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Author Archives: cceacmsadmin

Beware Hidden (or Not so Hidden) Travel Fees This Summer

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Receiving an unexpectedly high bill after a trip is not great. If you are planning a summer trip, consider taking some time to look into hidden travel fees. Here is some information to help you get started.

Posted bycceacmsadminJune 17, 2024June 17, 2024Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Currency Exchange, Fees, Rentals, Summer, Trip, Vacation

How Are Young People Saving Money?

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Nowadays more people are looking for different ways to save money. If you’re also looking for new ideas to help you save a dollar or two, check out these three ways younger people are saving money.

Posted bycceacmsadminMay 16, 2024May 13, 2024Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Currency Exchanges, Financial Services, Green Transportation, Loans, Shopping

Financial Struggles People Worry About More Than Before

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Our modern way of living has introduced some newer financial struggles that everyone should know about. Start educating yourself about some of the most common challenges here.

Posted bycceacmsadminMay 15, 2024May 13, 2024Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Credit Card, Currency Exchange, Identity Theft, Online Spending, Pensions

Beware Fake “Sales” Tactics

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Fake sales tactics are making it even harder to recognize a good deal when you see one. Below are some signs a company or sales team is trying to present sales that aren’t legitimate.

Posted bycceacmsadminApril 23, 2024April 22, 2024Posted inFinancial EducationTags: money, Prepaid Debit Card, Pricing, Protect, Sales

Cancel Those Bills: What Expenses Can You Quit Paying?

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Canceling unneeded expenses doesn’t have to last forever – just long enough to pay off your credit cards and other debt. If you’re unsure where to cut the cord, below are a few possible places to start.

Posted bycceacmsadminApril 17, 2024Posted inSaving & Budgeting TipsTags: Auto Insurance, Bills, Cable TV, money, Phone Plans, Streaming Services, Subscriptions

What Gig Workers Need to Know about Personal Finance

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While there is a lot of freedom in the gig economy, there are some particulars workers should know about when managing their finances. Here is what gig workers need to know about their personal finances.

Posted bycceacmsadminMarch 19, 2024Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Budgeting, Cash, Expenses, finances, Financial Records, Taxes

5 Tips for Avoiding Late Fees

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One strategy for avoiding late fees is to know when you’re most at risk of owing late fees so you can plan accordingly or reconsider your financial decisions. Here are some tips for avoiding late fees.

Posted bycceacmsadminMarch 19, 2024Posted inSaving & Budgeting TipsTags: Bill Payment, Budget, Credit Card, Late Fees, Prepaid Debit Card

Worried Your Kid Might Be Bad with Money? Here’s What to Do

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It may seem obvious to an adult, but simple conversations can create a deeper understanding of different uses of money, helping kids learn to make smart financial decisions.

Posted bycceacmsadminFebruary 23, 2024February 22, 2024Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Financial Behaviors, money

Handy Tips for Lowering Your Bills

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To get a handle of your personal finance situation, take a look at six of the smartest ways people can start saving more of their dollars today.

Posted bycceacmsadminFebruary 23, 2024February 22, 2024Posted inSaving & Budgeting TipsTags: Bills, finances, money

Cheap Ways to Enjoy Your Winter Free Time

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Do you tend to hunker down at home once the temperatures dip below freezing? Here in the Midwest, we need to find ways to enjoy ourselves throughout the winter. You can start by looking through these ideas.

Posted bycceacmsadminJanuary 16, 2024Posted inCommunityTags: Activities, Midwest, Winter

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