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I'm August, the Brand Ambassador for Carolina Trust FCU. Although I'm from Virginia, I feel like SC is my adopted home because of its hometown feel. I enjoy fashion, SEC football, traveling and all things pink! I am a recent graduate of Coastal Carolina University, and I am just thrilled about my role here at the credit union.

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Ready to Begin Investing?

Posted by August on May 1, 2025 5:02:19 PM

Unless you majored in economics or finance in college, you probably didn’t learn much about the stock market growing up. And, if you’re like many people, your eyes glaze over when you hear stock market news. Nonetheless, despite the economic turmoil of recent years, the stock market remains among the most important option for Americans to build their wealth and secure a comfortable retirement. So, while you may still choose to work with a financial advisor to guide your investment strategy, here are some investment basics you should know.

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Topics: Personal Finance

Everything You Need to Know About Artfields

Posted by August on Apr 24, 2025 11:13:16 AM

Artfields is officially back! During ArtFields, the town of Lake City, once one of South Carolina's most prosperous agricultural communities, becomes a living art gallery as we recognize, celebrate, and share the artistic talent of the Southeast.

ArtFields started in 2013 with a simple goal: honor the artists of the Southeast with a week's worth of celebration and competition in the heart of a traditional Southern small town. The competition and exhibition offer over $145,000 in cash prizes. The votes of people visiting ArtFields determine the winners of two People's Choice Awards; a panel of art professionals selects all the other awards, including the $50,000 Grand Prize and $25,000 Second Place award.

With Carolina Trust having a branch in the heart of Lake City, I'd been through the town several times before, but after attending Artfields a few years ago it's become a can't-miss annual event for Adam and I. Saying that Lake City completely transforms for Artfields would be an understatement. The amount of fine arts culture and community closeness that Artfields creates left such a lasting impact that this event will find a spot on my calendar year after year.

If you're planning to attend Artfields this year, here are all the things you need to know:

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Topics: Home, Life & School, Seasonal

Two Strategies for Digging Out of Debt

Posted by August on Apr 17, 2025 1:22:34 PM

Carrying consumer debt can weigh heavily on our minds, reduce our freedom of choice,  and cost us a ton of money in interest. Assuming you’ve got more than one debt to pay off, which method of debt repayment should you use?

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Topics: Debt Consolidation

How to Spruce Your Home for Spring on a Budget

Posted by August on Apr 11, 2025 12:14:29 PM

When I think of Spring, I think airy, bright, warm, and fresh. It's the perfect time to give your home a little sprucing up. But if you're not careful, Spring sprucing and cleaning can quickly become expensive.

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Topics: Personal Finance

How To Get The Best Deal When Buying a Car

Posted by August on Apr 3, 2025 3:08:04 PM

Buy new, buy used, or lease? These are just a few of the many decisions you’ll need to make before happily driving away with a vehicle. While shopping for a car or truck is exciting, it’s also no simple matter. You can avoid buyer’s remorse by making important financial and practical decisions before signing on the dotted line.

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Topics: Seasonal

Avoid These Tax Blunders

Posted by August on Mar 28, 2025 9:33:26 AM

It's that time of year again; W2s are rolling in, tax professionals are gearing up, and your mind is already swirling with ways to spend your tax refund check. Before getting too excited and seeing dollar signs, check out this BALANCE blog post for common tax blunders you should try to avoid. 

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Topics: Seasonal

Spring Cleaning for Your Finances

Posted by August on Mar 21, 2025 12:14:46 PM

The freshness of spring motivates a lot of people to throw open the windows and doors, and do a thorough spring cleaning. It’s a great way to take stock of what you have, organize it so everything’s more accessible, and ditch the clutter that’s keeping you from enjoying your space. While you’re at it, why not dive into a bit of spring cleaning for your finances, too?

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Topics: Personal Finance, Seasonal

Getting a Tax Refund? Wait Just a Minute!

Posted by August on Mar 13, 2025 11:06:33 AM

It's that time of year again; W2s are rolling in, tax professionals are gearing up, and your mind is already swirling with ways to spend your tax refund check. Before getting too excited and seeing dollar signs, check out this BALANCE blog post.

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Topics: Personal Finance

Women and Money: Five Steps to Financial Empowerment

Posted by August on Mar 7, 2025 3:50:57 PM

Every year in March, we celebrate Women's History Month, a time to acknowledge all the brave hard-working women who came before us and paved the way for women's equality. And as great as it is to underline historical women who have made strides for women's independence and equality, it's even more important to use this month as a way to motivate and empower present-day women to rise up and take advantage of the opportunities that are available to help them achieve independence, stability, and success.

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Topics: Personal Finance, Investing & Retirement

Things You May Be Paying Too Much For

Posted by August on Feb 20, 2025 1:36:12 PM

Many of us might be overspending unknowingly, with our hard-earned money slipping away in areas we seldom scrutinize. While it seems impossible to escape these inflated costs, plenty of alternatives and discounted rates are readily available.

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Topics: Personal Finance, Seasonal

Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Blog 

Welcome to the Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Blog! We're excited to share financial tips and information for a variety of different topics.

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Check out recent blog posts by our Brand Ambassador, August, for tips on achieving financial success in the bag. 

 

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