Ojai Community Bank sale to close Sept. 29
The Bank of the Sierra took the final step toward closing its acquisition of the parent company of Ojai Community Bank on Sept. 22, with the announcement that OCB Bancorp shareholders had voted to approve the deal. The announcement was made a day after the OCB Bancorp shareholder vote. Ojai Community Bank will close on Read More →
Our view: Santa Barbara investment policy a costly maneuver
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Dentists in Tri-Counties sinking their teeth into bank loans
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Involve your children in philanthropy
By Mike Feldman Over the next few decades, an estimated $30 trillion is expected to pass from baby boomers to their heirs in the biggest wealth transfer in history. Unfortunately, most family wealth is earned and lost within three generations. Engaging the younger generations in philanthropic efforts is one way to prepare them for future Read More →
Montecito Bank & Trust reports growth in deposits, loans and net income
Montecito Bank & Trust grew its assets 5.7 percent over the last 12 months and reported net income of $8.1 million for the first six months of 2017, up 12.5 percent from the prior year. In the earnings release Aug. 4, the Santa Barbara company said a 20.5 percent increase in loan growth year-over-year and Read More →
Net income up 15 percent at Community West Bancshares
Net income for Community West Bancshares increased nearly 15 percent for the second quarter ended June 30 to $1.6 million, or 18 cents per diluted share. Loans increased to $684.8 million, versus $564.8 million a year ago, and total assets grew 22.2 percent year-over-year to $785 million. Net interest margin dropped slightly, from 4.45 percent Read More →
American Riviera Bank expanding to San Luis Obispo County
American Riviera Bank is making a jump into the San Luis Obispo County market, opening a loan production office in Paso Robles with additional branches planned to fill in the territory north of its Santa Barbara base. The office will open next month at 205 Oak Hill Road in The Highlands Shopping Center. It will Read More →
