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Common Cents Blog

Your monthly dose of practical, everyday financial advice.

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Rebuilding Your Relationship With Your Credit

Whether you’re applying for a mortgage, a car loan, or even a new credit card, lenders look at your credit score to gauge your financial health. A higher credit score can unlock better interest rates and loan terms, saving you money in the long run.

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3 Ways to Make Christmas More Manageable Starting Now

The holiday season is one of the most magical times of the year. But, it often brings with it a lot of stress and difficulty when it comes to planning – and affording – how you’re going to handle gifts this year.

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The Benefits of Homeownership

To buy or not to buy, that is the question. And while this question is often asked, it’s not always the easiest to answer.

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CBLA’s 5 Best Mobile Banking Features

For those times you can’t stop into your local branch, we’ve made sure that you can bring Community Bank with you wherever you go.

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