🚨From the SmartBank Blog🚨
"When is the best time to buy a home?"
Before you begin the process of purchasing your first home or your next one, read our most recent blog post which includes answers to a few important questions you should consider!
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https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-when-is-the-best-time-to-buy-a-home/
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Blog: When is the best time to buy a home? | SmartBank
🚨New Team Member🚨
We'd like to welcome Leah Wilson to the SmartBank team!
She will serve as a residential lender and work out of our Wartburg, Tenn. branch. You can read more about Leah and her background by visiting the link below.
🎉Welcome aboard Leah!🎉
https://www.smartbank.com/news/smartbank-expands-lending-team-in-cumberland-plateau/
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SMARTBANK EXPANDS LENDING TEAM IN CUMBERLAND PLATEAU | SmartBank
📰In The News📰
Be sure to read Part 2 of the Upper Cumberland Business Journal's feature on our entry in to the Upper Cumberland region and how we're building on the solid foundation developed by Progressive Savings Bank!
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https://www.ucbjournal.com/smartbank-looks-to-build-on-progressives-solid-foundation/
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SmartBank looks to build on Progressive’s solid foundation | UCBJ - Upper Cumberland Business Journal
Our Murfreesboro Team had a fun night supporting Music City Trykes at the Artist at the Alley event this week! Proud to be a sponsor of this great organization! #SMBKMurfreesboro #ExperienceSmartBank
**Pensacola, FL and Fairhope, AL branches will remain closed today due to power outages as a result of Hurricane Sally**
Clients: You may reach us for banking assistance by calling our Client Services Team toll free at 866.290.2554, by email at info@smartbank.com or LiveChat us on our website; www.smartbank.com
Thanks everyone and thoughts and prayers continue for all those impacted by this storm. 🇺🇸💙
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☔️ Our Pensacola, FL and Fairhope, AL branches will remain closed today. ☔️
There is still a lot of flooding and power outages as a result of Hurricane Sally. Additionally, our Destin, FL office will open today at noon.
We are thankful all of our associates are safe, and continue prayers for all those impacted and dealing with damage from the storm.
🚨Team Member News🚨
We're thrilled to announce the promotion of Tanner Harris, who was been named Senior Vice President, Knox County Market Executive! #SMBKKnoxville
Congratulations Tanner!
You can read more about Tanner's promotion here: https://www.smartbank.com/news/harris-named-knox-county-market-executive/
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HARRIS NAMED KNOX COUNTY MARKET EXECUTIVE | SmartBank
We hope you had a great weekend and have a wonderful Columbus Day!
📰In The News📰
We're excited to announce a well-deserved promotion!
Stephanie Bean has been promoted to Regional Branch Administrator for upper East Tennessee and will oversee and manage our branch operations in Sevier, Knox and Blount counties. Congratulations Stephanie!
Thanks to the Daily Times for the coverage!
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https://www.thedailytimes.com/news/bean-now-overseeing-area-smartbank-branches/article_8ff462cd-8b33-5cf1-9bd7-c66f6dd1d068.html
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Bean now overseeing area SmartBank branches
📰In The News📰
We're thrilled to share that our own Freda Morgan was featured in VIP Murfreesboro's most recent issue as a "Leading Lady" for her leadership in both the community and her career.
You can read the feature on Freda at the link below!
http://207.21.220.4/murfreesboro/2020/h_10/index.html?page=38
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🚨Team Member News🚨
Congratulations to Becca Boyd who was recently promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer!
You can read more about Becca, who has been our Director of HR for the past four years, via the link below:
https://www.smartbank.com/news/boyd-named-executive-vice-president-chief-people-officer/
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BOYD NAMED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER | SmartBank
**Closing Alert in SW Alabama offices**
Due to damage and loss of power by Hurricane Zeta, the following Alabama offices will be closed today: Thomasville, Jackson, Chatom & McIntosh. Stay safe everyone!!
Thank you to our incredible brave men and women who have served and sacrificed so much to protect our great nation.
In observance of Veterans Day, all SmartBank branches/offices will be closed today.
🚨New Team Member🚨
We're excited to welcome Bryan Stubblefield to the SmartBank team! He will serve as our Senior Vice President of Retail Sales.
You can read more about Bryan, his role and background by visiting the link below.
🎉Welcome to the team Bryan!🎉
https://www.smartbank.com/news/stubblefield-named-senior-vice-president-retail-sales/
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Stubblefield Named Senior Vice President, Retail Sales | SmartBank
📰In The News📰
We're honored to be featured on the cover of this month's Florida Banking Magazine, published by the Florida Bankers Association!
