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 Navigating the Fall Housing Market: What to Expect as a Homebuyer
Navigating the Fall Housing Market: What to Expect as a Homebuyer

In the past few months, the housing market has posed significant challenges for prospective home buyers. Americans are facing the most unaffordable market...

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 Navigating the Fall Housing Market: What to Expect as a Homebuyer
Navigating the Fall Housing Market: What to Expect as a Homebuyer

In the past few months, the housing market has posed significant challenges for prospective home buyers. Americans are facing the most unaffordable market they've ever encountered, leading to a decrease in real estate demand. As the peak season for...

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Planning Ahead: How to Start Saving Early for Holiday Shopping
Planning Ahead: How to Start Saving Early for Holiday Shopping

We all eagerly anticipate the holiday season and the joy it brings, but it is no secret that holiday shopping can often lead to financial stress. However, by planning ahead and starting your purchases this fall, you can save big and...

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 The Benefits of Business Banking: Collaborating with Your Bank for Success
The Benefits of Business Banking: Collaborating with Your Bank for Success

If you are a business owner, you know how crucial it is to effectively manage your finances. Did you know that collaborating with your bank can actually help your business grow and succeed? Opening designated bank accounts for your business can bring...

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10 Budgeting Tips for College Students
10 Budgeting Tips for College Students

Back-to-school season is upon us, and as you are heading back to school, don’t let budgeting slip your mind! As you try to balance your heavy workload, studying, and spending time with your friends, budgeting your finances in college can be a challenge....

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 Preparing for Back-to-School Expenses: Smart Money Moves for Summer
Preparing for Back-to-School Expenses: Smart Money Moves for Summer

Summer is here! The time for lazy days, refreshing lemonade, and… back-to-school shopping? That's right! With American State Bank as your trusted advisor, planning for the upcoming school year can be enjoyable and rewarding. By incorporating...

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Protecting Your Personal Information: Best Practices for Identity Theft Prevention
Protecting Your Personal Information: Best Practices for Identity Theft Prevention

Identity theft is a grave crime with severe consequences for your finances and well-being. Criminals exploit your personal information, like your name, Social Security number, and credit card details, for fraudulent activities and stealing from your accounts....

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Five Advantages of a Checking Account
Five Advantages of a Checking Account

Let’s get your financial account in check! Are you aware of the abundance of advantages of utilizing a checking account? Sit tight as we walk you through the several advantages of a checking account and how simple it is to get started.  The...

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The Basics: Building Your Emergency Fund
The Basics: Building Your Emergency Fund

If you are looking to achieve financial security, building an emergency fund is an essential tool in your financial toolbox. Not only do emergency funds provide stability in case the unthinkable happens, but a peace of mind knowing you have financial...

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 Summer Savings Challenge
Summer Savings Challenge

Summer is quickly approaching and with that, it is important to have the funds to enjoy the summer. That is why we are implementing the dollar-a-day savings challenge. Keep reading to learn about this easy-to-implement summer saving challenge! How...

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Prepping Young Adults for a Solid Financial Future
Prepping Young Adults for a Solid Financial Future

Building a financial future is important for everyone at any age. As a parent, it is essential to prepare your children with financial literacy as they age, especially as they become young adults making more financial decisions on their own. Keep reading...

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