Sheffield, Ala. – Friday, October 14, 2022 –A Northwest-Shoals Community College student was among ten local recipients of the 2022/2023 Edward Fennel Mauldin Endowed Scholarship awarded through Bank Independent. She was recognized at a reception held in her honor at the Hospitality Center on the Shoals Campus on October 6th with guests from Bank Independent and NW-SCC.
How many times have you set a goal, but never seemed to achieve it? Whether it’s a goal for your health, your career, or your finances, it can be tough to make your goals a reality.
But what if we told you there was a simple way to make any goal more achievable? It’s called a vision board, and it can help you to see your goals more clearly and stay on track to achieving them.
In this post, we’ll show you how to create a financial vision board and explain why they are so effective.
Money management is one of the most important skills that you can learn in life.
If you can learn how to manage your money effectively, you will be able to achieve financial stability and security. This is a skill that will serve you well throughout your life, no matter what stage you are at.
Sheffield, Ala. – Wednesday, October 5, 2022 – Bank Independent is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin Low as the organization’s Human Resources Manager
A certificate of deposit, or CD, is a type of savings account. It's a low-risk investment, and the funds are FDIC insured.
When you open a CD, you agree to leave your money in the account for a specific amount of time, usually six months to five years. In return, the bank pays you a fixed rate of interest on your deposited amount.
(HUNTSVILLE, AL) October 5, 2022 -- The Orion Amphitheater is excited to announce new partnerships with Bank Independent and your Local Ford Dealers, also known as the Southeast Ford Dealer Advertising Fund (a market-area-based cooperative comprised of nearly 150 Ford dealerships throughout Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee).
Sheffield, Ala. – Tuesday, October 4, 2022 – Bank Independent is pleased to announce the promotion of Carol Underwood to VP-Special Projects for Interstate Billing Service. In this new role, Underwood will serve as a project leader for portfolio projects and will be a resource for the implementation of strategic initiatives.
Your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your life. It can determine everything from the interest rate you get on a car loan to the apartment you rent.
How can you improve your credit score? Here are some tips:
- Check your credit report for accuracy.
- Pay your bills on time.
- Keep your credit utilization low.
- Apply for new credit sparingly.
- Dispute incorrect information on your credit report.
- Monitor your credit score regularly.
You're probably wondering how you're going to make your money last until the end of the month. After all, bills are piling up while your paycheck stays the same size. Don't worry, we've all been there at some point in our lives.
