary ...Read More

More Startups Should Launch in Bank Niches like Subprime Lending, Says TrueAccord CEO Ohad Samet [VIDEO]

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Tue Mar 27 09:52:43 PDT 2018

More startups should launch in the “niche” areas of banking that incumbent institutions have started avoiding, Ohad Samet, co-founder and chief executive officer for TrueAccord, told attendees of the 2018 Bank Innovation conference. “It’s actually not very common for a startup to be started in subprime lending, debt collection—those areas that frankly require a lot ...Read More

New, Updated Security First Bank Website Coming Soon!

by chuber @ Security 1st Bank

Mon Mar 26 08:14:19 PDT 2018

We’ve been hard at work enhancing your experience on security1stbank.com, and we’re pleased to finally share it with you starting on Friday, March 30!  The [...]

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What You Need to Know About a Qualifying Life Event

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 12 05:10:40 PDT 2018

Employees have a window of time each year to sign up for certain types of employer-sponsored insurance. Although this open enrollment period takes place at the end of each year for all employees, an employee can add or remove coverage at any time of the year if they have a qualifying life event. What is […]

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Google Assistant Now Allows Users to Pay and Request IOUs

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Fri Mar 23 06:25:13 PDT 2018

Google Assistant is now letting its users pay or request ‘IOUs’ from friends via Google Pay, further interconnecting the mobile payments service with its other products. Users will also be able to send money from its voice-activated speaker Google Home in the coming months, the company said in a blog post published yesterday. In the ...Read More

Safe Online Banking: For You & Your Money

by Kara Vincent @ LRRCU

Mon Mar 26 13:44:22 PDT 2018

From 24/7 account access to quick and easy bill paying, online banking offers members a convenient way to handle their finances. However, the rise of technology also brings an increase in potential hackers, scams, and fraud cases. Whether you’re looking to shield your small business or family’s finances, there are many strategies to stay vigilant […]

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Attention Online Banking Customers

by Lindsey Rickman @ Farmers & Merchants Bank

Tue Apr 11 13:42:33 PDT 2017

On May 1, 2017, Farmers and Merchants Bank will be rolling out an entirely new internet banking experience. We have rebuilt our internet services from the ground up and added several new features such as new and improved Bill Payment, eStatements, Mobile Banking, and Mobile Deposits.  As an existing internet banking user, you will be […]

How to Prepare for an Interview When You’re Self-Employed

by Due.com @ Chime Banking

Tue Mar 27 13:03:23 PDT 2018

There are many myths about self-employment that people may start to mistake for fact. Working for yourself can be a great thing, but it doesn’t always mean you’ll be 100% in control of your career and the day-to-day operations. Often times, you’ll still have to work with others and may even have to please clients if you’re […]

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Trust Investors, Not Automation, Raisin Says

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Tue Mar 27 08:03:33 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE— The newest feature brought to customers by German fintech Raisin is the ability to invest in ETF portfolios via the app, something that more and more fintechs have been relying on machine learning and artificial intelligence to achieve. Raisin’s portfolios, however, are aimed at “self-directed investors” — i.e., investors who know what they’re doing, ...Read More

Equifax Breach: What you need to know

by chuber @ Security 1st Bank

Thu Sep 14 13:12:56 PDT 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve been hearing about the Equifax breach in the news. What happened?

Equifax, one of the three major credit bureaus, experienced a massive data [...]

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TD Bank Updates Its Commercial Lending Division with NCino Partnership

by Tatjana Kulkarni @ Bank Innovation

Mon Mar 26 09:13:12 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE- TD Bank today has partnered with cloud banking platform nCino, to integrate its corporate and commercial lending divisions with nCino’s Bank Operating System. The partnership allow TD Bank to digitalize the entire consumer lending process from start to finish. Check out how nCino works here. For nCino, TD Bank is its largest bank partner. ...Read More

Money Management in Today’s World

by chuber @ Security 1st Bank

Mon Sep 11 13:00:14 PDT 2017

Remember when it used to take several days for photographs to be developed and printed? Today, we can take, view and distribute photos in seconds. [...]

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What Does Pay Frequency Mean?

by Michele Bossart @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Feb 21 05:10:38 PST 2018

When you have employees, you need to run payroll so they can receive their wages. Before paying employees, you need to decide on a pay frequency. Your industry, the number of employees you have working for you, the type of workers you have, and legal requirements determine your pay frequency. But first, what does pay […]

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FALL CROP INSURANCE REMINDER

by Sheila Olson @ Security 1st Bank

Wed Jul 05 13:06:42 PDT 2017

The fall crop insurance deadline is September 30th

September 30th is the last day to sign up for or change fall crop insurance coverage.  Make sure [...]

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Will the Courts Accept a Jury Duty Excuse Letter If You’re in a Pinch?

