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What Matters Most – October 2019
Listen to the latest installment of the What Matters Most podcast, with First United Wealth Management Portfolio Manager, Megan Kinsinger, offering the latest in investment news.
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Four Ways to Save on Car Insurance
With automobile insurance mandatory in most states, you know you have to buy it. Sorting through the advertising jargon to discover what is the best deal for you is time-consuming and confusing. Here are five quick tips you can use to save money and protect yourself in case you are in a wreck.
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Attention Women-owned Businesses: Your Guide to the Best Loans
Favorable economic conditions make it easier than ever for individuals to secure loans with low interest rates. Also, mainstream financial institutions often look at only the past three years of credit history to approve a small business loan, making it viable for emerging entrepreneurs to tap into the funds they need to create a thriving company.
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6 Must-Know Tips for Saving Money When Shopping
We’ve scoured the internet for some of today’s most strategic money-saving hacks. Whether you’re at the grocery store shopping for yogurt or at the mall on the hunt for a new pair of shoes, use our slick shopping hacks to save big.
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How Families Can Save Money on Necessary Household Expenses
Frugal habits can save you lots of money. One dollar at a time, you can build a financially secure future for your family.
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Online budgeting apps for every kind of saver & spender
For some, saving money comes naturally. They add a certain amount of their paycheck every month without fail. Others are not so dedicated. This could be for several reasons. No matter what our saving or spending style is you can find an online app that will help you improve your finances.
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An Uncommon Story – Ascension Recovery Services
Ascension Recovery Services, headquartered in Morgantown, West Virginia, was founded by CEO Doug Leech. Leech has gone through addiction and recovery himself, leading to a level of empathy, understanding, and commitment to its residents and community that’s unparalleled to anywhere else. That’s why First United Bank is proud to help share its uncommon story.
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6 Apps that can Save you Big at the Gas Pump
Gas prices are one of those budget items that are unpredictable at times. Oil prices can be affected by the political climate, trade disputes and refinery issues. You can fuel up for $50 one week and pay nearly twice that much the next. These apps can help ease the burden on your wallet.
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Real Ways to Actually Save Money on an Average Salary
Whether you make $150,000 or $40,000 a year, you work hard for your money. A lot of people think the more money you make, the more you can save. But at the end of the day, your ability to save all depends on your expenses. We’ve scoured high and low for some of the best money-saving tips for those living on a typical salary.
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Mobile Banking Gives Consumers Another Service to Love
Some consumers still love going into a branch and interacting with their local bankers. Nothing can replace great one-on-one customer service. But what about those days when you are delayed at work and you can’t get to your bank to deposit a check? Or you are on vacation and you need to check your account balance?
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Home Equity Loan or Line of Credit: Which Is Best for You?
Things break. Emergencies happen. And if you are like many Americans, you may not have the extra cash on hand to pay for these expenses. Homeowners generally have two options for getting the money they need — a home equity line of credit or a home equity loan.
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You received your college bill. Now what?
Paying for college can be a stressful process and the choices you make today can impact you and your family while in school and beyond graduation.
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First United Sponsors Operation Rec. Fore Vets
First United is partnering with Brown Funeral Home of Martinsburg as a primary sponsor of their upcoming charity golf tournament “Operation Rec. Fore Vets”. The event is to be held in September with proceeds benefiting the veteran men and women in the Martinsburg VA Medical Center for recreational therapy for veterans. First United Bank is proud to help sponsor this event. Pictured are Jordan Fields of Brown Funeral Home and Dave Hart of the First United Edwin Miller community office.
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Making a Budget for Your Dream Wedding
Weddings can rack up a lot of bills. Case in point, the average American wedding cost brides and grooms $44,105 in 2018. To budget for a wedding ceremony and a reception, you have to take into account all expenses…
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Bulls & Bears Newsletter – June 2019
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.
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Moving Checklist: Budgeting for Your Next Move
Moving is stressful, no doubt about it. To ensure your next move goes as smoothly as possible, it’s helpful to create a budget—and stick to it. With your finances under control, you can focus your attention on getting to your new place as quickly as possible and settling in.
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3 Strategies for Millennial Business Owners to Be More Financially Savvy
We’ve outlined three strategies to help millennial business owners become savvier about finances. These tips will help your company beat the odds and thrive for years to come.
