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Starting a Small Business in Northern Vermont and New Hampshire

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If you’re thinking about starting a small business in Vermont or New Hampshire, Union Bank is here to support your entrepreneurial dreams. Why start your business in Vermont or New Hampshire? Vermont and New Hampshire have much to offer to aspiring business owners. In summer 2021, New Hampshire saw a record-breaking 4.4

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Navigating the Loan Landscape: A Guide to Small Business Financing

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SBA loans offer a variety of benefits, such as more flexible lending terms, and they can be a gateway to obtaining conventional financing in the future. If you don’t already have one, you can get free help writing a business plan at one of the SBA’s Small Business Development Centers –find your nearest one in Vermont or New Hampshire here.

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Raising up nonprofits

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Members of Ledyard National Bank lend a hand to Willing Hands, a nonprofit dedicated to feeding those in need. was founded 31 years ago, it was during a time where many community banks were being purchased by larger banks. was founded 31 years ago, it was during a time where many community banks were being purchased by larger banks.

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Voices of Shelburne, VT

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In celebration of our new Shelburne Village branch recently opening, we have collected input and insights from the wonderful community of people working and living in Shelburne, Vermont. Vice President, Branch and Business Development Manager : “After more than 27 years in banking it’s good to finally work for a Vermont based bank.

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What Can a HELOC do for You? A Guide for VT & NH Homeowners

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Since 1891, Union Bank has been helping our neighbors in Vermont and New Hampshire tap into their home equity and get the most out of homeownership. If you’re unsure of your home’s value, the lending team at Union Bank can help you determine the current amount of equity in your home. When can you begin to tap into your home’s equity?

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From Farce to Menace

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Last month the NCUA’s sweeping, 167-page proposal to hand federal credit unions virtually unlimited freedom to serve almost any person of any means anywhere rightly drew an avalanche of letters from infuriated community bankers. Basically, all air-breathing mammals in the United States would qualify to be credit union members.

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Unraveling the Mysteries of Complex Investment Terms – A Guide for Real People

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Bond A bond is like lending money to a friend, but in this case, it’s to a company or government. Together, we can turn the complex world of investing into an opportunity that’s accessible and rewarding for everyone in our Vermont and New Hampshire communities.

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