Category: Business Finance

Fraud Prevention Tips for Businesses

Man reviewing business documents

Every business can be a victim of fraud, so it’s important to be proactive and aware of the best ways to protect your company. Read our top four tips to help prevent business fraud. .. 4 Ways to Protect Your Business from Fraud 1. Use Positive Pay to deter check fraud. Positive Pay is an… Read more »

Success Story: B-K Root Beer Stand

B-K Root Beer Stand

There’s something irresistible about an old-fashioned root beer stand, and Clark Monroe, owner of B-K Root Beer Stand in Troy, agrees.  For 37 years, Clark and his wife Lisa have run the stand, which opened a new location off County Rd. 25A in 2000. From root beer floats to signature Spanish hot dogs, the stand… Read more »

On the Grow with Monroe Grounds Maintenance

Evan and Eric Monroe of Monroe Grounds Maintenance

In 2004, Evan and Eric Monroe, twin brothers with a vision, kick-started their snow removal business right after graduating high school. Little did they know the incredible journey that awaited them. “We started plowing snow right out of high school, and it grew from there,” said Evan and Eric. “We both went into law enforcement… Read more »

Success Story: Francis Furniture

Francis Furniture Building

Francis Furniture is a fourth-generation family business dating back to 1935, and they pride themselves on providing friendly customer service and high-quality products to local communities. They also value the personal relationships they’ve established over the years, including their partnership with Minster Bank. Learn more about how Minster Bank has played a role in the… Read more »

4 Tips to Protect Your Business From Identity Theft

Unfortunately, identity theft can happen to anyone, including businesses. It’s helpful to take steps to protect your business from identity theft and potential data loss. Knowing what to do in case of suspected identity theft is also important.  Review our blog to find tips to help safeguard your business and data. We’ve also included resources… Read more »

A Small Business Partner: Success Stories

Photo collage featuring five of Minster Bank's small business partners.

When you’re starting a business or looking to expand, you need a bank who loves your business as much as you do. Below, we’ve curated 10 snippets of a few of our success stories through the years.  Keep reading to hear why these customers chose Minster Bank and why they continue to bank with us… Read more »

How to Manage Cash Flow for Your Small Business

Female small business owner researches ways to manage cash flow.

For your small business to be as successful as possible, you need to have a firm grasp on cash flow.  Understanding your cash flow and how to manage it is essential for both long-term stability and confronting issues in the short term.  Read on to learn more about cash management and how you can improve… Read more »