Paysmart welcomes newest addition to their leadership team
January 16, 2024
Paysmart Payroll Services, LLC is a full-service payroll company that offers a variety of services like time and attendance, human resources, benefits admin, and talent acquisition. Paysmart works with business…
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South Carolina Ranks 9th in the Nation for Improved Credit Scores in 2023: A National Perspective
January 14, 2024
As we embark on a new year, the pursuit of financial well-being remains a common resolution for many individuals. WalletHub’s recent report on the states with the largest credit score…
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South Carolina Federal now accepting applications for $45,000 in scholarships
January 11, 2024
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 14th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or technical college…
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First Reliance Bank founder’s father leaves a legacy
January 11, 2024
Freddie Saunders, 86, of Florence, South Carolina, died peacefully on January 9, 2024, at the McLeod Health Hospice Care. Freddie was born in Sumter, South Carolina, on May 24, 1937,…
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The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group named to Forbes Magazine’s 2024 list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
January 10, 2024
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group based in Columbia, SC, has been named to Forbes Magazine’s 2024 list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management…
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First Community Bank announces leadership moves
January 10, 2024
First Community Bank announced promotions and additions to its executive leadership team. Effective July 1, 2024, J. Ted Nissen will become CEO of First Community Bank while still retaining the…
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The Capital Corporation advises Current Tools, Inc. on its partnership with LFM Capital
January 10, 2024
The Capital Corporation announced the partnership between Current Tools, Inc. (headquartered in Wellford, South Carolina) with LFM Capital (headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee). Current Tools is a leading manufacturer of industrial…
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Countybank’s Patrice Freeman & John Moore receive officer appointments
January 9, 2024
Countybank announced that Patrice Freeman and John Moore have been appointed Banking Officers by the Countybank Board of Directors. Freeman, Customer Relations Manager, joined Countybank in 2018 and is responsible…
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Former Lieutenant Governor André Bauer joins Broadstreet as Senior Advisor
January 9, 2024
Broadstreet, Inc., a Greenville-based private equity firm, proudly announces the addition of former Lieutenant Governor and State of South Carolina legislator, André Bauer, as senior advisor to its team. In…
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AgFirst welcomes Irvinder Singh as new Chief Information Officer
January 8, 2024
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank announced the appointment of Irvinder Singh as Chief Information Officer, effective Jan. 1. Singh joined AgFirst in July 2023 as the Principal Director of Technology responsible…
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City of Cayce one of six SC local governments to receive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
January 8, 2024On January 2, at the first Cayce City Council meeting of 2024, the City of Cayce received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 and the Certificate…
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Countybank successfully completes swipe to donate campaign
January 4, 2024
Countybank announced that it has successfully completed its fourth annual swipe to donate campaign that occurred throughout December 2023. “We could not be more thankful to our customers for consistently…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union to give over $27,000 in scholarships to South Carolina students
January 2, 2024
South Carolina high school seniors are being invited to apply for eleven $2,500 college scholarships introduced by SAFE Federal Credit Union. The initiative is part of the credit union’s newly…
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The proposed Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA) is not good for small business
December 19, 2023
By Chris Merritt Merritt Roofing In 2016, I started Merritt Roofing, a small business serving homeowners in York County, SC and the greater Charlotte, NC area. Over these past seven…
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Resource Financial Services grants more than $1 million in waived lender fees to military service members and their families
December 14, 2023
Resource Financial Services, South Carolina’s largest privately owned mortgage banker, announced it has waived more than one million dollars in lender fees on VA Home Loans since 2020. That’s an…
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Lima One Capital’s adds industry veteran, Andy Steben
December 12, 2023
Andy Steben has joined Lima One Capital as Director of Wholesale Lending. Steben comes to Lima One Capital after having served as a Senior Vice President of Sales for Fairway…
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Palmetto Citizens names new chief revenue officer
December 12, 2023
