If you've ever had trouble finding your car keys, you understand what economic stimulus is all about.After searching unsuccessfully through every logical nook and cranny of your home, in desperation you begin to cast your eyes anywhere and You a

Spokane Valley-based State Bank Northwest's net income jumped to $652,000 last year, up 17 percent from $556,000 in 2007, while its loans, deposits, and assets all grew by double-digit percentages, according to year-end financial documents it has a

It sounds like a marriage made in heaven. On one side, there are people who are struggling with debt who can't qualify for lower rates from conventional lenders or credit card companies. On the other, are folks with money to invest who might like a

Horizon Credit Union reported a 23.5 percent dip in net income for 2008, but posted gains in deposits, loans, and total assets.The Spokane-based credit union reported 2008 net income of $3.6 million, compared with $4.7 million in 2007.Jeff in

Colfax-based Bank of Whitman, which has three branches in the Spokane area, has reported net income of $5.8 million for 2008, up 5 percent from $5.5 million the prior year. Loans and deposits both grew sharply.James Tribbett, the bank's and CEO,

Spokane-based Global Credit Union posted a net loss of $3.5 million for 2008, compared with net income of $1.1 million in 2007. Greg Benneweis, Global's vice president for finance, says the loss occurred primarily because the credit union its by

Spokane Teachers Credit Union posted lower net income for 2008, but its assets, loans, and deposits all grew sharply while its membership rolls climbed at a healthy clip.The Spokane-based credit union had $8 million in net income last year, down