At Forte Bank, we value the relationships we have with our customers and are always striving to provide the very best customer service and product offerings to meet your financial goals and needs. We’re proud to be a member of this community because we, along with you, call it home. This community is the basis of our banking philosophy and a point of distinction that is reflected in everything we do.

Community banks take in local deposits and redistribute them back into the community — consistently making more than 60 percent of small-business loans and more than 80 percent of agriculture loans. They also contribute tax dollars that help maintain local municipalities and keep local neighborhoods viable and strong because serving the best interests of their customers is fundamental to their business philosophy.

Community banks:

• Are highly favored by small businesses, earning a 74 percent net satisfaction score compared to 60 percent for large banks, 46 percent for finance companies and just 25 percent for online lenders, according to a Federal Reserve study.
• Are committed lenders with loan growth that has outpaced noncommunity banks for eight years.
• Demonstrate safety and soundness with higher capital ratios and better loan quality than the largest institutions.
• Offer high-tech, high-touch service, giving consumers access to modern-day conveniences while maintaining the superior customer service for which community banks are known.
• Have a strong track record in helping underserved Americans by focusing a relatively large share of their resources in low- and moderate-income tracts.

During Community Banking Month, we are celebrating YOU with fun activities and events as a thank you for your support of community banking. ALL community members are welcome.

Watch our Facebook and Instagram pages to keep tabs on the activities!

See our schedule of events for Community Banking Month!