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 19 05:10:23 PDT 2018

Sometimes, you or your employees’ personal responsibilities conflict with your business. For many small businesses, if you miss work or lose an employee for an extended period of time, there can be harmful effects on productivity in the workplace. But if you or an employee are called in for jury duty, you might not have […]

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Time Deposits Vs. Money Market

by chuber @ Security 1st Bank

Tue Jan 02 09:43:23 PST 2018

Which is better? It Depends.

Building your savings is an important part of sound money management.  As hard as you work to earn and save, you [...]

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Debit Card Upgrade

by Lindsey Rickman @ Farmers & Merchants Bank

Sat Apr 15 01:30:38 PDT 2017

Debit Card Upgrade A New Farmers & Merchants Bank Debit Card! Farmers & Merchants Bank has partnered with Fiserv to give you a debit card with enhanced security features, additional payment options and exceptional benefits. Why are you replacing my card? Farmers & Merchants Bank is dedicated to providing you with the highest level of […]

This Is Why Research On Behavioral Finance Won the Nobel Prize

by Cat Alford @ Chime Banking

Mon Mar 12 15:50:20 PDT 2018

In October 2017, Richard Thaler got the call he’d been hoping for. After 40 plus years of economics research, he learned he won the Nobel Prize. As an economist, he faced ridicule from his colleagues for his research connecting human behavior to economics. Winning the Nobel Prize for his work in behavioral finance meant that his […]

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How to Save Money on Your Utility Bills

by Melanie Lockert @ Chime Banking

Mon Mar 26 11:21:00 PDT 2018

Do you cringe each month when you get your utility bills? When you see a super high bill, do you wonder what happened? We’ve all been there, and high bills for gas, electricity and cable can certainly put a dent in your bank account. But all is not lost. If you want to keep your […]

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Holiday Shopping Tips for Your Spending Personality

by Kara Vincent @ LRRCU

Mon Nov 20 10:19:45 PST 2017

Although 41% of consumers report starting their holiday shopping in October or even earlier (Wow! Good for you!), an estimated 69% of Americans will shop over the Thanksgiving weekend. Early research from the National Retail Federation shows that the 2017 season will be a big deal, with holiday spending forecasted to be near $680 billion, up almost 4% […]

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Here’s How to Improve Your Credit Score Faster

by Paul Sisolak @ Chime Banking

Thu Mar 08 14:44:08 PST 2018

Good things may come to those who wait, but time isn’t on your side if you’re struggling to raise your credit score quickly. More than 30 percent of Americans have poor credit, and if you’re one of them it can be hard to improve it. Many people aim for a credit-building secured credit card, but it could […]

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This Spring, Clear Mediocre Credit Cards Out of Your Wallet

by Gregory Karp @ NerdWallet

Mon Mar 26 08:00:11 PDT 2018

Spring is a great time to declutter a closet full of clothes, a garage full of boxes and your wallet full of inferior credit cards. The average credit card holder…

April is Community Banking Month

by Lindsey Rickman @ Farmers & Merchants Bank

Sat Mar 24 02:00:48 PDT 2018

Governor Nathan Deal Proclaims April as Community Banking Month April is Community Banking Month and the Community Bankers Association of Georgia and community banks across Georgia are recognizing the unique spirit that makes community banks the foundation of their communities in cities and towns throughout the state. Annually, community bankers across the country have come […]

PFM MoneyLion’s Appeal to Millennials, Gen Z Is Simplicity, Says ‘Godfather of Fintech’

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Tue Mar 27 08:48:36 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE—What’s behind the growth of personal finance management platform MoneyLion? A focus on simplicity and UX design that intimately appeals to younger users such as millennials and Gen Z users, fintech investor Ron Suber told Bank Innovation. Suber, who currently serves as the president emeritus of the Prosper marketplace, just became a strategic advisor to ...Read More

Keep Your Debit Card Safe with SecurLOCK Equip

by chuber @ Security 1st Bank

Tue Jan 02 09:34:49 PST 2018

Lost or stolen debit card? Worried about fraud?

Turn your card off using our newest app, SecurLOCK Equip.

With SecurLOCK Equip, you can control how, when and [...]

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Do You Agree with Square’s CEO That Bitcoin Will Be the World’s Single Currency?

by Grace Noto @ Bank Innovation

Thu Mar 22 08:49:46 PDT 2018

EXCLUSIVE— With cryptocurrencies losing their luster in the public — and the regulatory — eye, some in financial services still remain bullish on the currency even as its value falls. One such CEO is Jack Dorsey, who occupies that chair for both Twitter and Square. The social media/fintech executive made headlines in the crypto world ...Read More

If You Insist on Paying Taxes With a Credit Card, Here’s How

by Tina Orem @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 14:14:34 PDT 2018

Ask any financial expert whether you should pay your tax bill with a credit card, and the answer is almost universally the same: Don’t do it. Credit cards charge far…