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Bill Rieger

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Banking on Community: Liberty’s Sarasota & Manatee County Event Recap [May 2025]

At Liberty Savings Bank, we don’t just serve the community—we’re part of it. Every handshake at a local event, every ribbon snipped at a grand..

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Plan Your June: Sarasota, Venice, and Bradenton Events

It’s not just the palm trees swaying or the sunsets painting the Gulf sky—June on Florida’s Suncoast is a living, breathing experience. Sarasota,..

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Real Estate Wire Fraud Is on the Rise: Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Closing Funds

Imagine saving for years. Sacrificing luxuries. Skipping vacations. Then finally—you’re ready. You’ve found the perfect home, signed the contract,..

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How to Develop a Spending and Saving Plan, and How to Prioritize Spending When Money Is Short

There’s something sobering about checking your bank account after paying the bills and realizing there’s barely enough left for groceries—let alone..

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The $16.6 Billion Wake-Up Call: What the FBI’s New Cybercrime Report Means for Everyday People

$16.6 billion. That’s how much Americans lost to cybercrime in 2024, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).

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How Local Banks Support Your Community—and Why That Matters More Than You Think

In the U.S., community banks make up nearly 97% of all banks, yet they hold less than 15% of total industry assets. That stat alone should make you..

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Guard Your Home’s Title: Simple Steps to Stay Safe

According to the FBI, real estate fraud costs victims hundreds of millions of dollars a year—and title theft is one of the fastest-growing schemes in..

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How to Get a Loan from the Bank

Here’s the reality: nearly 8 in 10 American adults will take out a loan in their lifetime—be it a mortgage, auto loan, personal loan, or something..

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16 Must-Try Vendors at the Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market

Over 80% of Americans live within 10 miles of a farmers market—but few have one as vibrant, inviting, and downright delicious as Lakewood Ranch’s.

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Build the Perfect Mother’s Day: Brunch + Bonus Activities in Sarasota & Bradenton

Americans spend over $35 billion on Mother’s Day each year—and yet, the best gift often isn’t bought. It’s shared. Time. Thoughtfulness. Moments..

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