Staying Secure
In today’s world, there are risks for your finances and identity. Here are tips and resources to help you recognize those potential hazards and prevent potential loss.

The Importance of Small Businesses
For years, Central Oregon has been known as the land of small business. In fact in 2016, Bend ranked #1 in Forbes’ annual look at the Best Small Places for Business and Careers. In Oregon, small businesses account for 98% of all firms, employ over half the state's...

Do you pay your child an allowance?
An allowance gives you the opportunity to give your child some experience with money. It allows him or her to see how choices have consequences and plan for the future. And perhaps most importantly, it gives kids a chance to make mistakes while the stakes are relatively low.

Start Small with Emergency Fund
Emergency Fund- Start Small, Think Big! Many people wonder how they can build an emergency fund when they’re trying to pay off their debts. It isn't as hard as you might think. The strategy is to start small, change a few habits, and change your mindset. If you're...