First Bank

Financial planning can be complex. First1Financial provides tailored planning and investment services, ensuring expert guidance and support every step of the way. https://lnkd.in/gZGJfnGx #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank

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What’s one of the best steps you can take to protect your business against scam tactics? Keeping your staff informed. Caution them against: - Requests for gift cards or a money transfer - Unexpected invoices from a vendor asking for immediate payment - Strange links, attachments, or emails #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank

Tiffany Patterson, a Branch Manager at our Clewiston – Main Office location, brought over a decade of banking experience with her when she joined First Bank. She does a fantastic job rallying our team and helping First Bank customers reach their financial goals. First Bank employee since: 2021 Expertise: Leadership, relationship building, and problem solving In her free time: She enjoys spending time with her family and reading #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank

Things happen. If you’re ever in need of additional funds for your business, you can rest easy knowing we offer Business Lines of Credit to help you avoid dipping into your capital. Benefits include: - Purchasing power for business expenses - Revolving credit that replenishes as you repay it - Competitive rates - Quick decision making and local processing Applying is easy. Learn more and get started at: https://lnkd.in/gmtqjGv9 #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank

If you run a small business and find yourself dealing with restricted cash flow, try these tactics: 1. Incentivize prompt payments. 2. Evaluate your inventory regularly to identify what sells well and what doesn’t. 3. Invoice immediately and consider asking for a partial payment up front. #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank

On March 31, 2025, the Zelle app will be discontinued. After this date, Zelle will only work through banks that are official partners. Since First Bank is not a Zelle partner, you will no longer be able to use Zelle with your First Bank account. We choose not to partner with Zelle because we are committed to protecting customer data and limiting third-party access to sensitive financial information. We also take security seriously, especially when it comes to digital payments.

Job scams are becoming increasingly common, targeting job seekers with enticing offers like government positions, remote roles, or mystery shopper opportunities. Protect yourself by keeping these tips in mind: - Thoroughly research the company and hiring manager online. - Never pay upfront for the promise of a job. - Be cautious if they claim to have overpaid you and request money back – it’s a major red flag. Staying informed is your best defense against fraud. Protect yourself and your career. #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank

Phishing – also known as email or text scams – are alarmingly easy to fall for. The Federal Trade Commission recommends these actions if a work email or text looks suspicious: 1. Double-check the email address. It might be very similar to the correct email. 2. Don’t click on any links or open any attachments. 3. Call the vendor, client or colleague to verify the email is legitimate. #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank

Supporting FGCU basketball with our team! ???? A great way to connect and enjoy the game together. #LocalBusiness #Local #Community #CommunityBank