Everyday there are nearly 300 billion emails sent worldwide. The average office worker receives 121 emails per day and these numbers continue to trend upward. All this email activity creates an environment ripe for fraud. Bad actors are working hard everyday to send emails that look legitimate, but are intended to cause you harm. This tactic is called Phishing and it's important for you to be cautious when clicking links or attachments in emails.
Buying a house is hands down one of the most important decisions you will ever make. It’s a big deal for a number of reasons — primarily because it’s a real financial commitment spanning 15, 20, even 30 years down the road. With so much invested in this decision, how do you find the right mortgage provider? What should you look for? What financing options are out there? Where do you even begin? Here are a few key factors to help in the decision-making process.
Today's banking landscape looks much different than it did in the 90's. Back then, I learned the importance of people over sales goals. As my predecessor banks grew larger and larger, the focus moved away from relationships and became more about numbers. That's why I'm thankful to be a part of the Peoples Bank of Alabama team; because here we really do care about people.
Technology is ever changing, and with Microsoft’s recent announcement to discontinue Internet Explorer support, Online Banking users will also be affected. Beginning April 7, 2020, be ready to take action… Read this blog for more information.
Making the move from employee to business owner is a big risk, and unfortunately more start ups fail than succeed. We love small businesses and want to help them thrive. Continue reading to find out the top 5 reasons small businesses fail to avoid these mistakes.
At the end of June 2019, our customer support team had received over 68,000 calls for an average of over 11,000 per month. In answering all these calls, we wanted to share the top 6 questions asked along with their answers. So read on to learn what others are asking, because you may have the same question(s) soon!
The calendar has officially reached the half way point of 2019. First, pause for a moment and reflect on how fast 6 months ticked by… if your life is anything like mine, it feels like time is ticking away faster and faster. So if you think the first half of the year has flown by, don’t you think the second half will as well? So, I have to ask, are you prepared for Christmas?
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A mortgage is a big decision for you and your family. It's important to be knowledgeable about the process, because unlike a board game your decisions have much bigger consequences. Read these 5 things to know when looking for a mortgage loan to help you make the best decision.
Have you ever seen a new service or new technology and thought “That looks cool… but does it really work?” Whether you’ve been previously burned by a poor experience or just doubtful by nature, a bit of skepticism is healthy and probably wise in our ever advancing technological world.
Managing cash flow is an essential step to maximize growth and profitability in today’s business environment. Understanding the overall payables/receivables cycle will lead to lower costs, time efficiencies, increased control and fraud prevention.
One of the most vital tools that we use every day when it comes to technology is a password. Unfortunately, it's also one of the things we all hate to manage. Even with the advancements in password replacement technologies, we are still several years away from completely eliminating them. In this article, learn three qualities all passwords need to keep you and your information protected.
In my 30+ years working in banking, I've helped many business owners better understand the options available to start, grow or expand their business. In working with the Small Business Administration, we expand the lending options available to help businesses maximize cash flow. Understanding the answers to these three questions can help you and your business make the best decision for your future.
When you think of banks, you probably think of dollars and debit cards, lending and perhaps the occasional lollipop bouquet arranged at the teller’s station. At Peoples Bank of Alabama, the very core of the business is something deeper than basic bank offerings. Rather than operating as a commodity, the people of Peoples Bank of Alabama (PBAL) realize that the dollars involved in banking are the commodity—the delivery of those dollars is not.
Apple Pay and Google Pay are established and growing—but can you trust them to keep your information safe? We think so, and we have five compelling reasons why.
Need funds for an unexpected expense or a dream and want a convenient way to get them? Here, we talk about our online personal loans and our credit card program.
Want to send money quickly and easily but don’t want to go through the hassle of wiring funds, getting cash, or writing a check? Here’s the best way to send money today.
Looking to open up deposit accounts in a local bank? Here are the qualities that matter, according to the many customers we’ve served across four decades and counting.
At Peoples Bank of Alabama, we champion local banking by building strong relationships with every customer and doing our best to make your experience with us easy and hassle-free.
It’s easy to avoid large, extravagant purchases like dream vacations or the fully loaded luxury car, but small everyday spending adds up over time. If you’ve ever said, “Where did all my money go?” keep reading to learn how you can plug up the money leaks and stop the budget killers in your spending.
Sound financial habits don’t have to wait until kids are grown. The best time to start is early so that kids learn responsible banking before they go out on their own and make a bad decision that negatively impacts them for years. We are here to help you teach your teen how to save, spend responsibly and avoid overdrafts. Read on to learn some critical areas to cover when discussing banking with your teen.
Many people save and plan all their lives with the full intention of relocating for retirement. Continue reading to understand the benefits, impacts and tips for relocating in retirement.
