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Budgeting for Healthcare, Housing & Travel in Retirement

Retirement financial planning may seem daunting to many people, but retirement budgeting is important so you can spend your golden years living as comfortably as possible. After all, the average American spends about 20 years in retirement, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. One rule of thumb is to

Protect Yourself: Know the Warning Signs of Bank Fraud

Criminals continue to target bank customers with increasingly sophisticated phishing emails, scam phone calls, and fraudulent text messages. We want to help you stay protected by recognizing the warning signs and knowing exactly how to respond. Phishing emails often look official, using real logos and language that appears legitimate. Scam

IRA Planning for Different Life Stages: 30s, 40s, 50s, and Beyond

Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are an effective way to save for retirement and the sooner you begin, the better off you’ll be in the long run. Of course, there are things to consider, such as Roth IRAs vs. traditional IRAs, and the IRA savings strategies you choose today will have

Celebrating America 250: The History of The First National Bank & Trust Company of Newtown

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, The First National Bank & Trust Company of Newtown is proud to reflect on its own rich history and the generations of people who have helped shape both our bank and the Bucks County community we call home. The First’s story began in 1864,

Your Financial ‘Go Bag’: The 7 Things Everyone Should Have Ready for Surprise Life Moments

Many people in Bucks County, the Delaware Valley and greater Philadelphia have a “go bag” of essential items in case of an emergency. It typically includes food, water, clothing, medical supplies, and phone chargers. It might also include a thumb drive full of family pictures and videos. What about a

Important Fraud Alert: Protect Yourself from Bank Impersonation Scams

Across the country, community banks are seeing a sharp rise in a specific type of fraud: criminals impersonating banks through spoofed phone calls and text messages. These scams are becoming more sophisticated, and we want to make sure you know exactly how to protect yourself. What’s Happening Fraudsters are calling

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