Making Money Personal

The Real Reason Why Kids Should Save - Money Tip Tuesday

You might think the most important reason to teach kids about saving money is to prepare them for the inevitable rainy day. While that is important, there is a more impactful reason. Delayed gratification or delayed satisfaction is a valuable concept kids should understand in order for them to develop effective saving habits. 
Kickstart your child's saving habits started with a Kids Club account.
Download a free $5.00 first deposit coupon when you open a new account.
Have older kids? Check out our Teen Club account with saving and checking tools for teens. 
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What to Expect in Your Homeownership Journey - Money Tip Tuesday

If you're preparing to buy a new home, you'll probably want to have a good idea of what to expect. This tip gives you an outline of steps you'll take when you advance from home shopping, to home buying.
Learn more about our mortgage program at: https://trianglecu.mymortgage-online.com/index.html
Check our current mortgage rates
Try our mortgage calculator to see how much a new home may cost
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E31: Successful Budget Strategies - Webinar Recording

Need some guidance on getting a budget rolling? In this webinar Terri explains everything about budgeting from the top reasons why you should be budgeting to the list of items you'll want to include.
This audio version of an online workshop has hands-on materials you can use to start and maintain your very own budget. 
Email tconnolly@trianglecu.org or tcupodcast@trianglecu.org for budget forms and materials.
Resources: 
Watch the presentation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_4i4LFnR4E
Check out other upcoming webinars and events: https://www.trianglecu.org/home/benefits/events
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Reasons to Start Investing Young - Money Tip Tuesday

Do you think you're not old enough to start investing or that you don't have enough to even start investing with? Don't think that investing is only for those in a particular age group or who have a lot of money to spare. There are reasons why you should start investing as soon as you can and why the younger you are, the better your retirement could be.
Need financial advice? The experts at Triangle Financial Group can help you map out your goals and get yourself on the right path towards a solid retirement. 
Try retirement calculators to see how much you could earn over time when you regularly contribute to a retirement account. 
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Fraud Prevention: Cybersecurity from Home - Money Tip Tuesday

Keeping your personal information secure is important whenever you use connected devices. That means that even when you're home, you should stay aware of how to guard against ongoing threats. This tip covers some strategies you can take to maintain proper cybersecurity from home. 
Learn more about KnowBe4 Security Awareness. 
Get identity theft protection with a Triangle Better Checking account to get access to identity protection services, monthly credit reports, notifications and more. 
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Three Things to Know About Medical Debt - Money Tip Tuesday

Medical bills can be expensive, and for many who carry that debt month over month, they can get discouraging. These tips will help you take a fresh look at your medical debt and give you some ideas on how to manage those bills better and pay them off faster. 
Try Healthcare Blue Book to learn the cost of quality care and avoid overpaying.
If you have a lot of debt, try consolidating with a personal loan. Check out our current rates to see whether you could pay down that debt faster with a lower rate. 
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Tips for Smart Auto Shopping - Money Tip Tuesday

Looking for your next vehicle? When it comes to car shopping, it can be intimidating, confusing and overwhelming. Fortunately, there are some ways you can shop smart and make sure you find the right car at a great price.
Get a great rate on your next vehicle! Check out our current auto loan rates for purchase and refinance.
Easily shop preferred dealers with our AutoSmart tool.
Doing research? Check out Kelley Blue Book to get an idea of car values and prices. 
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E30: Overcoming Obstacles to Accomplish Your Goals - Barbara Hatfield, Lifestyle Coach

When it comes to goal setting and achieving, we often find ourselves fighting obstacles. We may lose motivation, get frustrated, or even just exhausted. But overcoming the challenges of setting goals, means we have to stand guard against our own "mind drama". In this episode, we chat with lifestyle coach Barbara Hatfield on how to establish goals that we can be sure we will achieve no matter what they are. 
Contact Barbara for a FREE 1 hour coaching session!!!
Email: barbehatfield@gmail.com
Visit Barbara's Facebook page for updates and inspiration. 
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The Importance of Estate Planning - Money Tip Tuesday

Have you thought that estate planning is only for people who are getting close to retirement or wealthy people with expensive assets? The truth is, estate planning is important for people of all ages to properly plan ahead for their future and the future of their family, regardless of how old or wealthy they are.  
There are many reasons why everyone should have a solid plan for their family's financial well-being, and estate planning is the way to get that done. 
To learn more about estate planning contact  Triangle Financial Group at trianglefinancialgroup.com
Check out upcoming free estate planning webinars on our website at trianglecu.org
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Don't Fall for Gift Card Scams - Money Tip Tuesday

Did you know that there are scammers who try to trick you into purchasing gift cards? Some of these lesser known scams can actually cost you valuable time and money if you don't know how to recognize them. Listen to learn a few common ways people are led into purchasing gift cards for scammers and how you can avoid being the next victim.   
Don't let thieves get the best of you! Get yourself identity protection through a Triangle Better Checking account. It offers IDProtect coverage, for you and eligible family members along with other valuable benefits. Visit our website for details and guide to benefit. 
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