Brooklyn McBee, NMLS #2300197, is making strides with her recent promotion to Mortgage Loan Originator at Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack). As Mortgage Loan Originator, McBee will assist customers in the home loan qualification, application, or refinance process. “I’m happy to welcome Brooklyn to the team,” said Chris Mamone, Vice President, Residential Mortgage Sales for […]
Archives for 2022
Anna Gurnee Promoted to Branch & Business Development Manager of Contoocook Office
The Merrimack is proud to announce the promotion of Anna Gurnee from Branch Services Manager to Branch & Business Development Manager for The Merrimack in Contoocook, located at 35 Kearsarge Avenue. In this role, Gurnee will be responsible for overseeing the Contoocook branch, while cultivating and developing business relationships within the community. “We are excited to see […]
To Buy or Not to Buy: Top 5 Questions to Prepare First Time Homebuyers
Buying a home is an important life milestone. Some may even say a part of the American Dream. It’s an exciting venture for first time homebuyers, but it could be an overwhelming process if you’re not properly prepared. Home ownership is a significant investment that involves creating a budget that meets all of your financial obligations. The Merrimack encourages […]
FBI Reports an Increase in SIM Swap Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning of the increasing use of Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card swapping by hackers to steal money from bank accounts. From January 2018 to December 2020, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received 320 complaints related to SIM swapping incidents with adjusted losses of approximately $12 million. In 2021, IC3 […]
Know the Warning Signs of a Romance Scam
According to the Federal Trade Commission, online romance scams are on the rise with $304 million being lost to scams in 2020 alone. If you are using online dating apps, websites or social media sites, it’s important to know how romance scams work so you can avoid being catfished and/or scammed. Millions of people across the country use […]
David Peterson Joins as SVP, Commercial Lending Team Leader
David Peterson has joined Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) as Senior Vice President and Commercial Lending Team Leader. Based in Concord, Peterson leads, oversees and supports The Merrimack’s commercial lending team, while continuing to assist businesses with their lending needs. “We’re excited to welcome David to The Merrimack,” said James Gallagher, SVP, Commercial Loan Officer at The Merrimack. […]
“Smishing” Fraud on the Rise in NH
The New Hampshire Information and Analysis Center (NHIAC) is reporting a rise in “smishing” attacks targeting NH residents. In recent incidents, fraudsters are luring victims into clicking on a malicious link they receive by text, claiming information they supply will verify vaccination status. Smishing happens when you click on a malicious link and that tricks you into […]
The Merrimack Purchases $25,000 in Tax Credits from Kimball Jenkins
Merrimack County Savings Bank has purchased $25,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of Kimball Jenkins in Concord. Funds will help improve the accessibility and efficiency of their historic property, which serves as a cultural and economic hub for local artists and events. “We’re pleased to be able to contribute to […]
The Merrimack Purchases $5,000 in Tax Credits from Family Promise of Southern NH
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) has purchased $5,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of Family Promise of Southern NH in Nashua. Funds will go toward their Building Home, Building Hope Capital Campaign. The campaign has entered the second phase of expansion and renovation on their Nashua-based property on […]
Know the Signs of Card Skimming
There has been a rise in skimming fraud occurring across the country. To protect yourself, it’s important to understand how this scam works, and recognize signs to avoid becoming a victim. A card skimmer is a device illegally installed on card readers to collect magnetic stripe information from credit, debit or ATM cards. The captured data can include […]