At First Bank, we envision a future where our time, attention and charitable funding collectively help shape a more positive future for generations to come. First Bank is passionate about supporting educational options for all young people, but especially those from historically disadvantaged communities.
Historically, professional advisors primarily focused on business-related matters, often overlooking the unique challenges and intricacies associated with managing a family-owned business. However, there is a noticeable shift toward seeking advice on non-business, yet equally important, aspects of family business.
Like other banking professionals, I’ve been fielding numerous calls from Commercial Real Estate (CRE) clients on both the direction of interest rates as well as strategies for pending maturities of commercial loans. While I make every effort to stay out of the interest rate game, I do offer our clients cold facts about the new rate reality we are facing.