South Carolina legal assistance group receives $6.2M under Bank of America Mortgage Settlement
April 15, 2016
BOSTON, MA – Eric D. Green, independent Monitor of Bank of America’s August 20, 2014, mortgage settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice and six states, announced the distribution of $6,203,412…
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Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC partners with 4Balance Fitness, makes expansion plans
April 12, 2016
Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC (“Sandlapper”) has made a strategic investment in FitnessNinja, LLC, the parent company for 4Balance Fitness, an original CrossFit Affiliate and premier fitness facility in the Upstate.…
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United Community Bank announced as sponsor of 2016 Antiques, Fine Art & Design Weekend
April 12, 2016
United Community Bank announced today its role as the 2016 title sponsor of the Antiques, Fine Art & Design (AFAD) Weekend held at the Greenville County Museum of Art (GCMA).…
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United Community Bank announced as sponsor of 2016 Antiques, Fine Art & Design Weekend
April 12, 2016
United Community Bank announced today its role as the 2016 title sponsor of the Antiques, Fine Art & Design (AFAD) Weekend held at the Greenville County Museum of Art (GCMA).…
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SANDLAPPER Securities adds Financial Advisor
April 7, 2016
The award winning independent broker dealer, SANDLAPPER Securities, has added financial advisor Susan Greene Lockwood to their broker dealer network. Lockwood joins SANDLAPPER Securities with 25 years of financial advising…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces acquisition of Tideland Bancshares, Inc.
April 5, 2016
Strategic purchase completes a two-step plan, accelerating growth in attractive coastal South Carolina markets Additional organic growth from lift-out of an experienced lending team Compelling acquisition that is immediately accretive…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces acquisition of Tideland Bancshares, Inc.
April 5, 2016
Strategic purchase completes a two-step plan, accelerating growth in attractive coastal South Carolina markets Additional organic growth from lift-out of an experienced lending team Compelling acquisition that is immediately accretive…
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FinTrust releases white paper on new Department of Labor Fiduciary Standards
March 30, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors has released a white paper on the new Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary Standards. The new standards impact all retirement accounts held by investors and address conflicts…
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FinTrust releases white paper on new Department of Labor Fiduciary Standards
March 30, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors has released a white paper on the new Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary Standards. The new standards impact all retirement accounts held by investors and address conflicts…
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MTC Federal Credit Union announces $1,000,000 Relationship Dividend
March 24, 2016
MTC Federal Credit Union announced Wednesday, March 23, 2016 that its Board of Directors has approved a $1,000,000 Relationship Dividend to its member-owners. The Relationship Dividend is to reward and…
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Syncarpha Capital and Pacolet Milliken recycle land to complete 12 megawatt solar project
March 23, 2016
The projects, combined of clean, renewable energy and contaminated land, will provide cost-saving benefits for Massachusetts towns Syncarpha Capital and Pacolet Milliken announce the addition of three solar projects, located…
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Southern First Bank creates endowment to benefit Greenville Technical College students with scholarships
March 21, 2016
A $20,000 gift from Southern First Bank will be used to create an endowment funding scholarships for students attending Greenville Technical College. Once fully funded, the endowment will provide one…
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TSWR Development, LLC launches Securitized Saltwater Disposal Portfolio for 1031 exchange buyers
March 21, 2016
TSWR Development, LLC (“TSWR Development”) has launched its TSWR Development SWD Portfolio I, DST (“SWD 1”) investment program offering accredited investors with the ability to acquire undivided fractional beneficial interests…
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Muncaster Financial Services hires Private Wealth Services Coordinator
March 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Muncaster Financial Services recently welcomed Connor Masterson as a Private Wealth Services Coordinator working within the firm’s Private Client Wealth Services department. Masterson brings fresh experience to…
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Muncaster Financial Services hires Private Wealth Services Coordinator
March 18, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Muncaster Financial Services recently welcomed Connor Masterson as a Private Wealth Services Coordinator working within the firm’s Private Client Wealth Services department. Masterson brings fresh experience to…
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Marc Knight joins First Reliance Bank as Relationship Banker
March 16, 2016Welcomed By The First Reliance Bank Team, Knight Is Dedicated To Helping Local Businesses Grow CHARLESTON, SC – Marc Knight has joined First Reliance Bank as a Relationship Banker, for…
