Construction Continues in Dean Bank Main Office

Most of the changes continue to be out of public view for now. 

April 13, 2018:  Steel installation to support the new second floor offices and reinforce the floor to support the new vestibule area has begun.  Most of the changes this week are in non-public areas.  Second floor access to interior stairways has changed; and meeting room walls have been opened up to install reinforcements.

April 9, 2018:  Demolition of the old branch space has been completed.  The walk-up ATM off of Main Street has been removed.   Steel installation to support the new second floor offices and reinforce the floor to support the new vestibule area will begin the second week of April.  Some doorways to enter the old branch space are disappearing while new ones appear. 

New Medicare cards are coming soon. Here’s what you need to know about your new card. Plus, how to avoid related scams.

Demolition of the old branch space will be completed this week.  The walk-up ATM off of Main Street is scheduled to close in the morning of April 3^rd.  

Since March 9^th the construction crew has been very busy with demolition of the old branch space and an area near the rear entrance where our Financial Services Group once called home. 

On March 9^th the hammers began flying in Franklin as the renovation of our Main Office began.  Over the course of the next 6 months I’ll do my best to keep you posted on what’s going on and what you can expect when you come to the Main Office of Dean Bank in Franklin. 

No matter what field you’re in, one of the hardest parts of business is successfully achieving growth. How you stay organized and manage your day-to-day tasks, is one of the most vital components in meeting your objectives. 

The average amount families paid for college in 2017 was $23,757, according to Sallie Mae’s recent How America Pays for College report.

Scammers are creative, cunning and cruel — and they often mix in a little truth to spice up their big lies. This scheme shows just how low they can go.

Fatherhood has been both the most rewarding and most difficult experience of my life. I expect that many parents who have kids with special needs or who are battling diseases or disorders feel the same way.

The FDIC often hears from bank customers who believe they may be the victims of financial fraud or thefts. The Summer 2017 FDIC Consumer News alerts the public to common scams and provides basic tips for protecting personal information and money. 

Saving money is often easier said than done, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Setting clear goals can motivate you to take action, focus on what’s important and steer clear of overspending.

Here are a few tips on how to set your savings goals.

When an elderly individual needs more care and support than their families can provide, they tend to rule out assisted living as an option because they think they cannot afford it. Often this is because they are looking at the total monthly cost as covering just apartment rental and comparing it to their current housing costs. 

An ATM can be a lifesaver when you're on the go and need some fast cash. But as helpful as these machines can be, they're also magnets for fraudsters who are out to make a quick buck. In fact, criminals stole data from magnetic-strip debit cards at ATMs at the highest rate in over 20 years during the first several months of 2015, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal.

When it comes to managing your finances — saving money and spending money wisely — you often need a little help from your family . . . and friends.

From carpooling to shopping in bulk, to neighborhood get-togethers, there are many ways sharing can reduce costs and, at the same time, provide a

positive experience for all involved. Here are 10 ways to share to improve financial health, provided by the Massachusetts Bankers Association.

Sometimes it's smarter to buy certain items according to the season, like sweaters near the end of  winter and swimsuits in late summer. But what's the best season for buying a house?

While it is generally understood that a stay at a skilled nursing facility or nursing home could be tax deductible because they primarily offer medical care, assisted living is often wrongly overlooked. 

When it comes to investing early in life, you likely have two things on your side: time and flexibility. Although a 2015 survey found that most millennials don't think they'll have enough money saved for retirement, investing is one way to help build wealth for the future. Here are some of the best investments you can make in your 20s.

Our first local guest blogger has some fun as the Patriots season begins.

Encouragement to study hard, get good grades, and look to the future. Warnings against drugs and alcohol. Lessons on how to do laundry. These are the conversations college students are having with their parents before returning to school. But discussions about safe online behavior may not be as common.

