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MVSB recently provided critical support to the Laconia Area Community Land Trust (LACLT) to upgrade its properties by purchasing $40,000 in tax credits from the nonprofit. New Hampshire’s Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) recently awarded LACLT $500,000 in tax credits to sell to businesses.  Proceeds from the sales will be used to upgrade 60 units of LACLT’s permanently affordable rental housing, many of which are showing significant wear and tear. “MVSB’s relationship with the Laconia Area Community Land Trust has grown naturally out of our common commitment to community development and financial education,” said Sam Laverack, President & CEO.  “We are […]

According to bankrate.com’s checking account survey, 2013 marked the 15th consecutive year of rising overdraft charges assessed to consumers at national financial institutions. We are happy to  announce that we have elected not to increase any fees for the fourth year in a row.  In fact, over the last several years we have actually lowered some fees.  In addition, we continue to offer no-strings-attached free checking accounts to people and businesses in the area. “MVSB employees live, work and volunteer in the communities the Bank serves and are acutely aware of the pressures rising household costs place on local families,” said […]

The FBI has issued an alert regarding a growing account takeover email scam targeting businesses.  To perpetrate this scam, fraudsters are intercepting unencrypted emails between businesses and their vendors or suppliers. Once intercepted, the man-in-the-middle poses as the vendor/supplier in an attempt to re-route payment for products or services. The business will receive an email from the phony “supplier” stating that the bank account information normally used is no longer valid and provides updated account information.  The unsuspecting business owner then re-directs payment to the account information provided by the fraudster. To reduce the likelihood of falling victim to theses types […]

As the holidays approach, were are looking to the community for help in keeping local residents warm this winter by participating in our annual Mitten Tree program. The Mitten Tree program begins the day after Thanksgiving and continues through December 21.  Donations of handmade or purchased mittens, gloves, hats and scarves can be dropped off at any MVSB office.  Donated items will be displayed on a holiday tree in the lobby of each branch before being distributed to members of the community who need them. Various organizations, schools and individuals help to distribute the donated items after the first of the year. […]

MVSB customers with GenGold® Membership benefits can give themselves the gift of savings this year with valuable discounts at local and national retailers.  In addition to everyday discounts and benefits, GenGold® is once again offering 12 extra holiday discounts now through December 16th as part of their 12 Days of Savings program!  Be sure to mark your calendars so that you don’t miss out on any of these great offers! To redeem any of the 12 Days of Savings offers mentioned below, please contact GenGold® at 1-800-428-6686 or visit www.gengold.com, log in and click on the 12 Days of Savings banner. Not a GenGold® member yet? This unique discount program, featuring […]

We are pleased to once again serve as a sponsor for the LNH Children’s Auction, which supports children and families in need throughout the Lakes Region. This year, the televised auction is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10 through Saturday, December 14. As in years past, our offices around the Lakes Region will serve as drop off points for donated auction items from now through Wednesday, December 11. Due to space concerns, the office in the Hannaford Supermarket in Plymouth will not be able to accept donations; however, the Plymouth Main Street office and all other offices will be accepting items.  Community […]

We are thrilled to announce that Moultonborough School District is the winner of the “What’s not to ‘Like’? Facebook Technology Grant Contest.” The $3000 grant will be used by Moultonborough Academy’s Technology Education Department to purchase a 3D printer. Over the summer, we reached out to local school administrators and asked how they could benefit from an additional $3000 in technology resources.  The Bank received responses from five school districts: Gilford, Governor Wentworth Regional, Inter-Lakes, Laconia and Moultonborough.  These submissions were posted on our Facebook page for a two-month voting period.  Throughout the contest Moultonborough and Inter-Lakes competed closely for the lead […]

The  charitable fund has awarded a $2,500 grant to Moultonboro/Sandwich Senior Meals. These funds are being used by the program to send participating seniors home with a healthy, home-cooked meal for supper.   For more than seven years, the Moultonboro/Sandwich Senior Meals Program has been serving the senior community of Carroll County.  The Program’s staff and volunteers prepare, cook and serve lunch at the Moultonboro Lions Club, Monday through Thursday.  Volunteer drivers also allow the program to serve homebound seniors by providing meals delivered directly to residences.  It became clear in recent years, that some of the seniors that visit […]

Due to overwhelming demand, Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) is sponsoring a second session of Laconia Area Community Land Trust’s first-time homebuyer seminar.  This seminar is designed for people considering the purchase of their first home and for anyone interested in learning about the home buying process.  Issues covered in the seminar include budgeting and financial management, credit and credit reports, shopping for a home, getting a mortgage, home inspections, special financing programs and more. The seminar will be held on Saturday, November 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at MVSB’s Seneca Ladd Building (next door to the main office) in Meredith.  To register or obtain […]

The New Hampshire Department of Travel and Tourism Development (DTTD) is warning of a recent telephone scam targeting tourism-related businesses.  Area businesses have reported receiving calls from Canadian telephone numbers soliciting their ad for a NH Tourism publication.  The caller asks to confirm the business’ address to send them an invoice for $599. According to the DTTD, businesses will only be contacted by their representative at Yankee Publishing with respect to any legitimate DTTD advertising opportunities.  If your business receives a suspicious call regarding advertising, the Department recommends contacting your Yankee Publishing representative or calling the DTTD directly at 603-271-2665.