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announced Carol Addy as their new chief revenue officer (CRO). As CRO, she will oversee their mortgage, commercial lending, and wealth management divisions. Addy brings…
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Steve Howard joins First Reliance Bank
December 7, 2023
Steve Howard has joined First Reliance Bank as Market President for the Lake Norman/Charlotte Market where he will be responsible for the strategic market expansion of the bank’s footprint. As…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union Vice President of Branch Operations honored as Professional of the Year
December 7, 2023
SAFE Federal Credit Union’s Vice President of Branch Operations, Brandon Oliver, was named 2023 Professional of the Year by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Operations and Member Experience Council.…
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Countybank’s Paul Pickhardt to retire
December 6, 2023
Paul Pickhardt, Senior Vice President, SBA Lending Manager for Countybank, announced his retirement, effective December 31, 2023. Pickhardt has worked for Countybank for more than six years. He has been…
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Mandatory minimum requirement for employers to upload W-2s online has changed
December 5, 2023
Employers who file at least 10 W-2 or 1099 forms with South Carolina withholding are now required to submit those documents to the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) using…
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Time to Boost Savings and Lower Taxes
December 5, 2023
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis There’s no escaping the hustle and bustle of December. Even if you love gift shopping, Christmas music, and holiday parties, the end of the…
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Countybank launches swipe to donate campaign
December 5, 2023
Countybank announced the launch of its fourth annual debit card swipe campaign that results in contributions to local organizations through the Countybank Foundation. “As the holidays quickly approach, we are…
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Preparing for tax season? You can now access past copies of Individual Income Tax returns on MyDORWAY!
November 28, 2023
What you need to know: Taxpayers can now access transcripts of past SC Individual Income Tax returns if they have an account in MyDORWAY, the SCDOR’s free online tax portal.…
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Kalisse L. Evert promoted to Marketing Manager at Greenwood Capital
November 27, 2023
Greenwood Capital announced the promotion of Kalisse L. Evert to the dedicated position of Marketing Manager. This role will actively impact the overall brand positioning of Greenwood Capital within the…
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Arthur State Bank hires experienced commercial banking officer in Columbia
November 13, 2023
Arthur State Bank, a community bank with 18 local branches in South Carolina, announced the hire of Ashley Rider as commercial banking officer for its Columbia, South Carolina, locations. Rider…
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Mark Schepp joins First Reliance
November 9, 2023
Mark Schepp joined First Reliance Bank as Vice President Residential Lending Specialist where he will work out of the Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Corporate Center location in Mount Pleasant, SC. He…
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Carolina Youth Development Center named Bank of America’s 2023 Neighborhood Champion®
November 9, 2023
Nonprofit Will Receive $50,000 in Grant Support and Virtual Leadership Training to Advance Economic Mobility in the Lowcountry Bank of America announced Carolina Youth Development Center (CYDC) as the 2023…
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Applying for a Property Tax exemption? We have tips to help!
November 7, 2023
What you need to know: South Carolina offers Property Tax exemptions to those who meet certain requirements, including many military veterans, disabled former firefighters, and disabled former law enforcement officers.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis urges South Carolinians impacted by ACI Worldwide unauthorized consumer transfers to act before Nov. 13 deadline
November 2, 2023
More than 7,500 eligible to receive restitution for unauthorized financial exposure. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is urging South Carolina consumers impacted by a 2021 testing error that involved ACI Payments,…
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Selecting a Credit Card
October 27, 2023
By Carman M. Young, CFP® Credit card companies can be aggressive in marketing their cards and their perks. Who doesn’t want a free trip to Europe? With so many options…
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Countybank donates $5,000 to First Light
October 26, 2023
Countybank recently donated $5,000 to First Light. The donation will go toward making interior and exterior facility improvements and helping fund the organization’s programming. First Light, previously known as Foothills…
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Southern First opens Dream Mortgage Center
October 26, 2023
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announces the opening of its new Dream Mortgage Center in Columbia, South Carolina. Southern First’s mission is to impact lives…
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Southern First opens Dream Mortgage Center in Columbia
October 26, 2023
