5 Tips to Take the Chill Out of Holiday Spending
Published: November 25, 2020
Consumers spent more than $700 billion on holiday shopping in 2018. With this year?s holiday shopping season launching in full force, First Northern Bank is highlighting five tips to help consumers keep their holiday spending under control.
Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?
Published: February 24, 2022
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online transactions, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission?s report on fraud estimates that American consumers lost a staggering $1.9 billion to these phishing schemes and other fraud in 2019 ? and the ongoing pandemic has only increased the threat. Imagine where we are in 2020.
Coping With COVID-19-Related Stress and Anxiety
Published: September 22, 2020
We know, times are hard! For many of us, COVID-19 has halted our vacation plans, disrupted our routines, and made our day-to-day activities challenging. The feelings of stress, anxiousness, and restlessness are normal. Coping with stress in a healthy way will make you, the people you care about, and your social community stronger.
10 Money Tips Ever Freshman Should Know
Published: September 1, 2020
As college students begin the fall semester, money management should be on their personal syllabus. Treating personal finance like a second major, and avoiding unnecessary expenses now, will help reduce financial burden when students graduate.
6 Common Elderly Scams to Watch Out For and How to Stay Safe
Published: July 27, 2020
A scam can be initiated via the computer (email, internet, social media), text, postal mail, in person, or a phone call. No matter the origin of the scam, the characteristics are the same.