Looming “Fiscal Cliff” Continues to Fuel Economic Uncertainty
One month, the numbers tell us that economic conditions are softening, the next month we discover the economy is on the rise. It almost sounds like a political debate where the views of reality are so...
View ArticleCatch Him If You Can:An Insider’s Look at Identity Theft Prevention
I recently attended Moravian Manor’s Engaging Community Program, which featured speaker Frank Abagnale, whose life is the subject of the popular book, movie and Broadway play, ‘Catch Me If You Can’....
View ArticleFocus on Financial Literacy for National Young Readers Week
Do you know that November 12th is the start of National Young Readers Week? Susquehanna is dedicated to furthering the cause of literacy, and does so through its Mind Your Pennies events. Mind Your...
View ArticleAmerica Saves Week: February 25 – March 3
Perhaps this has happened to you when walking into your favorite store…the first thing you see is a rack screaming “JUST ARRIVED – 50% OFF TODAY!” and you think to yourself, “Great! I will be able to...
View ArticleGoing Green Can Save You Green
“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – Native American Proverb Earth Day is Monday, April 22. It’s meant to inspire each of us to take better care of the...
View ArticleTaming Today’s Prom Budget
I was surprised when I read an article about the staggering cost of today’s high school prom. The article states: “The cost of prom night rose 5 percent this year to an average $1,139 per attendee.”...
View ArticleVacation Savings Tips that Add up to Hundred$ In Your Wallet
I try not to take a vacation from being frugal, even when I’m on vacation. Sure, I’ll try to squeeze in a nice, indulgent dinner at a great restaurant, but I can feel good about doing it when I know...
View ArticleHow Long Can You Go Without …? Take ‘Financial Dare’ and Watch Savings Add Up
Remember playing Truth or Dare as a kid? Sure, we all do. Well, what if I asked you to play right now – financially? Don’t worry, I’m not suggesting you take a big financial risk (or tell us a deep...
View ArticleThe Best Financial Advice I’ve Received, Courtesy of Dad.
I had a garage sale last weekend, full of mounds and mounds of baby clothes and toys that I had no qualms about parting with. In fact, I couldn’t believe we had amassed that much “stuff” in four years....
View ArticleCool down and save $$ with these energy-saving tips
As if you need a blog right now to tell you to appreciate your air conditioning. Nevertheless, the period between July 3 and Aug. 15 is known as National Air Conditioning Appreciation Days. Those with...
View ArticleFinancial should-haves and could-haves: What are yours?
I should have… If only I would have… Why did I EVER…? Do you find yourself looking at your savings account, 401(k) balance, checkbook and wonder where your paycheck went and what happened to your nest...
View ArticleBanking through the decades: Tips for your 20s, 30s and beyond
My parents opened a savings account for me shortly after I was born to deposit any money I received from birthdays to babysitting jobs. I opened my first checking account after I started my first...
View ArticleWho says romance is dead? It’s National Resurrect Romance Week!
Valentine’s Day was almost six months ago – the chocolates have been eaten, the flowers are long gone, the busyness of summer has set in, and you can’t even remember when you had a night out. Maybe it...
View ArticleFacing Financial Fears on Friday the 13th
Do you catch the ‘creeps’ on Friday the 13th? Even if superstition isn’t your thing, it’s tough to avoid the sense of fear that lingers. This Friday is the first occurrence of the dreaded day this year...
View ArticleScarier than Halloween: Cybersecurity attacks
Take a walk outside tonight and there’s a good chance you’ll find ghouls, goblins, vampires and maybe even zombies roaming the streets. Hey, it’s Halloween. These things happen. But potentially more...
View ArticleNovember is National Adoption Month: For those considering adoption, help may...
What do actress Melissa Gilbert of Little House on the Prairie fame and Wendy’s founder Dave Thomas have in common? They were both adopted. So was figure skater Scott Hamilton, as well as Apple...
View ArticleGifts for your children’s teachers? It doesn’t have to break the bank.
Each year, I struggle with the thought of Christmas gifts for my children’s teachers. Do I get gifts for them or not – that is the question? I haven’t always given gifts to them, but, but last year I...
View ArticleWhen is the best time of year to buy furniture, sneakers, dishware and other...
Did you know April is one of the best times of the year buy sneakers? And May is the best time to buy a refrigerator or a mattress? Maybe you knew that, but I had no clue! I consider myself Continue...
View ArticleIn honor of Presidents’ Day, let’s test your knowledge of who’s on what bill
What do Presidents’ Day and the bank have in common? No, it’s not taking the day off. It’s money. Presidents are featured on nearly all of the coins and currency we use today. So, in honor of this...
View ArticleReady for spring? This season’s harsh winter a bane for some, boon for others
If you live within Susquehanna’s footprint, you have had a rough winter. Sub-zero temperatures, ice storms, snow that just won’t quit – we have seen it all. It’s likely that the cost of heating your...
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