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Starting a Business? Do These 4 Things First
An astonishing 20 percent of small businesses shutter after their first year, while approximately 50 percent fail in their fifth year, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. If you’re starting a business, consider these four things…
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How to Build an Emergency Fund
Having an emergency fund can save you from having to borrow money or use credit cards if an unexpected expense arises. But according to the Federal Reserve, four out of 10 Americans do not have the savings to cover a $400 emergency.
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Hagerstown Community College receives $15,000 from First United
(Hagerstown, MD) – The Hagerstown Community College Foundation recently received a commitment from First United Bank & Trust, for $15,000. The money will be paid over five years and will be used for a first-floor office in HCC’s Center for Business and...
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Alan Goes Over The Edge
Washington County Market President, Alan Mullendore, goes OVER THE EDGE and rappels down an 11 story building (the Alexander House) in support of the Boys & Girls Club of Washington County. With the support of our associates and community, Alan’s team was able to raise over $1,300 to support this great cause!
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Bulls & Bears Newsletter – March 2019
Click here to read the latest Bulls & Bears newsletter from March, 2019.
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Jennifer Kreighbaum Earns the CAFP Designation
Congratulations to Jennifer Kreighbaum, Assistant Compliance Officer & Community Reinvestment Officer, on earning the Certified Anti-Money Laundering and Fraud Professional (CAFP) designation! This designation demonstrates a person’s ability to assess,...
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First United Welcomes Alan D. Mullendore, Market President for Washington County
Carissa L. Rodeheaver, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer at First United, along with R. L. Fisher, Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer announce the addition of Alan D. Mullendore as Washington County Market President, overseeing...
read moreSix Tips for Saving Success – Take Advantage of America Saves Week, Feb. 25 – Mar. 2
In recognition of America Saves Week Feb. 25 – Mar. 2, First United Bank & Trust is offering tips to help customers assess and improve their saving strategy. “America Saves Week is an opportunity to step back and ask ourselves if we’re doing all we can to meet our...
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First United Proudly Donates to the “I Can Swim!” Program
First United Bank & Trust is proud to donate $4,000 to the Garrett College Foundation. This donation is from the proceeds raised from the 2018 Christmas Charity Tour of Homes which was held the weekend of December 7th to benefit The “I Can Swim!” Program. This organization provides free American Red Cross basic swimming and water safety instruction for all kindergarten children in Garrett County and is managed through the Garrett College Foundation.
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Staying Safe from Tax Scams
As people seek to file their tax returns this year, cybercriminals will be busy trying to take advantage of this with a variety of scams. Citizens may learn they are victims only after having a legitimate tax return rejected because scammers already fraudulently filed...
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First United Supports the New Spire Arts STAGES
Frederick, MD – First United Bank & Trust is pleased to support the 2019 New Spire Arts STAGES Capital Campaign with a donation of $5,000. New Spire Arts is a new performing arts nonprofit located in Downtown Frederick. STAGES, a flexible black box theatre, is now...
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Money Mule Awareness Resource for Consumers from the ABA
The FBI last month released an informational booklet to raise consumers’ awareness of money mule scams, how they may be recruited to serve as mules, and the possible consequences should they be involved in such a scam. The booklet, Money Mule Awareness, identifies...
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Bulls & Bears Newsletter – December 2018
Click here to read the latest Bulls & Bears newsletter from December, 2018.
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Extortion Scam Alert
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh is warning consumers of an increase in reports of extortion scams, in which thieves are using email to threaten victims into paying a ransom to prevent certain personal information from being circulated online.
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Full Service Office Now Open at Emerald Pointe
Hagerstown, MD - First United Bank & Trust has announced the opening of a new, and much anticipated, community office at 19405 Emerald Square, Suite 1000 in Hagerstown, Maryland. First United Bank & Trust has been a member of the Washington County community...
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First United Proud Sponsor of the 2018 Christmas Charity Tour of Homes
First United Bank & Trust are proud sponsors of the 2018 Christmas Charity Tour of Homes. The proceeds from this tour will be donated to the local charity – The “I Can Swim!” Program –this organization provides free American Red Cross basic swimming and water...
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First United Bank & Trust Renovates Grantsville Community Office
First United Bank & Trust is pleased to announce the renovations to our Grantsville Community Office are now complete. This branch will now provide customers with all the latest technologies and conveniences to create a complete banking experience. In...
