We’re excited to share that First American has been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2026. Read More›

Washington, D.C., March 30, 2026 — The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, announced it has renewed TrustLink™ as an ALTA Elite Provider for 2026. Read More›

Washington, D.C., March 25, 2026 — The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, announced it has renewed First American Trust, a federal savings bank, as an ALTA Elite Provider for 2026. “The ALTA Elite Provider Program recognizes service providers that demonstrate a strong ... Read More›

First American Trust is proud to be recognized by Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF) on its annual list of Top Companies Supporting Educational Excellence. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in the future of our students, schools, and community. Read More›

As we move into 2026, several important changes affecting retirement accounts are now in effect. While the headlines may suggest sweeping reform, the real impact for most investors will come from how these rules interact with income planning, taxes, Medicare, and estate goals. Below, we summarize the most relevant developments—and, more ... Read More›

2025 was a very good year for global financial markets, featuring strong performance across major asset classes, including domestic and international equities, bonds, and precious metals. Despite bouts of significant geopolitical turmoil, including sharp changes in U.S. trade and tariff policies, escalation in the U.S.-China rivalry, and armed ... Read More›

Mortgage rates have retreated from their highs, offering a bit more breathing room for buyers. Applications and sales have lifted off the floor, but the market isn’t back to a familiar groove. The Federal Reserve is threading the needle—finishing the job on inflation while trying to keep the labor market intact. A “frozen” jobs landscape, with ... Read More›

Jerry Braakman, President and Chief Investment Officer, and Jason Nerio, Director of Investment Research and Strategy, share their insight on current business cycles and market trends. Watch this video to learn more. Recorded: November 12, 2025 Speakers: Read More›

Maximize your real estate strategy with confidence, trust and full service. First American’s unique structure and deeply rooted real estate experience gives us the competitive edge in providing full support in every phase of your real estate investment. Read More›

U.S. equity and financial markets delivered strong performance in Q3-2025, buoyed by renewed optimism about monetary easing, solid corporate earnings, and AI-related enthusiasm on the back of massive data center and semiconductor investment. The performance was impressive considering markets overcame a series of underlying risks, including ... Read More›

David Yoo, Director of Tax and Financial Planning, and Beth Vasquez, Chief Fiduciary Officer and Legal Counsel of First American Trust, discuss tax planning, strategies, and what to prepare for before year end and in the following tax year. Read More›

"We're still constructive on the fixed income side, especially if the Fed has maybe peaked in rates here and looking to cut. That could be supportive of bond prices as well," said Jerry Braakman. Jerry Braakman, President and Chief Investment Officer, and Scott Dudgeon, Director of Equity Research, share their insight on current business cycles ... Read More›