Get outdoors without breaking the bank

Our region has so much to offer when it comes to pristine natural landscapes, and camping is a great way to get the family together. Bring your own “glamping” gear and find ways to save!

For example, reservations for Georgia state park campsites range from about $23-$50, and there is a year-round 20% discount for seniors 62 and older.

If you’re in the Sunshine State, recharge your batteries and enjoy the cooler fall weather without breaking the bank when you take advantage of Florida’s Hunting, Fishing and Camping sales tax holiday that runs September 8 through the end of the year.

Stack up savings when you remove Florida’s 6% sales tax from items such as:

• Tents that are $200 or less
• Fishing rods and reels $75 or less
• Camping stoves and sleeping bags $50 or less

With First Commerce, no matter where you’re making purchases with your debit card, you can boost your savings effortlessly when you add an EvenUp Savings account. With EvenUp, we automatically round up to the nearest dollar and transfer the difference into your EvenUp savings!

You can also get rewarded for everyday purchases with a First Commerce Rewards Visa® credit card. With the uChoose Rewards program, you have the power to earn points on everyday purchases and redeem them for merchandise, travel, event tickets and much more!

Fall home maintenance checklist

You’ve heard about spring cleaning – but fall can be a good time to take stock of the larger projects that could make your home more functional and comfortable.

Here are some possible ideas to get started:

• Take the time to survey age and condition of your appliances
• Consider insulating your windows to improve comfort and energy efficiency
• Inspect your roof, taking note of its condition and age

A Home Equity Line of Credit from First Commerce can help you tackle large expenses like home improvement projects with real financial flexibility. Through September 30, you can take advantage of our HELOC promotion that gives you a competitive introductory rate.

Put your home’s equity to work for you today!

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