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Bulls & Bears Newsletter – October 2021
The latest Bulls & Bears Newsletter from our Wealth Management advisors can provide you the latest insights into the market, trends and impacts. Download and print right from our website.
First United Bank & Trust Names Denise D. Phelps Director of Diversity and Engagement
Carissa L. Rodeheaver, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and President of First United Bank & Trust and Chuck Olsson, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer are proud to announce Denise D. Phelps as Vice President and Director of Diversity and Engagement, overseeing the Bank’s diversity, inclusion, and equity (DEI) strategy within all the markets served by the company.
Community Episode – Heartly House with Jennifer Tousey
Today, we talk with Jennifer Tousey, the Community Engagement & Prevention Manager at Heartly House in Frederick, Maryland to discuss this organization which has a mission to end domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse, and to provide victims with safety, shelter, and supportive services.
Digital Banking Tools Your Business Should Use
Digital banking tools are convenient, secure, and easy to use. You’ll have instant access to your accounts, and you’ll be able to perform a variety of functions online, saving you a trip to the bank. And as a business person, shouldn’t you strive to save yourself both time and money?
First United Promotes Jaime L. Shelton to Director of Retail
Alan D. Mullendore, Managing Director, is proud to announce the promotion of Jaime L. Shelton to Director of Retail for Frederick and Washington Counties, MD and Berkeley County, WV.
What Matters Most – Economic Update for September 2021 with Sean McCreery
Our monthly economic update report from the First United Wealth Management department. Sean McCreery, Wealth Investment Officer, joins us to discuss the negatives and positives happening in the market for September 2021.
The Importance of Estate Planning
An estate plan isn’t just for the wealthy. It provides more detailed instructions than a will on how assets and end-of-life wishes should be handled. One way to honor your familial relationships is to establish an estate plan.
Protect Yourself from Chargebacks with Katie McMillan
We are joined again today by Katie McMillan, Director of Sales at MPI, the merchant processing partner of First United. Katie is here to discuss how businesses can protect themselves against chargebacks, best practices, and more.
It’s National Preparedness Month! Ensure You’re Prepared for All Types of Emergencies
September is National Preparedness Month, a time meant to highlight the importance of being prepared for all types of emergencies and disasters.
Protect Yourself, Cardholders – with Katie McMillan
We are joined again today by Katie McMillan, Director of Sales at MPI, the merchant processing partner of First United. Today we’re talking about protecting yourself as a cardholder. Katie joins us to offer reminders, tips, and tricks to keep yourself safe while using your credit or debit card.
First United’s Jennifer S. Kreighbaum – Maryland Banking School Award Winner
The Maryland Banking School recently announced that Jennifer S. Kreighbaum, Compliance Officer and CRA Officer for First United Bank & Trust, was awarded the Lilian T. Moffat Award for the 2021 session.
4 Benefits of Digital Banking for Consumers
Long gone are the days of setting aside time in your day to head to your local branch to deposit a check, pay a bill, or transfer money to another account. With digital banking, you can access and control all of your accounts online or from your mobile device 24/7. Let’s take a deeper look at the four benefits of digital banking for consumers.
What Matters Most – Economic Update for August 2021 with Megan Kinsinger
Our monthly economic update report from the First United Wealth Management department. Megan Kinsinger, Portfolio Manager, joins us to discuss the negatives and positives happening in the market for August 2021.
4 Benefits of Using Your Home Equity for Home Improvements
As long as your home’s market value doesn’t drop, you can build your home equity by paying off your loans faster or else by renovating your home, which will boost your home’s value — and your home equity. You can even use your home equity to make home improvements — a win-win.
Saving Money & Staying Protected with YouFirst
Today we are joined by Ryan Harbry from StrategyCorps, the company behind BaZing, the powerful tool that helps make the First United YouFirst line of checking accounts some of the most powerful accounts available today. Listen in to hear about some of the many great benefits and features of the YouFirst line of products that can keep you safe and save you money.
Carissa L. Rodeheaver Named One of the Most Influential Banking Services Leaders in Maryland
Congratulations to First United Bank & Trust’s President and CEO, Carissa L. Rodeheaver, on being recently featured in The Daily Record’s Power 30 Banking & Finance List as one of the most influential leaders in the Maryland banking industry.
