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Archive: 2017, August
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Why Your Child’s Allowance Should be Tied to Their Chores
Posted on August 29, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education
There are literally thousands of how-to’s and self-help books for parents, but truly the only real way to learn how to raise a child is to do it! Luckily our growing team of parents at Fairfax State Savings Bank have some true hands-on experience when it comes to upbringing and explaining money management to little ones.
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Money Magic Tricks
Posted on August 22, 2017
Categories: Budgeting
Magic is one type of entertainment that will never go out of style. Whether it’s David Blaine and his shocking stunts, or newly famous films such as Now You See Me, this classic art has proved to truly stand the test of time. While Fairfax State Savings Bank may not be the best at slight of hand, we do have a few savings tricks up our sleeves! See if you can understand the steps to these financial stunts and make your fiscal success appear out of thin air.
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How to Create Better Habits
Posted on August 15, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances
If you’re like us, starting a new diet, or working to exercise more often is more difficult than we initially planned. The same is true with many financial goals you may have. Saving for retirement, eliminating credit card debt, increasing your credit score; these are all things that take time and dedication to complete, but sometimes it’s hard to stay on track.
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The Best Advice from Today’s Entrepreneurs
Posted on August 8, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Community, Personal Finances
Sometimes finding the perfect idea for a new business can be easier said than done. Often you start by asking yourself a series of questions. Where is there a need? What can be created more efficiently? How can I solve a recurring problem? These are all great prompts to help you when looking for a concept your new business. To help inspire your next venture, Fairfax State Savings Bank would like to share some of our favorite quotes and advice from several of today’s most influential...
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The DO’s and DON’TS of Using Credit Cards
Posted on August 2, 2017
Categories: Personal Finances, Savings
Using a credit card is a great stepping stone to help boost your personal credit history. By proactively managing your ongoing finances, you can showcase to potential lenders that you know how to fulfill your repayment promises. What many people don’t know, is that simply having a credit card does not automatically indicate an increase in your credit score. To help you succeed with your credit, Fairfax State Savings Bank has put together our most commonly asked do’s and...