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Economic growth in the United States increased in the beginning of 2014, but has been declining since June. In North Carolina, the employment rate is still not back to the level before the recession, and bank profitability has stalled. These trends are driven by struggles in consumer income, salaries and wages.
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30263
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North Carolina has always had a strong commitment to our nation’s defense. This article discusses defense spending in North Carolina, economic implications of any military conflict, and the broader political and social implications of conflict in Iraq.
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High-rise condos on the North Carolina coast are feeling the effects of the struggling economy. Phil Collins, president and CEO of Sound Banks in Morehead City, discusses three development projects that remain incomplete due to the slow market conditions.
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Frank and Julia Sherron of Topsail, North Carolina invented a wine insulator product called the Woozie. Frank, a former banker for Lexington State Bank, adopted business principles for the Woozie Company similar to those of the bank. As the product grew in success, Woozie was purchased by The Memory Company in 2013 to reach the needs of the growing customer base.
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Financial literacy education is starting to become a better-known topic within our North Carolina public school systems. A few bills have been passed requiring education curriculum to incorporate general economics, money management, savings and investment, and general banking procedures. With better financial management skills, there may be fewer bankruptcies and foreclosures, and lower consumer debt.
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"For over a year, banks and others in the mortgage industry have had their efforts to foreclose on distressed residential property placed on hold. As we slowly emerge from our pandemic concerns and get back to the business of foreclosure, banks and other lenders will need to consider the new landscape., navigate the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB's) Mortgage Servicing COVID-19 Rule (the COVID-19 Rule) and adapt." The rule takes effect on Aug. 31, 2021 and in a nutshell modifies and add temporary additional protections for all covered loans with several exceptions.
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Forest Commercial Bank was one of the last de novo banks chartered in North Carolina. John Kimberly, president and CEO of Forest Commercial Bank in Asheville, explains how the bank was formed and how it has grown and prospered. Kimberly also discusses how the bank has been impacted by the Dodd-Frank Act and recent banking regulations.
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30270
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The North Carolina Office of the Commissioner of Banks is using regulatory tools to enforce the duties required by law and to raise the level of professional responsibility in the mortgage broker arena. This article discusses the duties of a broker, laws, and mortgage fraud.
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9.Governor McCrory Looks Back on First Year Challenges by Carolina Banker Vol. 92 Issue 3, Fall 2013
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30411
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In the January State of the State address, Governor Pat McCrory discussed how the state’s government and economy were broken. McCrory explained that fixing the economy, improving the education system, and increasing efficiency in government would be the administration’s top priorities.
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In the late 1800s and early 1900s, North Carolina was a popular destination for people seeking rejuvenation and relaxation at the state’s many mineral spring resorts. One of the popular resorts was Vade Mecum Springs in Stokes County, which was known for the healing powers of the local mineral water. Since the resort closed in 1917, the site has been used for various educational, religious or scientific endeavors.
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HomeTrust Bancshares, Inc., the holding company for HomeTrust Bank, announced the plan of conversion to a stock holding company form of organization. Community banks are consolidating to create the size, scale, and financial strength to be competitive in their markets. HomeTrust’s conversion should help Western North Carolina to increase jobs and economic growth.
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Hurricanes can cause catastrophic damage to coastlines and several hundred miles inland. North Carolina has a market to obtain coverage for windstorm and hail that provides coverage in conjunction with the property and flood coverage that the bank has in place for its properties. This article discusses several factors to consider when obtaining insurance for areas at risk.
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North Carolina’s largest health insurer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, announced premium increases for next year. This applies to residents who buy health insurance on the individual market. Several factors contribute to the 2015 rate increases, including Affordable Care Act changes and the underlying growth in healthcare costs.
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The North Carolina Women's Affordable Housing Network was established in 2019 and formally incorporated as a 501(c)3 non-profit in 2021. It aims to be a resource and peer network for woman working in the area of affordable housing. Operating with an 11 member board, there are 200 numbers at present.
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Dr. Harry Davis began his tenure at Appalachian State in 1980 and since then has become a notable figure in North Carolina's School of Banking. Along with instructing, Dr. Davis has been published in various newspapers, magazines, and television stations. The North Carolina Bankers Association has campaigned for 1 million dollars to fund the Dr. Harry Davis Professorship.
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