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Home purchased with a VA Loan
Christopher Craig
Mortgages

What Exactly is a VA Loan?

If you're a U.S. military member or veteran, you may have heard of a special loan available to help military personnel purchase homes. But what exactly is a VA loan?

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Marissa Scott
Business

5 Tips for Setting up a Payroll System for Your Business

Regardless of how you choose to tackle the setup of your payroll system, here are 5 important tips to keep in mind.

woman painting a wall
Marissa Scott
Home Ownership

Tips for Financing Home Renovations

While home renovations will likely boost your home's resale value, they can be costly. Determining the right way to pay is an essential part of the planning process.

Andrea Rodrigues
News

Edward G. Siegal appointed to BankFive Executive Committee

Edward G. Siegal, CPA, BankFive board member, has been appointed to the Executive Committee.

Gualter Chaves headshot
Marissa Scott
Employee Spotlights

Employee Spotlight: Gualter Chaves

Meet Gualter! Known as "Super G" by his colleagues, he has been a part of the BankFive family for 17 years and now works as our Disclosure Desk Supervisor.

Woman looking at paperwork
Marissa Scott
Security

8 Signs That Your Identity May Have Been Stolen

It is so important to stay vigilant and investigate any signs that could point to identity theft. Here are some potential red flags to look out for.

Stamper reading "NONPROFIT"
Marissa Scott
Business

Funding Options for Non-Profit Organizations

Although many non-profit organizations operate similarly to for-profit businesses, finding and qualifying for funding can be more difficult for non-profits.

person reviewing document with others at desk
Marissa Scott
Retirement

Estate Planning Basics

Everyone who has money, property, or possessions they want to leave to specific people should have a basic estate plan in place.

Someone paying with a credit card
Marissa Scott
Business

What Small Businesses Should Know About Card Processing Fees

Many small businesses are familiar with transaction processing fees, but understanding them can be confusing. Take a closer look at debit & credit card processing fees.

Elderly couple sitting with financial planner
Marissa Scott
Security

Protecting Older Individuals from Financial Exploitation

Every year, older adults are subject to financial abuse. Protecting seniors from the devastating effects of financial abuse requires people to work together.

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BankFive
News

BankFive Announces First Vice President & Officer Promotions

BankFive, a community bank with locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, today announced several significant promotions.
 

Woman sitting on her laptop holding a credit card
Marissa Scott
Business

Building Your Business Credit Score

To run your business as effectively as possible, a good credit score is helpful. Here are some tips to help build and maintain your credit score as a business owner.

phone screen with unknown caller
Marissa Scott
Security

Security Alert: Beware of Amazon Impersonators

We’ve been made aware of a growing number of phone scammers pretending to be from Amazon. Learn more about the scam and tips when receiving an unexpected phone call.

William H. Lapointe and Anne P. Tangen
BankFive
News

BankFive Remarks on Unprecedented Year, Reviews 2021 Fiscal Performance at 166th Annual Meeting

Couple Standing in front of a house
Marissa Scott
Mortgages

Tips for First-Time Buyers in Today’s Challenging Housing Market

If you are looking to purchase your first home, you may wonder if it’s even possible to do so in today’s market. Here are some tips and loan programs options to help.

Certificate of Deposit Paperwork
Marissa Scott
Saving

What is a CD and How Can I Benefit from One?

Here are some frequently asked questions about CDs and what sets them apart from other types of bank accounts.
 

receiving a scam phone call
BankFive
Security

Security Alert: Scam Phone Calls

We’ve received reports of a new fraud scheme targeting customers at a variety of financial institutions.

People brainstorming ideas on a paper
Marissa Scott
Business

Tips for Developing Your Small Business

Being aware of the various stages of business development and having an idea of what each phase might look like can help ease the stress of managing your business.