Internet Links

Welcome to our Internet Links* page. We've searched the 'Net to bring you useful links from virtually all areas of interest. If you have a link you would like us to include, contact our Webmaster ( ) we'll give it a look. Any site you submit will be subject to approval by Monarch Community Bank but as long as it's in good taste and won't offend anyone, we'd be happy to list it here.

Finance	Computer	Community
News	Our Partners	Other Links
	Home Improvement
	Identity Theft & "Phishing"

Be sure to check out our Check 21 page, with even more information.

Finance Links

• AnnualCreditReport.com: Visit this helpful site and get a FREE copy of your report from all three of the reporting bureaus (Equivocal, Experian & Trans Union).
• Check 21 Questions: Visit this page from the Federal Reserve for complete details and a great FAQ page.
• CNNfn Financial Network: CNN's financial site on the 'Net.
• Forbes Magazine: The popular magazine in electronic format.
• Hoover's Online Financial Research: "The ultimate source for company information".
• IRS Home Page: Visit to get the latest tax information - even download current tax forms.
• Money Online: Another popular magazine with an archive of past issues going back to 1986.
• MyMoney.gov - The Federal Government's website dedicated to helping Americans understand more about their money - how to save it, invest it, and manage it to meet your personal goals.
• Nasdaq.com: Home to companies like Microsoft, Intel, Gateway2000, and Monarch Community Bancorp, Inc. (our holding company).
• NYSE: One of the world's largest stock exchanges.

Computer Links

• C|Net: Tons of computer and Internet related news stories, tips, and reviews.
• Internet Hoaxes: Ever heard of the "Good Times" virus? Did you believe it? Visit the CIAC to find out the truth about Internet virus scams and hoaxes.
• NCSA (at UIUC) Beginner's Guide to HTML: One of the most complete guides to HTML - the language of the 'Net.
• Wired Magazine: Interesting stories and reviews dealing with the Internet.

Community Links

Branch County

• Branch County Chamber of Commerce: Our mission - to improve and promote the business environment and quality of life in Branch County.
• Branch ISD: Intermediate School District for the communities in our local market areas.
• Branch County Economic Growth Alliance: Established to promote economic development throughout Branch County, Michigan.
• Branch District Library: Featuring a new online catalog for the library system.
• City of Coldwater: Monarch's "hometown" city website.
• Coldwater Board of Public Utilities: Offering a variety of services to the Coldwater area, including high-speed Internet and cable TV service.
• Coldwater DDA: Downtown Development Authority for the city of Coldwater.
• Community Health Center of Branch County: Providing access to comprehensive, high quality healthcare services.
• Payseno Builders: At Payseno Builders our goal is to build high quality, stick-built houses at affordable prices that satisfy our customers for a lifetime.
• The Daily Reporter: Coldwater's local news source on the Internet.

Calhoun County

• Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce: Visit this link for a listing of upcoming community events in the Battle Creek area.
• ByeGone Workshop: Marshall business manufacturing/marketing wrought iron wheels, axles and plans for woodworkers and crafters to make wheelbarrows and vendor carts or projects of their own.
• Calhoun County Fair: Michigan's oldest county fair, located in Marshall.
• Caron Chevrolet - Oldsmobile: Dealership here in Marshall where Customer Satisfaction is "Standard Equipment".
• Calhoun ISD: Intermediate School District for the communities in our local market areas.
• City of Marshall: The "official" city page with links to local government public service departments.
• Clough Construction: Custom built homes.
• Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce: Visit this link for a listing of upcoming community events in the Marshall area.
• Marshall Public Schools: Visit our school's web site and get loads of useful information.
• Marshall RV: Stop by here to get information on sales, service, parts, and even rent an RV for your next vacation.

Hillsdale County

• City of Hillsdale: Find out what's new in Hillsdale.
• Hillsdale County Chamber of Commerce: Helping to create a favorable environment and personal opportunity by fostering a positive attitude for growth and development and enhancing the quality of life in our communities.
• Hillsdale County Fair: Stop down in September and have some fun.
• Hillsdale ISD: Intermediate School District for the communities in our local market areas.

Jackson County

• ArborWood Homes: A great home at an affordable price. (Be sure to visit one of our lenders for your mortgage!)

News Links

• ABCNews.com: National news source from ABC.
• Battle Creek Enquirer: Newspaper with a local focus on Calhoun County area.
• CBS News: National news source from CBS.
• CNN: One of the largest and most popular news sources on the 'Net.
• Fox 17: Local FOX television station.
• MSNBC.com: National news source from NBC and Microsoft.
• WOOD TV 8 Online: Local NBC affiliate out of Grand Rapids.
• WWMT TV 3 Online: Local CBS affiliate out of Kalamazoo.

Our Partners

• America's Community Bankers: National trade association supporting community banks like Monarch Community Bank.
• Electronic-Check.org: A wealth of information about the e-check payment process and consumer rights.
• Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis: Wholesale bank serving member lending institutions in Indiana and Michigan.
• Kebs, Inc.: Land surveying and site civil engineering specialists.
• Michigan Bankers Association: State trade association in Lansing, MI.
• The Payments Authority: Providing education, marketing and operational support to Michigan's electronic payments professionals.

Other Links

• Bureau of Transportation Services: A virtual library of travel information on the 'Net - if you've got a question, chances are BTS has the answer.
• Kelly Blue Book: If you're looking for the value of a car, this is a site you need to visit.
• MapQuest: This site offers FREE mapping service so you'll always know where you're going.
• Microsoft Expedia: Check travel rates, get plane tickets, even book a hotel room at this site.
• Yahoo! People Search: From the most popular search engine on the 'Net, another way to find people.

Home Improvement

• Better Homes and Gardens: Browse their "home improvement encyclopedia".
• HGTV Online: Everything for your home and garden, just like the cable show.
• Home Improvement and Repair from Hometime: Web site for the television show with tips for the do-it-yourselfer.
• HomeWorld Media Inc.: Offering a "world of solutions for your home".
• Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse: Just like the store itself, only on-line.
• Sears Craftsman: Before you start your project, you need tools, don't you?

Identity Theft & "Phishing"

• AnnualCreditReport.com: Visit this helpful site and get a FREE copy of your report from all three of the reporting bureaus (Equifax, Experian & Trans Union).
• FDIC Multimedia Presentation - The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has produced a multimedia presentation to help consumers protect themselves from identity theft.
• FTC Identity Theft Help Site - Information for consumers from the Federal Trade Commission entitled "Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft."
• Identity Theft Help For Prevention and Victims - Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America. Here is the help you need for prevention and recovery for victims.
• Identity Theft Resource Center - Nonprofit organization helping people prevent and recover from identity theft.
• Online Phishing Brochure - Learn how to protect yourself from the newest "scam" designed to steal your personal information. If you provide your personal information, you may become a victim of identity theft.
• OnGuardOnline - Provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
• Privacy Rights Clearinghouse - Offering publications to empower you to take action to control your personal information by providing practical tips on privacy protection.
• U.S. Government ID Theft Site - The official site of the U.S. Government.
• Veteran's ID Theft Update - Visit the Government's site and learn what you can do to protect yourself if you are a veteran or active-duty and may have your personal information at risk.