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What to Do if You Think Your Identity Has Been Stolen

An Article from the Federal Trade Commission How can someone steal your identity? Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information such as your name, Social Security number, credit card number or other identifying information, without your permission to commit fraud or other crimes. Identity theft is a serious crime. People whose identities have […]

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Check Clearing for the 21st Century Act

Check Clearing for the 21st Century Act Frequently Asked Questions about Check 21 General 1. What is Check 21 and what is its basic purpose? Check 21 is a federal law that is designed to enable banks to handle more checks electronically, which should make check processing faster and more efficient. Today, banks often must […]

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New Year’s. Though in the dead of winter, it’s a time of renewal for everyone. Whether you’re determined to stick with those resolutions or simply enjoy the feeling of a fresh calendar, there should be excitement in your life at a time like this. Unfortunately, financial and personal troubles always have a way of stressing […]

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“No Time Like Now”

It’s better to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret.” -Jackie Joyner Kersee An emergency or unexpected event is not the time to begin looking for important documents. This new booklet helps you organize and plan your life right now. Families should not scramble to locate important papers such as medical records […]

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Aging in Place – Four Smart Ideas

Aging in Place – Four Smart Ideas by Claudette E. Paäge Innovative models of aging support are emerging in anticipation of the retirement of an estimated 80 million baby boomers. Studies show that nearly 90% of older Americans will remain in their own homes for the remainder of their lives. Aging in place means growing […]