Unrealized mark-to-market losses in First Republic's loan book and investment portfolio have been an obstacle to clinching an investment, Reuters has reported.
A sale of loans to other parties, including private equity firms, is one option under consideration, two of the sources said.
While a sale of the entire bank remains possible, First Republic is still currently focused on a capital raise, the third source said.
The sources cautioned the situation remained fluid and asked not to be identified because the deliberations are confidential.
Shares in First Republic extended gains following the news, up 60% to $19.44.