Inspiration from the Most Creative People in Banking
How far can our bank take you? Just use your imagination. Our blog is where we share our insights, ideas, and advice on how real life integrates with financial life. Your dreams can’t fit in a bank vault. Think boldly and read a few articles below for some extra inspiration.
Saving For The Unexpected
How often have you heard that saving for life’s unexpected events is very important and a necessary part of being financially prepared? Most likely A LOT! Accompanying this message often is the statement that you need three to six months of expenses in your emergency...
Saving Automatically
Do you ever find yourself wondering if there is a magic formula to saving? Does it seem that everyone around you knows the secret to saving successfully except you? It’s not unusual to feel unconfident about saving, no matter how much money you earn. Confidence...
A Revolution in How Money Moves: Zelle®
“Sorry, I have to run to the ATM.” “Anyone have change for a $50 bill?” “Ugh, I ran out of checks.” (Or let’s face it—“How do you write a check, again?”) We’ve all been there. Whether it’s splitting the dinner bill for girls’ night out, gently reminding your co-worker...
American Bank & Trust Appoints New Board Member: Bob Sutton
For Immediate Release For More Information Contact: Sarah J. Pepper, VP Marketing Officer 605-886-9778 spepper@abt.bank American Bank & Trust Appoints New Board Member Sioux Falls, SD – February 9, 2023 – American Bank & Trust (AB&T) is proud to...
The Ins and Outs of Escrow
Home ownership is one of life’s greatest achievements, but with homeownership comes lots of lessons to be learned. Some lessons are learned the hard way through labor and renovations, while other lessons are learned easier through research and better understanding. If...
Take Steps Towards Your Financial Success in 2023
With each new year, most people will start with a few New Year’s Resolutions. Do you have any resolutions for 2023? One of the most popular resolutions is for better financial success throughout the year. Financial success can seem like a daunting goal, especially if...
3 Tips To Avoid Holiday Scams
Each year thousands of shoppers fall victim to holiday scams that rob them of personal information, money, and their holiday cheer. While this time of season is meant for joy, love, and giving, scammers look to take advantage of the increased online shopping by taking...
Microsoft Teams Is A New Hacker’s Paradise
Microsoft Teams is a great resource that is used by many companies. According to Microsoft Teams, there are 270 monthly active users and counting as the platform continues to gain popularity. And as this popularity grows, hackers will increase how often they target it...
Family Matters: How One Business Discovered Shared Values In A Banking Partnership
If you ask Laurie Smith about her business, you’ll hear about her family, and vice versa. And she wouldn’t have it any other way. When her father, Ed Arshem, and his business partners founded TLC Advantage, a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) in the...
