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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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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Founders Federal Credit Union opens new Columbia office

  January 23, 2017

Lancaster-based Founders Federal Credit Union opened its second Columbia Office at The Commons at Bullstreet. The 2,900-square foot facility is located at 2166 Boyce Street, next to Spirit Communications Park.…

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First Community Bank welcomes new financial advisors

  January 20, 2017

First Community Bank announce that Craig and Brandon Caldwell have joined its financial planning and investment advisory division, First Community Financial Consultants (FCFC). In their role as financial advisors, they…

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NAI Earle Furman announces rebranding of its investment division

  January 9, 2017

NAI Earle Furman, a leading full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in the office, industrial, investment, land, multifamily and retail sectors announced it has rebranded one of its top-performing divisions.…

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Carolina Alliance Bank to form Holding Company

  January 4, 2017

The Board of Directors of Carolina Alliance Bank (OTCQX:CRLN) announced its intent to form a bank holding company, subject to regulatory and shareholder approval.  If approved, Carolina Alliance Bank will become…

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First Community Bank expands its executive leadership team

  January 3, 2017

First Community Bank is pleased to announce that Tanya Butts has joined its executive leadership team in the newly created position of Chief Operations Officer & Chief Risk Officer. With…

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FinTrust Investment Advisors acquires ERISA Plan Services

  December 23, 2016

FinTrust Investment Advisors announced the merger of ERISA Plan Services into FinTrust Investment Advisors. Mike Cruce, the owner and founder of ERISA Plan Services, Inc. has a B.S. from North…

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FinTrust Investment Advisors acquires ERISA Plan Services

  December 22, 2016

FinTrust Investment Advisors announced the merger of ERISA Plan Services into FinTrust Investment Advisors. Mike Cruce, the owner and founder of ERISA Plan Services, Inc. has a B.S. from North…

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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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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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Founders pays $4.5 million Loyalty Dividend to members

  December 1, 2016

Founders Federal Credit Union distributed a $4.5 Million Loyalty Dividend to its members on December 1. The Loyalty Dividend posted to approximately 117,000 qualified member accounts, based on their relationship…

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Founders pays $4.5 million Loyalty Dividend to members

  December 1, 2016

Founders Federal Credit Union distributed a $4.5 Million Loyalty Dividend to its members on December 1. The Loyalty Dividend posted to approximately 117,000 qualified member accounts, based on their relationship…

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U.S. Rep. Mulvaney pays visit to SAFE Federal Credit Union

  December 1, 2016

In a visit to SAFE Federal Credit Union this week, U.S. Rep Mick Mulvaney said that with Republican control of both houses of Congress and an incoming Republican president, “we…

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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 Inudstries

  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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The Capital Corporation advises Bradford Inudstries

  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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Brittany Chester joins FinTrust Investment Advisors

  November 17, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors is pleased to announce that Brittany Chester has joined the firm as Vice President of Operations. Chester has a B.S., Business Administration, Finance from…

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Brittany Chester joins FinTrust Investment Advisors

  November 17, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors is pleased to announce that Brittany Chester has joined the firm as Vice President of Operations. Chester has a B.S., Business Administration, Finance from…

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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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