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Tag Archives: Currency Exchange

What Would Happen If No Currency Exchanges Existed?

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There are a lot of people who rely on currency exchanges for a variety of reasons. So what would happen if no currency exchanges existed?

Posted bycceacmsadminAugust 13, 2025August 15, 2025Posted inCommunityTags: Currency Exchange, Money Services, Transportation Services

Perception vs. Reality of Currency Exchanges

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Currency exchanges help residents, but still get a bad rap based on misconceptions. Read on, to learn about common stereotypes – and why the opposite is closer to the truth.

Posted bycceacmsadminJuly 15, 2025July 15, 2025Posted inCommunityTags: Currency Exchange

The history of Currency Exchanges and Helping the Unbanked

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From the start, community involvement has been a core value of currency exchanges, like CCEA, who support neighborhood groups, public safety efforts, and more.

Posted bycceacmsadminJuly 15, 2025July 15, 2025Posted inCommunityTags: Currency Exchange

Savings Tips for Your Summer Trips This Year

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Preparing to save some extra dollars will make your summer vacation all the more special, since you will be focused on fun in the sun instead of money woes.

Posted bycceacmsadminJune 16, 2025Posted inSaving & Budgeting TipsTags: Budget, Currency Exchange, money, Summer, Vacation

What to Know About Using Shopping Apps on Your Phone

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Want to shop more safely and wisely while maintaining the ease of app use? Following our tips can help put you on a better path.

Posted bycceacmsadminJune 13, 2025June 13, 2025Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Apps, Currency Exchange, money, Shopping

3 Money Management Rules Home-Based Business Owners Need to Know

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Whether you’re just getting started or need a refresher, keep three fundamentals in mind to save time and avoid bumpy financial roads ahead.

Posted bycceacmsadminMay 14, 2025Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Business, Currency Exchange, finances, money

Is Cash Flow Your Problem – or Is It Something Else?

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If money always feels tight, maybe it is not just about needing more. Sometimes there could be an underlying issue.

Posted bycceacmsadminApril 14, 2025April 14, 2025Posted inFinancial EducationTags: cash flow, Currency Exchange, money

7 Things That Are Still Inexpensive in 2025

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Focusing on things that aren’t too expensive is one strategy that could help more people save extra dollars this year.

Posted bycceacmsadminFebruary 14, 2025February 14, 2025Posted inSaving & Budgeting TipsTags: Currency Exchange, Expenses, money, Shopping

6 Things to Know About Financial Planning in the New Year

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Do you want to be better with your money in the new year? If you do, we recommend a realistic path, starting with the following six lessons.

Posted bycceacmsadminDecember 16, 2024December 12, 2024Posted inFinancial EducationTags: Budget, Currency Exchange, finances, money

How to Spot a Good Deal – and a Bad One – This Holiday Season

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Create a shopping strategy before heading online or out to the mall. An itemized holiday budget can help you choose how and where to make this year’s purchases.

Posted bycceacmsadminDecember 13, 2024December 12, 2024Posted inSaving & Budgeting TipsTags: Currency Exchange, holiday, money, Shopping

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