Forward Bank

We always hope our customers feel confident discussing money with their families. But, the truth is, talking about money can be very uncomfortable for many. Here are four tips on how to get started:

There's plenty to learn about personal financial topics, but breaking them down can help simplify things. 

If college were a party, then student loans are the hangover. Unfortunately, the “hair of the dog” won't cure this headache, but here are some ideas for managing your student loan debt.

If you are one of the many Americans who are in a second marriage, you may need to revisit your estate strategy. Unlike a typical first marriage, second marriages often require special consideration in order to address children from a prior marriage and the disposition of assets accumulated prior to the second marriage.

Since most children haven't yet established any credit history, criminals can fraudulently create a "clean credit slate" for themselves, which can go unnoticed for years. The good news is there are specific steps you can take to make sure the children in your life are protected. Here are a few things to do right away.