How Shopping on Small Business Saturday Helps The Local Economy



First established to encourage consumers to shop locally during the holiday season, Small Business Saturday has become an annual event taking place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Here are some ways you can support small businesses during the holiday season.

Credit Cards 101



There are many reasons to have a credit card, but the main benefits include convenience, protection, and the ability to build credit. Having an understanding of how credit cards work will help you choose the right cards and manage them well. Read on to learn about what credit cards are, and how they can help you when used responsibly.

Fraud Prevention Series: Avoiding Holiday Shopping Scams



With the holidays approaching, ‘tis the season for scams as cyber thieves look for ways to exploit consumers’ holiday shopping and donating habits. To keep your finances safe, here are some tips to avoiding holiday scams.