Skip to main content

Business Beneficial Ownership Rule Changes: What You Need to Know

Resources
As of January 1, 2024, a new reporting requirement mandated by the passage of the federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) will require most existing and newly formed non-exempt businesses to report information about their beneficial owners to the U
Read more

Q1 Security Spotlight

Resources
How we protect your information — UMassFive uses a special encryption for Internet activity that involves the exchange of sensitive information. Encrypted services include Online Banking, Mobile Banking, Bill Pay,and applications for lending and
Read more

Home-Repair and Remodeling Blunders to Avoid

Resources
You can get taken advantage of when you try to get your house fixed. The good news is that you can screen out many problems by heeding some common-sense precautions. Don't blindly take the lowest bid. Low bidders may be offering a great deal. Or
Read more

What's Your Home Worth?

Resources
Knowing your home's value can help if you decide to sell, and it can be useful if you're thinking of borrowing against the equity in your home. Here are some methods to help get an accurate idea of what your home is worth: Basic data. If you're
Read more

Pros and Cons of Getting or Being a Co-signer on a Loan

Resources
When you or someone you know are having trouble getting a loan it can be very advantageous to you or someone close to consider co-signing. However, there are some serious matters to consider when choosing to go this route as well. When determining if
Read more