Money IQ

Beware of Government Imposter Scams (1) Important government programs designed to help citizens can backfire when scammers get involved!

The Importance of Backing Up your Computer (1) Are you backing up your important computer files at home? Without backups, you could lose important files--forever!

What is Social Engineering? (1) Social Engineering is any malicious activity that takes advantage of people by tricking them into sharing private information.

Costs to Selling a Home (1) While most people think about the profit they’d like to make when selling their home, there will be some expenses to keep in mind.

Placing a Fraud Alert (1) If you’re the victim of identity theft, or think you may be at risk, you should act quickly to protect yourself from further financial damage.

Don't Fall for Tech Support Scams (1) You don’t have to be a computer expert to recognize a tech support scam when you see one.

Your Plan of Attack After a Hack (1) When merchants are hacked, consumers are at risk. Is your credit or debit card in danger? Is there anything you can do? Find out now.

Making the Most of Credit Card Rewards (1) Credit cards should do more than help you spend; they should help you get rewards too! Learn what that can mean for you.

Can’t Qualify For A Traditional Credit Card? There Are Other Options To Consider. (1) Can't qualify for a traditional credit card? There are other options worth considering.

Can’t Find Your Payment Card? You Might Be Able To Turn It ‘Off’ Or ‘On’ Remotely. (1) Have you ever panicked over a misplaced debit or credit card? The solution might be simple - just turn your card off. Learn more.

Should I Use A Debit Card Or A Credit Card? (1) Do you know the differences between debit and credit cards?

Reasons Why You Should Use A Credit Card For Online Purchases (1) What type of card should you use when shopping online? Your credit card is probably safest. Find out why.

The Importance of Backing Up your Computer (1) Are you backing up your important computer files at home? Without backups, you could lose important files--forever!

Public Wifi (1) Whether you’re at home, at the office, or especially on a public wifi network, there are steps you can take to stay secure and guard your personal information.

Are You Prepared for a Cyberattack? In the midst of escalating international tensions, the threat of a cyberattack is at its peak. Are you prepared?

What Is The Dark Web And Why Should You Care? (1) What happens when stolen information shows up on the Dark Web. Is there anything you can do about it?

Your Computer Has Malware. What Should You Do? (1) Malware can be devastating. Here are some warning signs and things you can do to prevent it.

Zombie In Your House? Protect Your Computer From Becoming Part Of A Botnet. (1) How do you know if your computer is part of botnet? Here are some things to look for.

What is Social Engineering? (1) Social Engineering is any malicious activity that takes advantage of people by tricking them into sharing private information.

Placing a Fraud Alert (1) If you’re the victim of identity theft, or think you may be at risk, you should act quickly to protect yourself from further financial damage.

Start Protecting A Child’s Personal Information At An Early Age (1) You should start protecting your child's personal information from identity theft at an early age. Here are some tips.

Public Wifi (1) Whether you’re at home, at the office, or especially on a public wifi network, there are steps you can take to stay secure and guard your personal information.

Learn How To Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft In College (1) Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft while you’re in college. It’s a lesson that can last a lifetime.

Some Stolen Personal Data Is More Sensitive Than Others (1) Not all stolen data is equal. The more sensitive the information, the more damaging it can be. Learn what you can do.

Are You A Victim Of Identity Theft? It’s Time To Take Action. (1) You need to take action if you suspect you are a victim of identity theft. Here are some things you can do.

Protect Important Paper Documents To Keep Safe From Identity Theft (1) Are your paper documents safe from prying eyes that can lead to identity theft? Here are some things to consider.

Help Protect Your Kids Against Identity Theft (1) How do you guard a child’s personal information and what should you do if it is misused?

What Is A Data Breach And What Should You Do? (1) A data breach doesn't mean you will become an identity theft victim, but it can lead to that. Find out what you can do.

Start Protecting A Child’s Personal Information At An Early Age (1) You should start protecting your child's personal information from identity theft at an early age. Here are some tips.

You Can Help your Child Learn How to Manage their Savings (1) Teaching kids to save money is an important task that can benefit them throughout their lives.

Keep Your Child’s Money Safe – And Growing – With A Savings Account (1) There are ways to keep your child's savings safe, accessible, and growing. Learn how!

Take Some Time To Teach Young Kids The Basics Of Money (1) How do you start teaching young children about money? You talk about it in simple terms. Here are some examples.

Students Need To Watch For Possible Scholarship, Job Scams (1) Students need to be on the alert for scholarship and job scams. Find out why.

