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Fidelity Ban Corporation, of Independence, Iowa, the parent company of BankIowa, is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Welcome State Bank of Welcome, Minnesota.

BankIowa is pleased to announce the promotion of Mike Cook to the position of Buchanan County Market President. A veteran of the Midwest banking industry, Cook has served BankIowa for the past decade as Vice President of Business Banking.

BankIowa is proud to announce the promotion of Luke Lesyshen to Cedar Valley Market President. Lesyshen, who has spent the last eight years as Vice President of Business Banking at BankIowa, will now lead the bank’s significant Cedar Valley footprint.

Luke Lesyshen Cedar Valley Market President

At BankIowa, your financial security is our top priority. This tax season, we want to alert you to a sophisticated new scam targeting taxpayers through a spoofed version of a legitimate document: IRS Notice CP53E.

IRS Notice CP53E Scam

Recently, a growing number of consumers have reported receiving unsolicited checks in the mail that they didn’t request and weren't expecting.

BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, would like to congratulate BankIowa for earning its highest 5-Star Superior rating for the 60th consecutive quarter.

Many people view writing a will as a task reserved for the distant future—something to be handled "eventually." However, a will is one of the most vital financial documents you will ever create.

For Iowa farm families, the land is more than just an asset; it is a legacy of hard work, grit, and heritage. However, transitioning that legacy to the next generation is one of the most complex challenges a producer will ever face.

ag, farming, retirement

BankIowa is pleased to announce the addition of Robb Loftsgard as a Vice President of Business Banking serving the Corridor market.

BankIowa is proud to announce it has been officially designated as a Best Place for Working Parents® for 2026. This national recognition honors BankIowa’s commitment to providing family-friendly policies and a supportive workplace culture that empowers employees to thrive both at home and in their careers.

Best Place for Working Parents