Eagle Blog

Everyone deserves a special treat now and then. For some, a splurge is the daily morning latte from their favorite coffee shop, while others consider big-ticket items like a new car of an exotic beach vacation a splurge.

Before you begin your shopping this holiday season, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) wants you to be on the lookout for what they call “the 12 Scams of Christmas.”

It’s no surprise that December is one of the most prevalent months for identity thieves to strike, as consumers and businesses get engulfed in the flurry of holiday shopping.

Chances are, social media probably plays a huge role in your everyday life, no matter which platform you choose - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Snapchat or in some cases, all!

The holidays are near, and if you’re like most, you’ll start your holiday shopping soon enough (if you haven’t already)! And once you do, you’ll find everyone these days will be trying to sign you up for a credit card.

Tis’ the season to enjoy family get-togethers, time off work, gift exchanges and more. But what do you do if you find yourself with less money to spend than expected around this time of the year?

Believe it or not, over 10,000 for-profit and nonprofit organizations from all 50 states and 11 countries partner with #GivingTuesday.

With the holidays quickly approaching, you may be planning on traveling to see family and friends. In between booking your flights and shopping for the perfect gifts, make sure you protect yourself from fraud and identity theft. A few simple security measures will give you peace of mind when traveling this holiday season.

Did you know November is National Scholarship Month? As a form of financial aid that does not need to be repaid, scholarships help students realize their dreams and make college more financially attainable.

This year, Giving Tuesday, a national day of giving is December 3, 2019. It follows Black Friday and Cyber Monday to remind us all to support causes that make our communities a better place.