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How to Save for Periods Without a Paycheck
Did you know that two out of five wage and salary earners over the age of 15 know their schedule less than one month in advance? If that sounds like you, or if you're a teacher on a 10-month pay cycle, try this calculator to help you figure out the best approach to savings during those periods without pay.
Did you know that two out of five wage and salary earners over the age of 15 know their schedule less than one month in advance? If that sounds like you, or if you're a teacher...
How to Protect Yourself Against Cybercrime
The number of cybercrimes continues to increase day by day. This can sometimes make it hard for you to completely protect yourself from these threats. But the more you know...
Learn How to Be A Phishing Attack Detective
Join Us: the 12 Days of Giving
This holiday season, First Bank team members across the Carolinas are participating in the 12 Days of Giving. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference, and we'd love to...
How to Get Debit Card Rewards Points
Choosing the best bank to use can be a task. You might consider mobile banking options, whether they offer home loans or competitive rates, and how quickly and easily you can...
Three Tips to Building Your Emergency Savings
Trying to stay on top of your finances and budgeting for monthly expenses can be stressful, especially when unexpected car repairs, job related issues, or natural disasters...
Teach Teens to Save: Banking Tips For A Financial Future
We know learning may look a little different these days, so we’ve put together a guide to help boost your teen’s knowledge of banking. In this guide, you and your teen will find...
Lock It Up: Protect Your Login Info
The Taxman Cometh
Do you have a stack of forms sitting on your counter that you’re dreading sorting through? If so, you might have FOTM, or Fear of the Tax Man. It can often hit around February...
Budgeting Tips for Newlyweds
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