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Top 10 Consumer Complaints in 2009: #2 – Debt

by Emily on August 31, 2010

It’s no surprise to me. Consumer debt has grown exponentially over the last few decades. Homes were more expensive, vehicles cost more and credit card limits were maxed out. Then the economy changed, a multitude of people lost their jobs due to layoffs or business closures, the housing market took a nose dive and foreclosures reached an all time high. No wonder debt was on the consumers mind!

Thankfully, we have seen a turn in these economic conditions and the unemployment rate has decreased. Many financial institutions have done an overhaul of their lending guidelines and interest rates are at a historical low. Consumers are refinancing their debt into more practical loans with better rates and more affordable payments. Of course debt is still on their minds, but that may never change. Maybe now the conversation around debt will be more positive and consumers will feel better about their financial situation.

If you would like to take advantage of these incredibly low auto and mortgage rates and reduce your monthly expenses, call Truliant or stop by your local Member Financial Center today. A No-Cost Credit Review or a TruFinancial Check-Up is the perfect start to improving your financial future!

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Last but not least…

by Truliant on August 27, 2010

Well folks can you believe Summer is almost over and it’s time for the last Summer on Trade this season? Wow… how the time has flown by, so what better way to go out with a bang and celebrate the first week of Back to School then with a concert sponsored by Truliant.

Summer on Trade is a great summer concert series that takes place in downtown Winston-Salem, NC and is a great time for all. Come out this week to hear a favorite group of dance soul musicians, Brother Joscephus & The Love Revival Revolution Orchestra!

Helping Nonprofit Organizations Do What They Do

by Marjorie August 25, 2010

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I face a big dilemma each year when it comes to awarding mini grants to nonprofit organizations in three states that we serve. I wish I had an unlimited pot of money to give each of the 104 organizations that applied for funds for the tremendous work they do in their communities. 
This year, 30 nonprofit agencies will be [...]

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Did you know that Credit Unions were authorized under federal law more than 75 years ago to help people get out of the Great Depression?

by Rik August 24, 2010

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Have you ever had someone make a decision and as you watch it unfold you can’t help but wonder, “What are they thinking?” Well, I had that thought as I was reading the paper about how 130,000 people lost their jobs in July and we are still arguing over whether credit unions should be allowed [...]

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Forsyth County organizations will be awarded Mini Grants at Summer on Trade

by Truliant August 20, 2010

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Truliant is committed to the communities in which we serve, and part of how we put that to action is by sponsoring a variety of events – one of which takes place in downtown Winston-Salem, NC and is called Summer on Trade.
Each year towards the end of the concert season, we recognize local organizations with [...]

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Everything I needed to learn about money, I did NOT learn in kindergarten…

by Chad August 19, 2010

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My 5 year old has been thinking about money a lot lately. Or at least he’s been focused on how he can get the money he needs to buy things. You can tell money is on his mind by his latest comment he shared with me.
“I think we should get some paper and color it [...]

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Only three weeks left….

by Truliant August 13, 2010

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Can you believe Summer is almost over and we only have three weeks left of Summer on Trade? WOW! The time has flown by… so please come out this Saturday to a great concert sponsored by Truliant.
Summer on Trade is a concert series that takes place in downtown Winston-Salem, NC every Saturday night through August 28, 2010 and is a great time [...]

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Get REAL! Youth Entrepreneurial Experience

by Marjorie August 10, 2010

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Truliant Federal Credit Union has partnered with several nonprofits in Greensboro and Burlington to provide an entrepreneurship experience for youth in summer camp at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Clubs of Greensboro-Central Unit and for the Burlington Housing Authority.
Nearly 80 students in grades 9-12 are learning from successful entrepreneurs, gaining an understanding of entrepreneurship [...]

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Have you ever heard of Caleb Caudle and the Bayonets?

by Cristen August 6, 2010

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Well I hadn’t til just the other day…  They really are a great Alt-Country band who are now on to their thrid record since 2007. That’s impressive! So if you are a first like me, come out this Saturday night to Summer on Trade and hear them! Here is a link to listen to them [...]

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This Weekend is Tax Free Weekend!

by Emily August 5, 2010

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That means you can purchase many of the back-to-school essentials without paying NC Sales tax! It’s a savings of 7.75% (in most North Carolina counties) and begins Friday, August 6th through Sunday, August 8th.  
Thinking of all the supplies you’ll purchase?… pens, paper, binders, book bags, crayons, markers, and more…but wait, it’s also applicable on [...]

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