SMARTLAB Blog

7 Tips for Maintaining High-Mileage Vehicles Until Inflation Subsides

Logix / August 7, 2023

Since the onset of the pandemic and subsequent supply chain challenges, the auto industry has experienced three years of near-constant disruption. Luckily, supply chain woes are easing a bit, but rising interest rates and inflation are taking a huge toll on consumers. This is leading many who would otherwise be purchasing a new car or truck in 2023 to stay in their current vehicle for another year.  

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What You Need to Know About Utility Scams

Sherlogix Holmes / July 5, 2023

Many basic necessities rely on utilities we take for granted. And that makes them perfect for a scammer to exploit. Like many other scams, utility scams occur when a scammer pretends to be someone they’re not. In this case, the scammer poses as a representative from your power or water company and threatens to turn off your services unless you send payment right away or provide some important personal information.

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The Farmer and the Magic Seeds: Sowing the Seeds of Fortune

Logix / June 26, 2023

In the fertile financial fields of California, there lived a pragmatic farmer named Fred. With his sensible hat and sturdy boots, he was an emblem of resilience in this tumultuous terrain, where bulls and bears danced their unpredictable dance, and Wall Street wolves roamed. Yet, Fred was armed with a unique arsenal - his magic seeds, each representing a distinct investment strategy.

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Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) Service

Logix / June 20, 2023

The ERTC is a refundable credit that businesses can claim on qualified wages, including certain health insurance costs, paid to employees. The qualifying amount of the claim could be impacted by the laws that were in place at the time wages were paid, including:

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What Is an UTMA?

Logix / May 30, 2023

If you are looking to provide your children with a financial boost for their future, you might want to explore the benefits of opening an account that offers the flexibility to align the funds with their goals. A Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA) savings account might be precisely what you need.

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Preventing Card Fraud: Freeze/Unfreeze Your Card in the Mobile App

Maria Espinosa / May 23, 2023

Year after year, reports of debit and credit card fraud and associated financial losses continue to rise. As scammers become more skilled and sophisticated with their schemes, individuals need to enhance their digital security. So, how do you stay ahead of the game, you ask? Well, with the right knowledge and tools, of course. One powerful weapon is the ability to freeze or unfreeze your card using the Logix Mobile Banking app.

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Deposit Checks On the Go

Maria Espinosa / May 22, 2023

With the advancements in technology, mobile banking apps offer simple and time-saving solutions for various services, including depositing checks on the go. Whether you're at home or in the office, the Logix Mobile Banking app* provides the power of banking right at your fingertips. Gone are the days of making trips to your local branch or waiting in line for a check deposit!

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