Three Costly Mistakes Homeowners Should Avoid This Winter Despite some beliefs, colder weather won’t prevent you from experiencing basement floods, other plumbing issues, or problems with your heating. So, how can you avoid costly repairs and potentially save yourself thousands of dollars? FirstBank has you covered. Here are some of the common troubles the winter season can bring to homes. 1. Letting pipes… Read More
Black History Month Spotlight: Janiro DeShawn Kennedy In February, we observe Black History Month by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s Black and African American employees. Today, we’re featuring Janiro DeShawn Kennedy, Contact Center Supervisor. Hometown: Boulder, CO Years at FirstBank: 8 years 1. In 3 to 4 sentences, describe your experience in getting to where you are today. My experience getting… Read More
8 Ways to Save Money on Groceries While inflation has become a household name due to its frequency in the news, food prices have long been affected by drastic events, including weather, disease, war, and supply chain disruptions. To help keep your pantry stocked in the face of inflation, here are some tips to spend less and save more. 1. Know which… Read More
8 Formas de Ahorrar en el Supermercado Aunque la inflación se ha vuelto parte de nuestras conversaciones diarias, los precios de los alimentos siempre han estado sujetos a cambios por eventos como el clima, enfermedades, conflictos y problemas en la cadena de suministro. Para que tu despensa siga llena sin vaciar tu bolsillo, aquí tienes algunos consejos útiles para ahorrar: 1. Conoce… Read More
College is a Financial Investment: Here Are 5 Ways to Save 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
6 Tips for Protecting Your Accounts Online 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
Cash Stuffing: How Will This New Budgeting Trend Help You Save? 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 is easily the best day for giving | December 10, 2024 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
FirstBank financia condominios asequibles para trabajadores en Glenwood Springs Aunque hay varios proyectos de vivienda asequible en desarrollo, la demanda sigue creciendo. Habitat for Humanity Roaring Fork Valley (Habitat RFV, por sus siglas en inglés) está comprometido con estabilizar la fuerza laboral local y ayudar a trabajadores esenciales a generar patrimonio a través de la propiedad de vivienda. Por eso, Habitat RFV se ha… Read More
FirstBank Finances Affordable Workforce Condos in Glenwood Springs 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