We are proud to announce that Samantha LeClair has joined as Business Development Officer. Based out of the Laconia office, she will focus on supporting MVSB’s existing business banking clients and building new relationships with local business owners, municipalities and nonprofits. “We are thrilled to have Samantha join the team and we look forward to her supporting our business customers,” said Julie Clement, Vice President, Business Development. “Her prior banking experience, friendly demeanor and passion being engaged in the community will serve her well in this new position.” “MVSB is an organization that values inclusivity, offers community outreach and supports […]
Archives for 2024
Extra Savings on School Supplies from Mutual Benefits
Mutual Benefits members can save early on back to school supplies with discounted eGift cards from Office Depot® Office Max®! Get 40% off* a $50 eGift card during a special flash sale on August 1st – plus, get 15% off** $50 eGift cards for the entire month! Not yet a member? Learn more about our exclusive savings and identity theft coverage program at mvsb.com/mutual-benefits or contact us to sign up! *Flash Sale 40% off $50 Office Depot® Office Max® Card August 1st. Limit 1 per membership account. While Supplies Last. **15% off $50 Office Depot® Office Max® eGift Cards August 1st-August 31st. […]
Debit Card Management, Made Easier
You can’t control everything… but you can manage when and how your MVSB debit card can be used and receive customized spending alerts. To get started, log in to online banking or the MVSB app and find Manage Cards in the main menu. Select your card(s), then tap Card Controls. Acknowledge the terms and conditions and designate how you would like to receive alerts – by text message (SMS) or email. After that, it’s up to you – choose to: Set controls1 based on dollar amount and location. Receive real-time alerts based on your card activity. Temporarily freeze or unfreeze your card. Our knowledgeable bankers […]
Brittany Hodge Graduates as a New Hampshire Housing Homeownership Fellows Program
We are proud to announce that Brittany Hodge, Mortgage Loan Officer, NMLS# 2387835 has graduated from the 2023-2024 New Hampshire Housing Homeownership Fellows program. Just ten New Hampshire homebuying professionals are chosen each year to participate in this program, which gives fellows the opportunity to explore the mortgage finance system and participate in workshops about housing and public policy, housing and economic development, state government issues and New Hampshire Housing’s homeownership programs. “Brittany truly cares about helping local people and families achieve homeownership and she has worked extremely hard this past year to deepen her understanding of residential lending and […]
Keep an Eye Out for Refund Email Phishing Scams
Consider this: You get an email from a computer antivirus company stating that a $487 subscription fee will be charged to your debit card on file. You don’t remember the purchase, but at first glance the email looks legitimate. It states to call the number below within four hours to cancel. In a panic, you call and an agent from “the company” answers. They can offer a refund and they instruct you to download an application for a transaction reversal. They claim that they sent you money, but sent $4,870 instead of $487. The agent starts to panic, saying they […]
Receive a Text Message About an Overdue Toll Charge? It’s likely a Scam
If you travel New England highways, you’re likely no stranger to road tolls – so if you receive a text message indicating you have unpaid or overdue charges, it may not seem too far-fetched. However, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning drivers of a recent scam involving fake text messages posing as state toll agencies and collection offices targeting consumers in states across the country. In this recent scam, you may receive a text message indicating you owe unpaid toll charges to a tolling agency. To settle your account, you will be instructed to click on a link and […]
Protect Yourself from Card Skimmers
When you pay for gas, use a vending machine or even self-checkout, it is important to be aware of the threat of card skimmers. What are Card Skimmers? Card skimmers are illegal devices installed on card readers to capture the information stored on the card’s magnetic strip. This information includes your name, card number, expiration date and security (CVV) code. In some cases, the fraudster will also add a microscopic camera or key logging device to capture additional information, such as your personal identification number (PIN) or security code. Where are Card Skimmers Most Likely to be Found? Skimmers are […]
Community Invited to Wolfeboro ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ Art Show Throughout August
Local watercolor artist Dr. Marc Bard will continue his ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ Art Show with an August display at the MVSB Wolfeboro Office at 66 North Main St. The show hosted an opening reception Aug. 1 and artwork will be showcased at the office throughout the month. The ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ Art Show features Dr. Bard’s watercolor paintings of beautiful local sights and scenes as well as wildlife photography by his colleague Dr. John Ingard. This is Bard’s fifth year hosting the fundraiser and first year expanding the show to Wolfeboro. All funds raised during the August show […]
New MVSB Banking Office Now Open in Exeter
We are excited to announced the official opening of our newest banking office at 2 Meeting Place Drive in Exeter. This full-service location brings modern, customer and community-focused financial services and convenience to those who live, work and play in Exeter and surrounding communities. The branch is our fourteenth location across the greater lakes and seacoast regions of New Hampshire, with nearby locations in Portsmouth and Rochester. “It has been exciting to watch the branch take shape over the past few months and we are so excited to open our doors and present this beautiful new office and MVSB to […]
Traynor Cully Promoted to Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer for MVSB
We are proud to announce that Traynor Cully has been promoted to Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer. Based in Rochester, he will continue to work closely with local businesses and nonprofits on their commercial lending needs. “Traynor has helped us establish a strong presence in Rochester since we opened the local branch office two years ago and has successfully supported dozens of businesses with their commercial financing needs,” said Angela Salb, Vice President, Commercial Lending Team Leader. “He exemplifies MVSB’s caring spirit and passion for providing personalized customer service that customers have come to expect from MVSB.” “Local businesses are […]
