Preparing Your Teen for a Credit Card
Updated: Sept. 7 2023 One thing we could all do with is a little more knowledge about credit and … Read more
How to Lower Electric Bill & Gas Bill?
A higher than expected natural gas bill is not the kind of surprise you enjoy getting in the mail. It’s … Read more
Refer a Friend to Emery!
Earning $25 now and $25 later is easy as 1-2-3! For every friend, family member, or colleague you refer to … Read more
How to Increase Your Gas Mileage
No amount of wishful thinking will lower prices at the pump. Instead, focus on efforts that will make a difference—follow … Read more
What is Net Worth?
A lot of people think that net worth is a fancy way of saying how much money someone has, but … Read more
Ransomware
Everyone has secrets—personal data, passwords, private documents, etc—and people will spend lots of money to keep this information secret or … Read more
Romance & Dating Scams
They love me, they love me not. Here’s how you can prevent yourself from falling victim to some of the … Read more
Spring Cleaning is for Finances, Too
There’s nothing quite like airing out your home from a long winter, scrubbing it down to a sparkly shine, and … Read more
Up to 1% Off Your Auto Loan Rate!
Start planning your next big road trip with a new car! For a limited time, everyone can earn up to … Read more
$500 off Mortgage Closing Cost Special!
There’s never been a better time to buy your dream home! Let Emery help you buy or refinance your dream … Read more
Avoiding Inappropriate Investments
If a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is. You’ll need to keep your eyes open and … Read more
Scams Targeting Seniors
Scammers target seniors more aggressively than any other group. Recognizing the most common scams helps prevent your money and personal … Read more
Mobile Banking
Mobile banking provides a convenient, safe way to access your funds when you’re unable to visit a branch. What is … Read more
Recognizing and Avoiding Scams
Con artists cheat Americans out of billions of dollars every year. Recognizing red flags for potential scams can help protect … Read more
Early Withdrawals from Retirement
Whether you find yourself laid off from work, facing a medical emergency, or confronted with a situation that you’re financially … Read more
Cybersecurity
While it’s likely that you access the internet nearly every single day, that doesn’t mean that you can let your … Read more
Certificate of Deposit
If you’re willing to wait, a CD can be a great way to earn a high interest rate on the … Read more
Reasons to Refinance Your Mortgage
Refinancing can be beneficial if everything lines up in your favor. What can you get out of it? The list … Read more
What is a HELOC?
A HELOC is a line of credit that allows you to borrow against the equity in your home. How it … Read more
Leaving a Job with a 401k
When you leave a job with a 401(k), you’ll generally have four options for what to do with the money. … Read more
Dealing with Illness
Keep your fingers on the pulse of your financial health. Serious sickness can strike both suddenly and unexpectedly. And its … Read more
Identity Theft
The best way to prevent identity theft is to stay informed, aware, and on top of your finances. By taking … Read more
Checking Out Charities
Many people associate giving with charity, and donating money to help those who are in need. You can also make … Read more
Selling Your Home
Whether you need some more space, are ready to downsize into something a bit more manageable, or are relocating to … Read more
Meet Your 401(k)
Even if you’re just starting your first real job—actually, especially if you’re just starting your first real job—it’s time to … Read more
Critical Retirement Choices
The idea of retiring isn’t new. People who grew too old or too ill stopped working and stayed home long … Read more
How to Manage Your Investment Portfolio
As logical as it might seem to look for the perfect stock, bond, or mutual fund and make it your … Read more
Individual Retirement Accounts
Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) can look intimidating and cryptic when you begin planning for retirement, but there are some foundational … Read more
Social Security Basics
Since its introduction in the wake of the Great Depression, Social Security has evolved from a safety net designed to … Read more
Disability Insurance
According to the Social Security Administration, there’s a 30% chance of a 20-year-old worker becoming disabled before he or she … Read more
Insuring Your Home
Home Insurance is absolutely essential to protect what is likely your largest investment: your home. Buying a home is never … Read more
Life Insurance
Life insurance isn’t something people like to talk about. After all, planning the financial impact of your death isn’t an … Read more
Wills
Having a will to allocate your estate after you die is essential, so make sure it’s done formally and legally. … Read more
Working With A Mortgage Lender
Applying for a mortgage is a big endeavor. Most lenders require you to complete a mortgage application—a comprehensive financial statement. … Read more