Financial Education Center

What Is Tax-Loss Harvesting and How Can It Benefit Savvy Investors?

Tax-loss harvesting is a sophisticated tax strategy used by investors to capitalize on the potential benefits of losses in their investment portfolios. It involves a systematic approach to selling underperforming investments to offset realized capital gains, thereby reducing taxable income.

A New Beacon is Illuminating the Path to Success: Employee Satisfaction and Engagement

In the dynamic landscape of family businesses, where tradition meets innovation, leaders are continually adapting to shifting priorities to maintain their competitive edge. As we stride into 2024, it's evident that beyond the perennial focus on sales, marketing, and growth, a new beacon is illuminating the path to success: employee satisfaction and engagement.

5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund

Did you receive a tax refund this year? Recent data released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) shows the average tax refund amount is up $178 at the end of March 2024 compared to the same time last year.

Municipal Bonds and Their Tax Advantages

Municipal bonds are subject to the uncertainties associated with any fixed income security, including interest rate risk, credit risk, and reinvestment risk. However, the tax advantages associated with munis and their potential ability to provide an ongoing income stream have traditionally made munis an important part of a portfolio. Read more about the importance of municipal bonds.

The Spring Homebuying Season Is Here! Here’s How First Bank Can Help.

Congratulations on deciding to purchase a new home! The spring season is often a busy time for homebuyers. Inventory is typically higher during this time, meaning buyers have more options.

My Father’s Wisdom

The article, “My Father’s Wisdom,” by Mark Sanborn, and originally published on marksanborn.com, gives a personal account of how the author’s father not only provided good advice verbally to him as a child but also supported that advice through his actions. The author shares four specific lessons he learned from his father’s wisdom.