Stop Guessing. Start Budgeting
One of the first steps in building a budget is to properly assess your expenses. That will help you in building a realistic budget and preparing for the future. A true budget will serve as a roadmap and reinforce the…
READ POSTUnderstanding Credit: What You Should Know
In our Financial Literacy Month series, we’ve covered building financial foundations, financial scam red flags to be on the lookout for and now, we are turning to a topic that plays a major role in many financial decisions: credit. What…
READ POSTWatch for Red Flags to Scam-Proof Your Finances
April is Financial Literacy Month, and here at Partners Bank we think it’s a great time to take a closer look at the habits and tools that support your financial well-being. Over the next few weeks, we’ll cover four key topics…
READ POST5 Ways to Use Your Tax Refund for a Stronger Financial Foundation
5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund to Build a Strong Financial Foundation A tax refund can feel like a bonus, but there are ways to use it as an opportunity for smart financial planning. When used intentionally, your…
READ POSTPartners Bank Named a Best Place to Work in Maine for Fourth Consecutive Year
Partners Bank has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Maine for the fourth consecutive year. This honor highlights the strong culture our employees help create every day and reinforces our dedication to serving customers and communities…
READ POSTFeel the Impact – What Makes Customers Choose Local Over Big Brands?
Each year, the Saturday after Thanksgiving marks a national celebration of small businesses – the backbone of our local economy. Small Business Saturday isn’t just a chance to shop locally; it’s a reminder of why people want to. When…
READ POSTPartners Bank Helps Local Youths Experiencing Homelessness, Contributing $1,000 to Ryan Home Project
North Berwick, ME – Partners Bank is proud to announce its September Employee Donation of the Month recipient, Chelsea Smith, Commercial Loan Assistant. As part of this employee giving program, Smith was selected to designate a local nonprofit to receive…
READ POSTPartners Bank Sponsors Sanford Performing Arts Center Spotlight Series with $15,000 Contribution
Sanford, ME – Partners Bank is proud to announce its continued support as the Spotlight Series sponsor for the Sanford Performing Arts Center (SPAC) with a $15,000 donation. This marks another year of partnership between the Bank and SPAC,…
READ POSTSeptember Security Awareness: Passkeys – A Simpler and Safer Way to Sign In
Sarah’s “Strong” Password Wasn’t Enough Sarah considered herself pretty tech-savvy. She worked in marketing, leveraged numerous online design tools, and protected all her accounts with long, strong passwords. One morning, while checking her text messages over coffee, Sarah noticed an…
READ POSTPartners Bank’s Employee Donation of the Month Supports York County Community Action Corporation
Sanford, ME – Partners Bank is proud to announce that its August Employee Donation of the Month was awarded to the York County Community Action Corporation (YCCAC) thanks to the selection of Credit Analyst Eric Gadbois. Through the Employee…
READ POSTAugust Security Awareness: Spotting Online Job Scams
Maria’s “Dream Job” that Turned into a Nightmare Maria had just completed her community college degree and was eager to land her first full-time remote job. So, when she received a message on LinkedIn from someone claiming to be a…
READ POSTJuly Security Awareness: Protecting Our Seniors From Scams
A Phone Call with Devastating Consequences Robert, a 73-year-old retiree, had spent 35 years working at the local manufacturing plant saving up for retirement and his family. All those years of hard work paid off as Robert now had enough…
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