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How to Choose the Right Business Checking Account for Your Company

Learn How to Choose the Right Business Checking Account With Tips on Features, Fees, and How to Open One Online for Your Company’s Needs. Continue reading
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Sound Credit Union Helping Fight Food Injustice

Sound Credit Union raised more than $18,000 to help fight food insecurity in Washington state. Continue reading

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3 Healthy Financial Habits to Start Now

The idea behind a budget is not to limit what you do with your money, but more importantly, to maximize the money you work hard for each and every day. Continue reading

Save Money With High-Yield Checking & Savings Accounts

Save Money With High-Yield Checking & Savings Accounts

Whether you are stashing away money for a rainy day or your next big purchase, a high-yield account can be a great option for reaching your goals. Continue reading

Resume Writing Tips for Recent College Grads

Resume Writing Tips for Recent College Grads

Write your resume in the voice of the company you are applying to. Continue reading

Money Matters for New Parents

Money Matters for New Parents

According to the book Baby Bargains, parents spend more than $6,200 in the first year on food and gear alone. Continue reading

Budgeting Basics

Budgeting Basics

Budgeting will give you clarity into your finances and will help you make more informed choices. Continue reading

Saving Money Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Necessity

Saving Money Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Necessity

Setting aside even $20 a paycheck is proven to provide a feeling of freedom due to the “buffer” savings gives you. Continue reading

How to Recover from a Financial Setback

How to Recover from a Financial Setback

Start with small steps that get you early wins so that you can build momentum. Continue reading

The 5 Factors That Affect Your Credit Score (And Simple Ways to Boost Them!)

The 5 Factors That Affect Your Credit Score (And Simple Ways to Boost Them!)

Improving credit won’t happen overnight, but with persistence and consistency, your score should gradually improve over time! Continue reading

Financial Literacy for Kids

Financial Literacy for Kids

Educating your children about financial wellness will help them build healthy spending habits for the future. Continue reading