The Student Loan Debt Relief Application is now live and scammers are using it as a way to get your money and information. Be sure to follow the process and be patient. Anyone who says they can put you in front of the line or speed up the process is a scammer.
You've decided that it's time to get your finances in order. Congratulations! The first step is to create a budget and start saving. But where do you even start?
Sheffield, AL – Wednesday, October 12, 2022 – Bank Independent's Creative Team, led by Jason Bowie and Matthew Fisackerly, has been named a winner in Ragan’s Video, Visual and Virtual Awards in the Illustration or Animated Design category.
You've probably heard a lot about cryptocurrency in the past few months. Everyone from your friends to the news is talking about it. And if you're like most people, you're probably wondering whether or not you should invest in it.
In this post, we'll explore the risks and rewards of investing in cryptocurrency. By the end, you'll hopefully have a better understanding of what it is, how it works, and whether or not it's right for you.
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.
