As the seasons change, spending and saving seems to change right along with it. A summer trip often trumps putting those extra dollars into a savings account. A visit to the zoo with the family or an outdoor concert just might take priority over that monthly commitment to stash away any extra cash. But does it really hinder your savings strategy or force you to sacrifice your summertime fun?

Have you ever moved away from family and friends only to find yourself moving back in a few years or maybe many years later? Workers often have a similar experience with their work home – a grass-is-always-greener-on-the-other-side feeling that takes them to another company only to find their way back to their comfort zone weeks, to months, to even years later. Tarne Tassniyom was away from Heartland for ten years, but he returned with a renewed ambition and an understanding of what the Heartland family is all about.

School is chosen. Acceptance letter has been received. Now what?

Payments will soon be due, and even with scholarships, grants and help from parents and/or grandparents, it might be time to research the other possibilities available to help meet all the expenses of college or trade school. Student loans might be in your future, but are you also ready with the financial tools that help you manage those funds?

It’s not just about working at a bank, it’s about serving individuals, businesses and communities. “I hear it time and time again, I love that you know who I am, I can’t believe you remembered my name and so on. Each and every client is important to us, and we are invested in their successes,” shared Jessica Bell, branch manager of Heartland’s Newark location.

It’s officially spring home-buying season! Heartland Bank is here to fulfill all your financing needs whether you are a first-time home buyer or a well-versed buyer re-entering the market. The real question is: Are you ready?