The “Protect The Bag” Web-Series Will Take You From FOMO to Legacy Building Grammy Award-winning recording artist, Lecrae, has partnered with Experian North America, a leading information services company, to present, “Protect The Bag,” a six-part web series, that provides viewers with a blueprint for building a financial legacy. The video series produced by Lecrae’s […]
Experian North America Launches Groundbreaking Initiative to Accelerate Financial Inclusion in Underserved Communities
Inclusion Forward – Experian Empowering Opportunities™ helps clients advance diversity goals by creating greater and more affordable credit access Leading information services company Experian today announced the launch of Inclusion Forward – Experian Empowering Opportunities™, a first-of-its-kind initiative to help clients identify and directly support underserved and vulnerable communities. Inclusion Forward™ harnesses Experian’s data, analytics […]
Help Your Kids Get Financially Fit
Financial Literacy 5 Ways to Teach Kids Money Basics By Jerry Johnson Chase Community Manager, Milwaukee Multiple studies have shown that the earlier kids develop healthy money habits, the better their prospects of having strong financial health into adulthood. According to research, we start grasping money basics when we are three. This gives us a […]
Technology is a Necessity: Associated Bank and Digital Bridge are Bridging the Digital Divide
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The digital divide is an issue that has long existed, and like many other issues, it was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. When the majority of the world turned virtual, many were left behind. Here in Milwaukee, the digital divide was evident as many households struggled to obtain adequate technology and broadband […]
Take Control of Your Financial Future
FINANCIAL LITERACY After more than a year of the pandemic, many people have experienced changes in how they manage their money. With different spending needs and, in some cases changes in income, balancing budgets, saving, and monitoring credit have become top of mind, as underscored by our recent Digital Banking Attitudes study. “No matter where […]
How to Save to Buy Your First Home
For many, the first step to buying a home is saving up for the down payment. It can feel like a difficult goal when you first start, even if you don’t plan to buy for years. Here are some tips to help you start saving and speed up the process: Determine your budget Knowing how […]
It’s Financial Health Month: Chart the Path Toward Your Next Milestone
SPONSORED CONTENT When was the last time you looked at your bank account balance? According to a recent study, over 60 percent of Americans check their balance at least once week . This is a habit, if practiced the right way, can you put on the path to achieving your financial goals. Whether you’re looking […]
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Our Path Forward to Advance Racial Equity
By Brian Lamb Brian Lamb is Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion at JPMorgan Chase & Co. SPONSORED CONTENT The past year has been one of the most tumultuous chapters in recent history for Black Americans, with numerous reminders that systemic racism brings devastating consequences for individuals, families and communities. The COVID-19 pandemic is tearing […]
Study Reports Milwaukee has One of the Lowest Credit Scores in the Country for Renting
By Hayley Crandall A recent study from RENTCafé found Milwaukee has one of the lowest credit scores in the country, making it an ideal option for those with potentially unfavorable scores looking to rent. With an average credit score of 601, Milwaukee ranks sixth on RENTCafé’s list of “Top 10 Cities with the Lowest Credit […]
A Home Ownership Plan for the People
Here’s what home interest rates may one day look like, and what it means for your wallet By William Ulrich and Dennis Paulaha Home ownership is often the largest part of a family’s wealth. Yet, for too many, high mortgage rates make qualifying for a home loan and building equity a challenge. “A 1% mortgage […]
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