First Federal Bank Blog

Renting can feel much less expensive and much simpler than buying a home, especially right now. No repairs, no property taxes, no worrying about mortgage rates – you just pay the bill and move on with your life.

The new year is a great time to think about your finances and set goals. You don’t have to call them, “resolutions,” if you don’t want to. But measuring your current financial health, and focusing on where you want to be in the near and long-term future is always a good practice. Here are seven goals to consider for 2026:

Do you believe in New Year’s Resolutions? For the Americans who follow the practice, financial goals are at the top of their list for 2026. A new study found 37% of Americans 25 or older who make less than $100,000 per year expect to make resolutions for the new year. Among those, a whopping 97% have or will be setting financial goals. Here’s a...

When the holidays roll around, travel plans, family gatherings, and all the chaos of the season may make you think it’s better to pull your listing off the market or to wait until 2026 to sell your house. But here’s the thing.

With the majority of Gen Z living paycheck to paycheck, saving money can feel like a luxury. A new trend has emerged that has shifted the traditional view of setting aside funds. Financial Counselor Lauren Bringle breaks it down:

As life span increases, it is important to think about how we age, and what factors impact our quality of life. After all, you want to feel your best at every age! Dr. Mitch Ghen, medical director of physician education at Access Medical Labs, specializes in anti-aging, holistic and integrative medicine. He shares five subtle signs of healthful...

If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the key home financing options available to eligible service members and veterans. The chance to buy a home with the possibility of no down payment.

There are multiple factors that go into calculating your credit score. You know you need to pay your bills on time. And to avoid paying only the minimum on credit cards. But do you understand credit utilization, and the role it plays? Here’s some important information:

Parents know the foundation for success as an adult begins in childhood. Learning good habits and practices is important in the developmental years. But that can feel like a lot of pressure. There is so much to teach your kids. The good news is, when it comes to financial lessons, you can easily build learning into everyday moments, and go a long...

If you’ve seen headlines about home prices dropping, it’s easy to wonder what that means for the value of your home too. Here’s what you really need to know.