What does an ideal personal budget look like?
A personal budget - or lack of one - has a major impact on your finances. That's true from a day-to-day perspective and in the long term, too. Making an accurate, reasonable personal budget is a...
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How to make a savings plan for vacations, big purchases and more
Most people don't equate saving money with having fun. Long-term savings for retirement, building an emergency fund and other foundational savings efforts are more about building financial security...
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Why your savings and checking accounts are the foundation of your financial strategy
Checking and savings accounts are so universal to the process of personal banking that they're often overlooked in favor of other needs and opportunities that are newer or more exciting.
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Stay smart: Don't fall victim to these types of bank-related fraud
Bank-related fraud is an unfortunately common issue in the U.S. and around the world. Because scams generally have a financial angle, it's common for a variety of malicious schemes to somehow...
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How to build good financial habits for your kids
Helping your kids develop good financial habits and a strong foundation of knowledge is the type of effort that can pay off decades into the future. With a broad understanding of things like the...
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Tips for improving your credit score
Consistently paying bills on time is one of the easiest ways to improve your credit score in a relatively short period of time. If you find yourself consistently running behind on bills, which are...
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The Best Checking Accounts in July 2019
High-yield reward checking accounts offer a high interest rate on balances up to some cap if certain monthly activity requirements are met. The primary activity requirement is debit card...
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Understanding your credit score
Your credit score is a crucial factor for a wide range of financial decisions, from signing up with a mobile phone carrier to securing a mortgage for a new home. It can impact everything from the...
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Finding the Top Savings Account in 2019
If your aim is to save as much money as possible, there are few savings account on the market that are better than TAB Bank’s High Yield Savings account. The hallmark of this account is its 2.40% APY,
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Are you leaving easy money on the table?
Making budgets, managing investments, controlling spending and other factors are all vitally important for long-term financial health. Considering the many complicated elements that can quickly...
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Closing the Gaps to Happiness for Your Customers and Your Bank
Closing the Gaps to Happiness for Your Customers and Your Bank - Curt Queyrouze, President, TAB Bank's presentation at BankBankOnPurpose 2019. Thank you for all of the great conversation.
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Defining your lifetime financial goals
From increased peace of mind to attaining key financial milestones like dependable retirement savings, the reasons to set financial goals are clear. Creating plans for the money you earn from...
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How you can start long-term financial planning today
Financial planning can seem like an overwhelming topic if you haven't considered it in the past. It doesn't have to be that way, however. You can start taking some simple, practical steps today...
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What to look for when choosing a new bank
Finding a new bank is an important consideration, whether you're moving to a new area that your old bank doesn't service or simply want to make a change. While financial institutions are highly...
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Advice to help you save for big purchases
A major purchase is something most people have to plan for, whether it's a new car, a house, a widescreen TV, a big vacation or something else entirely. Knowing how to save effectively for these...
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Smart savings strategies to boost your personal financial position
Your personal finances may not seem like an especially exciting topic - except when you want to book a vacation or need to pay an unexpected bill. Good financial management doesn't just put you...
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How much money should you keep in your checking and savings account?
Let's look at how much money to set aside, and then review why using your checking or savings account to securely store this money is a particularly effective approach.
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What should your investment planning look like?
Investment planning is a crucial consideration for everyone. The benefits of investing are universal, and everyone who can set aside some money from each paycheck should definitely prioritize doing...
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Understanding the CD ladder investing strategy
Certificates of deposit offer a unique balance of risk and reward that can form an important part of an investment strategy. Let's look at what makes CDs an effective choice for many people, how to...
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