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Take simple steps now to maximize your tax refund

Steps you take before the April 15 deadline could help ensure you’re ready to file your tax return and get the most money back when you file your taxes.

Female bloggers making waves in personal finance

The Internet gives us access to a range of fab, female bloggers who are experts in 'personal finance' and working to transform our attitudes about money.

Save big on your New Year's Eve party with one signature cocktail

Hosting a New Year’s Eve party at your place can be awfully pricey. Serve up a signature drink, and that should be plenty to create a festive vibe.

7 Tips to save money on your holiday party

Spending time together with family and friends is one of the highlights of this season. Keep costs down with these seven tips on entertaining on a budget.

Holiday savings tips: Decorating

It's easy to get carried away decorating. We're here to let you know you can still go all out without seriously injuring your end-of-year budget.

Think outside the gift-wrapped box

You don’t have to spend a ton of money to have beautifully wrapped presents to give to for birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, or graduation gifts.

5 Tips for holiday entertaining on a budget

With all of the traveling, shopping, and party planning, it can be hard to stick to your budget. You can scale down your holiday plans and keep the fun.

Think creatively about saving money on gifts

Gift giving for everyone can add up quickly. Using our tips, you can get prepared and think creatively to avoid a bad financial start to the new year.

7 Do-it-yourself gifts people actually want

Making gifts for your loved ones is a great way to spend less. Pick a project you know your recipient will love since it was custom made just for them.

About Kasasa

We believe your money should do more... for you and your community. Founded in 2003, Kasasa is a financial and technology services company working to help empower consumers to take control of their finances and be proud of their money by banking locally with community banks and credit unions in your neighborhood, that you know and trust.

These local institutions have roots in their communities, care about people over profits, and are actively invested in local businesses to help keep the economy strong (unlike some of the megabanks we could name).

We believe you shouldn't have to choose between the best banking products, the best customer experience, or keeping your money local, where it can do more good. We've created ethical banking products and partnered exclusively with community banks and credit unions. So you can have it all.

Kasasa accounts are available at community financial institutions around the country. Find one near you at Kasasa.com to get free checking that pays cash rewards, the only loan with Take-Backs^™, and more. All while keeping your money in the community, so you can always be proud of your money.

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