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
6 Tips for Building an Emergency Fund We’ve all experienced some sort of financial emergency, whether it’s car trouble or an unexpected vet bill. But having extra funds set aside makes all the difference. Did you know that 68% of people believe they would be unable to cover their essential living expenses for a month if they were to lose their primary… Read More
4 Things You Should Consider When Setting New Year Goals The beginning of each year is a blank canvas to paint new career goals or personal resolutions, whether it’s purchasing your first home, booking international trips, or taming an online shopping addiction. According to Forbes Health/One Poll, 38% of New Year’s resolutions are focused on improving finances. Here are some trends anticipated to make a… Read More
4 Tips for Navigating the Business Loan Application Process 59% of small businesses report not having enough capital to grow or sustain their business, according to the Federal Reserve Banks’ Small Business Credit Survey. Moreover, the knowledge gap about small business loans and financing has made it even harder to set your business up for success. While some sources may give new borrowers the… 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
8 Financing Programs to Help Minority-Owned Businesses Grow Did you know that Black-owned businesses are least likely to receive funding? Comparatively, 40% of white-owned firms received all of the financing they sought, compared to 31% of Asian-owned firms, 20% of Hispanic-owned, and only 13% of Black-owned firms. Fortunately, many organizations and opportunities are working to fix this gap and elevate minority-owned businesses. Here… Read More
FirstBank Brinda Alivio a una Mujer en Necesidad en Greeley 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