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Unlock Your Home’s Hidden Potential with a HELOC
June 16, 2021
Categories: Budget, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Saving
How many hours do you think you’ve spent staring at the walls inside your home this last year? How many hours did you spend online or on Pinterest trying to find ways to spruce up your home or find new ways to entertain your family? A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is the perfect way to turn those daydreams into a reality! Check out some of the ways you can unlock your home’s hidden potential with a HELOC.
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4 Steps to Home Buying
May 19, 2021
Categories: Budget, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Saving
Whether you’ve been looking for a while or have just decided to begin the hunt, buying a home is an exciting adventure! But do you know some of the things you should be doing before stumbling upon your dream home? We’re here to explain our top four steps to home buying so you can enjoy the journey.
Know How Much You Can AffordEven though you could get a loan for $300,000, this may...
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Spring Clean Your Finances
May 5, 2021
Categories: Budget, General, Personal Finances, Saving, Seasonal
It’s Spring! With the new season comes a new energy and attitude which we want to take full advantage of! Over the last year and this winter, it’s been easy to get into a financial rut or overspend on subscriptions which is why it's time to purge your finances. Keep reading to see our top tips to help you spring clean your finances!
Sweep Away SubscriptionsYou’ve heard this before,...
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How Life Events Can Affect Your Mortgage
April 12, 2021
Categories: Budget, Family, General, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Saving
If you have a mortgage, you’ve committed to making a house into a home and settling in for at least the next few years – if not decades. You’re going to live a lot of life in that home! Did you know that different life events can affect your home loan? Peoples Bank of Kankakee County is here to help you understand how life events can affect your mortgage.
Getting MarriedIf you’re...
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5 Reasons You Should Utilize Online & Mobile Banking
March 24, 2021
Categories: Budget, General, Personal Finances, Saving
Besides the obvious positive of having constant access to your bank account on your very own device, online and mobile banking bring other benefits to the table. If you haven’t enrolled in online banking or downloaded our mobile app yet, keep reading to find out why you should.
1. Deposit Checks AnywhereSave yourself a trip by depositing your...
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How to Separate Your Financial Wants VS Needs
March 10, 2021
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving
Creating a basic monthly budget is simple, but breaking it down into categories and deciding what you should and shouldn’t spend money on can get tricky. That’s where the idea of wants vs needs comes into play, and it’s one of the most important steps in budgeting. Struggling to figure out what the difference is? We’ll explain!
The Overall Difference Between Wants VS NeedsFinancial...
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5 Common Money Temptations & How to Avoid Them
February 25, 2021
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving
We all make mistakes and experiencing financial hiccups is a normal part of life. With each month comes new financial temptations that can be difficult to turn from. The good news is you can learn from others’ mistakes to avoid making them yourself! Keep reading to learn some common money temptations most people run into as well as how you can avoid giving into them.
Temptation #1: Spending Unexpected...
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Financial Literacy 101: Teen Edition
January 18, 2021
Categories: Budget, Family, Saving
If you have a teenager who doesn’t quite understand how important good financial habits are, it’s time to teach them! Giving your child the building blocks on saving, budgeting and understanding debt will help make them into responsible adults. Here’s some financial literacy 101 for your teenager.
Bank AccountsExplaining the different types of bank accounts to your child is crucial....
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Savings Resolutions to Kickstart the New Year
January 11, 2021
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving, Seasonal
2020 brought a lot for us to handle, so we’re hoping 2021 will be the best year yet! Now is the time to start thinking about the changes you want to make with yourself and your habits this year. That’s why Peoples Bank of Kankakee County wants to offer our favorite savings resolutions to kickstart the new year.
Improve Your Credit ScoreImproving your credit score will allow for a higher credit...
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Apps to Help You Save Big Bucks While Holiday Shopping
December 7, 2020
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving, Seasonal
It’s no surprise that holiday shopping can often put a big dent in the wallet, especially if you go in unprepared. After you make your shopping list, it’s wise to download some trusted apps on your phone to make the most of your savings while you shop. Keep reading to find out which app to download for different reasons.
Looking for Rewards?A great app for earning points and rewards is Swagbucks. You...
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