the benefits of community banking
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#CreditChatWednesdays | 3 p.m. ET
THE BENEFITS OF
Community Banking
Join our #CreditChat every Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET. This week, we talked about the benefits of community banking.
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When did you open your first bank account?
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“Lots of people open their first account around the time they get their first
paycheck.”
- @FedChoiceFCU
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“When I got my first job when I was 15 or 16, a banker came to our job orientation and
told us to open an account.”
- @care4yourfuture
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What was your first banking experience like?
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“First banking experience was quick and easy! Best part was depositing my birthday
money.”
- @KOFETIME
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“I went to the bank frequently with my parents and knew every teller. Later I walked to the bank with the money
bag.”
- @benpankonin
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“Loved going with my mom when I was a kid. Free lollipops at local bank and nice
people to talk to. What’s not to love?!”
- Jessica Wallace @ICBA_Jessica
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What is a community bank?
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“Community banks are independent, locally owned and operated banks with assets
ranging from less than $10 million to billions.”
- @care4yourfuture
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“Community banks are more personal and the tellers know you and the accounts you have with them. Many are also
local based.”
- @LisaWeinberger
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“A community bank provide services in their local communities. Locally owned and
operated.”
- @ConsolidatedUS
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How is a community bank different?
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“The key difference is the involvement in the local community that the bank has works to
help local partners.”
- @care4yourfuture
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“A community bank means you go to the extra mile and take a risk others wouldn’t.
It’s about being there through the good and bad.
- @FlaxJessica
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What are the benefits of joining a community bank?
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“Community banks often offer more financial tools and tips on financial
literacy.”
- @debtcom
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“Community banks offers higher rates on savings accounts and lower costs of borrowing than customers at traditional
banks.”
- @KOFETIME
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“Community banks can be more willing to work with you on rates, fees, etc. You’re part
of the same ‘community family’.”
- @navicorePR
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What financial programs are offered at community banks?
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“Many community banks offer incentives for savings or maintaining a certain
account balances. Look at what your bank offers.”
- @care4yourfuture
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“Scholarships, financial advisors, financial literacy experts. The list goes on!”
- @Kasasa
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How do community banks promote financial literacy?
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“Integration with schools and community programs, taking time to talk with
customers one-on-one, or even hosting classes.”
- @KasasaNews
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“Community banks often also are deeply invested in financial education to all ages in the community!”
- @CitizensEdmond
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“Community banks often offer workshops and seminars on different topics.”
- @debtcom
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Where can people go to find a community bank in their area?
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“The Independent Community Bankers of America has a great locator map to find a
community bank in your area.
- @care4yourfuture
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“Our awesome national community banking trade association @ICBA has a bank locally locator!!”
- @CitizensEdmond
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“Credit Union Locator via @TheNCUA - National Credit Union Administration.”
- @KOFETIME
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What final tip can you give someone interested in learning about community banks?
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“Walk in the doors! You’ll see and feel the difference right away. They want to help
you in your search.”
- @KasasaNews
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“There are some great benefits to joining a community bank, but do your research and figure out what’s best for
your needs.”
- @care4yourfuture
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“Go to banklocally.org and find a bank closest to you, then stop by and takk with a
banker!”
- @HighYaReviews
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