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The Importance of Financial Literacy 2026
Thu, 04/02/2026 - 08:36 Financial literacy
Financial literacy goes beyond simply knowing how to create a budget and manage a credit score. It encompasses a comprehensive understanding of personal finance, including saving, investing, handling debt, and planning for the future. In a world where financial decisions impact every aspect of our lives, from buying a home to planning for …
Five Essential Steps to Spot and Avoid Bank Imposter Scams
Wed, 04/30/2025 - 08:50 Fraud prevention
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts, and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. Unfortunately, the attitude consumers must have when it comes to these types of scams is not "if' this happens to me, but "when."No prevention software, Al detection, or behind-the-scenes monitoring is as good as your …
Five Simple Ways to Save Money in the New Year
Mon, 01/06/2025 - 07:40 Personal finances
The start of a new year is the perfect time to set financial goals and refresh your money-saving habits. At Stock Yards Bank & Trust, we believe that small, consistent steps can lead to big financial wins. Here are five practical tips to help you save money and make the most of your finances in the year ahead.1. Create a Budget and Stick …
Mortgage Pre-qualification or Pre-approval: What's the Difference?
Thu, 07/18/2024 - 09:54 Mortgage
Annual percentage rate. Points. Closing costs.As anyone who has ever applied for a mortgage knows, there sure are a lot of terms thrown at you. Two terms that are often talked about — and confused — are mortgage pre-qualification and pre-approval. Although they sound alike, they are different in many ways.Mortgage Pre-qualification Before you …