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How to Teach Kids About Money
Money is one of the most important life skills we can pass along, yet it rarely shows up on a school schedule. Learning how to teach kids about money at home gives them a head start that lasts well into adulthood. The good news is that you do not need to be a financial expert […]
Back-to-School Expenses Parents Forget to Budget For
Summer in Aurora moves fast. One minute you are planning trips to the lake or backyard cookouts, and the next you are staring at a supply list from school. For many families, back-to-school expenses seem to appear out of nowhere. When they land in the middle of summer fun, they can throw your whole budget […]
Bank Scams Are on the Rise. Here Is How to Protect Yourself.
Summer is a time for vacations, cookouts, and spending time with the people who matter most. Unfortunately, it is also one of the busiest seasons for scammers. Fraudsters follow the calendar, and when people are distracted, traveling, or more active online, the opportunity for fraud goes up. In 2024 alone, consumers reported losing more than […]
Checking Account Musts (and Why We Love Kasasa Checking)
Your checking account is the center of your financial life. It is where your paycheck lands, where your bills get paid, and where your everyday spending happens. But not all checking accounts are created equal. Kasasa Checking at First Independent Bank of Aurora is built to give back to the people who use it every […]
When you walk into a community bank, something feels different. Maybe it’s the teller who remembers your name. Maybe it’s the loan officer who actually sits down with you. Or maybe it’s simply knowing that the money you deposit isn’t disappearing into a corporate pipeline somewhere far away—it’s staying right here, working for the people […]