What are the different types of checks?
Contributed by Maine Credit Unions Checks used to be by far the most popular alternative to cash...
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Finance
Establishing financial history
Contributed by ProsperityME Banks and credit unions are two kinds of financial institutions that...
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Bank and credit union accounts
Contributed by cPort A credit union or bank is the safest place to keep your money. Money kept in...
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Account opening checklist
People who rely on check-cashing services and piggy banks, and don’t have an account in a credit...
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Why open an account at a credit union or bank?
Some people keep their money at home, instead of in a financial institution. But money held...
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Student loan forgiveness available for some
After all the hard work of college, graduating and starting a job in a student’s field of study is...
See MoreSix ways to save on college textbooks
College textbooks can be expensive. However, by putting some tips into action, students can save some money. Here are six ways to save money on books for college classes: . 1. Buy used books In an attempt to get back some of the...
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Paying for College
Many students in the U.S. rely on scholarships and other financial aid to pay for college. A high...
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Pros and cons of refinancing
Refinancing is the process of revising and replacing the terms of an existing credit agreement,...
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Smart borrowing
In the U.S., most people make expensive purchases like cars and large appliances with credit, or a...
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