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4 ways to get more out of your core

Independent Banker

Changing customer banking habits means it’s more important than ever for community banks to use every tool at their disposal. Community banks may have longstanding relationships with their core vendors, but that doesn’t always mean they keep up to date on all the latest features and functionalities. billion-asset community bank.

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Amid Economic Vigor, Small Firms Struggle To Find Talent

PYMNTS

What does that mean for the small business (SMB) community? McMahon told the media outlet about one small business owner in Jacksonville, Florida who attributed rising investments and hiring to recent tax reform. Analysts noted an upward revision of job gains in April and May, too. “It’s a very confident business economy.