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Children

Smart Spending

Even if you are a smart spender, your kids will not necessarily pick up this habit unless you make it…
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Budgeting

Starting a Budget

Starting a Budget You know you need a budget. Your household is spending money faster than it is coming in,…
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Adulting 101

Five Surprise Travel Expenses That Can Break a Budget

Even the most experienced traveler can run into unexpected expenses. To help you prepare for smooth travels, here are five…
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College

Should College Students Have Credit Cards?

College is full of lessons to be learned and one important lesson you should learn but most likely won’t in…
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College

Seven Tips for Tracking Down Your Dream Career

Choosing a career is tough. Whether you’re a new grad or considering a career change, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed…
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Adulting 101

Choosing your Financial Institution

What was the very first financial choice you ever made? Think about it: it likely took place before your first…
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College

Five Ways to Lower the Cost of Tuition Before Considering a Student Loan

If you’re considering financing your college education with the help of a student loan, the smartest thing you can do…
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Budgeting

Shared Branching: Making it easy to access your account

Out of town and need to make a withdrawal? Shared Branches make it easy. Sound is a Shared Branching network member…
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