MoneyWise Tips to Deepen Your Financial Knowledge

How to Buy a Home

Is buying a home on your horizon? This month’s MoneyWise is for you. We’ve gathered insights on financing, mortgages, setting a budget, down payments and more. Or, if real estate isn’t top of mind, scroll to boost your knowledge on a range of personal finance topics.
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Knowledge is power. Expanding your knowledge about managing your money can improve your financial stability, empower you to reach your financial goals and protect you from becoming a victim of fraud. We’re here to help you improve your financial wellness one decision at a time by providing guidance and tips from our experts. Browse the blogs below for more helpful topics, give our calculators a spin or search our entire library of topics here.

Path to Homeownership

Ready to buy? Start here. 
If you’re a first-timer or a repeat buyer, our experts outline four things to consider before you dive in.
Tips for Buyers
5 Must-Know Tips for Buyers
Beyond credit scores and down payments, we’ve got five more tips to ease the homebuying experience.
More Tips for Buyers
Financing a Home Build or Remodel
From selecting a contractor to setting a budget, you need a plan before pounding the first nail.
Our Best Building Tips

Preventing Fraud

Safely Use P2P Payment Apps

Peer-to-peer payment apps like Zelle® and Venmo have become popular. Get tips to use them safely.

Protect Yourself
Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?

Don't get caught on a phisher's line. Protect yourself by knowing how to spot telltale red flags.

Tips to Spot Scams
Prevent Elder Financial Abuse
Scams and financial crimes often target seniors. Know how to keep yourself and loves ones safe.
Take Preventative Steps

Budgeting and Money Management

Have Money Goals? You Need a Budget
Reaching your financial goals starts with making a budget. Here’s how to create one that works for you.
Create a Budget
You Need an Emergency Fund
The question isn’t if you’ll need it, it’s when. Be prepared for anything by building an emergency fund.
Build an Emergency Fund
How to Handle a Financial Setback
Financial setbacks happen, but with some smart planning, you can get yourself back on track in no time.
How to Bounce Bank

Saving and Investing

7 Ways to Save for Retirement
Your future self wants you to start saving for retirement now—dive in with these seven tips.
Get Retirement Tips
Understanding CD Laddering
A certificate of deposit (CD) is a great tool for your savings mix. Learn how to make the most of them.
CD Laddering 101
Teach Your Child How to Save
Children may not be taught basic financial skills in school. Explore tips to help them start a savings habit.
Savings Tips for Kids

Managing Credit

How to Pay for College
Whether you’re financing your child’s college education or your own, explore these ways to pay.
5 Ways to Pay
Strategies for Paying Off Debt

Debt can be daunting, which is why you need a smart strategy for taming it down to a zero balance.

Tackle Your Debt
4 Steps to a Better Credit Score
A good credit score helps you get approved for credit when you need it. Here’s how to boost yours.
Improve Your Score

Financial Calculators

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Rent vs Buy a Home Calculator
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Home Buyer Savings Calculator

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