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NC Bank If you are looking for one of the best North Carolina banks, consider a visit to your local First Bank. First Bank is an NC bank that is small enough to know you by name, but large enough to meet all of your banking needs. We have more than 100 convenient locations throughout the state of North Carolina. Plus, First Bank was recently recognized as one of the by Forbes. Banking Services First Bank offers a variety of banking services for families, individuals, and business owners in North Carolina. Some of our services include: Personal banking: Checking accounts, savings accounts, debit cards, personal loans, and more. Business banking: Checking accounts, savings accounts, loans and credit, merchant services, and more. Mortgages: Conventional loans, jumbo loans, government loans, VA loans, and one-time close construction-to-permanent loans. We also have a Financial Education Center where you can find articles about buying a home, starting a business, our activities in the community, and more! Click here to explore more banking options. First Bank’s Mission At the beginning of the Great Depression, a small town in North Carolina lost its only bank. That town was Troy, NC, and in 1935 First Bank opened its first branch to help with the loss. At that time, we were called Bank of Montgomery, and we were known for helping farmers and local businesses manage their money for 3 whole decades. In 1985, we changed our name to First Bank, and a lot has changed since then. The manufacturing, industrial, and technology industries have grown, and we’ve continued to evolve to meet the needs of our customers. Our mission is to show that we care about our customers, and to provide them with safe and convenient banking. If you are looking for a North Carolina bank that strives to meet your needs, visit a First Bank branch near you. Loans subject to credit approval. Member FDIC. Sources: NCpedia: http://www.ncpedia.org/history/20th-Century/great-depression 2 min read

List of Banks Headquartered in North Carolina The fact that North Carolina is home to a large number of banks might surprise you. Over the years, the Tar Heel state has become a hub for banks of all sizes. Many community banks, like First Bank,* are headquartered in North Carolina and are making a case for being a better choice. There’s no denying that huge corporate banks manage billions more than your local bank, but data indicates that community banks hold over $5 trillion in assets in the United States. This is because community banks have maintained an important place in the nation’s business and economic sector, especially for small business and agricultural lending. Why First Bank is the Bank for You First Bank opened its first branch in Troy, NC, in 1935, and since then has been committed to helping individuals, families, and small businesses achieve their short-term and long-term goals. To this day, we continuously strive to evolve and improve our services to meet the wide-ranging needs of our customers across the states of North Carolina and South Carolina.** With nearly 100 locations in NC, First Bank can be found in every major city, from the coast to the mountains. We have a range of mobile personal and business banking services*** available to you, as well as mortgage, loan, and credit options. So, if you’re looking for a bank headquartered in North Carolina, visit your local First Bank branch today. *Member FDIC ***While First Bank does not charge for mobile banking, your mobile carrier’s message and data rates may apply. Sources: NC Global Economy: http://www.ncglobaleconomy.com/banks/overview.shtml 2 min read

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First Bank is One of the Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies in the World First Bank is one of Fortune’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies for 2019! 2 min read

First Bank Spotted in Times Square In celebration of First Bank being chosen as one of North Carolina’s best banks by Forbes, the bank’s partners at NASDAQ arranged for a congratulatory message to show in New York City’s Times Square. 1 min read

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First Bank Recognized For Innovative Financial Wellness Program Recently, First Bank was recognized by CardRates.com with their Editor’s Choice award for the bank’s innovative approach to providing financial wellness and community support. Specifically highlighting the bank’s First@Work Program, the CardRates.com team writes, “First Bank’s efforts to deliver meaningful financial education resources to the communities it serves help fulfill its mission as a community bank. It also makes it stand out as an institution that is going the extra mile for its customers.” Check out the full article on the CardRates.com site. 1 min read

First Bank named Community Bank of the Year

First Bank Named 2018 Community Bank of the Year First Bank was honored as the 2018 Community Bank of the Year by the NC Rural Center. 3 min read

Happy National Financial Literacy Month! April, like any month of the year, is the perfect time to take a look at your spending habits and build better behaviors to hit your long-term savings goals. But what makes this month especially ideal is that it’s National Financial Literacy Month! 1 min read

First Bank and Northern Moore Family Resource Center – “Dream It. Do It.” First Bank has partnered with Northern Moore Family Resource Center (NMFRC) for the final quarter of its “Dream It. Do It.” contest. 1 min read

First Bank and Community Housing Solutions – “Dream It. Do It.” First Bank has partnered with Community Housing Solutions for the third quarter of its “Dream It. Do It.” contest. 1 min read

First Bank and Kids Making It – “Dream It. Do It.” First Bank has partnered with Kids Making It for the second quarter of its “Dream It. Do It.” contest. 1 min read

Dream It, Do It Q1 Winner: Herrera Family One of the first “Dream It. Do It.” winners is Silverio Herrera who was nominated by his wife Jeni. 1 min read

North Carolina’s Key Industries [Infographic] It’s no secret that North Carolina is a hotbed of business and population growth in the Southeast. We take a look at our home state’s key industries and the economic impact in 2017. 1 min read

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