It’s time we had a little talk. Few of us enjoy hearing those words. But when it comes to paying for college, that little talk can help your family avoid surprises, minimize conflict, and make informed decisions. Advice for the College Money Talk Push through the discomfort Talking about money isn’t easy for everyone, but the payoff in this case can be worth it. Anticipate areas that may be especially thorny due to differences of opinion and face them head on. These might include tackling who is going to pay for college costs and how much, what amount of debt […]
Archives for 2026
MVSB Welcomes Lauren Young as Vice President, Residential Mortgage Sales
MVSB is pleased to welcome Lauren Young as Vice President, Residential Mortgage Sales NMLS# 1890212. In this role, Lauren will lead the Bank’s Mortgage Lending team, supporting continued growth and development while ensuring exceptional service for homebuyers across the Bank’s footprint. She succeeds Charlie Dowd, who recently retired after a distinguished 24-year career in banking. “We are thrilled to welcome Lauren to the MVSB mortgage leadership team,” said Jaime Frederes, Senior Vice President, Residential Mortgage Lending. “Her expertise in residential lending and strategic, relationship-driven leadership will be instrumental in advancing our growth objectives and reinforcing the exceptional service experience our […]
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MVSB Proudly Supports Sherburne School Workforce Housing Project
Portsmouth Housing Authority (PHA) is utilizing awarded tax credits from the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) to move forward with the Sherburne School Workforce Housing Project, a development that will create 90 permanently affordable housing units for local families and workers. MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is proud to purchase $10,000 in tax credits to help bring the project to life. Once complete, the project will provide homes for more than 200 residents, including members of the local workforce and families in need of stable, affordable housing. “The Sherburne School project represents a major step forward in addressing […]
Time: The Key to Modern Fraud Prevention
A recent Forbes Technology Council article highlights how time-based analysis is becoming one of the most powerful tools in detecting and preventing fraud. The article explains that timing patterns—such as how quickly transactions occur, the intervals between login attempts, or the speed of data entry—can reveal suspicious behavior that traditional fraud detection methods might miss. By analyzing these temporal signals, organizations can identify anomalies in real time and stop fraudulent activity before it causes harm. The Forbes piece emphasizes that fraudsters are constantly evolving their tactics, making static security measures less effective. Time-based analytics, however, provide a dynamic layer of defense by focusing on behavioral patterns […]
Local Businesses Receive Fake Calls Claiming to be from their Bank
Local businesses are reporting a surge in dubious phone calls, allegedly from their local bank. These scammers often attempt to confirm or modify payment details or online banking credentials, which they then exploit for fraudulent activities. These scammers cleverly use publicly accessible information about bank employees to lend credibility to their calls. With the advancement in technology, they’re even employing AI to imitate voices and spoof caller IDs, making the calls appear more legitimate. It’s crucial to remember that MVSB, along with other trustworthy banks, will never reach out to you for sensitive information that’s already in their records. Such […]
MVSB Supports Research and Education at the ‘Home of the World’s Worst Weather’
MVSB is proud to donate $2,000 to support the Mount Washington Observatory (MWOBS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing understanding of the natural systems which create Earth’s weather and climate. Located atop the highest peak in the Northeast, the Observatory is famous for recording a 231-mile-per-hour wind gust in 1934, which was a world record that stood for more than six decades. Mount Washington is often affectionately referred to as “Home of the World’s Worst Weather” due to extreme wind, rapid temperature drops and whiteout conditions. “MVSB’s contribution helps us continue conducting vital weather research, providing educational programs and sharing […]
New Hampshire Art Association Expands Opportunities for Artists Across the State
New Hampshire Art Association (NHAA) in Portsmouth is leveraging awarded tax credits from the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) to expand economic and educational opportunities for artists throughout the state. MVSB is proud to purchase $5,000 in tax credits to support the organization. NHAA has recognized a growing need to expand access to resources for rural artists, particularly those with entrepreneurial ambitions who live outside of major art hubs such as Portsmouth and the Seacoast. Funds from the tax credit program will help the organization build capacity to design and implement two new pilot initiatives – the Rural […]
FTC Warns Consumers About Reshipping Scams Disguised as Job Offers
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning about reshipping scams that trick people into handling stolen goods under the guise of legitimate job opportunities. According to the alert, scammers recruit individuals online to receive and repackage products—often electronics or luxury items—and then send them to new addresses, sometimes overseas. Victims believe they are working for a shipping or logistics company, but in reality, they are unknowingly helping criminals move stolen merchandise. The FTC cautions that these scams often appear as remote job listings or social media ads promising easy income. Once victims complete the work, the scammers disappear without paying, leaving […]
Simplify Tax Season with Electronic Notices
Get your tax notices – such as your 1098 and 1099 forms – quickly and securely in online banking. To enroll, please: Open the MVSB app or online banking Select “Statements & Notices” under the Services menu. Accept the user agreement to enroll. Adjust your statement preferences anytime through Delivery Preferences. To receive your 2025 tax forms exclusively online, please update your preferences in online banking or the app before the end of the day on January 12th. Notices are delivered through the same secure system used for eStatements and will be available online by January 31st. Please note that […]
