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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.

Giving Thanks to You

Giving Thanks to You

At American Bank & Trust, we’re invested in sharing our gratitude to our loyal customers. Thank you for trusting us with your finances and for banking locally. To celebrate your belief in us as your banking resource, we have something special for you! Get your...

A Guide to Our Trust Services

A Guide to Our Trust Services

Not FDIC Insured | Not Bank Guaranteed | May Lose Value | Not Insured by any Federal Government Agency | Not a Bank Deposit   At their beginning in the 14th century, trusts were used to to defeat the rigid rules of passing on property and the taxes imposed. As...

American Bank & Trust Holds Ground Breaking Celebration

American Bank & Trust Holds Ground Breaking Celebration

American Bank & Trust has broken ground for a new 15,000+ square foot office building at 77th Street and Minnesota Avenue, near the entrance to the Grand Prairie neighborhood.  The building will be home to the third Sioux Falls location for American Bank &...

Make Your Business Banking Transition Easier

Make Your Business Banking Transition Easier

There’s a reason businesses don’t like to transition their business banking accounts. It’s usually difficult. But American Bank & Trust has changed that. Let our business transition team – and transition road map show you how. You’ll be on the road to fewer fees,...

American Bank & Trust Invests in Future Leaders

American Bank & Trust Invests in Future Leaders

In a continuing effort to retain our best and brightest students, American Bank & Trust and the South Dakota Bankers Foundation are providing scholarships to 15 graduating high school seniors from eastern South Dakota.  This year’s recipients of the $500...

Frequently Asked Questions from Home Buyers

Frequently Asked Questions from Home Buyers

In most cases, a home is the biggest purchase of a person’s life. So, it’s always good to ask questions. American Bank & Trust has worked with buyers and realtors alike on the process.And we invited Kate Patrick of 605 Real Estate to share her experience and...

5 Reasons for a Trust

5 Reasons for a Trust

Not FDIC Insured | Not Bank Guaranteed | May Lose Value | Not Insured by any Federal Government Agency | Not a Bank Deposit     A trust plays a crucial role in thoughtful estate planning. You might think that the doubling of the amount exempt from federal...