Archive - November 2017

As the holidays roll up, customers buying items online increases exponentially. Unfortunately, cyber attacks and identity theft also increase with that number. That’s why the professionals at Peoples Trust & Savings Bank have come up with some helpful tips and tricks to stay safe when shopping online this holiday season!

Don’t Use Unknown Wireless Networks

If you are in a coffee shop or airport and a network pops up for you to connect...

Let’s face it, Black Friday—and Cyber Monday—aren’t for everyone. You rise at the crack of dawn and either have to fight the crowds or hope you have faster WiFi than other shoppers.

Luckily, these aren’t your only options when it comes to getting deals around the holidays. People’s Trust & Savings Bank has compiled this list of online resources to help you stretch your gift-buying dollar:

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The spring semester is quickly approaching, and with the impending holiday break what better way to spend your time than searching for scholarships? While it may not be on the top of your to do list over your break to take the time to find and apply for scholarships, taking this initiative can pay off in the long run. Most college graduates leave with a diploma in one hand and $27,857, on average of student loan debt in the other. Help yourself reduce that amount with these scholarship hunting...

PEOPLES TRUST & SAVINGS BANK TO HOST 11TH ANNUAL “WAUKEE’S WONDERLAND” ON DECEMBER 9TH

Waukee, IA – Peoples Trust & Savings Bank, a Central Iowa-based full-service small community bank with 9 branches, announced they will be hosting their 11th Annual Waukee’s Wonderland on December 9th from 10AM until 1PM at 1185 SE University Ave. in Waukee.

As a free event open to the public, Waukee’s Wonderland...

When fall hits, that means that the holidays are approaching. During these special occasions, kids are exposed to a different setting where they get gifts, large meals, cards, and more. That’s why Peoples Trust & Savings Bank believes that this time of the year is a great opportunity to teach your children about money. Below are a few ideas on how to incorporate your children into the holiday financial mix!

Identify the costs of the holiday season.

Gifts...