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Posted On: October 5, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Community

Double Your Impact This Holiday Season: Prevail Bank’s Matching Funds Campaign Returns The holiday season is a time for gratitude, generosity, and helping those who need it most. At Prevail Bank, giving back to our communities is a tradition that's close to our hearts, and we're inviting you to join us in making a meaningful difference this year. Prevail Bank will match donations from November 16 through December 4, through its annual Holiday Matching Funds Campaign up to

Double Your Impact This Holiday Season: Prevail Bank’s Matching Funds Campaign Returns

Posted On: October 5, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Community

Double Your Impact This Holiday Season: Prevail Bank’s Matching Funds Campaign Returns
The holiday season is a time for gratitude, generosity, and helping those who need it most. At Prevail Bank, giving back to our communities is a tradition that's close to our hearts, and we're inviting you to join us in making a meaningful difference this year.

Prevail Bank will match donations from November 16 through December 4, through its annual Holiday Matching Funds...

Tags: Community Effort Led by Prevail Bank, community giving, Community Support, holiday giving, Matching Funds

Mind Your Margins: Why Revenue Growth Doesn’t Always Mean Profit Growth

Posted On: September 24, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management, Business

Mind Your Margins: Why Revenue Growth Doesn’t Always Mean Profit Growth
By Eric Kundinger,
Prevail Bank Vice President; Commercial Lending Officer – Stevens Point
715.254.0595

As a commercial lender, I spend a lot of time reviewing financial statements and talking with business owners about their performance. As a business owner and investor myself, I also get to experience many of those same challenges firsthand.

One...

Tags: Business Banking, Business Buzz, Business Tips, Commercial Financing, Small Business

8 Tips Before Applying for a Mortgage

Posted On: September 24, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Home Loans

8 Tips Before Applying for a Mortgage

A lot goes into applying for a mortgage and deciding whether it is the right time for you. From knowing your budget, researching home loan programs, getting ahead on your debt, increasing your savings, and becoming pre-qualified. All are helpful in making the home buying process successful from start to finish.

Prevail Bank Mortgage Loan Originators Tina Dassow, NMLS# 2156923, and Lana Peterson, NMLS# 1236394, offer...

Tags: First-Time Homebuyer, mortgage, Mortgage Tips

Mortgage Closing Cost: What Can You Expect

Mortgage Closing Costs: What Can You Expect

Posted On: September 22, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Home Loans

Mortgage Closing Costs: What Can You Expect

You found the perfect house, saved for a down payment, and applied for a mortgage. But what types of expenses (mortgage closing costs) can you expect?

To help you prepare, Ruthie Dickinson, NMLS# 2717623, Prevail Bank Mortgage Loan Originator in Stevens Point and Baraboo, Wisconsin provides a list of the possible expenses (closing costs) you might incur when purchasing a home. Some closing costs are typically paid by the seller,...

Tags: First-Time Homebuyer, mortgage closing costs, Mortgage Tips

Prevail Bank Ecycling Events - Communities Rally to Keep 39,518 Pounds of E-Waste Out of Landfills

Posted On: September 3, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Community

Prevail Bank Hosts Free Ecycling Events 19.7 Tons Saved: Communities Rally to Keep 39,518 Pounds of E-Waste Out of Landfills
Thanks to the incredible participation from our communities, a total of 39,518 pounds, or 19.7 tons, of electronics were collected and kept out of landfills during Prevail Bank’s free E-cycling events held June through early September. That’s the equivalent of nearly 9 midsize pickup trucks weighing 4,500 pounds each!

This impact is a...

Tags: Community, Community Support, Ecycling, free community ecycling days, local community

Business Edition: What Rising Unemployment and Slower Job Growth Mean for Small Businesses

Posted On: August 27, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management, Business

Business Edition: What Rising Unemployment and Slower Job Growth Mean for Small Businesses By Jazmin Maki, Prevail Bank VP Commercial Banking Officer

Economic trends can sometimes feel disconnected from day-to-day business operations, but they often have a significant impact on local businesses and the communities.
According to Vertical IQ, August data for Wausau Wisconsin...

Tags: Business Banking, Business Feature, Business Tips, economic impact

How to Keep Your Bank Account and Credit Safe Online

Posted On: August 25, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management, Fraud

How to Keep Your Bank Account and Credit Safe Online
In today’s digital world, protecting your financial information isn’t optional—it’s essential. Cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics, which means every consumer needs to stay proactive about safeguarding their bank accounts and credit.

At Prevail Bank, we believe financial security starts with awareness and simple, consistent habits. Here’s how you can stay one step ahead and...

Tags: keep accounts safe, Keep customers safe, Online Security, safety tips

Budget Blunders: 5 Common Budgeting Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Posted On: August 22, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management

Budget Blunders: 5 Common Budgeting Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Creating a budget is one of the most important steps toward financial stability—but even the best intentions can go off track. From underestimating expenses to skipping an emergency fund, many people make common budgeting mistakes that can slow their progress or lead to unnecessary stress.

In this guide, we’ll walk through five of the most common budgeting mistakes—and practical, realistic...

Tags: banking tips, Budget, Budgeting Tips, guidance

What is Prevail Bank doing to keep its customers financially safe?

Posted On: August 20, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management, Fraud

What is Prevail Bank doing to keep its customers financially safe?

Prevail Bank is fully committed to the protection and confidentiality of your information. We follow, in strict accordance, the guidelines established by the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). Our internal Information Technology controls are subject to rigorous annual audits conducted by an independent third-party firm. And, we maintain a...

Tags: fraud, Keep customers safe, Protecting Your Deposits, Protecting Your Finances, Safety

Retirement Checklist: A Step-by-Step Guide to Prepare for Your Future

Posted On: August 6, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management

Retirement Checklist: A Step-by-Step Guide to Prepare for Your Future
Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming—but having a clear checklist can make the process much more manageable. Whether retirement is decades away or right around the corner, taking the right steps now can help ensure financial security and peace of mind.
In this guide, we’ll walk through a practical retirement checklist to help you stay on track and make confident financial decisions.
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Tags: Plan for Retirement, retirement, retirement checklist

Double Your Impact This Holiday Season: Prevail Bank’s Matching Funds Campaign Returns

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Double Your Impact This Holiday Season: Prevail Bank’s Matching Funds Campaign Returns

Mind Your Margins: Why Revenue Growth Doesn’t Always Mean Profit Growth

8 Tips Before Applying for a Mortgage

Mortgage Closing Costs: What Can You Expect

Prevail Bank Ecycling Events - Communities Rally to Keep 39,518 Pounds of E-Waste Out of Landfills

Business Edition: What Rising Unemployment and Slower Job Growth Mean for Small Businesses

How to Keep Your Bank Account and Credit Safe Online

Budget Blunders: 5 Common Budgeting Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

What is Prevail Bank doing to keep its customers financially safe?

Retirement Checklist: A Step-by-Step Guide to Prepare for Your Future

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