The U.S. Department of the Treasury has stopped producing pennies, which means banks can no longer order them from the Federal Reserve. For more than a century, the penny has been a familiar part of everyday transactions. But as production ends, the number of pennies in circulation will gradually decrease. We have taken proactive steps...Read More

Rick Saunders didn’t originally plan to start a bank. As he tells it, the idea came not from ambition, but from observation. During a time when larger banks were undergoing mergers...Read More

Regardless of the size of your business or industry, securing the right funding at the right time can be a game-changer. Whether launching a new venture, expanding operations, or simply managing cash flow, access to capital is essential. At First Reliance Bank, we believe in the power of small businesses, and we are committed to...Read More