Writer: Liz Wheeler

Does the bell toll for free checking? [Continue]

Hundreds of homes and thousands of acres of farmland were inundated by record-breaking rains and sewage backup during the week of Sept. 22. [Continue]

At least nine bankers from the Upper Midwest are running for state legislative seats in the November 2 election. Five are incumbents, while three are seeking their first seat in office, and one is seeking to return to office after two decades in the private sector. [Continue]

Several banks in the Midwest have created their own versions of a form or kit that makes it easier to switch from one bank to another. [Continue]

Big Sky Country is also the land of entrepreneurs and Bank of Montana, chartered less than three years ago, is succeeding by offering business owners and managers a high level of personal service. [Continue]

Mbanking: A low-cost retention tool? [Continue]

MB Financial uses strong balance sheet to make the most of acquisition opportunities. [Continue]

A Minnesota bank builds rapport with customers through free services [Continue]

Hold a long-term mortgage? How some banks do it. [Continue]

      Many organizations turn to financial institutions when looking for donations. Some bankers feel like they’re getting used and abused by the constant requests and even attend workshops on how to “just say no.”       But what if you could find a way to leverage that community goodwill for positive business impact? Since implementing … Read more