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Dec 03, 2018 / Money Tips

5 Easy Ways to Save Money This Holiday Season

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and the most expensive one too. If you want to enjoy the holidays this year without paying for them until next year, here are 5 tips to save money on your holiday shopping. 1. Set a Budget The first rule of every holiday spending season is to…

Nov 26, 2018 / Credit

What is the Prime Rate and How Does it Affect Me?

You’ve probably heard of about the prime rate before. But what exactly does it mean and how does it affect you and your interest rates? Here are a few things you should know about the prime rate. What is the Prime Rate? The prime rate…

Nov 16, 2018 / Local Utah

You Buy Local, But Should You Bank Local?

You’ve probably heard all about the benefits of buying local – the economic and environmental advantages are well-documented. But did you know that banking local can be good for you and your community as well? In fact, some of the best banks in Utah are…

Nov 07, 2018 / Money Tips

3 Benefits of a Money Market Account

A savings account should offer three key benefits: security, accessibility, and a good interest rate. But not all savings plans check all three boxes. For example, you could put money under your mattress where it’s readily accessible, but not exactly secure. And it’s certainly not…

Oct 23, 2018 / Home Equity

What’s the Best Way to Use the Equity in Your Home?

Has your mailbox been littered with mailers and market reports about your home value lately? The Utah real estate market is hot, hot, hot, and home values are rocketing up. It’s crazy stuff to see your home value half again—or even double—what you paid. If…

Oct 18, 2018 / Money Tips

Everything You Need to Know About Opening a Money Market Account

Are you ready to get serious about your savings? Maybe you have a big payment coming down the road like tuition, mortgage, rent, or taxes. Or, you just want to set aside some money for the inevitable emergency travel, repair, or medical cost. Whatever your…

Oct 11, 2018 / Local Utah

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Credit Union

There’s a lot to think about when deciding where to put your money. But if local ownership, personalized service and attention, and commitment to community are important to you, there’s a good chance you’ll want to consider a credit union. But which one? With so…

Oct 03, 2018 / Money Tips

Why a Money Market Account Makes Sense

Life is all about compromise. A concession here and a settlement there; you meet in the middle and move forward with a decision. You might not get everything you want, but you’re happy with the end result because that’s how life works, right? The ability…

Sep 26, 2018 / Money Tips

Why Having a Low Overdraft Fee is So Important

We’ve all been there before – that moment at the checkout counter when you swipe your card with one hand and cross your fingers with the other, hoping that you have enough funds to cover the purchase. If you don’t have overdraft protection, the transaction…

Sep 18, 2018 / Mortgages

How Does a Home Refinance Work?

A lot goes into buying a home. You have your list of needs and wants, and even a few things you ultimately decide you can live without. It’s not an exact science for sure, but you do the best you can with what’s available on…