RCB Blog

‘Tis the season of gift giving. Before you start making lists and checking them twice, give yourself the gift of cyber safety! According to the National Retail Federation, 73% of consumers plan to use their smartphone or tablet to research or make a purchase this holiday season. Don’t let cyber grinches turn merriment into mayhem.

Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only growing worse.

River City Bank announces the addition of Tushar Patel and Penny Evans-Plants to its Board of Directors effective September 1^st. Both individuals were also appointed to serve on the Board of the bank’s holding company, RCB Financial Corporation.

As part of its annual Get Smart About Credit campaign, the American Bankers Association (ABA) Foundation is providing consumers with information on common scholarship and student loan scams and tips on how to avoid falling victim.

Corporate account takeover is a type of fraud where thieves gain access to a business’ finances to make
unauthorized transactions, including transferring funds from the company, creating and adding new fake employees
to payroll, and stealing sensitive customer information that may not be recoverable. The Georgia Bankers
Association and American Bankers Association recommend following these tips to keep your small business safe.

River City Bank is celebrating the opening of its first full-service branch located at 206 Hwy 515 E in Blairsville, GA. The tremendous success of our Mortgage and Loan Office, which opened in late 2020, has allowed us to expand our services and be able to offer full-service banking solutions in Union County. Our growth is a testament to our commitment to support and invest in the communities we serve.

River City Bank is pleased to announce the hiring of three new team members, completing their local retail banking team in Union County. The bank’s full-service Blairsville Office is scheduled to open June 13^th at 206 Highway 515.

River City Bank has once again earned a top (5-Star) rating from BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm.

Shane Walley with River City Bank in Rome, Georgia attended the 2022 on-campus session of the Georgia Banking School as a first-year student. 

Enjoy the full benefits of Online Banking by enrolling in electronic statements (eStatements). eStatements provide fast, safe, and secure delivery of your bank statements which means less worry for you!