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Spring has officially arrived and, along with warmer weather and brighter colors outside, it's also time to do some spring cleaning. Deep-cleaning your home and getting rid of items you don't need may be on your to-do list this time of year. As...

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If your New Year’s Resolution is to make 2024 the year you get your financial life organized, Iowa State Bank can help. Our account alerts found in Online Banking and in Mobile Banking give you over 50 different alerts that you can use to manage...

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The holidays are a time of joy, giving and celebration, but they can also be a perfect opportunity to teach your kids about budgeting and financial responsibility. Consider giving your kids a budget and a shopping list as a bonus gift this holiday season...

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It's  time for another contest for Kool Kat Kids! This season's contest aims to encourage young savers with a focused on giving back. It asks young savers to draw or write their answer to the question, “What good cause would you...

At Iowa State Bank, we know that getting the financial news you need to know comes from a variety of sources. That's why we publish our semi-annual customer newsletter that is mailed to customers. We also make this information available online by...

We’ve been working to make your health visits just a little bit quicker thanks to the introduction of a special debit card designed exclusively for your health savings account. Say good-bye to writing a check when you’re not feeling well...

Consumer Tips, Saving Money

Some Spring Cleaning Could Improve Your Finances There are subscriptions for everything these days. In addition to typical subscriptions like magazines and newspapers, there are now subscriptions to other types of content, such as movies, books and...

The New Year is full of resolutions. Chances are, one of those resolutions involves your financial life. Take a moment to make these financial priorities a habit in 2023: Review your budget for ways to reduce unnecessary spending. Even small changes...

Spring is finally here and summer is just around the corner, making this an ideal time to start thinking about summer vacation plans. Finding a vacation you can afford as well as enjoy can be tricky but, with a little planning, it's possible to not...

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Applying for a mortgage can be complicated and sometimes tedious, but a little preparation can go a long way, particularly for first-time homebuyers. With a few simple steps, homebuyers can make the process a little easier for both themselves and their...

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