First Federal Bank Blog

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.

It feels like AI is everywhere today. And while it can be used as a helpful everyday tool, it unfortunately has also been seized on by those who want to scam you out of your hard-earned money. Artificial Intelligence has opened up new avenues for scammers. Here’s how to catch them in the act, and protect yourself from becoming a victim:

First Federal Bank is honored to announce that President and CEO John Medina has been named one of Florida Trend’s Florida 500, recognizing the state’s most influential leaders. Honorees are selected not only for their professional achievements, but for their demonstrated impact beyond their companies; through community service, philanthropy, and...

You hear a lot about peanut allergies today. And you might wonder why. Chances are, you did not know many kids who were allergic when you were growing up. When did it become so prevalent, and why? A lot of research has focused on this issue, and there is some recent good news…

If there was one step that could help make your home sale smoother, wouldn't you want to know about it?

Saving money can be a challenge, even under the best of circumstances. It requires discipline. Planning. Sacrifice. And disposable income. Or does it? What if there were some simple ways you could set aside savings, without it feeling like a chore? Here are some ideas:

Holiday expenses can be a real burden on many families. Gifts, meals, special events, travel… it all adds up! How can you make sure you don’t go into debt while still being able to enjoy all the holiday season has to offer? Try these expert tips: