Point of View
Resources, Perspectives & Insights from PNC
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PNC Issues First Social Impact Bond
The bank invests in a program aiming to improve birth outcomes for families in a Western Michigan county.
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PNC Bank Continues to Focus on Giving Back
PNC Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act rating reflects the bank’s commitment to communities and responsible banking.
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What It Means to Be Out at Work
Seven of PNC’s LGBTQ+ employees share their personal experiences, challenges and successes.
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Financial Institutions Team Up to Provide Free Legal Services
PNC Legal team takes the lead in creating inaugural Financial Institution Pro Bono Day.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Say “I Do” to a Cyber-Safe Wedding Experience
With wedding season upon us, it’s key to know how to help protect yourself from scammers when it comes to wedding websites, registries and more.
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Networking, Culture Pave Way for Women at PNC
We spoke with several exceptional employees who happen to be women. Here’s what they said about their success at PNC.
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PNC Continues to Inspire Great Futures
On the 15th anniversary of PNC Grow Up Great, we reflect on how far we’ve come together.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Child Identity Theft and Sharenting
Well-intended parents may put their child at risk of identity theft by oversharing on social media
INNOVATION & SECURITY
How to Stay Safe When Traveling Internationally
Bit by the travel bug and heading overseas? We asked three experts how to physically and financially protect yourself.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
One Way to Teach Teens Credit Card Basics
Feature allows card holders to add teen children to their accounts to oversee spending and teach them how to use credit cards responsibly.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Is the Sandwich Generation Financially Sound?
The sandwich generation is caring for their children and elderly relatives. PNC surveyed members to gauge their financial stressors and preparedness.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Warning! Don’t Click Past Those Privacy Policies
As privacy concerns continue to grow every day, it’s time to evaluate how you are keeping yourself safe in the growing data economy.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Answer at Your Own Risk: 5 Things to Know about Vishing
Voice phishing, or vishing, is a tactic criminals use to steal information from unsuspecting victims. Here’s what you need to know.
LOOSE CHANGE
To Give or Not to Give Your Kid an Allowance
There comes a time in every parent’s life when you have to decide whether to give your kid an allowance. Here’s some help.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Watch Out for the Latest Tax Scam
Tax preparers are being targeted. Here’s what you need to know.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Handle Market Volatility at Every Age
Whether you are just starting out, in your peak earning years or closing in on retirement – market downturns can be unsettling.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Stay Social Media Safe: 5 Ways to Avoid Identity Theft
Social media helps you connect, but the data you’re sharing can put you at risk of identity theft. Avoid these potential pitfalls.
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Setting the Record Straight on Four Myths about the Workforce
PNC’s director of talent explains why it’s important to take a step back from generalizations.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
The Top 3 Cyber Threats to Watch Out for in 2019
When it comes to your sensitive personal and financial information and data, you can never be too careful.
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PNC Taps High Schools for Talent
PartnerUp program aims to invest in talent, fill entry level positions and lessen the skills gap in the Pittsburgh region.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Three Ways Automated Menus Enhance the Customer Experience
Telephone calls answered by automated menus can help to protect you and to connect you with the right human faster.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Combining Finances? Consider This
Deciding if or when to merge money can be tough. While each situation is different, Cary Guffey offers common strategies for couples to consider.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Shopping Online? Foil the Fraudsters with These Tips
There are numerous ways you can become an online shopping victim this holiday season. Here’s how to avoid the traps.
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Decorated Veteran Receives Keys to Mortgage-Free Home
Former Master Sgt. Michael Levine served two tours of duty before being wounded in combat in Iraq. Now he and his family are starting a new life in N.C.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Think You’re Ready for Your First Credit Card? Ponder These Points
A credit card can provide an important step in building a credit history.
LOOSE CHANGE
Real Cash Chronicle: Here’s How I Spend, Save and Invest
PNC’s Point of View editors asked an early career communications professional how she is working to achieve her financial goals.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Secure Your Cell Phone Against SMiShing
Be alert for text messages from unknown sources. It could be a scam compromising your personal information.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Five Things that Shed Light on the Dark Web
It may seem a little spooky, but knowledge is power. PNC’s Debbie Guild sheds light on the mysterious dark web.
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Meet PNC’s First Accessibility Officer
Greg Pollock says his position is just one example of the organization’s ongoing commitment to accessibility and disability inclusion.
