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4 Reasons to Use Mobile Wallet When You Shop
If you have a smartphone, you can use its mobile wallet feature to shop smarter and safer this year. Here are a few reasons to load payment cards to your phone’s mobile wallet to use at your next checkout. Reason 1: Your transactions are secure. When you set up your mobile wallet, your card details are protected by a…
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4 Reasons to Refinance Your Car This Winter
On average, Americans spend $1,000 during the holiday season, with over half of that on holiday gifts alone. In addition to gifts, people also spend money on holiday travel, decorations, food, winter activities, and more! On top of all that, you also need to pay your regular monthly expenses, such as rent/mortgage, utilities, insurance, and…
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5 Simple Strategies to Save Money for the Holidays
The holiday season is a time for joy, family, and celebration—but it can also bring financial stress. Between gifts, decorations, and festive meals, expenses add up quickly. The good news? With a bit of planning and wise choices, you can enjoy the holidays without breaking the bank. Here are 5 easy strategies to help you…
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Fraud Prevention for Phone Scams
Scammers are using more sophisticated technological tricks to get you to hand over your sensitive information. Some of the latest scams appear to be convincing from trusted financial institutions. Here’s a story about someone who recently faced a scammer claiming to be from their bank. Let’s call this person Jack. One day Jack received a phone…
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Top Cost Considerations of Owning a Pet
Owning a pet is one of life’s great pleasures! We adore our furry friends—whether they’re cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, or even gerbils! Who wouldn’t want a playful buddy to share their lives with? When it comes to how much a pet will cost you, there can be a big range. Some pets are quite…
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Don’t Let Subscriptions Drain Your Wallet
Let’s begin with a short story: There are many people out there who can relate to Ryan’s story. We eagerly sign up for subscriptions to services and platforms that we don’t always remember we’re on the hook to pay for month over month. The real challenge arises when we’ve accumulated so many subscription services over…
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5 Tips to Save on Vehicle Costs
With everything from gas to repairs to purchase and resale, owning a car can be expensive. Of course, the purchase price is worth noting, as well as your financing costs or interest. But what about maintenance and fuel efficiency? If you are searching for a vehicle, this provides insight into what to consider when making…
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President’s Message – Fall 2025
A. Scott MacKnight, CEO/President The vibrant colors of fall are about to transform our communities, reminding us of the beauty of change and the exciting opportunities it brings. At Triangle Credit Union, we are eager to embrace this season of transformation with updates aimed at enhancing your experience. We are preparing for a significant upgrade:…
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Job Seekers Beware: Many People Are Falling for Employment Scams
The following article comes from an article provided by KnowBe4 Security Awareness and training. More than one in ten people who were targeted by job scams this year fell victim, according to a report from Resume.org. Younger people, particularly young men, are more likely to fall victim. “In total, 14% of those who received a job scam text…
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Lil’ Iguana Craft Fair and Raffle
The Craft Fair and Raffle is a free event open to the public, featuring over 150 crafters, vendors, and area businesses. This event also includes a giant raffle room that features over 50 raffle prizes. Past years prizes have included signed sports memorabilia, gift certificates to area businesses and restaurants, resort stays, and so much…
