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..
10 Money Tasks So Simple You’ll Be Done in an Hour
Let’s start with a bold truth: Nearly 61% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck—even those earning six figures. That stat isn’t just sobering. It’s..
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..
Top 10 Financial Mistakes Young Adults Make (and the Smart Saving Habits That Fix Them)
Let’s face it—money mistakes don’t come with a flashing neon sign that says, “Hey, you’ll regret this later!” They sneak in when we least expect it:..
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).
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..
