Skip to main content.
Logo: FDIC FDIC-Insured - Backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government
Best Practices for Business Fraud Prevention and Being a Scam-Savvy Consumer

3/23/2023

The age of communication and information overload has brought with it a stealth and significant risk: a seemingly endless supply of phishing, fraud and scams. We’ve all gotten – and hopefully ignored or reported – emails about an unexpected inheritance or robotic phone messages about an extended car warranty. But, when it comes to operating a business, the stakes can be even higher.

3 Steps To Position Your Product in the Proper Market Context

2/6/2019

Successful businesses know that having a good product is only part of the battle. Even if you are the best at what you do, that could mean very little if your brand is unable to set itself apart from the competition and capture customers. Positioning your product in the proper market context can help with that.

5 Ways to Decrease Costs for Your Company

2/6/2019

With a bit of thought and creativity, you can decrease costs for your business in ways that won’t disrupt your goals or productivity. In fact, careful cost-cutting could even help your company operate more efficiently and serve customers more effectively.

Top Accounting Challenges for Most Businesses

2/4/2019

No matter what sector your business is in, proper accounting is crucial to your success. There are a variety of options you can choose from to help you manage your money, but none are completely perfect. Consider these common challenges businesses like yours often face while tracking financial operations and transactions throughout the year.

5 Ways to Protect Your Business From Account Fraud

10/13/2016

Companies should train employees about safe internet use and the warning signs of this fraud, because they are the first line of defense.

6 Cybersecurity Tips for Business Owners

3/25/2014

If you own a business, your list of stressors is probably vast: Sales, employee turnover, competition — so the last thing you want to worry about is your cybersecurity. Nevertheless, it’s important to establish an official security plan.

FAQs

We offer business loans. Please call one of our Business Loan Officers at an office near you.

Find a North Shore Bank office, ATM or loan center near you.

View our Business Account Opening Checklist to find out what you'll need to provide prior to opening a Business Banking account.

North Shore Bank offers a Business Debit Card Reward program and when a Business signs up for the Easy Savings program, you will receive an automatic rebate posted to your card’s account when you use your North Shore Bank Debit Mastercard at any of the participating merchants.

The Corporate Transparency Act requires many companies doing business in the United States to report information about the individuals who ultimately own or control them. The law was passed to curb illicit finance and protect U.S. national security. Learn more.