WARREN, Ohio, Feb. 15, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- First Place Bank, an affiliate of First Place Financial Corp. (Nasdaq:FPFC), has introduced several new and expanded lending centers across its market area to better serve the borrowing needs of community residents.
In Ohio, the First Place Lending Center on Cincinnati's East Side has been expanded with a larger structure and more staff. Opened in early 2003, the facility at 1080 Nimitz View Road offers individual loan consultations, quick loan application and response time, local loan servicing, and expertise in helping customers choose among the many structuring and refinancing options available today.
Because of that location's success, First Place has opened a new Lending Center on Cincinnati's West Side at 6813 Harrison Avenue, as well as one in Battle Creek, Michigan at 291 Columbia Avenue, bringing the bank's total Lending Centers to 20.
"First Place has a long history in providing loans to individuals, and our Lending Centers are another way to demonstrate our commitment to both customers and communities," said Bruce Wenmoth, corporate executive vice president of retail lending. "As one of the top lenders in Ohio, we are excited about bringing our special brand of customer service to both the Cincinnati and Battle Creek markets."
About First Place Financial Corp.
First Place Financial Corp., a $3.3 billion financial services holding company based in Warren, Ohio, operates 43 retail locations, 2 business financial service centers and 20 loan production offices through the First Place Bank and Franklin Bank divisions of First Place Bank. Additional affiliates of First Place Financial Corp. include First Place Insurance Agency, Ltd.; Coldwell Banker First Place Real Estate, Ltd.; TitleWorks Agency, LLC; and APB Financial Group, Ltd., an employee benefit-consulting firm and specialist in wealth management services for businesses and consumers. Information about First Place Financial Corp. may be found on the Company's Web site at www.firstplacebank.com.