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Marissa Scott
Home Ownership

7 Steps to Prepare for Home Renovations

Home renovations can be a big undertaking, but by taking some time to thoroughly prepare you can help to ensure a smooth project that fits your current financial situation.

Anne P. Tangen, BankFive President & CEO
BankFive
News

BankFive's Anne P. Tangen Talks Rhode Island Presence, Differentiation, and Industry Insights

BankFive's President & CEO Anne P. Tangen, recently sat down for an interview with Providence Business News for their feature "Five Questions with Anne P. Tangen".

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Marissa Scott
Business

3 Ways to Fund Your Business If You Don’t Qualify for a Loan

If your business needs funding and you’re not currently eligible for a business loan, it’s good to know that there are other financing options available.

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Marissa Scott
Financial Literacy

How to Protect Your Child from Identity Theft

Exposed sensitive data such as your child’s name, social security number and birthdate can put them at risk of having their identity stolen.

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Marissa Scott
Home Ownership

Local Mortgage Programs in MA & RI to Help You Buy a Home

If you are considering buying a home in this competitive market, here are some of the most valuable mortgage programs to consider in MA & RI.

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Marissa Scott
Business

Who Should Have Access to Your Business Financials?

Managing access to your business’s financial records and accounts is crucial for both protecting sensitive information and making informed business decisions.

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Marissa Scott
Money Management

9 Ways to Make the Most out of Your Tax Refund

While it might seem tempting to blow your tax refund on a special item or outing, it can have a much bigger impact on helping you reach your financial goals.

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Marissa Scott
Business

How to Create a Customer Loyalty Program for Your Business

Building a customer loyalty program is one of the most effective marketing strategies to keep your customers engaged and coming back. 

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Marissa Scott
Home Ownership

8 Home Improvement Projects that Add Value to Your Home

Home updates can translate into a higher home value, increasing the equity you have in your home, and giving you a chance to recoup some of the expense when you sell your home.

Solar Project
BankFive
News

BankFive Partners with Sunwealth to Install Rooftop Solar at Project Independence in New Bedford

BankFive today announced it is partnering with clean energy investment firm Sunwealth to develop a rooftop solar project at Project Independence in New Bedford.

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Marissa Scott
Business

6 Things to Consider When Buying an Existing Business

Here are some things to keep in mind if you are considering purchasing an established business.

2023 Scholarship Recipient Malachia Nobre
BankFive
News

BankFive and SouthCoast Community Foundation Taking Applications For 2024 President’s Scholarship Fund

Fall River-based community bank, BankFive, and the SouthCoast Community Foundation today announced it is accepting applications for the 2024 President’s Scholarship Fund.

Patrick Deady, Executive Vice President, Director of Residential and Consumer Lending and Paul Medeiros, Executive Vice President, Director of Commercial Lending
BankFive
News

BankFive Promotes Two Veteran Lending Leaders to Executive Vice President

Financial Institution continues trend of fulfilling key leadership roles from within the bank.

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Marissa Scott
Retirement

Are You on Track for Retirement?

Some people wonder if they’re saving enough on a regular basis, and whether they’ll have enough money to last through retirement. Others aren’t sure what age they’ll actually be able to retire at. 

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Marissa Scott
Business

5 Ways a Community Bank Can Help Your Business

Here are some practical and impactful benefits of choosing a community bank as a partner for your business.

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Marissa Scott
Home Ownership

5 Home Maintenance Tips for the New Year

The beginning of the year is a great time to evaluate your home maintenance goals and plan out the individual tasks you want to accomplish throughout the year.

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Marissa Scott
Business

6 Reasons Your Business Needs a POS System

Many of today’s POS systems are true command centers, allowing you to process transactions and payments, track orders, manage inventory, and more.

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Marissa Scott
Loans

Pros and Cons of Taking Out a Personal Loan

Personal loans are commonly used to consolidate debt, cover medical expenses, or pay for a big purchase like a wedding or vacation.