The holiday season is often thought to be the happiest time of the year. Unfortunately, during the holidays, many criminals see the hustle and bustle of the season as an opportunity to trick you into unknowingly providing your bank account information and/or personal data. To ensure you don’t let bad actors ruin your holiday fun, First Bank is providing six tips to keep in mind this season.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, consumer prices are up by 8.2%ˡ. In dollars, that means, most consumers are now paying an additional $445 more per month for goods and services, like groceries, rent, and healthcare².
Crafted with the same core values as the First Bank family, Dalin Dental Associates is a multi-generational family business that is devoted to serving its clients, is fully invested in the longevity of its organization, and possesses a passionate commitment to the St. Louis community.
Do you want to start building your credit but aren’t sure where to start? That’s okay. In fact, it’s very normal to be in this position. We’re going to go over some common questions people, especially young adults, often have about getting started on their credit journey.
Today, women have more financial responsibilities than ever before. How will your family or loved ones manage financially if you die? Whether you are single, married, employed, or a stay-at-home mom, you probably need life insurance. At the very least, life insurance can help pay for the costs of funeral and burial services, estate administration, outstanding debts, estate taxes, and the uninsured expenses of a final illness.
In many cases, your first step should be to open an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) and contribute as much as allowable each year. Because of the potential for tax-deferred, compounded earnings, IRAs offer similar long-term growth opportunities as employer-sponsored plans.
It's important for you to be involved in the retirement income planning process even if you're married. While you may plan to be married forever, many women end up single at some point in their lives due to divorce or death of a spouse.