Banking & Finance
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Nonprofits Invited to Join in Penn Community Bank Survey for a Chance to Receive $2,500 Contribution
As the area’s largest mutual bank, Penn Community Bank’s commitment to Greater Good Banking drives its mission of building healthier, more resilient communities. To advance this mission, the Bank is launching a community research study on corporate social responsibility in our region and invites you to share your expertise in this important initiative. By collecting…
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Nomination Period Opens for 24th Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
Citadel Credit Union has officially opened the nomination period for its 24-year Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. It will remain open through Jan. 15. The program honors local teachers throughout the region in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties who go above and beyond for their students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Nominations are…
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A Home for the Holidays? Tips to Reignite Your Home Search This Winter
The housing market remains tight, presenting challenges for many aspiring homebuyers who have been sidelined in recent years. While the Federal Reserve has started decreasing interest rates, mortgage rates tend to be tied more closely to U.S. Treasury bonds. However, there are steps you can take now to prepare yourself for when you find your…
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6 Benefits of Using a Certificate of Deposit for Savings
Are you still searching for a safe way to grow your savings? A Certificate of Deposit (CD) from a trusted financial institution could be the solution you’ve been looking for. If you’re not a seasoned saver, this term may sound over your head, but we can assure you, it’s not. It’s a popular savings tool…
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S&T Bank Named a 2024 American Banker Best Bank to Work For
S&T Bank has been recognized as a 2024 American Banker Best Bank to Work For, a special recognition among top financial institutions on the annual America’s Best Banks list. S&T Bank’s people-forward purpose is reflected in this award that recognizes banks that do an exceptional job of providing employees with competitive benefits and a welcoming…
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Long Island Veterinarian Finds Lifeline in Firstrust Bank After Flash Flood Ravages His Practice
When a rare flash flood in the early morning hours of Aug. 19 ravaged his business, Dr. Matthew Steinberg, the owner of Commack Veterinary Center in Long Island’s Suffolk County, was left in a state of despair. Dr. Steinberg’s practice was one of several businesses in a strip mall that unexpectedly saw several feet of…
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‘Mutual Interest’ Magazine: Shifting Gears
In a world where big box stores and national chains increasingly dominate, the success story of Rob’s Automotive & Collision Center stands out as a shining example of what can be achieved through passion, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to customer service. From its humble beginnings operating out of a home garage, Rob Leipziger’s…
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Veteran-Owned Sequoia Lending Partners with Apex Commercial Capital to Drive Financial Solutions
Navy veteran Allen Wu, the founder and CEO of Sequoia Lending, a brokerage firm based in Rockville, Md., arrived in the United States with his parents and two siblings when he was just eight years old. Having emigrated from China, Wu quickly developed a deep and lifelong appreciation for the opportunities this country would afford…
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Oliver Heating & Cooling Gets Boost from Firstrust Bank and Eagles as Winner of Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles have announced that Oliver Heating & Cooling is the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a new program focused on uplifting and promoting businesses in the Greater Philadelphia area. As the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, Oliver has been awarded up to $40,000 in promotional assets,…
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With Support from Firstrust Bank, Greencastle Consulting Exemplifies the Best of Veteran-Led Business Achievement
There’s no shortage of consulting firms, particularly in the densely populated Delaware Valley, that businesses can turn to for support with executing their strategic initiatives. There is, however, only one — Malvern-based Greencastle Consulting — that can provide its clients solutions with a level of precision and discipline that can only be honed in the…
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Defunct West Chester Startup in Hot Water with Philadelphia Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies are suing the failed West Chester startup LifeBrand, its former corporate sponsor, for allegedly failing to pay for the final year of its marketing deal with the team, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In the lawsuit, filed at the Chester County Court of Common Pleas in West Chester on…
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How to Protect Your Cards and Avoid Holiday Shopping Scams
For many consumers, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year. Unfortunately, most scammers would agree. Debit and credit card scams increase yearly as holiday shopping kicks into high gear. And with credit card fraud rising a whopping 53 percent between 2019 and 2023, knowing how to protect your money from would-be scammers is…
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Commercial Loan Credit Process: A Guide for Businesses
Securing financing is a crucial step for many businesses, whether they’re looking to expand, invest in new equipment, or cover operational expenses. Commercial loans from banks are a popular option, but the process can be complex and intimidating. In this blog, we’ll demystify the credit process, giving you a clear understanding of what to expect…
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CEO of S&T Bank Named 2024 C-Suite Award Recipient by ‘Pittsburgh Business Times’
S&T Bank CEO Chris McComish has been named as a 2024 Pittsburgh Business Times C-Suite award winner. This accolade recognizes outstanding executives who have demonstrated the highest level of business savvy and vital leadership to help guide their companies to success. Winners are selected based on leadership and business contributions as well as community involvement. Nominees were…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer, WSFS Bank
Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer at WSFS Bank, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Elkins Park, where she watched her family manage several thriving businesses: a hair salon, a manufacturing business, and a dress shop. As she got older, she honed a competitive streak through academics and her part-time jobs in high…
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Self-Taught Chef Cooks Up Entrepreneurial Success with Equipment Financing from Apex Commercial Capital
Elyse Dana, a self-taught chef and the owner of Iris Eats Maine, has had what she deems “an unconventional culinary journey.” She spent a decade cooking professionally on private yachts that sailed up and down the East Coast and throughout the Caribbean. “But that lifestyle can reach its expiration, and it certainly did for me,”…
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Citadel Credit Union Establishes New Leadership Model to Enhance Member Experience, Catalyze Growth
Citadel Credit Union has assembled a new leadership team as it gears up for a future filled with strategic growth, community engagement, and operational excellence. With several key appointments, Citadel’s new senior leadership team brings a blend of deep industry expertise and a shared vision for the future, positioning the credit union to further its…
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Common Retirement Planning Challenges for Gen X
Members of Generation X, often called the “latchkey generation,” may feel retirement looming on the horizon. If you’re feeling concerned, you’re not alone. Born between 1965 and 1980, Generation X has grown up with significant economic and social changes. One big shift has been the decline of traditional pensions and the rise of 401(k) plans,…
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