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First Independence Bank: USDA Rural Development Programs
What First Independence Bank wants you to know about USDA Rural Development Programs Detroit is a bustling city that features many amenities expected in an urban setting. There’s bright lights,...
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First Independence Bank offers non-warrantable condo program
Are you having problems purchasing a “non-warrantable” condominium? If so, First Independence Bank offers a viable solution. For clarity, let’s first offer a working definition of what constitutes a...
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Ask the Doctor: PTSD – Not just for veterans
PTSD – Not just for veterans A recent question came from the mother of a child who was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. She was confused because she thought that was related to...
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First Independence Bank explains the mortgage process
What you need to know during the mortgage application process Are you are thinking about purchasing a home, or refinancing a home? If so, First Independence Bank wants you to know exactly what...
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A Story of Michael Squirewell and Lt. Governor Brian Calley
Human decency should trump political ideology. There is a tremendous amount of human need in Michigan, America and around the globe. People with power can do much good or they can look the other way...
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First Independence Bank offers alternatives to PMI
PMI are three letters that some potential homebuyers will hear from a perspective lender. PMI stands for private mortgage insurance, and most homebuyers would prefer not to pay it, especially since...
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Ask the Doctor: Heroin Problem in Michigan
Question: Someone I know just died of a heroin overdose. What is being done about the heroin problem in Michigan, if anything? Answer: A lot of people saw the recent story from East Liverpool, Ohio...
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Detroit diversity is good for business – 89th Annual NBA Conference
National Bankers Association hosts 89th Annual Convention in the city Diversity in business was the main topic of the National Bankers Association’s 89th annual convention held on Oct. 4 in Detroit at...
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Ask the Doctor: The Crossroads between Race and Mental Health
Question: I’m a person of color, but I’m afraid of getting help because of how my people have been treated historically. How can I know that it’s safe for me to get the help I need? What a powerful...
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UAW-Ford makes unprecedented $1.5 Million deposit to First Independence Bank
Richard Zamojski, president and COO; Barry Clay, chairman and CEO; Rhonda Pugh, vice president, Treasury Management; Jeffery Sugg, vice president and CFO, and Jimmy Settles, vice president of UAW Ford...
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Ask the Doctor: Trauma Triggers
Question: I keep seeing the words “trigger” and “trauma.” This was never a problem when I was growing up. What’s going on here? It is true that Trauma, Triggers, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder...
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First Independence announces new Board of Directors
First Independence Bank and First Independence Corporation announced the following individuals were recently appointed to the Board of Directors: Linda Forte, retired SVP, Business Affairs, Comerica...
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Best in Black: Restaurant Nominations
The Michigan Chronicle and Radio One’s first annual Best in Black Awards gives metro-Detroiters the chance to vote in over 40 categories for the best black churches, businesses, entrepreneurs,...
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Earvin “Magic” Johnson and The Magic Johnson Foundation host third annual...
DETROIT, FLINT & LANSING, NOVEMBER 19th & 20th – The Magic Johnson Foundation returns to Michigan for their “Holiday Hope” events. For the third straight year the event will take place in...
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Michigan Chronicle accepting nominations for 40 Under 40 awards
The Michigan Chronicle is now accepting nominations for the 2016 Forty under 40 awards. For the past five years, the Michigan Chronicle has recognized 40 of southeastern Michigan’s best and brightest...
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LOVE’S HOLIDAY – WHO’S LOVING YOU!
A Conversation and Lunch with Iyanla Vanzant Birmingham – This Valentine’s Day, the incomparable Iyanla Vanzant will converse with a select group about the power of self-love surrounding the world’s...
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Ask the Doctor: How to handle post-election depression and despair
How to handle post-election depression and despair It’s a week after the 2016 U.S. presidential election and people’s responses run the gamut from joy and celebration, to depression and despair. Those...
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Center for Individual and Family Counseling Commemorates 25th anniversary
The Center for Individual and Family Counseling is celebrating its 25-year anniversary. CIFC is a comprehensive counseling center with a core focus of fostering healthy families and individuals through...
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Dr. Roberta Hughes Wright: First at First Independence Bank
Founder, wife, mother, author, attorney and so much more, Dr. Roberta Hughes Wright is the true example of excellence. Dr. Wright is one of the original founders and shareholders First Independence...
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2017 Women of Excellence nominations are now open
The Michigan Chronicle is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Women of Excellence Awards. For the past 10 years, the Michigan Chronicle has recognized local African-American women who continue to...
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