Community Episode – County United Way with Michele Walker
We’re joined today by Executive Director at County United Way, Michele Walker, to discuss United Way and all the great things they are doing in the community. Listen to learn more about United Way. You can also visit https://cuw.org to learn how you can help!
First United Promotes April Jones as Residential Loan Originator
Mary Bond, Vice President and Director of Retail and Scott Hostetler, Vice President and Director of Mortgage Services, congratulate April Jones in her new role as Residential Loan Originator for the Garrett County market.
2021 First United-United Way Golf Tournament Final Donation Information
First United Bank & Trust sponsored the 33rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Oakland Golf Club on Friday, July 9, 2021. This was the 23rd year that First United has organized this event. The tournament has become a tradition over the past 32 years and has raised over $551,500 for Garrett County charities. Participants were able to enjoy a challenging round of golf, and at the same time, help raise much needed funds for worthy community projects.
What Matters Most – Economic Update for July 2021 with Brad Bolyard
Our monthly economic update report from the First United Wealth Management department. Brad Bolyard, Portfolio Manager, joins us to discuss the negatives and positives happening in the market for July 2021.
Bulls & Bears Newsletter – July 2021
The latest Bulls & Bears Newsletter from our Wealth Management advisors can provide you the latest insights into the market, trends and impacts. Download and print right from our website.
The Advantages of Personal Internet Banking
Internet banking provides many conveniences. Whenever you have an internet connection, your bank is there waiting for you. If you haven’t started banking online yet — or aren’t taking full advantage of everything it has to offer — here’s a quick overview of the advantages and features of personal internet banking.
CISA Launches New Site for Ransomware Resources
CISA last week launched a new website to help organizations reduce their risk of ransomware incidents by maintaining a central location for resources and alerts.
Community Episode – On Eagles’ Wings
Today we meet with Casey Conaway, the Director of Development at On Eagles Wings, an Equine Therapy facility in North Central West Virginia to discuss the good they are doing in the community. Learn more about their efforts and upcoming events, and how you can help, at http://oneagleswingswv.org
Retirement Planning with Banzai
Today we are once again joined by Alex Kay, CEO at Banzai, a financial education partner with First United. Alex discusses the topic of retirement planning and how you can use helpful tools like Banzai to be better prepared for retirement. Listen in for more and find these powerful financial education tools at MyBank.com/education
The 4 Basic Steps of Building Your Children’s Financial Literacy
Children begin to internalize money habits by an early age, so it’s important to introduce them to money as soon as possible and help them to internalize smart habits about saving, and spending money.
Debt Management with Banzai
Today we are once again joined by Alex Kay, CEO at Banzai, a financial education partner with First United. Alex discusses the topic of debt management and how you can use helpful tools like Banzai to better manage your debt. Listen in for more and find these powerful financial education tools at MyBank.com/education
Top 5 Ways to Use the Equity in Your Home
Many homeowners never tap into their home equity, letting it build until they pay off their mortgage. But if you’re considering taking advantage of your home equity, let’s take a look at five of the most common uses!
Financial Literacy and Financial Education Tools with Banzai
Today we are joined by Alex Kay, CEO at Banzai, a financial education partner with First United. Alex discusses the topic of financial education and the resources available, for free, from First United, online, and in local schools. Listen in for more and find these powerful financial education tools at MyBank.com/education
What Matters Most – Economic Update for June 2021 with Sean McCreery
Our monthly economic update report from the First United Wealth Management department. Sean McCreery, Wealth Investment Officer, joins us to discuss the negatives and positives happening in the market for June 2021.
These 4 Life Events Will Change Your Insurance Needs
Over the course of your life, your insurance needs will change depending on the life events you experience, such as getting married, buying a home, having children, or growing older. In this article, we take a look at four major life events and how they will alter your various insurance needs over time.
Watch Out For Student Loan Scams
Today we are once again joined by Laura Helmich, Business Development Officer, and our resident Student Loan specialist to discuss student loan scams that are prevalent. What are red flags to watch for and how can you protect yourself? Listen to learn more!
50/50 Women on Boards™ Recognizes First United Corporation
50/50 Women on Boards™ (50/50WOB), the leading global education and advocacy campaign driving the movement toward gender balance and diversity on corporate boards, commends First United Corporation as a “3+” company, for having three or more women on its corporate board of directors.
Are You Reviewing Your Merchant Services Statements?
