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Agriculture serves as a fundamental cornerstone of our communities. At NebraskaLand Bank our Ag Lenders understand the unique challenges and opportunities that farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness owners face daily. We take pride in our team of experienced Ag Lenders who are deeply passionate about fostering the growth and sustainability of agriculture in rural communities. We're shining a spotlight on our skilled lenders, their backgrounds, and how they bring valuable expertise to our clients.

Exciting news for prospective homeowners in Nebraska! The Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) is reopening its Homeownership Set-Aside Program (HSP) and introducing a new grant program - the Homeownership Possibilities Expanded (HOPE) Program on March 4, 2024.

We are proud to support the organizations that tirelessly work towards improving the quality of life in our community. The My Fair Share program serves as an exemplary model of how individuals can directly benefit these organizations. Every year, employees of NebraskaLand Bank nominate local organizations to receive monetary donations. They have the freedom to choose which organizations to support by donating a percentage of their pay throughout the year. In this blog post, we will showcase the recipients of the 2023 My Fair Share Program.

Mike discusses the current economic situation marked by high inflation rates due to labor and material shortages, massive government funding, and record low interest rates. To combat this, the Federal Reserve has raised the benchmark federal funds rates, resulting in higher mortgage rates and increased home construction costs. However, indicators such as an inverted yield curve and slowing consumer spending and GDP suggest that inflation is declining, and rates are expected to fall significantly in the future, aligning with historical trends.

Tune in to the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast for the newest season featuring five informative and entertaining episodes. Co-hosts, Ty Lucas and Danielle Remus chatted with business leaders and innovators from all corners of our community. Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the area, you'll want to check out these episodes to learn about these outstanding businesses, entertainment hotspots and delicious food finds in North Platte.

While consumers are constantly bombarded with electronic ads, and the dangers of online scams, the average buyer has evolved and will research before signing the dotted line. Other lending and insurance marketers have resorted to purchasing consumer information to seem legitimate.

NebraskaLand Bank has recently received the honor of being ranked in the American Bankers, Best Banks to Work For in 2023. It is an incredible achievement, and we are incredibly proud to have been recognized for the fifth year in a row.  This achievement is not only because of the efforts of the management and leadership team but also due to the dedicated hard work of our employees who always strive towards excellence.

Get ready to find the ultimate gifts for your loved ones with NebraskaLand Bank’s Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide 2023! We've tapped into our team's shopping expertise to bring you their destinations for shopping locally this holiday season. Don't miss out on the perfect gifts – in your community.

An HSA is a tax-favored savings account for individuals and families covered by a high-deductible health plan (HDHP). Contributions to an HSA are tax-deductible and distributions are tax-free if used for qualified medical expenses.

As a business owner, fraud is always a top concern. With so many financial transactions happening daily, fraudulent activity can go unnoticed. That's why it's essential to have reliable fraud-protection tools in place – tools like NebraskaLand Bank's Positive Pay solution. In this blog post, we'll take an in-depth look at how Positive Pay can help protect your business from financial fraud.