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Prime Interest
A Bank of the West Newsletter January 2015
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Where's Sparky?
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Sparky, our cute little Bank of the West car, is parked somewhere in the northern portion of the metroplex in the picture below. If you are the first person to email us the correct business name & location where Sparky is parked, you will
WIN a $25.00 gift card!
Please click on the link below and email us your guess, along with your contact information and you could be the lucky winner!
Hint: This business offers services at the
Main corner for Health & Protection... although pro-"claiming" it will be to your advantage to call them if your vehicle does the "disco" in ...... !
Bank of the West Employees and employees & family members of business where picture is taken are not eligible for this contest.
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Bank of the West wishes our customers, families and friends a happy and prosperous 2015!
 As we begin the New Year, we all approach it with a sense of hope and continued blessing. May you, your families and your community find much opportunity and success in the year that lies ahead. We hope to help you make your goals achievable by providing the best personal
financial support and being a partner
on your road to success.
Sincerely, Gary & Cynthia Blankenship
Chairman/CEO and Vice Chairman/COO
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Exciting News!! Announcing our NEW MOBILE APP
is Available NOW!
Our NEW Bank of the West Mobile App is available for download to your Android or iPhone devices.
Banking just became easier and more convenient at Bank of the West with Mobiliti!
Balance Inquiries
| Transfer between accounts
| Obtain transaction history
| Pay Bills
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You can become MOBILE with Bank of the West.
You can access our new Mobile App NOW by logging in to Consumer Online Banking from the Bank of the West website, click on Enroll Now, and follow the instructions to download the App. It's that simple!
Questions? For Mobile Banking FAQ's click here or contact your local branch or a customer service representative today at 877.310.3511.
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Bank Vice Chair/COO Appointed to Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) Advisory Board
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Cynthia Blankenship
Vice Chairman/COO
Bank of the West
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Cynthia Blankenship, Vice Chairman/COO for Bank of the West was appointed to serve on the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board, continuing her long standing commitment to community involvement in Grapevine and the communities in which we live and work. Composed of seven appointed members, The Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board acts in a general advisory capacity in matters relating to the Convention & Visitors Bureau, including budget preparation and evaluation of the effectiveness of convention and tourist programs. Meetings are held monthly to evaluate agenda items and make recommendations to the city council.
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Bank Participates in Grapevine
Holiday Parade of Lights
Thousands of excited children and adults lined Main Street Grapevine for the Annual Holiday Parade of Lights this past December. The largest lighted Christmas parade in North Texas is a Grapevine tradition which featured more than 100 lighted floats and marching bands. Bank of the West was excited to take part in the parade this year with two different entrants.
Gary and Cynthia Blankenship, Chairman/CEO & Vice Chairman/COO of Bank of the West were honored to ride in the first vehicle of the parade as the reigning Citizens of the Year. This award was presented to them for their outstanding support, involvement and contributions to Grapevine.
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Citizens of the Year
Gary & Cynthia Blankenship
Chairman/CEO & Vice Chairman/COO,
Bank of the West
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The Bank was also thrilled to enter our Vintage 1932 fully restored GMC Farm Truck in the parade. Riding in the truck were Mike Pearce, Corporate President and his wife Catherine, along with 5 of their wide-eyed and excited grandchildren. Many thanks to our drivers, Dave and Miles, who restored the truck.
Bank of the West vintage 1932 GMC Farm Truck dresses up for a trip down Main Street Grapevine during the Holiday Parade of Lights.
Grandchildren of Corporate President Mike Pearce enjoy the festivities and riding in the Holiday Parade.
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Bank Receives Pinnacle Award from Small Business Administration (SBA)
January is the month when the SBA honors its lenders for their hard work during the previous year. For the third year in a row, Bank of the West is the recipient of the Pinnacle Award as the #1 7(a) Volume Lender in the Small Business Category for the Dallas District.
Lee Ely, SR VP SBA Lending for Bank of the West will proudly accept the bank honors during the NTAGGL Luncheon on January 21 at the Las Colinas Country Club. Ely states," The bank has enjoyed the relationship it has built with the SBA over the past 25 years. As an Independent Community Bank, we are very proud of our strong presence as an SBA Preferred Lender in the Dallas and Ft. Worth areas."
Bank of the West was also ranked #6 overall in total loan volume out of the 132 banks that do business with the Dallas District Office, following only the larger National Banks.
We are a "Preferred SBA Lender"...
What does this mean to you as the borrower?
As a designated "Preferred Lender" with the SBA, Bank of the West is able to streamline the procedures necessary to provide financial  assistance to the small business community. The SBA has delegated the final credit decision and most servicing, liquidation authority and responsibility to Preferred Lenders, such as Bank of the West.
Why are we proud to be an SBA Preferred Lender?
Banks are considered and approved for the Preferred Lender Program (PLP) based on their record with the SBA and we are proud to demonstrate a proficiency in processing and servicing SBA-Guaranteed loans.
Where do we provide SBA loans?
Bank of the West has a target market mainly in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex but does entertain state wide requests from its existing customer base.
Who can you contact to answer questions and discuss an SBA loan opportunity?
Our professional, seasoned SBA loan officers are here to assist you and answer any questions you may have about SBA loans. We welcome the opportunity to visit with you and discuss any loan needs you may have now or in the future.
It's that easy... It's that personal!
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Does Money Lingo
Make Your Head Spin?
From APR to 401K, there are so many acronyms in the financial world it can get confusing. We found a guide that will outline the most common terms you will hear and what they really mean.
Don't know whether you should pay attention to the APR or interest rate?
Do you know what a mutual fund is and how it can help you save for retirement?
This simple guide will explain everything to you in simple terms that won't leave you scratching your head.
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Mortgage Questions?
 We Can Help with the Answers
GSB Mortgage, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of the West, is a full service mortgage company that prides itself in providing the highest quality financial services to consumers. We specialize in servicing Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma regions and strive to develop the most effective custom programs for each individual borrower's needs. We consider ourselves a leader when it comes to introducing new, emerging products in the market to provide our customers with optimum service. It is our mission at GSB Mortgage, Inc. to provide high quality mortgage programs at the most competitive rates in the country.
"Professional Values, Mortgage Solutions"
Visit us at gsbmtg.com or call us today at 817.310.1980
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Your Wallet is Missing, Now What?
It happens to almost all of us at some point, unfortunately - your wallet, checkbook or purse is either lost or stolen. The key to mitigating potential damage that may result, which can range from unauthorized charges to identity theft, is to take immediate action. It's important to know the contents of your wallet - including all credit cards, health insurance cards, gift cards, etc. and the contact number provided on the back of each. Click Here to review the steps to take if you ever find yourself in this undesirable situation.
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Quote of the Day
"What the new year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the new year."
Vern McLellan
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