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The Core Bank blog serves as a resource for customers to learn more about topics like financial literacy, loans, digital banking, real estate, business, and community events. We’re your go-to source for all things banking-related!
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Put Money into a Certificate of Deposit this Fall
As you start trading tank tops for warm hoodies, make sure to invest in yourself this fall with a certificate of deposit (CD) to boost your regular savings. The financial markets are signaling a potential shift, so if you want to rake in big interest returns on your money, time may run out.
Predictions in Housing to Prepare You for Homeownership
Getting a mortgage is a significant process that can be complicated if you don’t take the right steps from the beginning — and whether you’re buying your first home or just transitioning to a new one, making informed decisions early can lead to a smoother process.
Be Proactive with Positive Pay for Your Business
When banking, you shouldn’t be left worrying about the money in your account and what it’s doing, leave that to the experts. At Core Bank, we use a wide array of fraud prevention tools designed to keep your money safe.
Four Reasons to get a Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) have emerged as a popular and effective tool to finance healthcare expenses, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health without worrying about the financial burdens of medical bills.
Summer Mortgage Update
A slight drop in mortgage rates in June might have been the jolt the housing market needed to make up for lost time earlier this spring. Read more about the housing inventory, investment properties replacing college dorms and choosing a fixer-upper.
Community Impact Award: New Visions Homeless Services
New Visions Homeless Services (NVHS) was awarded the Core Bank Community Impact Award for the second quarter of 2024 with a gift of $5,000. They were selected from among several other applicants also very worthy of the award.
Core Bank Cares Scholarship Recipients
It’s hard to believe another school year will be starting in just a month. Supporting education is important to Core Bank. For the 2023 – 2024 school year, our Core Bank Cares Scholarship program allowed Core Bank to award $14,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors. The scholarship recipients should be immensely proud of the hard work that has led them to their accomplishments!
Greg Beach Promoted to Senior Vice President-Director of Construction Lending
Core Bank is pleased to announce Greg Beach being promoted to Senior Vice President-Director of Construction Lending. Greg has been at Core Bank for 13 years.
What is a Soft Credit Pull for Mortgage?
There are many benefits to having a good credit score such as better rates on car insurance, lower credit card interest and having more housing options. Pulling credit for mortgage means that your lender will run your credit report and score when you apply for a loan and before you close on a loan.
Business Spotlight: From Home Exteriors to Beauty and Sleep – Meet John Wanninger
John Wanninger has an entrepreneurial spirit. He looks for where there are opportunities to create a differentiator as he has started or owned 42 businesses in the last 40 years. John started his first business at 15 years old. Today his businesses and services include roofing, solar, home inspections, business brokerage, beauty supply products, and mattresses.
The articles in this blog are for informational purposes only and not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations. When making decisions about your financial situation, consult a financial professional for advice. Articles are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.