http://siuslawblog.com It's All About the Relationship... Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:34:34 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en In these times, it is prudent to be armed with information to help consumers ward off loan scams.“Many Americans are being targeted by scams that promise to help them avoid foreclosure or refinance their existing mortgage to a lower rate,” said Fawnda Thompson, assistant vice president and manager with Siuslaw ... http://siuslawblog.com/2009/08/05/tips-to-help-guide-consumers-against-loan-scams/ With the economic downturn there has been more than enough news about commercial banks and the struggles they face to survive.  Whether it be CNN, Fox News, your local newspaper or favorite blog, it seems that everyone is talking about what is going to happen to the banking system during ... http://siuslawblog.com/2009/06/24/where-are-the-credit-unions/ More than 150 Siuslaw Financial Group employees, officers, directors and guests gathered at the Florence Elks Lodge on Saturday, January 17, to celebrate Siuslaw Bank’s 45th Anniversary.The evening included a buffet dinner, brief history of Siuslaw Bank, employee introductions, and awards for those with milestone anniversaries or outstanding accomplishments. Carl ... http://siuslawblog.com/2009/01/26/siuslaw-bank-celebrates-45-years/ [Editor’s Note: Siuslaw Bank is FDIC-insured. The following summary has been issued by the FDIC and can be found on their website at www.fdic.gov.]“The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is an independent agency of the United States government that protects against the loss of insured deposits if an FDIC-insured bank ... http://siuslawblog.com/2008/11/19/fdic-deposit-insurance-coverage/ Given the turbulent financial market, the unusual rate environment and the media’s 24/7 coverage of this topic, we’ve prepared answers to some commonly asked questions to assure our customers that their deposits are safe.Are my deposits safe with Siuslaw Bank?Your deposits are safe at Siuslaw Bank.  All deposits are FDIC-insured ... http://siuslawblog.com/2008/09/22/presidents-letter-lonnie-iholts-talking-points-for-concerned-customers/ The Spring 2008 issue of FDIC Consumer News is a special edition entitled "Money Tips for All Ages: Your Finances at Different Stages of Life." It features practical suggestions for everyone plus special recommendations for teens through retirees. The FDIC encourages financial institutions, financial educators and other interested parties to ... http://siuslawblog.com/2008/08/27/the-fdic-publishes-money-tips-for-all-ages-and-different-stages-of-life/ June is National Homeownership Month and now is a great time to become a homeowner! Buying a home is a complicated process, and it can be particularly intimidating for the first-timer. Siuslaw Mortgage believes that purchasing your home should be an exciting experience, not a stressful one. We’ve compiled a helpful ... http://siuslawblog.com/2008/06/13/june-is-national-homeownership-month/ Siuslaw Bank will join community bankers throughout the nation to celebrate the month of April as Community Banking Month. This year community bankers will make a collective effort to inform the public of the important economic and social contributions local banks make in their communities. Siuslaw Bank will focus on educating ... http://siuslawblog.com/2008/04/04/april-is-community-banking-month/ Above: Coins collected for a previous Tons of Change event  Will a Guinness Book for World Records award take place on Saturday, April 5? Our sources say yes. On Saturday, April 5 Siuslaw Bank’s Cottage Grove office will host the official weigh-in for the Boys & Girls Clubs’ “Tons of Change” campaign. Siuslaw ... http://siuslawblog.com/2008/04/04/tons-of-change/ On Thursday, February 21st, Siuslaw Bank employees said "thank you" to local builders and realtors by giving an appreciation party in their honor! The event was held at the Valley River Village branch, where a great time was had by all. (Above, left to right) Barbara Newman, Judy Gould, and Virginia Brooks (all from ... http://siuslawblog.com/2008/02/29/builder-appreciation-party/