Alerts and News

Ames, Iowa – November 6, 2025 – VisionBank of Iowa is proud to announce that Heather Miller, Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, representing Group 3 member banks.

Investing is a great way to save for your golden years. Here are two great ways to start investing without a large amount of money.

It’s human nature to want to take action when times are tough. But when it comes to the stock market, history shows us that hanging in there for the long haul can pay off. 

 While the debt owed by U.S. residents has risen to historic levels, the ability for consumers to pay it off is – you guessed it – also lagging. 

It’s possible to celebrate the spookiest season in style AND on the cheap.

Think October and you likely think Halloween, sweater-weather, leaves falling from the trees. But if you have a college student – current or starting next year – in your life, it’s also time to think about the FAFSA.

If you’re having trouble managing debt and setting money aside for retirement, college, etc., you may benefit from talking to a financial advisor.

Weighing the costs and benefits of organic foods.

Everyone wants to eat as healthily as possible. One of the ways you might do that is to buy organic food. However, sometimes organic food comes at a steeper price than regular food. So, is organic food worth it? Let’s take a look.

Tips for lowering your monthly cell phone expenses.

We spend a lot of time on our cell phones, so it’s no surprise that phone bills can be quite expensive. Thankfully, there are some ways to keep your bill low. Here are some ways to save on your next (and future) phone bills.

Unpacking how hard and soft inquiries affect your credit.

A soft pull, or soft inquiry, happens when someone you authorize checks your credit report. A hard pull, on the other hand, is when you apply for a loan or credit card. It does impact your credit score.