Scammers often target the elderly because they tend to have money and can sometimes be too trusting. Crooks who prey on this population often use the telephone or Internet to trick their victims with promises of prize money, threats designed to scare them into sending money, or companionship. Here are some of the most common Continue reading »
With back-to-school shopping in full swing, parents and students are spending money in stores and online. According to the National Retail Federation, back-to-school spending is projected to reach $82.8 billion the year. Shoppers need to be cautious of scammers especially when it comes to using debit or credit cards for purchases. Here are some helpful Continue reading »
Back-to-school season is in full swing, which means back to school shopping is also here! Amongst all the chaos, one may start to feel rather overwhelmed with the daunting trips to the school supply section. In the hopes of making this season a little less chaotic, here are some ways to make sure you don’t Continue reading »
The following article was written by Florida Capital Bank’s VP of Warehouse Operations, Jacqueline Ring. She was originally featured in the March edition of the Scotsman Guide. We hope you enjoy her insights on how utilizing a warehouse line of credit could be beneficial for your business. The mortgage industry rewards an entrepreneurial spirit. If Continue reading »
As a hiring manager, it’s important to make sure you have a lending staff with a diverse level of experience. You have your long-term loan officers (LOs) who’ve become superstars in the mortgage business, and then you have those who are still trying to learn the ropes. While giving the new hire a chance can Continue reading »
June is the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season. In recent years, Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Matthew have caused severe damage to many families homes. In times of crisis, it is important to be prepared when disaster strikes. In order to ensure means to better navigate around unexpected financial struggles. While no one can Continue reading »
Whether you just graduated college or you’re just trying to become a financially responsible young adult, adjusting to incoming financial responsibilities can be overwhelming. As you continue on to the next phase of life, you’ll notice being an adult is expensive. Between car payments, student loans, and the overall cost of living, how does one Continue reading »
As a small business owner, you want an innovative marketing strategy that guarantees visibility to potential customers without breaking the bank. With a focus on online strategy, that strategy will include search engine optimization, or “SEO.” SEO is a viable marketing outlet for small businesses and behemoths since it brings in qualified leads and customers. Continue reading »
Nearly 8 in 10 Americans can be classified as “online shoppers.” This means that 79% of American shoppers use the internet to find, research, and ultimately commit to buying a product or service all from some sort of device – a phone, tablet, or sometimes “home assistants.” With such a large group of consumers (and Continue reading »
Between managing day-to-day operations, monthly cash flow, and customer interactions, it can be overwhelming for any small business owner to figure out how to keep their funds out of the hands of cybercriminals and protect customer information. While you may not be keeping financial records in a shoebox any longer, even old-fashioned desktop accounting software Continue reading »