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announces the opening of its new Dream Mortgage Center in Columbia, South Carolina. Southern First’s mission is to impact lives…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2023
October 23, 2023
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended September 30, 2023. “Our team generated improved performance…
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George Smythe joins First Reliance Bank as Senior Vice President Residential Lending Specialist
October 19, 2023
George Smythe has joined First Reliance Bank as Senior Vice President Residential Lending Specialist. In his role, George is responsible for establishing and maintaining mortgage banking relationships with referral partners…
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Abacus Planning Group’s founder, Cheryl R. Holland, CFP ®, inducted into Barron’s Advisor Hall of Fame
October 19, 2023
For the last 10 years, Cheryl Holland has been ranked as a Top 100 Advisor by Barron’s. This impressive feat has earned Ms. Holland a spot in the Barron’s Advisor…
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South Carolina Federal wins three “Best Place to Work” awards
October 18, 2023
South Carolina Federal Credit Union recently won three awards from local and industry news media for being a Best Place to Work. The credit union’s achievements include: • SC Biz…
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SCDOR named 2023 PEBA Partners Award overall award winner
October 17, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has been named the 2023 overall winner of the PEBA Partners Award, an honor bestowed by the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority…
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Partners invest $12 million in affordable, workforce and senior housing
October 12, 2023
Representatives of Greenville Housing Fund (GHF), the City of Greenville, and Truist Bank gathered at Unity Park for a $12 million ceremonial check presentation and celebration of 147 units of…
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Greenville resident recognized with World Finance’s Friend of the Field Award at annual One World celebration
October 12, 2023
World Finance, a Greenville, S.C.-based financial services company, today announced Greenville-resident Margaret Parkin was honored with the company’s Friend of the Field Award at this year’s annual One World conference…
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Jay Hatten of McBee Avenue Wealth Advisors named Forbes’ 2023 Best-In-State top financial security professionals
October 11, 2023
The Greenville Northwestern Mutual office announced that Jay Hatten, CFP® of McBee Avenue Wealth Advisors, has been named one of Forbes’ 2023 Top Financial Security Professionals Best-In-State for the second…
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SC Launch Inc. invests in SiteLabs
October 10, 2023
Daniel Gambrell, investment associate, SCRA, Darren Schaupp, co-founder and CEO, SiteLabs South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in SiteLabs. The $250,000 investment will help the Seneca-based startup scale…
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United Community employees recognize World Animal Day through acts of service across its footprint
October 5, 2023
United Community’s employees are coming together for the third consecutive year to support the welfare of the voiceless for World Animal Day. Throughout the first half of October, teams across…
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World Finance awarded on Newsweek’s World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2023 list
October 3, 2023
The survey-based award recognizes companies that uphold three public pillars of trust World Finance, a Greenville, S.C.-based financial services company, announced it has been named to the inaugural World’s Most…
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South Carolina Community Loan Fund awarded $50M in New Market Tax Credits, one of three awardees in the state
October 3, 2023
The South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF) announced its award of $50 million in New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) allocations from the U.S. Department of Treasury CDFI Fund. SCCLF was…
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Countybank promotes David Tompkins to Commercial Banking Manager
October 3, 2023
Countybank announced that David Tompkins has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking Manager. In this leadership position, he will be responsible for the overall management and strategic vision…
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Jesse Smith named as new Executive Director of JEDA
September 27, 2023
Jesse A. Smith has been elected the new Executive Director of the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA), with his appointment effective October 1. Smith is succeeding Harry A. Huntley,…
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Four Governance Questions for Endowment Management
September 27, 2023
By Anne Marie Ashworth To create an environment for good governance, endowments should assess whether they have the appropriate models for optimal long-term portfolio management, oversight and management, fiduciary responsibility,…
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Abacus Planning Group Advisor earns IRS Enrolled Agent designation
September 21, 2023
Abacus Planning Group proudly announces that Stephen Maggard, CFP® has met all requirements to become an Enrolled Agent. An Enrolled Agent has earned the privilege of representing taxpayers before the…
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