Savings accounts are a safe place to keep your money because all deposits made by consumers are guaranteed by the FDIC for bank accounts or the NCUA for credit union accounts. Deposit insurance for savings accounts covers $250,000 per depositor, per institution, and...
What is a debit card? A debit card is a payment method that can be used as an alternative to cash. Most banks and credit unions issue a debit card when you open a checking account. The card is linked to your account and can be used to make purchases. When you use your...
The Key Steps to becoming a Homeowner: O Organize Set a goal to save a certain amount of money each month— then stick to it. W Watch Spending & Savings Prioritize your family’s spending needs so that saving becomes second-nature. N Negotiate Communicate early and...
A FICO score is a three-digit number, typically on a 300-850 range, that tells lenders how likely a consumer is to repay borrowed money based on their credit history. Creditors often use FICO scores in making decisions about whether to approve an application for a...
1. Government Imposter Scams Scammers call claiming to be from the IRS, Social Security, or Medicare. They may say the victim has unpaid taxes and threaten arrest or deportation if they don’t pay up. 2. Sweepstakes and lottery scams: Scammers call an older adult and...
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