Bank Plus

09/02/2026

It may seem like the holidays are far off, but in reality, there are only three months left of the year...and they'll go fast.

Before you get caught in the end-of-year whirlwind, here are a few tips to stay ahead:
🎁 If you're planning to travel, look at your options. Booking flights and other accommodations in advance can save you money (and stress).
🎁 Start a holiday shopping list. List out who you'll be shopping for and what you're willing to spend so you know how much money to set aside.
🎁 Watch for sales between now and December to avoid impulse purchases later.
🎁 Build holiday expenses into your budget for September, October, and November to spread out costs.

Trust us on this one—planning now will make the holidays a little less hectic.

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08/28/2026

Is a new purchase really the solution to all your problems? Probably not. 😂
But if you’ve decided it is… we can help you finance it. 😉🏦

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08/27/2026

Tonight, some of our Estherville staff joined in on the Back to School Bash to help kick off another exciting school year! 📚✏️

We loved being part of the fun and helping our local students get ready for a great year. Wishing all students a happy, successful, and safe school year! 🎉🍎

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08/26/2026

Many scam emails are designed to create a sense of urgency in the hopes that you’ll react before you have time to think. Whether it’s a locked account, suspicious transaction, or security alert, bank scams are becoming common.

The correct answer is...C. Before taking any action, take a moment to contact your bank directly through a trusted phone number. Don’t forget that scammers can create convincing emails, websites, and even phone numbers, so make sure that you’re going directly to a trusted source like the bank’s official website.

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08/26/2026

Every year Bank Plus uses their Community Plus volunteer program to encourage it's employees to spend 30 or more hours a year volunteering their time in their communities and local organizations. If they achieve that goal, employees are rewarded with a $100 to the organization of their choice!

This year 18 of our employees volunteered 831.5 hours combined. 10 of those employees spent 30 or more hours and were able to choose where they would like to make that donation to.

Pictured above:
Cody Newgard, Jacqueline Radunz, Holly Johnson, Kevin Pernick, Barb Christensen
Jason Joyce, Lindsay Henningsen, Ronda Olesen

Not Pictured:
Katrina Lutzow & Paul Schmidt

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08/19/2026

As we head into harvest season, the last thing you need is unexpected expenses or a budget miscalculation.

Have fuel costs been higher than expected? Did unanticipated repairs eat into your budget? Has the weather changed your outlook for the rest of the year?

Now is a good time to review these items:
▪️ Remaining operating expenses
▪️ Equipment needs and maintenance plans
▪️ Fuel and transportation costs
▪️ Cash flow projections

If your budget isn’t looking the way you thought it would, we’re here to help. https://www.bankplusiowa.com/business-loans/agricultural-loans?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=FBN_August

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08/19/2026

We asked AI to turn our team into the age of their banking experience…

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08/17/2026

Beneficiary designations and payable-on-death accounts are often overlooked parts of estate planning. This article explains how they work, common mistakes to avoid, and practical steps families can take to stay organized.

Learn how beneficiaries, POD accounts, and simple estate planning steps can help protect your assets and make things easier for your family over time.

08/12/2026

County fair season is a big part of being an Iowan...and your favorite fair food might say more about your spending style than you think. Which one are you?

🌽 Corn Dog = Practical and reliable
🍿 Funnel Cake = Life's too short not to enjoy it
🍦 Ice Cream = Budget-conscious but loves a treat
🍗 Turkey Leg = Go big or go home

We’d love to hear what your fair food personality is in the comments!

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08/07/2026

✨Meet the Class of Lead the Ville 2026-2027✨

My name is Kallie Dalen. I am 24 years old and grew up in Estherville. I graduated from ELC High School in 2020. I began my college education at ILCC before transferring to South Dakota State University, where I earned a bachelor’s degree in business economics. I was fortunate to work throughout college and begin my career after graduation at Bank Plus here in Estherville. I started as a teller and have advanced to the role of Operations Admin. In addition, I take on responsibility in accounts payable and marketing for the bank.