College Is Expensive. Start Thinking About Money For School Now. (1) College is expensive. Here are some things you should start thinking about now.

Checking Accounts Can Help Teens Keep Track Of Money (1) A checking account can be a great tool for teens. Find out why.

Help Protect Your Kids Against Identity Theft (1) How do you guard a child’s personal information and what should you do if it is misused?

Costs to Selling a Home (1) While most people think about the profit they’d like to make when selling their home, there will be some expenses to keep in mind.

What Makes a Good Credit Score? (1) If you’re thinking about applying for a credit card, getting a loan, or buying a house, you’re going to want to know your credit score.

Emergency Savings Can Help You Through Tough Times (1) Building an emergency savings account can help you get through tough times. Learn what you can do.

Paying Off Debt: Snowball vs. Avalanche (1) Sometimes paying off debt can feel impossible, especially if you owe a lot. So, what can you do? Consider the snowball or avalanche methods.

Need Student Financial Aid? Here’s A Great Place to Start. (1) Are you going to need student financial aid? Here's a great place to start.

Try To Avoid Common Financial Mistakes (1) What you do with your money can get you into a financial mess. Here are some tips to avoid that.

Think About Your Loan When Purchasing A New Or Used Vehicle (1) A loan can put you behing the wheel of a new or used vehicle, but are all loans created equal? Here are some things to consider.

Ready To Start A Family? It’s Time To Change Your Spending And Savings Habits. (1) Starting a family is the beginning of a new financial journey. Here are some things to think about.

Are You Taking The Time To Balance Your Checking Account? (1) Nervous about how much money is in your checking account? Learn why it's important to keep track of your balance.

Need A New Vehicle? Should You Buy Or Lease? (1) Is it time for a new vehicle? Should you buy or lease? Here are some things to consider.

What Should You Do After Being Turned Down For A Loan? (1) You've been turned down for a loan. Now what? Here are some things you can do to change that.

What Are Some Top Priorities For Family Financial Needs? (1) Families face a variety of daunting financial challenges. Here are some tips that might help you meet your needs.

What Happens When the Fed Raises Or Lowers Interest Rates? (1) How are consumers affected when the Fed lowers or raises lending rates?

Paying Debts and Learning To Save Money Can Reduce Your Financial Worries (1) Paying debts and learning to save money can reduce your financial concerns. Check out these tips.

Things To Know About Overdraft Protection (1) Considering overdraft protection for your checking account? Here are some things to think about.

An Emergency Savings Account Can Help Cover Unexpected Expenses (1) Find out how an emergency fund can come to the rescue when you face unexpected expenses.

Are You Saving For Your Future Needs? (1) How much money should you be saving to meet your future financial needs? Here are some tips.

Tips To Help Save You Money When Buying A New Vehicle (1) There are many things you can do to keep from crashing your bank account when buying a new vehicle.

What Is The Draw Of Cryptocurrency Like Bitcoin? (1) What’s the big draw of cryptocurrency like Bitcoin and why are so many people talking about it?

Learn How To Take Wise Financial Steps In Your 20s (1) We know it might not be easy, but your 20s is an important time to start building solid financial habits. Here are some tips.

Costs to Selling a Home (1) While most people think about the profit they’d like to make when selling their home, there will be some expenses to keep in mind.

What is a Qualified Mortgage? (1) Buying a home is a big step, so get a mortgage you can live with. A Qualified Mortgage is the safest choice.

Buy A Dream Home That Isn’t A Financial Nightmare (1) Don't let finding your 'dream home' turn into a financial nightmare. Here are some things to keep in mind.

Getting A Home Loan Might Be Easier Than You Think (1) Worried about the down payment for a home? You might have saved enough already.

Learn Ways To Protect Yourself From Moving Scams (1) Getting ready to move? Learn how to avoid getting caught in a costly moving scam.

Thinking About Refinancing Your Home Mortgage? (1) There are several reasons for refinancing your home mortgage. Is one right for your needs?

Things To Think About When You Leave Your Job With Money Invested In A 401(k) (1) What should you do with your 401(k) when you leave your job? Here are some options.

Tips On Looking Toward Retirement Income And Expenses (1) Will you have enough money when you retire? Here are some things to think about.

Are You Missing Out On ‘Free’ Retirement Money At Work? (1) Are you passing up a chance to get ‘free’ money at work? Learn how 401(k) matching funds make big a difference.

Saving For Retirement? Consider 401(k) Plans And IRAs (1) Saving for retirement? Learn how 401(k)s and IRAs can help you meet your goals.

