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How to Avoid and Recover from Remote Access Scams

Posted by on October 8th, 2021 in Uncategorized

Remote access scams prey on peoples’ fear, greed or lack of technological understanding to impair their judgement, making them more likely to commit the grave error of giving a scammer access to their device. Learning how to recognize these scams can help you avoid them, and if you’ve already fallen victim to one, there are […]

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What to Do with Your First Paycheck

Posted by on September 13th, 2021 in Uncategorized

I read this great article from CU Content and wanted to pass it along! As part of the changes you’re gearing up for in the months after you graduate, you’re poised to enter the working world as a long-term employee, perhaps for the first time in your life. As you prepare for this transition, you […]

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How To Avoid Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams

Posted by on July 21st, 2021 in Community

With school starting back up soon, many of us are looking for financial aid when it comes to paying for tuition. While scholarships are a great place to start, not all scholarships are the same. Stay away from fraudulent scholarships as they may scam you out of hundreds, if not, thousands. With that being said, […]

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Types Of COVID-19 Scams to Watch Out For

Posted by on April 21st, 2021 in Uncategorized

I found this interesting list online at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau site and thought I would share with you all! Scammers are taking advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to con people into giving up their money. During this time of uncertainty, knowing about possible scams is a good first step toward preventing them. Here […]

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5 Ways To Improve Your Credit Score

Posted by on March 26th, 2021 in Uncategorized

I came across an informational article on CU Content that I thought I would share with you all. 1. Pay your bills on time. If you find this to be a challenge, consider signing up for automatic payments. If you are currently struggling to make current and past payments, refinancing your car or home loan […]

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5 Ways to Trim Your Fixed Expenses

Posted by on March 15th, 2021 in Uncategorized

When trying to trim a monthly budget, most people don’t consider their fixed expenses. These recurring costs, which include mortgage payments, insurance premiums and subscription payments, are easy to budget and plan for since they generally remain constant throughout the year. While people tend to think there’s no way to lower fixed expenses, with a […]

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