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September is National Preparedness month, and the question isn’t if scammers are going to target older adults but when. It’s important to be prepared for criminals when they come knocking. Fraudsters are capitalizing on sophisticated artificial...

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Smart Money Stories: Kids' Book Picks for Grades 3 – 5 August has arrived, and a new school year is just around the corner. As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it's a great time to help them build skills that will benefit...

From Piggy Banks to Possibilities: Kids' Book Picks for Grades Kindergarten - 2 As summer winds down and a new school year approaches, now is the perfect time to encourage a love of reading while introducing important life lessons. For young children,...

Consumers are reminded to stay vigilant as bank impersonation scams continue to increase in Iowa and nationwide. Scammers are using sophisticated tactics, including artificial intelligence (AI)-driven voice cloning, spoofed phone numbers, text messages...

When it comes to customer service, Tana Schultze seems to have a natural touch. Although her career didn’t begin in banking—she originally studied massage therapy—Tana found her way to Iowa State Bank in Algona, where she now serves...

July 1 is National Financial Freedom Day, a reminder that financial independence is something worth pursuing, not just hoping for. It’s the point where your savings, investments and income give you real choices. Most people want it but far fewer...

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Buying a home requires a few things to make the process run smoothly. Use these helpful hints as you start the home loan process: Borrower’s Name: We’ll need the full legal name of the person (or persons) applying for the loan.(For example,...

Check and mail fraud are on the rise. Criminals often steal checks from mailboxes, alter them, and attempt to cash them. To protect yourself, avoid leaving mail in your mailbox overnight or for long periods of time. If you’re traveling, pause your...

June is American Housing Month, a great reminder that preparation and knowledge can help first-time homebuyers feel confident when entering the housing market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homeownership continues to be one...

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The graduation cards are opened. The checks are cashed. Your student’s bank account balance is looking pretty good… for now. You’ve had the “money talk” with your soon‑to‑be college student, but let’s be honest—when...

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