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Is your kid a “super” saver?

by on April 6, 2012 in Finance

“Some super heroes are born; others are made.,” quips #ToughtalkingTroy as he speaks with a group of neighborhood youngsters in honor of #CUYOUTHWEEK. When TTT was 10 years old, he became a super crime-fighting hero. His super powers lasted for a short period of time and he could only get them by eating the different colors of Smartie® candies one [...]

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Don’t forget about the Perks

by on March 26, 2012 in Finance

Simple Perks is a rewards program that lets you earn rewards by using your South Carolina Federal debit card to purchase merchandise and services. Through this program, you’ll receive targeted offers to receive rewards on purchases based on how you shop. The more you use your debit card, the more offers you can receive and the more [...]

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There’s still time!

by on March 21, 2012 in Finance

Don’t forget to file your taxes…we’re less than a month away from the April 17 deadline. Did you know that South Carolina Federal Credit Union has a few Life Simplified ways for you to file this year? If you prefer online tax guidance just log into Online Banking and TurboTax will guide you through the [...]

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BALANCE Does That?

by on March 21, 2012 in Finance

Most of you are aware that you can obtain your free credit report via www.annualcreditreport.com. Some people see their report and instantly look for their score and/or see a variety of codes that look like hieroglyphics! Haha!  Your score will not appear as you have to pay a fee to obtain your score. And who is [...]

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No Credit Required!

by on March 15, 2012 in Finance

If you are employed and have a checking account, you aren’t required to have credit or good credit to take out a payday loan.  All you need to do is write a personal check to the payday lender for the amount you need to borrow and include their fee (typically 10 to 25 percent of [...]

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Did you “opt” for Courtesy Pay?

by on February 24, 2012 in Finance, Rules and Regs, Work & Life Balance

#Tough-talkingTroy has found that folks are talking and texting about “Overdraft Fees.” #courtesypay. In fact, the government’s new consumer protection agency appears to have its sights on this product of consumer convenience. In some instances, the agency wants financial institutions to go back to the chalk board and work up a new model. Did you know [...]

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