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It Took an Opportunity to Give New Life to an Old Building
Reimagining an old storage building is made possible through an Opportunity Zone investment.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Small and Mid-size Business Owners Feel a Slight Chill in the Air
Survey shows optimism about the economy fell slightly since spring, but remains well above fall 2017.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Do You Know the Most Common Types of Cybercrime?
Find out what you know (or maybe don’t know) about keeping yourself safe when it comes to cybercrime.
LOOSE CHANGE
Should You Pity the Penny?
Are the poor penny’s days numbered? This Q&A with PNC’s Karen Morgan covers this copper-plated conundrum.
LOOSE CHANGE
Traveling Abroad? Here’s the Scoop on Cash
Planning to use a foreign currency can open a world of unknowns for travelers. Here’s what you need to know to get the best deal before and after you leave.
LOOSE CHANGE
Real Cash Chronicle: Here’s How I Spend, Save and Invest
One young banker is on the road to financial independence but wants to know how she can do better.
Innovation & Security
Natural Disasters Bring Increased Fraud – How to Beware of Scammers
Learn why natural disasters, such as Hurricanes, pose an additional risk of fraud to consumers.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Are You Financially Prepared for a Natural Disaster?
PNC shares seven ways to prepare and protect your finances ahead of an emergency.
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Alliance with DonorsChoose.org Benefits Thousands of Pre-K Children
Fall match offer doubles impact of donations to eligible Pre-K and Head Start projects.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
ATM Alert
These tips can help protect your debit and credit cards from skimmers and shimmers.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Concerned About Rising Mortgage Rates? Borrowers Have Options
Some home buyers are considering tried and true options for financing a home.
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How to Choose a Mortgage Loan Officer
A mortgage loan officer is an integral part of any real estate buyer’s team. Here’s what to look for when choosing one.
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How to Teach High School Students About Money
There’s no better time to impart critically important financial lessons on your children than when they are teenagers.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Chip Burning Sparks Concern for Consumers
Learn the warning signs of potential chip card tampering before activating your new or replacement debit and credit cards.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Freshman 15 of Financial Fitness
Start the school year off on the right foot with these tips to help keep your finances in good shape.
LOOSE CHANGE
Real Cash Chronicle: Here’s How I Spend, Save and Invest
One couple at the beginning of their careers have defined short- and long-term goals.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Five Ways to Beat the Heat in a Hot Housing Market
PNC’s Staci Titsworth shares five tips to help you go from prospective buyer to happy homeowner.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Jackpotting: No Longer Just for Slot Machines
PNC’s fraud teams are working to prevent a new type of ATM scam.
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A Dream Becomes Reality Through Nonprofit Financing
A new health center is under construction thanks to innovative community development banking.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Student Loans 101: Paying Down Your Principal
Study these tips to help you pay off your student loans ahead of time, which could save you money.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Determine if Your Life Insurance Fits Your Needs
You should check in on your life insurance regularly to be sure your coverage is sufficient.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Cut Years Off of the Mortgage of your Home, Sweet, Home
By making just one extra mortgage payment per year you can save thousands of dollars in interest.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Financial Tips for Millennial Job Hoppers
Millennials who frequently switch jobs can reap the benefits if they make financially sound decisions throughout each transition.
LOOSE CHANGE
Super Savers Reveal Strategies to Keep More Money
Super savers use strategies that are simple, effective and livable. What can we learn from them?
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Is it Time to Thaw Your Credit Report?
If you froze your credit report after a data breach, here are three things to know before making the decision to unfreeze.
LOOSE CHANGE
PNC Line of Credit Leads to Presidential Discovery
What happens when a family expands the basement of their historic home in Alexandria, VA? A presidential discovery, of course!
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Four Steps to Help you Achieve Financial Independence
Here’s how to define and achieve true financial freedom.
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PNC Honored for Advancing Diversity and Equal Opportunity
PNC was awarded the A. Leon Higginbotham Corporate Leadership Award from the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
High School Students Tackle Financial Education Basics
PNC is bringing financial education to campus and introducing basic money management concepts, one classroom at a time.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
What the Fed Rate Hike Means for Small Businesses
The Federal Reserve voted to again raise interest rates. PNC shares what it could mean for your small business.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Rising Interest Rates: What Bank Customers Need To Know
The cost of borrowing may increase, but there is a silver lining.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Are Male and Female Millennials on the Same Page Financially?
