Financial Wellness for your Employees
August 24, 2023
Charles B. Flowers, CFA Employers want highly engaged employees who are focused on their work during business hours. Hopefully, the employees also want to be “all in” while they are…
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Countybank Foundation donates time, funds to new Habitat build
August 24, 2023
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently donated $5,000 to Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity. This donation represents a longstanding relationship between the organizations and…
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Forbes names South Carolina Federal the Best Credit Union in South Carolina
August 23, 2023South Carolina Federal Credit Union was named one of America’s Best In-State Credit Unions in 2023 by Forbes, ranking #1 in South Carolina. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes…
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Countybank opening second financial center in Greer
August 22, 2023
Countybank is excited to announce that it will be opening a new financial center in Greer later this year. This will serve as Countybank’s second location in the Greer market;…
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Countybank Foundation donates $5,000 to Carolina Football Club
August 17, 2023
The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently donated $5,000 to the Carolina Football Club. The donation will cover 10 partial scholarships for players and their…
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Trey Martin earns fourth honor of 2023
August 16, 2023
For Wilkes “Trey” Martin, AIF®, WMS, Managing Director & Senior Vice President of Sage Capital Wealth Management of Raymond James, the year 2023 has truly been one for the record…
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How to file the final tax return for a deceased taxpayer
August 15, 2023
What you need to know: When someone dies, their surviving spouse, an executor, or an administrator normally files the deceased taxpayer’s final Income Tax return. On the South Carolina Individual…
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Gary T. Pope Jr. and C.D. Rhodes selected by South Carolina Super Lawyers for 2023 “Rising Stars” list in Government Law
August 14, 2023
Gary T. Pope Jr. and C.D. Rhodes, attorneys concentrating in public finance and government law with Pope Flynn, have been named to the “Rising Stars” list in Government Law for…
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SCDOR’s new Teacher’s Guide to SC Individual Income Tax aims to help students learn about state taxes
August 10, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR’s new Teacher’s Guide to SC Individual Income Tax will help middle and high school students learn the basics of South Carolina Individual Income…
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Charleston County student leaders excel in Bank of America internship program
August 9, 2023
Paid Summer Internships Connects Lowcountry Teens to Career Building Opportunities Two Charleston County High School seniors are participating in Bank of America’s Student Leaders® (#BofAStudentLeaders), paid summer internship. Kendra Hollington…
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First Community Bank’s Ted Nissen receives the Independent Banks of South Carolina’s Leadership Award
August 8, 2023
Today, First Community Bank announced that the Independent Banks of South Carolina (IBSC) selected Ted Nissen as the 2023 recipient of the IBSC Leadership Award. The award is given to…
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TATT holds Elevate Upstate Grant Workshop; Application deadline is September 22
August 8, 2023
Ten at the Top recently held an Elevate Upstate Grant Workshop at the nearly completed Bridgeway Station. Over 30 potential grant applicants heard from River Hughes (of grant benefactor Hughes…
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Karlyn Jones of Abacus Planning Group passes Certified Financial Planner (TM) Examination
August 4, 2023
Abacus Planning Group, Inc. proudly announces that Karlyn M. Jones has passed the CFP® examination. The CFP® Certification Examination assesses the candidate’s ability to integrate and apply a broad base…
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Mission 46 aspires to transform South Carolina through scholarships
July 31, 2023Groundbreaking program intends to expand college access in all 46 South Carolina counties An ambitious initiative aims to eliminate the financial barrier to college for bright, under-resourced South Carolina students,…
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Palmetto Citizens announces new board treasurer, chief lending officer
July 31, 2023
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Don Horton as their new Board Treasurer and Robert Terrell as new Chief Lending Officer (CLO). Don Horton was elected by their…
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Breakout Capital secures $45 million credit facility led by Synovus Bank
July 27, 2023
