Financial Education

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The Cost of Fear: How Money Anxiety Spooks Your Decisions

Money anxiety can creep up quietly, disguising itself as procrastination, avoidance, or even perfectionism. Maybe you hesitate to check your account after a busy week, or you delay opening a bill because you already know it’s more than you’d like to see. These moments might seem small, but they can snowball into bigger stress—and sometimes, costly mistakes.

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Personal Finance BlogCategories Money Mindset

When Money Gets Tight: A Guide to Get By, Stay Afloat & Rebuild During Tough Times

If you’re feeling the strain of inflation, the government shutdown, and tighter budgets, you’re not alone. The good news? Resources and relief still exist… and knowing where to look is the first step.

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Debt Management

Redefining Wealth: Why True Prosperity Isn’t About Numbers

Wealth, at its best, is about how fully you get to live your life, not just how much money you have stashed away.

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Personal Finance BlogCategories Money Mindset

The Government Shutdown: What It Is & How It Could Affect Your Finances

The term “government shutdown” taking over headlines can sound alarming. But what does a shutdown actually mean, and how could it affect you personally? Let’s break it down clearly and factually.

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Personal Finance

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Your Financial Life Has Seasons: Here's How to Embrace Each of Them

Like life itself, our financial journey has seasons. Times of planting, times of harvesting, times of growth, and times of rest. Understanding and embracing this rhythm brings peace, as it reminds us that ups and downs aren’t failure. They’re part of the cycle.

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Personal Finance BlogCategories Money Mindset

College GO! Week is Your Chance to Apply to School for Free

If college is on your horizon, this week is for you! College GO! Week is here, and it’s your opportunity to apply to a wide variety of Indiana colleges without paying application fees.

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College & Trade School Preparation

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Money as a Mirror: What Your Spending Says About Your Values

When your spending aligns with your values, money feels lighter. Instead of guilt or stress, purchases feel intentional. You’re not just buying something—you’re investing in the life you want to live.

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Personal Finance BlogCategories Money Mindset

How to Structure Your Savings for Maximum Stability

If you haven’t considered Share Certificates (or Certificates of Deposit/CDs, as they’re known at banks) as part of your strategy, you might be leaving money on the table. Share Certificates offer fixed rates, locking in today’s yield for the entire term—even as rates fall.

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Share Certificate (CD) Checking & Savings

A Voice for the Good: Erin's House for Grieving Children

This article features Erin’s House for Grieving Children, a local non-profit with a mission dedicated to providing support for children, teens, and their families who have experienced a death.

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Community Engagement & Impact

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