We are joined again today by Katie McMillan, Director of Sales at MPI, the merchant processing partner of First United. Today we’re talking about reviewing your merchant services statement. Why do merchant providers always ask for all your statements? What are they looking for and what can you find in those statements that can help ensure you’re getting the best price with your merchant setup.
First United Appreciates our Local Health Care Heroes
First United associates donated $1,432 and the Bank matched up to $1,000 for a grand total of $2,432. All donations went toward purchasing snacks and energy drinks for frontline healthcare heroes in recognition and support of their emotional and physical sacrifices.
The Basics of Writing a Business Plan for Your New Business
If you’re in the process of starting a new business — or just thinking about it — a thoughtful business plan is an essential tool. This document will provide a road map for getting your business up and running, sharpen your focus on the many details involved, and can serve as a document to secure loans or persuade investors to believe in your vision.
Does Your Business Offer Gift Cards & Loyalty Cards?
We are joined again today by Katie McMillan, Director of Sales at MPI, the merchant processing partner of First United. Today we’re talking about gift cards and loyalty cards. What value do they provide you and your business? Should you be offering a loyalty program or gift cards? Katie discusses each and the value it can provide your business.
5 Simple Wealth Preservation Tips for Senior Citizens
May is National Older Americans Month, an ideal time for older Americans to review their finances and consider wealth preservation strategies so that they have enough assets to enjoy their golden years to the fullest.
What Matters Most – Economic Update for May 2021 with Megan Kinsinger
Our monthly economic update report from the First United Wealth Management department. Megan Kinsinger, Portfolio Manager, joins us to discuss the negatives and positives happening in the market for May 2021.
Student Loan Information with Laura Helmich
Today we are joined by Laura Helmich, Business Development Officer, and our resident Student Loan specialist to discuss student loans. What are they? What options do you have? How can you get the support you need with your student lending needs? Listen to learn more!
Is having a Point-of-Sale (POS) system worth it?
We are once again happy to be joined today by, Katie McMillan, Director of Sales at MPI, the merchant processing partner of First United. Today, Katie talks to us about Point-of-Sale solutions for businesses. How do they differ from regular credit card machines, what are the benefits, and why should merchants invest in a POS solution?
Is it too late for eCommerce?
We are joined again today by Katie McMillan, Director of Sales at MPI, the merchant processing partner of First United. Today we’re talking about eCommerce solutions for businesses. Is it too late for your business to get started? Katie discusses the importance of ecommerce business, particularly in a post-COVID world.
Top 5 Considerations for Returning to Normal Business Operations
As the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic begins to lessen, many organizations have begun to switch their focus from surviving the economic challenges that they’ve faced over the past year to restoring normal business operations as soon as possible.
Buying Your Dream Home in the Competitive Spring and Summer Housing Market
April is National Fair Housing Month, which brings more focus to First United’s efforts to help families find their dream homes. The timing is perfect because spring and summer have traditionally been the most competitive periods for home-buying.
What Matters Most – Economic Update for April 2021 with Brad Bolyard
Our monthly economic update report from the First United Wealth Management department. Brad Bolyard, Portfolio Manager, joins us to discuss the negatives and positives happening in the market for April 2021.
Bulls & Bears Newsletter – April 2021
The latest Bulls & Bears Newsletter from our Wealth Management advisors can provide you the latest insights into the market, trends and impacts. Download and print right from our website.
First United Relocates Community Office in Bridgeport, WV
“We are pleased to have the opportunity to relocate this office to better support the Harrison County community,” commented Carissa L. Rodeheaver, CEO, Chairman of the Board and President of First United Bank & Trust.
Tap & Contactless Payments
We are joined today by Katie McMillan, Director of Sales at MPI, the merchant processing partner of First United. Today we’re discussing Tap and Contactless Payment Solutions for business. What are contactless payments? What are the benefits, and why should a merchant choose to accept them?
Digital Financial Tools for Business with Leah Diehl
In today’s episode, we meet with Leah Diehl, Treasury Management Relationship Officer at First United to discuss several of the valuable and beneficial digital financial tools which businesses can use to better manage their finances and stay safe!
Buying a Home with Lindsay Williams and Cody Sustakoski
In the final of our 3-part series, we are joined by Linsday Williams, Realtor/Owner at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Touchdown Pros Realty (bhhstouchdownhp.com), and Cody Sustakoski, Residential Loan Originator in First United’s Mortgage area to discuss the home buying process best practices from the experts.