Small Business: How Can Treasury Management Services Help Me?
With rising interest rates and increased costs, you want your business to be running as efficiently as possible. West Bank offers numerous services that can be beneficial to you and your business. Here are some common questions and answers about Treasury Management and how West Bank can help small business owners.  What is treasury management? Treasury […]
West Bank ranks in top 10 percent of community banks in America
West Bank ranks in top 10 percent of community banks in America West Bank was ranked #12 in America as part of the 2021 Raymond James Community Bankers Cup results which identify the top 23 performing community banks in America. West Bank was selected among a field of 229 publicly traded community banks with assets […]
Rosemary Parson joins West Bank Board of Directors
Rosemary Parson joins West Bank Board of Directors West Bank is pleased to announce Rosemary Parson has joined the West Bancorporation, Inc. and West Bank Board of Directors. Parson is the Senior Vice President of Policy Administration and Community Relations at EquiTrust Life Insurance Company. As a charter member of the organization, she established business […]
West Bank Opens New Office in St. Cloud
West Bank Opens New Office in St. Cloud On March 21, 2022, West Bank opened its newly constructed, state-of-the-art building located at 1800 Bellin Drive in St. Cloud. Although a newer business in the St. Cloud area, West Bank is no stranger to community banking. West Bank, a business-focused community bank, was established in 1893 […]
Why is Pre-Qualification Important?
As exciting as it is to be buying a new home, it can also be a stressful time. With rising interest rates and a competitive housing market, you want to be as prepared as you can be to show sellers how serious you are about buying. Taking this easy pre-qualification step with a trusted West […]
West Bank recognized for performance
West Bank recognized for performance S&P Global has named West Bank to its list of America’s top 50 performing banks in 2021. West Bank is ranked #13 in the nation of top performing large community banks. West Bank was the only Iowa bank to make the list and one of very few from the Midwest […]
Where Do I Start When Buying a House?
Buying a home doesn’t have to be a scary process if you are asking yourself the right questions. When considering buying a home, start by gaining clarity about what you want in a home.  Understanding your finances and budget is crucial when making such a big decision. Many factors go into finding the perfect home […]
Why Bank Local?
You’ve heard of the big, national chain banks, but what are the pros to bank with a smaller community bank? When searching for a new bank, here are three reasons to consider banking locally. Personalized service: Having your banker know you by name is a huge advantage when it comes to your finances. You are not […]
5 money saving New Year resolutions
Achieving financial success does not happen overnight. It takes planning and discipline to stick to a budget and use your money wisely. However, sometimes those changes that need to be made don’t always have to be big ones. Small changes over time can make a major impact on your finances. Rather than setting a new […]
Avoid the Stress of Holiday Finances
The holiday season is upon us which means holiday spending is looming if you haven’t started already. As exciting and joyful the holidays can be, it can also be a stressful time for families financially. It is no secret that prices have jumped in the last six months, so it is crucial that you start […]