Why CEFEX Certification Matters to Your Portfolio
When it comes to managing financial futures—whether you’re an individual investor, a retirement plan trustee, or an institutional steward—who you choose as your adviser...
Preventive Care as a Catalyst for Employee Health and Well-Being
More people are putting preventive care on hold, forgoing regular checkups in areas like dental and vision health, citing fear of rising health care...
What happens when the ‘wolf’ is confronted?
The fairy tale of the boy who cried wolf dates back more than 2,500 years. It is a story taught to children about the...
Protect Employees from Stressing Over the Unexpected with Legal Benefits
As we look toward spring, it’s a natural time to consider what challenges the new year could bring. Are your employees prepared for the...
Strong Energy Infrastructure Brings Economic Development Opportunities
Recently, Alliant Energy, in collaboration with the City of Cedar Rapids, officially confirmed QTS will be building a data center campus in Cedar Rapids....
Owning Assets is Cool Again
Long forgotten are the dismal days of 2022. The S&P 500 has recorded new all-time highs on over 50 days this year. Gold broke...
Regenerative Medicine – The Future of Healthcare
Advancements in medical technology have led to the development of regenerative medicine - a branch of medical science focused on naturally regenerating and revitalizing...
Financial Planning for Successful Business Owners
A successful business owner must balance the intricacies of growing a business with the nuances of managing your personal wealth. Success demands a strategic...
Exit Planning Strategies: Exploring ESOPs
Business ownership exit planning strategies continues to be an active conversation between our Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust commercial bankers and clients. A prevalent...
Maximizing Your Impact: Strategies for Tax-Efficient Charitable Giving
The giving season is underway, and as the end of the year approaches, many readers will be supporting local charities. For many readers, charitable...