How to Fund Your College Social Life While Maintaining Your Financial Health

Unlike Snoop Dogg, incoming college students might not have their minds on their money and their money on their minds. But if you're just starting out on campus and can put some of your focus on your finances, you have a great opportunity: Knowing how to manage your cash can save you endless headaches down the road.

Here are a few things you can do to keep your finances in order.

Survey: Retirement savings is the top source of financial stress

Maybe it's the sunshine getting to us, or our eagerness as we count down the days to those vacations we've been saving for all year, but at America Saves we are so excited about summer that we had to plan something special. So, every month this summer, we are holding a new savings challenge.

Please take a few minutes on your Independence Day holiday to appreciate the freedom we often take for granted.

For the first time, more 18- to 34-year-olds are living with their parents than any other living situation, according to a recent report from Pew Research Center. This got us thinking about the important shift in both priorities and the economic situation of many millennials.

We know many of you are working to address the financial issues millennials face, so our partner packet this month focuses on this phenomenon and provides tips and advice for you to use to help this generation plan and save.

It is with great excitement that we announce the launch of Dean Bank’s official blog!

Welcome to the Mendon Community Page! Wondering where you can find all the best info about our beautiful corner of the world? You’ve found it! We’ll be sharing tidbits about what’s going on in the second oldest town in Worcester County.

Wouldn’t it be nice if every time you shopped, you got a reward? Dean Bank offers an automatic rewards program with for every Dean Bank Debit MasterCard® or Debit BusinessCard® cardholder. With Dean Bank Rewards you can use your debit card at the grocery store, at the mall, to fill up your gas tank, or to go to dinner and earn rewards while doing it! You’ll earn 1 DeanPoint for every $2.00 you spend on non-PIN purchases using your card. You can even use your card to pay your monthly bills and watch your points grow. It’s that simple! Read full story https://www.deanbank.com/products/personal/additional-services/rewards/#.Vs3lX8ZZGS0

At Dean Bank, we know one of our most reliable sources of information are loyal customers!  Our hope is to tap into these valued resources to create a collection of the interests and knowledge in our community. Are you involved in a community organization or event? Do you have an interesting hobby or talent you’d like to share? Consider joining our ranks as a brilliant contributor!

Welcome to the Blackstone Community Page! Visit this page if you want to get hip to the happenings occurring locally and in the surrounding Blackstone River Valley region.

Did you know that an SBA (Small Business Association) Preferred Lender can streamline the process to approve loans and expedite funding for a local small business owner? The Preferred Lender Program (PLP) includes many of the nation’s largest lenders who do high volumes of SBA lending. Dean Bank is one of those lenders. Plus, all small business loans are guaranteed through the SBA. Check out the various commercial loans that Dean Bank can help you with https://www.deanbank.com/products/lending/mortgages/business-credit-loans/

Welcome to the Franklin Community Page! If you’re looking for the news, events and entertainment going on in our historic neck of the woods, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll be featuring information about local businesses and interesting happenings in our community.

Welcome to the Bellingham Community Page! Bellingham is a rich and vibrant community full of events and activities that are fun for the whole family. This space will be dedicated to sharing all the local happenings to keep you in the loop and out-and-about in your neighborhood!

It’s okay to just live in the present... until you realize you have to be ready for the future. When you’re trying to plan ahead for the financial security of your family, yourself and your business, there are many questions to ask. In fact, you might not even know what all the questions are. That’s where the Financial Services Group at Dean Bank enters the picture. We know the right questions, and - just as important - we can help you find the right answers. Read full story https://www.deanbank.com/products/insurance/about-group/

The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) has some easy-to-use STOP. THINK. CONNECT. cyber tips to help you protect against fraudster tricks this time of year.

Tax season is prime time for online scams. Cybercriminals are continuously looking to lift your personal information to cash in on a refund request and/or steal your identity. The problem is rampant: in 2015, the Federal Trade Commission received close to half a million complaints, and nearly half (45 percent) were tax fraud-related. Cyber thieves are crafty: they can break into your account or device and literally steal your online life – as well as your tax refund.