It’s happened to the best of us: you’re ready to checkout on Amazon, reach for your wallet and realize your debit card is nowhere to be found. After calling the bank, cancelling your card and ordering a new one, you find the card you just cancelled, safely tucked away...
Summer is a time for family fun and outdoor activities, but also one of increased spending. According to consumer credit reporting agency Experian, consumers surveyed spent an average of $2,275 per person on vacations in 2016, with $1,308 of that amount on credit card...
When it comes to Spring Cleaning, it’s time to start thinking outside the box. This spirit of renewal applies to more than just your closet! It applies to your personal finances too. Spring is an ideal time to dust off your personal finances and tidy up your budget....
Financial decisions can feel complex and hard even under normal circumstances. If the current market volatility has you questioning what are the “right” actions you should take now, you are not alone. Here are five concrete ways for you to jumpstart your financial...
Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. It can damage your finances, credit score, and reputation. Identity theft is when an individual uses your personal information to act on your behalf without your permission, in order to better...
There are lots of options to consider when choosing between Roth vs. Traditional IRA savings accounts. The good news is, you are taking the first step toward your savings and you are educating yourself about it. Good work! Below we are going to consider some...
Here’s what you need to know before applying for a vehicle loan.Of all the iconic and memorable moments throughout your life, there’s nothing like the first time you get your own set of wheels. Whether it happened when you were a teenager or later into your formative...
When preparing for retirement, the general rule of thumb is to plan far ahead - even if retirement doesn’t seem remotely feasible to your current situation. There are two major types of individual retirement accounts (IRAs) that are offered at Bank of Bozeman:...
Sometimes the hardest thing about saving money is simply getting started. Especially when you’re young and have extra cash for the first time in your life, spending money can be an exhilarating activity. However, what most people don’t realize is that establishing -...