Explore Your Neighborhood This Summer

Summer is a great time to get your family off the couch and get exploring. What better place to start than your own neighborhood? Here are five events that topped our list to check out this summer. Jefferson St. Farmers Market When? May 2 – September 26, every Thursday from 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. The […]

Preparing for Financial Savings before College

Schooling can be an expensive but fruitful endeavor. Trying to save for college can have a profound impact on the amount of expenses you have. Setting aside some money for college things can help you save on student loan debt and give you a better platform for after college when you need to save for […]

Building Your First Financial Plan

Creating your first financial plan can be a daunting task, especially if you have looming student debt, a mortgage, or a new baby to look after! But these same reasons are exactly why you should have a financial plan in place to reduce your monetary stress and ensure where and what your money is going […]

Healthy Money Habits For Kids

With children comes great responsibility. Part of this responsibility is helping teach your kids the importance of understanding their money and how to manage it. Consider these tips to show your children the value of responsible financial decision-making. Allowance: Consider offering your child an allowance to teach them proper money management. With an allowance it […]

Smart Savings Strategies For Your 20s

Saving money in your twenties can be difficult with bills, student loans, and all the extra expenses that come up. Figuring out a budget and sticking with it can help you maintain financial security. Setting up strategies to save in your twenties can help you prepare for things coming in your thirties. Consider these tips […]

Extreme Inclement Weather – Hours of Operation Change

Due to extreme inclement weather, Two Rivers Bank & Trust, Two Rivers Insurance Services, and Employee Benefit Systems will be open with limited hours on Wednesday, 1/30/2019 from 10:00am – 3:00pm, and will reopen on Thursday, 1/31/2019 at 10:00am.

How To Make The Most Of Your Christmas Cash

Often during the holidays, if people aren’t sure what to get a child, people will gift them with cash. Helping your child understand the value of money management at a young age is a great skill to learn. Giving your child options instead of telling them what to do will allow them to make their […]

Getting Back on Budget This Holiday Season

The holiday season is rapidly approaching, which means plenty of expenses are heading your way! If your finances have been falling short over the past few months, it’s time to refocus your priorities and restructure your finances! Here are a few tips to help you get back on budget. Budget – Create a strict budget […]

“Fall into Free” Big Event!

Join us on October 26th for FREE food, FREE Checking and a chance to win a $50 VISA gift card or the grand prize of a $500 VISA gift card! Visit any branch on Friday October 26th for your chance to win. Winners will be drawn on October 29th.   No purchase necessary. One entry per […]

Independent Retailer Month | July 2018

Since 2010, the Saturday after Thanksgiving has been dedicated to supporting small businesses by encouraging Americans to “shop small.” Then, Tom Shay, principal of Profits Plus, and Kerry Bannigan, Co-Founder of Nolcha, banned together in 2011 to establish the first ever Independent Retailer Month. Ever since, we celebrate independent businesses annually during the month of […]

Where to Use Your Mobile Wallet

Gone are the days of running around, scrambling to find your keys, phone, purse, husband, kids, etc. before leaving the house. You have enough on your mind, which is why Two Rivers Bank & Trust offers convenient services, like our Mobile Wallet, to take one less thing off your plate. Now, all you need to […]

Explore Your Neighborhood – Things to do in Iowa this Summer

Have you been bitten by the travel bug? Us too! Summer is the perfect time to get out and explore, and what better place to start than your own neighborhood? Iowa has some fantastic events and attractions for you and your family to take in this summer. So, slap on some sunscreen and hit the […]

Gardening On A Budget

Have some green space in your yard sitting empty? Planting a garden will both beautify your home and provide you with a fresh, and cost-effective, food supply! But before you step foot into your neighborhood garden center, take a look at our wallet friendly tips to grow your crops without shelling out a lot of […]

3 Ways to Use A Home Equity Line of Credit

There are a lot of benefits to owning a home. The biggest, is often the return on investment as most homes increase in value over time. Unlike renting, owning a home produces a return on investment and few people know that you can use your home as equity for virtually anything you need. But, it’s […]

Don’t Bank On Luck to Retire Well

The average age to retire in the United States is 63, according to a recent article from The Balance. And, it’s never too early to start! As of now, Millennials and Gen X-ers are on pace to out save the Baby Boomers. If you haven’t started contributing, maybe it’s because you don’t know where to […]