Según un informe de Better Business Bureau (BBB) de 2022^, los consumidores de entre 25 y 44 años reportaron haber perdido dinero por estafas por mensajes de texto más que cualquier otro grupo de edad. Este grupo de edad también notificó una mayor susceptibilidad al fraude (42.6 por ciento) y una mayor perdida en dólares de un… Read More


In 2023, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) identified nearly 1.1 million tax returns as potential fraud. For many fraudsters, tax season can mean intercepting important tax documents and deceiving unsuspecting taxpayers to steal their money. Two common tax-related scams: 1) Fraudsters take your tax documents, such as a W-2, and file a return to ensure… Read More


Within the last decade, cryptocurrency or “crypto” has become an increasingly popular form of investment. It’s a type of digital currency secured through cryptography and computer networks. Crypto has especially become prevalent among Gen Z and Millennials, with 94% of crypto buyers being 18-40 years old. Here are some things you should know about investing… Read More


La temporada de fiestas está aquí. Ya sea que invites a toda la familia o hagas algo más pequeño, considera usar productos de negocios locales. No solo tu familia disfrutará de una comida o experiencia incomparable, sino que también creará la ocasión ideal para pasar tiempo de calidad en familia. Estos son algunos de los… Read More


Las redes sociales tienen una gran cantidad de videos cautivadores y consejos aparentemente confiables. Sin embargo, es importante tener cuidado a la hora de aplicar consejos provenientes de redes sociales. Esto es especialmente cierto con el contenido financiero, como GirlMath^ o consejos de inversión de criptomoneda^, ya que pueden ser engañosos. Según una encuesta reciente^,… Read More


A recent report, which surveyed 2,000 Gen Zers between 18 and 26 in the U.S., found that 70 percent were using TikTok to seek career and business advice. This video-sharing platform began as a forum for sharing dance moves and acapella performances but has now evolved into a hub for financial and business guidance. However, like… Read More


FirstBank se complace en presentar el sistema Real-Time Payments (RTP®),  el cual hace que los fondos estén disponibles inmediatamente y reduce los desafíos de flujo de efectivo que otros métodos de pago presentan. ¿Qué es Real-Time Payments®? El sistema Real-Time Payments puede transferir dinero a una cuenta de negocio o personal en cuestión de segundos… Read More


Many of us have likely encountered the tipping prompt when grabbing coffee or food from a fast-service counter, offering several gratuity options (e.g. 10%, 20% and 30%). However, these point of service conveniences have also resulted in growing frustrations among consumers known as “tip fatigue” – the increasing pressure and confusion around tipping. Among 30… Read More


The holiday season has officially arrived. Whether you invite the entire family or keep it on the smaller side, consider using products from local businesses. Not only will your family be treated to an unmatched meal or experience, but it will also create the ideal occasion for quality family time.  Here are some of the… Read More