Welcome to the Citizens Bank blog! Here you’ll find timely, valuable insights that can help you manage your money, prepare for life’s milestones, protect against fraud, or grow a business. Plus, occasional news items about the great people at our bank and in our communities.
Beat the Winter Blues With These Fun Savings Tips
January 2023
The holidays are over, and spring is still a few months (and lots of degrees) away. Shake off the winter blues with these fun, creative strategies that turn saving money into an activity your whole family can enjoy.
Protect Your Business Against Wire Transfer Fraud
January 2023
Wire transfers are a quick and convenient way for businesses to send and receive funds without the delay and hassle of paper checks. And compared to putting checks in the mail, these electronic transactions between bank accounts are considered highly secure. But no form of payment is completely immune to bad actors – and wire transfer scams targeting small and midsized businesses are on the rise.
Let’s take a look at a few prevalent forms of wire transfer fraud and some best practices for keeping your hard-earned money safe.
15 Ways to Market Your Small Business
September 2022
Whether your business is new on the block or has been around for generations, effective marketing is essential for success. But that doesn’t mean you need to take out a Super Bowl ad. In fact, you might not have to spend a single dollar to win your next loyal customer. Here are 15 free (or low cost) marketing ideas you can run with.
7 Reasons to Consider Building Your Dream Home
September 2022
A brand-new, customized home offers many advantages, and with today’s ultra-competitive real estate market, now could be the right time to move forward. Choosing to build, buy, or renovate is one of life’s biggest decisions – and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. To help you decide, consider these seven benefits of building your own dream house.