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What is Tokenization, and Should I Be Using It?

By: John Lutz 11.06.25 3 minute read

Are you familiar with tokenization? As digital wallets and mobile payments have gotten more popular over the years, hackers have found more ways to steal your information. Tokenization is a process that combats fraud and protects your personal and payment information.

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Your Guide to First-Time Homebuyer Programs

By: John Lutz 09.18.25 4 minute read

Buying a home is undoubtedly one of the largest, if not the largest, purchases you will make in your lifetime. With such weight on finding and buying a home, it’s typical to be nervous about homebuying or to not even know where to start.

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Tips for Talking to Your Kids about Money

By: John Lutz 08.07.25 4 minute read

Tuesday, August 12 is recognized as International Youth Day. This observance offers an opportunity to recognize the importance of children and young adults in society, as well as ways to support their development and growth. Children are naturally curious, and as they get older, they’re sure to have more questions about money.

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How to Financially Prepare for Parental Leave

By: John Lutz 07.24.25 4 minute read

If you’ll be welcoming, or recently welcomed, a child into the world, congratulations! This should truly be a pivotal and beautiful moment in your life. But with all the happiness and joy, there may also come some anxiety, particularly around finances. But with the right financial plan and budget, you can set yourself and your family up for successful parental leave.

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