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Stillman Bank Announces 2023 Promotions

Stillman Bank Announces 2023 Promotions Thomas R. Hughes, President & CEO of Stillman BancCorp N.A., along with the Board of Directors have moved to promote the following bank employees: Melissa S. Morphey, Chief Credit Officer Melissa joined Stillman Bank in 2015 as a Credit Analyst and was promoted to Senior Credit Analyst in 2020. She… Read More

Don’t Get Scammed! Warning Signs to Look Out for When Hiring a Contractor

Don’t Get Scammed! Warning Signs to Look Out for When Hiring a Contractor There are hundreds of legitimate, ethical contractors in business around Northern Illinois. Unfortunately, there are also scam artists who pose as legitimate contractors. These “fly-by-night” operators often show up in communities impacted by natural disasters to scam distressed homeowners into paying for… Read More

Renae Stevens Joins Stillman Bank as Retail Office Manager

Renae Stevens Joins Stillman Bank as Retail Office Manager Stillman Bank is pleased to welcome Renae Stevens as Retail Office Manager, according to Thomas Hughes, President & CEO. With nearly 30 years of banking experience, Stevens has served in a variety of roles throughout her career including Teller, Personal Banker, Cash Management Services, Branch Manager,… Read More

FHA vs. Freddie Mac: Affordable Home Programs Compared

FHA vs. Freddie Mac: Affordable Home Programs Compared As housing costs continue to rise, so does the need for affordable mortgage financing. Thankfully, affordable options are expanding to keep up with the diverse needs of first-time and repeat buyers. In fact, you probably hear more about low-down payment mortgages today than ever before. Internet search… Read More

How To Use Cybersecurity in Your Everyday Life

How To Use Cybersecurity in Your Everyday Life How many internet-connected devices do you have in your home? While these devices make our lives easier, they also make us easy targets for cybercriminals. So, whether you are connecting to the internet through social media, online shopping, or listening to music on a smart speaker, here… Read More