As Americans anticipate a second stimulus check, institutions have time to prepare for the inevitable. With this comes an influx of potential fraud scams targeting consumers and institutions. The top eight warning signs to share with customers are: 1. If...
Now that the holiday season is shifting into high gear, many shoppers are turning to gift cards in an effort to purchase gifts for family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers. These are highly convenient gift choices that offer a high level of versatility for both the...
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, more and more people are becoming increasingly leaning towards shopping online rather than in-person at local retail outlets, such as department stores and malls. It has been forecasted that e-commerce sales will grow by 35% during...
Teaching kids about money is one of the most advantageous things you can do for their future. As kids, we were often informed that money is not something that grows on trees. Many of us may have received a small allowance for our contributions to the household....
While it is true that Section 31 U.S.C 5103 states that coins and paper currency outlined as “Federal Reserve Notes” are considered to be legal tender for public charges, debts, taxes, and other types of financial dues, many businesses are refusing to accept cash as a...
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