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Trust and tax services: Worth offering?

Independent Banker

To satisfy the banking needs of some commercial and high-net-worth clients, some community banks provide trust and tax strategy services. These banks report that specialized services are a way to deepen their already close customer relationships. United Community Bank in Mount Sterling, Ill.,

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Community banks are thriving in Texas

Independent Banker

Ken Finley, president of Johnson City Bank, in downtown Johnson City with Shannon Sultemeier, executive vice president (left); and Brenda Haynes, vice president/cashier (right). With the record growth of San Antonio, Houston and Austin, southern Texas is becoming a hub for business. The Houston metro took the 10th spot with a 20.3%

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