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What are Mobile Wallets and How to Use Them
If you read our recent blog on contactless cards, you might have noticed that we mentioned how your contactless card can be used with your mobile (also referred to as digital) wallet. You may be asking yourself, “What is a mobile wallet?” Mobile wallets are financial applications on your mobile devices that store payment information…
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5 Ideas for an Inexpensive Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day this year falls on a Tuesday which can be good or bad, depending on how you look at it. For those who like to celebrate Valentine’s Day, you may prefer when it falls on a Friday or a weekend because typically it is easier to celebrate when you don’t need to worry about…
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5 Ways To Build Credit as a Teenager
Your credit history is something that follows you throughout your life, regardless of when you start building your credit. A great credit score can help you buy a car with a low interest rate or even an affordable house when the time comes. The same sentiment can be said for poor credit. Poor credit can…
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ITM– Banking Technology With a Human Touch
Chances are you have used an ATM (Automated Teller Machine) at least once before, whether through a drive-up ATM or inside a branch. ATMs have been around since the 1960s and although they can solve some quick problems without needing outside assistance, they have their limitations. ITMs, or Interactive Teller Machines, look like traditional ATMs,…
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3 Benefits of Contactless Cards
Contactless cards, also known as tap-to-pay, have become increasingly popular in the United States over the past 10 years but there are still people that may not be aware of what they are or how to use them. Simply put—contactless payment or tap-to-pay refers to a form of payment using a debit card, credit card,…
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President’s Message
A. Scott MacKnight, CEO/President Happy New Year to you all! I am excited to share that Triangle Credit Union had a very successful 2022. While there were many accomplishments, I would like to focus on Community Involvement and Member Enhancements. After surviving a couple of bleak years with the pandemic, local events re-opened this year,…
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5 Savings Challenges to Try in 2023
Saving money can be extremely difficult, especially if it’s not something you’ve really committed to before. There are many questions that come along with saving money like “how much do I need to save?” or “how do I make saving money more manageable?” A new year is a great time to take a look at…
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Top Tips & Techniques to Protect Yourself from Impulse Purchasing
We’ve all made impulsive purchases before! Impulsive buying is purchasing something that you have not planned to buy before that moment—it can be as small as a pack of gum in the grocery store checkout or as big as a new car when you were “just looking.” During the holiday season, 1 in 3 purchases…
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3 Wonderful Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season
Our country is filled with people who need help year-round but the holiday season is a great time to reflect on how fortunate you are, and an even better time to assist others in your community who may not be as fortunate as you. If you can give back, there are plenty of organizations you…
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4 Inexpensive Tips to Lower Holiday Stress
The holidays are a fun and exciting time to spend with friends and family, but it can also be hectic and stressful! Many people worry about money during the holidays and are cautious not to overspend but sometimes they feel like they’re missing out. We’ve compiled a list of 4 ways you can enjoy the…
