Category Archives: Community


Project Teddy Bear: You can help

The little boy was so traumatized by neglect and abuse that he spoke to his therapist from inside a cardboard box for two years. Inside, he clung to his trusted teddy bear—the only one he felt comfortable with enough to … Continue reading

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Bank of American Fork announces new branch in Layton!

Today Bank of American Fork opened a new full-service branch in Layton, Utah, located at 476 W. Heritage Park Blvd, Ste. 100. The branch is the bank’s 13th branch and its first in Davis County. The new office will be … Continue reading

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Thank you, Veterans

A sincere “thank you” to the veterans who have made it possible for us to enjoy the many rights we do here in the United States of America. November 11 is the federal legal holiday, the anniversary of the armistice … Continue reading

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Don’t Be Spooked: Switching To a Community Bank is Never Scary!

Courtesy of Independent Community Bankers of America Consumers are increasingly tiring of financial tricks and are considering switching banks, but often don’t make the switch because they believe it will be a hassle. The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) … Continue reading

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20 Essential Tips for Those 55+

Are you trying to figure out how to navigate the changing financial world into your senior years? Bank of American Fork, Soltis Investment Advisors, Jones Waldo and Tanner LC teamed up recently to present a seminar for retirees and seniors. … Continue reading

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Bribing Kids to Work Hard in School: Does It Work?

Christopher’s 11-year-old son Nathan was at the kitchen table working on a math worksheet—rounding numbers up and down. It was a fairly simple assignment for the sixth grader, but he was struggling to concentrate and buckle down to get the … Continue reading

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Summer Fun in the Sun

This summer, Bank of American Fork is celebrating Utah’s cities and the wonderful people that live in them. Join us for Community Appreciation Day at your local Bank of American Fork branch for free food, prizes, games and fun. And … Continue reading

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BankAF Donates $21K to Saratoga Springs Library

In a presentation today at the Saratoga Springs library, Bank of American Fork president and CEO Richard Beard presented a check for $21,000 to Library Director Sue Alexander and Library Board Chairman Larry Whiting. The money will be used to … Continue reading

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Registration Open for BankAF Woman of Steel Triathlon, 5K

Bank of American Fork is once again the title sponsor for the Woman of Steel Triathlon and 5K being held on May 19, 2012 at the American Fork Fitness Center. The all-female triathlon includes a  300-meter outdoor-pool swim, 12-mile bike … Continue reading

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Supporting Women-owned Businesses

Bank of American Fork has been a long-time supporter of and lender to women-owned businesses. Hear from local businesswomen about their experience with Utah’s largest community bank. Tanner Glass Creative Expressions Hear more stories from local businesses at GreatNews.bankaf.com.

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This blog includes articles, information, tips and advice on all things money by the financial experts at Bank of American Fork. But this blog is not one-sided; we want to hear what you think. Share your ideas, experiences and comments to get the dialogue going.

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