9 Colorado Neighborhoods to Consider if You’re Buying a New Home

November 18, 2020

Gorgeous landscapes, unbeatable lifestyles and great communities are just a few reasons people are eager to buy a house in Colorado. And with work-from-home becoming the new normal at many companies, buyers are stretching their parameters beyond Denver proper in order to check off their priority list.   If you’re one of those buyers, here… Read More

Things to Consider When Buying a Home in Arizona

November 5, 2020

Arizona has experienced a population boom recently, becoming among the fastest-growing states in the country. Of course, an influx of people means an increase in home purchases and competition. No need to sweat, we’ve got you covered. Here’s what to consider when buying a home in the Grand Canyon State. Scope Out Your Situation The… Read More

5 cosas que considerar al comprar una casa en Arizona

November 5, 2020

Arizona ha experimentado un auge de la población recientemente, convirtiéndose en uno de los estados de más rápido crecimiento en el país. Por supuesto, una afluencia de personas significa un aumento en las compras de viviendas y la competencia. No te preocupes, te tenemos cubierto. Aquí está lo que debe considerar al comprar una casa… Read More

Halloween 2020: Frightening Fun That Won’t Scare Your Budget

October 28, 2020

Halloween may appear all but canceled under COVID, but don’t let that scare you. There’s still plenty of frightening fun (and savings) to be had. Prepare to mask up and read on for a list of Halloween activities that won’t cost an arm and a leg. Scare the Neighbors Halloween decorations are my favorite part… Read More

Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?

October 27, 2020

Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s 2019 report on fraud estimates that American consumers reported losing a staggering $1.9… Read More

Questions Your Banker Wishes You Would Ask Before Your Loan Closing

October 20, 2020

Home loans often come with a lot of questions, and that’s a good thing because home-related loans are often the biggest financial decisions you’re likely to make. But even the best inquiries are wasted if they come too late. With that in mind, today we’ll be discussing some of the questions you should be prepared… Read More

Latest Scam Alert: Beware of Text Messages or Calls Appearing From Your Bank

October 12, 2020

The Scam Over the years, there have been a growing number of “spoofing” attempts being made in the financial industry, including on FirstBank customers. Fraudsters are using falsified caller ID numbers — or what appears to be legitimate text messages — to trick FirstBank customers into providing sensitive information. These scammers are either acting as… Read More

Online Sales are Booming. So is Fraud. Here’s How to Stop the Scammers

October 6, 2020

The current pandemic has driven a record number of shoppers online. But can this online boom also lead to more fraud? According to some experts, it can. A recent TransUnion survey reported that 22 percent of Americans fell victim to some form of online fraud in 2020.  That means millions of folks have been affected.… Read More