Posted On: December 20, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Community
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$20,885 split between nine local nonprofits this holiday season
Posted On: December 20, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Community
(2024) Another season is upon us, and how wonderful it is to take a moment to remember the blessings of this year. The fast pace of our busy lives makes each moment so precious! It is also an honor to share that this year will be a little brighter for those in need. Between the generosity and compassion of our patrons and Prevail Bank, $20,885 will be split between nine local nonprofits!!
Through our Holiday Matching Funds campaign, monetary donations were...
Buying a Home Without Having 20% is Possible
Posted On: December 9, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Home Loans
(Updated Dec 2024) While putting 20% down on a home loan is the most cost-efficient option long-term, we understand that down payments can be difficult for many borrowers to make. To assist home buyers who are unable to put at least 20% down on a home loan, Prevail Bank offers what is called Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI for short. PMI does come with monthly premiums that are often included in the monthly mortgage...
Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Prevail Bank
Posted On: November 5, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Community
Giving Tuesday, happening this year on December 3, 2024, is all about generosity, kindness, and uplifting our communities. At Prevail Bank, we’re thrilled to kick off the holiday season with our own way of giving back—through our Holiday Matching Funds campaign!
From November 12 to December 6, each of our nine branches will collect public donations for nine incredible local nonprofits. And here’s the exciting part: For every...
Survive Winter & the Holidays with Our Helpful Savings Tips
Posted On: November 5, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Banking
With inflation driving up costs, many people are struggling to prepare for winter and the holiday season. Here are tips to help you save money and stay financially secure:
Lower Your Heating Costs Lower the thermostat: Dropping it by 1°F can cut 3% off your bill. A bigger drop (10-15°F) for 8 hours daily can save 5-15%. Use a programmable thermostat for convenience. Turn down your water heater: Lowering it to 120°F can reduce costs by 4-22%. Shortening...Proudly Supporting our Communities - Spring 2023
Posted On: November 5, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Community
(Spring 2023) At Prevail Bank, our goal is to help our customers, communities and employees pursue what’s possible. Being a community bank means that we are always looking for ways to enhance the quality of life in our surrounding communities. We believe that through the power of donation, we can continuously play a part in the success of local organizations, and in the community as a whole. Those organizations that applied and received a Charitable Contribution this spring...
Stay Savvy: How to Avoid Holiday Online Shopping Scams
Posted On: October 30, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Banking
The holiday season is a time for joy, festivities, and shopping! While online shopping offers convenience, it also comes with risks. Scammers use this busy season to trick people out of their hard-earned money. At Prevail Bank, we want you to shop safely. Here’s how to spot online shopping scams and protect yourself.
1. Red Flags for Online Shopping ScamsToo-Good-To-Be-True Deals: Extremely low prices on high-demand items are often scams. If the price seems...
Prepare for Your Tax Return
Posted On: October 28, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Banking
Take a proactive approach to your taxes by preparing for your tax forms arrival and filing early. A few reasons why you should file as early as you can:
You’ll receive your tax refund quicker. Gives you more time to prepare payment for any taxes you owe. Provides you with important financial information. Helps prevent tax return identity theft from occurring. Where to Find Your Tax Form Data from Prevail Bank On Your Computer Click the Accounts...Prevail Bank Invests $93,650 in Local Community Initiatives
Posted On: October 18, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Community
(Fall 2024) At Prevail Bank, community is at the heart of everything we do. That's why we're excited to invest $93,650 in local organizations through our Charitable Contributions Program! As a community bank, our mission extends beyond banking—we're here to help our communities grow and thrive. Whether it's supporting nonprofits or funding impactful programs, we're dedicated to making a difference for our neighbors.
Here’s how our contributions...
Account takeovers are on the rise. What can you do about it?
Posted On: October 10, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Banking
What is an Account Takeover?
An account takeover occurs when cyber criminals gain control of your online accounts using stolen credentials. They typically purchase consumer PII (Personally Identifiable Information) from the dark web, which is often sourced from data breaches, phishing scams, or malware. PII includes information like your name, address, email, phone number, date of birth, social media login details, and passwords.
Once a criminal has access to this...
90 Years of Growth: To Our Customers We Say, 'Thank You'
Posted On: September 25, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Banking, Community
This month we celebrate nine decades of banking and helping our communities grow. Over the last 90 years, the bank has grown from one Federal Savings and Loan Association in Medford with $2,881 in assets, to over $930,000,000 in assets and nine Wisconsin locations from as far south as Baraboo to the beautiful Northwoods of Phillips. In 2019, we added three new branches and commercial lending and business deposits to the bank’s product mix to help make Prevail Bank a true...