Paying Your Bills Online – Made Simple!
Setting up online Bill Pay is an excellent way to protect yourself and your finances from fraud. Lately we've seen an increase in checks that are lost in the mail and fraud involving checks that were mailed from an unlocked mailbox. To keep your money safe, we...
Construction Loans: Building the Home of Your Dreams from the Ground Up
Are you ready to find your forever home here in the Gallatin Valley? Despite low real estate inventory, the home of your dreams may be closer than you think! When you finance a construction loan with our team, we walk you through the process from start to finish:...
Spring Artist Reception – Michael Zacharisen
Our 2024 Spring Artist on Display is the talented local artist, Michael Zacharisen! Our quarterly Artist Reception will be held on Thursday, April 11th at 5:00-6:30 pm and will allow you the opportunity to meet and greet with Michael as you explore his beautiful...
Making Compound Interest Work For You
Compound interest is interest paid on interest already earned on a deposit or loan. Think of it as ‘interest on interest’. For those of you who struggle to pay off credit cards, compound interest is likely the culprit. Interest from the prior month is added to the...
How to Improve Your Credit Score for a Better Mortgage Rate
Buying a home is a significant accomplishment for many people. It can be a big step towards stability and financial security. However, your credit score is a crucial factor in obtaining a favorable mortgage rate. According to a National Association of Realtors 2023...
Home Loan Hacks: Navigating the Best Time of Year to Get a Mortgage
Buying a home in Montana can seem like a fast-paced Olympic sport—like navigating the tight turns on a slalom course at 50mph. As a potential homeowner, you quickly learn that there are many twists to the home-buying process. It can feel scary at first and...
Your Easy, In-Depth Guide to Bank of Bozeman Checking Account
You need banking that works for you on your terms. And that is why Bank of Bozeman checking accounts are created explicitly with customers' needs in mind. Here, you come first. Always. Perhaps you felt invisible at your last bank, and now you are seeking better...
How to Create a Weekly Budget That Works for You
Budgeting is an essential financial skill that can help you achieve your long-term financial goals. Whether you want to save for a new car, pay off debt, or simply live within your means, creating a budget is a crucial first step. There are many options available for...
Montana Mortgage Loans Documents Checklist
If you are asking yourself, “What documentation do I need for a mortgage loan?”, this article is the perfect place to start. Our team of lenders at Bank of Bozeman has put together a mortgage loan documents checklist to help you get ready for the next steps in your...