Considering a Business Merger or Acquisition? Jun 30th, 2025 by: Regan Godderz At this year’s Hillcrest Bank Growth Summit, we had the opportunity to listen in on an insightful panel featuring Chad Gardiner, Managing Director at Bridgepoint Investment Banking; Michael Bennett, Managing Director at Crewe Capital; and James Morgan, Managing Director at Forbes Partners. Their discussion centered on how business owners can thoughtfully position themselves for mergers ... 3 min read Read More
In Focus: Business Trends, Fraud Prevention, and Community Impact Jun 5th, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Protect Your Business from Check Fraud with Positive Pay Fraud attempts are growing more sophisticated—and more frequent. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers lost more than $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024, a 25% increase from the previous year. Positive Pay is a powerful tool that helps you automatically detect and stop check fraud ... 2 min read Read More
Three Things to Avoid When You’re Pre-Qualified May 7th, 2025 by: Kitty Tankard Few life events compare to the excitement of buying your first home. It’s a significant step financially, so make sure you avoid these pitfalls once you’re pre-qualified for your mortgage: 1. Don’t take on any new debt. When you’re getting ready to move, it’s easy to get excited picking out the new furniture and home ... 2 min read Read More
How Business Owners Can Avoid Vendor Fraud Apr 30th, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Outsourcing takes trust – trust that the vendor will maintain the same level of client service, uphold your quality standards, and keep your information safe. When this trust is exploited by fraudsters, it can lead to financial losses and even damage to your hard-earned reputation. As a business owner, it’s important to take measures against ... 3 min read Read More
How Marketing Can Elevate Your Small Business Apr 29th, 2025 by: Kitty Tankard How Marketing Can Elevate Your Small Business Small businesses often encounter unique challenges when attracting customers and competing in the market. Limited resources, budget constraints, and a smaller customer base requires intelligent and effective marketing strategies. And that will look different for every small business, depending on your goals, budget, target audience, and product. One ... 4 min read Read More
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