Why “Big Banking” Often Fails Small Business
One of the hardest lessons in business is realizing that the massive retail bank you use for your personal checking account is often the worst choice for your company. When you have a crisis or a complex loan request, you don’t need an overseas call center; you need a local partner who is empowered to solve your problem.
At Office Ours, we advocate for banking local. We recommend partners headquartered right here in North Carolina or within our region—banks where you have the direct email and phone number of a person who understands your business goals.
Expanding Your Financial Network
A bank you’ve never heard of as a consumer might actually be the perfect strategic option for your business. We are constantly expanding our network of local lenders, commercial bankers, and credit unions to ensure our tenants have access to the best financial tools possible.
We can help our members find institutions headquartered right here in North Carolina or within our region—places where you can get the direct email and phone number of a local human being who understands your business goals.
Need Help with a Financial Referral?
Building a business requires a strong network, and we believe in opening doors for our community. We weave our small business support directly into our network of trusted local professionals—the very same local vendors, regional lenders, and community banks we used to build and scale Office Ours.
If you are looking for a specific type of loan, such as an SBA loan, equipment financing, or a commercial line of credit, you don’t have to guess where to turn. We are always happy to provide a direct referral to a trusted local commercial banker who genuinely values small business clients and has the authority to make decisions locally.
Office Ours Banking Benefit: Coastal Credit Union
We are proud to be a Coastal Credit Union Select Employer Group (SEG). This exclusive arrangement means that simply by renting workspace with Office Ours, both your business and you as the owner are eligible for membership and specialized business services at Coastal.
Benefits Available to Office Ours Members:
Small Business Expertise
Local Decision Making
Streamlined Entry
How to Get Started: Contact your Community Manager for our unique SEG code, or visit the Coastal Credit Union Business Page to explore their current rates and services. Be sure to mention you are an Office Ours member to access your specific benefits.
More Connections Coming Soon
We are continuously in talks with regional banking institutions to create exclusive “fast-track” introduction programs for Office Ours tenants. Our goal is to continually bridge the gap between your physical office space and the trusted local capital you need to grow.
Tired of being a number at a mega-bank?
Let us introduce you to the local financial contacts who want to see your business thrive.
Contact our team today to learn more about our local business community resources.