Ten Easy Ways to Save Money During the Holidays

November 21, 2018

The holidays are a special time for giving, and this year, consumers plan to spend an average of $819 on holiday gifts. But when the holidays come to an end, the new year all too often ushers in a big stack of bills. Last year, Americans with holiday debt added an average of $1,054 to… Read More

Four Ways to Prevent Identity Theft From Happening to You This Holiday Season

November 5, 2018

Could the holidays make us more vulnerable to identity theft? According to experts, it can. And while fraud is a year-round problem, the holidays offer an especially opportune time for thieves. Think about it: purchasing multiple gifts — whether it’s online or in the store — increases exposure to our financial information, and sometimes that… Read More

Seven Ways to Save Big This Fall Season

October 19, 2018

Believe it or not, fall presents one of the best times to save some serious cash on travel, energy costs and more. Here are seven incredibly easy money saving tips to get you started: Say no to Pumpkin Spice Lattes When the leaves fall and the weather cools, there’s something very enticing about popping into… Read More

Cold And Flu Hacks To Get You Back On Your Feet ASAP

October 7, 2018

While many believe there are only four seasons, there is a very real fifth season that runs from mid-Fall to Spring. No, I’m not talking about Football, which is arguably the best season. I’m talking about the cold and flu season. You can bathe yourself in hand sanitizer, Clorox all surfaces, and live inside a bubble,… Read More

Workplace Culture: How to Get BIG Benefits Without a Big Budget

September 25, 2018

You can think of culture as your company’s personality. Just as with personality, corporate culture impacts perceptions, both internally and externally. Sites like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor make it so any conversation about your company can become public information. Point being, how your employees are treated, and the work environment you create, can positively or… Read More

How You Can Get The Best Financing Possible for Your Business

September 13, 2018

Each week, FirstBank officers converge to a sharply appointed boardroom for “Loan Committee,” where we review loan requests that exceed certain thresholds. Over the course of 90 minutes, officers  present certain loan deals in front of executives and staff. It’s unusual compared to other institutions, but it’s also what makes FirstBank unique and enables us… Read More

Four Tech Solutions That Can Benefit Your Business

September 5, 2018

How can you ensure that your business is maximizing efficiency and productivity? Here are some strategies you can implement to help a business run smarter, smoother and level the playing field between small organizations and large corporations. Artificial Intelligence Providing quality customer service can be costly and might not be feasible for smaller businesses. Instead… Read More

Find Out What FirstBank is Giving Away at Velorama

August 14, 2018

If you’re an avid cyclist, passionate concert goer, or on the lookout for new craft brews and food trucks, the Colorado Classic/Velorama festival is for you. Coming to Denver Aug. 17-19, this four-stage bike race will travel from Vail to Denver’s RiNo Art District, and end with an epic street party that you don’t want… Read More

How to Build a Backyard Oasis on a Budget

August 7, 2018

Creating an outdoor space for dining and entertaining can be a costly venture. In fact, recent pricing estimates show that homeowners spend about $6,500 on backyard renovations. But it doesn’t have to be this expensive to create your very own backyard oasis. With summer in full swing, there is no better time to revamp your… Read More