We appreciate your recent responses to what banking features are most critical to you when choosing a bank. Your responses will help us make decisions going forward and inform us of where to invest our resources. We’re listening. Here are the top responses you gave us and what we’re doing to address the areas that … read more »
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM)
Held every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) is a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure that all Americans have the resources they need to be safer and more secure online. NCSAM 2019 will emphasize personal accountability and stress the importance of taking proactive … read more »
Main Street Bank Recognized as a Top Provider of Technology in Banking Choice Awards
We’ve been recognized as a top provider of Technology in Middlesex County in the first annual Banking Choice Awards. The Banking Choice Awards – developed in conjunction with The Warren Group and Customer Experience Solutions – celebrates the many banks in Massachusetts that provide outstanding service to their customers based exclusively on customer feedback. The awards celebrate … read more »
Start Building Wealth In Your 20’s
Start Building Wealth In Your 20’s There are so many things to love about being in your 20’s; you have ample time to explore new and exciting career opportunities, and to build independence. You also have valuable time to do something that will be very important when you get older — build your wealth. Here … read more »
Getting and Using Your First Credit Card
Getting and Using Your First Credit Card A “first” credit card can be exciting, tempting and intimidating. Credit cards are a great convenience, but they are also a huge borrowing responsibility. Here are some ideas to keep in mind as you get your first credit card and begin to use it. Choosing a credit card … read more »
Don’t Get Taken by Wire Transfer Scams
Don’t Get Taken by Wire Transfer Scams (FDIC Consumer News) Using a bank or a money transfer company to “wire” funds electronically is an easy and convenient way to send cash to someone. And when consumers wire money to people they know, the transaction typically takes place without a problem. But wiring money to strangers … read more »
Smart (Phone) Ways to Simplify your Life
Smart (Phone) Ways to Simplify your Life You know it can help you take and make phone calls, access email, take pictures, surf the Web, get driving directions, and even play your favorite music. But are you aware of just how smart your smart phone really is? Today’s smart phones have features and apps available … read more »
Take a Closer Look at Mobile Banking
What’s new, how you can benefit, and how to protect yourself from security risks. With advances in technology, financial institutions are now increasingly providing customers the ability to use mobile phones for banking transactions and to pay for just about anything from a retail purchase to a restaurant bill you’re splitting with friends. “Mobile phones … read more »
The Difference Between Debit, Credit, and Prepaid Cards
Many consumers use debit, credit and prepaid cards interchangeably to purchase goods and services. However, you should be aware that these three types of cards are quite different and that each card works differently. If you use a credit card, you are borrowing money that you must pay back, in addition to interest, if you … read more »
4 Simple Steps to Enroll in e-Statements
We care about helping our customers just as much as you care about the environment! One easy way to save trees and time is to set up free e-Statements using Online Banking at Main Street Bank. To help make it easier for you, we put together a step-by-step guide for how you can enroll in … read more »