• What Is Capital Gains Tax? 2026 Rates Explained
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    Wealth Management

    What Is Capital Gains Tax? 2026 Rates Explained

    Smart capital gains planning isn’t just for tax season-it’s a year‑round strategy that can meaningfully improve your after‑tax investment results.
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  • How Your Deposits Help Grow Iowa Communities
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    Financial Education

    How Your Deposits Help Grow Iowa Communities

    Your local deposits do more than sit in an account, they help drive economic growth and opportunity across Iowa communities.
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  • Northwest Bank Earns Top Workplace USA
    NORTHWEST FINANCIAL CORP EARNS TOP WORKPLACE USA
    Bank News, Wealth Management

    Northwest Bank Earns Top Workplace USA

    The award honors organizations with 150 or more employees that have created exceptional, people-first cultures.
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  • Small-Town Roots to Restoration Powerhouse: How the Tofts Scaled Their SERVPRO Franchises
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    Small-Town Roots to Restoration Powerhouse: How the Tofts Scaled Their SERVPRO Franchises

    By: Paul Daniels
    See how the Tofts grew their SERVPRO restoration franchises into a Top 100 powerhouse using relationship-based banking and commercial loans from Northwest Bank.
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  • Iowa Finance Authority Announces Northwest Bank as Top Mortgage Lender
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    Bank News

    Iowa Finance Authority Announces Northwest Bank as Top Mortgage Lender

    Northwest Bank has been recognized by the Iowa Finance Authority with its Gold Lender designation, celebrating our role in helping 70 Iowa families achieve homeownership in 2025 through trusted partnership and community commitment.
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  • Local Financial Institutions Celebrate Successful Fraud Prevention Seminar in Estherville
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    Bank News

    Local Financial Institutions Celebrate Successful Fraud Prevention Seminar in Estherville

    Community partners came together April 1 at Iowa Lakes Community College to successfully host a Fraud Prevention Seminar, equipping attendees with practical tools, expert insights, and actionable strategies to recognize and prevent financial fraud.
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  • Bear Market vs. Bull Market: What Retirees Need to Know
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    Wealth Management

    Bear Market vs. Bull Market: What Retirees Need to Know

    Market cycles are normal, even healthy and understanding how bear and bull markets work can help retirees stay disciplined, avoid emotional decisions, and remain confident in their long‑term financial plan.
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  • Simple Ways to Build Wealth Over Time
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    Financial Education

    Simple Ways to Build Wealth Over Time

    Build stronger financial habits with practical tips and supportive tools from Northwest Bank to help you make confident, long‑term money decisions
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  • Turner joins Northwest Bank in West Des Moines as Private Banking Assistant
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    Bank News

    Turner joins Northwest Bank in West Des Moines as Private Banking Assistant

    Northwest Bank in West Des Moines is pleased to welcome Payton Turner as Private Banking Assistant.
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  • Mallory Witzke Graduates from Iowa Bankers Association Consumer Credit School
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    Bank News

    Mallory Witzke Graduates from Iowa Bankers Association Consumer Credit School

    Mallory Witzke, Personal Banker in Spirit Lake, was recently recognized by the Iowa Bankers Association for graduating from the IBA Consumer Credit School.
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  • How to Stay Financially Steady as Prices Rise
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    Financial Education

    How to Stay Financially Steady as Prices Rise

    Inflation continues to strain Midwest households, with families paying significantly more each month to maintain their standard of living. These practical tips can help you stay resilient by managing spending, building savings, exploring extra income, and reducing high‑interest debt.
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  • Northwest Bank is proud to announce a donation of $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity
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    Bank News

    Northwest Bank is proud to announce a donation of $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity

    $10,000 Donation Supports Four Habitat for Humanity Chapters in Iowa Through Partnership with Elan Financial Services and Northwest Bank.
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  • 5 Reasons to Choose an Independent Trustee Over a Family Member
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    Wealth Management

    5 Reasons to Choose an Independent Trustee Over a Family Member

    Choosing a trustee is one of the most important estate planning decisions you’ll make. This article explains why an independent corporate trustee may offer your family more protection, support, and peace of mind than appointing a loved one.
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  • Hamon named Retail Manager at Northwest Bank in Arnolds Park & Milford
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    Bank News

    Hamon named Retail Manager at Northwest Bank in Arnolds Park & Milford

    Nicole Evans, Bank President of Northwest Bank in Arnolds Park and Milford is pleased to announce that Nikki Hamon has been promoted to Retail Manager in Arnolds Park and Milford.
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  • Rollinger Named Treasury Management Representative at Northwest Bank in Sioux City
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    Bank News

    Rollinger Named Treasury Management Representative at Northwest Bank in Sioux City

    Dan DeBoest, Bank President, Sioux City, IA, is pleased to announce that Joe Rollinger has accepted the position of Treasury Management Representative.
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  • Safeguarding Your Information Online
    Podcast

    Safeguarding Your Information Online

    In this episode, our guest Matt Nikkel, Information Security Analyst with Northwest Bank, highlights some best practices to safeguard your information when you’re online.
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  • Dylan Benson Announced as Commercial Banker at Northwest Bank in Sioux City
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    Bank News

    Dylan Benson Announced as Commercial Banker at Northwest Bank in Sioux City

    Dan DeBoest, Regional Bank President of Northwest Bank in Sioux City, is pleased to announce Dylan Benson as Commercial Banker
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  • Using Equipment Financing To Help You Grow Your Business
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    Growing Business

    Using Equipment Financing To Help You Grow Your Business

    By: Marcus Christensen
    Gain a competitive edge with financing solutions tailored to your industry. From improving workflow to expanding your reach, the right equipment loan can transform your business. Learn how.
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  • Health Care: The Hidden Retirement Cost You Can’t Afford to Ignore
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    Wealth Management

    Health Care: The Hidden Retirement Cost You Can’t Afford to Ignore

    Health care is one of the biggest and most overlooked retirement expenses. This article explains why planning for medical costs and coverage gaps is essential to protecting your long-term savings.
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  • Mortgage Professionals Awarded
    Congraulations To Our Iowa Mortgage Association President's Club - Mortgage Professionals!
    Bank News, Home Owner News

    Mortgage Professionals Awarded

    The Iowa Mortgage Association is pleased to announce that several Mortgage Professionals from Northwest Bank were accepted into the IMA’s 2025 President’s Club!
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