More than 1.4 million federal employees are affected by the government shutdown, with many furloughed or working without pay. If you’ve been impacted, we understand how stressful this time can be and we’re here to help. The following benefits will be available to furloughed employees immediately: 1. Fee refunds. Fees such as overdraft fees, debit… Read More


What is Colorado Gives Day? Tuesday, December 9, is Colorado Gives Day, an annual online giving movement benefitting thousands of nonprofits and, as a result, all Coloradans. FirstBank partnered with the Colorado Gives Foundation in 2010 to create Colorado Gives Day, and since then, the giving movement has raised over $500 million for local nonprofits.… Read More


Paul’s Coffee & Tea began with a simple love for coffee and the connections it creates. After years of working in the industry, owner Paul Waitinas decided to bring his passion home by opening a space where people could gather and enjoy something made with care. What started as one cozy neighborhood shop in Louisville,… Read More


Did you know Americans have saved nearly $150 billion through Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)? That’s because HSAs are more than just a place to set aside money for medical expenses, they combine tax advantages with long-term flexibility. If you’re enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP), an HSA could be one of the smartest financial… Read More


Welcome to your chance to win a $1,000 prize for a nonprofit that matters to you in support of Colorado Gives Day. Visit this blog twice a day from Monday, December 1, through Friday, December 5, to participate. You’ll have ten chances to win a $1,000 prize that will be awarded to your favorite nonprofit. How it… Read More


According to a recent Microsoft study, last year saw more than 600 million cyberattacks per day. While cybercriminals are becoming more and more advanced, a lot of these attacks can be attributed to individuals relying on outdated or incorrect assumptions about cybersecurity. That said, here are some common myths and misconceptions of cybersecurity attacks. 1.… Read More


According to the FTC, consumers reported losing $470 million to text message scams in 2024, a fivefold increase from 2020. The rise of text-message-based scams, known as smishing, has quickly become one of the fastest-growing threats to bank customers. With the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issuing urgent warnings, now… Read More


Digital banking has made everyday transactions more convenient, but it has also given fraudsters new ways to target customers through email, text, and phone calls. An estimated 3.4 billion phishing emails are sent daily, often using realistic branding and convincing messages to trick individuals into sharing sensitive information. By understanding what banking scams look like,… Read More


Van life has surged in popularity among 25- to 45-year-olds, especially young professionals, digital nomads, or couples seeking adventure. In the U.S., the number of van-lifers increased 63% from 1.9 million in 2020 to 3.1 million in 2022. Whether you crave freedom on the road or the stability of a permanent home, here’s what each… Read More


¿Sabías que los estadounidenses han ahorrado casi $150 mil millones a través de las Cuentas de Ahorro para la Salud (HSAs, por sus siglas en ingles)? Esto se debe a que las HSAs son más que un lugar para reservar dinero para gastos médicos: combinan ventajas fiscales con flexibilidad a largo plazo. Si estás inscrito… Read More