Financial Education
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We've Updated Our ATMs!
We're excited to announce that we've recently updated our entire fleet of 3Rivers ATMs! Our updated machines feature enhanced security and the ability to make cash and check deposits, too.
Online & Mobile Banking
How-Tuesday: How to Prepare Your Home for Summer
We always hear about preparing our home for the colder months - to prevent higher heating costs, frozen pipes, and other cold-weather tragedies, but it's equally important to prepare your home for the heat in order to save money and stress from potential seasonal-related damages and extra energy costs. If you're living in the Midwest, here are a few things you'll want to take care of over the next several weeks.
Personal Finance
Deciding on What Type of Home to Buy
Once you’ve made the decision to buy your own home, visited 3Rivers to make sure you can arrange financing, and speak with a loan officer to determine how much home you can afford, what’s next? The fun part!
Mortgage & Home Loans
Money Monday: 5 Ways You SHOULD Be Using Your Work Bonus
There's nothing quite like finding yourself with an extra chunk of change (no matter how large or how small.) Perhaps it's a quarterly or holiday bonus, a nice tax refund, or just an unexpected birthday check from the grandparents - any additional income that finds its way to you can put you in a better position financially, assuming you use it wisely!
Personal Finance
Debt Management
A Parent's Guide to Student Loan Options, Co-Signing & Having Conversations About Paying the Bills
As the cost of college continues to rise, students are having to look for more avenues to help pay for school. Throughout this process, they’ll be turning to their parents and guardians for guidance in helping them make the smartest decisions when it comes to borrowing money—and paying off those debts later. It’s crucial that parents and guardians have a clear vision of the level of involvement they’ll have in helping their children take out and pay off loans before having these discussions.
Student Loans
7 Steps to Finding the Perfect Scholarships for You
Scholarships are one of the best ways to earn free money for your higher education. Not sure how to get started in finding the best scholarship options for you? Follow these easy steps and you'll be applying to several in no time!
College & Trade School Preparation
Wellness Wednesday: 10 Ways to Improve Your Health Without Spending a Dime
Achieving a healthy lifestyle doesn't have to cost a fortune. In fact, there are many ways you can improve your mental, physical, and emotional well-being without spending anything at all!
Budgeting & Planning