[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4  “First Reliance Bank’s financial strength has prevailed since the bank opened in 1999. First Reliance Bank has benefited from being part of the community banking system, where confidence has remained  high.  Many people have discovered that a community bank is often the best source of business and personal services in communities it serves.  First Reliance is safe, secure and it is capitalized well above FDIC required levels.  Our focus on superior customer service delivered by a highly skilled, personable work force is an ideal platform upon which to build trust and bring customers to our branches.  We are taking this same approach with our new indirect finance line of business and are excited to offer this program in our markets,” said Rick Saunders, CEO.