Archive for 'Family Finances'
Finance Tips in Latest FDIC Consumer Newsletter
Posted on 25. Feb, 2011 by Adam Weight.
The latest issue of FDIC Consumer News offers consumer tips on organizing and simplifying finances to save time, reduce stress and save money on fees. The newsletter also covers small-business lending, new Internet frauds and unlimited insurance for non-interest-bearing transaction accounts.
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Adding Value to Your Home
Posted on 14. Jun, 2010 by Adam Weight.
I recently took on a few projects to add value to my home—some remodeling in my basement and a kitchen facelift. These were big projects that took time, hard work, and money. I learned a few things in the process that I wish I’d have known sooner.
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Banks That Put You First
Posted on 27. Apr, 2010 by Jeremy Gray.
It’s no surprise that personalized quality customer service is regularly found in locally-focused, safe, and reliable community banks. And it’s also not a coincidence that large financial institutions are scrambling to copy the smaller competition.
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Is Banking Just a Chore?
Posted on 15. Apr, 2010 by Adam Weight.
Today I learned there are studies that show people view banking as a chore. The remarkable thing about this statement is not that people view banking as a chore, but that studies are actually being conducted to point out the rather obvious.
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The Myth of the Deaf Banker
Posted on 08. Mar, 2010 by Adam Weight.
Perhaps it’s due to all of the noise and chaos in the market today. Maybe it’s because of the “stuffy” stereotype assigned to bankers. But whatever the cause, I’m here to tell you that not all bankers are deaf.
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Banking is Changing (part 2 of a 2-part series)
Posted on 18. Feb, 2010 by Adam Weight.
The winners in 2010 and beyond (and the banks you should be looking to do business with) will no longer be determined by their products or services, but rather by how well they deliver on their promises and by their willingness to give back to the people and communities they serve.
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Safe Shopping Tips for the Holiday Season
Posted on 07. Dec, 2009 by Adam Weight.
The holiday shopping season is a peak time for identity theft. Here are some tips that will help you stay on high alert and reducue the risk of becoming a victim.
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