Banking & Finance

This story was originally published in the July 26, 2021 edition of the Charleston Regional Business Journal. The banking industry has seen branch footprints shrink nationwide over the past several years as customers go mobile. … Read More

Charleston LDC has rebranded as the Climb Fund, expanding with $3.5 million in new grants and low-cost loans, and extending its reach across the state. … Read More

The city of Goose Creek is working to save the small businesses that City Council members say make up the fabric of the community. "The pandemic was no one's fault, but everyone is still suffering the consequences from it," said … Read More

First National Bank has opened its third location at the open-air shopping and dining center at the crossroads of Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island and Johns Island. … Read More

In September, Charleston announced it would be loaning out $850,000 to small businesses affected by the pandemic, in partnership with the Local Development Corp. The initial deployment of funds were handed out last month. … Read More