April is here, and you know what that means: longer days, spring planting, and… financial literacy? Hear us out. Money Smart Week (April 5–12,...
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April 5, 2026
3 Money Smart Week Challenges You’ll Actually Want to Try
April 5, 2026
April is here, and you know what that means: longer days, spring planting, and… financial literacy? Hear us out. Money Smart Week (April 5–12, 2026) is a national campaign focused on helping everyday folks feel more confident about managing...
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April 2, 2026
Between budgets, bills, savings goals, and credit scores, it’s easy to push those “I’ll deal with it later” thoughts to the back burner. Well, April is Financial Literacy Month, so it’s the perfect time to tackle those thoughts....
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How American State Bank Helps Iowa Farmers Thrive Season After Season
In Iowa, farming is a way of life. Whether you’re planting your first crop or managing a fifth-generation farm, you know the work never really stops. Calving season rolls into planting, planting into harvest, and before you know it, it’s time...
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March 3, 2026
When the snow melts, the soil thaws, and you see more tractors on the road than trucks, then you know spring has sprung in Iowa! Whether you’re running your first few acres or managing a multi-generational operation, one thing is true: planting...
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How to Stress Less About Money, Because It Hurts More Than Your Wallet
When money’s tight, everything feels heavier, your shoulders, your sleep, and yes, even your heart. It’s not just in your head. Financial stress can seriously affect your physical and mental health, especially your heart. During National...
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February 14, 2026
Love might be in the air, but so are scams. Here’s how to protect your heart and your wallet. When you live in a small Iowa town, it’s easy to assume romance scams are something that happen “somewhere else.” But the truth is,...
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January 14, 2026
Tax season may not be anyone’s favorite time of year, but it sure does sneak up quickly. Whether you’re filing early with a refund in mind or still trying to locate your W-2 between snowstorms, a little preparation now can save you big headaches...
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What Your New Year’s Resolution Says About Your Spending Style
It’s a new year, and if you’re like most Iowans, you’re probably thinking about what you want to do differently in 2026. Whether it’s finally taking that trip you’ve been talking about since 2021, building up your savings,...
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December 29, 2025
Thinking about redoing your kitchen, building that long-awaited sunroom, or tackling a major renovation in 2026? Well, now is the best time to plan all your big home projects for 2026! Big home upgrades are definitely an investment in your future....
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5 Habits to Actually Break in 2026 for Your Wallet & Well-Being
As the calendar flips to a new year (where did the time go!?), it’s tempting to make big, sweeping resolutions: save more, spend less, scroll less, wake up earlier. But let’s be real: most resolutions don’t stick. Why? Because they’re...
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How to Stress Less About Money, Because It Hurts More Than Your Wallet
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Romance Scams You Need to Watch for in 2026
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