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Sept. 21, 2009

messege to our clients.
The zoological Society of Florida and Miami’s Metrozoo visited the First National Bank of South Miami to promote the Summer Savings Pass in conjunction with Wannado City and Miami Seaquarium.
June. 26, 2009

Protecting yourself from Online Banking Fraud. The online banking industry has seen an increase in fraudulent activity over the last several months.  With key loggers, virus attacks and phishing scams becoming more prevalent, are you doing all you can to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud?
May. 7, 2009 With the University of Miami baseball season in full swing, First National Bank of South Miami stepped up to the plate at Alex Rodriguez Park for the annual “Dash for Cash” at the Friday, April 24th game against Georgia Tech.
First National Bank of South Miami (FNBSM) is pleased to announce the addition of Frank V. DuMond as Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager.  Mr. DuMond will augment our capabilities within the department by overseeing the management of investment portfolios for trusts and high net worth clients and supervising investment operations.wwwcompusa.com

Sometimes, saying "no" brings success.

First National Bank of South Miami Chairman Bruce Wirtz MacArthur today announced the appointment of Robert G. Berrin to the Bank’s Board of Directors.

Commercial Real Estate Financing is available, just in smaller chunks than before.

Mar.18, 2009

Likelihood of bank failures in Florida rises. The number of problem banks in Florida grew to 67 in the fourth quarter, according to a ratings agency.

Coral Gables-based Bauer Financial found 10 fewer strong banking institutions in South Florida and uncovered four more problematic banks, according to its review of fourth quarter financial data.
Economic Summit.
They’re the community banks you don’t read about in the news these days, names like American National Bank in Oakland Park, City National Bank of Florida in Miami and First National Bank of South Miami. But in the middle of a recession and a historic banking crisis, who’s complaining..
First National Bank of South Miami (FNBSM) reports with great pride that for the 76th consecutive quarter we have been awarded the prestigious superior 5-star rating by BauerFinancial, Inc.
Small Banks step forward.
Stories about banks suffering significant losses have dominated the news. So far this year, four
FDIC insured banks have come under the direct supervision of the FDIC, and its Chairman
expects future bank challenges including “institutions of greater size” than in the recent past. The
FDIC’s list of troubled banks now stands at 90.
TALLAHASSEE—Recent news stories reconfirm what Florida bankers have been saying for months now:  The state’s foreclosure crisis in part was driven by non-bank lenders.  
Press Release-Community News -50th Anniversary
The public is cordially invited to view the works of Marilyn Liedman, at the Gallery inside the First National Bank of South Miami Kendall Office for the months of June and July.
First National Bank of South Miami (FNBSM) celebrates Twiglet Bank’s 20th Anniversary. To commemorate this milestone FNBSM sponsored a poster contest for the children at David Fairchild Elementary.  Seven lucky winners ranging from pre-Kindergarten through 4th Graders received prizes and a field trip to FNBSM where they enjoyed lunch and were given a tour of the Bank.
First National Bank of South Miami celebrated the spirit of the holidays by collecting toys for the South Miami Alliance for Youth Program for the third year in a row.
First National Bank of South Miami (FNBSM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott A. Breitkopf to the position of Senior Vice President and Senior Trust Officer, Trust Department.  In this new capacity, Mr. Breitkopf will augment the trust area by overseeing and managing all aspects of this vital area, including: estates, personal trusts, investment management accounts, custody services, IRA accounts and new business development.
First National Bank of South Miami (FNBSM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Moynahan as Senior Vice President and Senior Lending Officer. Moynahan will be responsible for all lending and credit functions for the Bank.
First National Bank of South Miami is pleased to announce - Luis Vanegas has joined the Bank as Vice President of Commercial Lending. Mr. Vanegas is responsible for developing commercial and real estate clients. He specializes in Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans.
First National Bank of South Miami is pleased to announce - Mercy Prieto has joined the Bank as Business Banking Officer specializing in Merchant Processing Services. Ms. Prieto is responsible for developing and servicing the Merchant Processing Services portfolio for the bank.