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Volunteer Spotlight – Bonnie Heaton

First Mid is honored to recognize Bonnie Heaton, Wire Transfer Specialist, as our Volunteer Spotlight for October 2024. Bonnie is committed to supporting local community organizations through volunteerism, consistently demonstrating our core values. What causes are you passionate about supporting through volunteerism? I am passionate about volunteering with youth softball and ...read more

Medicare Annual Enrollment Period 2024

Whether you're turning 65 soon or are concerned with how the changes in Medicare next year will affect your benefits, you need to be well-informed. Our Senior Solutions agents are here to provide expert guidance, helping you navigate your options and select a plan tailored to your needs. To view the schedule ...read more

Save for College with a 529 Plan

For many parents, the opportunity to pay for their children’s education means setting them up for success later in life. Among the myriad of savings options available, 529 savings plans offer a wide range of benefits that provide flexible ways for families to save. Ryan Mefford, a Financial Advisor at ...read more

How to Financially Prepare for a Wedding

Planning a wedding can be both magical and stressful for couples and their families. One way to reduce stress is to plan the budget and expenses ahead of time, which provides reassurance and control over financial decisions. We talked with Casey Pittman, a professional wedding planner originally from Central Illinois. As ...read more

5 Ways to Jump-Start Your Emergency Fund

Sometimes life can throw curveballs your way that could negatively impact you financially, such as a job loss, medical visits, or car/household repairs. To financially protect yourself from unexpected events, it is recommended that you save enough funds to cover three to six months’ worth of your living expenses. These ...read more

Be Prepared for the Unexpected

Life can throw you unexpected challenges, from job loss to family emergencies, illnesses, or accidents. While you can’t predict everything, taking proactive steps can help you preserve your financial stability and be prepared for the unexpected. 1. Build an Emergency Fund: Set aside a fixed amount each week or month. Learn ...read more

What is a Mortgage Trigger Lead and How Can I Opt Out?

Our Mortgage Lenders frequently assist customers with various inquiries and scenarios, including the common concern about receiving numerous mortgage offers from other companies. If this has happened to you, you're not alone. These offers arrive through mail, phone calls, and emails, often overwhelming recipients shortly after completing an application. Because it ...read more

Building Credit for All Ages 

Building credit might seem intimidating at first, and the process can have added pressure when knowing the purchase of a home or vehicle relies on a solid credit background. While stress and worry are natural, we would like people to know that with the right steps, anyone, whether a high ...read more

Fraud Education: HELOC Fraud

Do you have a home equity line of credit (HELOC) account? If so, it’s imperative that you check the account often to guard against fraud. Scammers can gain access and potentially drain thousands of dollars quickly by stealing identities and fooling lenders. There has been a significant increase in HELOC-related ...read more