This article was written by GoodTrust and published on May 6, 2026. When you think of estate planning, you probably think of wills and trusts, first. Maybe you also think of power of attorneys and medical directives. And that’s a great start, but thinking about your estate plan holistically, how all the pieces fit together to make the whole process as easy as possible for your family is the right next step. Whether you’re planning for the first time, already have documents in place,
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This article summarizes key findings from the NFIB Small Business Economic Trends Report for April 2026, released on May 12, 2026. To explore the data and analysis in greater depth, download the entire report here. If you've felt like running your business is harder than usual lately, the numbers back you up. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) — the country's largest small business advocacy organization — released its April 2026 Small Business Economic Trends
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In every community, small and medium-sized businesses are the driving force behind local investment, job creation and economic growth. Businesses that partner with their community bank gain a competitive advantage through access to financing and financial solutions that support expansion, equipment purchases, commercial real estate acquisitions, and seasonal cash flow management. At First Community Bank and Trust, we make every effort to understand your business and the story behind it. That’s
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