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(Kristen) Welcome to Money Matters at 757 with Justin Chastain, and, Justin, today we are talking about how to make our money work for us. That’s something we all want, so can you give us a good example?

(Justin) Yes, so, exactly. So, the biggest thing you can do with your money is have it compound. So, that means giving your money more time, and you do not need to start out with a lot of money originally. You just don’t. ...

Hey, did you know that you might have to pay income tax on your Social Security benefits?

Not everyone does, but if you continue to work past retirement age, as many people do these days, your tax liability will be based on your salary, plus tax-free income, plus one-half of your Social Security benefits. This could result in a portion of your benefits being taxed.

The tax rate will vary depending on your total income. The lower the income, the lower the ...

Hey! If you’re worried about missing a mortgage payment, here are four options to consider that will save you time and money down the road.

Option 1: Contact your lender and let them know about your financial hardship. They may work with you to minimize overall financial losses and difficulties.

Option 2: A loan modification is when the lender and borrower agree to permanent new loan terms.

Option 3: In a forbearance agreement, monthly payments are temporarily suspended or reduced. Expect to pay ...

Hey! Interested in the convenience of mobile banking, but worried about security? Here are 5 tips to keep your money safe.

1. Use a unique password, and keep it secret.
2. Check your connection. Website addresses that start with “https://“ indicate you are on a secure site.
3. If someone contacts you and claims to work for your bank, contact your bank directly to verify the person is actually a representative.
4. Regularly monitor your accounts and transactions so that you can spot and report fraud to your ...

When you send your student off to college, it is important that they have a good financial foundation. Financial education for college students gives them the ability to properly make important decisions based on their finances. College is often the first time that a budding adult has to make daily financial decisions, and it’s absolutely essential that they feel prepared.

Why is financial literacy so important for college students? Because college is often the first time these students are on their ...