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27546
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Foreclosures and vacancy rates are on the rise in Wake, Durham, and Orange counties. In the late 1980s, building exceeded demand and the effects are now being felt. The area’s foreclosure rate is double the national average. While the situation is not as bad as it could be, everyone will feel the impact of the crisis.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 7 Issue 18, July 6-12 1989,
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29430
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Although North Carolina is one of the most competitive banking states in the country, there is currently a small number of businesses borrowing from the banks. Due to tight funds, the long decision-making process, and new guidelines are making corporations across the state wary of incurring new debt.
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30414
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The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act was the primary legislative response to the Great Recession and the meltdown of Wall Street that started in 2007. This article reviews the findings of a survey sent to the CEOs of North Carolina chartered banks. The results cover various topics regarding the type and degree of impact on banks.
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13916
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The first bank in North Carolina wasn't established until 1804, and for many years thereafter the growth in the number of banking institutions was extremely slow.
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30364
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Jonathan Felts of the American Banking Association discusses the political climate for North Carolina bankers, and the association’s current legislative and regulatory priorities. With the upcoming elections in November, Felts explains how grassroots are effective in government relations, and advises bankers on what they can do to help the industry and local economic development.
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30307
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Integrating banking, investments, and insurance together to provide the best customer experience possible is how AF Bank in West Jefferson, North Carolina is competing in the aggressive market. AF Bank has a rich history dating back to 1939, and today there are seven branches. The bank is also dedicated to volunteer work in the local community, and sponsors art and reading programs.
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30312
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New Century Bank South recently merged with New Century Bank in Fayetteville, and CEO Bill Hedgepeth believes it will help the bank become more efficient and profitable. New Century has ten branches and continues to be competitive. In 2007 the bank was ranked second in North Carolina in the United States Small Business Administration’s Top Community Bank category.
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30266
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Word-of-mouth advertising has been extremely important for Yadkin Valley Bank and has proven to be quite beneficial. The bank is utilizing new technology and products to maintain relationships and increase customer service. Another advantage to the bank is the growing wine industry in the Yadkin Valley, which is bringing in more customers and boosting the economy.
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