Managing Your Money
Spring Clean Your Finances
Spring is the perfect time to crack open your windows and deep clean your home. While you’re at it, you may want to take a fresh look at your finances and make sure they’re in order. Here are some areas that you may want to review this spring.
Chip Cards are Coming
A major shift in the payments industry should help keep consumers’ data secure. Within the next year you should begin seeing EMV cards—they have a secure microprocessor chip embedded in the plastic—in stores and your own wallet. Find out how the cards work and what the implications are for consumers and merchants.
Supporting Nashville’s Booming Economy
Nashville’s status as a boomtown shows no signs of fading anytime soon. As the largest locally owned bank, Pinnacle has a vested interest in ensuring the city continues to prosper. Find out how we help support the metro area’s leaders, business owners and residents.
The Formula for Credit Scores
Your credit score is of utmost importance when buying a home or applying for other types of loans. But how is your credit score calculated? Find out here.
Economy Shows Signs of Strength
Several indicators show that the U.S. economy is recovering, and the news is even better locally. Read more about how Tennessee and Knoxville are picking up steam in terms of economic development and quality of life.
10 Rules for Getting the Most Money When Selling Your Car
Selling a car can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, but it doesn’t have to be. By following a few simple rules, you can ensure that you will get top dollar for your car.
Get Ready for Healthcare Reform
The Affordable Care Act is the biggest change to health insurance since it was invented. Because the law effectively is an overhaul of the entire system, everyone’s health insurance will be affected. Here are some of the major changes that will impact you.
Detecting a Fake Cashier’s Check
It’s hard to tell just by looking at a cashier’s check whether it’s real or fake. Learn about the common scams involving cashier’s checks and how to verify that funds are legitimately available.
Leaving Assets to Minor Children
All parents want to make sure their children are taken care of financially in any circumstance. Find out how to avoid lengthy court proceedings and other hassles when you leave an inheritance to minors.
5 Ways to Put Your Tax Refund to Work
A tax refund isn't a gift--it's money you earned. Instead of going on an unplanned shopping spree, put it to work for you.
