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The Powerful Significance of the New Florida Governor Vote

The Powerful Significance of the New Florida Governor Vote

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Current Florida Governor Rick Scott has met the term limits for staying in office. Because of this, a new Florida Governor vote is on this year's General Election ballot. Since this seat is so important, voting matters more than ever. Election Day is November 6, 2018, so mark your calendars and get ready. A governor is a state's advocate One function of a governor is to deliver a condition report about the state to the legislature. That means, if a state needs funding or aid, it is up to the governor to declare so. The role of a governor equates to being an advocate...
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The Really Simple Approach to Lend a Helping Hand

The Really Simple Approach to Lending a Helping Hand

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There are so many things that we can do with our time. Everyone gets the same 24 hours in a day. Yet, not everyone feels good about it. Why is that? In short, we believe the answer deals with volunteering. Research has shown, people who regularly give back to their communities often feel more fulfillment. For the rest of this post, we're going to explain simple ways to lend a helping hand around your neighborhood. Volunteering means many things When a city has a high rate of community supporters, crime is less likely. This is in stark contrast to neighborhoods without advocacy. Moreover, the benefit of volunteering means several...
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Sneaky Ways Store Credit Cards Make You Lose Your Money

7 Sneaky Ways Store Credit Cards Make You Lose Your Money

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How many times have you been asked to sign up for store credit cards? And, how many times have you followed through? For some, shopping comes as second nature. The excitement of buying new items creates fulfillment and happiness. However, having multiple retail store credit cards can actually make you lose money. We're here to discuss the 7 sneaky ways store credit cards can negatively impact your finances. 1. They have mountainous interest Interest is a huge obstacle when it comes to finances. The average store-brand card has an APR of 26.38 percent. That is very high in regards to paying...
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Established in 1937, Achieva Credit Union provides GOOD banking experiences to people from all walks of life. Unlike big banks, we are not-for-profit and are owned and operated by the members we serve. That means we’re accountable to you, not outside shareholders. With branches located conveniently along Florida’s Gulf Coast, we provide financial services such as checking and savings accounts, credit cards, refinancing, loans, and more. Discover the credit union difference at www.achievacu.com today. 

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