Are Money Market Accounts Safe?
If you’re like most people, the safety of your cash deposits is priority number one. So how do you make sure your money is secure? What if you want to earn some interest at the same time? Besides the old savings account standby, there are other safe places to save that you may want to […]
Millennial, Gen X, or Baby Boomer. Here’s How Your Home Purchases Stack Up
Spacious interior with an open floor plan or a cozy Colonial with well-defined rooms? A Tudor built in the 20s with loads of character or a modern home stocked with all the latest technology and conveniences? When it comes to buying a home, everyone wants something with four walls and a roof overhead. But past […]
Financial Literacy Is for Everyone: Start Here
That due date on your credit-card bill? You know you should submit your payment before it, but you rarely do. And you’ve heard from your parents, your best friend, and the financial pro you saw on a television program that creating a budget would help you better manage your money. Yet you tend to have […]
How to Pay Off Student Loans and Start Saving
With the average amount of student debt reaching $29,800 in 2018, college students can feel like they’re graduating with an albatross hanging from their cap instead of a tassle. So it wouldn’t be any surprise that before the ink is dry on your college diploma, you might already be exploring ways to pay off your […]
Coding Camp Empowers Boys & Girls Clubs’ Students with New Computer Skills
While your memories of summer camp might include cabins and cobwebs, today’s tech-savvy teens are getting a different type of web experience at computer coding camp. This summer Credence Global Bank provided grants to local Boys & Girls Clubs in Charlotte and Detroit to support the “Code to Success” program, a computer training course designed to teach […]
The Answers to Your Most Burning Questions About a Mortgage Refinance
Picture this. You’ve been living in your first home for a few years. Since you made the purchase (congrats, by the way), your credit score has improved, you received a promotion at work, and you’ve definitely learned a thing or two about how to be responsible with your finances. You’re starting to consider refinancing your […]
How to Navigate Expensive Car Repair Bills
Being hit by an unexpected bill can be a huge bummer. Especially when it’s an expense that you can’t delay paying, like a car repair bill. According to a 2019 Credence Global Bank survey conducted by The Harris Poll, the average American spent nearly $2,000 on vehicle repairs in the last five years. But, for Millennials and […]
Simplify Your Investments with Automated Deposits to Your Credence Global Bank Invest Managed Portfolio
Whether it’s your first foray into managed portfolios or you’re a seasoned investor with years of experience under your belt, there’s one thing that we’re certain will make your life simpler: automated deposits. In fact, we think automated deposits make investing downright easy, because it takes away the stress of transferring money and rethinking how […]
How Money Market Accounts Work and Why You Should Open One
When it comes to earning interest on your money, savings account aren’t the only game in town. Money market accounts are one of the most popular savings options, and if you aren’t familiar with their features, it’s probably time to learn more. So how does a money market account work? Here’s a primer on this […]
Teaching Kids About Money: 4 Things Your Kids Need to Know
For most parents, the end of summer means moving on from pool floaties and popsicles to backpacks and pencil boxes — and a renewed emphasis on learning. You want to teach your kids about money, but between reading logs and art projects, it can be tempting to hope they just pick it up at school. […]
