Industry insight
Cannabis banking isn't new to us—it's what we do. Our deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and day-to-day realities helps you navigate challenges with clarity and move foward with confidence.
Driving cannabis progress through trusted banking
Since 2018, we've been helping cannabis businesses move forward with confidence—backed by real experience and a deep understanding of the industry's complexities. We know what it takes to navigate evolving regulations, manage cash flow and keep operations running smoothly. Our customized banking solutions are designed to support your business, simplify your processes and help you grow with confidence.
Qualify with confidence
Meet clear, cannabis-focused requirements that make opening and maintaining your account straightforward.
Know your costs
Understand transparent, straightforward banking fees designed to support sustainable growth.D
Start banking sooner
Follow a clear onboarding timeline that gets your cannabis business banking started quickly and confidently.
Talk with a cannabis specialist who understands your business
Partner with innovators
Work with specialists who have been been shaping cannabis banking since 2018. Our dedicated team brings proven experience, industry insight and the long-term stability your business can depend on.
Join a thriving community
From cultivators to retailers, we serve businesses of every size with tailored financial solutions built to keep you compliant, confident and ready for what's next.D
3,000+
hemp and cannabis clients
8 years
helping hemp and cannabis businesses
50 states
served across the US, plus Puerto Rico
Cannabis & hemp business banking benefits
Advantages designed for the way you grow
Proven experience
With 8 years dedicated to cannabis and hemp banking—and more than a century supporting family farms and agricultural suppliers—we bring the stability, insight and long-standing lending expertise to help your business grow securely.
Proactive protection
In a fast-moving industry, staying compliant and secure matters more than ever. Our proactive account monitoring combines expert oversight with advanced technology to protect your business and keep your operations running smoothly.
Fair pricing
Bank confidently with transparent pricing that puts your business first. Our straightforward structure means no surprises—just fair costs that help you plan, grow and invest with confidence.D
2026 Report
State of the Cannabis Industry
See the latest US cannabis market data, operator survey findings, policy analysis and financing insights.
"We share this pioneering mindset"
"I cannot tell you how many conversations I've had with banking partners and the knee-jerk reaction has always been 'No' or 'We don't support this.' Now, working with First Citizens, we instead hear, 'How can we solve this?' We realize that we share this pioneering mindset."
Tyler Priest
CRO, Green Leaf Business Solutions
Cannabis and Hemp Industry Insights
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Taxes
Using the Section 179 deduction to save on equipment costs
The Section 179 deduction, along with bonus depreciation, offers a powerful one-two tax punch.
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Industry Expertise
Building a cannabis business that lasts
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Neundorfer's company, a leading manufacturer of premium hemp-derived cannabinoid products, is building a reputation as a trusted supplier committed to transparency and quality.
Risk Management
How to safeguard your business from financial fraud
Protect your business from financial harm using a range of straightforward strategies shared by our panel of fraud industry veterans.
By developing and implementing a comprehensive fraud management plan, you'll have the resources needed to address financial threats as they occur.
