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Top Ten Cybersecurity Tips

Posted on February 26, 2019 | Categories: Cyber Security, General

With our reliance on technology increasing in nearly every facet of our lives, it is more important than ever that you are educated on how to protect yourself and your assets from cyber threats. Hackers are interested in anyone and everyone’s information. It does not matter if you don’t think you have anything worth stealing. Your identity itself is incredibly valuable on the black market. Take the proper precautions and follow these simple cybersecurity tips!

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6 Simple Ways To Save

Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, General, Personal Finances, Savings

Finding new and exciting ways to save can prove tricky. We’ve all heard of making a list before grocery shopping and sticking to it, as well as cutting cable and dropping unused gym memberships. Fairfax State Savings Bank has put together some tried, trusted and simple ways to save to get your financial game back on track!

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Tags: save, simple savings
Why Choose a Local Bank?

Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Community, General, Personal Finances, Savings

Whether in bustling cities or the rural Midwest, community banks improve lives in the communities they serve. This seems to be a popular notion across the nation, as can be seen by their large local support. According to the ICBA, community banks make up 96 percent of all banking institutions in the country. They are successful because they work and are a positive light in the community.

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Tags: community, local
Money Savings Tips to Keep Your Finances On Track

Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings

Does it seem like your savings plan always becomes derailed? Starting too big or having unrealistic goals can prove faulty. Once you do have some money saved, it may be difficult to know what to do with all of it - leaving you wondering where to go from there. Luckily, we have compiled a list of simple saving guidelines to keep your finances on track.

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Tags: finances, save
5 To-Dos Before Buying a Home

Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Consumer Loans, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Personal Loans, Savings

Are you about to begin the hunt for your future home? We understand that the home buying process can become overwhelming, which is why we’d like to offer you a little insight. Start your home buying journey off right by completing this checklist!

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Tags: home, home buyer
Saving for Retirement: How Much Is Enough?

Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Retirement, Savings

Over the years, we put away money for important events such as a baby, college tuition, a new car or house. Those tangible items make it worth the amount we set aside. However, retirement is a harder concept to grasp, as it is far off into the future. For this reason, we wanted to help shed some light on how much is actually enough when saving for retirement.

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Tags: retirement, save
6 Steps To Improve Your Finances

Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings

Staying on top of your finances can prove challenging, especially when bills, debt, daily expenses and saving come into play. Finding your way to financial freedom takes time which is why Fairfax State Savings Bank has compiled a few steps you can take to improve your finances.

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Tags: finances
Cheap, Fun Winter Activities

Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal

Enjoy the winter wonderland happening outside with your family! Don’t stay cooped up in the house all day - find something fun to do. Create quality time with those close to you with a few of the below ideas from Fairfax State Savings Bank.

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Tags: cheap, winter
5 Creative Ways to Save for Your New Home

Posted on January 7, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, General, Mortgages, Personal Loans, Savings

You’ve made the decision that you are tired of renting and ready to step into the world of home ownership. Good for you! You may be wondering what your next steps should be in order to be financially prepared for this major investment. Here are some creative ways to ramp up your savings for this exciting adventure!

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Tags: home, save
Saving For Retirement in Your 30’s

Posted on January 7, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Retirement, Savings

Congratulations, after your roaring twenties, you have made it to the thriving thirties. Unfortunately, with another candle added to the cake comes another responsibility. People in their thirties have a very high amount of expenses from a house payment to the cost of little ones, which is why we wanted to offer the following solutions to saving.

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Tags: 30, retire