How to Prepare for Natural Disasters

Wildfires in the West. Hurricanes in the East. Ground-shaking earthquakes in Alaska. Intense flooding along the coast. White-out blizzards in the Northeast. Intense tornadoes in the South. It does not matter where you are located in the United States, you likely face...

Financial Protections for Military Personnel and Their Families

We here at Somerville Bank salute and appreciate each and every servicemember – whether past or present. We also extend our appreciation to the families of our servicemembers for their sacrifices and contributions to the liberties and freedoms that we experience in...
Do I Need a Bank Account?

Do I Need a Bank Account?

In short, yes, you need a bank account. According to statistics, approximately 7 million households in the United States do not have a bank account. If you are an individual that has yet to get your account, now is the time. Not only will this help protect your money,...
You Are at Immediate Risk of Becoming a Victim of Identity Theft

You Are at Immediate Risk of Becoming a Victim of Identity Theft

Many people believe that becoming a victim of identity theft is rare; however, statistics associated with this crime indicate that most are at immediate risk. Identity theft poses many challenges directly to consumers as criminals that commit these crimes continue to...

How to Get a Free Credit Report

As a consumer, you are entitled to receive a free copy of your credit report once every twelve months from each of the credit reporting companies, TransUnion, Equifax, and Experian. The easiest method is to go on the internet to annualcreditreport.com. You may also...