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5 ways to avoid money arguments (in Iowa City Patch)

Arguments about money can hamper marriages and can often lead to divorce. Here are some tips to help you avoid fighting with your significant other about money.

The Basics of an IRA – Don’t Lose Out on these Tax Savings

IRAs are essentially savings accounts with big tax breaks making them an ideal tool to save for your retirement. We put together some compelling reasons why IRAs can help you plan for your future.

USDA Guaranteed Loan Program Can Help with Mortgage Financing in Rural Areas (Blog)

If you're house hunting and purchasing a home in a rural area, talk to your mortgage officer about the USDA Rural Development Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan program. Details after the jump:

What is Iowa’s Title Guaranty Program and How Does it Work?

As the only state in the U.S. that guarantees home owner titles, we’ve outlined the basics of Iowa’s Title Guaranty program, and why it is beneficial for many Iowa home buyers.

What is Your Retirement Plan Costing You? (Blog)

While many people will set their 401(k) monthly deferral amount and forget about it, it’s beneficial to pay attention to the small details including fees – especially as an empty nester.

Government

Do You Need to Adjust Your Tax Withholding Amounts? (Blog)

With the Internal Revenue Service tax filing deadline rapidly approaching, it’s a good time to start thinking about your paycheck withholding amounts.

5 Advantages of New Banking Technology for Small Businesses (Blog)

Technology advances have brought many changes to the way you bank for your small business. We’ve put together six benefits online banking offers, and how these can help you run your business better.

Best Financial Advice Ever Received: Barb Finney (in Iowa City Patch)

People frequently ask bankers the best piece of advice they have ever gotten. So for this series, we’re asking MidWestOne employees to share the best money management tips they’ve ever gotten.

Best Money Books for Readers in their Twenties (Blog)

Scouring the finance section at the bookstore can be an overwhelming task. To help you pick books that are worthwhile, we asked some MidWestOne bankers to recommend books they've found most valuable.

Tips to Build Strong Financial Credit for Your Business (Blog)

One financial issue you might have as small business owner is building a strong credit rating for your business and maintaining it. Here are helpful tips to keep your credit working well for you.

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