Holidays

The holiday season is almost here, and we know that it can be a financially stressful time of year. Between gift-giving, entertaining, and travel, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement and overspend. But with a little planning and discipline, you can enjoy the holidays without breaking the bank. Let’s dive into 8 tips and tricks for saving money now: Tip 1: Start Early The key to saving money for the holidays is to start early. Don't wait until December to start thinking Read More

Online shopping and in-store deals will bring everyone out this holiday season. This also means that with the shoppers come criminals. Identity theft is on the rise with all the different ways information can be stolen. Exchange Bank of Northeast Missouri wanted to offer these top tips this season to help you keep your identity safe and secure. Use Secure Sites When you see an ‘s’ at the end of ‘http’ in the URL, that means the site has an SSL.  This means it’s Read More

When winter hits, that means that the holidays are approaching. During these special occasions, kids are exposed to a different setting where they get gifts, large meals, cards, and more. That’s why Exchange Bank of Northeast Missouri believes that this time of the year is a great opportunity to teach your children about money. Below are a few ideas on how to incorporate your children into the holiday financial mix! Identify the costs of the holiday season. Gifts are a big cost, Read More

‘Tis the season - for shopping that is! With three of the largest days in retail behind us, statistics show that Americans are shopping online now more than ever. At Exchange Bank of Northeast Missouri, we want to help protect your information while shopping online, and offer these simple tips to keep you safe:     Never Use Public Wifi. While this can certainly be tempting at times, public wifi is often open to a variety of people. These individuals  will have the Read More