Five Ways to Take Control of Your Student Loans May 9, 2018 Congrats, Grad! That can be the most exciting and terrifying phrase for a college graduate after collecting a diploma. On one hand, the years spent neglecting sleep on a questionable diet, while trying to maintain a balanced lifestyle are over. On the other, it’s time to find a job and begin the adult portion of… Read More
FirstBank Sets Out to Give Longtime Customer An Unforgettable Day May 4, 2018 Sometimes we come across some truly amazing customers, who despite hard times or personal tragedies, try to positively impact those around them. We call these our “Good Customers,” and we’re setting out to make their day. Meet Brenda Brenda is longtime customer of FirstBank, who’s gift basket business has helped the bank give over 150… Read More
Saving is in Style: 11 Costly Wedding Traditions to Ditch April 23, 2018 With the wedding season right around the corner, we can smell love in the air and also hear the cries of grooms and brides as they evaluate their wedding budget. Who wouldn’t shed a few tears when the average wedding is nearly $35,000 — more than half the median annual household income ($55,000)? And results in… Read More
A New Approach to Spring Cleaning: Five Ways to Tidy and Tighten Your Finances April 4, 2018 Spring cleaning isn’t restricted to just the kitchen, garage or that overflowing junk drawer. It can also have a positive affect on many facets of your life, including your finances. Considering money tops the list of the biggest stress inducers in America today, cleaning your expenses can help you declutter, de-stress and may even help… Read More
Saving is in Style: Cost-Saving Tips for the 2018 House Hunter March 20, 2018 Interest rates are still historically low but are expected to rise over the coming year, and house hunters are feeling pressured to find a home – asap. While it’s easy to get caught up in the granite countertops and flashy backsplashes, buying a home is also one of the biggest investments you’ll make. And truth… Read More
How Changing the Way You Think Can Improve Your Financial Luck March 16, 2018 Several years ago, the only commercial flight out of the Virgin Islands to Puerto Rico was cancelled. As disgruntled passengers sat around cursing their bad luck, one man had an interesting idea: he decided to charter a private plane for $2,000 to Puerto Rico and charged impatient travelers $39 per head. Before people started boarding,… Read More
Six Tricks to Stress Less About Money and Sleep More March 11, 2018 62 percent of us worry about money so much it regularly impacts our sleep, according to a national survey by CreditCards.com. This means that two out of three people are laying awake at night thinking about their finances. When you consider that sleep deprivation can impair your judgment, lead to high blood pressure, weight gain… Read More
What’s the Biggest Trend of 2018? Hint: It’s Not What You’re Wearing February 27, 2018 Something is growing in popularity amongst the nation’s largest generation (Millennials) and it isn’t sparkly boots, bold patterns or color blocking. It’s something far more widespread and even a little more obscure. What it is exactly? It’s SAVING. According to a recent study, an estimated 50 percent of them have $15,000+ socked away. What’s more,… Read More
Seven Inexpensive Tips to Help Increase Your Home’s Value February 20, 2018 According to Business Insider, the best time to sell is slowly approaching. In early May, houses sell faster and for more money than any other time of the year. If you’re eager to get your home “real estate ready” in hopes of taking advantage of the bustling market, but don’t have a big budget for trendy upgrades,… Read More
FirstBank Brings “Good Days” to Palm Desert: Enjoy Free Food On Us February 17, 2018 FirstBank is bringing some “Good Days” to California. Our Palm Desert branch, located at 73000 Highway 111 Palm Desert (off of Hwy 111 and Monterey), will be providing free lunch and other goodies to the public on Thursday, March 15 and Friday, March 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Along with providing free lunch… Read More