CHARLESTON, SC – Breakout Capital, a leading fintech company simplifying access to capital for small businesses, announced the completion of a $45 million credit facility in which Synovus Bank will provide…
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Five ways to spend unused 529 plan funds
July 26, 2023
Opening a 529 plan is a fantastic way to save for education for a child. Imagine that you have been saving for your child’s college education since she was a…
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Trey Martin named to AdvisorHub’s 200 Fast Growing Advisors to Watch
July 26, 2023
Wilkes “Trey” Martin, AIF®, WMS, Managing Director & Senior Vice President of Sage Capital Wealth Management of Raymond James, has been recognized as one of AdvisorHub’s 200 Fast Growing Advisors…
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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2023
July 26, 2023
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2023. “I am proud of our…
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Southern First Reports Results for Second Quarter 2023
July 26, 2023
Greenville, South Carolina, July 25, 2023 – Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June…
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Oconee Federal to merge with Mutual Savings Bank
July 20, 2023
SENECA, SC. & HARTSVILLE, SC – Oconee Federal Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: OFED) (“the Company”), the holding company for Oconee Federal Savings and Loan Association, and the majority-owned subsidiary of Oconee…
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Oconee Federal Financial Corp. announces voluntary NASDAQ delisting and SEC deregistration
July 20, 2023
SENECA, SC – Oconee Federal Financial Corp. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: OFED), the holding company for Oconee Federal Savings and Loan Association, announced today that it has notified the NASDAQ Stock…
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Retailers must notify the SCDOR by August 14, 2023 if you sell tobacco products
July 18, 2023
What you need to know: All retailers are required to notify the SCDOR if they sell tobacco products by August 14, 2023. More information can be found in the ST-608,…
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Wagner Wealth Management hires Erin Brown as new wealth planner
July 18, 2023
Wagner Wealth Management team has added experienced Wealth Planner Erin Brown to its team. Brown comes to Wagner Wealth Management from Huddleston & Associates where she worked as a Financial…
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Countybank Foundation donates $1,000 to Cornerstone
July 18, 2023
Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently presented a check for $1,000 to Cornerstone. The donation was given on behalf of the Countybank Foundation, which was established in 1971 and represents Countybank…
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World Finance honored as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces in North America
July 13, 2023
Awards recognized Top 50 Companies in North America for workplace culture at celebratory Chicago event on June 7 World Finance announced that it was recognized as a Top 50 Inspiring…
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Back to School Tip: Prepare Now for 529 Withdrawals
July 11, 2023
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis As a firm believer in the many benefits of saving with a Future Scholar 529 plan, I commend families who consistently contribute to their accounts…
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The Southern Bank purchases 44,000 square foot office campus for new loan operations center
July 10, 2023
The Southern Bank announced today the acquisition of a 44,000 square foot office campus located at 310 Inglesby Parkway in Duncan, S.C. in Spartanburg County. This new facility will house…
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Lima One Capital surpasses $1 billion in multifamily bridge loans
July 6, 2023
Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier business purpose lender for real estate investors, announced that it eclipsed the $1 billion mark in originations of multifamily bridge loans. “This milestone is…
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Countybank hires Chris Jackson as SBA Division Manager
July 6, 2023
Countybank announced the hiring of Chris Jackson as Small Business Administration (SBA) Division Manager. The position manages and supervises sales, operations, and administration of Countybank’s SBA lending department. Jackson has…
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South Carolina’s 2023 Tax Free Weekend kicks off on Friday, August 4
July 5, 2023
What you need to know: South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend is scheduled for August 4-6, 2023. For 72 hours, tax-free items include computers, printers, school supplies, clothing and accessories,…
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Leasing vs. Buying a Car: Which one is right for you?
