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Facing Holiday Debt? Your Home Equity Could Be the Answer
Facing holiday debt? Use your home equity to consolidate high-interest credit card balances and regain financial control. Learn how leveraging your home's value can help you save thousands and simplify your finances.
Unlock Your Dream Vacation Home
Unlock Your Dream Vacation Home with Oak Leaf Community Mortgage’s Destination Dream Loan Owning a vacation home is a dream for many, offering a perfect retreat, a solid investment, and a place to create lasting family memories. At Oak Leaf Community Mortgage, powered by North Shore Trust & Savings, we[...]
College Budget Breakdown
Make the first steps toward creating a college budget by learning specifics about fixed and variable expenses.
What is Inflation?
Inflation happens when prices increase, causing purchasing power to go down. A little inflation is good, too much can have negative consequences.
How Much Do You Really Make?
HOW MUCH DO YOU REALLY MAKE? There’s more to compensation than just getting paid. Chances are your salary will be your biggest concern when choosing a new job. After all, regular income is the most basic priority. If you don’t have enough to pay[...]
Certificate of Deposit
CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT If you're willing to wait, a CD can be a great way to earn a high interest rate on the money you deposit. CD: The Basics You can get a certificate of deposit (CD) through almost any bank or credit union. Essentially, a[...]
