Financial Education Center

Navigating New Family Business Horizons: The Evolving Advisor’s Role

Historically, professional advisors primarily focused on business-related matters, often overlooking the unique challenges and intricacies associated with managing a family-owned business. However, there is a noticeable shift toward seeking advice on non-business, yet equally important, aspects of family business.

Preparing for the New Rate Reality

Like other banking professionals, I’ve been fielding numerous calls from Commercial Real Estate (CRE) clients on both the direction of interest rates as well as strategies for pending maturities of commercial loans. While I make every effort to stay out of the interest rate game, I do offer our clients cold facts about the new rate reality we are facing.

The Perception of Family Businesses: Strengths, Challenges, and Competitive Positioning

A recent national study was conducted by MacKenzie and Next Gen Collaborative to understand how family businesses are viewed today. The findings revealed key perception gaps that could be affecting brand reputations, workforce attraction, and overall competitiveness.

First Bank's Tribute to Those Who Served

First Bank is a proud sponsor of the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight (GSLHF) program. Since 2014, First Bank has partnered with the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight and the St. Louis Blues for “First Bank’s Tribute to Those Who Served.” The Greater St. Louis Honor Flight honors our veterans by providing a complimentary, all-inclusive trip to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials built to commemorate their service to our country.

First Bank is Rethinking Corporate Philanthropy with Long-Term St. Louis Partnerships, Next Gen Programs

At First Bank, we envision a future where our time, attention and charitable funding collectively help shape a more positive future for generations to come. First Bank is passionate about supporting educational options for all young people, but especially those from historically disadvantaged communities.

Let First Bank Spring Forward Your Finances

At First Bank, it’s easy to spring your finances forward with our fantastic checking and savings products and solutions. From checking accounts and a high-yield savings account to exceptional rates on certificates of deposit (CDs), First Bank has everything you need to plant seeds for the future.