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Vantage Credit Score- View in Mobile App

Your credit score gauges your creditworthiness. Lenders use it to determine if your loan request is approved, the rate you will pay, and how much you will be approved for. … Read more »

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Save for Something Special- A Youth Post

Learning how to save money early in life is important!  Every young saver is unique, but most people who save regularly as adults developed the habit as a kid.  The… Read more »

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Buy Local Spend Local for a chance to win

While the exact numbers are hard to pin down, thousands of small local businesses closed their doors in the last year, and according to some studies about 60% of them… Read more »

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Preapprove Your Way to a Better Car Deal

Getting preapproved for an auto loan gives you a big advantage.  It not only shows the car sales staff that you’re a serious buyer but it also removes the pressure… Read more »

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Help Kids Get Money Savvy

One of the most important life skills you can teach your kids is how to manage their own money. The sooner they start to learn about finances, the more likely… Read more »

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How to Give Wisely This Season

How to Give Wisely This Season If you’re going to give, it makes sense to do it intelligently and for the right reasons. Here are four steps to making sure… Read more »