Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle What to do if you’re a victim of fraud or scams  Online scams are becoming more and more common – in 2023 alone, identify fraud cost Americans $43 Billion, most of these scams began online.   Scams are a crime – using fraud and manipulation to get you to part with your money or personal information. Criminals are experts at impersonating people, organizations and the police....

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle 4 tips to give your kids before they start college  Do you have children who are about to make the jump and start college in the fall? It’s an exciting time full of new people, new cities, and a whole new sense of independence. However, the experience can often be overshadowed by ever-growing concerns about money. That’s why we’ve got 4 top tips to help your children stay on top of their...

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle What you need to know before you open a joint account  Joint accounts are great for partners who share money or want to pay bills from a single account. Before you begin the process of signing up to a joint bank account, here’s the things you need to think about.  How to open a joint account  The process of opening the account is almost exactly the same as opening a solo account. ...

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle Budget friendly family fun! Finding affordable activities that the whole family can enjoy can be a bit of a challenge. However, with a little creativity and planning, it’s possible to create unforgettable memories without breaking the bank! Here are some budget-friendly ideas that promise fun for the entire family: Family movie night Pick a family favorite, make some popcorn, and...

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle Guide to Home Buying – Part 1 Navigating life’s financial pathways can bring various changes—some planned, others unexpected. Purchasing a home, a significant milestone for many, embodies this journey of change. This guide aims to simplify and clarify your path to homeownership, offering practical advice to make informed decisions that align with your long-term financial...

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle 5 tourist traps that could be costing you money  Realizing that you’ve overpaid for something is never fun. So how do you avoid the tourist traps and get the most authentic experience on vacation while ensuring that every penny is well spent?  Expensive transportation  Though convenient, taxi and ride share costs can quickly add up. Walking is a great way to see a city, and these...

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle Tips for teaching your kids about money How we view money – in the form of our financial beliefs and behaviors – is largely influenced by what we learn from our parents and those around us while we’re a child. To help you raise money-savvy children, we’ve come up with five easy tips that you can introduce to your children while they’re young to help them understand...

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle How to support family members in financial need In the years since the global pandemic, financial landscapes have shifted dramatically for many Americans. With over half reporting financial struggles due to escalating costs, the need for support has never been more pronounced. For those considering aiding a family member or friend through a rough patch, integrating...

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn  |  Family, Home & Lifestyle 5 of life’s major milestones to start preparing for Embarking on a financial planning journey might feel like navigating through a dense fog, but laying out a roadmap early is essential for achieving those pivotal life milestones we often dream about. While everyone’s vision for their life’s journey is unique, several key milestones tend to be universal...