Survey reveals how the financial habits and attitudes of male and female millennials differ.
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What’s in a Name?
Changing your name can affect your life, but for some, something so simple can prove to be so difficult.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
In Case of Emergency: 5 Tips to Boost Your Savings
It never hurts to prepare for the worst. Here are some tips for building an emergency savings fund.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Leading the Fight Against Fraud Frustration
Enhancements help improve customer experience, reduce point-of-sale declines and fraud losses.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Out with Old, In with New Receivables Tips
Small businesses can refresh accounts receivables with four tips for how to help collect money faster and improve cash flow.
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A Water Crisis Promotes Early Childhood Education and Health
How a team approach financed and constructed a new school in remarkable time.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Are Millennials Financially Ready for the Future?
Survey finds Millennials’ long-term financial attitudes and habits were greatly impacted by what they were taught as children.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Paying By Card? You Might Not Need to Sign
You may not have to sign for your in-store credit or debit card purchases. Here are four things to know about the change.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
How Safe are P2P Payments?
Person-to-person (P2P) payments are growing in popularity. Keep your money safe when using P2P payments with these tips.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Financial Habits that New Graduates Should Adopt
Your first job presents an opportunity to set yourself up for future financial success. PNC offers tips to help you get there.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
When Apps Go Rogue
Stay alert! Help protect your mobile devices from malicious apps.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Spring Clean Your Finances
Your spring to-do list shouldn’t be limited to your home. Now is the perfect time to give your finances a deep cleaning.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Do You Know the Basics of Financial Literacy?
Finding out what you know (and don’t know) can help you take the first step toward mastering your money.
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Impact of Tax Reform on Businesses: Verdict Still Out
Small and mid-size business leaders expect positive impact from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, but are unsure of the extent.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Business Owners Show Record-High Optimism
Optimism is running at historic highs in all categories evaluated by The PNC Financial Services Group in the 15-year history of the PNC Economic Outlook.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Protect Your Paycheck from New Phishing Scam
Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf can teach us an unexpected lesson about identity thieves and a new threat targeting payroll information.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Programs to Make Home Buying More Affordable
For a variety of income levels, there are affordable ways to become a homeowner without chipping away a big chunk of your budget.
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Launching Big Ideas
Happy Valley LaunchBox, Powered by PNC Bank, helps entrepreneurs make their dreams a reality.
LOOSE CHANGE
Can You Handle a Healthcare Crisis in Retirement?
Most save for retirement and dream of doing fun things like travel. Yet unexpected healthcare costs can derail your plans. Here’s what to consider.
LOOSE CHANGE
Women in Business Find Allies at PNC
Thirty years ago, women couldn’t access financial resources to start a business. Today, women-owned businesses are among the fastest-growing segments.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Control Vacation Spending Before Hitting the Road
Unexpected costs could take bite out of your budget.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Does Daylight Saving Time Affect the Economy?
Daylight Saving Time has perceived effects on health and crime, but its impact on the economy is ultimately inconclusive, PNC economist says.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
How to Steer Clear of Ticket Fraud
When you’re looking to score those hard-to-get tickets, these tips are just the ticket to help avoid fraud.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Student Loan Debt Doesn’t Have to Control Your Checkbook
Student loan debt doesn’t have to be overwhelming and expensive. Consider a variety of tools to help manage it.
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Empowering Kids to Learn About Money
It’s never too early to teach kids about saving money. PNC’s School Bank Program offers on-site learning to enhance classroom curriculum.
Innovation & Security
How to Identify Tax Refund Identity Theft Warning Signs
Use these tips to help fend off thieves when it comes to your identity so they don’t get a tax refund from Uncle Sam on your behalf.
Innovation & Security
You’ve Been Hacked! Seven Tips to Help Detect and Take Back Control
Learn some of the warning signs that you may have been hacked and tips you can use to help take back control.
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How Long Should You Keep Financial Records?
Here’s a guide to help you think through how to keep and store your most important documents, but also know what you can shred.
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30 Million Reasons to Focus on Vocabulary
PNC has extended its successful multi-city vocabulary initiative with an additional $3.65 million investment.
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Putting the Wheels in Motion This Holiday Season
Christmas comes early for Vehicles for Change car recipients in Maryland.
