4 Ways to Protect Your Finances in Any Economic Cycle

At the beginning of 2023, the Wall Street Journal asked 70 economists to rate the chances of a recession in the next year — and the average answer was 63%. However, the looming recession economists forecasted didn’t happen. In fact, the economy grew by 3.1%, faster than the average for the five years leading up… Read More

Front Range Equine Performance Raises the Bar with Business Expansion

From starting out in a Chevy Tahoe in Estes Park to running a full-service equestrian facility servicing northern Colorado and beyond, Front Range Equine Performance and Rehabilitation is the epitome of business success. With a little over seven years under their belt, its grown from a single-person operation to nine employees, working across veterinarian and… Read More

6 Tips to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones from Elder Financial Abuse

What is elder financial abuse? The U.S. Justice Department defines elder financial abuse as any improper use of an adult’s finances and property, either without their consent or through manipulative and threatening measures.  Sadly, 87.5% of older adults were victims of financial mistreatment by friends or family members, and according to the National Council on Aging,… Read More

Cómo detectar una estafa de compra de boletos  

Con la temporada de conciertos en pleno apogeo, los boletos agotados hacen que exista una gran demanda de boletos de reventa. Según el Better Business Bureau (BBB)^, las estafas de compras en línea – incluidas las compras de boletos y las alertas de entrega de paquetes, etc.- están clasificadas como la segunda estafa de mayor riesgo… Read More

FirstBank Customer Surprised by Her Bankers

It can be hard to pick yourself back up when life throws curveball after curveball. At FirstBank, we admire those who persevere and reward them with an “Act of Goodness.” See how our FirstBank team set out to help a customer get back on her feet.  Meet Cora Cora Olander is a 91-year-old widow living… Read More

Asian American Pacific Islander History Month Spotlight: Tim Meyers

FirstBank believes in ensuring diversity is represented at each level of the organization. In May, we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Month (AAPI) by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander employees. Today, we’re featuring Tim Meyers, Enterprise Cloud and Infrastructure Architect. Hometown: New Brunswick, NJ (up to age 11) then… Read More

Asian American Pacific Islander History Month Spotlight: Ann Allen

FirstBank believes in ensuring diversity is represented at each level of the organization. In May, we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Month (AAPI) by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander employees. Today, we’re featuring Ann Allen, Business Analyst. Hometown: Richmond, Virginia Years at FirstBank: 2 years Other positions held with… Read More

How to Spot a Ticket Scam

With concert season in full swing, sold-out shows mean resale tickets are in high demand. According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), online shopping scams—including ticket purchases, package delivery alerts, and more—are ranked as the second highest scam risk for ages 18-24 and 55-64. In 2023, 82.6% reported losing money to this type of scam.… Read More