Marriage and Money: What You Need to Discuss
Before you tie the knot, it pays to know a few things. Everybody has a different way of managing their finances, and if you and your partner aren’t on the same page, you might find yourself struggling to navigate financial issues when they arise. In fact, an article in the Wall Street Journal notes, “One in […]
Don’t Buy into Impulse Buys
What kind of bells are you hearing this holiday season? If it’s warning bells instead of jingle bells, you’ve come to the right place. We all fall into the trap of impulse buys—new holiday décor, something perfect for a friend who wasn’t originally on your list, or something on incredible sale—and these, ultimately, only lead […]
Buy Now Pay Later: Is It Worth It?
Buy now pay later, also known as BNPL, sounds pretty attractive. This is particularly true with the state of the current inflation rate in the economy. The idea that you, as a consumer, can figuratively have your cake and eat it too when it comes to holiday shopping sounds like a dream! Until you get […]
The Car Dealership: Myth-busted
There are a few occupations that instantly make us think of skeezy men in cheap suits looking to prey on your good nature. You’ve got lawyers, you’ve got loan sharks, and then you’ve got car salesmen. Even with all the balloons, colorful flags, and waving tube men, stepping foot on a car lot can feel […]
Budget Friendly Fall Activities
With the leaves changing colors and that nice cool crisp feeling back in the air, the autumn season has finally arrived! Are you looking for ways to enjoy the fall without falling into debt? Well, get your pumpkin spice, grab a football, and pick up that rake in the garage, because we’re about to explore […]
“Smishing” is the New Phishing
Look out — there’s a new scam in town! “Smishing” is a scam format that has recently encountered a boost in scammer popularity, and it’s surprisingly sneaky. Keep reading to learn more about smishing and how to keep your information safe! What is Smishing? Smishing is similar to phishing, but the scam is accomplished through SMS […]
Drive-Up Branch
The Abbeville Chamber of Commerce celebrated the new branch with a ribbon-cutting on Friday, July 15th for our new Drive-Up Branch. The drive-up branch is located on HWY 72, just down the street from HopeSouth and across from South Side Baptist Church. This site has an ATM and Night Deposit for your convenience! The Night Deposit box is […]
Start Saving and Stop Spending
Credit reports, budgets, goals, and debt can be frightening words and concepts whether you are hearing them for the first time or the hundredth time. They are chilling because they are important in leading a healthy financial lifestyle, but we may not be well-versed in what they mean. Once you become familiar with the world […]
New Drive Up Location
The Abbeville Chamber of Commerce celebrated the new branch with a ribbon-cutting on Friday, July 15th for our new Drive-Up Branch. The drive-up branch is located on HWY 72, just down the street from HopeSouth and across from South Side Baptist Church. This site will have an ATM and Night Deposit for your convenience! The Night Deposit box […]
What’s the Buzz on NFTs?
What’s The Buzz on NFTs? If you’ve spent any time online or watching TV over the past year, you’ve probably been inundated with a slew of advertisements promoting “non-fungible tokens,” more commonly known as NFTs. But despite the hype, excitement, and celebrity endorsement surrounding the industry, many still don’t quite understand what an NFT even […]
