Exhibit 16
July 1, 2013
Securities and Exchange Commission
100 F Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20549
Ladies and Gentlemen:
We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K, dated on or about July 1, 2013, of Republic First Bancorp, Inc. and agree with the statements contained in the second and third paragraphs therein. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the registrant contained therein.
Very truly yours,