You did the work. You sent the invoice. Now you wait. For many business owners, getting paid takes more time and energy than it should, especially when checks are mailed, invoices get lost, or follow-ups become routine. Autobooks was designed to help remove those roadblocks. Why Getting Paid Feels So Complicated Late payments usually aren’t…
Building a home is one of the biggest decisions a person can make. Between choosing a builder, managing costs, and understanding financing, the construction process can feel overwhelming fast. That is why working with a local construction lender matters. During a recent Ask the Expert radio interview on KWLM, Jared Williamson, Mortgage Loan Originator at…
Running a business comes with a long list of responsibilities. Between serving customers, managing day‑to‑day operations, and keeping up with paperwork, getting paid should not add more stress to your plate. Yet many small businesses, churches, and nonprofits in the Willmar area still rely on mailed invoices, paper checks, and manual tracking because that is…
Tom Geiger passes the CEO role to Bob Mathiasen [Spicer, MN / Sioux Falls, SD] — Heritage Bank, N.A. announced today that Robert W. Mathiasen has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2026. Mathiasen, who has served as Chief Operating Officer, succeeds Tom Geiger, who will step away from day-to-day management and continue…
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make, and terminology can feel like a whole other language. Understanding key mortgage terms not only helps you feel confident but also empowers you to make informed decisions throughout the homebuying journey. Below is a breakdown of the most important terms every homebuyer…
If you’ve ever stared at a “Create a password” screen thinking, Did I already use this one? You’re not alone.Between online banking, shopping accounts, email, social media, and work tools, most of us are juggling dozens of logins. Remembering them all feels impossible, which is why many people reuse passwords or make small variations they…





