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Is a Joint Account Right for Your Relationship?

By: American Heritage 10.08.20 3 minute read Savings & Budgeting Family

If you’re newly married or in a serious relationship, the opportunity to build a life together can be exciting. But as your lives become intertwined, so do your responsibilities—particularly when it comes to your finances. For many couples, opening a joint checking account or a joint savings account is the first step. In fact, some studies have found that couples who pooled their money in shared accounts had happier long-term relationships.

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Loans & Borrowing: 10 Terms You Should Know

By: American Heritage 09.17.20 3 minute read Home & Mortgage Credit

Whether you’re managing your day-to-day finances or preparing for the future, loans and credit cards may be an important financial tool to support your personal goals. The process of comparing your financing options and choosing the right one can sometimes feel overwhelming—especially with all the financial jargon and concepts associated with loans and borrowing. Fortunately, many of these concepts are less complicated than they seem. Here’s a quick overview of some of the most important borrowing terms you should know. Learn them now, so you can make smarter borrowing decisions later.

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Make Deposits Anywhere With Mobile Check Deposit

By: American Heritage 09.10.20 3 minute read Product Spotlight

In the last few years, mobile check deposit has become a must-have mobile banking tool for users of every age. It’s easy to see why: This powerful mobile banking feature lets you avoid extra trips to a branch or ATM by giving you the freedom to make deposits on your schedule, and you can make deposits anywhere you have an internet connection.

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How to Entertain on a Budget

By: American Heritage 06.13.19 2 minute read Holiday Culture

Get-togethers with friends and family are often the biggest highlights of the summer. But if you’re the one hosting that graduation party, Fourth of July barbecue, or family reunion, you may also wind up with a big bill. Fortunately, your next gathering doesn’t have to be an expensive affair. Entertaining on a budget can be as simple as an outdoor picnic or evening game night. Even though food, drink, and décor are important, the key to a great party is the people. After all, your friends will remember the laughs and conversations, not your discount tablecloth.

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Veterans Organizations to Support This Memorial Day Holiday

By: American Heritage 05.23.19 2 minute read Culture

Memorial Day is right around the corner—a holiday dedicated to remembering and honoring those people who have died serving in the armed forces. As part of our commitment to veterans and to the greater Philadelphia community, our team at American Heritage likes to take this time of year to pause and honor those who have served, as well as other charitable organizations in the region.

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How to Spend Less Money on Vacation

By: American Heritage 05.09.19 3 minute read Culture Savings & Budgeting

If you’re like most Americans, you probably spend more money than intended when you’re on vacation. But it’s entirely possible to avoid overspending—and still have a great time—if you plan in advance. Whether you’ve booked inexpensive vacations over long weekends or a once-in-a-lifetime overseas extravaganza, our four simple tips to having fun on vacation while spending less are a blueprint for a stress-free time away.

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How Much Will It Cost to Own Your New Pet?

By: American Heritage 04.11.19 2 minute read Culture Savings & Budgeting

Thinking of adding a pet to your family? Great! There are lots of benefits of having a dog or cat. Pets relieve stress, encourage exercise, make us laugh, and give unconditional love. Spring is the height of "kitten season," when rescue shelters fill up with furry faces. It’s a popular time to adopt a cat, dog, or another kind of pet. While the benefits of pets are many, the expenses may be something to growl about. The more you know about the cost of pet ownership, the better prepared you’ll be for everything from initial costs through emergencies.

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