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Seasoned Upstate bankers establish Greenville presence for Lexington-based First Community Bank
March 16, 2016
First Community Bank, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, is expanding its loan production office in the Greenville market with the addition of commercial bankers Coleman Kirven, Trey Werner and David…
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Marc Knight joins First Reliance Bank as Relationship Banker
March 16, 2016
Welcomed By The First Reliance Bank Team, Knight Is Dedicated To Helping Local Businesses Grow CHARLESTON, SC – Marc Knight has joined First Reliance Bank as a Relationship Banker, for…
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Seasoned Upstate bankers establish Greenville presence for Lexington-based First Community Bank
March 16, 2016
First Community Bank, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, is expanding its loan production office in the Greenville market with the addition of commercial bankers Coleman Kirven, Trey Werner and David…
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Lewis Named CFO at FinTrust
March 15, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors is proud to announce that David E. Lewis has been named as Chief Financial Officer at FinTrust Investment Advisors. Lewis will be assuming the role effective immediately.…
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Greer Bancshares Incorporated names President and Chief Executive Officer
March 14, 2016
Greer Bancshares Incorporated today reported that effective immediately, J. Richard Medlock, Jr. has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Greer Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary Greer State Bank.…
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What The New Social Security Rules Mean To You
March 8, 2016
By Susan A. McCants, CFP ® The new Social Security law that passed late last year, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, helped buoy the Social Security system by…
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What The New Social Security Rules Mean To You
March 8, 2016
By Susan A. McCants, CFP ® The new Social Security law that passed late last year, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, helped buoy the Social Security system by…
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Greer Bancshares incorporated announces meeting of shareholders and payment of cash dividend
March 2, 2016
The board of directors of Greer Bancshares Incorporated, the parent company of Greer State Bank, has announced an annual cash dividend of $.20 (twenty cents) per share to be paid…
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Carter Hall named Associate Financial Advisor with Nachman Norwood & Parrott
February 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Nachman Norwood & Parrott announced that registered associate Carter R. Hall has been named Associate Financial Advisor. In his new role, Hall will have increased responsibility for…
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Carter Hall named Associate Financial Advisor with Nachman Norwood & Parrott
February 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Nachman Norwood & Parrott announced that registered associate Carter R. Hall has been named Associate Financial Advisor. In his new role, Hall will have increased responsibility for…
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TD Bank names Michael Cooper Deployment Director, New Markets Tax Credit Program
February 24, 2016
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, has named Michael Cooper Deployment Director of the New Markets Tax Credit Program (NMTC) for TD Community Development Corporation. He will cover a national…
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Wagner Wealth Management named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month
February 22, 2016GREENVILLE, S.C. – Wagner Wealth Management has been named the Greenville Chamber’s Small Business of the Month for February 2016. Wagner Wealth Management services include financial planning, asset management, insurance…
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Wagner Wealth Management opens doors at Verdae office
February 22, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Wagner Wealth Management has officially opened its doors at their new office location on Verdae Blvd. The firm celebrated the company’s milestone alongside friends and representatives from…
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Synovus Wins 26 Greenwich Excellence Awards
February 22, 2016
Synovus has won 26 awards in the 2015 Greenwich Excellence Awards for Small Business Banking and Middle Market Banking. Among more than 600 U.S. banks evaluated by Greenwich Associates, 34…
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Synovus Wins 26 Greenwich Excellence Awards
February 22, 2016
Synovus has won 26 awards in the 2015 Greenwich Excellence Awards for Small Business Banking and Middle Market Banking. Among more than 600 U.S. banks evaluated by Greenwich Associates, 34…
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Wagner Wealth Management named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month
February 22, 2016
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Wagner Wealth Management has been named the Greenville Chamber’s Small Business of the Month for February 2016. Wagner Wealth Management services include financial planning, asset management, insurance…
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Wagner Wealth Management opens doors at Verdae office
February 22, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Wagner Wealth Management has officially opened its doors at their new office location on Verdae Blvd. The firm celebrated the company’s milestone alongside friends and representatives from…
