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An Account Designed with Students in Mind!

Heading off to college? Between going to classes and studying, you need an account that fits your lifestyle! First Mid offers a smart and easy way for students to manage their money through our Basic Student Checking account. Features include: Free online banking & account alerts Free mobile banking1 with free ...read more

College 101: Building Healthy Financial Habits

Whether you’re a freshman or senior in college, it’s important to build healthy financial habits early on before heading into the ‘real world.’ Here are some tips to keep in mind when it comes to managing your finances while in college. Get in the Habit of Keeping a Budget If you have ...read more

Settle into a Home with Less Than 20% Down

If you’re ready to take the big step in buying a home, but haven’t saved enough for the traditional 20% down payment, there are mortgage options that may be right for you. First Mid offers several mortgage financing products that could get you into a home with less of a ...read more

Sweetening the Commercial Lending Process

Your dream flower shop, that unexpected expense to replace old machinery, or a much-needed expansion for your thriving accounting firm. No matter the business or the reason, you need access to hassle-free lending options. The loan pre-approval, negotiation, and final approval process can be tricky to navigate, so let’s discuss ...read more

Summer Activities on a Budget

Just because you are working hard towards a major financial goal doesn’t mean that you can't have fun in the summertime. Below are a few ideas for free local things to do so that you can still enjoy yourself without having to spend a fortune this summer. 1. Visit your local ...read more

Teach Children to Save

Although there is no right age to start teaching your kids how to save money, it doesn't hurt to start introducing financial concepts at an early age. Here are some ways that you can teach your children about how to be financially responsible. Explain Needs vs. wants By distinguishing the difference between ...read more

Retirement Planning… have you started?

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes…err…retirement planning? You realize this after discovering that education and career goals only begin the stress of properly planning your retirement. Think of it this way: your future self is counting on you to take care of business now to make sure you ...read more

Apply for a First Mid Credit Card!

Whether you’re looking to build your credit, earn cash back rewards, or separate your business expenses, First Mid offers a variety of Visa® and American Express® credit cards for both personal and business needs. With a First Mid credit card, you can enjoy: Competitive rates Extra perks such as rental discounts, ...read more

Public Financing through First Mid

Getting a loan for a new car is a pretty straight-forward process. But what if you’re with a unit of local government that needs to finance a fire truck or other equipment? That’s a specialized form of commercial lending, and it’s not always simple. Public entities obtain financing via unique methods, ...read more

Spring Clean Your Finances

Spring is a great time to clean out your home, and it doesn’t have to stop there. If it’s been awhile since you’ve reviewed your finances, it might be time to clean out your financial junk drawer. Spring cleaning your finances can help you get a clearer picture of where ...read more