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Planning to cash that check? You may want to pause and take a closer look. According to the Association of Financial Professionals (AFP), checks are the payment option most vulnerable to fraud – impacting up to 63 percent of those responding to the AFP’s survey.

There are many financial preparations and considerations to make as we age – do you have enough saved up for retirement? Is your mortgage fully paid off? Have you budgeted appropriately for bills and living expenses on a fixed income?

You’re eyeing a new neighborhood, you’ve gathered all your important documents, you’ve estimated the cost for movers – you’re all ready for your new start.

Budgeting is an essential part of managing your finances, but it’s also one of the most challenging aspects. The thought of creating a budget can be overwhelming, especially if you are unsure of what steps to follow.

Want to freshen up your home with a new look, or need to help sending a kid off to college? Tapping into your home’s equity can be a great way to finance repairs, remodels, large purchases, or college tuition.