Use Banking Tools to Stay in Control
By-Hank Stolz
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WORCESTER, MA– Bay State Bank’s Lauren Piehl joined the Talk of the Commonwealth to discuss how modern banking tools can help people take charge of their financial health.
Piehl began by emphasizing the importance of choosing a bank account that truly fits your lifestyle and goals. She encouraged listeners not to settle for generic options but to look for accounts that offer features like no fees, free checks, or rewards that align with personal spending habits.
She then highlighted how digital banking tools can make financial management simpler and more effective. Setting up account alerts helps monitor spending in real time and avoid overdrafts, while automated features like “swipe and save” and scheduled transfers allow customers to build savings painlessly over time.
Finally, Piehl underscored the value of building a relationship with your local banker. A trusted banker, she explained, can provide personalized guidance, help create savings plans, and connect customers with resources that support long-term goals — something community banks like Bay State Bank do especially well.
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