June 30, 2023
By Carolyn A. Stewart If you have been in the market for a new (or used) car in the last 2-3 years, you are probably aware that the cost of…
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Countybank Foundation donates $25K to Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont
June 29, 2023Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently presented a check for $25,000 to Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont. The donation was given on behalf of the Countybank Foundation, which was…
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Dr. Mark K. Pyles joins Greenwood Capital investment team
June 28, 2023
Greenwood Capital is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Mark K. Pyles, CFA® to the investment team as the Director of Multi-Asset Strategies. Dr. Pyles first joined Greenwood Capital…
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Jones elected South Carolina Bankers Association chairman
June 26, 2023
Boyd B. Jones, Senior Director, Middle Market Corporate Banking, Synovus, has been elected chairman of The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA). He was elected by a vote of SCBA members…
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Countybank Foundation donates $7,500 to Community Initiatives
June 21, 2023
Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently presented a check for $7,500 to Community Initiatives, Inc. The donation was given on behalf of the Countybank Foundation, which was established in 1971 and…
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UnidosUS launches HOME initiative to create four million Latino homeowners by 2030
June 15, 2023
The initiative will help break down barriers to homeownership for Latinos; Wells Fargo signs on as first anchor funder UnidosUS, a nonprofit, nonpartisan Hispanic civil rights organization, has launched HOME…
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Lima One Capital expanding U.S. headquarters in Greenville County
June 15, 2023
Lima One Capital expanding U.S. headquarters in Greenville County $51.4 million investment will create approximately 300 new jobs Lima One Capital, one of the nation’s premier lenders for real estate…
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Countybank Foundation supports A Place for Us Ministries Renew Hope Camps
June 13, 2023
Countybank and Greenwood Capital recently presented a check for $500 to A Place for Us Ministries. The donation was given on behalf of the Countybank Foundation, which was established in…
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First Community Bank Leadership Institute graduates “Tackle Hunger” in the Upstate
June 12, 2023
First Community Bank is pleased to announce the successful completion of its “Tackling Hunger” campaign with more than 4,000 non-perishable food items collected and donated to local organizations. The campaign…
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First Community Bank Leadership Institute graduates “tackle hunger” in the Midlands
June 12, 2023
First Community Bank is pleased to announce the successful completion of its “Tackling Hunger” campaign with more than 4,000 non-perishable food items collected and donated to local organizations. The campaign…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union selected as recipient of Inaugural MeridanLink Arc Award
June 12, 2023
SAFE Federal Credit Union received the inaugural Arc Award during MeridianLink’s annual User Forum at Disneyland® Resort in Anaheim, CA. The Arc Awards recognize and celebrate financial institutions that leverage the…
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Venture Carolina launches 2023 Palmetto Venture Fellowship
June 9, 2023
Venture Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging the funding gap between investors and entrepreneurs has once again partnered with the South Carolina Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, VentureSouth, and…
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Reminder: Your state tax refund may be lower next year due to withholding adjustments
June 8, 2023
What you need to know: With the Withholding Tax Table updates, less taxes are being withheld from paychecks in 2023, which may result in reduced refunds next year For those…
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SCRA announces new finance and administration director
June 8, 2023
The South Carolina Research Authority announced its new director of finance and administration, Laura Terry, who is responsible for leading the strategic direction of SCRA’s finance and administration function. She also serves…
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Jon Robertson of Abacus Planning Group appointed as Trustee of Richland Library
June 5, 2023
Abacus Planning Group proudly announces the appointment of Jon Robertson, CFP® to the Richland Library Board of Trustees. Richland Library is a vibrant, contemporary organization that provides resources and information…
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Countybank celebrates 90 years in South Carolina
June 5, 2023
Countybank is celebrating its 90th anniversary in business this year. Founded in 1933, the bank was created during the Great Depression, at a time of community hardship, when local business…
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The Southern Bank names Frank Townsend III as Chief Lending Officer
June 5, 2023
The Southern Bank has named a new Chief Lending Officer, Frank Townsend, III. Townsend has over 35 years of banking experience, including leadership roles in both community and regional banks.…
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SCDOR to no longer issue debit cards for refunds after June 29
June 1, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR will no longer issue Individual Income Tax refunds as debit cards after June 29, 2023. Bank of America, the provider of the State’s…
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Countybank’s Candice Good receives officer appointment
June 1, 2023
Countybank announced that Candice Good has been appointed Assistant Vice President by the Countybank Board of Directors. Good, Greer Market Administrator, joined Countybank in 2017 and is responsible for providing…
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