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Understand the financial basics of managing a small business.
These accounts store your savings, but also add to it by accruing interest.
Discover ways to help protect your business from check fraud.
We're thrilled to support future healthcare professionals in Upstate NY.
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Eric Marks has joined as SVP, Chief Consumer Banking Officer of the Bank.
March 3, 2025
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company News
Introducing our new chief Information officer
We are proud to announce that Christopher Campise has joined as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer of the Bank.
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Introducing our new chief marketing officer
We are proud to announce that Blake Jones has joined as a Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer of Five Star Bank.
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introducing our new Chief Information Security Officer
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Financial Institutions, Inc. announced and closed the sale of the assets of its wholly-owned subsidiary SDN Insurance Agency, LLC to NFP Property & Casualty Services, Inc., a subsidiary of NFP Corp.
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home & mortgage
planning for a down payment
How much should you save for a down payment?
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buying a house with little to no credit
Can you buy a house with little or no credit?
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new house vs. new home improvements
Is it better to buy new or renovate your current home?
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Basic Tips to Keep Your Account Safe
Ways to Protect Your Business from Malware
ways to Stop Identity Thieves from Getting Your Information
Protecting your security online by masking your identity from criminals.
Conduct an Annual Security Review
Review your business account security measures and make improvements for the new year ahead.
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What Qualifies as A Strong Password?
Protect Your Online Accounts from Phishing
How To Respond to Unauthorized account Transactions
What to do when you notice suspicious activity on your account.
community highlights
Expanding Health Care Access in Upstate NY
Five Star Bank and the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) announced an innovative partnership intended to expand health care access in rural communities in Upstate New York.
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Five Star Bank and the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) announced an innovative partnership intended to expand health care access in rural communities in Upstate New York.
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Proud to Support Shea's Performing Arts Center
Five Star Bank is excited to support Shea’s Performing Arts Center and serve as title sponsor of the Five Star Bank 2023-24 Broadway Season at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre.
From September 23 to September 27, hundreds of our Five Star and Courier Capital associates joined forces to support a variety of causes that have direct positive impacts on our communities.
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Financial Education
establishing banking basics
investing in your future
financing higher education
Learn about financing higher education, preparing for graduation, and beginning a career.
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Personal Finance
Business Resources & Advice
Smart Ways to Allocate Your Business' Profits
How can you put your revenue to work for your business?
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Short-Term vs. Long-Term Business Loans
Get the financial help you need for your business.
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Financial wellness for families
Auto & Transportation
What Happens After You Pay Off a Loan?
Here’s what you need to know once you’ve made the final loan payment.
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What to Do If You Can’t Make Your Car Payments
Falling behind on your auto loan? Consider these solutions.
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Making a meaningful difference.
Explore the positive impact we’re creating in our communities.