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Everyone can relate to how stressful it is when technology goes haywire. Fraudsters are familiar with that emotional response, and they use it to exploit targets and prey on people. Pop-up ads are already a pain but a pop-up tech scam? Now that’s a pop-up too far. Consumers have experienced a scam where a pop-up…
Your iPhone stores a wealth of confidential information, making it a prime target for cyber threats. Clever hackers and thieves find ways to crack into your phone and gain access to all kinds of private information. Here are 7 tips that can help safeguard your data from malicious hackers.
In a recent announcement, Intuit Inc. dropped a bombshell for millions of Mint users – the popular budgeting app is shutting down in March. Mint, acquired by Intuit in 2009, has been one of the biggest apps in personal finance, allowing users to effortlessly manage their budgets, track spending, and set financial goals. As the…
As a Senior Deposit Operations Representative, Shivon McKibben comes across a lot of fraud attempts and preventing fraud is something she loves about her role. A natural helper, Shivon also loves to give back to her community, including teaching her daughter the value of volunteering and giving back. Learn more about Shivon! What is your…
Step into a community of avid readers with Chelsea Groton Bank. We offer a variety of book clubs all year round, so there is sure to be one that piques your interest. Interested in reading books based in CT, or written by authors who have lived in the Nutmeg State? Our Mystic Book Club could…
Financial Wellness Month serves as a helpful reminder about the “healthy” financial habits we can build to manage money today and achieve our goals for the future. Here are some ways you can celebrate Financial Wellness Month in 2024 and beyond: • Track/Manage your expenses. Have you ever created a budget? And if so, did…
With paramount convenience and ease of use, it’s no wonder that more than three-quarters of Americans bank digitally. With the increase of online banking, it’s important to practice safe online banking habits. Stay diligent and be aware of red flags signaling a potential scam. For more tips, visit the Bank’s security section on the website….
What starts as an innocuous greeting, something as simple as “Hi, how is it going?”, can lead to the loss of thousands or even millions of dollars. Have you been the recipient of these texts recently? If so, it’s not a long-lost friend; it’s a new cryptocurrency long-con scam called Pig-Butchering. What is Pig-Butchering? It…
While the thought of owning a home is thrilling, meticulous planning and discipline is needed to save for a house. The first step is to establish a budget, especially for renters, to help determine an affordable monthly payment. A common rule suggests not exceeding one-third of your income on housing expenses. It is important to…
Buying a home gives you a great feeling of accomplishment, however, it comes with multiple expenses beyond the purchase price. These expenses are essential to the final stages of the process, and having a clear understanding of what they include will help you prepare financially. Read on for what closing costs include, gain practical tips…