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Academy of Hope Helps Adults Better Their Lives through Education
A special adult public charter school provides help for those who want to help themselves.
Innovation & Security
Top Six New Year’s Resolutions to Protect Your Identity
Add a cybersecurity resolution to help protect your personal information from identity thieves this coming year.
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At PNC, 2020 is Already Here
PNC met its carbon emissions and energy reduction goals for 2020 ahead of schedule. Now, the company is raising the bar for 2035.
Loose Change
Try These Savings Hacks That Really Pay Off
If you’ve tried and tried, but don’t save on a regular basis, try one of these tips and celebrate the New Year with a savings plan that works.
Financial & Economic Insights
Loan Officer Helps New Residents Find Home, Sweet Home
Bela Singh, a mortgage loan officer with PNC, helps new American residents navigate the home mortgage process.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Be Aware of These 6 Holiday Ho Ho Hoaxes
From Black Friday to December’s last days, keep yourself fraud-free this season by learning common holiday scams and tips to protect yourself.
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Veterans Wanted for New Businesses
Veterans share insight into how military training and skills can help to successfully launch small businesses.
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A Soldier's Best Friend
Service dogs are helping wounded veterans transition to civilian life. The impact of the dogs is dramatic as lives are saved.
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Wounded Veteran Receives Mortgage-Free Home
After a 22-year career serving his country, retired combat veteran Sgt. James Davis receives a rare gift – a home donated in honor of his sacrifice.
LOOSE CHANGE
Business Aviation: More Than Just A First Class Seat
While the aviation industry continues to improve, companies and individuals use business aircraft to boost the bottom line.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Five Benefits to Using a Mobile Wallet
Mobile wallets are a relatively new payment option (compared to cash and checks) that can offer some serious benefits.
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New Pre-K Alliance Enhances Early Learning
Pre-K teacher’s request for new classroom resources and experiences is made possible by PNC and DonorsChoose.org.
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PNC Fairfax is Making Connections in Cleveland
The PNC Fairfax Connection is celebrating its five-year anniversary as an unprecedented, free community resource center.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Lending Opportunities Allow Small Businesses to Flourish
With a dream and specific goals in mind, dental practice grows into its own building, thanks to help from PNC.
LOOSE CHANGE
Business Owners Beware: Counterfeiters Go Hi-Tech
Aside from cyber-attacks and identity theft, there is another real threat that could impact your business and bottom line – fake money.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Financial Scams Target Elderly, Vulnerable
Elderly financial exploitation costs Americans almost $3 billion per year. How do you protect yourself and your loved ones?
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Five Ways to Help Protect Yourself after a Data Breach
If your personal data may have been exposed, take these steps to help protect yourself, then carefully watch for identity theft and phishing attempts.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Learn How to Catch a Phish
The email phish is a master of disguise. Follow these tips to understand what a phish is and how to catch it.
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So Many Good Jobs, But Where Are the Workers?
America’s workforce has evolved since the nation celebrated its first Labor Day in 1894. Learn what skills tomorrow’s workers will need.
LOOSE CHANGE
Bigger Is No Longer Better with Bank Branches
Big buildings, massive vaults and teller windows have led to a more personal banking experience as bank branches continue to evolve over time.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Do Your Homework to Help Avoid Wire Transfer Scams
Wire transfers are fast and final. With a few extra steps, they’re safer too.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Cyber Infection Prevention: 5 Tips for College Students
Computers and cellphones don’t get sick days. Decrease the risk of infecting yourself and others with good cyber hygiene.
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Students Benefit From a Better Learning Environment
Schools and non-profit organizations see benefits from corporate furniture reuse program.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Having Access to Credit Can Be Good for College Students
With a little preparation and information, parents can help their students start to build a credit history and avoid potential pitfalls of bad credit.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Avoid Overspending while Shopping Online
Shopping online is easier than ever, but so is over spending. If you’re not careful, your budget can go haywire.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Child Heading to College? Time for Budgeting 101
Budgeting can be difficult for a broke college student, but that is when it’s even more important. And it can be done by following five simple steps.
LOOSE CHANGE
Parental Leave is a Hit
In 2016, PNC announced a change to its parental leave policy for all new moms and dads. Here’s one dad’s look at how his leave helped his family.
