Inspiration from the Most Creative People in Banking
How far can our bank take you? Just use your imagination. Our blog is where we share our insights, ideas, and advice on how real life integrates with financial life. Your dreams can’t fit in a bank vault. Think boldly and read a few articles below for some extra inspiration.
The Keys to Retiring Early: Learn the Way of the Squirrel
Not FDIC Insured | Not Bank Guaranteed | May Lose Value | Not Insured by any Federal Government Agency | Not a Bank Deposit Those of us in our prime earning years have had it rough: A housing-market crash, a Great Recession, a historic pandemic....
Where Did That Art Come From?
It’s only been a few weeks since we introduced our new American Bank & Trust brand, but interest has been high in the vibrant art that is at the center of our visual system. A lot of people have asked, how did we choose this approach to telling our story — and who...
Inspired Banking: How AB&T Found Its True Self
The Story Behind American Bank & Trust's New Brand - They say the journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. This month, American Bank & Trust finished an epic journey that spanned more than a year and a half and led to a breathtaking...
Betting on Watertown
This past year South Dakota has been resilient and strong in the face of adversity. We’ve weathered multiple storms and continue to become stronger because of it. Watertown is no exception. It has represented the state well and continues to stay economically strong...
Eight SD Schools Receive Over $21,500 from American Bank & Trust
This time of year brings about a special excitement within our bank. Each Spring for the past 9 years American Bank & Trust has made donations to schools through our Spirit Card program. This program promotes school pride and generates much needed income for...
New Watertown Bank Offers Hometown Feeling
Although American Bank & Trust is new to Watertown, the people inside promise to help customers feel right at home. Located at 1600 Fourth St. N.E. in what was once an Aflac insurance office along U.S. Highway 81, the bank, which opened Jan. 11, features familiar...
4 Perks of Our NEW Debit Card Rewards Program
American Bank & Trust is excited to announce a new way to earn rewards just by using your American Bank & Trust Visa Debit Card. Introducing Relationship Rewards, powered by uChoose Rewards®! Four Benefits For You If you’re already using a debit card to pay...
5 Ways to Build Home Equity
Equity is one of the best byproducts of owning your own house. The value of most homes tend to appreciate instead of depreciate, which is extremely beneficial when it comes to selling your home. It’s time to grab a hammer (or at least a notepad), because we’re sharing...
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying My First Home
Everyone is sure to have a lot of questions they want answered before purchasing a house. But for those who are first-time home buyers, they might not know what questions to ask. A house is so much more than four walls and a roof over your head. It’s a dream, a place...
