Managing Your Money
Football Season Means Colder Weather: Lower Your Energy Costs
Energy costs should be one of the first places you look to save money. Fortunately, the TVA makes it easy for Tennesseans to reduce their utility bills. Here are the five main steps in the process.
Saving Strategies for Inconsistent Incomes
Karen Clark reviews some tips for musicians and entertainers--or others with unpredictable incomes--to help you budget and save for retirement.
Impact of New Consumer Protection Bureau Unclear
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau opened for business on July 21. If you don’t know what the CFPB is, you’re not alone. A recent poll by Consumers Union found that 32 percent of respondents were not aware that the federal government had formed the agency.
Protecting Your Financial Resources while Overseas
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the best way to eliminate problems with available money is to be aware of the financial aspects before departing.
How To: Sign Up for Online Banking
At Pinnacle, we see convenience as an integral part of distinctive service. We are committed to offering efficient, effective and secure ways of delivering your financial information. Here are just a few ways our free online banking can make your life easier.
How To: Set up Balance Alerts
Within Pinnacle’s online banking system, account activity alerts can notify you when your balance drops below a certain level, a check clears or a deposit is made. This feature allows you to avoid unnecessary service charges, ensure transactions are processed, and be notified of unusual activity on your accounts.
Alternatives to Standard Overdraft Privilege
We want to remind you of several programs and options that would likely reduce the cost of using your account. These options may be less expensive than our standard overdraft privilege.
Seven Tips to Avoid Overdraft Fees
Most overdraft fees are avoidable. The best way to avoid fees is to manage your account so you don’t overdraw it. Here are some account management tips.
Tips for Coaching Your Kids on Finances
Kids learn most of what they know about money at home. Here are some ways to make sure children learn the financial lessons that will carry them through a lifetime.
Helping Elderly Parents Manage Finances
Caregiving isn’t limited to ensuring that relatives receive medical attention and keep their houses clean. It also includes assisting with money management tasks and financial decision making.
