CD laddering is the process of spreading cash across various CD maturity terms and rates. Learn more about CDs and laddering to elevate your savings strategy.
When discussing investing, there are two basic concepts that will get discussed a great deal and are significant to long term success – diversification and asset allocation. Your asset allocation should balance your financial goals with your emotional needs. If the way your money is invested, makes you uncomfortable, you may need to rethink your investing goals.
As we approach the year-end, seasoned advisors are gearing up for the annual ritual of tax-loss harvesting, a strategic maneuver aimed at optimizing client portfolios. As we delve into this year's year-end maneuvers, our aim is to approach the process with wisdom, finesse, and the understanding that our clients’ portfolios and overall tax circumstances differ.
A common debate among investment forums is regarding the merits of active versus passive portfolio management. Whatever method an investor chooses, they will need to weigh their financial goals, the time horizon, and risk tolerance into their strategic long-term asset allocation approach.
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.
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.
October is Financial Planning Month! Do you have a financial plan? According to multiple sources, on average, only 27.88% of Americans have a financial plan. Without a financial plan, it can be hard to have a clear understanding of your finances.