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With Easter approaching, we’ve got eggs on the brain – but not necessarily the kind you might be thinking of. No, today we’re thinking about ‘nest eggs,’ and how you can start contributing to yours.

The holiday season is already upon us! And that means it’s more important than ever to keep a watchful eye on your finances.

Are you interested in increasing your monthly retirement savings?

Saving money can be compared to a New Year's resolution. It's easy to say but harder to do.

During tough economic times, saving money is even more important, although it can seem difficult. Here are some ideas to help you and your family curb spending and save for a rainy day.

Martha Graves has banked with North Country Savings Bank for so long, it was called Canton Savings and Loan when she and her husband Carmen opened their first account in the 1950s.

If you’re looking for some extra cash for one reason or another, you’re probably discovering that there are a variety of loan types out there, including one called a home equity loan.

First off, what is home equity? Home equity is the difference between your home's value and the amount you still owe. Homes, unlike cars or boats, naturally gain equity over time, especially if you, the homeowner, do any sort of work on it to increase the value.

Remember those popular television commercials about identity theft? You know, where the 50-year-old man's voice is substituted with that of a young female who went on a shopping spree after emptying his bank account because "it's not like I'm actually paying for it, hahaha".

Summer is traditionally a time to let loose and enjoy carefree evenings and fun-filled weekends. Unfortunately, the nicer weather can be hard on finances. Between family vacations and weekly fun, summer expenses tend to add up quickly and create a dent in your hard-earned savings.

Banks Never Ask That Follow our advice and protect yourself from falling victim to identity theft or credit card fraud.

Winter in the North County is one of our favorite seasons, a time when falling snow means new adventures, and hot cocoa is an everyday kind of treat.