Personal Banking

When is a checking account more than a checking account? It’s not a riddle or the start of a joke—it’s an opportunity for you to get more out of your banking relationship. Your checking account is more than a utility that helps you pay bills, it can …

Many older adults who are financially established give financial help to relatives. For example, they may help by cosigning a loan, educating younger relatives concerning money matters, or saving for a grandchild’s college expenses. A desire to help …

To increase the public’s awareness of deposit insurance and how it can protect people’s money in the event of a bank’s failure, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) recently launched a national campaign, “Know Your Risk. Protect Your …

Whether you are buying a new home, refinancing your existing home loan, or selling your home, it is important to understand how an appraisal is used to assess the value of the property. A lender uses an appraisal not only to assess the value of the …

Knowing how to budget is a critical step of your journey to financial wellbeing. A budget can help you understand where your money is going and direct it where you want. Here are tips to help you start or revisit your budget. 1. Find Your Why What …

Once you have submitted your federal tax return and know you have a refund owed to you by the IRS, below are a few tips to ensure that your money arrives as safely and quickly as possible. Additionally, this is always a great opportunity to consider …