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In The News - "Montgomery Advertiser"
May 10, 2103 - Earnings Increase for Aliant Bank's Parent Company
The Company reported net income available to common of $6.3 million for the first quarter, up 34% from $4.7 million in the previous year's period.
 

 
In The News - "2013 First Quarter Financial Highlights"
May 1, 2103 - For the First Quarter of 2013, USAmeriBancorp, Inc. Is Pleased to Report Another Period of Profitable, Favorable Performance
The Company reported net income available to common of $6.3 million for the first quarter, up 34% from $4.7 million in the previous year's period.
 

 
In The News - "2012 Annual Report"
April 1, 2013 - Aliant Bank''s Parent Company, USAmeriBancorp releases 2012 Annual Report
USAmeriBancorp posted a year of improved profitability and strong financial performance in 2012, ending the year with $2.6 billion in total assets.
 

 
In The News - "Birmingham Business Journal"
March 15, 2013 - Lenders Banking on Asset-Based Loans
As the economy recovers and the banking industry emerges from a credit crunch, bankers are expecting to see more companies turn to asset-based lending instead of traditional forms of bank financing.
 

 
In The News - "Birmingham Business Journal"
March 1, 2013 - Signs Point to More Commercial Lending in Birmingham
Brad Duffy, owner of Duffy's Garage, works with Aliant bank to purchase and relocate to a new building.
 

In The News - "Opelika-Auburn News"
Feburary 16, 2013 - Aliant Bank Breaks Ground on Auburn Branch
Lee County community leaders and residents gathered at the site of Aliant Bank's new Auburn branch for a groundbreaking celebration last month, benefitting four local nonprofit organizations.
 

In The News - "The Montgomery Advertiser"
February 5, 2013 - Strong Year-End Growth Again
Three area banks recently reported strong fourth quarter and year-end earnings, while pointing to a focus on services in order to weather a difficult economic climate.
 

 
In The News - "The Lollar Group"
February 4, 2013 - Aliant Bank's Parent Company, USAmeriBancorp, Announces Strong 4th Quarter and Year-End Results
USAmeriBancorp, Inc., the parent company of Alabama-based Aliant Bank and Florida-based USAmeriBank, announced today that that it posted a strong performance in 2012, capped by solid results in the fourth quarter.
 

  
In The News - "Talk of Alabama"
December 12, 2012 - Giving the Gift of Savings (Video)
Robin Greenlee talks about giving the gift of savings for the holiday on the "Talk of Alabama" news show.
 

 
In The News - "Third Quarter Financial Highlights"
October 31, 2012 - Q3 USAmeriBancorp Financial Highlights & Shareholder Communication (1.39MB PDF)
Review USAmeriBancorp's financial highlights for the third quarter of 2012.
 

 
In The News - "The Birmingham News"
October 02, 2012 - Aliant Bank Expands to Auburn, Plans Permanent Presence in Lee County
Aliant Bank opened a new branch office in Auburn this morning, at 472 North Dean Road, in Suite 104.
 

 
In The News - "The Birmingham News"
October 02, 2012 - Bank Deposit Growth Flat Across Alabama, but up in Montgomery, Lee Counties
Total deposits held by FDIC-insured commercial banks and savings institutions in Alabama grew less than one percent over the past year, according to new data released by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. today.
 

 
In The News - "Lake Martin Living"
September 21, 2012 - Business Loan Considerations
Six things to think about as you consider whether your company is ready to get financing from a bank or other financial institution.
 

 
In The News - "Birmingham Business Journal"
August 20, 2012 - Aliant Taps Spencer to Lead Birmingham Retail Efforts
Mark Spencer has been named senior vice president and retail banking administrator for Aliant Bank.
 

 
In The News - "Talk of Alabama"
August 17, 2012 - A Good Time to Refinance? (Video)
Aliant's Mark Harmon talks about mortgage refinancing on the "Talk of Alabama" TV news show.
 

 
In The News - The Alexander City Outlook
August 16, 2012 - Aliant Bank donates to Dadeville High School Band
Aliant's John Russell Thomas and Sandra Carlisle presented a $1,000 check to the Dadeville High School Band.
 

