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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...

Parents are their child’s first, and arguably most important, teachers. From the very beginning, our children are watching and learning from our behaviors. Not just what we say, but what we do. And there are some essential life skills we can impart to our children from an early age, according to experts:

It’s no secret that affordability is tough, given the current mortgage rates and home prices. And that may have you worried about how you’ll be able to buy a home. If you don’t need a ton of space, you may find you have more cost-effective options in an unexpected place: new home communities.

Whether you will be retiring in 2025, or years from now, a little planning goes a long way toward setting you up for success in your golden years. One key is understanding your Social Security benefits. When you can receive them, and how much you should expect, will change as the program is adjusted. The first thing you want to know is when you...

Winter tends to bring more sickness, as people are stuck indoors in small spaces together, and cold and flu season is in full swing. Here are some tips for improving your immunity and staying healthy:

It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works. And here’s why.

You know it is important to monitor your credit score regularly. And have probably learned a few tips for how to improve it. But do you know how applying for a new credit card impacts your score? There can be pros and cons.

Whether you sleep alone or with a partner, snoring can have a negative impact on your well being. Not only is it disruptive, it can also pose a risk to your health. USA Today explains the causes of snoring, and offers tips for how to stop it:

Your credit score plays a big role in thehomebuyingprocess. It’s one of the key factors lenders look at to determine which loan options you qualify for and what your terms might be. But there’s a myth about credit scores that may be holding some buyers back.

You understand how your home is an excellent investment for the long term. But there may be times you need to benefit from ownership in the short term. Here are three ways to maximize your home’s equity while staying financially secure, according to Forbes: