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As we’re all obsessed with the adorable puppy pictures on Instagram and kittens in cups, it’s easy to understand why we’d want one of our own. However, whether you’re looking to teach your children about responsibility or just want a furry family member, there are a few things you should consider before making the addition.
Congratulations! You’ve taken a big step in your financial future by purchasing your first home. As a new homeowner, you may be worried about the chunk of change you just spent, and your bank account may be looking a little slim right now. Luckily, Iowa State Bank & Trust Company is here with a few
Say ‘I Do’ to savings and “no” to debt on your big day. Weddings can grow out of control and expensive in no time when the planning begins. That’s why it’s important to learn savvy ways to save before you walk down the aisle. Luckily, Iowa State Bank & Trust Company offers a few creative
If you’re similar to 10 percent of the active American workforce, you are self-employed. Those who enjoy going into business for themselves find a great degree of freedom and empowerment. You have more value for your work, no uniforms, get to choose your customers, not to mention unlimited vacation days. However, these benefits can be
Warm, sunny weather calls for a glass of ice cold lemonade. Now that the kids are out of school and looking for activities to entertain them, now is the perfect chance to teach them a little about finances. Here are a few quick tips to help teach your children how to be fiscally responsible. Have
Your car is your baby, but have you really been treating it as well as you should? If you’re in the market for a new vehicle or just looking to make your automobile look its best, then you’ve come to the right place! Iowa State Bank & Trust Company offers wonderful ways to boost your
Gardening isn’t for everyone, but if you are looking for ways to cut down on one of your greatest expenditures, your own home garden might be a great place to start! You don’t need to be a Master Gardener to see returns on getting your hands dirty. However, it helps to know a thing or
Hosting a garage sale is not for those who are afraid of hard work. Like most things in life, in order for it to be a success, you need to be willing to put in the time and effort to make the experience pleasant for buyers and yourself. You need to be sure that the
Have you ever thought about making your household more environmentally friendly, but felt it would just be too expensive? Many homeowners are under this impression, even though they have a desire to reduce their carbon footprint. However, you don’t need to buy all new energy efficient appliances. In fact, going green and saving money can
America Saves Week begins on Monday, February 26, 2018. This event is the product of the America Savings Educational Council and is strongly supported by all financial institutions in the state of Iowa. This program seeks to motivate, encourage and support households, as well as individuals to save money and build wealth. It is built
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