Community banking

Banks face collateral damage from clean energy firm's bankruptcy

03/08/19

Several banks could lose money over tax credits tied to DC Solar, a California firm wrestling with a fraud claim.

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Axos warns of large 1Q charge from issue at brokerage unit

03/08/19

The California company could charge off $15 million because of allegedly fraudulent acts by an employee at one of its correspondent customers.

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M&A on back burner as Valley chief focuses on fintech partnerships

03/07/19

Valley Bank spent millions on bank acquisitions under its previous CEO. Its new leader has taken a markedly different approach.

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California bank is working with fintech firm to help business clients

03/07/19

Pacific Mercantile and P2Bi are collaborating on a program to help businesses that are not ready for traditional bank financing.

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From SBA chief to fintech backer

03/06/19

Karen Mills, who led the Small Business Administration from 2009 to 2013, is joining the Eastern Bank spinoff Numerated as an adviser and investor as it tries to bring online-lending technology to community banks.

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Southeastern bankers form consulting firm focused on sales practices

03/06/19

SalesPhysics was created by industry veterans who once worked at Bank of America.

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BancorpSouth announces acquisitions in Florida, Texas

03/06/19

The Mississippi company will pay more than $200 million for the parent companies of Texas Star Bank and Summit Bank.

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Community bankers brace for rough year — and worse 2020

03/05/19

Concerns about an economic slowdown, rising deposit prices and cybersecurity abound, a survey found.

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HarborOne in Mass. plans second-step conversion

03/05/19

The former credit union will shed its mutual status when it becomes a fully stock-owned company.

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Top post at Stearns Bank passes from father to daughter

03/05/19

Kelly Skalicky has succeeded her father as CEO of the Minnesota bank.

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