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President’s Message
A. Scott MacKnight, CEO/President Over the last several months, my focus for internal communications to Triangle staff has been on plans for Credit Union growth in 2022 and beyond. Since these plans are centered around enhancements to improve our organization and member experience, I want to share some of these initiatives with you. We have…
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How to Use a HELOC for College Costs with Ryan Campbell
This article is a script adaptation from Money Tip Tuesday, a segment of Triangle Credit union’s Making Personal Podcast. SPEAKERS Ryan Campbell, Mortgage Originator and Terri Connolly, Podcast Host Terri 00:06 We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, your home equity line of credit or HELOC can be used for so many purposes.…
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How to Avoid Wasting Money at the Grocery Store
By Liz Costa Do you find yourself asking ‘where did my money go?’ Unfortunately, we tend to spend money in ways we don’t realize are wasteful. You may feel you don’t have enough money because you don’t make enough, but maybe you’re feeling that way because you’re spending too much. Wasteful spending isn’t something many…
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Top Tips for Your First Year of Homeownership
If you recently purchased a new home, what an exciting time in year life. Purchasing a home is an incredible accomplishment, and you should be proud of yourself. Now the fun part of making your home, “your own” can truly begin. Owning a home for the first time can be an exciting, yet overwhelming…
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What NOT to do with Suspicious Emails
The following content is from an article by KnowBe4 Security Awareness and Training solutions. Did you know that mishandling a phishing attack could be just as dangerous as falling victim to one? Here are some examples of what not to do when you receive a suspicious email. One: Do not reply to the email for…
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What to Expect in Your Homeownership Journey
Home Buying can be a daunting task, especially if you’ve never gone through the process before. There are so many things associated with home buying that it can cause you to become quite anxious. But if you follow these steps, you’ll have a more enjoyable experience on your journey to home ownership! Step 1: Get…
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The Many Uses of a Home Equity Line of Credit
A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) has unlimited benefits and uses. As a financial resource, a HELOC is based on the equity in your home. Equity is defined as the value of your property minus the loan balance; for example, your property value is $500,000 and your mortgage balance is $200,000 so you have an equity value of $300,000. A HELOC is a great option for…
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Protecting Your Cards
Using your credit or debit card to purchase gifts, groceries, and essential items is easy and convenient. Sometimes it can be a little too easy and you might make purchases on unsafe sites. It is important that your credit and/or debit card stays secure from fraudulent activity. Keep your cards safe in just 3 simple…
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Reasons to Start Investing Young
Have you been hearing all the buzz about investing? You may be wondering if it’s a good choice for you and if it’s even worth your time. There are benefits to setting up an investment strategy; benefits that, the sooner you can get involved, the bigger your return could be. There is a lot of…
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Three Things to Know About Medical Debt
When you go to the doctor, it’s usually because you want to be healthier, and you want to feel better. But there’s a big side effect that is plaguing many Americans today. And that’s medical debt. Have you ever found yourself in a medical situation but avoided going to the doctor because you were afraid…
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Creating a Debt Payoff Plan
By Wilmer Infante If this is the year you’re going to focus on your debt and finally get it out of your life, then we have the perfect tool to help you do that! Best of all, it’s free! I have figured it out. I am super excited to share this with you because I…