Personal Finance

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month and let’s be honest, life insurance isn’t a topic people typically like to talk about. It’s a scary subject - one that makes you confront your own death, ask questions that you’d rather not consider, and ponder outcomes that are unthinkable. Nonetheless, it’s incredibly important and an essential component of a smart financial...

Just like purchasing your home, selling it is a journey all its own. Whether you’re aiming to sell your home in one year or five, you can make a number of small changes that offer a big return on your home’s value. Try these key improvements and see the effect on your next home assessment. 

As you begin to write your to-do list of cleaning your home this spring, it’s time to add another section to your list: finances. You wouldn’t believe how helpful it is to do a deep cleaning of your finances every spring. It can contribute to increased feelings of determination and confidence in all areas of your life. Here are the 4 best cleaning moves to add to your list!

Buying a home may be a common practice for the average American, but it is not a simple one. This is especially true if you are new to the game and have yet to learn the ins and outs of the process. No need to worry, we have plenty of experience from our years in the home buying business and are willing to share the best-kept secrets on the market!

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Staying on top of your finances can prove challenging, especially when bills, debt, daily expenses and saving come into play. Finding your way to financial freedom takes time which is why Peoples Bank has compiled a few steps you can take to improve your finances.

Some people always pay full price for items. Nowadays, there should be no reason to empty your wallet to that extreme. You can...

Going through a divorce is never easy. Even when it’s an amicable parting, there are still many steps to take and parts to figure out. Finances are perhaps on the biggest component to work through, particularly with your bank accounts and loans.  

Here are some actions to consider with your bank, after taking the advice of a well-trained lawyer, when going through a divorce.

Separate your bank accounts

The first step you should take is...

You’ve made the decision that you are tired of renting and ready to step into the world of home ownership. Good for you! You may be wondering what your next steps should be in order to be financially prepared for this major investment. Here are some creative ways to ramp up your savings for this exciting adventure!

Is the place you’re living now truly the most cost effective...

What’s the secret to having a large savings account? Spending less money is, of course, a simplified answer. But what does that look like in your daily life? We have gathered some out of the box tips that you may have not considered before. Get ready for ideas that will challenge your spending in a new way!

This concept is very counter to the message that society...

Welcome to 2019, where concocting elaborate New Year’s resolutions seems commonplace. Resolutions are great motivating tools, but they don’t have to be huge, complicated schemes. They can be as simple as becoming more healthy or financially responsible.

We want to help you maximize the upcoming 12 months. Here are three simple ways you can improve your finances.

Create a comprehensive budget

Any financial goal you have needs to start here....

It can be hard to determine where to start your savings goals. With the many different options on the internet or at your local bank, it can be overwhelming. How do you decide between a basic savings account and a certificate of deposit?

To start, there are four main savings account options out on the market. Here’s a breakdown of each and how they can fit into your wants and needs.

Traditional savings

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