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National Fifty Financial, LLC Expands Commercial Mortgage Lending Offices Into the Mid-Atlantic
National Fifty has begun its campaign to bring commercial mortgage lending syndication to the Queen City of Charlotte, North Carolina. - September 02, 2008 - National Fifty Financial, LLC
PowerShares Momentum Tracker Examines PFI’s Resilience
The latest edition of Fidelity Independent Adviser’s PowerShares Momentum Tracker analyzes PowerShares Dynamic Financials (PFI)—a financial ETF that has held up astonishingly well when compared to its peers. - August 31, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
New DailyFX Forex Trading Signals One Month Free
Normally available exclusively to FXCM live clients, the new Trading Signals will be free for everyone to try until the end of September 2008. - August 30, 2008 - FXCM
ETF Momentum Tracker Profiles ProShares Short MSCI EAFE (EFZ)
The latest edition of ETF Momentum Tracker examines the phenomenon of short ETFs, taking a closer look and the risks—and rewards—associated with the new range of “short bets” flooding the marketplace. - August 30, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Dexter Financial Extends “Triple Zero” Financing Promotion
Due to customer demand, Dexter Financial is pleased to announce an extension of their exciting “Triple Zero” laundry equipment financing program offering 0% interest for first 90 days, 0 Payments for first 180 days and $0 up-front payment for qualified buyers. The new deadline for... - August 30, 2008 - Dexter Laundry, Inc.
FTC Identity Theft Study: You Can Help
The Federal Trade Commission has announced a proposal for a consumer survey research project "to advance its understanding of the experiences of consumers who interact with consumer reporting agencies following an incident of identity theft." - August 29, 2008 - SPENDonLIFE
Bullish Dollar or Bearish Dollar? PowerShares Momentum Tracker Covers Currency ETFs
As the dollar hit a six-month high in yesterday’s trading, PowerShares Momentum Tracker (http://www.fidelityadviser.com/readMe_PS.asp) announced that both the US Dollar Bearish ETF (UDN) and the US Dollar Bullish ETF (UUP) had made significant gains in their momentum rankings. “After... - August 29, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
FXCM King of the Micro Enter the Forex Trading Competition
FXCM www.fxcm.com has announced that its “King of the Mini” contest has undergone a make over and will now be known as “King of the Micro” FXCM Micro is the discount brokerage division of FXCM, and as such, clients of FXCM Micro will trade forex with super-low spreads,... - August 29, 2008 - FXCM
YapStone’s RentPayment Division Announces Pay by Phone Option
YapStone, Inc., through its RentPayment™ division, is the country’s largest payment processor to the property market, focusing primarily on apartments, student housing, homeowner associations, and other property-related markets. - August 28, 2008 - Yapstone, Inc.
Aspen Financial Partners, LLC Expands Lending Guidelines for Hard Money Commercial & Residential Loans from $2 Million Up to $100 Million
Aspen Financial Partners, LLC is pleased to announce additional conduits for funding hard money commercial & residential loans ranging from $2MM - $100MM throughout the U.S. - August 28, 2008 - Aspen Financial Partners, LLC
Clean Marine Systems, Inc. Launches Automated Heat Exchanger Flush Systems. The Latest in a Line of Innovative Products That Promote Automated Maintenance / Clean Oceans.
