Our November Star is a wonderful representative of Austin Bank and its core values, while exhibiting hardworking, supportive qualities to her peers on a daily basis. Her dedication to the job is admired and her fun-loving spirit is welcomed by those she works with. Congratulations, Shirley Coe, SVP/Loan Document Manager, on your selection as our November Star of the Month. [More]

This month’s Star is relatively new to the Austin Bank family. However, he has found his spot and earned high praise from not only his immediate co-workers, but those in other departments as well as customers. Please join in congratulating Michael Mendez, Customer Service Representative from Nacogdoches, as our October Star of the Month. [More]

If you receive a lump sum distribution from your qualified plan as you change jobs or retire, there are important decisions you must make. The consequences of those decisions can have a very significant impact on your financial future. [More]

This month’s Star has been a member of the Austin Bank team for more than 15 years. She joined a department that serves the needs of our lending staff here at the Bank and goes mostly unnoticed by others. Please join us in congratulating Kim Raney, SVP/Senior Credit Analyst, Longview Greggton, as our September Star of the Month. [More]

Filing your income tax returns may sound frightening, but it is not as bad as it may sound. It is something that everyone has been doing since 1913 and is something you will be doing for the rest of your life. You may decide to use a professional to prepare your return or prepare it yourself with or without the help of income tax software like TurboTax or TaxCut. In any case, there are some things you should know to make the whole process easier. [More]

A good working relationship with a financial institution is part of a solid financial foundation. Finding the right one to work with is important. There are probably dozens, if not hundreds, of institutions that offer the products and services you want and need located close by or with which you can create an electronic relationship. [More]

After the interview, salary negotiation, and getting hired, you will probably go to the Human Resource Department or see the Business Manager to handle some of the financial details of your job. Here are some of the items you probably will face: [More]

A “first” credit card can be exciting, tempting and intimidating. Credit cards are a great convenience, but they are also borrowing money that must be repaid. Here are some ideas to keep in mind as you get your credit card and use it. [More]

Who wouldn’t want an employee in their office described as “always ‘wowing’ the customers with their above and beyond customer service standards”? Or, one known for going outside the realm of normal teamwork to assist a teammate in a time of need? This month’s Star is the recipient of these accolades and many more. For that reason, we are pleased to announce Janie Bird, AVP/Loan Assistant in Frankston, has been selected as our August Star of the Month. [More]

A “first” credit card can be exciting, tempting and intimidating. If you are getting your first credit card (or your child is getting his/her first card), here are some ideas to keep in mind. [More]