Posts by Sophia Giancotti
Give Back this Thanksgiving
We can’t talk about all things Thanksgiving and not mention the true intent of the holiday. While the holiday is a time to reflect on what we are thankful for, it’s also important to remember that some people may be struggling when it comes to keeping their family fed. Many food banks and pantries rely…
Read MoreSupport Local by Ordering Takeout
Sure, cooking at home can be a fun activity on Thanksgiving, but it’s not for everyone. Sometimes you simply don’t feel like cooking or dealing with buying all of the ingredients at the grocery store. If you’re one of those people, we have a great suggestion for how you can still get a great Thanksgiving…
Read MoreMoney Tips to Help You Save on Turkey Day
Even though this year’s Thanksgiving table might be a little smaller than past years, it’s still so easy to spend more money than you like putting the meal together. Here’s a few helpful hints on how to curb costs while preparing for your Thanksgiving dinner. Don’t buy enough for leftoversWe know, one of the best…
Read MoreFit Supporting the Community into your Holiday Budget
Temperatures are dropping, snowflakes are beginning to fall, and colorful lights and decorations are starting to appear in the trees. The holiday giving season is right around the corner in Maine! This year is going to be a little different, but we can still keep it magical. The best way is to think and buy…
Read MorePlan Ahead, Plan Smart
Each month Forest Avenue’s Branch Manager Jen Smith and Assistant Branch Manager Honorine Uwishema weigh in on important financial topics to the new Mainer community in Amjambo Africa. November’s issue is an in depth look into planning for the future. Budgeting is not only an important tool take make sure you are keeping track of…
Read MoreThere Are Options When It Comes to Paying for College
With the start of school, one thing that can weigh on students’ minds is the financial responsibility that comes with attending college. The financial section in the October issue of Amjambo Africa highlights the topic of education. Forest Avenue’s Branch Manager Jen Smith and Branch Supervisor Honorine Uwishema discuss all of the different way’s students…
Read MoreLet’s Be Kind
Over the summer, the Retail Association of Maine, Portland Chamber of Commerce, and Maine Grocers and Food Producers Association developed and launched the statewide Let’s Be Kind campaign. cPort is proud to promote the mission of the Let’s Be Kind campaign. cPort’s President & CEO, Gene Ardito says, “The purpose of the campaign is simple.…
Read MoreDo it All From Home
If we can say one thing with confidence, it’s that 2020 has given new meaning to the term “homebody.” What once used to be the space where we would hang our hat at the end of our day has become so much more. No one knew just how much time we would be spending at…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know Before You Buy a Home
Finding a financial institution that is a good match for you is an essential part of the home buying process. At cPort, our mortgage team is happy to help you find a loan that will meet your needs, and ensure that you have a smooth application process, from pre-qualification through closing. It doesn’t matter if…
Read MoreFraud Facts – Check Scams
We know since the start of the pandemic scammers have been targeting people daily and their tactics continue to get more and more sophisticated. Right now, we’re noticing check scams are on the rise. Check scams can be used in a variety of ways, we wanted to share a few examples from the Federal Trade…
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