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In today's digital world, equipping kids with financial literacy skills is more important than ever. Teaching kids about money helps them become self-confident, motivated and resilient. A lesson in money management can begin at anytime, however, with...

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The start of a new school year offers more than a fresh supply list – it’s also a good time for families to revisit financial habits at home. With rising costs impacting everything from classroom supplies to after-school activities, helping...

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Summer can be a time of uncertain expenses with school-aged children in many activities that can burn up your budget in a hurry with unplanned meals, snacks and travel expenses. Your summer can still be full of family fun with a few money-savings tips. Part...

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Part 3: Find Something New to Do! Summer can be a time of uncertain expenses with school-aged children in many activities that can burn up your budget in a hurry with unplanned meals, snacks and travel expenses. Your summer can still be full of family...

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Part 2: Get Back to Nature -- Adventure Awaits! Summer can be a time of uncertain expenses with school-aged children in many activities that can burn up your budget in a hurry with unplanned meals, snacks and travel expenses. Your summer can still be...

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Part 1: Create a Recreation Plan Baseball. Volleyball. Camps. Special teams. All of these activities can stretch your budget. Create a recreation plan before summer starts about how you can minimize expenses. Can you pack a cooler of snacks instead of...

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We've got news to share about exciting things happening at Iowa State Bank! Our semi-annual printed newsletter is in the mail, and available here. Find out what's happening at Iowa State Bank and get tips to make your financial life easier! Retirement...

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April 24 is National Teach Children to Save Day. Teach Children to Save Day is a free national program – sponsored by the ABA Foundation and its member banks – that works to help young people develop a savings habit early in life. In...

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Buying a home can be stressful regardless of the stage of life you’re in. When you start planning to buy a house, it can be intimidating to think about...

Amy Wolter of Iowa State Bank, Algona, successfully completed the Iowa Bankers Association Consumer Credit School, March 3-7, 2025, in Ankeny, Iowa. The school is an intense one-week program sponsored by the Iowa Bankers Association.  Students...

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