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Overlooked Retirement Expenses (And How to Plan for Them)
How much will a comfortable retirement cost you? You may already have a number in mind, but the reality is often higher than expected. The good news: with thoughtful planning, you can prepare for the expenses that tend to catch retirees off guard. Here are a...
12 Questions to Shape Your Retirement Plan
Retirement isn’t just an age or a date circled on the calendar—it’s the beginning of a new chapter. For some, it means travel and adventure; for others, it’s about slowing down, pursuing passions, or spending time with family. Whatever your vision, the key is having a...
Back to School, Back to Planning: Start Saving for College with a 529 Plan
As students sharpen pencils and parents stock up on school supplies, it’s a natural time to think beyond the classroom—to the future. Whether your child is just starting kindergarten or already in high school, the back-to-school season is a smart time to revisit your...
First Community Trust Announces New Partnership with Des Moines Metro Credit Union
IOWA – First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally chartered trust company, has announced a new partnership with Des Moines Metro Credit Union. This collaboration will aim to provide investment management, retirement planning, and trust services to a broader range...
First Community Trust Announces New Partnership with Midland Credit Union
IOWA – First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally chartered trust company, has announced a new partnership with Midland Credit Union. This collaboration will aim to provide investment management, retirement planning, and trust services to a broader range of...
10 Retirement Myths You Need to Outsmart
Debunking misconceptions on taxes, Social Security, and beyond Retirement is a long-awaited milestone, but outdated assumptions can lead to costly surprises. From taxes and Social Security to healthcare and investment strategies, here are 10 common myths to...
First Community Trust Appoints Ryan Bryte as Senior Vice President, Institutional
DUBUQUE, IOWA- First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT) proudly announces the addition of Ryan Bryte as Senior Vice President, Institutional, bringing more than two decades of experience in the financial services industry to the company. Bryte will lead the continued growth...
Investing Through Life’s Stages: How to Stay on Track at Every Age
No matter where you are on life’s journey, investing in your future is always a good idea. But what that looks like will change over time. Your priorities shift, your income grows, and your tolerance for risk evolves. That’s why it’s smart to regularly revisit your...
First Community Trust Hires Jan Cliff as Senior Investment Officer
DUBUQUE, IOWA - First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally-chartered trust company based in Dubuque, Iowa, announced that Jan Cliff is joining the team as the Senior Investment Officer to help lead investment portfolio strategies. In this role, Cliff supports the...
Mid-Year Retirement Portfolio Review: Staying on Track
Think of a mid-year retirement portfolio review as a financial check-up—not a full overhaul, but a moment to pause, reflect, and make thoughtful adjustments. It’s a smart way to ensure your retirement plan is still working for you and aligned with your goals. You’ll...