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Your Community Bank – Asheville NC

Across The Carolinas 2 min read

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At First Bank, we believe that part of being your community bank in Asheville, NC, means offering services that meet the needs of everyone. From checking and savings accounts to mortgages and personal loans, First Bank proudly offers the services you expect from a commercial bank with the personalized care you need from a community one.

From the delectable culinary scene to the culture-filled music and arts scene, Asheville, North Carolina is a city rooted in community values. First Bank understands the importance of community values, and we pride ourselves on being your community bank in Asheville, NC.

The Asheville Community Bank That Meets Your Needs

Our services offered include:

Personal Banking

First Bank offers personal banking services to meet a variety of individual needs—from checking accounts for college students to home equity lines of credit. Our services include:

Business Banking

If you are thinking of starting a business in Asheville or already have an established business, First Bank’s business banking options could help you thrive. We offer:

Mortgages

Ready to buy a house in the Asheville area? First Bank offers a variety of mortgage loans, including:

Your Community Bank - Asheville NC

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First Bank started in Troy, NC, where we helped a small community recover from losing its only bank at the beginning of the Great Depression. After that we were known for helping local businesses and farmers handle their finances. We continued to grow, and today we serve customers in North Carolina and South Carolina at more than 100 locations.

If you want to read more about home ownership, check out our online Financial Education Center for more mortgage articles or our mortgage loan calculator.

Make First Bank your community bank. We have 13 locations throughout Western North Carolina, so it’s easy to visit your nearest branch today.

Investment and Insurance Products are NOT Bank Deposits, NOT FDIC-Insured, HAVE NO Bank Guarantee, NOT Insured by any Federal Government Agency, May Go Down in Value. Loans subject to credit approval.

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