Headquartered in Las Vegas, NV, Clean Marine Systems, Corporation is an innovative leader in electronic controlled pump and valve systems. The Clean Marine System is the first of a family of products targeted at the yachting heat exchanger maintenance market. They are also introducing a new innovative “Green Marine Product” line for the marine and yachting enthusiast. For more information please visit www.cleanmarinesystems.com - August 28, 2008 - Clean Marine Systems
Russell Bedford México Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary
Launched in 1993, and now in its 15th year, CPA firm Russell Bedford México has reached 14th position in the national league. - August 28, 2008 - Russell Bedford International
Burris Computer Forms (http://pcforms.com) Announces Burris Blank Printable Billing Sets™ and Burris Blank Printable Fundraising Sets™
Burris Computer Forms (http://pcforms.com) announces Burris Blank Printable Billing Sets™ and Burris Blank Printable Fundraising Sets™. Burris billing sets (blank invoice forms) and fundraising sets provide organizations with everything they need to bill their customers, or appeal for... - August 28, 2008 - Burris Computer Forms
Insurance Execs Outline Innovations for 2009
New Underwriting and Distribution Ideas Showcased in Dallas on September 15 - 17, 2008 - August 27, 2008 - MarketScout Corporation
Ken Kuykendall, IFRS Tax Line of Service Leader, PricewaterhouseCoopers to Speak at KC’s Event on The impact of IFRS on 9/25/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars has announced today that Ken Kuykendall, IFRS Tax Line of Service Leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “The impact of IFRS: Getting Ready for the... - August 27, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Commercial Finance Advisors Closes $530,000 Commercial Mortgage Loan
Commercial Finance Advisors is proud to announce it closed $530,000 commercial mortgage loan in Taos, New Mexico. - August 26, 2008 - Commercial Finance Advisors
St. Louis Based Residential Mortgage Consultants Merges with Envoy Mortgage
The new company name will be Envoy Mortgage. They have the same great people and the same great services. Please think of them for all your financial and real estate needs. First Houston Announces Residential Mortgage Consultants as New Affiliate. First Houston Mortgage, a mortgage-banking firm... - August 26, 2008 - Envoy Mortgage, St. Louis, MO Branch
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar Entitled: "Understanding Regulation S-P Privacy of Consumer Financial Information" on 11/19/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar entitled “Understanding Regulation S-P Privacy of Consumer Financial Information” This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 1:00 PM... - August 26, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
OBS Financial Services, Inc. Make Enhancements to their Epicenter WorldwideTM Platform
OBS Financial Services, Inc. (OBSFS) is proud to announce new enhancements to their Front-end Delivery Platform – Epicenter WorldwideTM. Not only has OBSFS added enhancements to the Trust Delivery Platform, but have now added a new Platform complementary for retail brokerage utilizing... - August 25, 2008 - OBS Financial Services, Inc.
Retirement Income Guide Swaps Fidelity VIP Overseas R (FAVOS) for Lazard Retirement Emerging Markets (FNRLC) and Fidelity VIP Strategic Income (FAVSI)
In the latest issue of Fidelity Independent Adviser’s Retirement Income Guide publisher Don Dion announced that he would be selling Fidelity VIP Overseas R (FAVOS) from two of his model portfolios, and buying Lazard Retirement Emerging Markets (FNRLC) and Fidelity VIP Strategic Income (FAVSI)... - August 24, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Benchmark Application Security Survey Announced for Finance Industry
BankInfoSecurity.com and CUinfoSecurity.com launch new Application Security Survey to assess the state of security of applications at financial institutions. - August 24, 2008 - Information Security Media Group
The Gallant Group Releases Their New E-Book "The Credit Monster" Aimed at Assisting Businesses and Consumers Seeking Credit in Tough Times
The Gallant Group announced today the launch of their new e-book “The Credit Monster” – a comprehensive, tell-all, guide for consumers and business owners looking to obtain additional credit. Authored by Adeel Amin, a successful entrepreneur and credit brokerage owner, The Credit... - August 24, 2008 - The Gallant Group
Wood Costs Increased for Pulpmills Worldwide in the 2Q 2008 as Reported by WRI
Wood fiber costs, the major cost component when producing wood pulp, increased in practically all major pulp-producing regions around the world in the 2Q/08, according to the market report Wood Resource Quarterly (WRQ). This was both a result of a continued weakening of the US dollar against most major currencies and because of higher transport costs for both pulpwood and wood chips. - August 23, 2008 - Wood Resources International LLC
