Best Plants for The Illinois Fall

August is here, and boy are we excited! If you’re looking to add a little pizazz to your home, this blog is perfect for you! Peoples Bank of Kankakee has compiled this list of the perfect plants and flowers for this fall in Illinois.

Let’s be honest, these babies can make it through anything! Hostas are a cheap option when looking to ramp up your curb appeal. They will continue to grow...

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Whether you are taking your little ones for their very first school supplies shopping trip or perhaps gathering items you need as you continue your education this fall, there’s no need to empty your wallet. Here are some great ways to save money on school supplies, while still getting everything that’s on the list!

If you have a friend who has taken that class before or whose child has had the...

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Now that it’s warm outside and you can start exploring the state, we wanted to offer some SWEET places to visit in Illinois. Here are some of our top favorite coolest places to check out during the summer in our great state!

You won’t want to miss the waterfalls at this beautiful park. All 2,630 acres are a sight to see, so pack your backpack and get exploring! The park,...

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Oh baby! Although they are small, babies can take up a significant amount of your budget. Many first time parents experience sticker shock with the numbers they see as they walk through the baby section at their favorite stores. Thankfully, there are ways to make these expenses easier to manage so you can focus on the excitement of the little one without the pain associated with the rising costs.

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Being busy doesn’t mean you have to abandon your budget. Thanks to technology, there are endless ways to enhance your savings techniques. Peoples Bank of Kankakee compiled a list of the latest and greatest budgeting apps of 2019!

Mint is a well-known app, and it’s free! The app automatically updates and categorizes transactions, creating a picture of spending in real time. This budget tracker...

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Summer is finally here! Now that the weather is warmer, it’s time to fire up those grills and get cooking. Take a peek at our top tips for grilling this summer so you can make the best meals.

You never want to start cooking on a dirty grill with flakes of old food. Even if you don’t think it’ll affect the taste, having an old piece of food stick to your meat isn’t...

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Raising your credit score can seem like a daunting task, or you may not really care what your score is. However, a credit score affects more than you may realize, which is why we find it important to share our knowledge. Develop consistently strong credit habits with these secret keys of advice from Peoples Bank of Kankakee.

Debt comes in all different...

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Buying a home may be a common practice for the average American, but it is not a simple one. This is especially true if you are new to the game and have yet to learn the ins and outs of the process. No need to worry, we have plenty of experience from our years in the home buying business and are willing to share the best-kept secrets on the market!

If buying a new home seems far into your...

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It’s finally house hunting season and you could not be more excited to get the ball rolling on your big purchase! Before you hit the road or the search bar, take these 7 tips into consideration.

Before signing the papers or falling in love with the first home you see be realistic about what is in your budget. We recommend spending no more than 25 percent of your monthly income on...

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