• Charleston's Charm Comes at a Cost: Understanding the Economic Landscape of America's Favorite City,Jon Crompton

    Charleston's Charm Comes at a Cost: Understanding the Economic Landscape of America's Favorite City

    Charleston continues to charm both visitors and potential residents alike, consistently earning accolades such as the No. 1 spot on Travel + Leisure's list for Best in the US for the 12th consecutive year. With high-profile developments enhancing its allure, it's an exciting time to consider making

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  • Understanding Unrealized Gains and Losses on Investment Securities: What It Means for Banks in 2024,Jon Crompton

    Understanding Unrealized Gains and Losses on Investment Securities: What It Means for Banks in 2024

    In recent years, banking institutions have faced growing financial pressure due to significant unrealized losses on their investment securities. To make sense of this complex topic, let's break it down into simpler terms and explore why these unrealized losses are important, especially in the contex

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  •  Navigating the Shift: Understanding Changes in the Real Estate Market,Jon Crompton

    Navigating the Shift: Understanding Changes in the Real Estate Market

    The Charleston Real Estate landscape is undergoing some noticeable changes as we move further away from the peak market conditions that we experienced in 2021 and 2022. Currently, we're seeing a rise in inventory levels, homes lingering longer on the market, and an increase in negotiated discounts o

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