The feature includes an in-depth interview with our Vice Chairman, Bill Carroll and President & CEO, Billy Carroll.
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Read more:
https://link.zixcentral.com/u/d31f9b72/oLCIGOwl6xGNPI-RhnsoMg?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.floridabankers.com%2Fdocs%2FLinks%2FFB_Nov2020_cover_feature.pdf
We're so happy we were able to help Tracy when her family's home was destroyed by a tornado in Chattanooga earlier this year.
Through disaster reconstruction and housing programs we have access to, we have been able to assist clients in securing more than $100,000 in grants over the past year!
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Read more here⬇️
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SMARTBANK ASSISTS LOCAL FAMILY AFTER TORNADO DESTROYED THEIR HOME | SmartBank
From our entire team at SmartBank, we hope you have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving this year!🦃
We’ll be closed today, but reopen tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. See you then!
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🏠We know that planning for a new home can be overwhelming, but our team is ready to make your lending experience hassle-free and enjoyable.
Explore your options today! https://www.smartbank.com/personal-banking/personal-mortgages/
🚨Team Member News🚨
Congratulations to Anthony Price and Mike Porten on their recent promotions!
Anthony has been promoted to Area Market Executive for the Cumberland Plateau region while Mike has been named Market Executive for Putnam County! Read more on their promotions below, via the Upper Cumberland Business Journal.
https://www.ucbjournal.com/price-porten-promoted-to-plateau-region-executive-positions-2/
🚨From the SmartBank Blog🚨
"Tips for First Time Investors"
If you're new to the investing world or just interested in learning, here are a few tips for new investors.
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https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-tips-for-first-time-investors/
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Blog: Tips for First Time Investors | SmartBank
📰In The News📰
Thanks to the Upper Cumberland Business Journal for this recent feature on our culture and "The SmartBank Way."
"SmartBank: Culture drives success as ‘Top Workplace’"
Read more: https://www.ucbjournal.com/smartbank-culture-drives-success-as-top-workplace/
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SmartBank: Culture drives success as ‘Top Workplace’ | UCBJ - Upper Cumberland Business Journal
We had a wonderful time with our Top Workplace celebration! Our associates love to #GiveBack! ❤️ They collected gifts for Angel Trees🎄, gathered coats🧥for the cold, food drives, empty stocking funds and delivered goodies to the elderly just to name a few.... #HolidaySeason #SMBKTopWorkPlace
🎄Merry Christmas🎄
Here's a look at our schedule for the next three days:
Today: Open until 12:00 p.m.
Christmas Day: Closed
Saturday: Branches with Saturday hours will be open (see www.smartbank.com for those locations)
We hope you have a wonderful (& safe) Christmas!
⭐️Happy New Year! ⭐️
Here's a look at our schedule for the next three days:
Today: Open until 5:00 p.m.
New Year's Day: Closed
Saturday: Branches with Saturday hours will be open (see www.smartbank.com for those locations)
PPP Round 2 Application Portal Now Open! Click here to learn more: https://conta.cc/2KiwzdO
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Round 2 PPP Application Portal Now Open
Experts predict real estate sales to keep booming in 2021, low mortgage rates, and an improving selection of homes for sale. Call us if you’re one of those looking to make a move this year!https://www.forbes.com/sites/brendarichardson/2020/12/16/experts-predict-what-the-housing-market-will-be-like-in-2021/?sh=1dcc7e6a36dc
🚨SMBK News Alert🚨
"SmartFinancial Announces Results for the Fourth Quarter 2020"
Click below for the full earnings release posted on the SmartBank website:https://www.smartbank.com/uncategorized/smartfinancial-announces-results-for-the-fourth-quarter-2020/
We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Friends of Great Smoky Mountains National Park! They work tirelessly to protect and maintain the beautiful Smoky Mountains here in our backyard and we look forward to supporting their wonderful efforts every year!
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day our offices will be closed today and will reopen tomorrow, January 19th.
Pay for dinner, share an Uber, or help contribute to a birthday party. Sending money to and from your SmartBank account is smart and simple with Zelle. A few quick clicks in the SmartBank app puts your money where your life takes you. www.smartbank.com/zelle
Is 2021 the year you decide to start investing for the first time? Or maybe you have changed jobs? Maybe you plan to retire? Whatever your financial goals are for 2021, our Raymond James Financial Advisors can guide you. https://www.smartbank.com/investment-services/
🚨 From the SmartBank Blog🚨
"Financial Tips for Newlyweds"
If you are planning a wedding in 2021, congrats! Here is a financial roadmap as you start your new life together
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58% of people would rather tell a friend how much they weigh than how much is in their bank account. So, if you are getting married soon, here are a few ways to make money conversations easier.
https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-financial-tips-for-newlyweds/
🚨SMBK Insider: Quarterly News🚨
Check out our quarterly newsletter with the latest happenings at SmartBank!
