Sometimes, it’s that PlayStation 5 or a luxury watch that irresistibly catches your eye. Other times, a sale pulls you in, and before you know it—poof!—you’ve splurged on a pair of headphones you didn’t actually need. It’s a universal feeling. Many of us feel dismay at the sight of a depleting bank account by the…
Spencer Savings Bank’s annual toy drive this December brought joy to hundreds of local children and families. Bank employees, including our very own Spencer Santa, personally delivered the toys collected from the financial centers and corporate headquarters to local nonprofit groups. “We’re grateful for the overwhelming generosity of our employees and customers”, José Guerrero, chairman…
Story Links SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The Syracuse Crunch and New York’s 529 College Savings Program Direct Plan will continue the Crunch Junior Reporter program for the 2024-25 season. The NY’s 529 Direct Plan Crunch Junior Reporter program gives children from the Syracuse area the opportunity to interview Crunch players or coaches throughout the season. The…
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Cash savings have enjoyed something of a renaissance in recent years, first through the stockpiling of money during Covid and, secondly, through the increased savings rate environment following the 2022 mini-Budget. As we head into 2025, there are several themes for savers to watch out for. 1. Rates will fall, but more gently than anticipated…
‘Warm spot in my heart’: Trump says he will look at looming TikTok ban When asked how he felt about a ban on TikTok, Trump told reporters that he believed the app helped him win some young voters in the 2024 election. President-elect Donald Trump wants to scrap daylight saving time. Trump said Friday he…
Simmons Bank Round-Up program streamlines saving for customers LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Simmons Bank announced today its automatic savings program, Round-Up, allowed customers to save nearly $5.5 million during the first eleven months of 2024. More than 25,000 customers utilized the program during this period. According to a Bankrate survey released earlier…
West Virginia couple loses $255K, life savings in real estate scam — how homebuyers can stay safe in 2025 After months of house-hunting, Raegan Bartlo and her husband finally found their dream home in a small West Virginia community just a few hours from Washington, D.C. But that dream became a nightmare as a few…
The Federal Reserve cut the federal funds rate twice this year, which means deposit rates are now falling. It’s more important than ever to ensure you’re earning the highest rate possible on your savings, and a high-yield savings account could be the solution. These accounts pay more interest than the typical savings account — as…
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates today, and banks may follow by lowering savings rates. High-yield savings accounts are still ideal for short-term savings, offering easy access to money you need on a whim. Some online banks and credit unions still have savings APYs over 4.50%. As the Federal Reserve concludes its…
