SSB Bank News & Updates

What to Expect When You're Applying for a Mortgage

11/13/2018

As part of the home-buying process, your mortgage requires careful planning and consideration. If you know what to expect, it will be faster and easier than you may have imagined! Below is the checklist we developed to make the mortgage process run smoothly. At SSB Bank, we recognize that this is a daunting process, which is why we want our prospective borrowers to feel supported and prepared....

The Smarter Way to Budget

10/30/2018

As we wrap up Financial Planning Month, we want to shed some light on a word most people hate: budget.Many of us skate by without knowing how much money we're spending or where our money is going. Too many people think of a budget as a punishment, a hassle, or a diet (something temporary until you see results). A budget is not any of those things. It's a lifelong tool that sets you up for...

How to Avoid Financial Pitfalls and Plan for Success

10/1/2018

Although we believe your financial health should be a year-round focus, As Benjamin Franklin once said: "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail." Failing to take a serious, strategic look at your finances now can leave you with serious problems later. Although it may seem like many of theses things are far down the road, they are a lot closer than you may think.Start by asking yourself...

Our Interest in Pittsburgh

9/24/2018

We asked our employees… what’s the most #interesting thing about living in the Pittsburgh area? “I think Pittsburgh is interesting because, when you live here, you get a large city with a hometown feeling. There is nothing about Pittsburgh that is intimidating, the people are friendly, there is always something to do, and you feel like you are home.” – Pete Stires“Wherever I travel, when I tell...

Let's Get Personal: Banking with SSB

9/17/2018

What you do with your money is personal. It's how you reach your goals, enjoy your time, and safeguard yourself and your loved ones. We love watching as our customers - our friends and neighbors - reach big personal achievements!Here are some of the personal goals we help our clients with every day.Planning for a Happy HolidayThe holiday season is a time filled with family and joy. With a little...

HCC Rare Coin Event - October 3

9/12/2018

On October 3rd from 9:00am-4:00pm, SSB Bank will be hosting HCC Rare Coins for a day of free coin appraisals! Bring in your rare coins, uncleaned, to find out how much they are worth!No appointments are necessary to get your coins appraised. If you get here and there is a short wait, we will have beverages and some sweet treats to keep you satisfied!As if getting a free coin appraisal isn't cool...

What Makes SSB Bank More Enticing Than the Rest?

9/10/2018

Comparing banks can be as stressful as switching lanes right after the Fort Pitt Tunnel - how do you know which one you should be in? But if you know what you're looking for, choosing the right bank can be as easy-breezy as an afternoon at the Point.Here's what you need to know about how SSB Bank stacks up!We're Interested in YouAs a community bank, we take pride in the getting to know our...

Pittsburgh Charities We Love to Support

9/5/2018

September 5 is National Charity Day. Below, we are highlighting some of the fantastic Pittsburgh-based charities and organizations SSB Bank has worked with over the years.Participating in our community is an honor and privilege, but it's also our responsibility. As a local community bank, we believe in our communities and in the power of giving back. As individuals, we want to live in...

Bookbag Giveaway and Northland Public Library's 50th Anniversary

8/13/2018

Over the past few weeks, SSB's employees and customers have been gathering school supplies. The collected pens, notebooks, crayons, pencils, and craft supplies were used to fill bookbags that were then provided to local school children.The supplies we collected were able to fill all of the bookbags. Additionally, the bookbags were gone in an hour! There was a great turnout and lots of happy kids...

Taking an Interest in Community Organizations

8/6/2018

Pittsburgh is brimming with amazing organizations. These community groups have a variety of focuses, including arts and culture, youth advocacy, health and wellness, social justice, animal rights, and more.SSB Bank recognizes the importance of these groups in making Pittsburgh a better place for all of our neighbors and communities. We provide sponsorship or support to organizations who share SSB...

What Startups Mean to Pittsburgh

8/1/2018

Today, on National Startup Day, SSB Bank wants to acknowledge the exciting and innovative new businesses in Western PA. 2017 was a record year for our local startup scene, with over $687 million in investment. 2018 is likely to end even higher."Small businesses and startups power the undercurrents of any city, helping bring new ideas and talent into the community," says Andy Chan, CEO of med-tech...

ICBA and SSB Bank Offer Travel Safety Tips

7/24/2018

Whether your travels take you across the globe or across state lines, SSB Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) remind consumers to plan carefully to keep their money safe and summer vacations on track.Most financial experts advise limiting the use of cash and paying with a debit or credit card for major purchases. That’s because credit and debit cards come with additional...

SSB Supports Book Bag Giveaway in Northside

7/17/2018

On August 11th, SSB will support a great cause in its Northside neighborhood- a Book Bag Giveaway!Local Northside resident, Brandon Cherry, in conjunction with Pittsburgh Outreach Program, organized his first annual Book Bag Giveaway as a way to give back to the Northside and Pittsburgh communities. So far, Brandon has collected 350 book bags and is now collecting school supplies to fill the book...

SSB Bank Receives Community Banking Award

7/16/2018

This year, the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group ("PCRG") honored 30 years of community development in Pittsburgh at it's annual Community Development Summit on May 15-16, 2018. Since its inception in 2011, PCRG has hosted this annual awards ceremony to recognize and honor those members of the community working to make a positive impact on Pittsburgh’s urban core. During the Summit, PCRG...

SSB Voted Best Bank and Best Loan Provider!

6/29/2018

In April, readers of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette in the North, South, East and West had the opportunity to nominate their favorite spots across the city as a "Fan Favorite". They could choose their favorite breakfast spot, hair salon, bank, gym and more. The top nominees in each category across each geographical region, were then in the running to become a 2018 Pittsburgh Fan Favorite.Votes were...