Portland, IN. — First Bank of Berne recently made a donation to Pennville Community Park in support of its Purse Bingo fundraiser.

By November, the farm's financial picture is usually becoming clearer. Harvest is wrapping up for many operations, yields are better known, and producers have a better idea of year-end grain and livestock sales. At the same time, decisions about inputs, equipment, financing, and the next production cycle are already beginning.

A home is where families gather, memories are made, and everyday life happens. For most homeowners, that personal meaning will always come first.

No one expects to click the wrong link.

No one plans to misplace a debit card, receive a convincing scam, or discover an unfamiliar transaction on their account.

No business owner wants to receive a phone call that begins with:

“Something isn’t right.”

Your business banker should know more about your company than your account number.

Many business owners naturally call their banker when they need financing, want to open an account, or encounter a problem. Those conversations are important, but some of the most valuable discussions happen when there is no immediate transaction on the table.