The Basics of Call Options (and How They Can Be Used as Part of Your Investment Strategy)
The emerald-cut rock you slipped on your partner’s finger while down on bended knee was a symbol of your intent to marry. But in some instances — for one reason or another — that diamond might not turn into an “I do.” You can think of a call option as the engagement ring of the […]
How Covered Calls Can Fit into Your Investment Strategy
Ok, so you may not be a professional day trader. But you are the type of investor who prefers trading individual stocks, options, and other securities on your own. So you’re always on the lookout for different approaches to implement within your own investment strategy. One option trading strategy that has gained momentum among DIY […]
How to Build a Better Bank: Credence Global Bank Executives Discuss the Launch of the Brand and 10 Years of Doing Right for Customers
Do you remember your frustration as you waited on hold for almost an hour to speak to someone at your bank? Or what about when you got a “deal” on a mortgage only to later find out your lender wasn’t transparent and you owed hundreds more each month in interest charges? How many times have […]
How to Save for Vacation: Tips and Tricks to Help Make Your Dream Vacation Affordable
Whether you’re a camper, theme-park enthusiast, or international adventurer, summer is one of the best times to travel. The kids are out of school and, while adults don’t get a three-month break from laptops, meetings, or their bosses, summer is the time to have some fun in the sun. According to a recent AAA Travel […]
FDIC vs. SIPC: Protecting Your Money
Navigating and truly understanding the world of finance can be challenging. Aside from deciding where to put your money, there’s the added puzzle of trying to decode what all those darn acronyms mean. From IRA and ETF to APR versus APY and the NYSE (if you’re not familiar, that’s the New York Stock Exchange), it’s […]
5 Things You Need to Know About Our Money Market Account
Sometimes you need a safe place to put your money that earns more interest than a checking account, but gives you more flexible access than a certificate of deposit (CD) or savings account. Maybe you’re building a house and need to write a few checks to contractors or taking care of wedding expenses as you […]
‘Mom and Dad, It’s Time to Have The Money Talk’
No parent-to-child talk trumps the birds and the bees in terms of awkwardness. Crying in your mom’s arms after your first breakup or learning from your dad how best to handle a bully have nothing on when your parents sit you down and describe … that. As you get older, those big talks with your […]
What’s the Difference Between Your Manufacturer’s Warranty and a Vehicle Service Contract?
If you were to get hit with unexpected car trouble today, what would you do to get back on the road and keep your life moving? It’s a stressful scenario no one wants to think about, but it’s worthwhile to have a get-back-on-the-road plan. So, stick with us. If a part of your vehicle fails, […]
Your Three-Minute Guide to Simple Interest
With many things in life — your favorite recipes, your morning routine — it pays to keep things, well … simple. That’s especially true when it comes to borrowing money or saving it. Simple interest is a term you might’ve heard before, but you might not fully understand how it works. Not to mention how […]
When Your Car Breaks Down, a Vehicle Service Contract Can Help You Keep On
Maybe you’ve heard this one before. (Or worse, experienced it yourself.) You’re in the car headed to work, listening to your favorite tunes or podcast. The road is open, your mind is clear, and the day seems free for the taking. Then, your car makes a horrible noise and you’re forced to pull over on […]
