Archive: Financial Education

Sweetening the Commercial Lending Process

Your dream flower shop, that unexpected expense to replace old machinery, or a much-needed expansion for your thriving accounting firm. No matter the business or the reason, you need access to hassle-free lending options. The loan pre-approval, negotiation, and final approval process can be tricky to navigate, so let’s discuss ...read more

Teach Children to Save

Although there is no right age to start teaching your kids how to save money, it doesn't hurt to start introducing financial concepts at an early age. Here are some ways that you can teach your children about how to be financially responsible. Explain Needs vs. wants By distinguishing the difference between ...read more

Retirement Planning… have you started?

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes…err…retirement planning? You realize this after discovering that education and career goals only begin the stress of properly planning your retirement. Think of it this way: your future self is counting on you to take care of business now to make sure you ...read more

Save For The Things You Love

Would you love to purchase your first home, or love to know that your retirement funds will allow you to travel? Whether your dream is considered a short-term or a long-term goal, it’s important to have the right savings tools in place to achieve them. At First Mid, we offer various ...read more

New Year Goal: Set Yourself Up for Financial Success

Although you can make resolutions at any time of the year, the beginning of the year is always a popular time to do so. The idea of starting the new year off on the right foot and having a new beginning is very appealing to most, and can serve as ...read more