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.
5 Simple Ways to Save Money
Saving money doesn’t have to be difficult. Simply adjusting your daily spending habits can make a big impact on your budget. You’ll enjoy lowering your monthly expenses and being in more control of your financial future. Start small and gradually build up the funds...
What is a CD Account & How Does it Help You Save?
In banking, CD is an acronym that stands for certificate of deposit (CD). It is a federally insured bank account that comes with fixed-rate earnings and a fixed-date of withdrawal, also known as the maturity rate. Once the maturity rate of a CD is reached, you can...
Make Your Business Banking Transition Easier
There’s a reason businesses don’t like to transition their business banking accounts. It’s usually difficult. But American Bank & Trust has changed that. Let our business transition team – and transition road map show you how. You’ll be on the road to fewer fees,...
Estate Planning and Second Marriages
According to a study from the Pew Research Center, about 40% of new marriages include one person who has previously been married. In some 20% of weddings, both partners have been married before. This has led to an increase in the number of “blended families,” with...
Frequently Asked Questions on the Kiddie Tax
The “kiddie tax” is a term used to refer to the Tax on a Child’s Investment and Other Unearned Income. American Bank & Trust compiled answers to frequently asked questions on recent updates made to this child tax. What is the kiddie tax?The kiddie tax is a special...
Building a New Home? Tips and Trends from Local Interior Designer
The American Bank & Trust mortgage team has helped a lot of people through the new construction process. With any mortgage lending process, the timing and considerations vary. And that’s why you need a mortgage expert. Customers come to American Bank & Trust...
Updates Coming Soon to Business Online Banking
We are excited to announce that coming in mid-July, our Business Online Banking platform is getting upgraded look, feel and functionality. Here are a few highlights you should know - The navigation will be restructured, giving users improved usability and better...
The Benefits of ACH Manager and Automating Your Banking
Being in business has both rewards and stresses. But your business banking should never be one of the stresses. American Bank & Trust’s online cash management service called Business Solutions +PLUS offers a whole host of useful tools. Each one is designed to help...
Personal Debt Management: 4 Things You Need to Know
Debt. No one wants it, but most people have some. Poor debt management can drag you down financially and emotionally and feel like a big obstacle, hovering like a black cloud over your life. Debt doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom, though. It can be effectively...