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SmartBank Insider: Tennessee Edition - January 2021
Spring is typically peak homebuying season. Get ahead with these key considerations.
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Blog: When is the best time to buy a home? | SmartBank
Do you rely on SmartBank for your business loan or your mortgage? Now you can rely on us for Insurance as well! Check out all we have to offer at The Rains Agency! We can help you with your personal, commercial and life and health insurance. Contact us for a quote today!
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🚨Team Member News🚨
We’re excited to announce the addition of two new leaders in our Cleveland market. Andrea Davis and Mollie Davis both bring decades of banking experience to the SmartBank team. You can read more about Andrea and Mollie by visiting the link below.
🎉Welcome to the team Andrea and Mollie! 🎉
https://www.chattanoogan.com/2021/2/2/422566/SmartBank-Expands-Lending-Team-In-Cleveland.aspx
Mobile Banking has never been more convenient! Deposit checks, pay your bills, transfer money and pay friends and family with Zelle all from the SmartBank app!
https://www.smartbank.com/e-banking/mobile-banking/
SmartBank’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Portal is now open! Determine the amount of PPP funding your business qualifies for, securely transmit documents, and e-sign not only your application, but also the promissory note on your loan. https://www.smartbank.com/ppp-loan-info-and-covid-19-updates/
Stocks, bonds, or mutual funds? If these investments seem daunting, we have getting started tips. https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-tips-for-first-time-investors/
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Blog: Tips for First Time Investors | SmartBank
☔**Inclement Weather Branch Updates**☔
In TN: Murfreesboro will open at 10am CST and close at 4pm. Tullahoma will open at 10am CST and close at 5pm.
Stay safe and warm!
You and your spouse have big dreams, the best way to make them come true? Get comfortable talking about money! https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-financial-tips-for-newlyweds/
☔**Inclement Weather Branch Updates**☔
In TN: Cookeville, Crossville & Jamestown branches will close at 3pm CST. Murfreesboro and Tullahoma are closed today due to poor road conditions.
In AL: Huntsville branch will close at 5pm CST.
Stay safe and warm!
Zelle — a fast, safe and easy way to send money in minutes to friends, family and others you trust, right from the SmartBank mobile app www.smartbank.com/zelle/
☔Early Closures Update☔
In TN: Cookeville, Crossville & Jamestown branches will close at 2pm CST
In AL: Jackson, Thomasville, Chatom & McIntosh will close at 4pm CST
How much house can I afford? Is my debt under control? Is my income stable? These are all questions we ask ourselves when searching for a new home. Check out our blog for some help finding the answers!
https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-when-is-the-best-time-to-buy-a-home/
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Blog: When is the best time to buy a home? | SmartBank
The unexpected loss of your job is frightening. If you or someone you know has been impacted by a sudden loss of income, here are some things to consider before entering panic mode. Remember, things will get better! https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-how-to-survive-a-sudden-loss-of-income/
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Blog: How to Survive a Sudden Loss of Income | SmartBank
If you’re new to investing, it’s easy to get lost in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Here’s a quick roadmap to help you reach your financial goals. https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-tips-for-first-time-investors/
We take great pride in showing our clients the difference a community bank can make, here are just a few of the ways we work to serve you!
https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-benefits-of-banking-with-a-community-bank/
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Blog: Benefits of Banking with a Community Bank | SmartBank
Looking to make a move while rates are low? Find the smartest mortgage plan for your family at SmartBank and feel right at home. https://www.smartbank.com/personal-banking/personal-mortgages/
We all love the convenience mobile banking offers, but accessing your accounts from anywhere can make you vulnerable at times. Here are a few tips to keep your accounts safe when you’re on the go! https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-five-mobile-banking-security-tips/
🚨PPP Update - Including Additional Eligibility🚨
Check out our e-blast to learn more!
https://conta.cc/3bvuYLc
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PPP Update - Including Additional Eligibility
We would like to congratulate one of our very own, James Fuller, Vice President, Relationship Manager in Tullahoma for being awarded the Tullahoma Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Board Member of the Year Award! James has been with SmartBank since 2014. He has been an active member of the Chamber for nearly 10 years and is the first to say that it has been a "great and fulfilling experience." He began serving on the Board of Directors in 2017, and has served on various committees. He's also a recipient of the Rising Star Award and Ambassador of the Year award. Congratulations, James! You make us proud!
