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Wanting to maximize your savings this year? Here are some effective ways to get started. Courtesy First Fed
Start the New Year with a smart savings...
By First Fed • January 13, 2025 6:00 am

The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to reassess your financial goals and take control of your…

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More than just a place to store money, a First Savings account is a tool that teaches kids the value of saving and compound interest. Courtesy First Fed
First Savings: A holiday gift that keeps on...
By First Fed • December 9, 2024 6:00 am

The holiday season is upon us – a time for joy, giving and meaningful connections with loved ones. While toys…

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A high-yield checking account is like a regular checking account but with a big bonus – it earns meaningful interest on your balance. Courtesy First Fed
High yield checking: Rethink your bank account
By Zoe Bowen, First Fed • November 11, 2024 6:00 am

Does your bank reward you for your checking account, or are you paying your bank?

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Home equity is a valuable financial asset that can be leveraged for various purposes, but it’s essential to borrow wisely and understand the risks involved. Courtesy First Fed
A guide to calculating your home equity
By First Fed • October 14, 2024 6:00 am

When you own a home, understanding your home equity is crucial, as it contributes to your net worth and borrowing…

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CEO Michael Maxwell, MD, in front of NOHN’s Eastside location. (Photo courtesy of NOHN)
NOHN offers holistic health care to the Peninsula
By First Fed • September 16, 2024 6:00 am

The North Olympic Healthcare Network (NOHN) stands as a testament to the power of patient-centric, holistic healthcare. As a nonprofit…

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Back to school money management. Courtesy First Fed
Savings tips for teens
By First Fed • August 12, 2024 6:00 am

Managing money effectively is important for everyone, especially teens who are just beginning to understand financial independence. Whether they earned…

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Rick Ross’s winning 2023 photo from the Proudly PNW photo contest. Courtesy First Fed
PNW Photo Contest now open
By First Fed • July 8, 2024 6:00 am

First Fed is hosting their annual Proudly PNW photo contest to celebrate the stunning beauty of the region. The contest…

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Photo courtesy of Jamie T.
Inspiration for your home equity
By First Fed • June 10, 2024 6:00 am

When you own a property, your home equity is the difference between the current market value of your home and…

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Certificates of deposit (CDs) and high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) offer distinct benefits and cater to different financial goals. Understanding the differences between them is crucial for making informed decisions about where to grow your funds.
Grow Your Saving with a CD or HYSA
By First Fed • May 13, 2024 6:00 am

In today’s financial landscape, many savers are looking for the best solutions to grow their money while keeping it safe….

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In looking at ways to improve our broader financial wellbeing, it can help to focus on three pillars of financial wellness: saving, spending and security. Photo courtesy First Fed
Are you on the path to financial wellness?
By First Fed • April 8, 2024 6:00 am

As April begins, so does Financial Literacy Month, an opportune time to reevaluate and bolster our financial well-being. It’s a…

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First Fed team members at the Barkley branch in Bellingham. Photo courtesy First Fed.
You’re invited to First Fed Customer Appreciation Week
By First Fed • March 11, 2024 6:00 am

Now in their 101st year in the PNW, First Fed is celebrating its annual Customer Appreciation Week this March 25…

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Pacific Northwest fisherman Shon Landon owns and captains the 58-foot Adventurous. Photo courtesy FIrst Fed
The Adventurous life of commercial fishing
By First Fed • February 12, 2024 6:30 am

With crabbing season just around the corner, the five-person crew of the fishing vessel Adventurous is about to embark. Led…

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Chris Neros, First Fed Chief Banking Officer with Jennifer Barnhart, Relationship Banker.
What FDIC Insurance Means for You
By First Fed • November 13, 2023 6:00 am

Most of us have insurance on our homes or cars. But many people only realized the importance of deposit insurance…

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An authentic message from a bank like First Fed would never request your username, password, social security number, or other sensitive information.
Identify text scams to protect your accounts
By First Fed • October 9, 2023 6:00 am

In today’s technological age, criminals are taking advantage of digital communication to try to steal your money. One of the…

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This financial literacy checklist can help you build a solid understanding of personal finance and take control of your financial future. Photo courtesy First Fed
Checklist to Financial Literacy
By First Fed • September 11, 2023 6:00 am

Financial literacy is an essential life skill that helps you take the steps towards achieving long-term financial security. As you…

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Visit Port Angeles. Image courtesy First Fed
Local Getaway: Port Angeles Travel Guide
By First Fed • July 3, 2023 6:00 am

Port Angeles is nestled in the middle of a natural wonderland of mountains, rainforests, and beaches on the Olympic Peninsula,…

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Photo courtesy of The Daddies.
Celebrating with Ladies, Boys, Kids and Daddies
By First Fed | Jennifer Bolton • June 5, 2023 6:00 am

A once-in-a-lifetime free community event is planned for First Fed’s Centennial Celebration on Sunday, Sept. 3. First Fed has announced…

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Melissa Bradshaw (left) celebrates her new car purchase with her First Fed banker, Jennifer Barnhart. First Fed photo
Improve your credit with a Credit Builder Loan
By First Fed • May 1, 2023 6:00 am

Your credit score can have a major impact on your life as you navigate financial options. As Bellingham native Melissa…

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First Fed photo
PNW Songwriting Contest Winners Announced
By First Fed • April 3, 2023 6:00 am

By Zoe Bowen

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With a financial checkup, your financial advisor can help you assess where you are now, where you want to be, and how you can get there. First Fed photo
Scheduling Your Annual Financial Checkup
By First Fed • January 2, 2023 6:00 am

Scheduling an annual doctor’s appointment is common practice, but your finances could use an annual health checkup as well. A…

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