Making Money Personal

Money myths abound. Over time, we hear messages from various sources that influence how we view and use our money. Some messages are accurate financial truths, while others are misguided myths. For anyone looking to boost their financial game, recognizing and avoiding some common money myths is an important place to start. Links: Need investing help? Explore Triangle's Financial P

It’s that magical time of year again—the decorations are coming out, the music is playing in the malls, and for us in NH, cold crisp winter is in the air. Nestled in all of this is holiday shopping! Today, we’re going to share 5 tips to help you save money and reduce financial stress this season. Links: Learn more about Triangle's Goal Builder tool Check out TCU University fo

Starting and building a business can be intimidating and challenging, especially for women and minority business owners. As these challenges are illuminated, many organizations step up to help reshape the economic landscape and encourage successful outcomes for future leaders. In this episode, we're featuring women leaders from two organizations working hard to empower and build a

When it comes to financial institutions, we often select where to bank based on a particular product or service, but there are other reasons why choosing a financial institution is an important decision. Credit unions offer up an ethical banking option for those looking to do business with companies that value people and their social impact as much as their own growth. Links: Lea

Artificial Intelligence, commonly referred to as AI, is becoming more and more prominent in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, AI scams are becoming more common due to this technological advancement. Here are some AI scams to look out for and how you can avoid them. Links: Additional AI scam education and resources: https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/what-are-ai-scams/ A

If you've been feeling that the cost of groceries seems too expensive and your budget is taking a hit, it may be time to reevaluate your grocery shopping strategy. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to cut down on the amount of money you’re spending on your weekly grocery bill. Links: USDA Seasonal Produce Guide Explore meal-planning apps: Yummly Mealime Meal Prep Pro Che

Our financial system is kept in balance through the federal reserve assessing and adjusting the federal funds rate. Due to the recent rate change earlier this month, you’ll likely see some new changes coming down the road that will affect your savings and borrowing rates. What do the changes mean for personal finance planning and what financial opportunities could a rate change

In today's housing market, prospective buyers face numerous challenges that make purchasing a home seem almost unattainable. From high prices to limited inventory, the dream of home ownership feels increasingly out of reach for many. In this episode, we're chatting with Ryan Campbell, mortgage originator, about the strategies and tools buyers can use to finally get that house they'

When it comes to budgeting, how many of us get started, work through it for a few months, and then stop using it altogether? What is it about budgeting that is particularly difficult to stick with? If you’re struggling with maintaining a budget for longer than a few weeks or months, there are various ways to keep that budget running for years. Links: Check out our Goal Builder t

In today’s digital age, text message scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. These scams can lead to significant financial loss, identity theft, and even compromise your personal data. It’s more important than ever that you learn how to detect the key signs of fraudulent messages to protect yourself from falling victim to these common scams. Links: Read more about fraud