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Protect Your Privacy: Opt Out of ‘Trigger Leads’
How Credit Inquiries Can Lead to Unwanted Calls At Waypoint Bank, we take your financial security seriously, and that extends beyond providing loans for your needs. We've recently learned about a concerning issue from some of our valued customers. We want to ensure...
Avoid Debt While Enjoying the Holiday Festivities
The holiday season is a time of joy, love, and giving. But it can also be a time when our wallets feel a bit lighter. With all the gift-giving, parties, and celebrations, it's easy to overspend and end up in debt. But fear not! We have some simple and friendly tips to...
Teaching Kids About Checks & Balances
Nurturing Financial Responsibility Teaching financial responsibility to young people is more crucial than ever. And, financial literacy is not just about understanding the value of money. It's about equipping the next generation with the skills and knowledge they need...
Celebrating 140 Years of Community Banking
Our Look Back, and Forward, at Community Banking Waypoint Bank is honored to celebrate its 140th anniversary. What started out as just one humble, yet determined, bank in Cozad, Neb. in 1883, has grown into a family of seven branches in Nebraska and Colorado. We’ve...
Giving Back Shapes Our Bank and Community
As a family-owned, community bank, Waypoint Bank encourages our employees to actively give back to the communities we serve. Some examples of giving back include supporting nonprofit organizations by donating, volunteering, and sponsoring events. Other ways to give...
What is a Notary and How Can One Help You?
Have you ever needed to get something notarized and not sure why or what to do? Purchasing a home, filing divorce papers, or writing a will are just a few instances when you might need a notary. A notary serves as a witness when an important or legal document is being...
Test Your Financial Literacy
National Financial Awareness Day is August 14 – a designated day to review your financial planning. Take steps towards improving your financial literacy, which includes knowing how to save, invest, spend, and budget your money. You want to be smart when it comes to...
The Benefits of Community Banking
Community Banking In an era of big banks, there's something special about banking with a family-owned community bank. These banks, deeply rooted in their communities, offer unique advantages that set them apart from larger institutions. Read below about the benefits...
Scam Alert! IRS Warns of Deceptive Mailing
In an effort to keep our Waypoint Bank community safe and aware, we want to share a recent warning that has been distributed from the IRS of a new scam involving a mailing that serves to deceive recipients into believing they are entitled to a tax refund. The mailing...
Succession Planning in Agribusiness Succession
Thinking about passing on your farm business can be emotional and overwhelming, even if you plan on keeping the business within the family. Although you may not be retiring anytime soon, you should consider putting a succession plan in place. It’s important to clearly...