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Need some help saving money? A budget is your best friend! But what is a budget, how do you build one, and how can it help you reach your financial goals? Never fear, First Merchants is here to help you build a budget that works for you!

Saving for your future starts today, and an IRA can help you put your best foot forward when you’re ready to retire. What is an IRA? IRA stands for “Individual Retirement Account,” and it’s a great tool to help save money for retirement.

Do you find yourself wondering what personal finance is, and why it’s important? Do you want to know how to stay on budget, how to save for the future, or how to pay off debt? We’re here to help!

As Americans crunch numbers to get the most out of their tax returns, scammers lurk just around the corner. Bad actors often take advantage of tax season anxiety to cause confusion and trick people out of their hard-earned money or their personal information.

If you find yourself reading this guide, you’ve probably asked yourself, “What is mobile deposit?” If you’re like most Americans, you don’t always have time to stop by the bank to deposit a check – but mobile deposit is here for you.