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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...

It’s not too early to begin thinking about your travel goals for the new year. Planning ahead can save you money and stress. Want to take an epic road trip with the family? Travel writer Tanvi Chheda has a few suggestions…

Arthritis is commonly associated with people of a, "certain age." And is a general term often used to cover a number of issues. But what is it really? How is it diagnosed? And what can you do about it? Martha Swats of Comfort Keepers shares some basic information on the topic:

With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance (DPA) programs has grown lately.

Do your 2025 plans involve looking for a job? Whether you are new the work force or a seasoned professional looking for a change, some of the ways you approach a job search do not change. HR experts say these are the interview questions you should be prepared to answer: