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What is a certificate of deposit (CD)?
A certificate of deposit offers higher interest rates than savings accounts when held for a fixed period. Learn about CD rates and options from Popular Bank.
Benefits of saving for medium-term goals.
It’s a good idea to get in the habit of creating targeted savings goals. Short-term and long-term goals may be discussed more frequently when creating goals, but medium-term goals are…
What is a smishing scam? How to protect yourself.
Robotext scams are on the rise. A robotext scam is also known as a smishing scam. You should be aware of these scams and know how to protect yourself against them.
Your tax refund is a chance to grow.
It’s tax season again and W-2s are hitting mailboxes around the country. This year the average federal income tax return is estimated to be in excess of $2,000. What better way to get…
Protecting your financial health this holiday season.
It’s the holiday season again, and that means you’re making transactions in stores, online, and with retailers and vendors that you may not otherwise do business with. This increased…
3 trends to avoid when building savings.
Avoiding costly trends when managing your personal finances is key to creating personal wealth. Dive into three trends that could derail your ability to grow your money.
How to protect yourself from identity theft.
Hackers constantly search for ways to steal information both online and offline. It's important to take action and protect your identity.
How to identify, avoid, and prevent phishing scams.
Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trusted company. Recognition is the key to avoiding phishing scams. Here are some suggestions.
How to keep your personal and financial data safe.
With ease of access comes vulnerability to your online identity, so you have to be more careful to protect your personal data.