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Knowing how and when to tip is a key part of growing up. Tipping is a way to show appreciation for good service and support people in jobs that often rely on tips to make a decent living. Here's a guide to help you navigate the sometimes-confusing world of tipping etiquette.

Wire transfers are a powerful tool for moving money quickly and securely across the globe. Understanding how they work, the costs involved, and best practices for their use can help you make the most of this service with Advancial.

Wire transfers are a powerful tool for moving money quickly and securely across the globe. Understanding how they work, the costs involved, and best practices for their use can help you make the most of this service with Advancial.

Here's how to get the most NCUA deposit insurance coverage.

Buying a car requires a lot of time and research. On top of deciding on the model and features you want, finding the right financing options can seem overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you navigate the process of financing your next set of wheels.

Credit unions are an essential part of our community. Our members are also your friends, family, co-workers and neighbors. They care enough about where they live to invest their money locally.

When it comes to managing our money, the most common options are either credit unions or banks. Banks and credit unions both offer the same products and services, and both are federally insured by their respective government agencies, but what’s the difference between the two, and which is the best fit for your financial needs?

Perhaps you had good credit in the past, but now you’re experiencing a much lower credit score due to life choices or circumstances. Or, you may be building your credit for the first time. Whatever the situation, you can rely on Advancial to provide you with products that can help re-establish your payment history.

If your dream is to own a home of your own, you are likely saving up, dollar by hard-earned dollar, until you have that magic number: 20% of your dream home’s total value. That’s what all the experts say, right?

Whether you’re just starting out in your career or nearing retirement, maximizing your savings may help you reach your goals and overcome any financial bumps in the road.

What’s not to love about shopping online? After browsing and a couple of clicks, merchandise is delivered to your door. Along with ease and convenience, online shopping can offer plenty of opportunities for thieves and scammers to steal your financial information.

In today's fast-paced and complex world, it is crucial for parents to equip their children with financial skills that help them navigate the challenges of managing money. By instilling good financial habits early on, parents can lay the foundation for a financially savvy future.

In today's interconnected world, where digital transactions and online banking have become the norm, it is crucial to prioritize the security of your financial information. With cyber threats lurking at every corner of the internet, protecting your personal and financial data has become more important than ever.

As you may have noticed when buying anything lately, America is experiencing significant inflation – the highest in 40 years, according to economists. What really is inflation? How did we get to this point? What’s being done about it? And most importantly, what can you do to reduce the effect of inflation on your personal budget?

When it comes to Workplace Financial Wellness, one of the first questions asked by Benefits Administrators is, “How do I incorporate this type of benefit into my overall wellness plan?”

Hackers often try to take advantage of unsuspecting people by posing as their financial institution, referred to as spoofing. They often use common communication methods, such as phone calls, email or text messages.

If you've recently been rejected from a credit or loan application, it may be because of your credit score being too low. If that’s the case, there are a number of reasons why that may be.

You’ve decided on a college and sent in your enrollment deposit — now it’s time to organize your finances and prepare for your move. Moving away to college may be the first time you’re living independently and making your own financial decisions.

Life is full of choices, including whether to bank with a credit union, like Advancial, or a traditional bank. Unlike banks, credit unions like Advancial are not-for-profit organizations that exist exclusively to serve their members.

While you may know a lot about test scores, how much do you know about credit scores? One day, these scores will have an important influence over financial matters in your life, so it pays to learn about them sooner rather than later.