MVSB Supports Financial Education through $10,000 Donation to HOMEteam

​MVSB has contributed $10,000 to HOMEteam in support of their mission to provide greater access to quality consumer education for those seeking to buy or maintain a home. The donation follows years of financial and volunteer support for the organization, as well as for HOMEteam’s partners CATCH, NeighborWorks Southern New Hampshire and Lakes Region Community Developers. 

Photo caption (left to right): Denise Hubbard, Mortgage Loan Program Specialist, MVSB, Carol Bickford, Senior Vice President, Mortgage Lending, NHMB, Paul McLaughlin, HOMEteam Director, Carmen Lorentz, Executive Director, Lakes Region Community Developers and Rick Wyman, President, MVSB

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Meredith Village Savings Bank Supports Financial Education through $10,000 Donation to HOMEteam

Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) has once again supported HOMEteam in their mission to provide greater access to quality consumer education for those seeking to buy or maintain a home. The recent $10,000 donation follows years of financial and volunteer support for the organization, as well as HOMEteam’s partners CATCH, NeighborWorks Southern New Hampshire and Lakes Region Community Developers. 

“HOMEteam was established to help people purchase their first home, or to retain their existing home,” said Rick Wyman, President of Meredith Village Savings Bank. “The more than 60 years of combined experience from three of the state’s top performing non-profit agencies is what makes HOMEteam an ideal resource. Providing education, tools and one-on-one support helps local community members navigate the world of ownership. We are always pleased to contribute to programs that further the economic advancement of our community.”

Through a series of workshops and one-on-one counseling, among many other resources, HOMEteam helps first-time home buyers and renters, offering insight on protecting and preserving the home investment. 

“The success of the HOMEteam collaborative is a direct reflection of the incredible support we receive from our partners,” said Paul McLaughlin, HOMEteam Director. “We’re elated to be on the receiving end of such generous support from MVSB. We look forward to partnering with them as we continue providing educational services to NH residents.” 

HOMEteam’s education and resources offer New Hampshire residents across 84 towns and cities information and tools to make sound financial decisions related to purchasing, renting and maintaining a home. Through workshops and one-on-one counseling, HOMEteam helps first time home buyers navigate the mortgage process, renters save for home ownership and home owners preserve and protect the investment made in their homes. HOMEteam is an independent, non-profit membership organization that was created by a partnership between CATCH Neighborhood Housing, NeighborWorks Southern New Hampshire and Lakes Region Community Developers (formerly Laconia Area Community Land Trust) to provide a comprehensive menu of homeownership opportunities for individuals and families. For more information about HOMEteam, visit hometeamnh.org.

Unlike a stock bank, Meredith Village Savings Bank is a mutual savings bank that operates for the benefit of their depositors, borrowers and surrounding communities. As a result, the organization has remained steadfast in fostering the economic health and well-being of their community, prioritizing the values of accountability, mutuality, excellence, respect, integrity, teamwork and stewardship in all matters of business and service. 

Founded in 1869, Meredith Village Savings Bank is celebrating its 150th anniversary. For 150 years, the Bank has been serving the people, businesses, non-profits and municipalities of Central NH. To learn more, visit any of the local branch offices in Alton, Ashland, Center Harbor, Gilford, Laconia, Meredith, Moultonborough, Plymouth, Portsmouth or Wolfeboro, call 800.922.6872 or visit mvsb.com.

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