Resource Articles
Our Resource Center provides education on personal and business financial topics, information on online security and fraud prevention, and articles from leaders at Sunflower Bank.
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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting
Tax-Advantaged Retirement Accounts
Retirement accounts can offer various tax advantages depending on the type of plan and whether they are funded with pre-tax or after-tax dollars.
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Sunflower Bank – Market Commentary
Weekly Market Update: September 3, 2024
The final week of August contained two much anticipated releases – Nvidia’s earnings and PCE inflation and spending data.
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Sunflower Bank – Market Commentary
Weekly Market Update: August 26, 2024
Investors turned their attention to Jackson Hole last week – the site of the Fed’s annual economic symposium – for clues on the path of monetary policy.
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Sunflower Bank – Market Commentary
Weekly Market Update: August 19, 2024
Economic data broadly exceeded expectations last week, leading to the best week of the year for financial markets.
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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting
Tracking Personal Finances
Unlearning bad money habits, avoiding new debt, and utilizing budgeting tools are all essential to tracking your personal financial habits and attaining future financial security.
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Personal - Banking Products and Services
The Many Benefits of Online Bill Pay
Online Bill Pay is a service provided by many banks as a part of Online Banking.
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Personal - Banking Products and Services
Mobile Banking
With mobile banking, you can now access on-demand services on the go and with greater flexibility in how you manage their online accounts.
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Sunflower Bank – Market Commentary
Weekly Market Update: August 12, 2024
Concerns around a softening U.S. job market were exacerbated by a historic market decline in Japan. Volatility saw one of the largest one-day spikes on record.
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Personal – Homebuying and Refinancing
Mortgage Myth: You Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home
Choosing the right down payment depends on your financial situation and goals. Explore options beyond 20% to find what fits your budget and housing needs best.
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