Are you curious about local community banks in Alabama and what they can offer you? For many, turning to a local community bank, like Bank Independent, instead of a large national institution is more than just a savvy banking decision, it's an opportunity to make an impact in your own community.

Cybersecurity is always an important topic, especially when it comes to banking. Check out this curated list of our previous blog posts to learn how you can protect yourself and how Bank Independent protects you every day.

You and your fiancé are so excited to plan your wedding! But where do you start? As you begin to budget and save for your big day, don't forget these essential tips.

As a younger millennial or Gen Z, you may be wondering how to build credit.

You may be concerned that you don't have enough experience or credit history to get started. But there are still plenty of ways to establish good credit and start building a solid credit history.

When it comes to mortgages, there's a lot of confusing terminology and acronyms. It can be tough to keep track of it all, especially when you're focused on finding the best mortgage for your needs. But it's important to have a basic understanding of what is included your mortgage payment each month, so you can budget for it properly.

Tax season tends to stir up all kinds of emotions for us, some good, some bad, and some downright crazy. From the thrill of a possible tax refund to the dread of an audit, now's a time for us to focus on staying protected.

You're a student; you need to budget. Simple, right? Well, not exactly. Student budgeting can be an extremely complicated process if you don't know what you're doing. It involves balancing out the expenses that you have with the money you have coming in and learning how to make the most of both.

As a student at UNA, I have heard about Bank Independent for the last few years -- from friends who worked for the company, to seeing their logo around campus and the community.