Late last month, State Bank of Cross Plains partnered with Zelle as part of its ongoing commitment to providing customers the very best in mobile and digital banking technology. Following is some detail about what Zelle is, how it works, and why we are so excited to offer access to it within our experience.
Topics: Online & Mobile Banking, Digital wallet, Technology
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Cybercriminals are counting on us to be distracted and let our guard down. If we do, they can trick us into handing over our personal or financial information using one of their favorite tactics – phishing.
Topics: Security & Fraud, Credit Card, Digital wallet
The snow is beginning to melt, the days are getting longer ... spring is definitely in the air! Every year at this time, millions of Americans set about organizing their houses and tackling projects that they've put off over the winter. But what about your financial house; is that in order? Now is the perfect time to review and, if necessary, clean up your personal finances, to ensure that your spring is filled more with sunshine than rain clouds.
Topics: Online & Mobile Banking, Community Banking, Credit Card, Digital wallet
In Working With a Financial Advisor, It Pays to Start Early
One of the best things you can do for yourself early in your adult life is start planning your financial future. Some of you are probably thinking you’ve got plenty of time to work on that, but in this instance, time can be your worst enemy. A great starting point is developing a relationship with a trustworthy, knowledgeable, professional financial advisor – someone with whom you’ll develop a financial map for your future, who’ll help you get a feel for the road, and who’ll be there to guide you through any detours you encounter along your way.
Topics: Financial Planning, Retirement, Digital wallet, Retirement Planning, Saving, Budget
State Bank of Cross Plains’ personal online banking system has many useful tools and features – you can access your accounts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; transfer funds between your accounts; pay bills right from your home or mobile device; and so much more! We want it to be easy for you to navigate our website, so here are some tips that will help you gain confidence along your way to becoming a master of online banking.
Topics: Online & Mobile Banking, Digital wallet
Graduating from college can be both an exciting and nerve-racking experience. The euphoria you feel upon receiving that hard-earned degree can quickly give way to the harsh reality of student loans and real-world expenses. What you do with your finances upon graduation is extremely important. Think about these three things as you prepare.
Topics: Financial Planning, Digital wallet, Saving
Per a 2017 survey commissioned by the American Bankers Association, two-thirds of Americans use mobile or online banking as the primary means of accessing their accounts, leaning heavily on smartphones and computers to pull up their bank information. Not surprisingly, perhaps, both devices are popular targets for online fraudsters itching to pilfer people’s personal data.
Topics: Online & Mobile Banking, Security & Fraud, Digital wallet
With winter showing no mercy this year, many Wisconsinites will try to seek refuge in warmer climates over spring break. State Bank of Cross Plains wants to help you access your money safely and conveniently while away from home.
Topics: Online & Mobile Banking, Credit Card, Digital wallet
We’ve all been there….that moment when you realize you left your wallet in your other pants. Or the times you wish you didn’t have to carry your whole purse.
There’s definitely a convenience factor to digital payments using your smart phone, but did you know that it’s also a safer option in most cases?
Topics: Credit Card, Digital wallet
There are many things to think about financially when sending a child off to college:
- Saving for college
- Loans
- Scholarships (#fingerscrossed)
- Filling out the FAFSA (financial aid)
However, one piece of the financial puzzle that often gets overlooked is how you will quickly and easily send money to your child when they are away from home – and their home bank.
One easy solution is a digital payment tool called Popmoney®.
Topics: Online & Mobile Banking, Digital wallet