Making Money Personal

Tips to Avoid Wasting Money - Money Tip Tuesday

Wasteful spending isn’t something we’re easily conscious of. It kind of creeps up on us over time and becomes a habit we fall into year after year. Choices lead to habits, and if those habits aren’t working for you, then they’re working against you.
This tip covers some of the most common ways people waste money and offers suggestions on how you can avoid falling into those habits.
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E35: Strategies for Finding A Home in this Market - Tim Morgan, Real Estate Broker

Are you currently house hunting but worried you may not be able to compete in the current housing market? Listen to our latest episode with Tim Morgan, Licensed Real Estate Broker at Morgan Moves. Tim is an award-winning professional and shares his knowledge on how to stay competitive in this white hot housing market.  
Learn more about Tim's team at morganmoves.com
Contact Tim by phone at (603) 769-1571
Learn more about Triangle's 40 year ARM and other rates at https://trianglecu.mymortgage-online.com/MortageRates.html
Contact one of our Mortgage Originators to discuss your financing options.
Apply for a mortgage with our easy online application
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Fun & Local Summer Activities for the Family - Money Tip Tuesday

Are you half way through the summer and experiencing the mid-summer blues? Time is running out and you just haven’t taken enough days off to enjoy all that NH has to offer? Don’t despair! Today, we’re going to share some top summer vacation ideas that are right here in the Granite State!
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What You Should Know about P2P Payment Apps - Money Tip Tuesday

Peer to peer payment apps are growing in popularity due to their convenience and ease of use. But like any other kind of technology that deals with your finances, you need to make sure you understand the risks of such apps so you can use safely. This tip covers some of the dangers you should be aware of when you decide to use these platforms. 
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Financial Freedom: Your Path to Debt Free Living - Webinar Recording

Don't let debt drag you down. It's time to get proactive about getting out of debt so you can live a financially free life! In this webinar (recorded 4/9/21), Terri walks attendees through the distinct and practical steps needed to develop an effective debt reduction strategy.
Email tconnolly@trianglecu.org for slides or webinar materials
Watch this webinar on-demand on YouTube
Check out more webinars and upcoming events from Triangle and TFG
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Fraud Prevention Tip - Common Cybersecurity Myths - Money Tip Tuesday

If you use the Internet for work, either for an organization or for your own business, it’s important you know the truth about how cybercriminals can target you.
This tip presents some common cybersecurity myths out there about how criminals target their potential victims.  
Learn more about KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training 
Get identity protection for your and eligible family members with a Better Checking account
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Top Tips for the First Year of Homeownership - Money Tip Tuesday

Spring is officially the homebuying season! If you recently purchased a new home, what an exciting time in your life. Purchasing a home is an incredible accomplishment, and you should be proud of yourself. To alleviate some of the stress that comes with being a first-time homeowner, we’ve compiled a list of our top tips to keep in mind while going through your first year of homeownership.  
Budgets are important to new homeowners. Watch our Budgeting 101 Workshop on YouTube for tips on establishing a budget
Ready to do some reno? Check out our Home Equity options and rates
Triangle Financial Group can help you protect your investment with estate planning and other financial services for homeowners
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What's Passive Income? - Money Tip Tuesday

There are ways of making money on the side that can pull in enough over time to greatly supplement or potentially replace your need to work a regular job. Listen to learn about some of the specific things you can do to make extra money as passive income.
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E34: Strategies for College Funding and Planning - Becky MacLennan

If you're a parent preparing your child for college or a student yourself looking for guidance when it comes to funding options and career planning, this episode can help you out. 
Our guest is Rebecca MacLennan, Director of Finance and Administration at the University of New Hampshire, and a mom who's gained valuable experience helping her two kids navigate the college application and funding process.
You'll learn some tips on timelines, scholarship options, FAFSA applications and more. 
New Hampshire Higher Education and Assistance Foundation: https://www.nhheaf.org/
Learn about FAFSA and how to file: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Visit College Board for additional information and planning resources: https://www.collegeboard.org/ 
UNH TRIO program: https://www.unh.edu/cfar/unh-trio-scholars-program
Triangle Credit Union: https://www.trianglecu.org/home/home
Check out Triangle's events page for webinars and our annual College Night in the fall: https://www.trianglecu.org/home/benefits/events 
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Steps to Track Your Net Worth - Money Tip Tuesday

Tracking your net worth is an important part of setting up a solid financial plan. This tip offers you a step-by-step process for determining your own net worth so you can review it regularly and track your financial progress over time. 
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