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Bank Investment: To De Novo Or Not?

Bank Innovation

It’s been a year since the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) conditionally approved a de novo charter for Primary Bank. Based in Bedford, New Hampshire, the new Primary Bank raised an astounding $29 million after obtaining approval for its charter on March 17th of 2015.

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Walden Mutual aims to serve New England’s food community

Independent Banker

If it opens its doors as planned in January 2022, Walden Mutual Bank will be the first new mutual bank charter in New Hampshire in a century and the country’s first new mutual charter in five decades. The planned de novo in Concord, N.H., It is rare to have that level of experience,” Cummings says.

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Why No De Novo Banks? Math.

Jeff For Banks

The concept was new, and growth was projected to be robust, albeit not off the charts. The FDIC required the bank to raise $20 million in capital, a tidy sum back in the 1990’s when banks got started with less than half as much. Primary Bank in New Hampshire, started last year, raised around $27 million.

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Discovering Financial Growth: Making Smart Investments with Union Bank

Ublocal

We’re delighted to bring our Northern Vermont and New Hampshire communities a simple, yet powerful way to grow your money. Please be advised that certain investment products, including but not limited to IRAs and 401(k)s, are not insured by the FDIC and carry the risk of potential loss of value. Call us at 800-753-4343.

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What is a Certificate of Deposit (CD) and How Do They Work?

Ublocal

Traditional CDs are insured by the FDIC for up to $250,000 per account, making CDs a very low-risk investment. And we have some of the best CD rates in New Hampshire and Vermont, too! Advantages of CDs CDs are a niche savings product with a lot of benefits, especially for certain uses. Predictability. Still have questions?

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Ensuring a Sustainable Legacy: The Role of Wealth Management in Estate Planning

Ublocal

They are exceptionally low-risk—returns are guaranteed and unlike market investments they are FDIC insured for up to $250,000. Whether you’re seeking wealth management advice for retirees, business owners, new parents, or newly weds, we can help.

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Guide to Building an Investment Portfolio for VT & NH Investors

Ublocal

Union Bank’s long history in the community is the reason our Vermont and New Hampshire clients put their trust in us. Choose the investment advisors that are recognized by the people who live in your community. Contact our team today to discuss your financial hopes and goals!