National Cyber Security Awareness Month

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Happy #CyberSecurityAwareness Month! October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month and we want to help you stay safe online. Don’t let yourself become a victim of ID Theft, fraud or cybercrime. There are many aspects to cybersecurity and they can all have an impact on your financial well-being. Whether you’re managing your bills online, online shopping or simply checking your email, there are steps you can take to ensure that your information stays safe. Check out https://staysafeonline.org/stay-safe-online/managing-your-privacy/  for everything you need to know about Cyber Security Awareness Month, tips and resources that will help protect you and your family from...
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8th Annual Achieva Box Car Rally

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Support Local Schools 8th Annual Achieva Box Car Rally Saturday, October 14th 9 am – 4 pm Get ready – the annual Achieva Box Car Rally rolls through the streets of Clearwater in just two weeks! Enthusiastic crowds of spectators, lining Cleveland Street from Osceola Avenue to the waterfront, will cheer as their favorite racers hurtle down the hill toward victory. With two racing divisions and six classes in each division, there will be plenty of exciting race action throughout the day! Last year 262 racers competed in 340 individual races! From Pee Wees to Corporate sponsored drivers, and wacky...
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Dear First-Time Home Buyer: 4 Things You Need to Know

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Nothing says living the good life like buying your first home. It's a place to establish your roots and make your very own. If you're in the market as a first-time home buyer, we've got a straight forward article just for you. There really are 4 critical things you need to know. House size matters. Buying the right sized house is obviously a major factor. Even more so, having the right size yard is, too. If you plan not to be home over 75% of the time, then having a large Florida lawn may be difficult to maintain. (Unless you...
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Total Solar Eclipse 2017 – Why it’s a BIG Deal

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By now you’ve heard a lot of noise about the Great American Solar Eclipse that will happen on August 21st. Chirpy newscasters across the country have modeled the ever-so-stylish eclipse-protection eyewear, and travel sites are promoting remote cabins in the wilderness from which to achieve the best view of the celestial event. There’s a lot of hype surrounding this astronomic occurrence, but really, what’s the big deal? Timing is Everything Why is this eclipse so significant? This is the first total eclipse that will move across the entire United States since June of 1918. Eclipse chasers, known as umbraphiles (roughly...
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Back to school tips

4 Last Minute Tips for Back to School

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It's amazing to think that summer vacation is almost over. The sunny Florida days flew by quickly. The kids are headed back to school, and soon it will be bye-bye beaches, ice cream shops, and pajamas all day. But there's still so much left to do! There's less than a week left but the kids need uniforms, books, and supplies. Where does one begin? In this post, we feature all the ways to get a handle on things, with 4 last minute tips for back to school. Get a handle on paperwork. The most important tip to get back to...
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There’s Still Time for a Last-Minute Florida Trip

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Can you believe summer is almost over? It's incredible how fast the time went by. If you're like most, you want one final hurrah before turning in your swimsuit. Get your bag ready, because here we go! Kennedy Space Center SR 405, Titusville, FL 32899 (855)-433-4210 Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located in Central Florida, just a short distance away from Orlando. Perfect for a last minute Florida trip. What's unique about this complex is that attractions are grouped by chronological era. That means, as you travel around the center, you can take a historic look as to how...
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Home Renovations You Can Really Afford

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You know the feeling – your house needs a refresh, but you don’t have that kind of cash. If you have some improvements in mind, or maybe a few deferred maintenance tasks that you’ve been putting off, here’s some good news – Achieva offers a Renovation Refinance Loan that lets you cash in on your property’s equity to help you create the home of your dreams. You may be able to refinance your current mortgage and include the cost of repairs or upgrades for up to 95% of your home’s completed value! Smart Renovation Investments For years we’ve been told...
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Summer Vacation – How to Travel with Friends

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Traveling with friends sounds like a good idea – one big, Instagram-worthy party - until you’re in the thick of it and disagreements occur. Difficulties often develop around money, especially when some of the travelers need to stick to a budget. A little planning ahead can keep the party on track and mishaps to a minimum. Follow these suggestions to avoid awkward situations: Before You Go Institute a clear channel of communication. Gather everyone in the same room and plan the trip together. Be sure that everyone has the opportunity to make suggestions or voice concerns. Ensure that each person...
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How to Deal With Debt

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Finding yourself in a position where you don’t have enough cash to pay your debts is never fun. But don’t let it destroy your self-esteem. Acknowledge that you made a mistake, and make it your goal to not only rectify the error, but to learn from it. Objective: Put measures in place to pay off debt. What to Do: You have many choices in dealing with debt. One of your first decisions should be to stop racking up additional balances. Each time you avoid an expensive restaurant meal or any unnecessary purchase, pat yourself on the back for using self-control....
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