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What Financial Apps Are Actually Helpful?

here's a few digital tools and apps that local banking professionals say are worth the download

Budgeting has likely always been a sometimes frustrating, often vulnerable experience, whether as an individual or in a relationship/family dynamic. With the abundance of supposed digital “tools” out there, one kind that, while appealing, is saturated: financial apps ...

Free Things To Check Out (Beyond Books) From The E.C. Public Library

your favorite four-letter 'F' word: FREE!

In planning for this year’s “On The Money” guide in Volume One, the wallet-pinching most folks are enduring right now couldn’t be ignored. I thought about drumming up a “cheap eats” roundup in the area (reality check: it’s tough for restaurants and food servicers too right now, and most meals are over $10 a pop right now) or a “cheap things to do” list.But what’s better than free? Not much, I’d bet. And the best place to go for free quality goods ...

Put Your Money To Work

Royal Credit Union’s high-yield savings account helps members reach their goals faster

Saving money is one thing, and making sure that money is actually growing is another. Whether you’re building an emergency fund, saving for a future purchase, or simply looking for a better place to keep your funds, finding the right savings account can make a real difference. We connected with Courtney Ricci, branch manager at Royal Credit Union’s Altoona office, to talk about how...

Building Business Success On A Solid Foundation

a relationship-first approach with Security Financial Bank allows clients to best understand their financial realities and opportunities for growth

Grady Wold, owner of Trend Stone Surfaces, understands the importance of building a business on a solid foundation. When he needed a financial partner to help expand his granite and quartz countertop business, he turned to Security Financial Bank (SFB), where he works with Scott Erickson, Bloomer market president and commercial relationship manager. As Trend Stone Surfaces has grown over the years, Scott and the SFB team have continued to provide...

Royal Credit Union's Podcast Snags Silver at National Marketing Conference

Money Donuts® just dunked on 450-plus other entries at annual awards showcase

Royal Credit Union’s Money Donuts® podcast just snagged silver at this year’s Marketing Association (MAC) of Credit Unions annual conference, beating out over 450 other entries from about 100 credit unions across the country ...

Security Financial Bank Announces Plans For 25,000-Square-Foot Office in E.C.

Durand-founded financial institution will relocate and expand its corporate office in Eau Claire, plans to break ground in early 2026

In an Oct. 14 media release, SFB shared Eau Claire’s Market & Johnson is scheduled to begin construction on the project in early 2026 with a completion goal of Spring 2027. The new building – which will be located 1610 Princeton Crossing, Eau Claire – will serve as a more modern, expansive site “to accommodate future growth ...

Protect Your Belongings (And Peace Of Mind) With Renters Insurance

don't wait until it's too late, safeguard your temporary home with this affordable solution

From televisions and laptops, to bicycles and camping equipment — even your favorite novel can be protected under renters insurance coverage. Renters insurance proved essential one day this summer, when I came home to water trickling ...

TAKEAWAYS FOR TAXPAYERS: New State Budget Includes Significant Tax Changes

among everything else the biennial budget shifts, shimmies, and shakes, here are some tax-related items to note

While the 2025-27 state budget totals more than 190 pages, there are some glaring changes taxpayers should be aware of. We chatted with Pat Erickson, signing director at the Eau Claire branch of CLA, about ...

What The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" Means For You

Learn what the new law's key tax provisions could mean for your finances

On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was signed into law, making permanent several key tax provisions and introducing new ones that could impact families, retirees, and workers across the country ...

SAVE & SPEND DUO: Save Money While You Spend

Royal Credit Union launches new money-saving offering

Most decisions would be easier if you could have the best of both worlds. Food that tastes great and is healthy for you; a job you love that pays well; saving money while spending it. The latter sounds fictional – but with Royal Credit Union, it’s a reality. Simply put, Royal Credit Union’s new Save & Spend Duo account gives Members the best of both worlds: a checking account and savings account that work together to create automatic savings with every purchase ...