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Your financial well-being is our priority. Beyond our valuable products and services, we're happy to provide informative articles on a variety of financial topics, and tips you can put into action.

spreadsheet with refinance stamp over numbers
Marissa Scott
Business

Does Refinancing Make Sense for Your Small Business?

There are several reasons a business owner might consider refinancing a business loan. Take a closer look to help determine whether this option might make sense for you.

Simone Lopes
Marissa Scott
Employee Spotlights

Employee Spotlight: Simone Lopes

Meet Simone! She has truly found a career in banking during her three years at BankFive and recently moved to her current position of Banking Development Trainee. 

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BankFive
News

BankFive Foundation Contributes $30,000 to Fight Against Food Insecurity

The BankFive Foundation, a fund of the SouthCoast Community Foundation, has announced food pantry contributions totaling $30,000. 

Cape Cod Donation
BankFive
News

BankFive Supports Cape Cod Community

BankFive has announced multi-year donations to Community Connections, Inc. and YMCA Cape Cod. Each organization will receive $10,000 in donations paid over two years.
 

figurine home sitting on top of money
Marissa Scott
Home Tips

Borrowing Against the Value of Your Home

Owning a home allows you an opportunity to build up equity as the property increases in value, and you pay your mortgage. Here are some ways to use it to your advantage.

Andrea Rorigues with BankFive President, Anne Tangen
Marissa Scott
News

Andrea Amaral Rodrigues Receives Distinguished Community Service Award

Andrea Amaral Rodrigues, BankFive Vice President, Marketing Manager, was presented the John S. Brayton Jr. Memorial Community Service Award.

person sitting at desk with laptop and business supplies
Marissa Scott
Business

Consider a Business Line of Credit for Flexible Financing

A business line of credit offers a rolling credit limit that your business can dip into as needed. Learn about the unique differences from other funding options.

cash stacks with labels 1 year, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years
Marissa Scott
Saving

What is an Add-On CD?

Dive into exactly what a certificate of deposit is, and explore some of the CD variations that might work best for you such as an add-on CD.

business man holding piggy bank in each hand
Marissa Scott
Business

Business Loans vs. Crowdfunding – What’s the Difference?

Having a clear understanding of each option will allow you to determine which type of funding would work best for your business. Here we lay out some key features.

jar of coins with Retirement label
Marissa Scott
Retirement

Managing Retirement Savings during Economic Downfall

When there is concern for the economy, people may start contemplating the safety of investments. Here are some considerations when thinking about your retirement savings.

person at desk with laptop, calculator and binder of invoices
Marissa Scott
Business

Creating a Budget for Your Small Business

Here are some tips for creating a budget, or getting a handle on an existing one, so you can better maintain and grow your business.

person on laptop with security symbols
Marissa Scott
Security

Protecting Your Identity Online

Taking some time to analyze a situation could save you from accidentally giving your information to scammers. Here are some tips to protect yourself online.

Michael Correia, AVP - Appraisal Manager
Marissa Scott
Employee Spotlights

Michael Correia: Celebrating 15 Years with BankFive

Congratulations to Michael Correia on his recent milestone anniversary of 15 years of service with BankFive!

person on mobile device
Marissa Scott
Any

Mobile Device Protection

The more we utilize our smartphones, the more vital it is that we protect the information they contain. Learn how you can safeguard your phone & the data inside.

small business cybersecurity
Deirdre Jannerelli
Business

Cybersecurity Basics for Small Businesses

Cyber criminals target companies of all sizes, and small businesses are no exception. Here are some ways to help protect your business from cyber threats.

Charlie DeSimone
Marissa Scott
Employee Spotlights

Employee Spotlight: Charlie DeSimone

We are so excited to expand our BankFive family into Cape Cod. Leading the charge of our new Hyannis location is Commercial Lender, Charlie DeSimone. 

child on tablet with cybersecurity symbols over photo
Marissa Scott
Security

Discussing Cybersecurity with Children

Are you teaching your children how to be safe in the virtual world? Here are some tips for introducing cybersecurity safety to your children in age appropriate ways. 
 

Cybersecurity photo
BankFive
Security

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month occurs every October as a national campaign designed to increase the public's awareness of cybersecurity and cybercrime issues.