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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.
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Unemployment Fraud
January 5, 2021
Categories: COVID-19, Cybersecurity, Personal Finances
Unemployment FraudHave you received an unemployment debit card or unemployment insurance letter, but have not filed a claim for benefits? If you answered yes, there are some important steps you need to take to report the fraud and help protect yourself.
First, be sure to notify your human resources department immediately. Then report the fraudulent claim to the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Click here to be directed to IDES identity...
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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.
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5 Steps Towards Tackling Your Student Loans
August 17, 2020
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving
Whether you’re a current college student or have graduated and are ready to get rid of your debt, there’s no better time than now to start paying off your loans. It’s not an easy job, but the feeling and relief of being debt-free is unlike any other. Keep reading to learn the five steps to take towards getting rid of your student loans.
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Know These Safety Tips Before Shopping Online
July 22, 2020
Categories: Cybersecurity, Personal Finances
As fun and entertaining as online shopping is, there are many things to consider in terms of safety. Websites that may look real could be scams, products that look great could be knockoffs, and stores you think are reliable could take advantage of your card information. Keep reading to find out how to stay safe online while you’re shopping.
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Why You Should Bank Local
June 1, 2020
Categories: General, Personal Finances, Saving
You’ve heard big banks advertise their services all over the world, but most consumers don’t realize all of the benefits that come with banking local. When it comes to customer service, banking fees, community commitment and ethical choices, banking local is the smart choice, and we’ll tell you why.
Great Customer ServiceBecause local banks have less customers than your average megabank, the...
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6 Money Tips to Prevent Spring Stress
May 20, 2020
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving, Seasonal
Research shows that money is the number one cause of stress among Americans. Balancing your expenses and managing your spending habits can be tricky, but we’ve come up with six great tips to help keep that stress away.
1. Track What You’re SpendingKeeping track of what you spend money on is a great way to analyze your spending habits and make changes. Sometimes you don’t realize what spending...
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Benefits of Mobile Deposit
March 9, 2020
Categories: General, Personal Finances, Saving
With today’s rapidly growing technology, there’s no need to take time out of your busy day and drive to the bank. With your Peoples Bank Mobile Banking App, the power to deposit checks is right in the palm of your hand. Why exactly should you take advantage of this opportunity? We’re here to tell you about the many benefits of mobile deposit. First, let’s look at how simple this process really is.
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Graduation Is Coming - Have You Been Saving?
January 13, 2020
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving
It’s never too early to save for college. Some parents start college funds even before their kids are born. If you have yet to jump on the savings train, it’s not too late to get serious about saving while in high school. The average cost of in-state tuition is around $10,000. Every dollar that you can save now will make a difference in the long run.
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6 Ways to Ditch Your Bad Money Habits
December 17, 2019
Categories: Budget, Personal Finances, Saving
Too many Americans have poor money habits. Do you resonate with this in the way you spend and think about money? Perhaps you were never taught financial literacy in school like many others. However, there’s no time better than the present to start learning and why not learn it from the experts at Peoples Bank of Kankakee? These are tried and true ways to say goodbye to bad money habits.
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