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When planning a move, a newly built home might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But with more brand-new homes on the market and builders focusing on smaller, more affordable options, this type of home may just be the key to crossing the homebuying finish line.

If you will be entering the new year as a retired person, or plan to enter that new phase of your life in 2025, there are some things you should think about now to ensure you get off to the best possible start. Kipingler.com has some important tips to help you plan to get the most from your retirement in the coming year and beyond:

First Federal Bank has been honored as one of America’s Best Regional Banks for 2025 by Newsweek. This marks the fifth consecutive year the bank has received this recognition. Newsweek, in collaboration with research firm Plant-A Insights, evaluated a bank’s credit quality as well as reviewed profitability and net loans and leases, press coverage...

Are you making any health-related resolutions for the new year? There are many benefits to the popular practice tai chi, and they go beyond the physical. Learn more about this ancient practice and how it can help you, with advice from USA Today:

Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it's still a good idea to buy a home right now. While market factors are definitely important, there’s also a bigger picture to consider: the long-term benefits of homeownership.

The closer you come to your retirement years, the more you want the assurance that you have planned appropriately. Will you have enough set aside when the time comes? What are the best ways to build your retirement savings? The answer depends on a number of factors, including how close you are to retirement, and what your personal goals are. ...

You may have heard the saying, “It’s the little things that matter most.” Many people think saying, “Thank you” qualifies as a little thing, but it has the ability to make a significant positive impact on relationships. Especially within families:

Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now, and all you really want to hear is that they’re coming back down. And if you’ve seen headlines about the early November Federal Funds Rate cut by the Federal Reserve (The Fed), maybe you got hopeful mortgage rates would start to decline right away. Although some media sources may...

It’s that time of year again – to set your New Year’s Resolutions. Vows to exercise more, eat healthier and lose weight tend to be common. But also at the top of the list is saving more money. In order to do that, you need a strong financial plan in place. So think bigger, and follow this advice from AOL.com when setting your financial resolutions...

First Federal Bank, in collaboration with its customers, generously donated $9,945 on Giving Tuesday to benefit non-profit partners in our Community Rewards Program. Giving Tuesday, celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is a global movement focused on driving positive change in communities worldwide. This donation showcases First Federal...