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First United Promotes David Upole to Senior Wealth Advisor
Keith R. Sanders, Senior Vice President and Senior Trust Officer and Jason A. Sweitzer, Vice President & Senior Wealth Advisor and Team Leader is pleased to announce the promotion of David J. Upole to Senior Wealth Advisor. Mr. Upole has over twenty years of...
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Investment Report – September 2018
Bulls & Bears Report – September 2018 written by our very own Scott Rush, CFA
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First United Accepting Entries for Video Contest – Winner eligible for a $5,000 grand prize
First United Bank & Trust is now accepting entries as part of the American Bankers Association Foundation’s annual Lights, Camera, Save! video contest. Lights, Camera, Save! is a national contest that encourages teens to use video to communicate the value of...
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FIRST UNITED BANK & TRUST PROMOTES SHANE M. SMALL TO SENIOR WEALTH ADVISOR
Keith R. Sanders, Senior Vice President and Senior Trust Officer and Jennifer L. Jones, Vice President & Senior Wealth Advisor and Team Leader announce that Shane M. Small has been promoted to Senior Wealth Advisor serving the Washington County, MD and Franklin...
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Forbes Names First United Bank & Trust One of America’s Best In State Banks
Recently, Forbes partnered with the market research firm Statista to produce their first-ever look at the Best-In-State Banks and Credit Unions. More than 25,000 customers in the U.S. were surveyed for their opinions on their current and former banking relationships....
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First United Promotes Stephanie C. Sisler to Community Relationship Manager
Robin E. Murray, Senior Vice President and Director of Retail Banking and Philip L. Rodeheaver, Market President for the Garrett and Allegany County areas, is proud to announce the promotion of Stephanie C. Sisler to Community Relationship Manager at the Oakland...
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First United Promotes Brandi L. Rice to Community Relationship Manager
Robin E. Murray, Senior Vice President and Director of Retail Banking and Philip L. Rodeheaver, Market President for the Garrett and Allegany County areas, is proud to announce the promotion of Brandi L. Rice to Community Relationship Manager at the Bel Air Community...
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Playing Santa!
The Center City Community Office in Cumberland, MD recently donated a coin counting machine to the local Salvation Army. This machine will save valuable time and help the Salvation Army's efforts during the upcoming Holiday bell ringing season. Pictured is Will...
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REDUCE YOUR RISK OF CHECK FRAUD
It is widely believed that businesses are the primary targets of check fraud professionals – especially by organized rings of criminals. As far as counterfeiting and alteration, payroll checks appear to be a favorite although all forms of business checks are targets...
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What Matters Most – July 2018
FIRST UNITED CORPORATION ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND
Oakland, Maryland, June 20, 2018 – First United Corporation (NASDAQ: FUNC) announces that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.09 per share that will be payable on August 1, 2018 to holders of record of the Corporation’s common stock as of July 16, 2018.
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College Budget Breakdown: the Cost of Education
According to the College Board, last year, the cost to attend in-state public colleges averaged $25,290 for the 2017-2018 year and private colleges averaged $50,900. Wondering what goes into those costs? It’s time to do the math on college and the means of getting there. Visit our blog to learn the 5 main categories to consider.
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Riverside Community Office Grand Re-opening Ribbon-cutting
The Riverside Community Office, as well as the entire First United team, would like to thank the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce staff, board of directors, and members that participated in First United's Grand Re-opening ribbon-cutting at the Riverside Community...
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First United Bank & Trust Announces New Innovative Checking Account Solution
First United Bank & Trust announces the launch of an entirely new checking account lineup. These unique accounts are aimed at simplifying customers’ financial lives while also providing additional benefits, savings and protections. Beginning June 4th, two new...
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First United Promotes Jaime L. Shelton to Community Relationship Manager
Robin E. Murray, Senior Vice President and Director of Retail Banking and Gordon M. Cooley, Market President for the Frederick area, are proud to announce the promotion of Jaime L. Shelton to Community Relationship Manager at the Myersville Community Office in...
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FBI Warns of NEW Malware Threat
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning that a new malware threat has rapidly infected more than half-a-million consumer devices. The FBI and security firms are urging home Internet users to reboot routers and network-attached storage devices made by a...
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