LOOSE CHANGE
What to do When Your Wallet Goes Missing
If you lose your wallet, keep calm and start making phone calls. Tracey Markovich shares eight steps, plus two actions to take before you lose it.
LOOSE CHANGE
Do You Still Carry a Checkbook?
This old-school form of payment is rapidly falling out of fashion.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Dreaming of Retiring Early? Consider These 5 Tips
Investing for retirement can be tricky, but an early retirement requires even more planning.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Join the Party: The ATM Celebrates its 50th Birthday
The ATM turns 50 this month. It celebrates a storied history of how it became a key part of most American lives, with more convenience to come.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Don’t Become a Victim at the ATM
Follow these six tips to help protect yourself, your accounts and your personal information while using an ATM.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Avoid Budget-Busting Vacation Extras
Three ways to save on travel expenses once you’ve reached your final destination.
LOOSE CHANGE
Mother & Daughter Tag Team in Trucking
This mother, daughter duo share insight on how they keep their business and personal lives in sync to manage family trucking business.
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How One Promise is Worth $15 Million
A Cincinnati woman helped to create a new early childhood education approach that is being studied nationwide.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
PNC Sits for Women in Technology
Women make up 50 percent of the U.S. workforce, but hold just 25 percent of all technology and computing roles. See how PNC is working to change that.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Students Can Learn About Budgeting from This Guy
College student Blake Chelf says careful – and realistic – financial planning allows him to splurge on the fun things while saving for the future.
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Five Years Later, Southeast Remains Key Growth Market
Five years after expanding its Southeast presence, PNC continues to focus on investments and partnerships to help drive community development.
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Extreme Classroom Makeover
PNC and DonorsChoose.org help "engineer" learning for future STEM scholars and more.
INNOVATION & SECURITY
Six Tips for Social Media Security
No one is immune from cyber criminals. Protect your personal information and be more aware of your social media activity with these six tips.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Business Owners Show Optimism for U.S. Economy, Own Business
Small- and mid-sized business owners surveyed by PNC have optimism – and plenty of it.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
Why Owning a Home Might Be Easier Than You Think
PNC’s new online tool, Home Insight Planner, can help you budget and search for your dream home.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
What Does a Federal Reserve Bank Director do?
Meet two PNC regional presidents who are members of the board of directors of two regional Federal Reserve Bank boards.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
How to Ease the Financial Burden of Wedding Season
In anticipation of wedding season, PNC helps provide tips to help reduce costs for the bride, groom and bridal party.
FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC INSIGHTS
House Hunting? Follow These Four Steps
Buying a new home is exciting, but mortgage delays can be stressful. Here are four things you can do to be more proactive in the mortgage process.
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PNC Brings Classroom Dreams to Life
A new $5 million initiative is helping teachers obtain the tools and experiences they need to help give their students a head start in life.
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What Do the Symbols on U.S. Currency Mean?
The numbers and symbols on U.S. currency indicate a lot more than the note’s value.
Financial & Economic Insights
Private Mortgage Insurance: Good for You, Good for your Lender
Private mortgage insurance may benefit the buyer – and lender – in three key ways.
Financial & Economic Insights
Changing Jobs? Add This to Your Check List
If you’re starting a new job, it’s time to review your retirement accounts and the four basic options you may have for 401(k)s to help reach your goals.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Founder of Thirty Million Words Initiative Visits PNC
PNC employees, clients and community partners learn the vital role language plays in brain development and early childhood learning.
OUR COMMITMENTS
How PNC Helps to Finance the Solar Power Revolution
As a leader in eco-friendly development, PNC Energy Capital lights the way for solar industry growth.
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PNC Continues to Advance its Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility report highlights the bank’s progress in addressing key sustainability issues.
Financial & Economic Insights
Why Bigger Tax Refunds Aren’t Always Better
A big tax refund can be nice, but can mean less money in each paycheck. Instead, adjust your W-4 and put that money to work throughout the year.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Look Past Bias & Deepen Relationships
Diversity advocate Michael Fosberg explains why it’s vital to listen and understand realities other than your own.
Innovation & Security
Five Ways Taxpayers can Practice Self Defense
Learn about five common scams targeting U.S. taxpayers and how to help defend yourself against them.
OUR COMMITMENTS
The Bank of Presidents
Throughout much of American history, a Washington, D.C. bank, ultimately acquired by PNC, played a role in helping the country grow and prosper.