 
In The News - Second Quarter Financial Highlights
August, 2012 - Second Quarter Financial Highlights (1.97 MB PDF)
The Second Quarter marked another period of healthy growth.
 

 
In The News - Lake Martin Living
July 18, 2012 - What a bank can do for you
Aliant Bank's Dadeville branch answers your most frequently asked questions.
 

 
In The News - Birmingham Business Journal
July 13, 2012 - Community banks fill lending gap for homebuilders
Alabama homebuilders say community banks are stepping up to finance residential construction on developed lots, while large banks continue to shy away from the sector.
 

 
In The News - Birmingham Business Journal
June 29, 2012 - Bankers: Biz lending likely to keep growing in second half
Small business lending by banks in the Birmingham area, which has seen a significant uptick in recent months, is expected to stay on pace during the second half of 2012, industry insiders say.
 

 
In The News - Montgomery Advertiser
June 27, 2012 - Local Bank Loans Surge
Wells Fargo has seen two years of dramatic growth in consumer loans since it completed the transition from Wachovia in 2010. Credit specialist Eli Marks said many of the current loan options weren't available before the transition, and borrowers now have more options for home improvement loans that don't require home equity.
 

 
In The News - Lake Martin Living
May 29, 2012 - Protecting financial information
Identity theft is a major problem in Alabama and around the country. There are a number of things you can do to help safeguard your money. Here are six things that can help.
 

 
In The News - Shelby County Reporter
May 22, 2012 - Aliant Bank locations get new look
A pair of Shelby County Aliant Bank branches recently donned a new look as part of the Alabama-based company's statewide rebranding project.
 

 
In The News - The Alexander City Outlook
May 17, 2012 - Aliant rebranding, expanding
Aliant launches a rebranding campaign to reflect its December merger with Florida-based USAmeriBank. Efforts include new signage, logo, and website.
 

 
In The News - The Birmingham News
May 12, 2012 - Alabama's Aliant Bank seeks bigger splash in rebranding
Aliant Bank has begun a new push for market share across Alabama. They've hired Birmingham-based Hip Brand Group to handle the rebranding effort. Under the plan, Aliant's marketing strategy will emphasize its combination of a 113-year tradition in Alabama with a community-oriented, small-town banking approach focused on providing personalized service.
 

 
In The News - Birmingham Business Journal
May 11, 2012 - A New Look: Experts say creating a connection is key for rebranding efforts
This month Aliant Bank will unveil its new branding. Experts say creating an emotional connection with a customer who is going to want to come back is key to rebranding. For Aliant, that meant focusing on its long history, but also on its status as an innovator in banking technology for an institution of its size – something that will play a role in keeping customers coming back in the future.
 

 
In The News - Lake Martin Living
April 26, 2012 - Paying for long-term medical care
An important financial question people in their 50s and 60s face is: "I'm worried about how I may need long-term medical care at some point. How can I make sure I'll be able to pay for that?" Here are a few questions and answers about long-term care that may be of help as you start the planning process.
 

 
In The News - Birmingham Business Journal
April 20, 2012 - Expert: Big bank dominance squeezes smaller competitor
Community banks ready to "swim with sharks."
 

 
In The News - Lake Martin Living
March 29, 2012 - It's a good time to buy a house
Mortgage rates continue to be at the lowest levels in decades, and with real estate prices down significantly from the real estate boom, it's a good time to think about buying a home. Aliant Bank answers mortgage applicants' top questions.
 

 
In The News - Birmingham Business Journal
January 20, 2012 - The Writing Is On The Ipad
From hand scanners to iPhones, banks are going high-tech - and customers like it.
 

 
In The News - The Alexander City Outlook
January 6, 2012 - Aliant, USAmeriBank complete merger
Aliant Bank completed its merger with USAmeriBank of Florida on Dec. 30, 2011 "without a hitch," according to Aliant Executive Vice President Russell Thomas.
 

 
In The News - Montgomery Advertiser
January 1, 2012 - High End Banking--Aliant joins the ranks in offering services
In an effort to expand its Montgomery market share, Aliant Bank now is offering professional and executive banking - a higher-touch banking experience for higher-end customers.