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Teaching Kids About Money: Here’s What You Need to Know

Some downright frightening numbers exist regarding families, kids, and financial literacy. According to a 2023 survey, 38% of parents are concerned that their kids don’t […]

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6 Tips for Using Credit Cards Wisely

Credit cards are in the wallets of more people today than at any other time in history. Many people obtained their first credit card or […]

The Psychology of Impulse Spending: Overcoming Temptation and Staying Within Budget

We’ve all been there: That moment when you are on a website or in a store, and you see that item that just speaks to your […]

Practical Tips for Preventing Identity Theft

Identity theft has become a serious problem for Americans. Reports show that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received 1.4 million identity theft reports in 2020. […]

Effective Strategies for Paying Off Credit Card Balances

Credit cards get a bad rap, but when used properly, they’re actually a great financial tool. They help you build a credit history and can […]

Informational Posts

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January 4, 2023

Identity Protection Tips

Identity theft continues to be a growing threat in the United States…

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January 4, 2023

How to Spot Check Fraud

Businesses face any number of threats and challenges today that include…

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January 4, 2023

Village Bank, A Division of Village Bank, A Division of TowneBank, is committed to keeping our customers aware of possible threats to their personal information due to ongoing scams. Here are a few examples of current scams: Fake prizes, sweepstakes, gifts, lottery winnings: Communications of ‘winnings’ with ‘fees’ or ‘handling costs’ that must be sent […]