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Scam alert!

Mortgage Scams

The housing market has been the topic of discussion for the last year. Interest rates are low, emotions are high, and scammers are taking advantage. This time they’re sending letters like the one below. The letter claims that you have...
Behavioral finance with Dr. Daniel Crosby.

How your behavior impacts your investing

Common Cents on the Prairie™

So, you’re just getting into the finance game. You do your own trading on Robinhood. You’re always watching the markets, looking for the next big thing. It might seem like you’ve found a way to make your own money, with...
The team at Reflection Detail in Sioux Falls.

Detailer’s dream comes true

For most people, cleaning a vehicle probably doesn’t extend much beyond vacuuming, wiping down the surfaces, and a wash. But, Patrick Golay isn’t most people. He and his team at Reflection Detail give whatever drives into their shop a complete...
A college student sitting in the grass while on their phone.

Banking in college

When you go to college, a lot of things change. You’ll find yourself searching for classes, making new friends, and trying to remember where you parked your car. One thing you shouldn’t have to worry about is finding a new...
A house in Sioux Falls, SD.

Should I buy a home right now?

Common Cents on the Prairie™

Whether you’re trying to buy your first home or you’re ready to upgrade, the housing market is hot. Homes are selling for tens of thousands of dollars over asking price, inspections are being waived, contingencies dropped, and some homes are...
A newly remodeled kitchen.

How to make upgrades to your home make financial sense

Marit and Charlie Moberg started their search for a home in Sioux Falls in 2016. It eventually led them to a 1954 Rambler home. When Marit first stepped foot inside, she said, “Well, not this house. This is so bad.”...
A hand holding a bitcoin, and a phone in the background showing markets.

What you should know about the market, low interest rates, and cryptocurrencies

Common Cents on the Prairie™

When you watch the news, read the headlines, or scroll social media, anything related to the financial sector can seem like an absolute rollercoaster. From low interest rates, volatility in the stock market, or even the current housing market, people...
A group of First National Bank teammates.

Ready for a change? Join our team!

Are you or someone you know looking to make a career switch? Well, look no further than right here! Whether you’ve worked in your current position for years or you’re a new grad entering the job market, First National Bank...
A person handing papers and a pen across a desk.

Do I have the wrong type of life insurance?

Common Cents on the Prairie™

No one wants to think about dying. Of course, it’s a genuine concern. That’s why life insurance is one of the most important financial decisions we can make, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. There’s lots of jargon...
Lane Reecy, ag banker at The First National Bank in Sioux Falls.

New ag banker in Dell Rapids

First on the Farm Newsletter

We are excited to welcome Lane Reecy, the newest member of our FNB Ag Banking team. Lane will be starting out as an ag banking trainee and after learning different sides of the Bank, he’ll be an ag banker at...
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