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Whether you’re planning the perfect Christmas morning for your kids, or donating presents to a family in need, giving is fundamental to the holiday season. This time of year can be busy, but it can also be the perfect time to implement small but meaningful changes that will benefit your business, your employees, and your community for years to come.

I am often asked about tips on financial wellness and how to best save money. Saving is hard—and it can often feel overwhelming, and even unnatural. However, becoming a great saver is an important step on the road to financial wellness and a healthier, more stable life.

We may not be able to help pick out the perfect present or mediate the family drama, but we can make sure banking isn’t an extra worry this holiday season. Here’s our top digital tool picks that’ll help simplify your financial life during the most wonderful time of the year.
 

The holidays can be a joyous time full of family, fun and festivities, but it can also be a financially stressful season. Gift-giving, traveling, and general merry-making can all come with a pretty hefty price tag.
When you consider the added stress of broken supply chains and fast-approaching holiday celebrations, you may be feeling the pressure. Before you set off to the over-crowded mall, take a look at these easy tips to make this season’s holiday purchases a little less stressful and a lot more efficient.
 

The holiday season is a great time to thank your employees for their hard work and remind them how much you appreciate them. There is a lot of uncertainty, however, when it comes to giving gifts in a work setting—especially if you’re new to the company. We’ve compiled a few tips to help you prepare for the season ahead.
 

What does the Fed’s recent tapering announcement mean for today’s rate environment? Chances are when you hear the word “tapering” your mind immediately flashes back to the chaos of the 2013 Taper Tantrum episode. If you’re unfamiliar, this event refers to the collective reactionary panic when investors caught wind of the Fed’s intentions to reduce the pace of its Treasury bond purchases, reducing the volume of money it was funneling into the markets.