Checking accounts may have more benefits than you think. Learn about the different types of checking accounts and the benefits of using them.
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What to Expect Before Getting a Mortgage
Getting a mortgage will take some time. Before you head to a lender, it’s important to ensure your finances are in order so you can secure the best possible interest rates and don’t fall behind on future payments.
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Top Financial Mistakes to Avoid for First-Time Homebuyers
The average homebuying timeline will vary for everyone, but yours could potentially be delayed if you make a handful of certain financial moves. Learn what to avoid when buying a home.
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Common phone and internet scams and ways to stop them
Older adults are increasingly the targets of scammers who use deception and fear tactics to convince the elderly to send money or provide personal account information. Make sure your loved ones are aware of these common type of scams.
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Money Market Accounts: Your Guide To Finding the Best Options
No matter what life stage you’re in, you’re most likely putting money aside toward a goal. That could be to buy your first home, prepare for retirement or take your family on that big international trip you’ve been dreaming of. Whatever your financial initiatives are, you want your funds to be in the most lucrative…
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The importance of life insurance
Explore the important role life insurance plays in safeguarding your family’s financial future, the different policy types, and how to choose the right one.
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Understanding Your Home Insurance: Coverage and Exclusions
Don’t wait for disaster to strike. Regularly review your home insurance coverage with your agent to understand the protection you’ve secured and help ensure that your home and assets are protected against life’s uncertainties. Read this article to learn more.
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AI Fraud Mitigation Strategies
Protect your accounts from evolving AI fraud techniques. Learn about the common types of AI fraud, how to identify risks and take proactive steps to safeguard your finances.
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Investment Scams: A Real-Life Customer Story and How Bank Midwest Helped Out
Investment scams are on the rise, and they can strike anyone, anywhere. Learn how to protect yourself with these common warning signs and hear a real-life story of how Bank Midwest helped one customer recover.
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What To Expect After Opening an Account: set up digital banking and more
Want to get the most out of your new account? We put together some tips to maximize your digital banking and overall experience. Use this guide to learn what to expect before, during, and after opening a bank account with Bank Midwest.
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Is Buying a Home With a 20% Down Payment Standard?
A 20% down payment is anything but standard. Making a smaller down payment does involve some form of mortgage insurance (MI). Conventional loans are available with as little as 3% down.
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How To Do Online Banking: Getting Started, Security Tips and More
The internet has revolutionized the way we manage our finances, making banking more accessible than ever before. With just a few clicks, you can access your bank account from anywhere in the world, 24/7. This shift toward online banking has not only provided unprecedented convenience but also introduced a new era of financial management, where…
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ITM – a new way to bank
ATMs can only offer so much. When you need to talk to a banking professional, that’s where the ITM shines. Simply select the option to talk to a live Bank Midwest employee and, in seconds, one of our employee-owners will appear on-screen to help you with your banking needs.
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Saving for a house and other financial considerations
Buying your first house is both exciting and frightening at the same time. When starting to save for your home down payment, consider all the implications that may affect the home financing process as well as your budget after moving in.
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Businesses fight back against fraud with positive pay system
In an evolving digital landscape, businesses can proactively defend against ACH and check fraud with a Positive Pay system from Bank Midwest. It detects fraudulent transactions before money leaves your account. Whether you run a large corporation or operate solo, dealing with fraud can disrupt your business.
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Maximize your savings strategy: how to open a savings account
Discover the benefits of savings with Bank Midwest. Learn how to open a savings account & explore strategies for reaching your financial goals.
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Finding the right business insurance partner: 4 essential qualities for comprehensive coverage
You’ve invested energy and capital into your thriving business. But in today’s rapidly changing world, a crisis could happen in your business instantly. That’s why finding the right insurance agent for your business is essential.
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Is a CD The Right Savings Vehicle For You?
A CD is an excellent way to start setting aside money for the future and benefit from the high yield interest rates.
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Robocalls: The good, the bad, and the illegal
Robocalls have become a frustrating and persistent problem for many people, with an estimated 46 billion robocalls made in the United States in 2020 alone. If you’re wondering why you’re getting so many robocalls and what you can do about them, read on. Why do you get so many robocalls? According to the Federal Trade…
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Dreaming about your future home? Prepare for investing in a home today
But before you step into any open houses, you should understand what you need to do in your savings and earning history to buy a home. And in today’s housing market, getting pre-approved for a mortgage is essential.
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