Business
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Mid-Year Checkup: How to Set Your Business Up for Future Success
If you feel like the first half of 2024 has flown by, you’re probably not alone. As we reach the mid-point of the year, it is always a good idea for any business to perform a checkup so they can pivot as needed to be successful in the future. Business owners — small and large…
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Why Taylor Swift’s Career Is a Masterclass in Alternative Investment
Taylor Swift and her team are a genius organization, to be this popular for this long and put out a product that changes but keeps original fans still engaged. When artists update the type of music they create, some people drop off because it is not what they want. With Swift, she keeps those fans and…
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How To Stick to Your Vacation Budget
Congratulations! You stuck to your travel budget and saved the money you needed for your next big vacation. You made the reservations and packed your new bathing suit. Now, the challenge is to stick to your budget while you travel. If you can do that, you will make great memories on this trip and not…
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Financial Empowerment Takes Center Stage at Grundy Library with State and Local Support
Staff, leadership, and stakeholders of the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library welcomed Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor during his “Be Money $mart” tour on Jul. 15, where he underscored the importance of public libraries and the invaluable free resources they provide to community members. With a special focus on financial literacy during the day’s event,…
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Ambler Savings Bank Donates $6,000 to Four Charities in Honor of 150th Anniversary
In honor of its 150th anniversary, Ambler Savings Bank donated to four community non-profit organizations totaling $6,000. Each branch of Ambler Savings Bank selected a non-profit organization that holds special significance to them, demonstrating the bank’s commitment to fostering positive change and empowering communities to thrive. The following non-profits each received a $1,500 donation. Darren…
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6 Home Improvements to Cool Your Home and Cut Your Energy Bills
As temperatures soar and summer settles in, you may be wondering how you can cool your home for less. By implementing strategic home improvements, you can reduce your reliance on air conditioning. Here are some smart upgrades and tips to enhance the cooling efficiency of your home. Make Sure Your Home Is Well-Insulated Proper insulation…
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I Don’t Want To Pay Taxes: There Is an ‘Alt’ For That
Typically people begin worrying about taxes as their W-2s start to come in. But, to better prepare for next year’s taxes, now is the time to begin planning, and there is one type of alternative investment that comes into favor. If you want to reduce your taxes, you have a few choices. You could reduce…
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Using His Social Media Experience, Wyndmoor Teen Starts Successful Business
Asher Dahlgren, a junior at Springfield Township High School, decided to turn his social media prowess into a successful business, writes Len Lear for the Chestnut Hill Local. The 16-year-old Wyndmoor resident started Dahlgren Social Media Services in 2023. Today, he has a team of seven students and ten paying clients. He first got the…
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Goodwill Keystone Strikes Gold with Vintage Mint-in-Box Nintendo Discovery
One can only imagine the dusty Nintendo game system sitting on a Goodwill shelf, evoking the sad Toy Story 2 castoff fate of Jessie the Cowgirl before her rescue. The mid-1980s unit hadn’t even left its shrink-wrapped box. But when a local worker recognized it for what it was, everything changed. Goodwill Keystone Area, in…
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Why Do Consumers Shop Local?
July is recognized as Independent Retailers Month. At First Bank, we like to highlight the importance of shopping locally. Below are some of the many reasons that customers shop local, plus a few ways that small businesses can promote and enhance these key benefits. Why Do Consumers Shop Local? By supporting independent retailers, customers can…
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Ambler-Based Phenom Continues to Expand with Acquisition of India’s Tydy
Ambler-based Phenom has continued to expand with the recent acquisition of Tydy, an India-based company focusing on human resources preboarding and onboarding capabilities, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The deal is Phenom’s fifth acquisition overall, and its first in over two years. According to…
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Gun Detection Software Company ZeroEyes in Conshohocken raises $53M
ZeroEyes in Conshohocken has conducted one of the largest tech firm fundraisers so far this year, raising $53.3 million in Greater Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. ZeroEyes’ technology uses artificial intelligence to detect active shooters, turning existing security cameras into a “force multiplier,” according to CEO Mike Lahiff. When active shooters are…
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3 Ways to Utilize a Reverse Mortgage to Strengthen Your Financial Situation
Reverse mortgages can often be a misunderstood financial option for many consumers. One of the many reasons: since you must be 62 to obtain a reverse mortgage, consumers don’t get as much experience early on in their financial journeys as they would with credit cards or student loans. Driving this point home, a recent WSFS…
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Penn Community Bank Welcomes New Commercial Banking Team Leader Zac Collins
Zac Collins has joined Penn Community Bank as SVP – Commercial Banking Team Leader, bringing his 30 years of industry experience to further the Bank’s mission of delivering solutions that genuinely serve the best interests of individual and commercial customers. In his new role, Collins will lead a team focused on Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Banking…
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First Bank FSVP/Market Executive Anthony DeSenzo Receives Banker of the Year Award
J.G. Petrucci Company, Inc. (JGPCO), one of the New Jersey and Pennsylvania region’s most respected development and design/build organizations, hosted its annual Leadership Awards Dinner on May 9. This event honors industry leaders among brokers, bankers, engineers, and lawyers, and First Bank’s FSVP/Market Executive, Anthony DeSenzo, was recognized with the Banker of the Year Award.…
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Budgeting for Homeownership: Additional Costs Beyond the Down Payment
Congratulations! You’ve found the perfect house and are ready to make an offer. But before you place that bid, there are some additional expenses to consider that go beyond the down payment. To ensure a smooth transition into your new home and avoid any financial surprises, let’s explore some other expenses to factor into your…
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Should You Wait for Rates to Come Down Before Buying a Home?
If you’ve been wondering whether you should wait for mortgage rates to come down before you buy a house, you’re not alone. High rates and home prices have made many prospective buyers decide to sit out of the housing market. Over the past few years, we’ve seen mortgage rates climb from as low as three percent…
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Firstrust Bank Sponsors Southampton Days 4th of July Parade
Firstrust Bank, a family-owned financial institution with a 90-year legacy of fostering trust and stability through generations, is once again sponsoring the Southampton Days 4th of July Parade in Bucks County. Beginning at 9:30 AM, the parade will form at Jaymor Road in Southampton and proceed north on Second Streek Pike, before ending at Klingler…
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