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Moments that Matter

Prepare for life's moments big and small by building your financial know-how.
Here you can explore important financial topics through articles, calculator tools and more.

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Make Saving a Habit You Can Keep

Build financial stability by learning how to make saving a habit. Explore actions you can take today for your future.

BECOME A SAVER

How will taxes and inflation affect my savings?

Use this tool to see the effect of inflation and income taxes on your savings plan over time.

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Start Saving

Saving money is easier said than done, but it really is one of the best things you can do for your state of mind. Start saving the right way, today.

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Buying a Home

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Is Homeownership Right For You

Before purchasing a home, it is important to know the benefits of renting vs. buying a home.

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Deciding What You Can Afford

Knowing how much of a mortgage you’re approved for gives you more buying power.

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How Much Can I Borrow?

Calculate an estimated loan amount and the associated mortgage payments so you can evaluate a range of borrowing amounts.

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Managing Your Money

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Good Habits: Money Matters Make a Difference

With credit card bills rolling in and the allure of online shopping as provocative as ever, set good money habits now that can make a world of difference in the new year and for life.

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Getting Out of Debt

If you’re struggling with debt or have an uncomfortably high credit card balance, you’re not alone.

How much am I spending each month?

Use this calculator to see how much you are currently spending and how much you could save by spending less.

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Borrowing Smart

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What Affects My Credit Score?

In determining your FICO score (credit score), several factors are weighted.

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How Do I Improve My Credit Score?

Every year, make your free request for all three credit reports and check your reports and your score.

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Should I consolidate my debts?

Use this tool to compare monthly payments, total interest, and total tax savings between your existing loans and credit cards with a new loan into consolidating all your debts.

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Family & Career

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Financial parenting

Raising financially literate children is one of the best legacies you can provide your children. Start planning your conversations, no matter how old your child.

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Planning for retirement

Regardless of where in the retirement planning process you are, or what your ultimate retirement goals are, it’s never too early or late to optimize your retirement journey.

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What will it take to save for a college education?

Use this calculator to help determine the lump-sum amount you'll need to pay your college tuition bill, taking into consideration a designated inflation rate.

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Protecting You

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Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?

Online scams aren’t so scary when you know what to look for. Find out how to spot red flags—and stop bank impostors in their tracks.

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Making Safe, Easy Mobile Payments

Learn about different types of mobile payments and tips to make mobile payments safely.

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Tax Identity Theft Awareness

Tax-related identity theft is one of the most common forms of identity theft. Tax identity thieves try to get your personal information in a number of ways, but you can fight them with these tips.

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On April 2, 2022, People's United Bank, N.A. merged into M&T Bank. It is now part of M&T Bank and its former branches and most services will operate as the People's United division of M&T Bank until we complete the integration of our systems later in 2022. M&T Bank is a Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender and Equal Opportunity Lender.