Budget Blunders: 5 Common Budgeting Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Posted On: August 22, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management
Creating a budget is one of the most important steps toward financial stability—but even the best intentions can go off track. From underestimating expenses to skipping an emergency fund, many people make common budgeting mistakes that can slow their progress or lead to unnecessary stress.
In this guide, we’ll walk through five of the most common budgeting mistakes—and practical, realistic...
When borrowing money - Things to know
Posted On: September 8, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management
Borrowing money—whether from a bank, credit card, friend, or another lender—comes with general rules and principles that help protect both the borrower and the lender.
But before we share those general principles, please know this article isn’t going to talk about borrowing money to buy a home. Borrowing money for a home has so many options and components (it’s complicated); we truly recommend working with a professional....