Monthly Archives: August 2011

First Community Bank Grows

August 30, 2011     written by:  The First Community Blogging Team

We are pleased to announce that the First Community Bank family is expanding with the acquisition of Palmetto South Mortgage Corporation. Founded in 2001, Palmetto South offers mortgage products for home purchase or refinance in the South Carolina market. The … Continue reading →

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The Difference

August 24, 2011     written by:  The First Community Blogging Team

From the outside, banks look pretty similar. Brick colors change and architectural styles vary, but you can pretty much count on an ATM, a drive-through, people to help you handle the day-to-day of your financial life. It’s what—and who—is inside … Continue reading →

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Why We Are Local

August 18, 2011     written by:  The First Community Blogging Team

“Local” is the new “green.”  You see it everywhere, but especially at farmer’s markets and restaurants. And we can’t argue there—tomatoes from our neighbor’s garden will always taste better than the ones we picked up at the grocery. But for … Continue reading →

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The Spirit of the Entrepreneur

August 16, 2011     written by:  The First Community Blogging Team

During the summers that make us famously hot, you’re bound to spot a young entrepreneur parked by a curb, peddling Dixie cups of not-quite-cold lemonade. And if you’re like most of us, you’ll stop and hand over your change for … Continue reading →

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