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The Independent Banks of South Carolina welcomes Teresa D. Taylor
February 20, 2016
The Independent Banks of South Carolina (IBSC) welcomes Teresa D. Taylor, Palmetto Financial Consulting Services, LLC, as the Executive Director of the Association. In her new role, Teresa will manage…
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The Independent Banks of South Carolina welcomes Teresa D. Taylor
February 20, 2016
The Independent Banks of South Carolina (IBSC) welcomes Teresa D. Taylor, Palmetto Financial Consulting Services, LLC, as the Executive Director of the Association. In her new role, Teresa will manage…
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GrandSouth Bancorporation announces annual and fourth quarter results, increased cash dividend and successful completion of $12 million capital raise
February 17, 2016
– Net Income of $6.0 million for 2015, a 38% increase over the results of 2014 – Earnings Per Common Share, Diluted equaled $1.67 for 2015 versus $1.23 for 2014…
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Liberty Tax Service honors military and veterans with free tax preparation
February 15, 2016
Liberty Tax Service once again salutes veterans, active military and their immediate family members with free tax preparation during “Military and Veterans Appreciation Week.” At participating offices during the week…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports Wofford’s ‘Growing Greener’ program
February 15, 2016
Donation assists with partnership of Goodall Environmental Studies Center, Boys and Girls Clubs of Upstate The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, has donated more…
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Deborah McKetty named to Federal Reserve Bank Community Investment Council
February 8, 2016
Deborah McKetty, the executive director of CommunityWorks, was recently named to the Community Investment Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. McKetty was selected based on her expertise and…
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Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC closes acquisition of three Florida properties, launches syndicated portfolio for accredited investors
February 8, 2016
Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC (“Sandlapper”) announced today it has closed three mixed-use office and industrial properties in Longwood, Lakeland and Melbourne, Florida for an undisclosed price. The properties are made…
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GrandSouth completes $12 million capital raise
February 8, 2016
GrandSouth Bancorporation (OTCQB: GRRB) announces a successful $12 million capital raise through the issuance of common stock. “We are pleased to announce the completion of a capital raise that will…
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United Community Bank Honors Greenville Bankers for 4th Quarter Performance
February 8, 2016
United Community Bank is honoring six individuals and nine United teams for their outstanding performance during the fourth quarter of 2015. This recognition is part of the bank’s quarterly Sales…
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United Community Bank Honors Greenville Bankers for 4th Quarter Performance
February 8, 2016
United Community Bank is honoring six individuals and nine United teams for their outstanding performance during the fourth quarter of 2015. This recognition is part of the bank’s quarterly Sales…
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TD Bank names Kelly Carson Senior Relationship Manager
February 4, 2016
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, has named Kelly Carson as Senior Relationship Manager for the Upstate, S.C. market and surrounding counties. She is responsible for providing financial solutions and…
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Greer Bancshares Incorporated reports annual profit
February 3, 2016
GREER, SC – Greer Bancshares Incorporated, the parent company of Greer State Bank, reported annual net income attributable to common shareholders of $2,945,000 or $1.18 per diluted common share, as…
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Greer State Bank mortgage closes $61 million
January 28, 2016
GREER, SC – Greer State Bank continues their mortgage growth under the direction of Tim Strom, Senior Vice President and Mortgage Director. Strom was hired in 2014 to assume responsibility…
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FinTrust welcomes Rick Coad
January 25, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors announces that Rick Coad has joined the firm. “We are excited to have someone with Rick’s public finance experience join FinTrust, as we build out our municipal…
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South State Corporation reports 33.8% increase in net income
January 22, 2016
South State Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and twelve-month period ended December 31, 2015. Annual (2015) highlights include the…
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Wagner Wealth Management adds wealth advisor
January 20, 2016
Wagner Wealth Management has added Brian Todd as the firm’s Director of Client Services. Brian Todd brings 15 years of investment advisory experience to Wagner Wealth Management. Prior to his…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main concludes fifth anniversary season
January 20, 2016
United Community Bank Ice on Main celebrated the closing of its fifth anniversary season with several exciting announcements about charitable contributions, contest winners and sponsorship news on January 19. Winners…
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