Check Fraud is on the Rise: 3 Ways to Protect Your Money August 31, 2023 The rise of digital banking has lessened check usage, but they are still relied upon by many. Unfortunately for check users, recent reports show that check fraud is escalating dramatically thanks to mail theft. In fact, it nearly doubled from 350,000 reports in 2021 to 680,000 in 2022, according to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.… Read More
How Morrison Backflow Testing Keeps Business Flowing August 25, 2023 FirstBank’s recurring Business Banking Spotlight champions local businesses. Learn about each unique company and hear from business leaders as they discuss ways to overcome adversity and find success. Today, we’re highlighting Arvada-based, Morrison Backflow Testing. Briefly describe your business. Morrison Backflow Testing tests and repairs backflow prevention assemblies. These are plumbing devices that prevent… Read More
Five Budget Friendly Travel Secrets We Learned from Gen-Z August 24, 2023 Gen Zers — the generation born between 1997 and 2012 — are reshaping the travel industry by finding creative ways to travel on a budget. In fact, 61% of Gen Zers who took three or more vacations in the past year come from households earning less than $50,000 annually. So how can you travel cheaply?… Read More
Enter to Win: Alison Wonderland at Red Rocks Amphitheatre Ticket Giveaway August 8, 2023 Enter to win tickets to see award-winning DJ, Alison Wonderland, perform on Friday, October 13th, 2023, at Red Rocks Amphitheatre! Complete and submit the entry form below for a chance to win tickets to Alison Wonderland. Four winners will be selected to win two tickets each. The drawing will take place on Tuesday, September 5,… Read More
Find Out How Your Product Can Be Named Colorado’s Coolest Thing Made August 3, 2023 FirstBank has always been a passionate supporter and promoter of local businesses. This is why we’re especially excited to partner with The Colorado Chamber of Commerce (CCOC) on their Coolest Thing Made contest, which celebrates the state’s manufacturing industry. Fun fact: Over 4,900 manufacturing firms contribute more than $28 billion to Colorado’s economy, accounting for 6.58% of… Read More
Enter to Win: Steve Miller Band at Red Rocks Amphitheatre Ticket Giveaway July 20, 2023 Enter to win tickets to see Steve Miller Band perform on Monday, September 11, 2023, at Red Rocks Amphitheatre! Complete and submit the entry form below for a chance to win tickets to Steve Miller Band. Four winners will be selected to win two tickets each. The drawing will take place on Wednesday, August 16,… Read More
Puppy Scams: What Are They? And How to Avoid Them July 19, 2023 Sporting lovable personalities and a willingness to show unconditional love and loyalty, it’s no wonder dogs are a human’s best friend. Unfortunately, fraudsters know this too, and they use a variety of tactics to take advantage of dog lovers looking to purchase a pooch. However, you can avoid scams by following these basic guidelines. What… Read More
5 Online Scams Targeting Your Wallet and How to Avoid Them July 18, 2023 According to a 2022 Better Business Bureau (BBB) report, consumers aged 25-44 reported losing money to text message scams more than any other age group. This age group also reported a higher susceptibility to fraud (42.6%), and a higher median dollar loss at $190. This generation’s high usage of social media and dating apps exposes them to digital fraudsters.… Read More
9 Ways to Help the Environment This Summer July 17, 2023 It can be a challenge to figuring out how to help the environment. The good news is, bettering the planet doesn’t have to be expensive or drastic. Rather, sustainable changes consist of small intentional actions that are easy to commit to while still leaving a lasting impact. Here are some changes you can incorporate into… Read More
Watch Out for These 6 Social Media Scams July 17, 2023 While technology has boosted our ability to access virtually anything online, it has also created many more opportunities for social media fraudsters to take advantage. They can target anyone who participates in everyday online exchanges. That’s why it is so important to stay informed about the common internet scams. Here are six types of scams… Read More