Financial Education

Tips for Applying for Grants & Scholarships

The process of applying for grants and scholarships can feel daunting at first – applications can often be lengthy and require what seems like a great deal of information. Here are some tips to get you started!

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College & Trade School Preparation

Student Education: College, Career Pathways and Financial Goals

Our college advisors pride themselves on taking the time to help you plan your next steps - from your best college, career, and funding options.

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Student Loans Personal Finance College & Trade School Preparation

25 Budget-Friendly Activities to Add to Your Family’s Fall Bucket List

Fall is right around the corner, and this time of year is always full of fun, free activities for families in our area! Need some inspiration for your fall bucket list? Read on for some budget-friendly ideas the whole family will love!

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Personal Finance

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25 Resources That Can Help Teach Your Kids About Money

It's no secret that teaching kids about personal finance from an early age can make a world of difference as they enter into young adulthood. However, teaching your little ones about a topic that you may not be totally comfortable with, or feel like you're still learning about yourself, isn't always easy. Plus, it can be difficult to make financial lessons exciting. Fortunately, there are plenty of resources to help you along the way — many of which make learning about money interactive and fun, too!

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Equifax Data Breach Settlement

Equifax has worked with the Federal Trade Commission and the Financial Protection Bureau to develop benefits geared toward helping consumers who were affected by the Equifax breach in September 2017.

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BlogCategories Fraud Protection & Security

7 Steps to Finding the Perfect Scholarships for You

Scholarships are one of the best ways to earn free money for your higher education. Not sure how to get started in finding the best scholarship options for you? Follow these easy steps and you'll be applying to several in no time!

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SCAM ALERT: Lapse of Home Warranty Coverage Letters from American Home Protect, LLC.

3Rivers members have reported receiving letters in the mail urging them to call a number about a time-sensitive matter on their mortgage. To their credit, something didn’t seem right. We've reviewed copies of these letters and can confirm that this is a scam.

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Fraud Protection & Security

Start Saving for Your Child’s College Education Now with a 529 Plan!

You might not have college on the brain if your child is only a few months or years old, but it's never too early to start thinking about the cost of their higher education. Start saving now and you'll lessen the financial stress and last-minute scrambling that could come when your son or daughter excitedly rips open an acceptance letter to their (very expensive) school of choice.

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College & Trade School Preparation

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