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The scariest part of budgeting could be the silent creatures attacking your finances. Find out which budget monsters you have in our latest blog post!

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Financial Monsters Lurking in Your Budget

10/22/2026

This Halloween beware of the financial monsters lurking in your budget! Discover four common money traps and simple ways to defeat them so you can keep your financial goals on track.

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Understanding Credit Scores: Small Habits that make a Big Difference

09/23/2026

Credit can be a very heavy topic to discuss, but it doesn't have to be. Within this blog, you will discover simple tips and practical habits to help strengthen your credit over time. Consistent steps can support your financial health and help you work toward financial flexibility.

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Back to School without Breaking the Bank: A College Student's Guide

08/12/2026

College comes with plenty of exciting opportunities—and plenty of expenses. From creating a budget and saving on textbooks to managing food costs and protecting your money, a few smart financial habits can help you stay on track without missing out on the college experience. Check out our tips for starting the school year financially confident and prepared.

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Celebrate Financial Freedom Day: Your Mid-Year Checkpoint for Financial Success

07/16/2026

Celebrate Financial Freedom Day with a mid-year financial check-in. Discover practical tips for reducing debt, managing back-to-school expenses, maximizing savings through price matching, and staying on track to achieve your financial goals for the rest of the year.

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Celebrating American Housing Month

06/15/2026

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5 Cash Flow Strategies to End the Feast-or-Famine Cycle

06/09/2026

Feast-or-Famine Cycles don't have to define your business. In this blog, we share five proven strategies to help you smooth out cash flow, strengthen your financial position, and make more confident decisions, so you can focus on growth no matter what season you're in.

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Protecting Your Personal Identifiable Information

05/27/2026

As online scams continue to evolve, spoofed websites are becoming more difficult to detect. In our latest blog, learn how fraudsters imitated trusted businesses, the warning signs to watch for, and the simple steps you can take to help protect yourself and your financial information.

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Understanding CDs

04/20/2026

Looking for a way to grow your savings without the uncertainty of market changes? Discover how Certificates of Deposit can offer secure and predictable returns so you can save with confidence.

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Understanding Your Credit

02/10/2026

Your credit plays an important role in your financial decisions. Are you protecting it properly? We brought you some tips on how to build and protect your credit in this blog.

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Preparing for the End of Federal Payments via Paper Checks

10/02/2025

On September 30, 2025, the U.S. government began phasing out paper checks for most federal disbursements. You can learn more about this change, the benefits of transitioning to electronic payments and how to set them up.

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Top Scams to Watch for in 2025

9/17/2025

In today's world, as technology advances, scammers are getting more sophisticated. At Bank of Bartlett, we want you to stay informed about the 2025 Top Scams so you can protect yourself and your loved ones. Stay alert and protect your finances!

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Discover Zelle® with Bank of Bartlett

7/2/2025

Bank of Bartlett partners with Zelle®, a fast, easy and secure way to send money directly from your bank to someone else's, almost instantly. Whether you are familiar with Zelle® or new to it, you can learn more about its features, advantages, and find answers to your most frequent questions here.

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