Financial & Economic Insights
How to Find Forgotten Money
Your state’s unclaimed property program may have money for you to put back into your pocket.
Innovation & Security
Coffee & Coding: Recipe for Banking Tech Success?
PNC APIFest contestants pulled an all-nighter in a race to create potential new products for the bank.
Innovation & Security
Identity Theft: Protecting Your Child Begins at Birth
Learn the warning signs to detect and protect your child’s squeaky clean credit history.
Loose Change
The Many Faces of U.S. Currency
U.S. currency has come a long way since it was first introduced in 1690.
Financial & Economic Insights
Five New Year’s Resolutions for Your Finances
This year, resolve to maintain your financial health by following these five tips to gain good habits and lose the bad ones.
Innovation & Security
What You Need to Know About Scams
Helping to stop scams can be as simple as learning their characteristics and reporting them whenever they arise.
Financial & Economic Insights
Cash or Credit: What Does the Future Hold?
Paper money fights to survive in a changing financial world.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Video: How PNC Celebrates Family Through Golf
Golfers discuss how the PNC Father/Son challenge tournament strengthened their family bond.
Financial & Economic Insights
How to Secure Your Finances During Holiday Travel
No matter how far away you roam, follow these eight tips for a safer holiday trip.
Financial & Economic Insights
Keep the Naughty Away for Nice Holiday Shopping
Follow these security tips while shopping for the holidays to help protect your finances and personal information.
Innovation & Security
How to Receive a New Debit Card – Instantly
A PNC customer walks into a branch. She receives a new debit card immediately. That’s no joke.
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Video: Purple Heart Recipient Welcomed Home
PNC Bank, along with Military Warriors Support Foundation, donated a home to a retired U.S. Army Sergeant and his wife.
Financial & Economic Insights
Six Ways to Prepare Snowbird Finances
Heading south for the winter? Here are six steps for preparing your finances before your trip.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Veteran & his Wife Channel Entrepreneurial Spirit
Learn how a veteran and his wife built a daycare business from the ground up.
Financial & Economic Insights
There’s a Better Way to Buy a Car
Many people are anxious about the prospect of buying a car, but if you like to plan ahead, there’s a simple option to minimize the hassle.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Video: Turning a Classroom Into a Bank Branch
Watch how a Pennsylvania elementary school classroom is turned into a bank branch – run by kids.
Financial & Economic Insights
Women in Business Team Up for Growth
PNC’s Lori Williams shares five ways women in particular can strengthen their businesses, and how she helped one small business quadruple in size.
Innovation & Security
Mortgage Fraud: What You Need to Know
When you buy a house, this is why you should disclose if you plan to rent it.
Innovation & Security
Learn How to Protect Yourself Online
Help keep your bank account information and personal data safe online by taking these six steps to prevent a potential event.
Innovation & Security
How Small Businesses Defend Against Fraud
PNC survey shows small business owners recognize cyber attacks as a threat to their business, with most taking steps to protect themselves.
Financial & Economic Insights
The Winning Combination for Smart Investors
The formula for success includes digital connection and pro advice, PNC survey reveals.
Innovation & Security
Around the World One Fraud Case at a Time
A Pittsburgh woman missed backpacking through Europe, but now fights global cyber fraud.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Scoring the Silver in Rio from Fort Wayne
U.S. men's goalball team trained for the Paralympics with help from Turnstone Center, PNC Bank and others.
Financial & Economic Insights
Look Inside a Tiny Bank
Watch video of how PNC’s portable branch delivers technology and advice in a little space.
Financial & Economic Insights
Your College Student Can be Smart with Money
PNC offers three ways parents can help students spend and save wisely while away at school.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Video: Kids Make Their First Splash at YMCA
Children swim and learn water safety thanks to YMCA of Greater Dayton and PNC Bank.
OUR COMMITMENTS
30 Million Reasons to Listen, Learn & Grow
PNC and Children’s Museum of Atlanta speak out to fill the word gap for at-risk children.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Video: When Drama is Healthy for Kids
Blumenthal Performing Arts and PNC help students learn life skills in the bright stage lights.
Financial & Economic Insights
Know When to Make the Deal
While they may not agree on the price, homebuyers and sellers agree on one thing: timing is everything.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Three Veterans Brew Up a Business
Three Green Berets leave battlefield for business world with PNC Bank’s help.
