TD Charitable Foundation gives $250,000 to International African American Museum
February 27, 2017
The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank® has provided $250,000 to the International African American Museum’s Center for Family History, where African…
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CresCom Bank welcomes Ryan Barnes as new Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer
February 21, 2017
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, is pleased to welcome Ryan Barnes as its new vice president and commercial loan officer for the Columbia branches. Barnes joins CresCom…
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Furman Capital Advisors, a division of NAI Earle Furman, announces the following transactions: Sales
February 21, 2017
Peter Couchell, CCIM and Robert Schmidt of Furman Capital Advisors, the investment division of NAI Earle Furman, represented the purchaser in acquiring Knox Abbott Village, a 6,300 SF retail investment…
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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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CresCom bank announces Stacy Craft as new banking officer and loan servicing manager
February 20, 2017
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has promoted Stacy Craft to the position of banking officer and loan-servicing manager. In her new position, Craft will lead the loan…
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Wallick Investments’ February 2017 performance update
February 17, 2017Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite portfolio, a combination of award-winning Wallick Investments’ core growth strategy (#4 in the nation for 7-year return) and large-cap value Dividend Focused offering, achieved a Morningstar®…
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Wallick Investments’ February 2017 performance update
February 17, 2017
Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite portfolio, a combination of award-winning Wallick Investments’ core growth strategy (#4 in the nation for 7-year return) and large-cap value Dividend Focused offering, achieved a Morningstar®…
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BB&T expanding its Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Financial Services Company Investing $30 Million In New Mauldin Facility BB&T, one of the largest financial services holding companies in the United States, today announced the construction of a new…
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BB&T expanding its Greenville County operations
February 16, 2017
Financial Services Company Investing $30 Million In New Mauldin Facility BB&T, one of the largest financial services holding companies in the United States, today announced the construction of a new…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union names Jim Rasmus its VP of human resources
February 14, 2017Jim Rasmus, an accomplished human resources executive with experience at major companies across several industries, is the new vice president of human resources for SAFE Federal Credit Union. Rasmus comes…
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United Community Bank awards sales and service champions for fourth quarter
February 14, 2017
United Announces Fourth Quarter Winners United Community Bank awarded eight individuals and six branch teams for their outstanding performance during the fourth quarter of 2016. This recognition is part of…
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United Community Bank awards sales and service champions for fourth quarter
February 14, 2017
United Announces Fourth Quarter Winners United Community Bank awarded eight individuals and six branch teams for their outstanding performance during the fourth quarter of 2016. This recognition is part of…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union names Jim Rasmus its VP of human resources
February 14, 2017
Jim Rasmus, an accomplished human resources executive with experience at major companies across several industries, is the new vice president of human resources for SAFE Federal Credit Union. Rasmus comes…
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First Community Bank names DeeDee Kehl as Newberry Market Executive
February 13, 2017
First Community Bank announced that DeeDee Kehl has joined its team as the Market Executive/Vice President for the Newberry community. With more than 30 years in the financial services industry,…
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United Community Bank named to Forbes list of Best 100 Banks in America
February 7, 2017
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) was recently recognized as one of America’s best performing banks by Forbes magazine for the fourth consecutive year. The article ranked 100 of…
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Andrew Rabuck promoted to Senior Vice President of Woodforest National Bank
February 6, 2017
THE WOODLANDS,TX – Woodforest National Bank recently announced the promotion of Andrew Rabuck, to Senior Vice President of their South Carolina division comprised of 32 branches and 185 employees. With…
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Carolina Alliance reports its 2016 annual and fourth quarter results
February 1, 2017
Carolina Alliance Bank (OTCQX:CRLN) today reported its 2016 annual and fourth quarter financial results. Net income available to common shareholders of $4.1 million, or $0.63 per diluted common share, was…
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Ameris Bank Mortgage Services welcomes Craig Benton as new Upstate Regional Mortgage Manager
February 1, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Ameris Bank Mortgage Services is pleased to announce that Craig Benton has joined the Ameris Bank team. As the Upstate Regional Mortgage Manager, Benton will be responsible…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises $40.34 million for six land acquisitions for Webb Creek Management Group, LLC
February 1, 2017
SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“SANDLAPPER”) raised $40.34 million for six land acquisitions syndications (“Companies”) sponsored by Webb Creek Management Group, LLC (“Webb Creek”) in 2016. Webb Creek Management Group, LLC, is…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union announces 7th Annual Scholarship Competition
