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How to Make Your Back-to-School Shopping Rewarding

By: John Lutz 08.22.24 3 minute read

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. And while it’s undoubtedly exciting for the kids to return for another school year, it’s a process that can become rather costly.

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Simple Ways to Improve Your Financial Literacy

By: American Heritage 08.15.24 3 minute read

Financial literacy is more important than ever. It’s key to making informed decisions about managing your money and meeting your long-term goals. Yet, according to a survey by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, only 53% of Americans give themselves an A or B when considering their knowledge of personal finance. In that same survey, 80% feel they could benefit from additional financial advice and education, even with their existing knowledge.

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Preventing Procrastination: Tackling Your Finances Head-On

By: American Heritage 08.08.24 3 minute read

Are you a financial procrastinator? It’s easy to put off certain financial tasks, whether they be paying a specific bill, creating an emergency fund, or writing a will. The simple truth is that nothing good can come from procrastinating on these items. A late bill incurs interest, and you unfortunately never know when a will or emergency fund will be needed.

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Vacation Money Tips for a Safe Trip

By: American Heritage 07.03.24 3 minute read

Summer means vacations—at home or abroad—but managing your finances while traveling can sometimes be challenging. Luckily, a variety of tools and services are available to help you keep track of your finances so you can enjoy a worry-free getaway. We’ll show you how to manage your money, save time, and protect your accounts while you’re away from home.

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Costs of Accepting Credit Cards at Your Business

By: American Heritage 06.27.24 3 minute read

Before you add credit cards to the mix, understand the costs and pick a system that aligns with your business model. In this article, we’ll cover the three most common ways credit card processing fees are structured, additional costs, and other factors to consider.

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Home Projects You Shouldn’t Ignore

By: American Heritage 06.20.24 4 minute read

Let’s be honest, home improvement projects can feel overwhelming. Between work, family, and that ever-growing to-do list, it’s easy to put them off for another day. But consider this: Tackling a few key projects now can save you a lot of trouble (and money) down the road. Here’s a quick rundown of some home maintenance tasks that shouldn’t be ignored.

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