Tips for Saving for a Down Payment
Down payments for first-time homebuyers generally range between 6-7% on average of the home’s value, according to the National Association of Realtors. A larger down payment, typically around…
MORECan You Spot a Phishing Scam?
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts, and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online banking, the problem is only…
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Have you ever received an email from someone claiming to be royalty? The sender says that you have inherited millions of dollars, and you must provide your financial information to…
MORECash Management 101
As banking technology has evolved it has become easier, faster and more secure for a business owner to view account information, initiate payments, make deposits remotely, move funds between accounts…
MORERely on Us
Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy, there are 396,432 small businesses in Alabama. They employ 47.2% of the…
MOREA Look Inside: Community Banking
Have you ever noticed how many financial institutions there are? Look around the next time you’re out for a drive. There is one on almost every corner. You’ll see mega banks, credit…
MOREA Look Inside: Mortgage Lending
There is a lot of available information on home mortgage loan rates and terms, but we often hear our customers wanting guidance beyond just what mortgage products are available. They frequently seek…
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