5 Tips to Get Your Roof Ready for Spring
1. Examine Your Shingles Are there any shingles missing or curling? Maybe they’re just worn down? If you notice large […]
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Text Scams 101: What to Look for and How to Protect Your Information
Text message scams have become a popular tactic for scammers in recent years, with the goal of trying to trick […]
Let’s Be Direct: Direct Deposit
How Do I Set Up Direct Deposit? That’s it – easy as 1-2-3. Why Should I Set Up Direct Deposit? […]
What Job Ceiling? And Who’s Lying About the Jobs Report?
What Job Ceiling? And Who’s Lying About the Jobs Report? After dominating the news cycle for weeks, the debt ceiling […]
Plenty of Movement, Not Much Progress; More Volatility Ahead
Plenty of Movement, Not Much Progress; More Volatility Ahead The first week of any given month tends to have the […]
Spring Into a Sale: 5 Tips to Help Sell Your Home
5 Tips to Help Sell Your Home Spring is a popular time to sell a home, as the warmer weather […]
Spring Homebuying Tips
Get pre-qualified for a loan This could give you a sharp advantage over other buyers. It shows that you are […]
New Year’s Resolutions for First-time Homebuyers
It’s the time of year when we’re all focusing on fresh beginnings and setting goals for the future. Is buying […]
5 Trick-or-Treat Tips for Homeowners
Make sure your Halloween is full of treats, without the tricks. Check out these quick tips to keep your home safe during the fun.
Quick Tips to Help Sell Your Home This Fall
Here are a few tips to boost your chances for a quick and lucrative close. Light it Up. With fewer […]
To Pool or Not To Pool?
You may be ready to grab the noodle and dive right in, but we’re here to share the pros and […]
4 Painting Tips to Revamp Your Home
It might be time to ditch the wallpaper and revamp the interior of your home with a fresh paint job. […]
Looking for a Dream Home? Here’s What You Should and Shouldn’t Do
There are a few things that you can do to make the entire process a little more streamlined. Here are […]
Check Writing Fraud: Unmasking the Low-Tech Crime
Bank fraud often brings to mind sophisticated cybercrimes, but it’s crucial to not overlook the alarming prevalence of low-tech check writing fraud. This form of financial deception can inflict significant harm on older adults and small business owners who rely on traditional payment methods.
Beware of ATM Skimmers: Here’s What to Do if You’re Impacted
Beware of ATM Skimmers: Here’s What to Do if You’re Impacted ATM skimming is a type of fraud where criminals […]
Pop-up Scams 101: Red Flags to Watch for and Best Practices to Try Yourself
Red Flags to Watch for and Best Practices to Keep You Safe We’ve all been there. You’re browsing the web, […]
Help Older Adults Stay Cyber Safe
The internet provides opportunities for fun, learning, connectivity and more. But the web also creates a playground for fraudsters, especially […]
How to Have a Safe (and Successful) Online Shopping Season
More people than ever are going to be shopping online this winter holiday season. We’re here to make sure your “shopping trips” are both safe and successful.
What is Smishing and How To Avoid It?
Smishing is a form of phishing that uses your mobile phone’s SMS/text messaging to attempt to scam you, instead of […]
Will Primis Ask You This?
To make sure you’re prepared for any potential scam attempt, let’s play a quick game called Will Primis Ask You […]
Get Started Guide: Online Bill Pay
It’s the B word – bills. Keeping track of them can be such a hassle. The due dates, the logins, […]
Why You Should Choose Primis Over Chime
Quantity does not always equal quality. Just because you see their name a lot in advertising, doesn’t mean that Chime is the best place to bank with. . . because it’s not. There are three main reasons why should pick Primis. . .
Pro Tips to Save on Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we’re here with tips to help you save money while planning a feast that’s still food-coma-worthy.
Big Wins and Big Savings: How to Attend a Game on a Budget
We’ve called a timeout to provide you with some quick tips on how you can ball on a budget this […]
Money-Saving Tips for Back to School Season
The first thing that always comes to mind is to reuse supplies from the previous year, however, there are plenty […]