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30396
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Mark Meadows is the Representative for North Carolina’s Eleventh Congressional District and a former small business owner. In an interview, Meadows discusses his top legislative priorities, threats to the banking industry, regulations and economic conditions in North Carolina.
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30397
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Economists for the North Carolina Bankers Association discuss the potential impact of several factors on economic growth and future bank profitability. The housing market has improved, and stock markets are at five year highs and record levels. However, the state unemployment rate remains one of the highest in the nation, and bank profitability is likely to decline.
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30399
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The Community Investment Corporation of the Carolinas (CICCAR) was formed in 1990 by the North Carolina Bankers Association as a regional lending consortium offering permanent debt financing to support the development of affordable multifamily housing. Some of the benefits associated with CICCAR membership include minimizing lending risk, enhanced lending opportunities, and financial return.
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30400
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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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30401
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There are significant forces of change occurring that will have great implications on the banking business in North Carolina and across the nation. This article discusses regulations of the financial industry, such as the Dodd-Frank Act, and the impacts on banking.
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30402
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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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30409
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The North Carolina General Assembly addressed many controversial issues and made significant changes to the state’s tax code in 2013. This article discusses some of the top legislative issues affecting financial institutions. Some of these issues pertain to financial exploitation, reciprocal deposit placement services, worthless check remedies, and predatory lending law changes.
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30410
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Robert Pittinger is the Representative for North Carolina’s Ninth Congressional District, and serves on the House Committee on Financial Services. In an interview, Pittinger discusses how he got into politics and his top legislative priorities. He also discusses how recent regulations will impact banks and credit unions in North Carolina.
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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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30413
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The Community Investment Corporation of the Carolinas (CICCAR) is a regional lending consortium offering permanent debt financing to support the development of affordable multifamily housing. This article provides information about the origins and operation of the program, its impact upon affordable housing, and potential changes in the program.
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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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30415
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When a borrower files for bankruptcy, the federal Bankruptcy Code usually stays automatically all collection actions against the borrower during the bankruptcy unless a creditor obtains relief from the stay. This article discusses North Carolina bankruptcy law, the unusual circumstances of extending the stay, and procedures for preserving the security.
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30440
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Thomas G. Walker was appointed United States Attorney General for the Eastern District of North Carolina in 2011. In an interview, Walker discusses his experience overseeing federal criminal and civil matters. He also responds to questions regarding cybersecurity, financial crimes and justice department priorities.
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30441
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Richard Hudson was elected in 2012 to represent North Carolina’s Eighth Congressional District. In an interview, Hudson discusses his background in politics and top legislative priorities. Hudson believes community-generated solutions will help stabilize and grow the state’s economy.
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30442
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The Community Bank Services Board of Directors recently approved the endorsement of a new partner, Decision Dynamics, Inc. Governor Pat McCrory signed legislation into law that establishes the Electronic Lien and Title Program, implemented by the Division of Motor Vehicles. North Carolina banks and other lenders must enroll in the program to apply for liens on vehicle titles.
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