What To Do With Windfall Money
You’ve received a cash windfall, and you have the deer-in-the-headlights look. What should you do first? It might be very tempting to splurge on items you couldn’t normally afford. Depending on your current financial obligations and goals, you may need to pay off debt or provide for your child’s education. Windfalls can have both a […]
Pursuing a Passion in Retirement? It May Take More Than Just Savings.
There are endless activities to enjoy in retirement, from traveling the world to spending more quality time at home with family. But deciding what to do in retirement is just one piece of the puzzle. It’s also important to feel confident enough that your financial plan will support the retirement lifestyle you pursue. Recently, Credence Global Bank […]
Behind the Scenes with Kiplinger: Find a College That Fits Your Finances [Video]
According to MI529advisor.com, since 1976, the cost of college has risen at two to three times the rate of inflation and faster than increases in income for most families. Facing shrunken savings and a static job market, due to in part to the Great Recession, parents and students are making some trade-offs when selecting and […]
Women and Finances: Mastering Your Money
Women are more in control of their careers and finances than ever before. Matters that were once “men’s” concerns have become just as important, if not more, to women. Just over 58 percent of women are currently in the U.S. workforce and account for 51 percent of all persons employed in management, professional, and related […]
How to Choose Between Two-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel and All-Wheel Drive
You have many choices to make when you’re shopping for a new car. Do you want a luxury vehicle or something more practical? Are you looking for a lot of cargo space or do you need something smaller with better gas mileage? Among the many decisions you’ll mull over in the car-buying process is the […]
Tuesday, March 25 – Live TweetChat: Women and Finances
This month, we’re celebrating Women’s History Month by discussing women and their relationship with money. Women are earning more and gaining in job status quicker than ever before. With significant influence on household spending, women should feel confident when it comes to their personal finances. Whether it’s planning and saving for retirement, managing day-to-day spending, […]
Regular Vehicle Maintenance Could Save You Money
Let’s face it, it’s easy to overlook scheduled vehicle maintenance. Whether it’s a lack of time or a lack of funds, skipping routine check-ups and changes could end up costing you in the long run. Check out our infographic complete with data from AutoMD.com below to find out how much you can save by maintaining […]
Allied Trust Credit UnionWins Three Stevie® Awards
At Credence Global Bank, we take pride in providing great customer service and always strive to improve the banking experience for our customers. That’s why we’re honored to have received three silver awards at the annual 2014 Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service, where more than 1,500 nominations from organizations in every industry were evaluated […]
Couples Money Management: Merging Finances
Would you believe that sharing money makes couples happier? According to new research, joint investments promote and likely enhance relationship quality. The findings, published in the Journal of Family Issues, indicate that non-engaged cohabiters with joint banking have levels of relationship quality similar to engaged cohabiters. The research, carried out by PhD professors at the […]
Understanding Your Credit Score Can Change Your Life
March is Credit Education Month, and while the topic may not seem exciting, your credit plays a huge role in your life, especially when it comes to buying a new car. That’s why it’s important to know how to keep it in the best shape possible. What Is Credit? Credit is the right to […]