Lots of great advice here for investors old and new!
https://www.forbes.com/sites/robisbitts2/2021/01/05/best-investing-advice-for-2021--ignore-predictions/?sh=30a1e9b7c0b2
Retirement looks different these days than it did for previous generations. Understanding how will allow you to better calculate what you will truly need in retirement. Here are some things to consider when determining how much you need to retire. https://www.smartbank.com/uncategorized/blog-what-they-do-not-tell-you-about-saving-for-retirement/
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BLOG: 5 RETIREMENT SAVINGS TIPS | SmartBank
What do the Northview Academy Lady_Cougars do after winning the 1st round of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) state Basketball tourney? Stop by #SMBKMurfreesboro of course and rehydrate! Bring home that #statechampionship girls! We are for you! #winning #ballers 💚🏀
Identity theft is more common than ever, here are some frequently asked questions on protecting your personal information. Stay safe! https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-tips-for-protecting-your-personal-information/
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Blog: Tips for Protecting Your Personal Information | SmartBank
🚨Team Member News🚨
We’re excited to announce a new addition to our team in Crossville! You can read more about Tyler by visiting the link below.
https://www.ucbjournal.com/smartbank-adds-community-banker-in-crossville/
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SmartBank adds community banker in Crossville | UCBJ - Upper Cumberland Business Journal
Instantly transfer money, control your debit card, and deposit checks on the move with the SmartBank mobile app: https://www.smartbank.com/e-banking/mobile-banking/
We would like to congratulate one of our very own, James Fuller, Vice President, Relationship Manager in Tullahoma for being awarded the Tullahoma Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Board Member of the Year Award! James has been with SmartBank since 2014. He has been an active member of the Chamber for nearly 10 years and is the first to say that it has been a "great and fulfilling experience." He began serving on the Board of Directors in 2017, and has served on various committees. He's also a recipient of the Rising Star Award and Ambassador of the Year award. Congratulations, James! You make us proud!
Investing can be overwhelming, that’s why we have a team of experts ready to help you navigate unexpected life events and grow your savings. https://www.smartbank.com/investment-services/
Zelle — a fast, safe and easy way to send money in minutes to friends, family and others you trust, right from the SmartBank mobile app.
Our Chattanooga/Cleveland area branches will close at 4pm EST today due to possible tornado activity.
We hope everyone stays safe! For immediate assistance, you may call our Client Services Team at 866.290.2554 or Live Chat us on our website.
Our Tuscaloosa area branches and our Thomasville, AL office will close at 1pm CST and Huntsville, AL location will close at 3pm CST this afternoon due to anticipated storms and the current issued tornado watch. We hope everyone stays safe! For immediate assistance, you may call our Client Services Team at 866.290.2554 or Live Chat us on our website.
Check out these helpful tips on how you can track your stimulus payment!
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How to Track your Stimulus Payment
🚨Team Member News🚨
We’re excited to announce Cynthia Cain's promotion to Executive Vice President and Director of Financial Planning & Analysis in Knoxville!
https://www.smartbank.com/uncategorized/cain-named-executive-vice-president-director-of-financial-planning-analysis/
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CAIN NAMED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS | SmartBank
Money management is hard! If you could use a hand taking control of your finances, get in touch with one of our experts today! https://www.smartbank.com/investment-services/
☔Tullahoma Branch Announcement☔
Due to tornadic activity forecasted in the Tullahoma area, we will close the branch at 2:00pm CST. Stay safe, friends!
☔AL Branch Closure Announcement☔
Due to tornado warnings in the area, our Tuscaloosa area branches will close at 12:30pm CST, and Huntsville will close at 1:00pm CST. Stay safe, friends!
☔Inclement Weather Announcement☔
We are monitoring weather conditions across our footprint and will update any closures on social media. At this time, we are closing our Chattanooga area, Cleveland and Murfreesboro branches at 2:00pm EST due to potential severe storms predicted in the area. Wishing our friends and families to stay safe and use caution.
How was money treated in your house growing up? Would you describe yourself as a spender or a saver? Do you have a monthly budget? These are all questions you should ask yourself AND your spouse. Talking money is important! https://www.smartbank.com/blog/blog-financial-tips-for-newlyweds/
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Blog: Financial Tips for Newlyweds | SmartBank
There is no better time to be touchless! Our Mobile Wallet is an easier, more secure way to make purchases in-store, online or in-app using your smart device.
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