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Buying a Home / Budgeting

How A Home Equity Loan Can Help You Tackle A Renovation

Abbie Dyer - Jun 13, 2022 9:17:16 AM

As the housing market remains competitive and mortgage rates1 begin to fluctuate, many people are reconsidering their plans to move this year. Instead, some people are looking for ideas to spruce up...

Member stories / Small Business / Lake Trust News

Serving Up Bold Flavors At Bao Boys

Abbie Dyer - May 3, 2022 9:29:00 AM

Brian K. and Steven C. started Bao Boys, a popular food truck in York Yard, to share their love of food with the Ann Arbor community. Bao, or baozi, is a steamed bun with a fluffy, pillowy texture....

Member stories / Small Business / Lake Trust News

A Passion For Fashion at Bleu Bowtique

Abbie Dyer - Feb 18, 2022 11:06:56 AM

Ne’Gyle B. knows that a good outfit can set the tone for your entire day. The color, cut, style, pattern, and material of your clothing can help express who you are as an individual. And when you...

Foundation / Scholarships / Lake Trust News

5 Great Reasons To Apply For A Lake Trust Foundation Scholarship

Abbie Dyer - Feb 17, 2022 9:58:00 PM

As new calendars are pinned to our walls, it’s a visual reminder that it’s time for a fresh start. Now that a new year has finally arrived, maybe it’s time for a change. Maybe it’s time to invest in...

Financial Safety

Tax Season Security Tips And How To Recognize Potential Tax Scams

Abbie Dyer - Feb 4, 2022 1:30:00 PM

Each year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) warns taxpayers to be on the lookout for scams and potential fraud. Tax time is prime season for criminals who hope to gain money or personal...

Lake Trust Employees / Giving Back / Lake Trust News

Volunteer Day Shows How Lake Trust Is Powered By Good

Abbie Dyer - Oct 19, 2021 9:39:11 AM

Through the challenges of the past year, it has become more important than ever to look out for one another. Share kindness. And recognize needs in our community. For our fourth annual team volunteer...

Savings Tips / Financial Life Planning / Credit scores / Budgeting / Refinancing

7 Easy Ideas To Help You Reach Your Savings Goals

Abbie Dyer - Oct 12, 2021 3:20:00 PM

Every person has a unique financial situation, but that doesn’t mean you’re alone on your journey to financial wellness. One common goal we often hear from our members is the desire to save more....

Foundation / Giving Back / community partners / Lake Trust News

Impact Takes All Of Us: How Our Yearly Golf Invitational Makes A Difference

Abbie Dyer - Sep 24, 2021 7:06:00 PM

A beautiful sunrise greeted volunteers from Team Lake Trust and staff members from Barton Hills Country Club on the morning of the 9th annual Lake Trust Foundation Invitational. Shortly after,...

Foundation / Member stories / Be Yourself / Scholarships / Lake Trust News

LaToya’s Story: From Scholarship Recipient To Recent Graduate

Abbie Dyer - Aug 31, 2021 9:32:43 AM

When each of us has power, we all have power. To pursue our dreams. And inspire others to follow their dreams too. LaToya W., a 2019 Lake Trust Foundation scholarship recipient, found her power as a...

Foundation / Giving Back / community partners / Lake Trust News

$40,000 Donated To Michigan Housing Nonprofits Through Home Loan Giveback Program

Abbie Dyer - Jul 13, 2021 10:54:30 AM

Home. It’s more than a place; it’s a feeling too. And together, we can create the feeling of home for more people in Michigan. Through our home loan giveback program, $100 was donated to the Lake...


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