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Certificates: Knowing the Basics

By: John Lutz 10.17.24 3 minute read Investing & Retirement Savings & Budgeting

Whether it’s saving for a child’s college fund or putting money away to purchase a vacation home, savings are a critical element of achieving your financial goals. But outside of savings accounts, what are some other ways you can manage your savings?

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Top 5 Things to Do in Philadelphia This Fall

By: John Lutz 10.10.24 3 minute read Culture

What is your favorite part of the fall season? Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs host a wide variety of fall activities that cater to the tastes of all, whether you’re a fan of the spookiness of Halloween or enjoy the crisp colors and flavors the fall season brings. Here are five family-friendly fall activities around Philadelphia to consider enjoying in the coming weeks. As a bonus, none should stretch your wallet too far and each is meant for all to enjoy the fall foliage and family fun.

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What Type of Checking Account is Right for You?

By: John Lutz 09.19.24 4 minute read Product Spotlight

Everyone manages their money differently, and as such, there are different types of checking accounts to meet your specific lifestyle and preferences. While each comes with its own unique benefits, it’s crucial that you identify what kind of checking account best aligns with your habits and regular spending.

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How to Budget for Success at College

By: John Lutz 09.12.24 4 minute read Savings & Budgeting Credit

Whether it’s your freshman or senior year of college, you’re hopefully beginning to feel settled and prepared to tackle the fall semester. Amidst a stack of textbooks and endless trips to the library, managing your finances and a budget might be the last thing on your mind during the academic year. However, it is possible to balance your financial health with your academic and social life during college.

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How to Make Your Back-to-School Shopping Rewarding

By: John Lutz 08.22.24 4 minute read Education Credit

It’s time once again for pencils to be sharpened, lunches to be packed, and backpacks to be zipped. Whether you’re a parent or not, your last few weeks have likely been surrounded by back-to-school advertisements or thoughts.

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Inflation, Deflation, and Disinflation: Knowing the Difference

By: John Lutz 07.18.24 4 minute read Policy & Economy Savings & Budgeting

We’ve all heard of inflation, whether that be in a high school history class or through a news program of the past few years. But what about deflation and disinflation? At first glance, they may sound like improvements over inflation. However, both terms carry their own weight and, in some respects, consequences.

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