Buying your first home may seem like an overwhelming process at first. But if you follow the right tips and strategies, you'll be prepared to make the leap from renting to owning your first home with ease.
Your financial decisions, no matter how big or small, can make a meaningful impact on your community and beyond. Explore how mindful choices in banking, shopping, and giving can help you make a difference.
Don't let the stress of gift shopping and cooking ruin your holidays! By planning and tracking a holiday budget, you can ensure the season is magical for you and your family without breaking away from your financial goals.
While card payments offer convenience and efficiency, businesses must remain vigilant and proactive to ensure that every transaction is secure and legitimate. Learn how to avoid payment hurdles and boost trust, and how accepting credit cards can help your business grow.
Social media platforms have become a popular and convenient way to discover new brands and products. However, an increasing number of scammers are using these platforms to create fake companies and push nonexistent merchandise to consumers.
Bringing home a newborn baby is one of the most joyous moments of your life. Having a budget in place for your new baby can help ease this transition and be prepared for their arrival home and beyond.
There are several steps before you purchase a home or buy your next vehicle. One of the first steps in these processes is to be preapproved for a loan. While a preapproval may seem unnecessary at first, the truth is that it’s a critical step in the loan process which can help make your end goal of buying a home or finding your next car easier.
Certificates are a type of savings account in which you deposit a specific amount of money for a certain amount of time. They are a great option to explore when considering medium or long-term savings goals.
Looking for some activities for you and the family to do this fall in and around Philadelphia? The city and its surrounding suburbs have plenty of fun, family-friendly activities that combine the beauty of the fall season with memories that are sure to be cherished.
When you join a credit union, you join a community. As a member of that community, you get a say as a shared owner of the credit union as well as a host of other benefits, like financial education, events, and discounts!
Your American Heritage account comes with special member prices on tickets, insurance, and more. But did you know about these additional benefits?
One of the key things to consider when planning your finances is timing. How soon you’ll need the money for a goal—whether over a few months or several decades— should shape how you save or invest.
We spend a lot of time on our screens — working, playing, shopping, and, of course, banking. Cybercriminals know this and are constantly crafting new ways to access our sensitive information. In this blog, you'll learn about some common financial scams and other social engineering tactics that cyber bad guys use and how to avoid being scammed.
Did you know there are different types of checking accounts to meet your unique needs and lifestyle? Our six checking accounts each carry their own benefits and are tailored to align with your preferences.
Whether it's your freshman or senior year of college, it's never too early to begin a budget and manage your finances. Following these simple steps now can teach you valuable skills for life and set you up for a successful financial future.
Are you planning for retirement? It may not seem urgent if you're young, but the earlier you start, the better prepared you'll be. Early planning allows you to harness the power of compound interest, where your investments grow exponentially over time.
Do you know the 60/20/20 rule for budgeting? How much you should have in your emergency fund? Or why you should keep your credit card utilization at 30% of your limit? Many Americans are unfamiliar with these financial basics. If you’re new to these rules or just want a quick refresher, read on. In this blog, we’ll give you the tools to build your financial knowledge, from short-term savings to retirement planning.
Whether you’re a parent or not, your last few weeks have likely been surrounded by back-to-school advertisements or thoughts. Read on for some of the expenses you need to consider this fall when sending your children back to elementary and secondary schools, and ways you can prepare to maintain consistent and secure finances and even be rewarded for your purchases.
It’s never too late to improve your financial literacy. You don't have to wait to make a New Year's Resolution or to hit a certain age. Any time is the perfect time to review where you are financially and where you want to be. Here are some actions you can take to improve your financial health.
It’s easy to put off certain financial tasks, whether they be paying a specific bill, creating an emergency fund, or writing a will. The simple truth is that nothing good can come from procrastinating on these items. A late bill incurs interest, and you unfortunately never know when a will or emergency fund will be needed. Read on to learn what should be a part of your financial journey, and the steps you can take to accomplish these tasks.
Families are always seeking affordable activities to enjoy this summer. From Monster Trucks to swimming in Wildwood, here are some activities you can do for you and your kids before the summer is over!