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Why shop local during the holidays?

Some reasons make obvious sense and some aren’t so immediately obvious, but here's why it's important (and rewarding!) to shop local this holiday season.

Sizing up a megabank

A ginormous bank that employs enough people to fill a small city may have mega accounts, but how does it measure up when you need it to focus on you?

Finding the perfect place to bank: Our guide to your new financial home

If a bank is receiving all your money, you ought to put your dollars where it matters. Why not a place that makes you feel good about your choice?

Big box stores vs small retailers: When is shopping local better?

Is shopping big box really worth it? When is shopping local the smarter choice? Here’s our quick guide to when to shop at big stores vs small retailers.

Weighing the difference: Local banks versus national banks

How does a community bank stack up vs. a big bank? Making a personal choice about whether you prefer a David or a Goliath begins with bigger variables.

Let’s check out your local economy

What is a local economy? Anywhere you and your neighbors go to spend money is part of the local economy. Boom. You just boosted your local economy.

What is a community financial institution?

A community financial institution can be defined by its size, its mission, and its geographic location. The key word tying them together is community.

Community banking: What does it mean to bank local?

A financial institution has a vested interest in helping sustain your community, loan money to local businesses, and assist with family financial needs.

Community banks and credit unions: How banking locally supports your city or town

Your local bank branch provides financial services, but also serves as a constant point of convenience and familiarity in small towns and rural communities

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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