Which is Better: Buying New or Renovating My Home?

Couple takes a break during their home renovation

Sometimes it’s hard not to be tempted by the greener grass of a new home, especially if your home isn’t exactly how you want it to look or function. But the idea of putting your house on the market and leaving your beloved neighborhood behind breaks your heart.  You’re at a real estate crossroads —… Read more »

Success Story: Minster Bank and Brown Industrial

Tyler, Craig and Chris Brown of Brown Industrial pose at a convention

It just makes sense that two local businesses that have been around, combined, for more than 150 years would partner together one day. That’s exactly what happened with Brown Industrial and Minster Bank. Read more about what Chris Brown, President of Brown Industrial, had to say about the relationship.  Convenience and Service Chris and his… Read more »

Building for the Future: Minster Bank and Garmann/Miller

Brad Garmann of Garmann/Miller

Since 1995, Garmann/Miller Architects-Engineers – one of the largest such firms in Ohio – has done business with Minster Bank. It all started when the fledgling business built Minster Bank’s Sidney branch, according to Brad Garmann, one of the company’s founding principals.  “It was kind of an obvious choice,” he said. “They were local and… Read more »

Minster Bank Community Voices: Beth Wente

Community voices with Beth Wente, assistant branch manager at Minster Bank Wagner’s IGA location.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Minster Bank with our new audio series, Minster Bank Community Voices. This week’s guest is Beth Wente, assistant branch manager at our Wagner’s IGA location. Q: What Do You Do at Minster Bank? I’m the assistant branch manager at the Wagner’s IGA branch. I’m really dealing with the customer on… Read more »

Minster Bank Adds Commercial Loan Officer Michelle Sherrill

Michelle Sherrill, loan officer at Minster Bank

Michelle Sherrill has been hired as a commercial loan officer for the new Minster Bank Vandalia-Butler office, which opened in 2020. In making the announcement, Dan Heitmeyer, vice president of commercial banking, said Sherrill will be joining commercial lender Joel K. Bopp to help lead the bank’s efforts to grow Minster Bank’s presence for individuals… Read more »

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Coupons

Woman uses smart phone to clip mobile coupons

Coupons, whether they’re old-school paper, store promotions, online or app-based, are designed to help make you a savvier consumer.  From saving dollars and cents to getting two for the price of one, coupons can safeguard your shopping budget and afford a little wiggle room to save toward your retirement goals.  Next time you hit the… Read more »

Make These Changes to Save Up to $140 This Week

Mother and daughter saving money by cooking at home

If you have a lower income – especially if it’s been a sudden change – it can seem difficult to put aside money for future goals or unexpected expenses. However, by reducing certain expenses and changing your purchasing habits, you can still find ways to save money over time. Here are five simple steps you… Read more »