Category: Personal Finance

Teaching Your Children the Meaning of Giving

The holiday season is all about giving. Whether it’s through time, labor, or funds, philanthropy is the spirit of the season. This December, help your little one’s understand the power of giving with these four lessons, courtesy of Heartland Bank: Help Yourself by Helping Others Did you know that every time you participate in “gift-giving

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5 Ways to Save on Your Home Energy Bill

The cold months are here, and so is the increase in your home’s energy usage. Before the days get too chilly, put these key steps in motion to save some serious pocket change on your next utility bill. Swap out your 40 watt bulbs for a more efficient LED bulb. While the lights themselves may

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5 Ways to Save For Your Next Vacation

Whether it’s skiing in the mountains, scuba diving among the reefs, or exploring history throughout famous museums, your ideal vacation can be anything you make it. Wherever you dream of traveling to, price is sure to be a factor in your decision. Make the trip of your dreams into a reality with these smart saving

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The Top 10 Changes That Can Add Value To Your Home

Just like purchasing your home, selling it is a journey all its own. Whether you’re aiming to sell your home in one year or five, you can make a number of small changes that offer a big return on your home’s value. Try these key improvements and see the effect on your next home assessment.

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How-To Give Your Children a Financial Education with Their Allowance

An allowance, when treated as an educational opportunity, gives your child hands-on experience in budgeting, saving, spending, investing, earning, negotiating, and tracking their money. With these tactics, you and your child can make the most of their allowance while growing their financial literacy. Shy away from weekly allowance. A bi-weekly or monthly allowance better reflects

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Home Renovations with a Home Equity Line of Credit

With warm weather approaching spring is the ideal time to shake off the dust and get your house back into shape! Get started on your next home renovation with a strategic Home Equity Line of Credit from Heartland Bank. Our custom financing allows you withdraw only the funds you need along the course of your

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The Top 5 Budgeting Apps to Get You Organized

Have you noticed yourself hitting the “check out” button a little more frequently when you shop on your phone? You’re not alone. In 2015, mobile commerce grew to a staggering 30% of all U.S. online shopping. This shows a growing trend of mobile purchasing moving billions of dollars in sales via handheld technology. While smart

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The Do’s and Don’t of Home Buying

Begin the journey of purchasing your new home with Heartland Bank! We’ll help guide you through the process of securing a new residence for you and your family. Stick with these easy do’s and don’ts and you’ll be on the path to success. Do: Secure a loan before a home: While the hunt for the

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Saying “I Do” to Post-Honeymoon Finances

After tying the knot, finances can be a tricky subject, but they are an absolutely necessary discussion. As Dave Ramsey says, “If you can talk about money, you can talk about anything.” Getting your finances put together takes some decision making, but here are some basic guidelines to get you started courtesy of Heartland Bank.

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