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There are as many ideas about budgeting as there are financial writers. While it’s important to find a system...read more

An annual financial checkup is as important for your finances as a physical is for your health. You can review your financial goals, determine where you are in reaching them, and make...read more

The holidays are here, leaving many of us wondering what on earth to give as gifts. We browse the “gift set” aisle...read more

As long as people have money, there will be criminals devising new ways to take it. As consumers are becoming more knowledgeable about “phishing” attempts, some scammers...read more

After you open your account, it’s important to keep track of your money. Today there are more ways than ever to monitor your account and avoid unnecessary fees....read more

It's never too early to teach your kids about handling finances,...read more

Mid-November is a great time to start preparing for year-end....read more

Watch this short video (Hint, it's not just about the popcorn and dog treats)...read more

Starting your own business is stressful. In addition to being an expert in your field, you’ll need to become an expert about your company’s finances. Understanding money management is important, even if you’ll be using a bookkeeper to manage your books....read more

NEW CASTLE, IN, October 12, 2018: Each year, Citizens State Bank holds an Employee “Fun Day” Appreciation event. This year’s celebration was held at the Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Muncie. The following...read more

You realize the important role an IRA can play in your retirement, so which type of IRA should you use – Traditional or Roth? And what’s the difference?...read more

“Planning for retirement” may seem like one of the most daunting financial tasks we face, but it’s also one of the most important. Fewer than half of Americans have calculated how much they need to save for retirement, which can lead to some avoidable problems....read more

When a scammer uses fraudulent emails, texts, or copycat websites to get you to share your personal information, it’s called phishing....read more

Most people start their banking journey with a checking and savings account. (“Deposit” accounts.) A checking account gives you easy access to your money – this is where most of your deposits and withdrawals (“transactions”) take place....read more

Everyone knows they need to put money into savings – to buy a home, pay for unexpected expenses, for retirement – but while we may have good intentions, there’s often nothing left from our paychecks to save. This is where one of the best, and easiest, ways to save money comes in – Paying Yourself First....read more