Florida Banking February 2024

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Marine Bank Hosts Informative Housing Seminar for Real Estate Professionals

T he residential lending team of Marine Bank hosted an informative breakfast seminar for more than 80 local realtors and brokers at the Quail Valley Club on November 14th. The presentation, “Housing and Demographic Update” was presented by noted real estate scholar Ken H. Johnson, PhD, the associate dean of graduate programs in Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business. Dr. Johnson’s presentation focused on the stability of the Florida housing market. Despite inflation and rising interest rates, he stated that the odds of a housing market crash are highly unlikely, citing high demand and short supply. “For 26 years, Marine Bank has been a reliable partner for our local real estate agents and brokers by making their clients feel comfortable and confident throughout the mortgage process,” said Bill Penney, president and CEO of Marine Bank. “We also want them to think of us as a trusted resource. We hope Dr.

Gabriel Delgado, Mary Cone, Bill Penney, Speaker Ken H. Johnson, PhD, Bob Morgan, and Jim Stanley.

Johnson’s insights on the current housing market will benefit them and enable them to navigate a market shift with greater confidence.”

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank Hosts 20th Anniversary Customer Celebration Event S anibel Captiva Community Bank held a Customer Celebration event in late 2023 in honor of its 20th anniversary, a milestone

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has remained focused on providing customers with smart banking and lending solutions,” said Kyle DeCicco, president and CEO of Sanibel Captiva Community Bank.“More importantly, for two decades we’ve created meaningful relationships with our customers and employees, as well as the Southwest Florida community.” A visual timeline of Sanibel Captiva Community Bank’s 20-year history is available at cheersto20years. sancapbank.com.

reached with an unwavering commitment to its customers, shareholders, employees and community. All bank customers and employees were invited to attend the event held at its Bridge Branch. Attendees enjoyed the outdoor event with complimentary food and drinks, live music, kids activities, games and more. “Since Craig Albert opened the bank in 2003,

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank recently held a Customer Celebration event in honor of its 20th anniversary.

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