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(Laurel Sykes) - Understanding the Risks and Taking Action Financial elder abuse is a pervasive issue, characterized by the exploitation of older adults' assets through deceit, coercion, or outright theft. This abuse often originates from individuals close to the victim, such as family members or…
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(American Riviera Bank) - Summer is here and there is no better time to open that first bank account! Opening a bank account is your ticket to financial freedom, and it's easier than you might think. Let's dive into the world of banking with American Riviera Bank, where modern solutions meet person…
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(Laurel Sykes) - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) celebrated National Small Business Week (NSBW), which acknowledges the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners, May 4-10. As part of this year’s activities, SBA and SCORE co-hosted a two-day NSBW Virtual…
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(American Riviera Bank) - A record number of attendees gathered at the Granada Theatre on State Street in Santa Barbara for the 2025 Santa Barbara County Economic Summit hosted by the UCSB Economic Forecast Project, of which American Riviera Bank was proud to be a Gold Sponsor. This year's event in…
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(Robert Orca) - This April, our ARB team enthusiastically celebrated Teach Children to Save Day with local students! What began in 1997 as the American Bankers Association Foundation's vision has grown into an amazing nationwide movement that's touched millions of young lives across America. This…
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(Paul Abramson) - 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 external payment fraud stemming from compromised or impersonated email accounts, scams that can lead to significa…
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(Laurel Sykes) - As the blossoms of spring begin to emerge, the season provides an opportune moment to refresh not only our physical surroundings but also our digital environments. In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, spring cleaning your digital services is a crucial step towards…
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(Rechelle Ringer) - American Riviera Bank is pleased to have sponsored the recent Radius Real Estate & Economic Forecast event on March 12 at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. The event provided valuable insights into the current market landscape. The Bank's commitment to the local real…
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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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(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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