Buying a home for the first time is an exciting milestone, but it can also be a challenging one.

With a large portion of the population now vaccinated, states across the country are beginning to lift restrictions. As a small business owner, you’re likely anxious to get employees back to work and begin to move forward in a post-pandemic world. But what if your employees have hesitations about returning to the office? According to Envoy’s Return to the Workplace Report, 66 percent of respondents say they are concerned about going back into the workplace. Therefore, it’s important for small business owners to adapt to this new world or potentially risk losing valued employees. Here are some tips to help your employees feel safe and make sure your reopening goes smoothly:

If you own your home, a home equity loan or line of credit is a smart way to use the equity in your home to fund large expenses, such as home renovation projects, college tuition or a new car. Here are five tips to help you better understand home equity and get the most out of your home equity loan or line of credit.

Money. We all wish we had more of it, right? Some people dream of hitting the lottery, quitting their jobs, and moving to a remote island where they can live out their days in paradise. Yet for most people, this fantasy never comes true. But what would you do if you earned a substantial raise at work, were given a large bonus, or inherited a large sum of money? Even a small windfall can go a long way with the right savings plan in place. Here are some tips to help make your money work for you:

Like many industries, banks had to quickly pivot in 2020 due to the pandemic. From implementing new technologies at a rapid pace to shifting business models in a matter of months, banks have had to be flexible and quickly adapt to the “new normal” way of life in order to continue serving clients.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused major changes in our country, economy, and especially the real estate market. Many people are on the fence about whether now is or is not a good time to buy a home. However, there are multiple factors that make it a good market for homebuyers.

Managing a successful nonprofit is no easy task. Many organizations are faced with a thin budget, limited resources and thousands of regionally competitive groups. In order to navigate these challenges, a cooperative structure of relationships ─ from volunteers to community partners ─ is vital to ensuring that no time or money is wasted.

COVID-19 has impacted every industry, forcing organizations to adapt to the constantly changing situation. Nonprofits have been especially affected by the changes caused by COVID-19.

Nonprofits have unique banking needs. When looking to open a nonprofit bank account, organizations should do the research to find a bank that will meet their specific goals. There are dozens of banks that offer products and services for nonprofits.

Volunteering in the communities we serve is a year-round priority for us at Sandy Spring Bank, but it’s a tradition for us to end the year with a special emphasis on giving back through our Season of Sharing.