Whether you’re opening your first checking account or refinancing your home, managing your money can be complicated. And let’s be honest, bank-speak can be even more confusing! Whatever questions you have, we can almost guarantee that someone else is wondering the exact same thing. The good news is: We’re here to help with Financial Smarts, an ever-expanding collection of articles and insights to guide you on your financial journey.
Business Banking
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How to Maintain a Personal Touch in the Digital Age
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Banking Basics
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Savings accounts, explained simply
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Business Banking
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Building Solutions—and Relationships—in the Manufacturing Industry
The manufacturing sector plays a significant role in the Northern New England econom...
Home Ownership
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Homebuying Tips for First-Timers
You might be waiting for interest rates to go down or the number of homes for sale t...
Financial Wellness
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Why Unrestricted Funds Matter
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Security
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Three Ways to Stay Safe from Cybercrime
Cybercrime, or crime committed using a computer, continues to increase and evolve—wi...
Business Banking
2023-11-08
Tips to Help Your Business Avoid Payment Fraud
Payment fraud continues to be a major focus for business leaders, with organizations...
Home Ownership
2023-10-17
How Much Money Do I Need for a Mortgage Down Payment?
The housing market has been turned on its head (or roof) in the pandemic and post-pa...
Security
2023-10-06
8 Tips to Keep You & Your Debit Card Safe
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Business Banking
2023-09-13
A Conversation with Small Business Owner Tracie Reed of Dextrous Creative
Developing, launching, and growing a business is a challenging endeavor. It requires...
Business Banking
2023-08-03
3 Things to Do When Creating a Business Plan
Starting a new business can be exciting and—understandably—a bit daunting. There are...
Home Ownership
2023-08-03
Questions All First-Time Homebuyers Should Consider
There are many pros and cons of being a homeowner, and there’s no exact right time o...
Financial Wellness
2023-07-21
CDs vs. Money Market Accounts – What’s Right for You?
You may have seen recent ads exclaiming that interest rates for certificates of depo...
Financial Wellness
2023-07-13
10 Money-Saving Hacks
We all want to save money, but sometimes it seems like once the bills are paid, ther...
Banking Basics
2023-03-13
Understand What FDIC Means
Money is personal. We get it. When it comes to where you put your money, the number ...
Financial Wellness
2023-01-20
5 Strategies for Managing Your Finances During Uncertain Times
Whether it’s your health or your finances, simple steps for protecting what you va...
Business Banking
2022-10-26
Customer Experience: How to Do a Lot with a Little
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Banking Basics
2021-03-02
Demystify Your Credit Report
Your credit report is a key financial document used by lenders to determine if you’r...
Home Ownership
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Top FAQs on Home Equity Lines of Credit
A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) provides homeowners with financial flexibility....
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