There are many factors to consider when making the decision to pursue higher education. From tuition prices, available scholarships or financing to finding the right school; there is no one-size-fits-all solution. By being realistic about your goals and planning ahead, you can make a decision that is both affordable and can help further your desired… Read More


Accessing personal information online, especially your bank account, can be risky. According to a Statista report, the estimated annual cost of U.S. cybercrime in 2024 was $452.3 billion. That’s why using as many security features and fraud prevention resources as possible is important. Here are six ways you can protect your personal information and accounts online.… Read More


One of the newest budgeting trends made popular by Generation Z is similar to one from a less digital world, about 20 to 30 years ago. Before the surge of plastic payment methods and virtual wallets, hoarding cash was the norm. However, the recent cash-stuffing trend has taken social media platforms by storm. If you’ve… Read More


Colorado Gives Day 2024 was Tuesday, December 10, and we’re happy to report a record-breaking day of giving!  Over 245,790 donations totaling more than $54.6 million benefited over 4,200 nonprofit organizations. You can help your favorite nonprofits year-round by visiting coloradogives.org.  What is Colorado Gives Day? Tuesday, December 10, is Colorado Gives Day, an annual one-day… Read More


While several affordable housing projects are in development, demand continues to grow. Habitat for Humanity Roaring Fork Valley (RFV) is committed to stabilizing the local workforce and helping essential workers build wealth through homeownership. That’s why Habitat RFV is partnering with FirstBank to convert the L3 Apartment Complex in Glenwood Springs, CO, to several ownership… Read More


La vida puede ser complicada cuando pierdes a un ser querido. Si a eso le añadimos gastos imprevistos, el día a día puede volverse abrumador. Descubre cómo FirstBank ayudó a una cliente que necesitaba un “Acto de Bondad.” Conoce a Wilma. Wilma Butler ha sido cliente de FirstBank por casi 20 años. Lamentablemente, perdió a… Read More


Welcome to your chance to win a $1,000 prize for a nonprofit that matters to you in support of Colorado Gives Day. Visit this blog twice a day from Monday, December 2 through Friday, December 6 to participate. You’ll have ten chances to win a $1,000 prize that will be awarded to your favorite nonprofit.… Read More


Life can be challenging with the loss of a family member. Add unexpected bills on top of that and your everyday life may seem overwhelming.  See how FirstBank stepped in to help a customer in need of an “Act of Goodness.”  Meet Wilma. Wilma Butler has been a FirstBank customer for nearly 20 years. Sadly,… Read More


Sometimes, you come across people who are an inspiration to everyone they meet. That’s certainly the case for Tracy Mueller, FirstBank customer and author. See how FirstBank surprised Tracy with the book signing event of a lifetime. Meet the author. Tracy Mueller has been a FirstBank customer for 20 years. As you can imagine, he’s… Read More