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Money Supply - Money supply is the total amount of money available in an economy at any particular point in time. Money is required for both consumers and businesses to make purchases. Money is defined as currency in circulation and demand deposits (funds held in bank accounts.) Read More...
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Banks, Credit Unions, and Savings & Loan Institutions - When someone talks about banking, they generally group together Banks, Credit Unions, and Savings and Loans all in one - but their differences can have a big impact on the services you get! Read More...
Preparing for Spending Shocks - “Spending Shocks” are large, irregular expenses. Many people do not budget enough to successfully deal with spending shocks, which can be detrimental to their personal financial health. If you don't want to get struck with… Read More...
Buy vs Lease Calculator - Use the calculator to see if buying or leasing a home is better for you! Read More...
Short Term Financing - “Short Term” financing means taking out a loan to make a purchase, usually with the loan term at less than a year. Short-term financing usually has a higher interest rate than long-term loans - and… Read More...