Macroaxis Launches Portfolio Analytics for International Markets
Macroaxis Corporation introduced a new international portfolio analysis theme, incorporating access to markets and exchanges in several countries. - August 23, 2008 - Macroaxis Corporation
FXCM Micro, the New Discount Forex Division of FXCM
FXCM has announced the opening of its discount brokerage division FXCM Micro. FXCM Micro allows traders to trade with super-low spreads, automated execution, and 1K lot sizes. FXCM Micro is offered for individual, self-traded accounts. - August 22, 2008 - FXCM
Summit Commercial Finance Named on Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies
Summit Commercial Finance also ranked no. 61 of the Top 100 Companies by Metro Region for the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale and no. 97 of the Top 100 Companies by Industry-Financial Services. - August 22, 2008 - Summit Commercial Finance
Fake Commercial Loans Articles and How to Avoid Them
A new series of Special Commercial Loans Reports has been issued by AEX Commercial Financing Group to describe the growing problem of fake articles about business financing, business cash advances and commercial real estate loans. - August 21, 2008 - AEX Commercial Financing Group
FISC Completes Remote Deposit Capture SAS 70 Audit
FISC Solutions is pleased to announce the completion of its Remote Deposit Capture Services SAS 70 Type II audit. As part of vendor due diligence, financial institutions must ensure that their third party service providers can demonstrate that they have adequate controls and safeguards when they... - August 21, 2008 - FISC Solutions
Natural Gas and Resources for Pharma and Communications: Sector Momentum Tracker Makes Trades Early in Week
Sector Momentum Tracker (http://store.fidelityindependentadviser.com/sectortracker.html ) made two changes to its Portfolio today, selling Natural Gas (FSNGX) and Natural Resources (FNARX) and purchasing Pharmaceuticals (FPHAX) and Communications Equipment (FSDCX) with the proceeds. Since its June... - August 21, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
RMCN Credit Services, Inc. is No. 408 in the Inc. 500
No. 408 RMCN Credit Services McKinney, TX Year: 2008 Industry: Financial Services Founded 1997 Growth: 759.6% 2003 Revenue: $742,845 2006 Revenue: $6.4 million Employees: 93 Website www.RepairMyCreditNow.com Ranked No. 17 in the Top 100 Businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Ranked... - August 20, 2008 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Artistic Checks Launches Its New "African Silhouettes" Check Line
Artistic Checks expands its collection by way of Africa with the launch of its new product suite, “African Silhouettes.” This new design includes personal checks, address labels, personal contact cards, and a checkbook cover that portray everyday life on the safari. - August 20, 2008 - Artistic Checks
Traditional Indian Designs Are Vibrantly Colored in Artistic Checks’ New "Divine Jewels" Check Design
Artistic Checks celebrates Indian tradition with the release of the new “Divine Jewels” product suite. Included in this collection are personal checks, self-adhesive address labels, personal contact cards, and a checkbook cover that all correspond to the essence of this cultural theme. - August 20, 2008 - Artistic Checks
Market Rates Insight Names Wartels New National Sales Director
Banking Research Firm Names New Sales Exec for Web Research Portal. - August 20, 2008 - Market Rates Insight
PowerShares International Listed Private Equity (PFP) Jumps in PowerShares Momentum Tracker’s Rankings
In the latest issue of PowerShares Momentum Tracker, however, Dion announced that PFP has been moving up his rankings in recent months. - August 20, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
DailyFX.com Analyst Give Free Trading Ideas
DailyFX.com analysts (www.dailyfx.com) now offer traders a roundtable discussion of their favored currency picks on a daily basis. Published at 9:30 (EST), the portal's top researchers share their trade for the day and tell the online community what to look for when positioning a trade. Each... - August 20, 2008 - FXCM
ETF Momentum Tracker Sees iShares Dow Jones US Medical Devices (IHI) Jump 16 Spots in Rankings
Don Dion, publisher of Fidelity Independent Adviser, announced today that iShares Dow Jones US Medical Devices (IHI) had jumped up 16 spots in ETF Momentum Tracker’s Sector Momentum Table since May 20. “In the last few months of tough stock-market sledding, one of the tried-and-true axioms of investing has come to the forefront: health care is a good place to hide during bear markets,” Dion said. - August 20, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
2008 Global Alpha Forum Will Bring Together Institutional Investors from Around the Globe with Connecticut’s Alternative Investment Elite
