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Meet Parker, Emily, and their adorable furry companion, Toby. This young couple, both in their early 20s and locals to the Richland Center area, had a dream - to find a cozy home in the countryside where they could build a life together with their beloved pup, Toby. But like many first-time homebuyers, they weren't sure if their vision was within reach.

In today’s “digital world,” online dating websites have become a popular way to meet new people. However, many who participate may not realize that using these websites can pose some risks. Online dating scams are becoming more prevalent and can range from people posing as someone they are not to serious financial fraud activity.

Ryan Boebel’s interest in community banking started at a young age. From cashing his change at the local bank to serving as a member of its Executive Management Team, Boebel credits much of his passion and success within the banking industry to opportunities provided to him by Community First Bank.

Unfortunately, criminals who specialize in scamming and the people who fall victim to their tactics continue to increase in frequency. With each occurrence, scammers learn how to evolve their methods to successfully prey on innocent victims.

Owning a home is a significant milestone in one's life, symbolizing stability, security, and a place to call “Home Sweet Home.” However, for many first-time homebuyers, navigating the complex world of mortgages, down payments, and interest rates can be overwhelming. That's where Community First Bank comes in, offering guidance to those just beginning their journey to homeownership.

Platteville, WI (January 2024)– Badger Brothers Coffee was awarded a $25,000 grant through their partnership with Community First Bank on behalf of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) through its Community First^® Accelerate Grants for Small Business (Accelerate Grants).

Boscobel, WI (October 24, 2023) – Dan Klahn is pleased to announce that Community First Bank, and its banker volunteers, will be recognized by the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation’s (WBF) Excellence in Financial Education (EFE) Award at the upcoming WBA FLEX Retail and Marketing Summit on November 15–16.

We have seen recent situations where several businesses received an email from a vendor to change the way that they get paid. The email included a new account and routing numbers; however, this was a fraudster attempting to re-route the ACH payment. Verbal authentication of any payment change is highly suggested. Here is a great resource from NACHA with additional Fraud that is popular currently.