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Online shopping is certainly convenient. Just ask the 217 million people in the United States that do it each year. But is it safe?

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The 5 C's of credit are: Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral and Conditions. Banks use the 5 C's to gauge the creditworthiness of a business looking for financing.

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Heading back to campus this fall? Consider adding a crash course in Money Management 101 to your personal syllabus.

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Starting May 11, 2018, business owners are going to want to give themselves a little extra time at the bank when they open a new account.

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As a business owner, you probably have a lock on the door. Maybe even security cameras in the corner. But how well do you protect the technology of your business? With new technology, comes new risks and strategies for protection. This checklist from the National Cyber Security Alliance is designed to help you identify the technology in your business you

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At Horicon Bank, our goal is to keep you informed on recent scams, data breaches and all other forms of fraud that might threaten your personal information.

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A checking account is a checking account. They’re all the same, right? Well…not quite.

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You’ve heard the story before – the friend that got themselves into a little trouble because they loved their credit card a little too much. That friend was me.

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All of the details you spent months worrying over have astoundingly come together: you said your vows, you cut the cake, you celebrated all night, and here you are…married! You may assume the planning is over, at last! But you still have a few things to wrap up in those first few weeks after your wedding day.

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Let’s face it, weddings can be expensive. Weddings are typically a huge financial burden for many newlyweds just starting their new lives together. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be that way! Start out with smart planning and a little creativity and you can easily have an unforgettable wedding – without breaking the bank.

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Maybe you’ve set financial resolutions in the past that fizzled out early on. Or maybe you didn’t quite accomplish all you had hoped to. Or maybe this will be the first year you commit to making changes and setting financial goals. We know how hard it can be to stick to new resolutions without a clear direction and a support system. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the best financial resolutions to help you make 2017 your most financially fit year yet!

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It’s not just the Grinch who is stealing Christmas – it’s clever holiday scammers. Don’t let them steal your holiday cheer this year. Stay informed and check out these helpful tips from the Better Business Bureau on how to spot common holiday scams.

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If you're ready to take the leap from renter to homeowner, one of the most complicated parts of the process can be securing a home loan. Here are some ways to improve the financing you’ll get and other helpful tips for buying your home.

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From January to December, here are our top ten favorite moments of 2015.

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Heavy on love but light on cash this Valentine’s Day? Instead of buying the cliché (and expensive) chocolates and roses this holiday, try something a little more creative…and a little less expensive. After all, money can’t buy love.

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Scammers may be getting trickier, but banks are also getting smarter. And you can be smart too when you visit an ATM with your debit card.

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Saving isn’t always easy. But it is important. To address the need to understand how to save, the American Bankers Association, or ABA, started an educational program – and they started young.

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Nearly 8 out of 10 U.S. tax filers will receive a federal tax refund this year. As millions of Americans await reimbursement from Uncle Sam, The American Bankers Association has put together five easy tips for making the most of your tax refund.

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It’s tax season. A stressful time for accountants, an exciting time for people receiving refund checks and a busy time for tax scammers. According to the Better Business Bureau, consumers should be on the lookout for these top three tax refund scams.

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The Holidays are quickly approaching- time to trim the tree, bake delicious cookies and… save money?

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Holiday shopping season is here, and scammers are lurking to steal financial information from online shoppers. To avoid being a victim, consider taking the following steps to keep your financial information safe.

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