9 Ways to Help Save Bees and Other Pollinators According to the National Wildlife Federation (NWF), National Pollinator Week is celebrated from June 19th through June 23rd. Here are 10 simple ways to help some of the most vital pollen workers in our ecosystem all year. Build a Bee Garden One of the most significant threats to bees is a lack of safe habitat.… Read More
Purchasing Your First Home? Here’s What You Need to Know Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you can make. While the process can seem intimidating, there are programs, resources and professionals ready to help you with the challenges of purchasing your first home. Here are some things to consider before buying and what you can expect from the process. Homeownership Can… Read More
FirstBank Surprises the DePalma Family in Broomfield When tragedy strikes, it can seem impossible to persevere. However, the DePalma family did just that and turned their tragedy into an inspiring message and legacy for their son. With FirstBank helping customers and communities in need through our Act of Goodness campaign, we had the opportunity to honor their son and provide the DePalma’s… Read More
Help FirstBank Plant Trees, Protect Bees, and Conserve Water In 2021 and 2022, FirstBank partnered with global reforestation nonprofit, One Tree Planted, to help plant 100,000 trees across Colorado, Arizona, and California. This year, the bank is going even bigger. For every consumer checking account opened from June 5th (World Environment Day) to September 16th (World Ozone Day), the bank will donate* to a… Read More
4 Ways to Take Advantage of Rising Interest Rates Though rising interest rates come with ambiguous strains on the economy, there are ways to use those price hikes to your advantage. Whether it’s opening a high-interest savings account or transferring credit card balances, we’ve gathered three tips to help you navigate increasing interest rates. Maximize Your Savings Account While inflation has made it hard… 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
4 Tips for Navigating Interest Rates and Loans in 2023 With the Federal Reserve continuing to raise interest rates to fight inflation, it can feel intimidating to navigate interest rates, loans and mortgages these days. The Fed raised rates for the 10th consecutive time following their meeting on May 3rd. However, the modest .25% hike suggests policymakers might be moving in a new direction for… Read More
Asian American Pacific Islander History Month Spotlight: Yoo Jin Han 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 Yoo Jin Han, Project Manager. Hometown/birthplace: Daegu, South Korea Years at FirstBank: 8 years In three… Read More
5 Ways to Improve Your Wellbeing During Mental Health Awareness Month May is Mental Health Awareness Month, bringing attention to the importance of mental health and its impact on our overall wellbeing. To that end, here are five resources to help you better manage your mental health. Take advantage of workplace resources. With the passing of Proposition 118, more commonly known as Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI),… Read More
Asian American Pacific Islander History Month Spotlight: Aminaa Bayar 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 some of FirstBank’s Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander employees. Today we’re featuring Aminaa Bayar, Business Analyst. Hometown: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Years at FirstBank: 1 year and 6 months In three to… Read More