Tips & Resources

Whether it’s cutting bad habits, getting in shape, or saving more money, the start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to wipe the slate clean and start fresh. ...

Advancing technology has made our lives easier and more efficient over the years and has changed the way we communicate. Communication via text message or by using mes...

Online payment systems or apps like Zelle, Venmo, and CashApp let you quickly send and receive money. If you link the service to your bank account or debit card, it’...

The Bank of Elk River and The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) are partnering together to promote the virtues of community banks and urge consumers to c...

What is an “Account Takeover”?

An account takeover happens when a fraudster poses as a financial institution to get your personal or accoun...

When people think of the term “cybersecurity,” many think of lines of code flowing across a screen and ambiguous firewalls no one ever sees to keep hackers in the ...

Scammers are out in full force – The recent COVID-19 pandemic has seen an increase in the number of criminals scamming people out of their hard-earn...

Digital banking provides a convenient, safe way to access your funds when you're unable to visit a branch.

Every day, more and more people use computers and devices to access information on the internet and through apps. Do you know how your personal data is being collected...

The Bank of Elk River and ICBA Offer Tips to Develop and Maintain Good Credit

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When asked to identify the quintessential ingredient that makes community banking special, we do not hesitate to answer “relationships.” And it has never been more...

Santa’s not the only one making a list and checking it twice this time of year. ’Tis the season for family gatherings, holiday parties, and gift exchanges. If your...

The holiday season is a great time to spread cheer, but it’s also an opportunity for fraudsters to spoil your goodwill with scams to which ...

During times like these, even the smallest parts of day-to-day life are full of unknowns. Unfortunately, there is always one thing you can count on – Scammers are a...

Con artists cheat Americans out of billions of dollars every year. Recognizing re...

Today’s technology allows us to connect around the world, to bank and shop online, and to control our televisions, homes, and cars from our smartphones. With this a...

SIMPLE TIPS

• Double your login protection. Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) to e...

It’s almost impossible to imagine life without electronic devices. How would you keep in touch with your friends, listen to music, watch movi...

Although it’s tempting to believe you can run a business on your own, it’s usually a good idea to get professional help. Hiring lawyers and accountants can help ke...

Whether you are standing in front of a shelf at the grocery store, shopping online, or even walking around a car dealership, you may wonder: Do I go for the "nicer", m...

As the COVID-19 pandemic hit and businesses had to close their doors, the federal government introduced the Paycheck Protection Program to provide financial assistance...

The Bank of Elk River was founded on the commitment to help our community become a better place to work and live. One component of that goal is teaching the importance...

Whether you have children, grandchildren, or nieces and nephews, one of the most important things you can teach them is how to manage money and invest for the future. ...

The Bank of Elk River desires to provide a positive experience for all of our customers and aims to promote accessibility and inclusion. Our goal is to enable our cust...

If you find yourself facing an emergency that you’re financially under-prepared for, the prospect of what to do next may feel overwhelming. Don’t panic. There are ...

Mobile banking provides a convenient, safe way to access your funds when you're unable to visit a branch.

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced many banks and credit ...

TOP MONEY MANAGEMENT TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS
Money makes the world go ’round, so they say, but at the same time, money doesn’t grow on trees. And...

Your credit score is a three-digit number between 300 and 850, the result of an analysis of several factors related to your likelihood of repaying debt. The higher the...

Today is Cyber Monday, the first business day after one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year that includes Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Small Business Satur...

How many individual internet connections do you have in your home? On average, families have 15 or more internet connections including Smart TV’s, voice assistance ...

Held every October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) ...

A good credit score and stable credit history are critical components of financial well-being. When the time comes to purchase a home or vehicle, finance your educatio...

While there are still a few weeks to take advantage of warm, sunny weather and lazy days at the lake, summer is undeniably drawing to a close. For many of us, that mea...

In our world of technological advances and conveniences, we often take for granted how quickly and easily we can find answers to our questions or solutions to our prob...

Purchasing your first home – or even your fifth – can be an emotional time filled with excitement, elation, and dreams for the future. However, once you’ve settl...

Later this week, we’ll celebrate the first official day of summer. While we’re enjoying warm, sunny days and all the fun that goes along with them, it’s not too ...

"Your schooling may be over but remember that your education continues." – Author unknown

Graduation season is nearly upon us, a time of both apprehen...

If you haven’t filed your 2018 tax return yet, you are not alone. An estimated 25 percent of taxpayers procrastinate completing this annual task. We...

To succeed in any business or endeavor, it’s important that we continue to learn and grow. From blog posts, webinars, and podcasts to workshops and weeklong industry...

The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8 AM)

by Hal Elrod

Manage Your Day-to-Day: Build Your Routine, Find Your Focus, and Sharpen Your Creative Mind

edited by Jocelyn K. Glei

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success

by Carol S. Dweck

Any way you slice it, grocery costs continue to increase. Today, the cost of a loaf of bread has tripled from $.89 twenty years ago. While that may not seem like a sig...

Many Americans, for one reason or another, must work hard each month just to cover everyday living expenses. Perhaps they owe unpaid medical bills, student loans, or c...

The turn of the calendar to a new year brings with it a sense of excitement, renewed energy, and drive. While not everyone makes official “resolutions,” this time ...

As the calendar year comes to a close and we find ourselves in the midst of a busy, festive holiday season, keep in mind that it’s never too early to begin preparing...

The leaves have fallen from the trees, and a definite chill has settled in the air – sure signs that autumn is nearing its end. The approach of the Thanksgiving holi...

It’s that time of year – students have returned to their classrooms and new school year routines. Family schedules fill up with homework, after school activities, ...

Debt has become s...

Job loss. Car accident. Storm damage. Medical expenses. You can’t plan for everything, but when it comes to financial emergencies, it’s important to expect the une...