Business Tips

With inflation continuing to challenge family budgets across the Midwest, Iowa State Bank encourages customers to stay informed and take practical steps to manage rising costs. Since January 2020, consumer prices in the Midwest have increased 26.1%, creating...

Wednesday, April 1, 2026, may be April Fool’s Day, but when it comes to scams, now is the time to strengthen online habits and stay alert concerning digital scams. Fraud activity continues to climb nationwide. According to the Federal Trade Commission...

Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, identity theft, Safety, Security

As tax season approaches, Iowa State Bank reminds consumers to be vigilant about protecting their personal information and refunds from fraud. Tax-related identity theft and scams are on the rise, and criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated...

Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, tax fraud

Many people work for a lifetime to build meaningful assets— a farm, business, or personal savings—intended for the next generation. Yet when it is time to protect those assets through a trust, choose wisely. Traditionally, families appoint...

This holiday season, Iowa State Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) are urging consumers to keep their spending local by shopping with community-owned businesses this holiday season. Supporting local businesses can make a big...

Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank, a loved one, the government or law enforcement. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only...

Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, identity theft, prevent fraud, Safety

Iowa’s banking industry continues to see fraud associated with corporate account takeover   JOHNSTON, Iowa (Oct. 13, 2025) — Iowa banks continue to see sophisticated fraud impacting business customers. Currently, business customers...

Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, prevent fraud, protect identity, Safety, Security

It should come as easily as fastening your seat belt on a plane, so buckle up for this one. Despite the fact that check use has declined by 25%, reports of check fraud have soared. In fact, they’ve doubled since 2021. Criminals are becoming more...

Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, identity theft, prevent fraud

Financial planning is something every age group can participate in, and in honor of World Financial Planning Day, Iowa State Bank is encouraging people of all ages to set aside time to evaluate financial goals. From childhood to retirement, financial...

Consumer Tips, Saving Money

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Many of you have been following the national news about the current federal government shutdown. You may wonder what impact this may have on your daily business. Be rest assured, your banking relationship with Iowa State Bank...

Consumer Tips, Real Estate Loans