Saving money is one of the most important steps toward financial security, yet many people find it challenging to get started or stay consistent. Banks like Pillar Bank play a key role in making saving easier, safer, and more rewarding. Banking services offer tools and personal guidance that can help individuals and businesses build healthy […]
As a community bank specializing in Agriculture financing, county fairs hold a special place in our hearts at Pillar Bank. Besides the rides, games, and demo derbies, they’re all about the animals–beef, swine, goal and lambs (plus some turkeys). And our Ag bankers know a thing or two about farm animals, having grown up on […]
Rise in Bank Spoofing Occurring in Wisconsin — Be Vigilant Against Financial Fraud
The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) is warning Wisconsinites of increased bank fraud and encourages citizens to continue their efforts to spot scams by criminals seeking to obtain bank account or personal information. With greater frequency, Wisconsin banks see a variety of fraud activity targeting consumers, including recent attempts by bad actors to defraud customers through […]
Listen in to this, Local Cents podcast with Deann LaValley, Pillar Bank’s Director of Compliance, and her daughter Alayna, a future Belmont University student, about saving and planning for college. They share how Deann started saving early using a Pillar Bank Kid’s Club account, CDs, and a 529 plan, while Alayna set summer savings goals […]
Customer Story: Turning Up the Heat in the Fireplace Business
Matt and Vicky Pierson, owners of Glowing Embers in Amery, help families stay warm and cozy with custom fireplace installations and service. But when it came to securing the right financing for their growing business, things didn’t spark quite as smoothly. Prior to Pillar Bank: “Originally, I was put into an SBA loan, but it turned […]