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As high school seniors and college students apply for scholarships and financial aid, scammers are ready to take advantage of the opportunity to steal sensitive information in the process.    Fall is the prime time for scholarship applications...

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Retirement is a time for seniors to reap the rewards of their hard work, indulge in hobbies, travel and engage in leisure activities. However, managing finances during this period is crucial to ensure they can enjoy these activities without the burden...

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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...

Consumer Tips, Saving Money

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...

Teach Kids to Save Day