A Back-to-School Guide for These Unconventional Times

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This year, back-to-school season is all about getting ready for a school year that promises to be unlike any other. Here’s a  guide to helping your child prepare for the new school year in these unconventional times.

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A Helpful Guide to Using Your Credit Cards

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Using your credit cards responsibly is a great way to boost your credit score and your financial wellness. Here are some helpful tips you need to know about responsible credit card usage.

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COVID-19 is Causing a Coin Shortage

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Got change? The latest commodity to run in short supply during COVID-19 is coins. Although we are increasingly becoming a cashless society, coins play an integral role in day-to-day commerce, and a decreased supply can severely impact small businesses that are already struggling. Here’s what you need to know about the most recent shortage caused by COVID-19.

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Beware of Back-to-School Tuition Scams

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Back-to-school season means a flurry of shopping — and a flurry of scams. Scammers know that students and their parents are caught up in a frenzy of preparations and errands and are, therefore, more likely to fall victim to schemes. As you get ready for school, look out for these scams targeting college students and parents of private school students that tend to peak before the start of the school year.

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