You know you’re from West Central Ohio When…
Wednesday, 23 August 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
Everyone loves traveling, but there’s nothing like being at home. No matter where you’re from, every state has their own unique atmosphere, traditions, and quirks. Ohio is no different. You know you’re from West Central Ohio when… You know what a buckeye is, in both chocolate and tree form. The best way to spell
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No More Room for Your Side Gig? Time to Remodel
Wednesday, 26 July 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
You have been working on a side hustle for a while, and things are really picking up. Unfortunately, you now have papers everywhere. You know you could be doing better if you had a dedicated space. But where? Maybe you have an unfinished basement, an enclosed porch, or a tiny room upstairs that you don’t
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Starting a Home-Based Business in Ohio Q&A
Wednesday, 19 July 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
Moving forward with a business idea is very exciting. As you get started with the preparations, it is important to take time to develop a plan. To help you, we have compiled questions and answers to the most common questions entrepreneurs face when setting up a new home-based business in Ohio. ________________________________ Discover how business
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Should You Turn Your Hobby into a Business?
Wednesday, 12 July 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
Do you have a hobby that is begging to become a thriving business? Whether it’s baking cakes, arranging flowers, or providing self-defense classes, your passion may have the potential to be your full-time career. How can you be sure? Well, there are a few checks and balances that may provide some insight. How bad do
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Quiz: Is Your Future Spouse a Saver or a Spender?
Wednesday, 28 June 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
Each of us has a natural tendency when it comes to money. Do you anxiously await your paycheck so you can go out and buy something? Or do you feel best when you’ve got a nice nest egg stashed away? Because disagreements about money are known to be a source of conflict between married couples,
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Can Savers and Spenders Live Happily Ever After?
Wednesday, 14 June 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
We each have an internal compass when it comes to money. Many of us feel it is important to maintain a safety net just in case, while others prefer to enjoy life to the fullest. It is a balance of risk and reward, needs and desires, and it is the greatest cause of discord among
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Have an Active Lifestyle? You Need a Visa Debit Card
Wednesday, 17 May 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
It was last September when you first met. You have gotten to know her, waiting patiently for the right time. Tonight, you are officially stepping out of the friend zone. You haven’t been to this The Merchant House in Greenville, but you’ve heard so much about the amazing food and great service, you had to
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Managing your Money with Mobile Apps
Wednesday, 10 May 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
I should know better than to go to the grocery store when I’m hungry. As I wait for my turn in line, I look at my cart and realize that I have gone way overboard this time. It’s okay, I think… The more I think about it, the more I’m not so sure that it
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Common Financial Mistakes Millennials Make
Thursday, 23 February 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
Millennials are financially savvy. You have to be. You may be a highly educated generation, but thanks to the nation’s economy, you make less than your parents did at your age. Thanks to that same economy, you have higher levels of student loan debt and unemployment, and lower levels of wealth and personal income than
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New Year, New Start: How Your Bank Can Help
Wednesday, 18 January 2017 by Mercer Savings Bank
Every pay period, your paycheck is automatically deposited in your bank. Every pay day, you check online to make sure it’s there, then use the money to pay bills, go shopping or, perhaps, enjoy a night out on the town. You rarely even go into your bank except for the rare occasions when you need
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