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June is National Homeownership Month
This Homeownership Month is the perfect time to take the first step in the path to homeownership. Our local team of mortgage experts are here to help. Start to finish, you'll have someone by your side, close to home.
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CD Specials
CD Specials are offered for a limited time. Choose the term that is right for you.
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Now Live: Credit Sense
Credit Sense, powered by SavvyMoney, is now available to all Opportunity Bank of Montana customers through both online and mobile banking platforms. This service is provided at no cost and is designed to enhance your understanding of your credit score by granting access to your complete credit report. Additionally, Credit Sense offers real-time credit monitoring alerts, adding an extra layer of credit protection.
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Celebrating Community Banking Month 2024
In honor of Community Banking Month in April, we’re highlighting our efforts in giving back to our communities.
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Downpayment Assistance Program Options
Opportunity Bank of Montana offers opportunities for first-time homebuyers through down payment assistance programs.
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Celebrating National Ag Day 2024
On this National Ag Day, we celebrate the hard work, resilience, and innovation of the agricultural community. We understand the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead and are committed to providing the financial solutions and support needed in this unique industry.
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Celebrating National FFA Week!
“Many of our bank staff are now proud FFA alumni, putting the skills and experiences they learned during their time with FFA to use every day,” said Matt McKamey, our Great Falls Market President and former FFA member.
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2023 Tax Forms Are Now Available for Download in Online Banking
Tax season is here, and we’re pleased to announce you can now access your 2023 tax documents conveniently through Online Banking. Starting this month, eligible forms are ready for download, making tax preparation easier than ever.
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Stop Scammers in their Tracks: Identity Theft Awareness Week 2024
It’s never too late to take steps to protect your personal information from bad actors. January 29 through February 2, 2024, is Identity Theft Awareness Week, a campaign to bring attention to how to spot, avoid, report, and recover from identity theft.
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Financial Wellness Month: Resources to Help You Grow Your Financial Health in 2024
Throughout January, in honor of Financial Wellness Month, we’ll be sharing tips featuring budgeting hacks, savings strategies, and advice on how to navigate financial challenges.
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Help us protect you: Can you spot a scam?
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, help us protect you by reviewing these tips to help spot a scam.
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Overdraft Education: 7 Steps to Help Prevent Overdraft Fees
We've compiled a list of steps that may help you better manage your funds and potentially avoid overdrafts on your account.
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Answers to Your Most Frequently Asked Overdraft Questions
We’ve compiled answers to your most frequently asked overdraft questions to ensure you understand how we protect you in case you exceed your account balance.
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P2P Smishing
Banks nationwide are seeing a rise in text and phone fraud related to person-to-person payment services.
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Buyer Beware, Scams are Everywhere
February 28 – March 6 is National Consumer Protection Week. Learn how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of the latest scams.
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Social Media Quizzes Could Put You At Risk for Identity Theft
Without realizing it, you may be publishing the answers to your security questions, giving identity thieves a chance to gain access to your accounts.
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Think Before You Click That Link
The internet can be a quick source for information, shopping deals, and all kinds of communication. When unrequested links are provided to you in email, social media or other online messages, use caution before clicking.
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Go Green...
Account statements serve an important role in managing your personal finances. As a good practice you should review your statements each month to assure there are no unexpected and unauthorized transactions to your account.
Electronic statements (e-statements) deliver these important documents in a way that offer a variety of benefits to consumers and the environment.
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So You Want To Buy A House?
When you find yourself checking out the trendy shiplap in the bungalow on the corner, you might be ready for home ownership. Before you start swiping through your Zillow app, consider the story of Sam and Cara...
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How To Make Your Home Equity Work For You
It’s a satisfying feeling when you know your house is worth more than what you owe on the mortgage balance, and that you’re sitting atop a nice cushion of equity. But what good is all that cash if you have to sell your home to access it? Enter: the Home Equity Line of Credit, or HELOC, as those in the industry like to call it.
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5 Signs You're Ready
You paid your dues in roommate living. You got the job, set up the savings account, and entered The Official Adulting Phase of your life. You’re tired of listening to the leaky faucet drip that the landlord won’t fix. Are you ready to own your own slice of this town, or are you just bored and looking for a project? Here are 5 signs that you’re ready to check out properties...
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