Banking Tips

Ready to take some stress out of your life? Use mobile banking! With this feature, you have full control of your accounts from your phone, whether you’re on a cross country road trip or just relaxing by the pool. You can check them anytime from anywhere, pay bills on the go, deposit checks, and send […]

Did you know you can set up travel notifications through your phone for when you’re traveling within the United States? This saves you the time of calling or coming into the bank to let us know your travel plans. Banks tend to take note of your usual spending habits to know when to flag fraudulent […]

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Every new year brings with it the opportunity for a fresh start. This is the time of year when we resolve to do better… to lose that 10 pounds, to eat fewer cookies, to take more time off. And it’s a great opportunity to take a new look at how you’re handling your finances. Even when […]

If you had an extra lock on your front door, you would use it, right? If you had a way to keep your accounts like Facebook and email safer with an extra step, you would use it, right? Two-factor authentication is the extra protection that keeps your accounts safe. In this article, we share why […]

As an adult, you know how important saving money is and how it can impact your future goals. But when did you start saving money? Was it when you got your first job in high school or when you started making a salary or when you started your own business? No matter when you started, […]

Think about where you could be if you invested in your growth. With a 3.5% fixed-rate, long-term real estate loan, this could be a good opportunity to grow your farm or ranch. A low rate like 3.5% can help you purchase new land or refinance a current mortgage, depending on your circumstances. Invest in Your […]

Watch the video below to learn some helpful credit score tips from our very own Jeff Aegerter, Senior VP and Branch Manager at our Beaver Crossing branch!  Free Credit Score Resources: Annual Credit Report: Get a free credit report once every 12 months Credit Karma: Check on your credit score and get recommendations for […]

Santa makes his list and checks it twice, but a little reindeer told us he also starts early. Think about how much you would enjoy Christmas if you finished your shopping early! You could have more time to help the kids decorate the tree or for a yummy cup of hot cocoa. Here are Santa’s […]

College expenses are sky-high, and the cost is increasing every year. Like saving for retirement, saving for your kid’s education can feel daunting and impossible but just know the sooner you start, the more prepared you’ll be. Here are some tips for saving money for your child’s college education divided by age. If your child […]