Have you ever had an experience like this: you're completing a transaction at your favorite local store when your debit card is suddenly declined. You try to call the bank to see what the problem is, but you get put on hold, then transferred to a call center where...
April is Financial Literacy Month, and part of being financially literate is understanding the risks you face regarding financial fraud and how to combat it. We are always here to protect your funds, but there are several proactive measures you can also take to...
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...
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...
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...
We love the many ways technology makes life easier, with items like cell phones, appliances, and the internet high on that list. One of the game-changers in tech over the past few decades is so ubiquitous to daily life that we often take it for granted: online...
Saving money in college isn’t always as fun as spending it—at least, not in the moment. But whether you’re steadily saving funds for the future or stretching your budget in the day-to-day, every little bit adds up. And while we think Bozeman might be one of the best...
Receiving your tax return is exciting, especially if you want to boost your financial health. No matter how much you are expecting to receive from the IRS, there are strategic ways to invest your tax return to support your current and future finances. If you’re...
March doesn’t just mean spring is coming up soon. It also means tax season is around the corner. Most people start to stress at the words “tax season.” They worry they are underprepared for filling out forms, tracking down documents, and putting in extra time and work...