All You Need to Know About Savings Certificates

January 2 by Jennifer Schmelling

As an institution devoted to your financial wellness, Maps offers several secure options for your savings. One of our most popular savings products is our certificates of deposits, commonly referred as CDs. These accounts offer the best of both worlds when it comes to your savings. You'll be giving your money a great chance at growth without subjecting it to the risks of investing in the stock market.
 
Let's take a closer look at how certificates work and why they might be the perfect choice for you.

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5 Misleading Advertising Ploys To Beware Of This Black Friday

November 1 by Jennifer Schmelling

The holiday deals are starting early this year - be an informed consumer and shop smartly!

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How Much Money Should I Keep in My Checking Account?

September 16 by Jennifer Schmelling

What about our checking accounts? Most of us use these accounts on a daily basis. Every swipe of a debit card, every bill we pay and every personal check we write takes money out of our checking account.

How much money should we be keeping in these super-convenient accounts? Let’s find out.

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5 Ways To Spring Clean Your Finances

April 1 by Jennifer Schmelling

1. Dust Off Your New Year's Resolutions
2. Sweep Out Your Monthly Budget
3. Freshen Up Your W-4
4. Pile Up Your Savings
5. Toss Your Debt

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