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The warm days are slowly fading away. After a hot summer, it’s exciting to welcome fall and winter weather. As cold weather arrives, here are some tips to incorporate at home to save energy and money. 

Use the sun’s energy and warmth to your advantage. During...
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As cold weather draws near, enjoy the season with some family friendly activities. Here are some ideas: 

‘Tis the season for yummy food and FOOTBALL! Why not host a tailgate party? Cheering on your favorite team is a great excuse to gather and eat some yummy food. Need a dish? Include one of these game-day recipes. 

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Summer is here and we love summer vacation. But that means it is time to entertain our kids all day long. Here are some unique activities to chase the boredom blues away and keep the kids off the couch.   

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Staging your home can be a hectic task on your plate. Here are a few tips on how you can stage your home easily and on a budget. 

Good curb appeal will stand out to your buyers immediately. Attractive landscaping and outside projects can take time. If you’re in a hurry to get your exterior looking its best, the first thing to focus on would be removing...
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Summer may be a few months away but planning early will ensure a relaxing and affordable experience. Start your planning process now and use these tips to make your summer vacation seamless and inexpensive.  

Advanced planning is key for a successful, budget friendly vacation. Decide where and when you would like to travel. Consider looking for attractive...
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When it comes to older individuals, cybersecurity is often overlooked. Instead of hoping for the best, it’s important to educate those who might not know how to spot cybercriminal activity. Here are some valuable reminders for your elderly loved ones: 

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Teaching children to be financially responsible can be a lot of work. Often times, schools don’t address topics like money, credit and interest until middle school or high school. Helping young kids cope with challenges like setting spending limits and impulse control can help them early on get smart about spending. 

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The snow is falling! Now that we have been experiencing our winter wonderland time of year, Peoples Bank of Kankakee County wants to share some of our favorite winter activities for kids.

Obviously, the easiest activity during the next few months is playing in the snow. That could mean building a snowman or fort, sledding, snowboarding and so on. You can also give them some food coloring to...
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