The Greenwich Hyatt will be the scene of the 2008 Global Alpha Forum--arguably the most important hedge fund event of 2008 for both fund managers operating in Connecticut and investors wishing to get to know those managers while also gaining insights as to economic and geopolitical developments likely to most impact alternative investors in the coming year. - August 20, 2008 - Opalesque Ltd
Investorideas.com Water Stocks Podcast; Neil Berlant Updates Performance of the PFW Water Fund
Neil Berlant Updates Performance of the PFW Water Fund and opportunities within the Water Industry - Water Stocks Sector Dominated by Individual Investors, Not Institutions - August 18, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
Energy Software Company Living Life Green Launch Free CarbonAudit Initiative
London based Living Life Green, a leading energy conservation company today launches their free CarbonAudit initiative. The CarbonAudit provides factual data on the efficiency of an organisations networked PCs. This data is compiled into a report that identifies where energy consumption can be reduced and subsequently, an organisations carbon footprint can be reduced. - August 16, 2008 - Living Life Green
Will Natural Gas Bounce Back? Sector Momentum Tracker Reports on Fidelity Select Natural Gas (FSNGX)
In the latest edition of Fidelity Independent Adviser’s Sector Momentum Tracker, publisher Don Dion discusses recent trends in natural gas, and gives his outlook for Fidelity Select Natural Gas (FSNGX). FSNGX was up nearly 19% year to date on June 23, but by Aug. 8 it was down 13.2% for the... - August 16, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
David Medine, Partner, WilmerHale to Speak at KC’s Event on “Understanding Regulation S-P Privacy of Consumer Financial Information Live Webinar” on 11/19/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that David Medine, the Partner from Regulatory and Government Affairs Department of WilmerHale will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled “Understanding Regulation S-P... - August 15, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Julianne Inozemcev, Partner, Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on “Understanding Regulation S-P Privacy of Consumer Financial Info Live Webinar” on 11/19/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Julianne Inozemcev, the Partner from Financial Services Office of WilmerHale will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled “Understanding Regulation S-P Privacy of Consumer... - August 15, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
South Indian Bank (SIB) Launches a Novel Convenience Banking Product for the Indian Diaspora
South Indian Bank(SIB) has launched a premium Savings Bank account called “NRE Savings- Diamond Account” for its NRE customers who maintain high average balance in their SB accounts. This account offers multi – city features, besides many tech-savvy features adding to customer convenience. - August 14, 2008 - South Indian Bank
Global Care Solutions, LLC, Formed by Palm Beach Capital and Uniters S.p.A.
Stainsafe, LLC and Multimaster North America Merger results in new joint venture. - August 13, 2008 - Stainsafe
Wheelhouse Advisors to Present at the 2008 Operational Risk Management Summit
Presentation Will Focus on Creating a Practical Convergence Program to Connect Risk Policy & Governance. - August 13, 2008 - Wheelhouse Advisors LLC
Green Investing with ETF Report
In the current issue of Fidelity Independent Adviser’s ETF Report, publisher Don Dion examines a new breed of ETFs designed to offer investors opportunities in “green investing.” “The ETF Report is released monthly,” Dion said, “so we try to cover important trends that are impacting the market right now.” - August 13, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
VisionQuest Announces the Opening of VisionQuest Capital
VisionQuest Wealth Management announces the opening of VisionQuest Capital. The Raleigh-based firm’s creative financing division offers experience, knowledge and expertise in creative financing options, lending solutions and private placement of debt and equity. The firm is well positioned to... - August 13, 2008 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
New Book: A Chinese Economist’s Journey
Author’s legendary life for helping China’s top policy-making is an excellent reference guide in understanding modern China and the future of economic reform. - August 10, 2008 - Fengbo Zhang
Rate1st Adds Mortgage and Loan Related News Service
Rate1st.com users are now able to view news articles in real time, related to a wide array of topics including home mortgages, commercial loans, and more. - August 10, 2008 - Rate1st
PowerShares Momentum Tracker Examines Dynamic Building & Construction (PKB)
Don Dion, publisher of Fidelity Independent Adviser, and president of Dion Money Management, announced today that despite recent housing woes, PowerShares Dynamic Building & Construction (PKB) has maintained its momentum ranking in PowerShares Momentum Tracker... - August 10, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC