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Jump to Blog IMG Help Videos We are dedicated to providing our clients with excellent customer service in every way possible. Our team realizes that reading reports and accessing online accounts isn’t always second nature, which is why we are working to provide helpful video tutorials about any questions you may have when it comes to your account. Jump to Help Videos Quick Minute Videos IMG Blog Articles Market Viewpoints – Fall 2021 October 13, 2021 No Comments After a strong start to the quarter, stocks pulled back from their recent highs in September. The US economy remains on solid footing, however there are several topics that are concerning markets, including the US debt ceiling, the infrastructure bill discussions, inflation, and crackdowns from China. Read More » In the Community – Fall 2021 October 13, 2021 No Comments The Quad Cities Community Foundation is the place where you and your trusted advisor go to fulfill your charitable giving in the most effective way possible. With a 57-year history in the Quad Cities region and a staff of gift planning, investment, and grantmaking professionals, the Community Foundation’s deep knowledge of community needs and opportunities allows it to connect you with the organizations and causes you care about. Read More » Preplanning Your Funeral October 13, 2021 No Comments Do you know the importance of preplanning your funeral? It is not an unwise or ill-conceived act. It is a gift to your family, who likely will thank you for it, either now or later. Read More » Market Viewpoints – Summer 2021 July 12, 2021 No Comments U.S. stocks continued to show strong gains this year with the S&P touching new highs at the end of June on strong company earnings and increased consumer spending. Bond yields have also come down in the second quarter after the large increase to start the year. This helped bonds reduce the losses they suffered during the first quarter on rising yields and inflation fears. Inflation fears have been dominating headlines and worrying investors due to the large increases in demand in multiple parts of the economy leading to higher than expected inflation readings. Read More » In the Community – Summer 2021 July 12, 2021 No Comments A museum of history, culture, and science, the Putnam has served the Quad Cities region since 1867 and is the Quad Cities’ only Smithsonian Affiliate. The Putnam brings to life a sense of place, time and purpose to ignite human potential and inspire our diverse community to learn about and care for our world and all its people. Read More » Social Security Benefits Payee Representative July 12, 2021 No Comments With a power of attorney for finances, you name who you want to manage your financial affairs if you are unable to do so. Interestingly, the social security administration (“SSA”) does not accept powers of attorney. It has its own process for identifying who will receive and manage the social security benefits of the legally incompetent. Read More » Customer Satisfaction Survey July 12, 2021 No Comments Thank you to all of you that completed our recent survey. We had a wonderful response and we appreciate the time you took to give us feedback. Here are some highlights of what we learned. Read More » Market Viewpoints – Spring 2021 April 9, 2021 No Comments Both the stock and bond markets have traded in a more volatile and choppy fashion in the 1st quarter of 2021, with longer term bonds pulling back more than short term bonds on renewed worries over inflation after the additional stimulus measure enacted by Congress. Read More » Welcoming Marie R. Tarbox April 9, 2021 No Comments We are excited to welcome Marie Rolling-Tarbox, JD to the Investment Management Group. Marie joins us as Vice President & Trust Officer. We look forward to the valuable experience Marie will bring to the team! Read More » In the Community – Spring 2021 April 9, 2021 No Comments The Family Museum and its non-profit foundation depend on community support to serve the children and families in our community. The Family Museum offers interactive and educational experiences for young children in the areas of art, science, movement, and play. With 44,000 square feet of programming space, the Museum provides hands-on exhibits, drop-in classes, preschool classes, school and community outreach, dance classes, and a variety of programs geared towards children eight and under. Read More » Powers of Attorney April 9, 2021 No Comments When people think about estate planning, they often think of it in terms of having a Will or a Trust, directing disposition of property on their death. There are, however, important estate planning tools that are critical during your lifetime. These tools are powers of attorney. Read More » Welcome Centennial Tax & Accounting January 21, 2021 No Comments We are happy to welcome Centennial Tax & Accounting to Northwest Bank. Centennial is our former firm, Blair, Westfall & Co., coming together with the expertise of Jeanne Pyle Scott and her team at Pyle, Scott & Associates, as well as Dave Schebler, CPA; Randy Sovey, CPA; Dave Thies and their support team. All combined we are now 16 people strong and will be led by Jeanne Pyle Scott. Read More » 2021 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits January 21, 2021 No Comments The IRS announced retirement plan contribution limits for 2021. For the most part the 2021 contribution limits are unchanged from the 2020 limits. The notable changes were the increase in the Roth IRA eligibility threshold. Read More » In the Community – Winter 2021 January 19, 2021 No Comments You have invested in yourself. You have funds that will provide you with the essentials to live your best life, and if you’ve done things right even leave something for the next generation, bridging one generation to the next. People with intellectual and developmental disabilities rely on support for their lifetime. The Arc supports and invests in people with disabilities, helping them grow into their full potential and participate in their own communities. Read More » Market Viewpoints – Winter 2021 January 19, 2021 No Comments The stock market continued to move higher, reaching new highs in the fourth quarter of 2020, with the election having a smaller impact on stock market returns than many anticipated. In 2020, markets proved how resilient they could be facing many risk factors throughout the year, but stocks were able to recover quickly after the COVID-19 induced sell-off and end the year on a high note. The S&P 500 was down 34% from mid-February towards the end of March only to end the year up over 16%. The bond market also had a strong year with interest rates and inflation both remaining at low levels. Read More » IMG Help Videos (563) 388-2511 Site Map Routing #073900182 CD Rates Terms & Conditions Privacy/Security Accessibility Statement Investment Products: Are not insured by the FDIC or any other federal government agency Are not deposits of or guaranteed by the bank or any bank affiliate May lose value © 2021 Northwest Bank & Trust Web Design by Twin State Technical Services. We will be closed 11/25 for Thanksgiving Day. +