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For Peace of Mind: Launching an Insurance Agency with Purpose

For Peace of Mind: Launching an Insurance Agency with Purpose

Posted On: April 23, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Business, Community

  Driven by a passion for community impact and aligned with the values of American Family Insurance, Hanna Sellner established her own business in 2023, Hanna Sellner Agency, LLC, to offer personalized insurance solutions. Her endeavor is built upon her background in account management, sales roles, and her ties to community through coaching high school volleyball at Regis Catholic School in Eau Claire. Hanna’s office is guided by the core values of accountability, empathy, and trustworthiness.
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For Peace of Mind: Launching an Insurance Agency with Purpose

For Peace of Mind: Launching an Insurance Agency with Purpose

Posted On: April 23, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Business, Community

 

Driven by a passion for community impact and aligned with the values of American Family Insurance, Hanna Sellner established her own business in 2023, Hanna Sellner Agency, LLC, to offer personalized insurance solutions. Her endeavor is built upon her background in account management, sales roles, and her ties to community through coaching high school volleyball at Regis Catholic School in Eau Claire.

Hanna’s office is guided by the core values of accountability,...

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Tags: Business Buzz, Business Feature, Launching an Insurance Agency

Empowering the Next Generation with Financial Literacy

Empowering the Next Generation with Financial Literacy

Posted On: April 3, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Banking

 

(2025) At Prevail Bank, we believe investing in the future means providing the next generation with essential financial skills. That’s why we proudly support and partner with local K-12 Junior Achievement (JA) programs and participate in the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation’s Reading Raises Interest event every year.

Through funds and personnel, we help ensure money management curriculums, instruction guides, classroom materials and activities are available to...

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Tags: financial education, financial literacy, Savings TIps

Securing Your Business Loan: A Dual Perspective on Building Trust with Your Lender

Securing Your Business Loan: A Dual Perspective on Building Trust with Your Lender

Posted On: April 1, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Business

 

When seeking financing for your business, it’s crucial to remember that the relationship between you and your lender is a two-way street. While the bank evaluates your creditworthiness and ability to repay, you also have the opportunity to demonstrate that you’re a reliable partner. As a lender, I understand the importance of these interactions. But as someone who also sits on the side of the table as a customer, I know how vital it is to present yourself in a way...

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Tags: Business Tips, Securing Your Business Loan

How to Handle the Bank Accounts of a Deceased Loved One

How to Handle the Bank Accounts of a Deceased Loved One

Posted On: March 31, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Banking

A Step-by-Step Guide

(2025) Losing a loved one is never easy, and along with the emotional toll, there are often practical matters that need to be handled. One of the things that might come up in the days and weeks following a death is the management of their bank accounts. While it can feel overwhelming, taking things one step at a time can make the process smoother. Here’s a simple guide to help you navigate this difficult task with care and clarity.

1. Get the Death Certificate

Before...

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Tags: Bank Accounts, financial education

Local Mortgage Lenders vs Online Lenders

Local Mortgage Lenders vs Online Lenders

Posted On: March 17, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Home Loans

 

In today’s digital world, we can do just about everything online—grocery shopping, ordering takeout, even buying a car. And yes, getting a mortgage, too. But when it comes to something as big as buying a home, is online really the best way to go?

At Prevail Bank, we believe there’s something invaluable about working with a local mortgage lender—someone who knows you, your community, and is there when you need them. We believe in the value of real...

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Tags: First Time Home Buyer, First-Time Homebuyer, Local Mortgage Lender, Mortgage Tips

Business Buzz Feature - Fresh Cut Lawn Care & Snow Removal, LLC

Business Buzz Feature - Fresh Cut Lawn Care & Snow Removal, LLC

Posted On: March 11, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Business

 

Sometimes, the most incredible journeys start with the simplest of steps. For Alec and Dylan Tutton, it boiled down to three key things: the satisfaction of a completed project, the power of customer referrals, and the strength of the relationships they’ve built.

The Tutton brothers started doing lawn care in high school to make some extra money. They spent their summers biking to neighborhood houses where they’d cut grass or do other small landscaping projects....

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Tags: Business Buzz, Business Feature, Small Business

Protecting Your Finances: Staying Safe from Social Security Scams

Protecting Your Finances: Staying Safe from Social Security Scams

Posted On: March 3, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Banking, Fraud

 

(2025) There is a serious issue out there that affects many people across the country: Social Security scams. At Prevail Bank, we're committed to safeguarding your financial well-being, and that includes helping you stay informed about these deceptive practices. Scammers are constantly changing-up their tactics. We must stay vigilant; we must continually learn and understand how to identify and avoid these schemes.

These scams often involve sophisticated methods...

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Tags: financial education, Protecting Your Finances, Savings TIps, Social Security Scams

Fretting About Retirement? It's Time for a Plan!

Fretting About Retirement? It's Time for a Plan!

Posted On: March 3, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Banking

 

As you enter your 40s and 50s, retirement may start to feel closer than ever. While it’s never too late to begin planning for your future, the choices you make in this stage of life can have a huge impact on how well-prepared you’ll be for retirement. Whether you're looking to retire at 60 or 70, the goal is to set yourself up for financial stability and peace of mind. Miguel Baldemor, Relationship Banker at the Prevail Bank Stevens Point branch provides some tips...

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Tags: Plan for Retirement, retirement

Free Community Shred Days Scheduled at Nine Prevail Bank Branches

Free Community Shred Days Scheduled at Nine Prevail Bank Branches

Posted On: February 26, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Community

 

(2025) Shredding of confidential information is strongly encouraged as a safeguard against identity theft. Knowing this, Prevail Bank is offering the communities it serves an opportunity to shred their papers free-of-charge on the designated dates and times listed below.

As an added community benefit, Prevail Bank intends to donate $1 for every pound of paper shredded, at each of its locations, up to a $1,000 each to a local nonprofit.

So, you are not just...

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Tags: Free Community Shred Days, free document shredding, Free Shred Day, Shred Days

Finding the Right Home Loan: FHA, USDA, VA, or Conventional?

Finding the Right Home Loan: FHA, USDA, VA, or Conventional?

Posted On: February 7, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Home Loans

 

Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but the variety of loan options can feel overwhelming. Let’s break down the differences between FHA, USDA, VA, and conventional home loans to help you decide which might be the best fit for you.

FHA Loans What are they?

Backed by the Federal Housing Administration, FHA loans are designed for buyers with moderate incomes or less-than-perfect credit.

Benefits: Low down payments (as low as 3.5%). Flexible...
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Tags: Finding the Right Home Loan, Home Loans, Mortgage Tips

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