Financial Education Center

Moving a Family Business Beyond the Founder’s Vision

This article discusses how a founding family member establishing and growing a successful business is only the first step. The next generation of leaders need to strategize and reestablish what business they are in, what the goals will be, and how to achieve this new path.

No Matter How You Cookie Cutter It, The Holidays Are Going to Cost More Dough

If Santa season has snuck up on you and you’re not sure how to fund the holiday fun, you’re not alone. First Bank would like to provide a few helpful tips to help you navigate the expense of the holiday merriment.

Don’t Let the Grinch Steal Your Holiday Fun—Or Funds

December brings with it so many additional items to our already busy schedules. From shopping and baking to organizing holiday gatherings and wrapping, there’s a lot on our plates.

The Women Leading the World’s Largest Family Enterprises

According to the article, “The Women Leading the World’s Largest Family Enterprises,” written by Lee Hoverd and originally published in Tharawat Magazine, there is a rise of women in leadership positions in America, however, that same presence has not yet been met globally.

Understand Investment Return Taxation to Make Well-Informed Financial Decisions

This article is designed to broadly discuss investment return taxation, while covering a range of topics, including the types of income, basis, capital gains and losses, holding periods, taxable income considerations, and the strategic use of capital losses.

Mikel Williamson Appointed CEO of First Bank

It is an exciting time in our 100+ year-long history as Mikel Williamson assumes the role of President and CEO. As of November 1, 2023, Mikel will be taking over day-to-day bank responsibilities and will also serve as CEO and president of FB Corporation.