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SCAM ALERT: QR Code Edition

QR codes have climbed in popularity with the help of the COVID Pandemic. These handy little codes are a hands-free way to do a multitude of tasks. More and more restaurants have QR codes that bring you to their menu,

In the World of Mules There Are No Rules

Roll of money on top of block letters that spell out scam

What comes to mind when someone says the word “mule”? For some, it might be a loaded down pack animal a la gold rush era, 1849. Circa 2020’s we have miniature mules, a cute cuddly animal that’s trending as a

Money Mules Scams

If someone sends you money and asks you to send it to someone else, STOP. This could be a “money mule” scam! What is a money mule? Read below to find out more information and ways to avoid money mule

5 Tips For Making a Financial New Year’s Resolution

Can you believe 2018 is over?! We can’t either! Whether you’re ready or not, it is time to start preparing for the new year. That means it’s time to start thinking about your New Year’s Resolution! While you may be

Your Guide to Financial Planning – Step 2

So you have a jar full of cash!! You have successfully established an emergency fund, and you’re feeling pretty good about yourself. No? Check out Savings 101 to learn about the first step to taking control of your finances. Yes?

New Year, New Budget

New year, new you. Right? It you’ve been lacking motivation to start saving, or have fallen behind on your financial goals, now is a great time to turn over a new leaf and start fresh. No matter what your goals

Your Guide to Financial Planning – Step 1

Y-O-L-O!! (But what if that’s a really long time?) We’ve all heard sage advice about saving, and we know what we SHOULD be doing with our money, but for many of us squirreling a little extra away is a great

10 Money Superstitions for Friday the 13th

Happy Friday the 13th (or not so happy, if you believe that this is one of the unluckiest days of the year). Whether it’s “Step on a crack, break your mother’s back,” or “Don’t walk underneath a ladder,” superstitions abound.