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How to Stay Safe from Purchase Scams on the Internet

February 20, 2024

Posted in Security Updates

Online shopping has become increasingly popular, offering convenience and a wide array of products at your fingertips. However, with the rise of online shopping, there’s also been an increase in online shopping traps and scams. Scammers use various tactics to trick shoppers into parting with their money or personal information. In this article, we’ll explore …

Know How to Recognize and Avoid Scams

February 20, 2024

Posted in Security Updates

If something or someone seems “too good to be true”, there’s a good chance they’re trying to scam you. They will try to be personal, but something is off — Online scammers will pretend to be a friend or family member to quickly gain your trust, but they aren’t. Imposter scam These scammers will contact …

How Online Banking Can Help You Budget Better

January 30, 2024

Posted in News

With easy-to-access data, convenient automatic transfers, and a variety of ways to organize your money, online banking can revolutionize the way you budget. Here’s a look at a few easy tips to help you budget better with the power of technology. Set up sub-accounts Even if you’re putting money away in a savings account, it …

Has your family been dreaming of a new home?

January 30, 2024

Posted in News

Consider using your income tax refund towards your move to homeownership! Tax refunds make a great source of funds for the downpayment or closing costs. Buying a home is easier than you might think. For some potential homebuyers it can be a struggle to come up with the down payment they need to qualify for …

Advice for Safely Sharing Business Credit Cards with Employees

January 30, 2024

Posted in News

If you’ve got a growing enterprise, you may want to give your staff members the power to make purchases. Whether they’re wining and dining clients or buying paint brushes and flooring to fix up an investment property, a business credit card can give your employees a convenient way to make transactions on behalf of your …

Commercial Loan

January 24, 2024

Posted in Customer Focus

“When we decided to expand our facility, our FNBM banker visited our site to see exactly what we had planned and we were able to secure the financing we needed. Her attention to detail and familiarity with our business were critical factors in accomplishing our goals.”

Timothy L., Longstreet Industrial

Treasury Management

January 24, 2024

Posted in Customer Focus

“Thanks to the team at First National Bank of Michigan, our incidence of check fraud has dropped to zero since we implemented Positive Pay. It’s a simple and easy to use fraud prevention tool.”

Celeste B., AMF Manufacturing

Sara Amy Joins First National Bank of Michigan

January 17, 2024

Posted in In the News

KALAMAZOO, MI- First National Bank of Michigan (“FNBM”) continues to expand its banking team of local industry experts by hiring Sara Amy to complement its residential lending efforts in its various markets. Ms. Amy joined First National Bank of Michigan in July 2023 with over 25 years of banking experience. Before joining FNBM, Sara served …

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