Bill Rieger
Recent Posts
How Retirees Can Shop Smarter and Save More
Grocery costs are quietly eating into your retirement. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, older Americans spend more than $5,000 a..
The Real Cost of Flying South: Snowbirds’ Guide to Airline Expenses
Flights from frigid northern towns to sunny southern retreats: your migration deserves smarter planning. And hey, savvy snowbirds, did you know..
Why Your Driver’s License Is a Top Target for Scammers
Every 22 seconds, someone in the U.S. becomes a victim of identity theft. That’s faster than it takes to boil water or check your email. And while..
Why Some Florida Gas Stations Are Charging More for Credit Card Use—and How to Protect Yourself
Gas prices are already a sore spot for many Floridians, but a new concern is catching drivers off guard: credit card surcharges at the pump. In some..
The Hidden Link Between Debt Relief Scams and Identity Theft
"If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is." That old saying? It's more relevant than ever. Every year, millions of Americans fall into..
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..
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,..
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,..
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..
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).
