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Aiken launches $1 million small-business loan program
Apr 02, 2020 • Staff Report

The city of Aiken has created a $1 million loan program to tide over small businesses until federal aid reaches them. … Read More
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SAFE Federal Credit Union opens new branch
Feb 26, 2020 • Staff Report

The branch on Brevard Parkway in Red Bank is the credit union’s second location in Lexington County. The Sumter-based organization now has 17 branches, including Columbia and West Columbia locations. … Read More
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Experts: It’s never too late to plan for retirement
Feb 21, 2020 • Renée Sexton

Financial advisers say it’s not uncommon for clients to worry about not having done enough retirement planning later in life, but they urge taking action, no matter how late in the game. … Read More
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Optus Bank rebuilding with a focus on its money’s mission
Feb 20, 2020 • Melinda Waldrop

Founded in 1921 as Victory Savings Bank, the bank has a proud but rocky history. After surviving the Great Recession, the bank has increased assets and deposits and is making a profit while investing in underrepresented communities. … Read More
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South State Corp. combining with Florida bank
Jan 27, 2020 • Staff Report

Columbia-based South State is combining with CenterState Bank in an all-stock deal valued at $6 billion. The new organization will be headquartered in Winter Haven, Fla. … Read More