ABOUT CONTACT NEWS LOCATIONS BANKING LOGIN Home (current) Bank Insure Invest Tax Foundation Find all that you're looking for with Bank Forward's LATEST BLOG FILTER SEARCH BLOG PRODUCT RELATED Bank Business Personal Mortgage Business Solutions Insure Commercial Lines Personal Lines Sales Agents Customer Service Agents Invest Tax COMPANY NEWS Forward Foundation Employee Hires/Promotions ARCHIVES April 2021 March 2021 August 2020 March 2020 February 2020 October 2019 July 2019 June 2019 April 2019 March 2019 February 2019 June 2018 March 2018 November 2017 October 2017 July 2017 June 2017 March 2017 February 2017 [Clear Archive Selection] SEE ALL RECENT NEWS Monday April 26 2021 SPOT A SCAMMER: 3 THINGS TO KNOW Scammers are always in season. Bank Forward’s Information Security Officer Stacy Rasmusson shares three tips to help you spot a scammer. CONTINUE READING Monday March 15 2021 2021 ECONOMIC IMPACT QUESTIONS? WE GOT ANSWERS Millions of Americans will be receiving another stimulus check from the federal government as part of the 2021 American Rescue Plan to help with economic difficulties caused by the pandemic. We know you may have questions and we have answers. CONTINUE READING Tuesday March 09 2021 COVID-19 RELIEF & YOUR TAXES It’s tax season! Are you ready? Tax Forward’s John Tompkins, CPA, shares some tax tips related to COVID-19 relief programs. CONTINUE READING Tuesday March 09 2021 MOBILE DEPOSIT: DEPOSIT WITHOUT DRIVING TO THE BANK Your life is busy, so let’s take one item off your to-do list. Mobile Deposit lets you deposit your checks without making a trip to the bank. CONTINUE READING Thursday August 06 2020 GET COIN MOVING I’m sure you have heard the latest COVID pandemic effect, the coin shortage. In fact, we don’t have a coin shortage; we have a coin circulation issue. Did you know there is about $48 billion in coin already in circulation? CONTINUE READING Monday March 16 2020 COVID -19: OUR CUSTOMERS, EMPLOYEES, AND COMMUNITIES ARE OUR PRIORITY We have all become part of an unprecedented world health crisis and as always, the health and well-being of our customers, employees, and communities is our top priority. COVID-19 (coronavirus) cases have been confirmed in Minnesota and North Dakota, resulting in changes to our daily lives. This situation continues to evolve from moment to moment, and it’s no surprise that we are all feeling unsettled. Even with the uncertainty we currently face, you can count on Bank Forward to monitor the situation and make appropriate accommodations in the best interest of our customers, employees, and communities. CONTINUE READING Thursday February 20 2020 READY TO BUY? GET PRE-APPROVED! It’s time! You’ve saved, paid down debt, and dreamed of your new home. Now you are ready to take the plunge and buy a new home. Before you start internet searching and setting appointments with your realtor, you should meet with your trusted mortgage lender to get pre-approved and here’s why... CONTINUE READING Tuesday February 18 2020 7 TIPS TO PREVENT TAX ID FRAUD Fraudsters are using very clever tactics to get a hold of your personal information and submit false tax claims. To keep yourself safe, be suspicious of any communication from the IRS – through email, text or social media – that requests personal information. And keep a watchful eye out for missing W-2s and mail containing sensitive financial information. CONTINUE READING Wednesday February 05 2020 FLOODING: ARE YOU COVERED? As winter settles in and the snow continues to fly, it’s inevitable to look forward to spring. We know each year’s spring thaw and precipitation increase the chances of area lakes and rivers swelling and overflowing their banks, but do you know if you are adequately protected if a flood does happen? CONTINUE READING Tuesday February 04 2020 TANNER GRUNEWALD PROMOTED AT BANK FORWARD Bank Forward is pleased to announce the promotion of Tanner Grunewald to loan officer. CONTINUE READING Wednesday October 02 2019 TIPS TO SAFEGUARD DATA In recognition of National Cybersecurity Month in October, The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) reminds consumers of our shared responsibility to practice strong cybersecurity habits while on the go, in the workplace and at home to avoid becoming victimized by a cyberattack. CONTINUE READING Jobs News Blogs Our Team Upfront answers to your financial questions STRAIGHT FORWARD OUR MISSION We believe in the commitment to seek out and provide financial and insurance solutions for tomorrow, not just for today. In doing so, we help our customers, employees and the community "fast forward" to the goals they strive to achieve in life. 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