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The Core Bank blog serves as a resource for customers to learn more about topics like financial literacy, loans, digital banking, real estate, business, and community events. We’re your go-to source for all things banking-related!
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Preparing for End of Year, A Five Part Series: Reviewing Fee Schedules
This month we officially welcome autumn with pumpkin-spiced everything, orange décor, and fee schedule evaluations! The end of the year will be here before we know it so it’s time to prepare for success now.
Fall 2023 Housing Market Update
As many would-be buyers are aware, the market’s performance is being largely controlled by one factor: mortgage rates. During the first half of 2023, these kept housing in a state of suspended animation in many areas.
Core Bank Celebrates 10 Years of You at the Core!
Core Bank is proud to have served our customers for 10 years since the merger of Centennial Bank and Omaha State Bank. The union has created synergy and has expanded the reach and resources of both banks while providing greater operational efficiencies and improved digital banking services and the customer experience.
Prepare for the End of Year, a Five-Part Series
For the next five months, we are going to drill into the key areas to tackle before the end of the year including: budgeting, review fee schedules, insurance reminders, compliance, risk assessments, and celebrating staff.
Innovation Refunds: Have you checked your ERC eligibility?
File with confidence – the team of Innovation Refunds independent tax attorneys and tax professionals will work hard to verify your claim and uncover credits your business is eligible to receive. Core Bank is supporting businesses and non-profits with our partnership with Innovation Refunds.
Do I Need a Down Payment to Purchase a Home?
If you are a first-time home buyer, finding the right home loan and mortgage options can be tough. You’re often left wondering, which option is best for my needs? How much money do I need to put down up front? Do I need a traditional mortgage or something else?
Community Impact Award: Omaha Home for Boys
Omaha Home for Boys (OHB) was awarded the Core Bank Community Impact Award for the second quarter with a gift of $5,000. They were selected among several other applicants also very worthy of the award. The Committee’s focus is on where “real impact” can be seen and measured, and Omaha Home for Boys marked those boxes.
Three Reasons Why You Don’t Want to Keep Your Cash Stored in Venmo
Venmo is a third-party social payment app you can use to exchange funds with people and businesses. Unlike Zelle, which is offered in the Core Bank mobile app, Venmo functions as a digital wallet, allowing you to accrue money in your Venmo account to pay for future purchases. You can access your Venmo account using the mobile app or Venmo’s website.
The Community Bank Advantage
Community banks like Core Bank take in deposits and distribute loans that feed into a self-sustaining micro-economy and keep funds right here in Omaha. It is all part of a symbiotic relationship that community banks have with their communities. And the proceeds from those businesses employ residents, fund municipalities, and continue the cycle of locally based economic growth.
Proposed Physician Fee Schedule Changes for 2024
It’s that time of year again! A new proposed rule dropped this month from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding physician fee schedules and Medicare shared savings for Calendar Year (CY) 2024. As always, the proposed rule is merely an indication of what may be finalized in November.
The articles in this blog are for informational purposes only and not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations. When making decisions about your financial situation, consult a financial professional for advice. Articles are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.