While using debit cards is a good practice to avoid credit card debt, the truth is that debit cards are just as vulnerable to theft as credit cards are and offer limited protection against fraud. Today, we’re digging into debit card security and what you can do to protect your finances ..read more

  From the eggs in the grocery store to the gas at the pump, inflation makes everything a bit more expensive. And for many people, the hike in prices can make it difficult to pay for basic expenses ..read more

  Budgeting is an important skill to have, especially as the cost of living increases. Having a solid budget and emergency fund will give you the tools you need to prepare for the unexpected and avoid running into financial trouble or debt. Let’s take a look at how you can navigate your finances as your cost of living fluctuates ..read more

  Short-term financial goals may seem self-explanatory, but sometimes the path to achieving them is not so clear-cut. Let’s take a look at short-term financial goals, how to make sure they’re achievable, and how to save for them ..read more

  In 2018 alone, the Federal Trade Commission collected more than 1.4 million fraud reports, with victims losing roughly $1.48 billion. That’s a 38 percent increase over 2017. While data for 2019 is not completely available, it should come as no surprise that fraud remains on the rise ..read more

  In addition to the value, security and personal fulfillment that comes with owning a home, the equity built up in your home can be a valuable financial resource as you face additional expenses and needs over time ..read more

  If you’re serious about building financial stability and long-term security, then you’re probably looking for ways to grow your net worth ..read more

  Owning a home isn’t merely a dream that you achieve once you reach a certain age. For many prospective homebuyers, the decision to switch from renting to buying requires a lot of planning, saving and carefully waiting for the right time to invest in a place of your own ..read more

  When we’re children, we depend on our parents to provide everything we need — from food and shelter to emotional support. Then, as we grow up and our parents age, the tables start to turn. The parents we used to depend on start to grow old and require new kinds of care to maintain their health and quality of life ..read more

  The rising cost of college is a perennial concern for high school grads and their families. For Ohio residents looking to attend The Ohio State University, tuition and other costs have risen to more than $27,000 per year — or well over $100,000 for a four-year degree.   The costs at local private schools or many public and private out-of-state institutions can be even higher. For this reason, Ohio high school students and their families have a vested interest in developing a college savings plan to save for those expenses in the most cost-effective manner possible.   Many fin ..read more