SAFE Federal Credit Union begins construction on new Red Bank branch
June 5, 2019
SAFE Federal Credit Union broke ground on their newest branch located in the Red Bank community of Lexington, South Carolina on May 29th. Located on Brevard Parkway, the 2,825 square…
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FinTrust Capital Advisors hosts third annual FinTrust Financial Forum
June 4, 2019
On Wednesday, May 22, 2019 FinTrust Capital Advisors hosted an informative, collaborative conference focused on innovation and intellectual property at Zen in downtown Greenville. The FinTrust Financial Forum featured eight…
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BB&T gift benefits Lexington District One International Baccalaureate students
June 4, 2019
Lexington County School District One held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Lexington High School on Thursday, May 30, 2019, to commemorate BB&T’s investment in the district’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.…
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Leaving the Nest: Financial Strategies for Life After College
June 4, 2019
By Ann J. Beckwith, CFP® With spring upon us, nearly 3 million college students are preparing to proudly accept their hard-earned college diplomas and storm the “real world.” With…
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Paul Simpson appointed Data Scientist at Elliott Davis
May 31, 2019
Elliott Davis announces that Paul Simpson has been hired for the newly formed position of data scientist. In his role, Simpson will lead data research and analysis for the entire…
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4-star Morningstar Ratings Overall continue for Wallick Investments’ Core Growth and Fidelis composites
May 28, 2019
Wallick Investments, LLC’s chief equity composite strategy, WI Core Growth, received a 4-star Morningstar RatingTM among 162 mid-cap blend products as of March 31, 2019 for 3-year, 5-year,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis kicks off National 529 Day observance with $529 College Savings grants
May 21, 2019
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan would once again celebrate National 529 College Savings Day (May 29) with its PalmettoBaby Grant Program.…
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Local Midlands Wells Fargo team members participate in Community Service Super Saturday
May 20, 2019More than 1,300 Wells Fargo team members celebrated National Volunteer Month in April by volunteering 5,000 hours with nearly 90 nonprofits across the Southeast. The mass volunteer effort is part…
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Elliott Davis and Columbia Fireflies to host “Light Up Business Downtown”
May 15, 2019
Elliott Davis, a leading business solutions firm with nine offices across the Southeast, and the Columbia Fireflies announce the two organizations are partnering to host the inaugural “Light Up Business…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces quarterly cash dividend increase
May 13, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”), reported that its Board of Directors approved an increase of its regular quarterly cash dividend to $0.17 per common share. The dividend is…
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First Community announces executive retirements and promotion
May 13, 2019
First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, announced that two members of the company and the bank’s Executive Leadership Team, Chief Credit Officer, David Proctor, and…
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H. Lynn Harton to succeed Jimmy Tallent as Chairman of United Community Banks, Inc.’s Board of Directors
May 13, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed H. Lynn Harton, Chief Executive Officer (pictured), to serve as United’s Chairman of the…
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United Community Bank expands North Carolina presence with Charlotte team
May 8, 2019
United Community Bank has announced it will strengthen its North Carolina presence with the recent hire of two experienced Charlotte-based bankers that will lead operations in the growing metro region.…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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Select Bancorp reports first quarter 2019 earnings
April 30, 2019Select Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Select Bank & Trust Company, reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2019 of $3.3 million with basic and diluted earnings…
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Choosing a Health Care or Durable Power of Attorney
April 29, 2019
by Laird W. Green While no one wants to think about incapacity, everyone should have a plan to handle his or her incapacity, whether physical or mental. Who would…
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Ace Financial Literacy Month with Three Easy Steps
April 26, 2019
By Curtis Loftis Did you know that April is Financial Literacy Month? It’s a good time to remind individuals regardless of their age the importance of making good financial…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports EPS of $0.55 and ROA of 1.44% for Q1 2019
April 24, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) announced its first quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, improved operating efficiency and continued strong asset quality. Reported diluted…
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Southern First results for the first quarter of 2019
April 23, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to common shareholders of $6.0 million, or $0.78 per diluted share, for the first quarter…
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Poor Planning Could Lead To 5 Big Retirement Problems
April 18, 2019By Chris Hobart Ideally, retirement is a time someone anticipates eagerly – a reward for a lifetime of hard work and solid financial planning. But nearly half of workers…
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State Treasurer’s Office facilitates $30 million master lease for MUSC
April 18, 2019
Funding will support facility upgrades to improve energy efficiency throughout campus The State Treasurer’s Office recently worked with the Medical University of South Carolina to secure affordable financing through the…
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First Community Corporation announces first quarter results and cash dividend
April 17, 2019
First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, reported net income for the first quarter of 2019 of $2.50 million as compared to $2.71 million in the first quarter…
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Southern First hires Chief Banking Officer
April 2, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Cal Hurst as Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer. Hurst has worked in the banking industry…
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Bank of America Private Bank expands South Carolina Team
March 25, 2019
Bank of America Private Bank today announced two strategic new hires, emphasizing the firm’s ongoing commitment to the Columbia, South Carolina community. Columbia is home to 826,600 residents and boasts…
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The Town of Chapin receives highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting
March 11, 2019
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the Town of Chapin by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)…
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Wells Fargo donated $5.3 million to support South Carolina nonprofits in 2018
March 8, 2019
Wells Fargo donated more than $5.3 million through 389 grants to South Carolina nonprofits, schools and community organizations in 2018. Wells Fargo’s philanthropic contributions build on a history of addressing…
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Wallick Investments’ Core Growth and Fidelis composites receive 4-star Morningstar Ratings Overall