Beware of Government Imposter Scams (1) Important government programs designed to help citizens can backfire when scammers get involved!

Don't Fall for Tech Support Scams (1) You don’t have to be a computer expert to recognize a tech support scam when you see one.

Beware of Work from Home Scams (1) While many businesses are offering legitimate remote work opportunities, there are also many work-from-home scammers who are looking for targets.

Watch Out For Signs of a Romance Scam (1) Looking for romance online? Don't get scammed.

Don’t Get Tricked By An Online Job Search Scam (1) Looking for a job online? Be careful of job scams that could cost you money and still leave you without work.

Keep Yourself Safe From Medicare Scams And Fraud (1) Are you guarding yourself from Medicare scams and fraud? Here are some things to consider.

Watch Out For Package Delivery Scams (1) Be on the lookout for package-delivery scams designed to infect your devices or to get access to your personal information.

Some Scammers Are Targeting Personal Payment Apps (1) Some scammers are trying to use that handy peer-to-peer mobile payment app to trick you out of your money. Learn more.

Students Need To Watch For Possible Scholarship, Job Scams (1) Students need to be on the alert for scholarship and job scams. Find out why.

Be on The Alert For ‘Update Account Information’ Scams (1) ‘Update account’ scams are common and can look very real. Here are some things to watch out for.

Learn Ways To Protect Yourself From Moving Scams (1) Getting ready to move? Learn how to avoid getting caught in a costly moving scam.

Watch Out For Scammers Claiming To Be From Your Bank (1) Here are some important things to think about if someone calls claiming to be from your financial institution.

Watch Out For Caller ID Spoofing Phone Calls (1) Your telephone can be a gold mine to scammers. Find out what you can do to prevent caller ID spoofing.

Protect Yourself From Costly Check Overpayment Scams (1) Beware if someone overpays you and then asks you to refund the overpayment amount. It could be a costly scam.

Seniors Need To Watch Out For Home Repair Scams (1) Seniors need to watch out for home-repair scams. Here are some tips to protect your money.

Protect Yourself From Becoming A Victim Of Gift Card Scams (1) Whether you get or give gift cards, you need to watch out for scammers. Find out why.

Reporting Suspected Financial Abuse Of The Elderly Is The Right Thing To Do (1) If you see or suspect financial abuse of the elderly you should report it. Find out why.

Secret Shopper Scams Can Leave You Holding The Bag (1) Find out how secret shopper scams can leave you holding the bag.

Keep Yourself Safe From Medicare Scams And Fraud (1) Are you guarding yourself from Medicare scams and fraud? Here are some things to consider.

Tips To Help Seniors Keep Their Money Safe (1) Online and mobile banking have tools to help seniors keep their money safe. Here are some things you can do.

Tips to Protect Yourself from Elder Financial Abuse (1) Seniors shouldn't rush into financial decisions or feel pressured to act until they are ready. Find out why.

Watch Out For Scammers Claiming To Be From Your Bank (1) Here are some important things to think about if someone calls claiming to be from your financial institution.

Don’t Share Too Much On Social Media (1) It's best not to share too much personal information on social media. Learn why.

Reporting Suspected Financial Abuse Of The Elderly Is The Right Thing To Do (1) If you see or suspect financial abuse of the elderly you should report it. Find out why.

Emergency Savings Can Help You Through Tough Times (1) Building an emergency savings account can help you get through tough times. Learn what you can do.

Learn How To Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft In College (1) Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft while you’re in college. It’s a lesson that can last a lifetime.

Paying Off Debt: Snowball vs. Avalanche (1) Sometimes paying off debt can feel impossible, especially if you owe a lot. So, what can you do? Consider the snowball or avalanche methods.

Need Student Financial Aid? Here’s A Great Place to Start. (1) Are you going to need student financial aid? Here's a great place to start.

It’s Important To Learn About Managing Your Money While In College (1) It might not be a class you take, but one of the most important things you can learn in college is how to manage money. Find out why.

Do You Know When You Need To Start Repaying Your Student Loans? (1) When it comes to your student loan, do you know when your payments will begin and how much you'll need to pay?

Paying Debts and Learning To Save Money Can Reduce Your Financial Worries (1) Paying debts and learning to save money can reduce your financial concerns. Check out these tips.

What Is The Draw Of Cryptocurrency Like Bitcoin? (1) What’s the big draw of cryptocurrency like Bitcoin and why are so many people talking about it?