Georgia-based financial institution opens Greer location

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Lendmark Financial Services, a provider of household credit and consumer loan solutions, has opened a branch in Greer, S.C., expanding its presence throughout the Palmetto State.

The branch is located at 14035 E. Wade Hampton Blvd.

The Greer branch marks Lendmark’s 21st location in South Carolina, according to a Lendmark news release. Lendmark will likely serve between 500 and 600 customers in the branch in its first year. The company complements its in-person customer service with strong digital and online offerings. 

Lendmark hired Michelle Sorensen as branch manager of this location.

“Our growth in South Carolina and throughout the country is a reflection of the needs of many consumers for additional financial service options to manage planned and unplanned life events,” said Bobby Aiken, CEO of Lendmark Financial Services, in the release. “Our team will strive to deliver personal household credit solutions to Greer residents, along with the best customer service we can provide.”

In addition to serving consumers directly, Lendmark provides financing solutions for 11,000-plus retailers and independent auto dealerships, allowing these businesses’ customers to apply for Lendmark financing, the release stated. Local businesses that are interested in partnering with Lendmark to provide financing solutions for their customers should contact their nearest branch.

Lendmark Climb to Cure is the company’s signature cause-related initiative, the release stated. So far, Lendmark’s employees, partners and customers have raised $4.73 million to support nonprofit partner CURE Childhood Cancer, a nonprofit dedicated to funding targeted pediatric cancer research that is utilized nationwide. Lendmark has committed to raising $10 million total by 2025 to mark the company’s 10-year anniversary partnering with CURE.

Lendmark customers can participate by donating $1 when closing their loan. Lendmark matches the donation.