We’re excited to announce that our online banking is getting an update! Get ready for a new, simplified experience starting September 28th. ✨ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3kDnpFb

Guat’s Up?! We've got another #SmallBusinessSpotlight for you today! Guat’s Up? Coffee Roasters was formed by Mark and Julie Farmer after participating in a mission trip to Guatemala. All funds go to Bethel Ministries International in Chimaltenango, Guatemala where they give out wheelchairs, crutches, canes and other mobility assistance equipment, provide food, build homes, and more to support the community. Their coffee can be purchased at The Amana Meat Market, Kroul Farms, and the Waterfront HyVee and Coralville Lantern Park Hyvee, as well as through their social media pages. Check them out today! #coffeeonmission #guatsup #jointhecoffeecalvary

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You may feel unsure of how to react to economic shifts — but there are ways you can help locally. Here are 3 ways you personally can boost your local economy and uplift your community! 📈 Find more ways you can help here: https://bit.ly/3bq4ev3

ROCK THE CHALK SHOWCASE Today we're featuring Andrew Hoyt! Andrew is a singer/songwriter from Des Moines, Iowa. After just a few years of writing and performing, he is a Des Moines favorite and currently an up-and-coming artist (keep your eye on him!). Andrew's musical talents are continuously in demand, carrying him throughout the Midwest. He uses the ukulele, acoustic guitar, multiple musicians and classic studio production to create very modern and sweet tracks that reflect his approachable personality. You can find him here: Website: https://andrewhoytmusic.com Bandcamp: https://andrewhoytmusic.bandcamp.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewhoytmusic/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andrewhoytmusic/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewhoytmusic?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_X0rknXFFA Don't forget to check out our Rock the Chalk 2020 Playlist! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOQcOcsJO4b7AEgkC1Us9s4TjDIKa89fp YOUTUBE.COM Andrew Hoyt - Lucky Duck

Over the next few weeks, we’re excited to share our home money smarts series! Check in to learn how to lower your spending on home costs. 💰🏘️ Tip #1: If you’re renting, make sure you know exactly what you’re being charged for. Some utility fees can be “hidden” in the rent agreement - and can throw off your budget for the month if you aren’t aware. It pays to take an extra look at your lease!

It's weird if your bank emails you about aliens, 'cause #BanksNeverAskThat. Even weirder? Your bank emailing you for your PIN. That's a scam. See what else banks never ask: bit.ly/2Dt8bCD

On this #gratitudefriday, we are celebrating Brandi Renteria, Personal Banker at our Burlington, Iowa, location. Brandi recently completed her MBA and we couldn't be more proud of her and all our employees who commit to learning constantly so they can continually improve. Congratulations, Brandi!

Our next home money smarts tip is brought to you by...forgetting to turn off your bedroom light when you’re gone for the weekend. 🤦 Tip #3: Try these utility cost-cutting tricks to save on your bill each month: ❄️ Keep your AC off when you’re not home, or set it on a timer! Same goes for heat in the winter. 📞 Look into alternative phone plans to make sure yours is budget-friendly! 🧼 Save water by using your dishwasher, but don’t dry your dishes in the washer — it takes a lot of electricity.

Did you know October is National Cybersecurity Month? Throughout the month we'll be sharing lots of tips to keep your identity and information safe. Let's kick things off with the #BanksNeverAskThat quiz: bit.ly/2Dt8bCD

The best gifts are ones that: 1) keep on giving, and 2) you give yourself. 🎁 Both of those apply to the rewards we offer with ScoreCard Rewards! Treat yourself when you redeem your points for cash back, merchandise, or travel. Learn more about our rewards card here: https://bit.ly/2Gaa9cl

A huge congratulations to Melissa Payne, 2nd Vice President, Service Center and Virtual Banking! She was recently named on the Forty Under 40 list by the Corridor Business Journal. 🎉 We are so thrilled to have her on our team and excited to see where the future takes her. Help us congratulate Melissa on her achievement!

Stay alert: here are the three most common ways people get hit by bank scams. Visit https://www.banksneveraskthat.com/ to learn more about avoiding scams. #banksneveraskthat

From award-winning spirits to locally crafted wines, Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery is known for its authenticity. We’re proud to have supported that authenticity by helping out Cedar Ridge Winery during the pandemic. 💚 We love helping local businesses thrive!

Getting unusual texts from your bank? Sounds phishy. Test your scam IQ with the #BanksNeverAskThat quiz: bit.ly/3fHUUU9

As our world begins to open back up, remember to notify us if you’re crossing state lines for a trip (or move)! 🛣️ You’ll avoid a block on your card and a whole lot of inconvenience. Stay safe! 👋

Today is the American Bankers Association's Get Smart About Credit Day. Take a few moments to learn more about credit and borrowing on our website under financial education: https://midwestone.learnbanzai.com/ MIDWESTONE.LEARNBANZAI.COM Financial Wellness Center

Banks never ask "Do you like peanut butter smooth or crunchy?" They'll never text, email, or call you to verify your PIN either. Think you can outsmart the scammers? Take the #BanksNeverAsk quiz to find out: bit.ly/2Dt8bCD

The holiday season is officially about to begin, and while this is a time for celebration, it is important to remember fraudsters do not take a holiday! We've compiled some steps you can take to protect yourself during this season.

Johns Grocery is an iconic staple of downtown Iowa City. Meet the family who’s owned it for 72 years: Doug and his son JD, who plans to take over the business one day! We’re so proud to have supported John’s Grocery through expansion, renovation, succession planning, and so much more. It’s been rewarding to watch them grow, and we can’t wait for their next chapter!

We sponsor the Banzai Financial Literacy program for students across our footprint and we love hearing from educators who value the program! Money management is an important life skill and we're happy to play a part in helping these students achieve success.

This holiday season, we’re bringing you a tip series on how to give back. Check in to find financially smart ways to donate to charity! 🎁 Tip #1: Just as you budget for the things you need and want, you can budget for giving! Putting aside a specific amount for the charities of your choice will make you more likely to follow through with a donation.

The holidays are almost here! ❄️ It’s an exciting time of year, but it can also be an expensive one. If thinking about all your upcoming holiday shopping is overwhelming, here are three ways you can prepare right now.

The safety of our customers, employees, and communities is our highest priority. Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreaks, many of our offices have limited lobby access until further notice. Drive-ups are open where available. Please refer to our website at www.midwestone.bank for a complete list of our locations and hours. MIDWESTONE.BANK Simply Better Banking | Home Mortgage | Trust Services | Business

This month we are focusing on bettering our budgets with #FinancialU tips that link to financial education resources on our website. We're kicking things off with a useful tip about recognizing that higher cost doesn't always mean higher quality. Read more at: https://midwestone.learnbanzai.com/wellness/resources/quality-vs-cost

We're celebrating the American Heart Association's #WearRedDay. Our team is decked out in red today to remind you to make your health a priority and encourage the women in your life to do the same. If you're wearing red today, please share a photo in the comments!

Due to the impending inclement weather, many of our Iowa locations will be closing early today, February 4. Please visit the locations page on our website for details: https://www.midwestone.bank/locations MIDWESTONE.BANK Locations

Due to the impending inclement weather, the following Iowa locations will close at 3:00 PM today, January 25: All Johnson County offices, West Liberty, West Des Moines and Windsor Heights. Additionally, ALL Iowa locations will delay opening until 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 26. For the most current location hours, please visit our website: https://www.midwestone.bank/locations MIDWESTONE.BANK Locations

We will be closed on Monday, January 18, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend!

Happy New Year! Here are some of our New Year's resolutions. Please share yours in the comments.