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Smart Tips for Back to School Savings
August means store shelves are filled to the brim with pencils, crayons, rulers, and other school supplies. Department stores are advertising unbelievable sales, and discount stores have coupons galore. With the average family spending hundreds of dollars on back to school necessities it’s no surprise that it's the...
Pros and Cons of Freezing Your Credit
There are many reasons someone might want to freeze their credit or lock their credit report down. These might include being the victim of a stolen identity or being worried about a data breach. Both of these situations are stressful and can be overwhelming. If you’re worried that your data has been breached or...
Budget and Time Friendly Home Improvement Projects
The summer and fall months are a great time to get some home improvement projects and remodels finished. But for most of us, money and time are both factors in deciding what to do and how to get it done. We’ve put together some projects you can do on a tight budget and timeline.
10 Expenses to Expect Beyond Your Mortgage Payment
The world would be a simpler place if the only expense you had were your mortgage or housing expenses. But life isn’t free or that simple — especially when you own a home. That’s why we’ve compiled 10 expenses you’ll likely have beyond what you owe on your home loan.
9 Essential Car Care Tips
Buying a new or used vehicle can be a big investment. But as any economist will tell you, gas-powered cars and trucks do not typically go up in value. With every passing mile, your vehicle is worth less and less. Thankfully, you can slow that depreciation, get more miles out of your favorite mode of transportation...
4 Smart Business Budget Tips
Small business owners have to cover numerous expenses like payroll, utilities, equipment costs and advertising. Without a tight budget, it's easy to lose track of where the money goes. With that in mind, here are some tips to help get your company's budget on track.
Going to College
Going to college is a huge, life-changing event. All the excitement that comes with preparing applications, getting accepted, and learning which of your friends will be your next-door neighbors can soon give way to anxiety about the costs that come along with a higher education. Rivermark is here to help. Check out...
Home Buying Myths
A home is the most expensive purchase you’ll likely ever make. New home buyers have a lot to learn and, unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation out there. Before making the leap, make sure you are educated on these common myths.