Patrick L. Ryan Talks to American Banker on PPP Lending Automation

January 15, 2021 by firstbanknj, posted in Community News, Financial Information, Newsworthy, What's Good at First Bank

Some community banks are embracing automation as a way to efficiently manage the next round of PPP Loans. First Bank is one of those banks. Pat Ryan talked with American Banker about the differences between the initial rounds of PPP loans and the latest one, and the need to continue to provide a personal touch … Continue reading Patrick L. Ryan Talks to American Banker on PPP Lending Automation

First Bank to Participate in Next Round of PPP Lending

January 11, 2021 by firstbanknj, posted in Financial Information, Financial Tips, Newsworthy

The Paycheck Protection Program is once again providing small businesses with the resources needed to maintain their payroll, hire back employees who may have been laid off, and cover applicable overhead. PPP loans from the round will be available to: Companies with fewer than 300 employees who have already used or will use the full … Continue reading First Bank to Participate in Next Round of PPP Lending

Questions about Stimulus Payments?

January 7, 2021January 6, 2021 by firstbanknj, posted in Financial Information, Financial Tips, Newsworthy

First Bank has gathered some answers to questions you may have about the recent Economic Impact Stimulus Payments. When did Economic Impact (Stimulus) Payments start going out?Payments began to go out on December 30, 2020. How much of a payment will I get?The maximum amount for this second round of stimulus checks is $600 for … Continue reading Questions about Stimulus Payments?

First Bank and EVERFI Offer 20+ Digital Courses for Kids

December 21, 2020December 18, 2020 by firstbanknj, posted in Community News, Financial Information, Newsworthy, What's Good at First Bank

With schools across the country approaching winter break and some schools returning to full-time remote learning, there is a recognized extra strain put on parents who continue to balance work and childcare. In these challenging times, young people may need additional support in areas like mental wellness, digital wellness, financial readiness, career exploration, paying for … Continue reading First Bank and EVERFI Offer 20+ Digital Courses for Kids

What our Customers Say

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What our Customers Say

Gini Gramaglia-Parent

“We sincerely appreciate their professionalism to help us through such a difficult time.”

Ricky Puleio

“These are the types of business dealings that keep customers like me around for a long time.”

Robert Slade, MD

“It is not an overstatement to say that help from First Bank truly helped the community that we all live in.”

Karen Grady

“During the busiest and craziest parts of the loan program you always made yourself available.”

Lou Rodriguez, P.E.

“I cannot emphasize enough the importance of business owners having a relationship with your bank.”

Dinesh Goswami

“Truly a community bank.”

Robin Harvey

“This was a time of life or death for our business’ future and they stepped up for us big time!”

Peter J. Dawson

“Working with First Bank [on obtaining a PPP loan] during a very critical time for my business was what helped me sleep when my head hit the pillow at night.”