Even as we suddenly find ourselves living in a world of uncertainty, there's still so much to be thankful for. We may even be in a position to give back to the causes we care about through...

Making a monthly budget is an important step if you want to take control of your finances. Some people feel that budgeting is synonymous with Friday nights at home scrolling through Instagram and...

This spring, life looks a little different in cities and towns across America. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, restaurant patios remain empty, streets are quiet, and playgrounds are...

It’s a new year and it’s time for a fresh start. If you’ve been thinking about going to school (or even going back to school), this might be a perfect time. Since 2013, the Lake Trust Foundation...

When you’re shopping on so many different websites, it’s tempting to just use the same username and password for everything. After all, who can remember 20 different login credentials? However,...

The alarm clock blares on another Monday morning. You roll out of bed and grab a teal t-shirt with a bright neon yellow arrow on it. It’s not your typical work outfit, but this isn’t a typical...

It’s a sunny afternoon and the warmth in the air follows you when you enter the brick building. A Frank Sinatra tune fills the room and familiar faces greet you by name. As you wait in...

With home buying season in full swing, most people aren’t just looking for the right home—they’re looking for the perfect neighborhood too. We’re committed to making Michigan neighborhoods...

Near the corner of Ann Arbor Road and Lilley Road in the charming community of Plymouth, our newest Lake Trust branch—which opened earlier this month—marks a new stage of growth as we continue our...

In our busy lives, the convenience of carrying a debit or credit card fits well in our lifestyles. But many of us question the benefit of this convenience with concerns about safety and card...