7 Steps to Improve your Financial Situation
Displaying a sound understanding of financial literacy is key to managing debt, saving for future expenses and avoiding financial hazards like bankruptcy, defaults or foreclosures. Unfortunately, according to the Urban Institute, 35 percent of adults have a debt in collection reported in their credit files, which shows that handling finances responsibly can be easier said […]
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Tips for Avoiding Online Dating Scams
Social media networks and dating websites have become increasingly popular tools for meeting and communicating. Unfortunately, fraudsters have capitalized on this trend and often create fake profiles to lure in victims, establish romantic relationships and eventually, extort money. According to the FBI, over $220 million was lost in 2016 to online romance scam artists. Older […]
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What It Means to Bank With FTSB
Iowa is a great place to live, work and bank. In fact, the only other state that has more banks per capita than Iowa is North Dakota, per 2017 FDIC and U.S. Census data. This means Iowans have a variety of choices for their financial needs. Plus, Iowa is a state of responsible lenders and […]
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Use Data Privacy Day as an excuse to ensure your data is protected
In today’s digital society, protecting data has become increasingly important – so much that there is a specific day set aside to commemorate how crucial it has become. Sunday, Jan. 28, is Data Privacy Day. With that in mind, FTSB wants to ensure consumers know how to determine their digital information is secure. About […]
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Promotions at FTSB
Farmers Trust & Savings Bank is pleased to announce several promotions for employees. Buffalo Center office: Dawn Meinders – Assistant Vice President & Cashier Vicki Wubben – Customer Service Officer Mara Frerichs – HR Officer & Assistant Controller Alicea Porter – Marketing & Operations Officer Britt office: Dave Fox – Assistant Vice President Brian Vander […]
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