Blue & Gold News

Protect Your Family Legacy with Farm Insurance

Your farm is not just your livelihood — it is a family tradition passed down through generations. Are you taking the proper steps to preserve your farm family legacy? In this blog, Alan Martell, Ag Risk Manager at First Mid Insurance Group, breaks down what Farm Insurance is and how ...read more

Understanding Identity Fraud

With there being a 45% increase in fraud reports during 2020*, it’s important that you understand what identity fraud is and know how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft. Identity theft is when someone uses your personal information — whether that’s by opening a credit card account, ...read more

Need Help Avoiding Overdrafts?

Avoiding an overdraft on your account doesn’t have to be a struggle. These simple tips can help you manage your account wisely: Use direct deposit for your paycheck. Direct deposit is a safe and convenient way to access your paycheck immediately and eliminates the risk of your paycheck being stolen, lost, ...read more

Online Bill Pay – The Simple Way to Pay!

As one of First Mid's Online and Mobile Banking features, Bill Pay can make taking care of your bills quicker and easier than ever before! Click on the Bill Pay tab within Online Banking, or tap the Transfer & Pay icon within Mobile Banking to:• Add or delete billers at ...read more

Simple Ways to Teach Your Kids About Money

Teaching kids about the value of money and saving at a young age can help them become financially responsible as they get older. If you're unsure of where to start, here are some simple ideas you can use now to incorporate money lessons into your child's everyday life. Ready, Set, ...read more

Let’s Talk Treasury Management

Understanding the best possible treasury management programs and services for you and your business starts with a consultation with experts in the field. Keri McPherson, Treasury Management Relationship Manager, breaks down the ins and outs of treasury management at First Mid Bank & Trust. What is treasury management?Keri explains, “Treasury Management ...read more

Plan for Every Stage of Life

Whether you are saving for your first home, paying off debt, or planning for retirement, we are here for you. We want you to feel confident in the choices you are making for your financial future. Our First Mid Wealth Management professionals are certified and accredited and will work with ...read more

First Mid Named One of America’s Best Banks

First Mid Bank & Trust is pleased to announce that it has been named to Newsweek magazine’s ranking of America’s Best Banks 2021. America’s Best Banks 2021 is Newsweek magazine’s first-ever Best Banks rankings, recognizing financial institutions that best serve their customers’ needs. Further, First Mid Bank & Trust was ...read more

Cyber Risk Insurance

Does your business worry about Cyber Risk? There’s insurance for that. Businesses should be careful about all aspects of protection, but, in the last three years, cyber risk has seen the largest percentage increase in claims – more than any other type of coverage. As our world becomes more reliant on ...read more

Digital Tools for Your Personal Banking Needs

With First Mid's Online Banking and Mobile Banking services, you have 24/7 access to your First Mid account(s) from the comfort of your home or when you're on the go. With Online Banking, you can: Access real-time account balances, e-statements, loan information and notices Manage and pay your bills in one ...read more