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Brand Banking Company launches Brand Mortgage GroupMortgagePress.comBrand Bank Bartow Morgan Jr., CEO of The Brand Banking Company, has announced the formation of a dedicated mortgage division, Brand Mortgage Group, to be led by Greg Shumate, president and managing partner of the new venture. "The creation of Brand Mortgage Group signals our commitment to mortgage banking and our desire to offer our customers the best mortgage products, the most competitive rates and the highest level of personal service in the market," explained Morgan. "We've always provided mortgage lending, but are now expanding our efforts and resources to better serve homebuyers and lenders in our fast-growing area." Lawrenceville, Ga.-based The Brand Banking Company is an independent community bank. For more information, call (770) 963-9225 or visit www.thebrandbank.com.