Jun 30, 2022

Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust! Inflation is higher than it has been since the 1980s in both the United States and Canada. With prices rising on everything from gas to groceries to housing costs, how can you buy what you need and still stay on budget?

Inflation is impacting every household. The...

Jun 23, 2022

From the BBB of the Tri-Counties:  Scammers are taking advantage of new deepfake technology to create videos so convincing that people hand over their money. This latest con looks like business magnate Elon Musk endorsing an investment plan, but the video is fake, and the investment is a scam.  A BIG thank you to Ayers...

Jun 16, 2022

Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust from BBB of the Tri-Counties: If you’ve ever needed extra cash to tide you over to your next paycheck, you understand the appeal of a payday loan. Now, video ads on places like TikTok are promoting small, short-term loans to a new, young audience – and making...

Jun 9, 2022

June is National Homeownership Month, an opportunity for U.S. residents to reflect on the importance of the home and its role in their lives. With a median asking price of $225,500 for a home, becoming a homeowner takes dedication, patience and smart budgeting. For many first-time homebuyers, closing the deal on their...

Jun 2, 2022

People from all walks of life who set financial goals - and reach them - generally have one thing in common: a budget. According to this recent study, people are budgeting more than ever before. Budgeting is a practical way to stay in charge of your money - even when life gets unpredictable. Having a budget...