Between the Ts

The Spirit of Giving

While November is a time to pause a reflect on the blessings we have received in life, it also provides an opportunity to recognize the world around us and see many people who do not experience the same type of blessings. So how do we shift our mindset to focus our life on being a blessing to others?
In this episode of Between the Ts, we are joined by Rogers Pope, Jr., Vice Chairman and CEO of Texas Bank and Trust, to discuss ways his family seeks to meet the needs of others through charitable, and individual, giving. We hope this discussion encourages you to make a difference in the lives of those around you as well.

Be Cyber Aware - Protect your identify and your money from financial fraud

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month and we at TBT take cyber security very seriously, especially when it comes to educating our employees and customers about the dangers of scams and fraud that can catch even the most sophisticated among us off guard.
Tune in to our newest episode of Between the Ts to learn tips for protecting yourself from financial fraud. 
Have a topic you'd love to hear us discuss on our program? Let us know in the comments section.

Benefits of Community Banks

Looking for a bank that truly understands your needs?
Community Banks offer more than just financial services – they build personal connections through face-to-face relationships and customized solutions. Discover how they support local businesses, provide personalized service, and keep you money working for your community.
Tune in to our latest episode of Between the Ts and learn why these banks are essential to local growth.

Back to School Savings Tips

Summer is coming to an end and school is almost back in session. And, with this transition comes the expenses of school supplies, new clothes for growing kids, and other items that are needed kick the school year off on the right foot. 
In this edition of Between the Ts, we sit down with Kelly Rankin, TBT Customer Support Supervisor for Treasury Management to discuss her passion for budgeting and her tips for saving money during Back to School Shopping. 
If you have any fun ideas for saving money on school shopping, tell us about them in the comments. We'd love to hear from you!

Tips to Avoid Cyber Scams

Recent cybercrimes and phishing attempts have taken on a higher level of sophistication that make them even harder to detect. Even some of the most tech savvy among us can fall victim to these scams, which often begin with a text message that resembles a legitimate fraud alert from a bank and end with a compromised bank account when login credentials are shared over the phone or through a fake banking website.  
In this episode of Between the Ts, we sit down with TBT Bank Operations Manager Chris Graham and TBT Manager of Treasury Management services Alex Myer to discuss these current trends in fraudulent activity and share ways to recognize the scams and safe when sharing financial information with others or online.
This is one discussion you won’t want to miss.

Understanding the Home Buying Process

Buying a home can be one of the most exciting experiences as young adults. But the process can also be very daunting as we navigate the fees, terminology, and paperwork that is involved in the transaction. This is where a good realtor and mortgage lender come in handy.
In this episode of Between the Ts, we sit down with long-time lenders Barbara Berry and Adam Norton from TBT Mortgage to discuss the home buying process, and how we can make sure we are financially ready to step into home ownership.
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Traveling on a budget

Summer vacation season is right around the corner. But did you know it is possible to save a significant amount of money on vacation by doing a little pre-planning? In this episode of BETWEEN THE Ts, Kelly Rankin, Treasury Management Customer Support Supervisor for Texas Bank and Trust, shares how her family saves thousands of dollars on vacations, and how our listeners can use some simple steps to maximize their budgets, both on the go or while “stay-cationing” close to home.

Teach Children to Save - Life Lessons Begin Early

One of our most important tasks as parents is to prepare our children for success in life. This includes teaching them to be smart with money.
In this episode of Between the Ts, we are joined by TBT’s Community Relations Team to discuss some fun ways to introduce money management to your children through interactive activities, exploring online resources, and through modeling a positive example for them.
This is one conversation you won’t want to miss.