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• Arizona ranks No. 1 for higher gas prices - Read Article

  Arizona ranks No. 1 for higher gas prices

  2026-04-10T17:00:00-07:00

  SmartAsset’s latest study finds Arizona is No. 1 when it comes to rising gas prices  over the last year.  DEEPER DIVE: Read all the Ranking Arizona Top 10 lists here INDUSTRY…

  
• 5 tips for spring cleaning your finances - Read Article

  5 tips for spring cleaning your finances

  2026-03-27T09:15:00-07:00

  Spring is in the air, and it’s time to enjoy the sunshine, purge the clutter, and do a deep cleaning on the house. But your home isn’t the only area…

  
• Staying safe on online marketplaces: 25 legal and safety tips - Read Article

  Staying safe on online marketplaces: 25 legal and safety tips

  2026-03-25T08:00:00-07:00

  Staying safe on online marketplaces: 25 legal and safety tips Online marketplaces offer convenience but come with real legal and safety risks that every buyer and seller should understand. This…

  
• Study: Taxes and insurance make up 21% of monthly mortgage payments - Read Article

  Study: Taxes and insurance make up 21% of monthly mortgage payments

  2026-03-13T11:35:00-07:00

  Property taxes and homeowners insurance are making up a growing share of monthly housing costs across the U.S., according to a new report from Neighbors Bank released today. While home…

  
• Why your home insurance quote might be higher than expected and how to fix it - Read Article

  Why your home insurance quote might be higher than expected and how to fix it

  2026-02-05T09:00:00-07:00

  You’ve done the sensible thing every homeowner or renter should do: you got the insurance quote, and you want to protect your home the best you can. However, the price…

  
• Arizona ranks No. 5 for increase in gas prices - Read Article

  Arizona ranks No. 5 for increase in gas prices

  2025-12-21T12:00:00-07:00

  As Arizona residents drive into the holiday travel season, a new SmartAsset study shows gas prices in the state have seen one of the steepest increases in the U.S., growing…

  
• Giving season: 5 food banks to donate to this holiday season - Read Article

  Giving season: 5 food banks to donate to this holiday season

  2025-11-16T05:10:00-07:00

  As the temperatures continue to cool and the holiday spirit picks up, gratitude and giving are in the air. Warm the heart and the belly of children and families across…

  
• Hidden holiday costs: What to watch for this holiday season - Read Article

  Hidden holiday costs: What to watch for this holiday season

  2025-11-12T10:40:00-07:00

  The holidays are usually called the most wonderful time of the year, but they are also typically the most expensive time of the year. In a recent survey from Bankrate,…

  
• Storm recovery: U-Haul offers 30 days free storage across Arizona - Read Article

  Storm recovery: U-Haul offers 30 days free storage across Arizona

  2025-10-21T10:15:00-07:00

  U-Haul® has made all 90 Company stores in Arizona available for 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to help residents after a string of powerful storms hit…

  
• Discounts, sales and digital offers: What you need to know in Arizona in 2025 - Read Article

  Discounts, sales and digital offers: What you need to know in Arizona in 2025

  2025-10-13T12:55:00-07:00

  The way Arizonans manage their finances has changed drastically over the years. In 2025, digital transactions are taking over everything from the way we shop to the way we book…

  
• 5 myths about credit unions - Read Article

  5 myths about credit unions

  2025-09-30T11:40:00-07:00

  Credit unions are cooperative, not-for-profit financial institutions. Unlike banks, credit unions prioritize people over profits and, in kind, are member-owned. The credit union philosophy is “people helping people,” which drives…

  
• 4 reasons a recession isn’t 100% confirmed - Read Article

  4 reasons a recession isn’t 100% confirmed

  2025-09-08T12:00:00-07:00

  A recession isn’t inevitable — at least not right now. Despite economic uncertainty, key indicators such as job growth, consumer spending and inflation trends suggest that the U.S. may still avoid a…