by Nicole Andrino | Oct 27, 2025
The holidays should bring joy. However, when every trip to the grocery store or gas station feels more expensive than the last, the season can also bring a heavy dose of stress. In 2025, 67% of Americans report living paycheck to paycheck. Even households with steady...
by Shelby Mathews | Jan 10, 2025
We are excited to announce we are converting to a new online and mobile banking experience. This upgrade will allow you to take more control over your finances, access and move funds with ease, and have a convenient, simple banking experience. Below are a few changes...
by Nicole Andrino | Oct 4, 2024
From left to right: Lisa Moates (Senior Loan Officer/Insurance Specialist), Nicole Andrino (Marketing Specialist), Kay Wood (Volunteer and Winner of Pay it Forward Prize), Mike Christian (VP of Human Resources), and Nikki Black (Mortgage Loan Manager) Bowater Credit...
by Nicole Andrino | Sep 11, 2024
“Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) services have become increasingly popular, offering a tempting alternative to credit cards. A 2022 report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau found that from 2019 to 2021, the number of BNPL loans originated in the U.S. by...
by Nicole Andrino | Jul 30, 2024
From left to right: Nikki Black (Mortgage Manager), Paulette Jones (President of the Historical Society), Henry Ricker (Board Member of the Historical Society), Jason Laymon (Volunteer and Winner of Pay it Forward Prize), Nicole Andrino (Marketing Specialist), and...
by Nicole Andrino | May 22, 2024
The Athens Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Hendon Hooker will be the speaker for the 17th Annual Benefit on June 22 at McMinn County High School. Tickets are available by calling the chamber at 423-745-0334 or visiting...
