Why Your Home Equity Still Puts You Way Ahead
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...
Watch Out for These Customer Service Scams
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...
John Medina Named to Florida Trend’s Florida 500 List
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...
Good News on the Food Allergy Front
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...
How To Make Sure Your Sale Crosses the Finish Line
If there was one step that could help make your home sale smoother, wouldn't you want to know about it?
10 Easy Ways to Save Money
Saving money can be a challenge, even under the best of circumstances. It requires discipline. Planning. Sacrifice. And disposable income. Or does...
Are You Financially Prepared for the Holiday Season?
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...
Start Planning Now in Prep for your 2026 Sale!
You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you do this year could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of...
First Federal Bank Expanding to Starke
First Federal Bank is expanding; the newest full-service banking center is coming to Starke, FL. This marks the 27th full service banking center,...
5 Little Known Tips to Help You Save on Groceries
Grocery bills keep creeping up. But just because food costs are rising doesn’t mean you can’t fight back. With some smart strategies, you can save...
7 Tips for Sleeping Better While Traveling
Quality sleep is always important, and there are many reasons it can be disrupted. But many people who travel for business or leisure experience...
2026 Housing Market Outlook
After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more...