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 - Security Center

Keep Your Money Safe with CardControl

As the number of people choosing to conduct personal financial transactions online continues to rise, so does the need for enhanced cybersecurity. Shopping online puts anyone with a debit or credit card at risk for fraud and theft, and with security tools such as CardControl, you have the ability to catch fraudulent activity before things get out of hand.
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8 Tips for Perfecting the Follow-Up Call

While many methods of communication are effective in real estate, the truth is that phone calls still help you find the most success in our business. Avoid the risk of allowing communication to slip with some simple, tried-and-true tips for following up successfully …
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Co-Marketing and RESPA

Chances are you’ve heard of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, or RESPA. The regulations defined in this act have far-reaching implications for the real estate industry. And while you may be familiar with RESPA in general, you might not be as brushed up on the Do’s and Don'ts outlined by RESPA for co-marketing.
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What is the Difference between a Co-borrower and Non-occupying Co-borrower?

No matter how many times you’ve purchased a home, the decision to do so is always a monumental one, and should never be taken lightly. So before you make that decision, you need to ensure your financial situation is up to par, to avoid any potential obstacles with your mortgage application.
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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

What is an IRA?

If you’ve been looking in to ways to save for retirement, you may have been advised to consider opening an IRA. But before opening an IRA as your next financial step, you should know there are a number of different kinds of IRAs, and it’s important to understand their differences. To help get you started, we’ve assembled some points we hope will be a basis for your IRA decision.
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Personal - Banking Products and Services

Should I Pay My Bills with a Credit Card?

Credit cards can be great for making your financial life more convenient. But, using credit cards to pay bills is definitely not for everyone. Used unwisely, this method can cause considerable (and ongoing) financial stress. We’ve listed some important points to bear in mind when considering whether to use credit cards to pay your monthly bills …
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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

Financial Education Begins at Home

It's never too early to begin practicing good money managing habits. We've provided some tips to help you get the conversation started with your family.
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Buying and Selling a House all at Once

Just buying a house can be stressful enough, but throw in the fact that many buyers are also trying to sell a house at the same time, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for losing one’s mind. Ok, maybe that’s a tad bit dramatic, but the point is, buying and selling a house at the same time is a complicated, and even tense, experience.
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Tips for Building Realtor Relationships

Real estate is an industry built on relationships. As Mortgage Loan Originators, we know it is important you build these relationships to increase your purchase-loan business.
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