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Curious about how the Federal Reserve’s interest rates impact mortgage rates?
In September, the Federal Reserve announced a drop in interest rates for the first time in over four years. Many people don’t realize that while mortgage rates are influenced by the Federal Reserve, they aren’t directly set by it. How do interest rates set by the Federal Reserve impact mortgage rates? Mortgage rates are more…
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Meet Personal Banker Lamanda Wells!
Meet Lamanda Wells, one of our Personal Bankers in Beaver Dam, Kentucky! Lamanda has 20 years of banking experience. Lamanda is committed to providing excellent customer service and building lasting relationships with clients to help them find solutions to meet their banking needs. Lamanda’s best banking advice is, “Credit can work for you or against…
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Meet Business Development Officer Evan Fischer!
Meet Evan Fischer, one of our Trust and Investment Business Development Officers! Evan has 12 years of experience in banking, with a degree in Business Administration. He is a Certified Retirement Services Professional, helping employers and employees take advantage of qualified retirement plan benefits. Evan’s primary office is in Coshocton, Ohio, but he also serves…
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Student Accounts for Back-to-School
Managing finances as a student can be challenging, but having the right account can make a world of difference. Peoples Bank’s student accounts are designed to cater to the unique needs of students, offering features that help them manage their money more efficiently. Student Checking Account (ages 13-25)The Peoples Bank Student Checking account is perfect…
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5 Cybersecurity Scams to Watch for in 2024
It’s easy to think you’ll never fall for a financial scam, but technological advancements are leading to increasingly sophisticated and convincing schemes. That’s why it’s important to stay informed on the latest trends in financial fraud so that you can detect and protect yourself from threats. Here are five emerging cybersecurity scams to know about…
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Meet Mortgage Consultant Andrea Childers!
Meet Andrea Childers, a Peoples Bank Mortgage Consultant in South Central Kentucky! Andrea started her career right out of college and has over 24 years of experience in mortgage banking. Andrea’s primary office is in Bowling Green, Kentucky, but she also serves Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and the towns between them. She enjoys empowering clients with financial…
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Exploring Financing Options for College
School’s out for summer, but as the fall semester approaches, many students and their families are searching for the best ways to cover the cost of college tuition. Federal Aid Grants and work-study jobs are two forms of federal financial aid that don’t have to be repaid as long as a student meets eligibility requirements.…
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Meet Noelle Walton – the new Branch Manager of Mount Vernon, Ohio!
Meet Noelle Walton, Peoples Bank’s new Branch Manager in Mount Vernon, Ohio! Noelle has been in the banking industry for over 10 years. She enjoys building relationships with clients and helping them with their financial needs. What makes Peoples Bank special to Noelle is that she gets to serve the community she loves. Noelle is…
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Meet Universal Banker Ashley Barlow!
Meet Ashley Barlow, one of our Universal Bankers in Horse Cave, Kentucky! Ashley has been in the finance industry since 2019. She joined Peoples Bank as part of the Limestone Bank acquisition in 2023. Ashley began as a traveling teller until she moved to the Munfordville branch to transition to the head teller. Soon after…
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Avoid Mortgage Phishing Attempts
Homeowners should be cautious of calls, emails, letters and texts urging them to inquire about a time-sensitive matter with their mortgage. Communications may include messages about an expiring home warranty, insurance coverage, lower rates for payment and more. Sometimes, it can even look like your lender sent the message. As a reminder, Peoples Bank will…
