Exhibit 16.1
September 3, 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 September 3, 2013, of Severn Bancorp, Inc. and agree with the statements contained in the third and fourth paragraphs therein. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the registrant contained therein.
Very truly yours,