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Take control of education costs, taxes, with ISave 529
What’s the ISave 529 plan’s favorite motivational quote? “The best way to predict your future is to invest in it!” OK, OK, I know that’s a bit corny, and while we’re not quite to planting season, tax time is getting…
Maintaining civility on the job
From cliquish colleagues to bullying bosses, work can be uncivil at times. Even in the…
What are the damages and liability for a road rage incident?
If, as a part of your business, you or your employees drive as a part…
Iowa banks deliver crucial PPP funds
If there is one thing the successful execution of the Paycheck Protection Program in Iowa…
The ethics of marketing
Businesses exist to provide products or services to consumers, but there are a few core…
Make it OK to not be OK in the workplace
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and it is important to remember that mental health…
K-shaped recovery gives way to great resurgence
The United States’ first quarter economic data showed 6.4% growth for the first three months…
Three financial investment lessons from the COVID pandemic
As we reflect on the past year, we can identify a few trends that serve…
Letter to the Editor
As the coronavirus crisis continues into 2021 and deadly workplace risks remain, there has never…
Support needed for college and career exploration
As we recover from COVID-19, Iowa is confronted with many challenges, among them a growing…
Customer satisfaction: More than a score
By Linda Kuster | Guest Column Many organizations track customer satisfaction using indicators such as…
Consumer connection: Financial wellness
By Sonya Sellmeyer | Guest Column Financial literacy is being able to understand personal money…
Iowa farmland values continue strong
By Maurie Cashman | Guest Column Midwest farmland values increased 6% in 2020 — the…
The solar revolution
By Casey Cook | Guest Column Two keys to an effective solar policy are to…
Six facets of human needs that drive business success
In good economic times and bad, some businesses find a path to success while others…
Website is critical to tell your story
By Anna Patty | Guest Column The past 12 months have abundantly clarified the importance…
