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Marissa Scott
Business

Email Mistakes That Can Hurt Your Business

By taking the time to avoid common email mistakes, you can help build trust with your customers and maximize engagement with your emails.

Cristina DoBem
BankFive
News

BankFive Welcomes New Branch Manager for Dartmouth and Fairhaven Locations

BankFive announces the new addition of Cristina DoBem as a Branch Manager for the bank’s Dartmouth and Fairhaven locations.

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Marissa Scott
Business

How to Estimate Start-Up Costs for a New Business

Starting a business is exciting, but it takes careful financial planning. Here are some tips to help you budget so you can start things off on the right foot.

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Marissa Scott
Home Ownership

Home Equity Loans vs. Cash-Out Refinancing

Two common options for tapping into your home’s equity are home equity loans and cash-out refinances. Take a look at the potential pros and cons of each.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Helping Your Business Overcome a Seasonal Slowdown

By anticipating when slowdowns in your business typically occur, you can plan ahead and take proactive steps to keep your business steady.

Marissa Scott
Local Business Spotlights

Local Business Spotlight: Somerset Glass Company, Inc.

Somerset Glass is a thriving second-generation family business established in 1975. From residential projects to large-scale commercial work they've built a legacy in the Somerset community. 

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Marissa Scott
Saving

Saving vs. Investing: How Are They Different?

By balancing your financial strategy through traditional savings and investment accounts, you can help to ensure that both your immediate needs and future goals are met.

Renee Roberts, Stephanie Primo-Simons, and Sonia Medeiros
BankFive
News

BankFive Celebrates Prestigious Wins in Residential Lending

BankFive is proud to announce that it has recently been recognized for its continued excellence in lending services with two residential lending awards. 

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Marissa Scott
Business

4 Tips for Collecting and Leveraging Customer Feedback

Collecting and responding to online reviews can help improve your public image, strengthen customer relationships, and set the stage for long-term business success.

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Marissa Scott
Mortgages

Buying Versus Renting a House

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer for determining whether buying or renting a home is a better option. To help you make an informed decision, take a look at both options.

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Marissa Scott
Security

7 Things to Do if Your Bank Account Is Hacked

Knowing what to do if you suspect your bank account has been hacked can help you minimize the damage and potential loss of funds. 

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Deirdre Jannerelli
Money Management

9 Ways to Avoid Checking Account Fees

Free checking is great, but sometimes even free checking accounts with no monthly maintenance charge can rack up other fees. The good news is that many common checking account fees are easy to avoid.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Is Your Business Ready to Add Another Location?

Deciding whether to open a new business location is a big decision that requires strategic foresight, financial preparation, and operational readiness. Here are some things to consider.

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Marissa Scott
Money Management

What is Overdraft Protection?

Overdraft protection can be a great tool to help you avoid costly fees stemming from low account balances, but it should be used responsibly.

Andrea Rodrigues
Money Management

How to Switch to a New Bank

Looking to switch banks? Check out these tips to make the move easy and stress free.

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Marissa Scott
Saving

Short-Term vs. Long-Term CDs

CD terms can vary from a few months to several years, and understanding the core differences between term lengths is key.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Why Competitive Intelligence is Essential for Your Business

Including competitive intelligence in your business strategy isn’t just about keeping an eye on competitors, it’s about proactively shaping your company’s success.

Members of the BankFive team with Ken Levesque, Executive Director of the Veterans Association of Bristol County
BankFive
News

BankFive Donates $25,000 to the Veterans Association of Bristol County

The donation will support the expansion of a new building at the Veterans Association.

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