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Monitor Your Credit: How to Set Up Fraud Alerts on Credit Reports

Monitor Your Credit: How to Set Up Fraud Alerts on Credit Reports

Protecting your credit is essential in today’s digital age. One way to do this is by setting up fraud alerts on credit reports. This will notify the credit bureaus to take extra measures in reviewing credit requests on your behalf. A credit freeze, which prevents lenders from checking your credit reports, is also an option for added security.

Understanding Home Mortgages and Rates of Interest

Understanding Home Mortgages and Rates of Interest

Home mortgage interest rates can be influenced by a variety of factors, including inflation, economic growth, and the state of the housing market. It’s important to keep track of the latest home mortgage rates today to stay informed on the cost of borrowing. At Alpine Bank, we believe that understanding the intricacies of the home mortgage process is key to making informed financial decisions. Our Mortgage 101 guide offers tips on how to secure the best home mortgage rates, explains the different types of home loans available, and more.

Keep ahead of rising college costs

Keep ahead of rising college costs

The inflation we’re experiencing doesn’t bode well for parents who hope to see their children go to college. Historically, the costs of a college education have risen faster than the rate of inflation. But keeping ahead of rising education costs can be less formidable...

Debit Card Management in the Digital Age: Alpine Bank Tips

Debit Card Management in the Digital Age: Alpine Bank Tips

Stay in control of your bank card with Alpine Bank’s Digital Banking. You can easily activate a new card or reorder a worn-out one. If you’ve temporarily misplaced your debit card, you can turn it off and back on again once you’ve found it. With our new alerts and protections, you can be sure that your card is only being used the way you want.

You don’t need to wait to give it away

You don’t need to wait to give it away

Proposed changes to estate taxes may change the way that inheritance has traditionally worked In historic proportions, upwards of 10,000 baby boomers are crossing the retirement threshold each day. This segment of our population holds more than half the country's...