According to Lending Tree, the average American has gained approx. $113,000 in equity in their home over the last 3 years! So now might be a great time to consider a home equity line of credit, or HELOC. HELOCs are a great option for home renovations, unexpected expenses, consolidating debt, paying for college and more! […]
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As a business owner, protecting your finances and preventing fraudulent activity should be a top priority. One way to do this is by using a banking service called Positive Pay. In this blog, we will explore what Positive Pay is, how it works, and why every business owner should consider using it. What is Positive […]
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Peer-to-peer (P2P) payment apps and services have become increasingly popular in recent years, providing a convenient way to transfer money between individuals. However, this popularity has also led to a rise in P2P fraud. In this post, we’ll explore what P2P fraud is, how it works, and how you can protect yourself from becoming a […]
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We talk about finance a lot in our day-to-day interactions, and we understand the importance of understanding basic finance concepts. But not everyone understands financial literacy and it’s an important part of our jobs to educate as much as possible. April is Financial Literacy Month and we’re outlining some important reasons for teaching our young […]
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We understand there is uncertainty in our current ag environment with rising interest rate pressure, higher input costs, high land values, and more. This year, you might be affected by: • Inflationary Pressure and Rising Interest Rates • Rising Interest Rates = Rising Cost of Money We can help you strategize. Here are some ideas […]
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Late last week and over the weekend, the financial system experienced a couple large bank failures – Silicon Valley Bank (based out of California) and Signature Bank (based out of New York). These situations are ever evolving, and the FDIC and other government entities are acting as quickly and effectively as they can to provide […]
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Ever wonder about the impact community banks have on the actual communities around them? Funny you should ask! We were just thinking about the same thing. Here are 5 ways a community bank positively affects the community it serves! As community bank relationship bankers, we focus on the needs of our customers – including individuals, […]
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Happy New Year, we hope you had a very happy holiday season! With a new year, people often create new resolutions, dreams, and goals. Make this year a great financial year by following a few simple tips for financial success! Make budgeting a top priority in 2023: sit down and create a budget and stick […]
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Can You Spot a Phishing Scam? Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that […]
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There is no doubt that today’s consumers are smarter and savvier than ever. They expect transparency, quick, accurate service, and convenience. The digital world we live in makes enhanced security and connectivity more important than ever. Yet not every customer wants to bank the same way; we understand that. At Farmers & Merchants, we cater […]
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