Financial Education Center

Webinar: Deciding if a Board of Directors is Best for Your Family Business

Michael Dierberg, Chairman of FB Corporation and First Bank, hosts a panel discussion on how to decide what’s best for your business and your family when it comes to the board of directors. Panel members Don Jubel, Tom Bakewell, and Jacob Herschend will share their unique perspectives on this important family business governance issue.

Tax Issues Related to Marriage

If you're married (or about to be married), financial planning is certainly important. It's also important for you to be aware of the income tax ramifications of your decisions.

How Do I Talk to My Elderly Parents About Their Finances?

Talking to your parents about money is always difficult, especially when the money you're talking about is theirs. They belong to a generation that was taught to keep their information private and not to share their concerns openly.

Planning for Marriage to Someone with Children

Marrying someone with children means that your finances will become a lot more complicated as you take into account the needs of your spouse and any children who join your household.

First Bank Plans New State-of-the-Art Headquarters in Creve Coeur

First Bank is planning a new, state-of-the-art headquarters to be unveiled in the first quarter of 2024, on the same site as its current main office. The build is part of a wider transformation expected to modernize the business, from the inside out.

Bridging Generational Differences Within a Family Business

Each generation brings different thoughts and skillsets to the proverbial table and, unfortunately, these don’t always align. Nearly every family has its fair share of issues that has caused rifts and ripples between family members. In some cases, these disputes can go on for months, or even years, over perceived hurts.