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30368
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The expansion of banking services is enabled by rapid advances in and the adoption of sophisticated information technology systems that provide consumer and business banking customers with countless transactional options. Many North Carolina financial institutions have converted to an Ethernet network, which has allowed for more efficient telecommunication and extended service hours.
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30369
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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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30370
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North Carolina has recently evaluated potential issues associated with oil and gas exploration and production in the state. One of those issues involves the relationship of subsurface rights and residential mortgages. This article discusses limitations and recommendations for acquiring oil and gas rights, and issuing mortgage loans on residential property.
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30373
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Colonel Jeannie Leavitt is the commander of the Fourth Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, and also the first active-duty female in the Air Force to assume command of a fighter wing. Leavitt explains how she developed a passion for flying and her career path to becoming a fighter pilot.
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30374
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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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30375
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The Support Center, a nonprofit community development financial institution, focuses on marketing to rural and low-wealth areas across North Carolina where there are few traditional banking opportunities. To increase their lending capacity, The Support Center partnered with banks to broker Project Related Investments, which The Support Center then placed on deposits at its affiliates. These investments have been a great source of credits for banks.
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30376
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The Mexican Consulate opened in November of 2000 in Raleigh, and serves an estimated one-million people of Mexican origin in the region. Four services that are offered include consular assistance and protection regarding legal affairs, documentation and civil registry, community programs, and public diplomacy. Assistance in banking is also offered to the Hispanic population.
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30380
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Ponzi schemes are the country’s most prevalent type of investor fraud. The essence of the Ponzi scheme is new investors pay off old investors at high rates of return, which then attracts new investors, and the cycle continues and grows until it collapses on itself or is discovered. This article discusses cases of Ponzi schemes in North Carolina and bank procedures for addressing fraud.
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30381
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This article addresses several core questions from North Carolina bankers, which include topics on the regulatory environment, the consolidation of community banks, and the future of deferred tax assets. Discussion also considers the recovery of North Carolina’s economy in association with the state’s new governor.
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30383
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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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30384
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The North Carolina Foreclosure Prevention Fund is now helping unemployed homeowners to keep their homes, and may be able to help clients who are struggling to pay their mortgage. Created by the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency and funded by the United States Treasury, the effort pays the mortgage while individuals look for jobs or complete job trainings.
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30388
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George Holding is the Representative for North Carolina’s Thirteenth Congressional District, and serves on the Judiciary Committee and the Foreign Affairs Committee. In an interview, Holding discusses his top legislative priorities, threats to the economy, and debt.
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30389
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For decades, North Carolina politicians, policy analysts, and interest groups have talked about reforming the state’s antiquated tax code. This article presents different perspectives in the Great Tax Reform Debate of 2013, and discusses challenges in the state economy. Also discussed are recommendations for a form of consumption taxation called the USA Tax, for Unlimited Savings Allowance.
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30390
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For nearly forty years, the Institute of Political Leadership has been developing North Carolina’s future and current political leaders. The program aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of governance for North Carolina through the strategic advancement of ethical, informed, and effective public servants and a participatory citizenry.
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30391
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Every year, North Carolina Bankers Association hosts a summer camp for middle school students called, Camp Challenge. The camp encourages students to further their education and to build life skills to become leaders in their communities.
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