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With summertime rolling in, travelers are hitting the road (or sky) to make the most of the sunny season with a much-needed vacation. But are they truly making the most of their trip?

As online banking becomes more popular, so does the risk of fraud. We've put together 7 of our best tips to help you stay protected. 

As parents, we teach our kids many skills and habits to become successful adults, from brushing their teeth and riding a bike to dinner table manners and learning to read. But, what about the essential skill of money management and the importance of saving?

The dueling trends of rising home prices and rising rates have some first-time home buyers anxiously waiting on the sidelines, wondering if now is the right time to buy or if they should continue renting. With affordability as an issue, renting may seem like a better option, at least in the short term. However, rental rates are also rising, causing quite the conundrum for first-time home buyers. With an increase in mortgage and rental rates, many first-time home buyers are pondering the question - Should I rent or buy? 

To anyone following the real estate market over the last year, it likely comes as no surprise that rising prices and rising interest rates are producing a strain on housing affordability for many American families. On June 15, the Federal Reserve announced an additional 0.75% rate hike to combat inflation, making it the highest rate increase since 1994.  Given the current market landscape, is now a good time to purchase a home in Southwest Michigan?