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  • Home Buying 101

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    What to know before you buy.

    Whether you are buying your first home or second it can be an exhilarating, yet intimidating life event. Purchasing a home is one of the largest financial expenditures most people will make in their lifetime. As a result, it’s critical to understand your finances and the home buying process before making your offer.

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  • How to choose a bank for your business.

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    Questions for conducting bank interviews beyond the rates.

    You’ve created your business plan and are trying to figure out how to choose the right bank for your business. The majority of banks offer similar products, rates and banking services. So, what questions should you be asking when you conduct interviews of local banks and bankers for your business?

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  • Business bank accounts: What you need to open one.

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    Pro tip: Your side hustle needs a bank account too!

    Whether you are starting a million-dollar business venture or hoping to make $500 on your side hustle this year you should have a business bank account.

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  • Business 101: How to make your business idea happen.

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    How to kick off a viable business idea.

    You have a great idea for a product or service that you want to launch into a successful business! Now you are wondering what should I do next to make this idea a reality. Here are five components to help you start on the right foot.  

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  • What is a personal financial statement.

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    What’s your net worth and why does it matter?

    Net worth is a term you hear in the news when they discuss wealthy people but, news flash, everyone has a net worth and it is important to know yours. A simple way to find your net worth is to create a personal financial statement (PFS).

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