It’s hard to go online these days without hearing the word “side hustle.” Cost of living is on the rise, student debt has reached $1.3 trillion, and more millennials are ditching their 9-5 job. Side hustles offer an easy way to boost your bottom line without committing to a full-time gig. They also offer an […]
Across the United States, grocery stores have empty shelves as Americans stock up on supplies and food in response to the global pandemic. A recent study showed that money spent on these items has increased by 88% from before the virus began to seriously impact our country, going from $335.65 to $631.06. Whether it’s toilet paper or […]
Your credit score plays an important role in many aspects of your life, from the rate you get on a loan to passing a background check for your dream job. Having bad credit scoring can keep you from achieving your goals. Luckily, improving your credit score isn’t a mystery; it is a simple process that […]
It’s easy to put off saving for retirement, right? I mean, who knows how much you’ll actually need? It’s so far away, and you have bills to pay today… But the reality is the best way to hit your retirement goal is to start early. “According to a report from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI), the mean retirement […]
While a community financial institution sounds like a fancy term for a local bank, a community financial institution can be defined by its size, its mission and its geographic location – an not only in our towns. The key word tying financial services to our towns is community. On a mission of sustainable banking A community […]
