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Planning a summer getaway should be exciting, not stressful. But while you're focused on booking flights, packing bags, and planning activities, fraudsters may be looking for opportunities to target travelers who are away from their normal routines.

Written by Mark Hostutler - Editor, American Community Journals Building a successful business takes more than just vision—it requires the right financial partner. For entrepreneur Nancy Glass, founder of Glass Entertainment Group, Firstrust Bank has played a critical role in supporting her growth from startup to one of the top multimedia production companies in the world.

Scammers are becoming more sophisticated—and one of the most common tactics used today is imposter scams. In a recent real-life incident, a Firstrust customer received a phone call from someone claiming to be a law enforcement officer. The caller said the customer had missed a court date and now faced legal action. To resolve the issue, the customer was instructed to send funds via wire transfer.

Acquiring an existing business can be a powerful growth strategy, whether you’re entering a new market, expanding operations, or transitioning ownership. SBA loans are frequently used to support business acquisitions because of their flexible structures and favorable terms. However, acquisition financing introduces complexities that require careful planning and experienced guidance. Learn more about how SBA loans from Firstrust Bank support business growth.

Running a small business takes passion, dedication, and time—but managing invoices, accepting payments, and tracking cash flow shouldn’t slow you down. In honor of Small Business Month, Firstrust Bank is honored to support local entrepreneurs with tools that make everyday business banking easier. One of those tools is Autobooks, an all-in-one invoicing and payment solution built directly into Firstrust online and mobile banking.

Written by Mark Hostutler - Editor, American Community Journals A Bucks County Business Built on Craftsmanship and Growth For Steve and Kristi Ferrari, the owners of Bucks County-based Works in Stone, growth didn’t arrive all at once. It built gradually, project by project, stone by stone. Then, it suddenly accelerated.

Small Business Month — Protect Your Business and Your Peace of Mind Small businesses are the backbone of our communities—and protecting them is more important than ever. During Small Business Month, it’s a great time to evaluate how you’re safeguarding your accounts, your employees, and your daily operations from fraud. At Firstrust Bank, we understand that business owners need both visibility and control.

Written by Mark Hostutler - Editor, American Community Journals Under the stewardship of four generations of the Kieffer family, Kieffer’s Appliances in Lansdale has been serving residents of the Delaware Valley for more than a century and captures well the spirit of family-run enterprises. In business for more than 100 years, Kieffer’s Appliances prides itself on bringing professional service, support, and a broad product selection to an industry dominated by large, impersonal retail chains.

Spring Clean Your Security: Simple Ways to Help Protect Your Finances When spring arrives, many of us feel ready for a fresh start. We clean out closets, organize paperwork, tackle projects we’ve been putting off, and try to make life feel a little simpler. But spring cleaning doesn’t have to stop at home — it can also be a great time to check in on your financial habits and account security.