February 1, 2017
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announces its 7th Annual Scholarship Competition. The program provides financial education and community engagement opportunities for 15 to 25 year olds throughout the region. The…
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The Capital Corporation advises Southeastern Dock & Door, LLC on its sale to ASSA ABLOY
February 1, 2017Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Southeastern Dock & Door (headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina) to ASSA ABLOY (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden). Southeastern Dock &…
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The Capital Corporation advises Southeastern Dock & Door, LLC on its sale to ASSA ABLOY
February 1, 2017Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Southeastern Dock & Door (headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina) to ASSA ABLOY (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden). Southeastern Dock &…
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The Capital Corporation advises Southeastern Dock & Door, LLC on its sale to ASSA ABLOY
February 1, 2017
Transaction: The Capital Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of Southeastern Dock & Door (headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina) to ASSA ABLOY (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden). Southeastern Dock &…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces Fourth Quarter Earnings
January 30, 2017
Diluted earnings per share up 52 percent, to 38 cents, from fourth quarter 2015 excluding merger-related and other non-operating charges, diluted operating EPS up 21 percent, to 40 cents Return…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union letting the public choose its Feb. 5 big game commercial
January 30, 2017SAFE Federal Credit Union plans to score brand awareness with a locally run commercial during the February 5 game between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons. With three…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union letting the public choose its Feb. 5 big game commercial
January 30, 2017
SAFE Federal Credit Union plans to score brand awareness with a locally run commercial during the February 5 game between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons. With three…
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Wagner Wealth Management’s Sandra McCall honored by Seneca Rotary Club
January 26, 2017
Wagner Wealth Management’ Market President Sandra McCall received the Governor’s Award Pin from the Seneca Rotary Club. The prestigious honor is awarded to members who bring in a new member…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces closing of public offering of common stock
January 25, 2017
Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, announced the closing of an underwritten public offering of 1,807,143 shares of its common stock, including 235,714 shares sold…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises over $3 million for Trenton Black River I, LP
January 25, 2017
SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“SANDLAPPER”) raised more than $3 million for the Trenton-Black River I, LP (“Trenton-Black River”) a 40 Well Drilling Program sponsored by John Henry Oil Corporation (“John Henry”). …
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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, 2017Southern 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, 2017Southern 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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United Community Bank increases American Cancer Society Relay for Life contribution in 2016
January 23, 2017
United Community Bank is proud to share that their 2016 contribution to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life was $172,787, an increase of nearly 40 percent from their 2015…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces pricing of public offering of common stock
January 20, 2017
Carolina Financial Corporation, the parent company of CresCom Bank, announced today that the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 1,571,429 shares of its common stock at a price to…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces proposed offering of common stock
January 20, 2017
Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, announced that it has commenced an underwritten offering of approximately $40 million of its common stock. The underwriters will…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces proposed offering of common stock
January 20, 2017
Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, announced that it has commenced an underwritten offering of approximately $40 million of its common stock. The underwriters will…
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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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The Greenville Swamp Rabbits host 2nd annual Business Power Play presented by South State Bank
January 17, 2017
A night of hockey and networking for Upstate businesses The Greenville Swamp Rabbits are excited to host the second annual Business Power Play event, presented by South State Bank. The…
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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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SAFE Federal Credit Union gives back more than $1 million to members
January 5, 2017SAFE Federal Credit Union members received extra benefits December 31, 2016 when bonus dividends and loan interest rebates totaling more than $1 million were posted to accounts. Deposit accounts, including…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union gives back more than $1 million to members
January 5, 2017
SAFE Federal Credit Union members received extra benefits December 31, 2016 when bonus dividends and loan interest rebates totaling more than $1 million were posted to accounts. Deposit accounts, including…
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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, 2016FinTrust 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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