Working capital is the lifeblood of any business, but it can be challenging for small business owners and entrepreneurs to get conventional financing. SBA loans were created to fill that gap. Contrary to popular belief, SBA loans aren’t just for start-ups or businesses that get turned down for conventional loans. SBA loans offer a variety […]
With many pandemic-related food relief programs ending—including increased SNAP benefits and free school lunches—as well as rising inflation and food costs, the risk of food insecurity for residents across our region is ever-growing. Across Vermont and New Hampshire, 1 in 11 and 1 in 14 people currently face food insecurity, respectively, with numbers expected to […]
Spring is a great time to review your digital footprint and ensure that your cybersecurity practices are still working well. With tax season in full flow, stay safe and spring clean your physical and digital data, strengthen your passwords and keep cybercriminals at bay. Review Your Passwords Without strong passwords on your accounts, any […]
Union Bank is dedicated to constantly improving our products and services, and offering customers the latest technology. From Mobile Banking and Online Banking, to secure P2P Payments and Advanced Fraud Protection and Security, we strive to keep our customers, and their assets, safe, while conveniently accessible online. We’re excited to announce our latest technological offering—online […]
Have you been feeling the pinch of inflation at the grocery store, gas pump, or while shopping for the holidays? Simply put, inflation means that too much money is chasing a limited supply of goods and services. For example, supply chain issues around computer chips, wiring harnesses and other components resulted in 7.7 million fewer […]
During times of market volatility, like those we’re experiencing today, many individuals interested in building their nest egg, or saving for a specific goal, look for alternatives that offer less risk and more stable returns than traditional stocks and stock-based accounts. While CDs have often been written off in the recent past for their low-yields, […]