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Frugal Fall Date Night Ideas

The scent of pumpkin spice is in the air, which tells us that fall is right around the corner. This also means it’s time to suggest some budget-friendly fall date night activities.…

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How to Celebrate Halloween on a Budget

With Halloween right around the corner, if you can stick to a budget, you’ll keep your credit card statements from terrifying you at the end of the month.…

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Patty and Bryan's Home Equity Story

Buying your dream home is one of those big life milestones that you save up for and dream about. For our members, Patty and Bryan, their dream home ended up being one that had just a little bit more character than they had originally envisioned. Built in the 1980s, they saw their new home as an investment and wanted to give it a little face-lift so that they could bring it to its full potential. To do so, they knew they were going to need a little bit of help financially, so they turned to us for some assistance.…

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Tailgating on a Budget

Game day doesn’t have to drain your wallet. With a little creativity—like DIY decorations, potluck meals and bulk buys—you can host a legendary tailgate that’s fun, festive and budget-friendly.…

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How to Reduce Food Waste and Save Money

Over the past few years, the number of Americans experiencing food insecurity has increased, and while we've made great strides, food is still wasted by consumers daily.…

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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Taking steps this fall to prepare your home for winter could prevent you from paying extra money and keep your family safe in the cold-weather season.…

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Renovations to Increase Your Home’s Value

Selecting home improvement projects is all about long-term planning. Consider prioritizing upgrades that will add to your home's value in the future when it comes time for you to sell it.…

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How to Set Financial Goals: A Step-by-Step Guide

Turn everyday money decisions into real progress. Follow this simple step-by-step plan to set financial goals and actually hit them.…

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Advantages of Buying vs Renting a Home

Right now, the housing market is hot, but is it the right time to buy or should you consider renting? …

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