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Decorah Bank & Trust is honored to celebrate the remarkable career of Mike Huinker, who is retiring after 32 years of service as a trusted Mortgage Lender. Throughout his tenure, Mike has been a guiding presence in the community, playing a vital role in supporting countless home purchases, construction and renovation projects while building lasting relationships with customers and neighbors alike. His dedication and expertise have left a lasting impact on the Decorah community.

As homeowners, many of us have considered tapping into our home's equity to fulfill financial needs, such as home renovations, consolidating debt, or unexpected expenses. However, if you already have a first mortgage with a low interest rate, you might be hesitant to touch it. The good news is there are several second mortgage options available that allow you to utilize your home's equity without jeopardizing your favorable first mortgage rate.

Decorah & Cresco – July 20, 2017 – When it’s time to start thinking about buying your first home, it’s easy to let your emotions take over. Before you start looking, do some research to avoid costly mistakes that might keep you up at night in the future. It’s all too easy to buy a house you can’t afford, and that can affect your ability to build wealth in the long run. Understanding steps of the home-buying process helps you make smart decisions.

Decorah & Cresco – May 11, 2017 – Have you been dreaming, planning and designing your dream home? Before you start falling in love with design options, establish your budget and be prepared to stick to your budget. Figuring out financing is as easy as 1-2-3.