The Easy 8 is our commitment to helping you simplify the way you manage your money. Each feature tackles a common pain point — waiting for a paycheck, missing a statement, forgetting to transfer to savings, or worrying about card security.

The start of a new business year is more than a calendar milestone—it’s a chance to reset intentions, tighten financial discipline, and make sure you’re ready for whatever opportunities or challenges may surface.

Making a confident decision starts long before you sign a contract.

If you’re thinking about making a housing change in 2026, you’re not alone. Many families across the Midwest are asking the same question: Should we build, buy, or stay put and renovate?

Each winter gives producers a rare opportunity — time to step back, evaluate their financial position, and prepare for the season ahead. Before the tractors roll, the most successful farm operators do one important thing: they meet with their ag banker to ensure their financial plan is as ready as their planter.

Bluffton, IN. — First Bank of Berne is proud to support the Friends Who Care Cancer Foundation with a donation that will help fund the Gospel Concert and Auction fundraiser benefiting Wells County residents battling cancer.

Portland, IN. — First Bank of Berne is proud to support the John Jay Center for Learning with a charitable donation to further its mission of opening doors for learners of every age and stage.