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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:

You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you dothis yearcould be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of selling next spring (the busiest season in real estate), the smartest move you can make is to start prepping now. As Realtor.com says:

First Federal Bank is expanding; the newest full-service banking center is coming to Starke, FL. This marks the 27^th full service banking center, joining branches in Gainesville, Ocala, Lake City, and Jacksonville. This new location will leverage the strong position First Federal Bank has with both mortgage services and small business lending in...

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 money on groceries in surprising ways without feeling deprived. Here are five lesser-known tactics real shoppers use to cut costs without cutting out flavor:

Quality sleep is always important, and there are many reasons it can be disrupted. But many people who travel for business or leisure experience significant challenges getting a good night’s sleep on the road. Sleep does not have to be out of your grasp while traveling. Try these tips to improve your sleep while away from home:

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 people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same.