CresCom Bank’s Katie Skeen named branch manager for Conway

  April 24, 2017

CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has promoted Katie Skeen as branch manager for its Conway, South Carolina location. Previously, Skeen served as branch manager for the Elizabethtown…

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CresCom bank welcomes new branch manager in Elizabethtown

  April 24, 2017

CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has named Debbie Earl as the new branch manager for its Elizabethtown branch. Earl, who is an active leader in the Elizabethtown…

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VentureSouth announces first quarter investments

  April 13, 2017

VentureSouth announced several investments the network executed in the first quarter of 2017. The network of angel groups and funds made its largest investment last quarter in TiO Home. TiO…

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VentureSouth announces first quarter investments

  April 13, 2017

VentureSouth announced several investments the network executed in the first quarter of 2017. The network of angel groups and funds made its largest investment last quarter in TiO Home. TiO…

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2017 Community Banking Month

  March 28, 2017

By Teresa Taylor Executive Director The Independent Banks of SC   Where you choose to bank matters. Your choice of bank is your vote on where your money goes. Are…

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2017 Community Banking Month

  March 28, 2017

By Teresa Taylor Executive Director The Independent Banks of SC   Where you choose to bank matters. Your choice of bank is your vote on where your money goes. Are…

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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair

  March 20, 2017

FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…

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First Reliance Bank announces new Board Chair

  March 20, 2017

FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bank has announced the appointment of J. Munford Scott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board. Scott has served as a Director of First Reliance Bank…

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New JEDA bonds assist Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

  February 28, 2017

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is using a $11.16 million bond issue through the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to refinance earlier bond issues. The Series 2016 tax exempt…

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New JEDA bonds assist Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

  February 28, 2017

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is using a $11.16 million bond issue through the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to refinance earlier bond issues. The Series 2016 tax exempt…

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First Reliance reports record 4Q16 pre-tax income of $1.4 million

  February 21, 2017

FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company for First Reliance Bank, reported fourth quarter 2016 pre-tax profits of $1,441,795.  This is the 12th consecutive quarter…

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First Reliance reports record 4Q16 pre-tax income of $1.4 million

  February 21, 2017

FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company for First Reliance Bank, reported fourth quarter 2016 pre-tax profits of $1,441,795.  This is the 12th consecutive quarter…

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SnapCap announces new credit facility

  February 21, 2017

Snap Capital LLC, a leading source of alternative funding to small business, announced that it has secured a significant revolving-to-term credit facility with Old Hill Partners.  The proceeds will be…

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Dixon Woodward expands role at United Community Bank

  January 24, 2017

United Community Bank has expanded the role and responsibilities of Dixon Woodward, who will lead the South Carolina banking operations for the Georgia-based bank. Woodward, a veteran banker who has…

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Southern First reports results for 2016

  January 24, 2017

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to the common shareholders of $3.3 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for…

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Southern First reports results for 2016

  January 24, 2017

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to the common shareholders of $3.3 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for…

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Ashley Shuler of United Community Bank Elected President of CREW

  January 23, 2017

Ashley Shuler, Branch Manager of United Community Bank in Charleston, has recently been announced as President of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) Charleston. Shuler, a thirteen year banking veteran, will…

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A Conversation with Mary Beth Gillis, Midland Mortgage

  December 14, 2016

By Alan Cooper   The incredible story behind Midland Mortgage, a woman-owned company that has been in business for 34 years.  All said and done, Mary Beth Gillis has been…

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Hunt Mortgage Group opens new office in Charleston

  December 9, 2016

Hunt Mortgage Group, a leader in financing commercial real estate throughout the United States, announced it opened an office in Charleston, South Carolina. John Beam, Managing Director, has been tapped…

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CresCom Bank Promotes Bill Langfitt to Senior Vice President

  November 30, 2016

CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, is pleased to announce the promotion of Bill Langfitt to senior vice president. Langfitt joined CresCom Bank in March of 2012 as…

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CresCom Bank expands team with new hires this November

  November 29, 2016

CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, introduces new team members to its branches this month. These new members include:   Myrtle Beach, S.C. Geordan Miller joins CresCom Bank…

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CresCom Bank expands team with new hires this November

  November 29, 2016

CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, introduces new team members to its branches this month. These new members include:   Myrtle Beach, S.C. Geordan Miller joins CresCom Bank…

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The Capital Corporation advises Bradford Industries

  November 25, 2016

The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Bradford Industries, Inc., a Lowell, Massachusetts based producer of coated fabrics and textiles to Wembley Enterprises. Terms of the sale…

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The Capital Corporation advises Bradford Industries

  November 25, 2016

The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Bradford Industries, Inc., a Lowell, Massachusetts based producer of coated fabrics and textiles to Wembley Enterprises. Terms of the sale…

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SBA approves over $14 million disaster loans in South Carolina

  November 16, 2016

The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved more than $14 million in low-interest disaster loans for businesses and residents in South Carolina affected by Hurricane Matthew from Oct. 4 –…

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SBA approves over $14 million disaster loans in South Carolina

  November 16, 2016

The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved more than $14 million in low-interest disaster loans for businesses and residents in South Carolina affected by Hurricane Matthew from Oct. 4 –…

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Southern First Bank announces executive promotions

  November 3, 2016

Southern First Bank announced two recent executive promotions. Fred Gilmer, III, has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Senior Lender of the Bank. Fred’s leadership role will expand to…

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Southern First Bank announces executive promotions

  November 3, 2016

Southern First Bank announced two recent executive promotions. Fred Gilmer, III, has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Senior Lender of the Bank. Fred’s leadership role will expand to…

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USDA invests in infrastructure improvements in rural South Carolina

  November 1, 2016

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Lisa Mensah highlighted an innovative public-private partnership in which USDA is investing $10 million to build and improve infrastructure in some…

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USDA invests in infrastructure improvements in rural South Carolina

  November 1, 2016

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Lisa Mensah highlighted an innovative public-private partnership in which USDA is investing $10 million to build and improve infrastructure in some…

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