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Simplifying Saving for College
Whether you’re returning to college or saving for a child’s education, know that embarking on a savings planright now is a cost-effective way to pay for college. By investing, it’s estimated you’ll pay less than half what your counterparts relying on loans will pay...
Countdown to Tax Day: Tips to make prepping your taxes a little less taxing
Whether you prepare your own taxes or have a trusted professional do it for you, taxes are a certainty -- with a fast-approaching deadline! Here are a few tips to make prepping your taxes a little less taxing. First, simplify. Make the process less daunting. Start...
Bank Ownership Announces Plan to Merge
David Scott, Chairman of the Board for both Centennial Bank and Omaha State Bank, is pleased to announce the intended merger of these two entities. The union will create synergy between the two banks, and expand the reach and resources of both banks while providing...
How much house can you afford?
If purchasing a home is in your future, you’ll want to take a good, hard look at just how much home you can really afford. That “magic number” is primarily the function of two key items: The amount you are able to borrow, and the amount of payment you are able to...
Refinancing your mortgage? What to expect.
With interest rates at sustained all-time lows, there is no time like the present to refinance your mortgage. Here’s what to expect: Applying. The process is relatively straightforward; however, knowing some key information– including the value of your home, how...
Seven savvy tips to jump start a summer vacation fund
While it may be hard to get into a “vacation state of mind” during the dead of winter, there’s no better time than now to start saving for a summer trip. If your dream destination is a debt-free paradise, start with these helpful tips: Establish a budget. Know how...
Resolve to Start, Grow Your Emergency Fund in the New Year
No finance-related New Year’s resolution would be complete without including an emergency fund. Most experts agree that you should set aside enough money to cover at least three to six months-worth of living expenses, in the event that the “worst” happens (you lose...
Mistakes on your credit report? What to do about it.
Brace yourself: It’s estimated eight out of 10 of us have errors on our credit reports. A widely circulated U.S. Public Interest Research Group study found a whopping 30 percent of those mistakes involved student and auto loans, credit cards and mortgages that had...
Say Bah Humbug! to Going Broke: Holiday Budget Tips
Just because the National Retail Federation says the average shopper this season will spend around $750 on gifts – along with décor and other seasonal and party goodies – doesn’t mean you have to spend that much. Below are a few ways to stay within your specific...
Two Dozen Fascinating Facts about 12/12/12
Today is the 12th day of the 12th month of the 12th year of the current century. This occurence won't roll around again any time soon, and we thought it would be fun to acknowledge the day with some fascinating facts about the fine number 12. Only 12 people have ever...
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