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Protecting Yourself While Working From Home

Protecting Yourself While Working From Home

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 30, 2020

As an employee, you want to keep your employer’s data secure while working from home. Here are precautions you can take yourself to stay cyber secure.

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Cybersecurity Planning Delivers Peace Of Mind For Businesses

Cybersecurity Planning Delivers Peace Of Mind For Businesses

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 06, 2020

Cybersecurity planning should be at the top of any business's priorities. We break down what benefits it offers and how to recognize suspicious activity.

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How Automatic Payments Can Benefit Your Small Business

How Automatic Payments Can Benefit Your Small Business

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 28, 2020

Bill pay is a major convenience for business owners. Making electronic payments through a financial institution offers additional security and benefits.

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9 Easy Money Moves To Make Today

9 Easy Money Moves To Make Today

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 18, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting many people’s personal finances, but there are ways to prepare your finances if things take a turn for the worse.

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Ways Business Owners Can Use Digital Banking To Their Advantage

Ways Business Owners Can Use Digital Banking To Their Advantage

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Aug 27, 2020

Small business owners can gain positive momentum by using digital business banking offerings, including keeping costs down and forecasting future budgets.

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Business Planning For Manufacturers In A Post-Pandemic Economy

Business Planning For Manufacturers In A Post-Pandemic Economy

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Aug 24, 2020

Manufacturing businesses are facing issues with planning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some tips on how to deal with the unexpected.

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Business Structure Determines Tax and Liability Responsibilities

Business Structure Determines Tax and Liability Responsibilities

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 30, 2020

Selecting what kind of legal structure your business has will guide decisions on everything from operations to how taxes are paid. Learn more in this blog.

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Renewable Energy Industry Expected To Stay Strong Even After Pandemic

Renewable Energy Industry Expected To Stay Strong Even After Pandemic

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 27, 2020

Renewable energy projects have taken a slight hit due to the pandemic, but brighter days appear ahead with people relying less and less on fossil fuels.

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California Optometrist Adjusts Patient Procedures To Prevent COVID-19

California Optometrist Adjusts Patient Procedures To Prevent COVID-19

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 16, 2020

Medical practices, especially optical, dental and chiropractic practices, have changed the way they see patients due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Launching A Small Business Post-Pandemic

Launching A Small Business Post-Pandemic

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 13, 2020

Business opportunities often present themselves during economic crises. Believe it or not, COVID-19 could lead to new opportunities for entrepreneurs.

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