March 7, 2019Wallick Investments, LLC’s chief equity composite strategy, WI Core Growth, received a 4-star Morningstar RatingTM among 159 mid-cap blend products as of December 31, 2018 for 3-year, 5-year, 10-year and…
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Wallick Investments’ Core Growth and Fidelis composites receive 4-star Morningstar Ratings Overall
March 7, 2019Wallick Investments, LLC’s chief equity composite strategy, WI Core Growth, received a 4-star Morningstar RatingTM among 159 mid-cap blend products as of December 31, 2018 for 3-year, 5-year, 10-year and…
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Preparing financially for the death of a family member
March 4, 2019By Bethany M. Griffith, CFP®, EA Nothing is certain but death and taxes, and not many topics make for worse conversation starters at the Thanksgiving table. Yet, finding the…
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Preparing financially for the death of a family member
March 4, 2019
By Bethany M. Griffith, CFP®, EA Nothing is certain but death and taxes, and not many topics make for worse conversation starters at the Thanksgiving table. Yet, finding the…
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CresCom Bank expands Commercial Lending Executive Team with promotion of Ryan Benton
February 27, 2019
CresCom Bank, the second largest community bank in North and South Carolina, has expanded its Commercial Lending Team with the promotion of CresCom Bank team member Ryan Benton. Ryan Benton has been promoted…
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United Community Bank Partners with Blue Star Mothers of America to send care packages to active duty military
February 25, 2019United Community Bank have recently partnered with the Blue Star Mothers of America’s Greenville-Upstate chapter to send care packages to troops serving overseas. The packages were assembled by the…
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Pre/Post Marriage Guide to a successful financial future
February 25, 2019By Anne Marie E. Ashworth Congratulations! Either you are considering getting married, are recently engaged, or are newly married; you aren’t alone. In 2014, the CDC reported 2.14 million…
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Pre/Post Marriage Guide to a successful financial future
February 25, 2019
By Anne Marie E. Ashworth Congratulations! Either you are considering getting married, are recently engaged, or are newly married; you aren’t alone. In 2014, the CDC reported 2.14 million…
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3 Ways Identity Thieves Steal Your Tax Refund and How to Prevent It
February 22, 2019By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis That time of year has come: Tax season. While you may have just started preparing your tax returns, identity thieves have been gearing…
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3 Ways Identity Thieves Steal Your Tax Refund and How to Prevent It
February 22, 2019
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis That time of year has come: Tax season. While you may have just started preparing your tax returns, identity thieves have been gearing…
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SCRA & SC Launch celebrate $1 billion in follow-on funding for SC-based companies
February 21, 2019
SCRA, a public, non-profit corporation that fuels South Carolina’s innovation economy, celebrated a milestone of $1 billion of follow-on capital secured by Client Companies in the SC Launch Program. SC Launch, SCRA’s…
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SCRA announces seven new Client Companies
February 19, 2019
SCRA announced the recent acceptance of seven Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies receive mentoring and support services and may also be eligible for funding. Coastal…
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VentureSouth announces 2018 record-breaking results
February 13, 2019
VentureSouth is pleased to announce record-setting results for a fifth consecutive year. In 2018, the South Carolina-based early stage investment firm grew its membership to nearly 300 investors and invested…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces promotion of Richards H. Green as new Commissioner of Banking
February 11, 2019
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis, Chairman of the State Board of Financial Institutions, announced that Richards H. Green has been promoted to serve as the next Commissioner of Banking for…
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Charleston, Greenville land investment banking firm
February 8, 2019
Global finance executives launch Charles Towne Holdings Armed with nearly a century of Wall Street and global markets experience, a collection of Charleston deal makers has partnered to create Charles Towne…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces quarterly cash dividend
February 8, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”), reported that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per common share. The dividend is payable April 5, 2019…
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BB&T and SunTrust to combine in merger of equals
February 7, 2019
Combination of two franchises creates sixth-largest U.S. bank holding company with 275 years of combined history and culture serving clients and communities in high-growth markets Estimated net cost synergies of…
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Erin Jones earns Certified Financial Planner™ certification
February 5, 2019FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Erin Jones has earned the Certified Financial Planner™ certification. This achievement adds to Erin’s list of professional credentials which include the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®)…
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Erin Jones earns Certified Financial Planner™ certification
February 5, 2019
FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Erin Jones has earned the Certified Financial Planner™ certification. This achievement adds to Erin’s list of professional credentials which include the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®)…
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UC Funds closes $7.4 million first mortgage loan for Jamestowne Apartments in Columbia
February 4, 2019
UC Funds tops $2 billion in total closings with its latest multifamily transaction in South Carolina’s capital city UC Funds, a vertically-integrated commercial real estate specialty finance firm, announces the closing…
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United Community Bank named to Forbes List of America’s Best 100 Banks
February 1, 2019United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) was recently recognized as one of America’s best performing banks by Forbes magazine for the sixth consecutive year. “America’s Best Banks 2019,” an…
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Extreme Weather Events, Natural Disasters, and Insurance
January 31, 2019No matter where you live in the United States, there’s a good chance you’ll have to deal with one or more natural disasters or severe weather events. Each part of…
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Resource Financial Services increases loan volume significantly in 2018
January 31, 2019
Resource Financial Services, an independently owned full-service mortgage company serving the Southeast, announced its best year in total volume. The company showed significant growth in total volume of loan originations…
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Extreme Weather Events, Natural Disasters, and Insurance
January 31, 2019
No matter where you live in the United States, there’s a good chance you’ll have to deal with one or more natural disasters or severe weather events. Each part of…
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