Building Credit, Building Confidence: A Conversation with Carter Bank’s Karen Tilley
For many individuals and families, the dream of homeownership begins long before touring homes or applying for a mortgage. It often starts with something more foundational: understanding and building credit. Financial Pathways of the Piedmont sat down with Karen Tilley, Branch Manager of Carter Bank’s Stratford Road office in Winston-Salem, to discuss why credit matters, how people can begin building or rebuilding it, and what steps can help them become more financially confident and prepared for the future. Karen brings 27 years of banking experience to her role and says the most rewarding part of her career has been building relationships and helping people. “I like helping people,” Karen shared. “In this job, you get to help people. And it’s very fulfilling every day to know you’ve helped someone.” Carter Bank may be newer to Winston-Salem, but the bank itself has been serving communities for more than 50 years. Since opening its Winston-Salem location a little over a year ago, Car...