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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 could get declined. And you have to endure the judging…
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Sep 12, 2018 / Money Tips

How a Loan Calculator Can Help You Find the Perfect Home

In the search for the perfect home, everyone has their list of must-haves. From location and home size to neighborhood and number of bedrooms, the perfect home means something different to every buyer. But while one person’s must-haves are another person’s indifference, buying the perfect…
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Sep 04, 2018 / Local Utah

5 College Costs That Will Surprise You

College is one of the most memorable and exciting times of life. At the same time, it’s also one of the most expensive. There’s tuition to pay and a whole host of extra costs and fees that tend to sneak up on unsuspecting students. So,…
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Aug 07, 2018 / Credit

4 Money Saving Ideas for the School Year

Back-to-school season is one of the most expensive times of the year. There are books to buy and tuition to pay. And If you have little ones, back-to-school clothes, backpacks, computers, fees, and supplies don’t come cheap. But with this impending demand for your dollars,…
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Jul 03, 2018 / Money Tips

Talking to Your Teens About Money

Ever since the time you first hefted the car seat into the grocery cart, your kids have been watching you use money. And now that they’re growing up, getting summer jobs, and spending their own money, there’s no better time for your kids to learn…
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Jun 19, 2018 / Money Tips

7 Things You Should Consider Before Opening a Checking Account

It’s nice not to have to carry a bag of coins around to conduct business. But that service shouldn’t be taken lightly. Opening a checking account means starting a relationship with your bank or credit union and the services offered aren’t always equal. Here are…
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May 22, 2018 / Money Tips

5 Things You Need to Do Now for a More Secure Financial Future

Becoming financially secure is a daunting task. It means investing your money wisely and practicing proper savings and spending habits. And, it usually means getting started as early in life as possible. But, even if you’re a little behind in your personal savings goals, it’s…
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May 01, 2018 / Money Tips

How to Find Contentment With What You Have

In 2013, John Moffitt was a professional football player and starting offensive lineman for the Super Bowl-bound Denver Broncos. But after playing just 19 games as a professional athlete, he shocked the world of sports by announcing his retirement and potentially leaving millions of dollars…
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Apr 20, 2018 / Money Tips

6 Tips to Reduce Your Debt

There’s something amazing about climbing a mountain—you work hard to get to the top where you feel an amazing sense of accomplishment, then you get to relax and enjoy an easy trip down the mountain. Getting out of debt is a bit like climbing a…
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Feb 16, 2018 / Money Tips

Your Step-By-Step Guide to Creating a Budget You’ll Actually Use

No one likes to be told what to do, especially when it comes to spending their money. If you’ve tried the familiar cookie-cutter internet budgets before and failed to stay motivated long enough for it to make any difference in your spending habits, you’re probably…
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