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For many of us, our checking account will be our most used financial tool. We’re here to show you how to make your ordinary finances work better for you and find the best interest bank account in the Fox Valley.

You’re going about you day and a text comes in… It’s from USPS and they need to verify some information or your package won’t be delivered. If you ever receive texts like this, DON’T CLICK THAT LINK! Messages like this are called Smishing. Learn how to protect your personal information from Smishing.

With holiday travel and spring vacations just around the corner, we want to provide you with some safety tips to help you keep your money safe. It’s a good idea to carry VISA TravelMoney® Cards or credit cards, and leave your debit and ATM cards at home.

Over time, your valuables change, and so do your options to protect them. Here are a few choices, including safe deposit boxes and home safes, along with suggestions on how to assess each option for your specific needs.

Consumers and small business owners are fortunate to have a variety of retirement savings opportunities available to them — from IRAs and SEPs to 401(k)s and 403(b)s — that can be used to save for retirement and save on some taxes. Determining which retirement savings vehicles may be right for you is especially important as traditional pensions and other employer-funded retirement plans have become increasingly rare.

If you're getting married but your checking accounts are still single, here are some topics to discuss about your finances before merging them as one.

We can all afford to put a little extra away each month for a rainy day or retirement. Saving money doesn’t have to be complicated and should become one of your top priorities. Here are some easy savings tricks to help you get started.

Are you counting down the days to an upcoming vacation? You’re probably very excited for the adventure that awaits you, but don’t let the fun be ruined by someone out to steal your hard-earned money. Protect your money when traveling with these tips:

Whether it’s your first home purchase or your fifth, it will be one of the largest purchases you’ll ever make. The process can be as overwhelming as it is exciting. These tips will help you be proactive and navigate the process.

There are 24 million young adults living at home with their parents. If you had to make the move back home after college, here are some tips to make your new living arrangements easier.

Just because the temps are starting to go up, doesn't mean your spending has to as well. Here are some tips to keep your budget under control.