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(Heather Watters) - Santa Barbara, CA – The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce has been awarded a transformative $100,000 AHEAD Grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLB), facilitated by American Riviera Bank, a proud FHLB member. This funding will directly support…
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(Laurel Sykes) - Did you know that romance scams caused $1.14 billion in losses last year, with a median loss of $2,000 per person? In fact, large scale romance scams are happening in our area, and people are taking major losses.
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(Heather Watters) - American Riviera Bank (ARB) is proud of its personalized approach to business banking, and nowhere is this more evident than in its Small Business Administration (SBA) lending programs. As a Preferred SBA Lender and the market share leader for SBA 7(a) loans in Santa Barbara and…
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(Rechelle Ringer) - The recent Westmont President’s Breakfast, held at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, featured an enlightening conversation between Westmont College President Gayle Beebe and former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. This sold-out event, which began with a perfor…
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(Robert Orca) - In our increasingly digital world, cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics to exploit unsuspecting victims. One of the most alarming trends is the rise in payment instructions fraud, a sophisticated scam that can lead to significant financial losses. This guide will equ…
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(Michelle Martinich) - In today's uncertain economic landscape, preparing for changes in the current rate environment is crucial for businesses and individuals alike. As your trusted community bank, we're here to shed light on the latest economic indicators and their potential impact on your financ…
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