Core Bank Blog
The Core Bank blog serves as a resource for customers to learn more about topics like financial literacy, loans, digital banking, real estate, business, and community events. We’re your go-to source for all things banking-related!
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Don’t Fall for this On-the-Rise Cybersecurity Threat
Cyber-attacks and scams have been on the rise recently. Corporations, governments, and individuals have all been targets of these attacks. With so much of our daily activities being conducted online, it’s more important than ever to be alert and know how to protect yourself and/or your business.
How to save big at the gas pump
As you probably know, gasoline prices are the highest they’ve been in years. With supply issues and many Americans making more domestic travel plans this year, it’s easy to see why. While you can expect to pay more at the pump now compared to this time last year,...
Seven Ways Aggregation Tools Help You Stay on Top of Your Finances
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed while trying to stay on top of your personal finances? Using multiple apps to track your activity is a hassle. With aggregation tools, you can kiss app switching goodbye and access all your accounts in one place....
Polar Plunge 2021
On April 23, 2021, Core Bank employees came together for the annual Polar Plunge fundraising event, raising over $19,000!
Five Basics of Financial Literacy
Financial literacy is the ability to understand and employ a variety of financial principles such as personal finance management, investing, and budgeting. Having a strong understanding of the basics can help you reach life’s most important goals like buying a home,...
Community At The Core- National Volunteer Week
Happy National Volunteer Week! What a perfect opportunity to showcase one of the many reasons to bank local: the deep roots we have in our community. With many opportunities to volunteer and get involved, Core Bank is empowering our employees to continue...
Teaching kids about money
With many states not requiring personal finance classes in high school, it’s important to help your young ones build a sturdy financial foundation early on. Don’t know where to start when it comes to teaching about money? We have put together a blueprint for you to...
Making the most of your tax refund
“Americans have already started receiving money back. When you combine tax refunds with the most recent round of Economic Impact Payments you have many people receiving an influx of cash. What can you do to wisely manage this money?”
Ask Yourself These Six Questions Before Choosing a Mortgage
Choosing a mortgage doesn’t have to be a daunting process. Here are a few questions to ask yourself in preparation for choosing the right loan for you.
Is a Roth IRA a good fit for you?
If your retirement planning includes funding a traditional IRA (or 401[k]), congratulations. You’re reducing your bill to Uncle Sam in every year you contribute. Great! Right? Maybe not so great. The flip side of traditional IRAs is that a withdrawal is a taxable...
The articles in this blog are for informational purposes only and not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations. When making decisions about your financial situation, consult a financial professional for advice. Articles are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.