OUR COMMITMENTS
How These Three Women Saved a Neighborhood
Project HOME in Philadelphia prevents homelessness with help from PNC Bank and others.
Loose Change
How She Helps Women Achieve
This banker applies finance and life lessons to advise women-owned businesses.
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Five Business Lessons Learned from Rowing
Watch Video: From the boardroom to the Bay, this PNC executive’s competitive energy fuels her success.
Financial & Economic Insights
Four Ways to Build a Nest Egg for Employees
By offering 401(k) plans, businesses of all sizes can benefit while providing long-term security to workers.
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The Smart Money is on Financial Well-Being
While many struggle with finances, Baltimore’s Caroline Center and PNC combine medical training and money management.
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Employees Help Kids Grow Up Great
PNC employees volunteer, and the results include $4.7 million in grants to help preschoolers in school and life.
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DuSable Museum: Riding Back in Time to Learn Today
This Chicago museum and PNC Bank take African-American history to the streets for students.
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New Homes Rise from World War II Barracks
St. Louis area neighborhood is reborn with teamwork from Rise Community Development, PNC Bank and others.
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UAB Students Help with Happy Returns
Student volunteers and United Way of Central Alabama help 3,500 lower-income people file their taxes.
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Where to Play with Water, Trains & Dinosaurs
Lansing, Mich. science center makes learning fun for children of all ages.
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Why Her Dream is to Give Back
As a volunteer and mentor, this Philadelphia attorney pays it forward.
Innovation & Security
Untangling the Web of Cyber Fraud
After building a computer at age 14, this Pittsburgh man now protects the online accounts of big businesses.
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Preschools Get Gift of Technology
Toddlers and teachers get free tablets from PNC employees who turn company rewards into donations.
Innovation & Security
He Protects & Serves Fraud Victims
With police and banking experience, this Indianapolis man knows how to protect customers from deposit fraud.
Financial & Economic Insights
May the Fed be With You
From your credit cards or cash, the Federal Reserve System is part of your financial life.
Innovation & Security
Fighting Fraud with Facts & Instincts
This Pittsburgh investigator protects the elderly, teens and many others from debit card fraud.
Loose Change
Her Family Serves Holiday Help to Veterans
After serving in the Marines, a Pittsburgh woman hires veterans and delivers holiday spirit to families.
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Clear the Barriers for People with Disabilities
Bill Demchak: Stereotypes and lack of access make it difficult for many to find jobs.
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Unlock the Vault of History
The PNC Legacy Project releases new content to go with artifacts from presidents, World War II and communities since the 1800s.
Loose Change
How to Know When Good Money Goes Bad
A $1 bill has a lifespan of 5.8 years. Get the rules on when cash cannot be spent.
Innovation & Security
A Lending Hand for Loan Fraud Victims
A Kentucky man’s first car loan led to a job in banking. Nearly 40 years later, he’s a fraud victim’s best friend.
Innovation & Security
Prevent, Detect, Respond: Inside PNC's Fusion Center
See Photos and Video: PNC strengthens its 24/7 defense against cyber threats with its Enterprise Fusion Center.
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Life Lessons from Battle & Football Fields
This PNC executive learned many life lessons as a Marine and pro football running back.
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How Sustainable Design Is Smart Business
See Photos: The newly opened Tower at PNC Plaza is designed to optimize building and employee performance.
Innovation & Security
Be on the Lookout for E-mail Fraud
A former cyber-cop details eight tricks the crooks try to attack your computer or smartphone.
Loose Change
His Close Encounters with Fame
Alabama man credits dumb luck for his blockbuster movie role at age 5 -- and his parents for shielding him from Hollywood.
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Inside the Huddle: How PNC Won the Bears
The sponsorship includes the pro football team's first-ever naming rights agreement.
Loose Change
Show Me the Big Money - Check Out a $100,000 Bill
Whether it’s a $500, $10,000 or $100,000 bill, large currency is hard to come by. Ask any numismatist.
Financial & Economic Insights
U.S. Businesses Look North of the Border
When searching for international growth, here's why many U.S. businesses head to Canada.
Innovation & Security
Fraud Fighter Saves Elderly from Scams
Bank employee takes on scammers who prey on senior citizens.
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An Investment in Children’s Future Success
Grow Up Great program helps children from birth to age 5 succeed in school and life.
