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USBCI Connects with Homeowners to Provide Answers to Defective Drywall Questions
A discussion panel comprised of 15 top experts which is “Open to the Public” allows homeowners to get their questions answered on defective Chinese drywall, its effects to property values and health concerns. - October 13, 2009 - USBCI
RMCN Cares
Credit repair company gives back at Day of Service in Washington, D.C. with other Inc. 500 / 5000 winners. - October 09, 2009 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
"Making Home Affordable Programs" Have Slow Start Caused by Confusion of Loan Modification Laws Between Tax Payers and Banks
Banks and Taxpayers blame the confusion and constant change of the States' different Loan Modifications Laws for the "Making Home Affordable Programs" thus far a unsuccessful start. Banks and Financial Institutions are having difficulty training employees to process the loan modification requests in light of these new Loan Modification Laws. Taxpayers are also having difficulty keeping up with the requirements to be eligible for a Loan Modification - October 08, 2009 - US Loan Modification Laws
Houston Website Marketing Company Beats Recession
The unification of three existing companies with clients across country is just one example of entrepreneurial inspiration taking place in Houston Texas. - October 06, 2009 - Melaroo Web Marketing Company
Lead Planet Integrates with Mortgage Leads with Leads360
Internet mortgage lead provider, LeadPlanet announces integration services with lead management guru, Leads360. The lead generation company believes that streamlining lead management is a critical part of the equation for success in today's challenging mortgage climate. - October 06, 2009 - Mortgage Lead Planet
Shares and Investments Alert: Should You Buy Shares as FTSE100 Tops 5,000?
If you're looking to make your investments work harder, you're probably not short of investment advice already. As the blue-chip share index roars back above the 5,000 mark, many stock brokers, independent financial advisers and banks are urging investors to return to the market and immediately continue investing by buying shares now, before it's too late. - October 02, 2009 - Investors Chronicle
Private Equity Fundraising Plummets to Lowest Levels Since 2003
The results are in. Just $38bn in aggregate capital was raised worldwide by private equity funds holding a final close in Q3 2009, representing a significant drop from earlier this year, with Q3 figures equivalent to just 45% of the $84bn raised in Q2 2009. In comparison with the recent record- breaking quarters seen in 2007, the drop is even more steep – with Q3 2009 figures equivalent to just 18% of the record $208bn raised in Q2 2007. - October 02, 2009 - Preqin ltd
The Fight with One
HelpMyResume.org is reaching out to unemployed American's by rewriting their resumes for free. HelpMyResume.org wants to help 145,000 American's in need of resume assistance across the country at no cost. - October 02, 2009 - Helpmyresume.org
$13 billion Raised by Life Science Focused Private Equity Funds in the Past Three-Years
Preqin investigates the latest trends in fundraising and investor appetite for life science focused private equity and venture capital fundraising. - September 30, 2009 - Preqin ltd
Is the Antidote to a Jobless Recovery Right Under Our Noses?
Former Assistant Secretary of Labor and turnaround expert says some states are proving the cure is in our own backyard - September 24, 2009 - Al Angrisani
SparkBase Welcomes Christine Primisch
Strong Demand Prompts Expansion of Client Services Team - September 21, 2009 - SparkBase LLC
Hair Today Gone Tomorrow Closes Their Doors as NuU Medspa Honors Upset Clients Treatments
NuU Medspa, the leading aesthetic and cosmetic business in the industry, prepare to honor lost treatments from Hair Today Gone Tomorrow (HTGT) clients at any NuU Medspa location. NuU Medspa understands the financial burden, as well as the emotional upset and frustration that HTGT clients are... - September 19, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Listed Private Equity Plus Fund Broadens Investor Availability Through Discount Brokerage Firms
Vista Research and Management, LLC (Vista) announced today on its website, www.vrmfunds.com that the Listed Private Equity Plus Fund (Ticker: LPEAX) is now available directly to individual investors through a broad array of discount brokerage firms. These firms include Charles Schwab, TD... - September 17, 2009 - Vista Research and Management
Up Top Marketing Opens Its Doors in South Florida, Offering Internet Marketing Services in an ROI-Focused Economy
Up Top Marketing specializes in driving qualified traffic and increasing ROI as well as builds beautiful and functional web sites and marketing strategies. - September 12, 2009 - TTH Marketing Group
Recession Doesn’t Dampen Corporations’ Desire to Give Back; International Non-Profit Reports Increased Donations Despite Economy
Despite the recession, there is some good news on the economic front - a Maine-based international non profit reports increased donations from its Corporate Sponsors over the last several years. Here's how, and why, some companies choose to give back at a time when most other companies are cutting back. - September 11, 2009 - Sustainable Harvest International
CPEhr Named as One of Top Ten “Best Places to Work” in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Human Resources company CPEhr earned a sixth place ranking for mid-sized businesses, beating hundreds of companies in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s prestigious “Best Places to Work” 2009 competition. - September 09, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
IP Video Systems’ Latest XP 220 Ultra HD Encoder/Decoder Enables Remote Collaboration and Facilitates Ultra HD Conferencing
IP Video Systems Inc, the leader in real-time Ultra HD video and desktop graphics streaming and collaboration, announced shipment of its latest product - the V2D XP 200-D – a dual channel hardware encoder/decoder in an ultra quiet desktop form factor for video streaming and remote collaboration applications. - September 08, 2009 - IP Video Systems, Inc.
Trupanion Celebrates Pet Insurance Month
Trupanion pet insurance is celebrating Pet Health Insurance Month with pet owners and pet insurance policy holders. - September 04, 2009 - Trupanion
Beasley & Henley Works with Charities in Slow Times
“We have the time, we have the designers, we are happy to help.” Award winning design firm, Beasley & Henley Interior Design has a few designers with time on their hands as they wait for the market to pick up. This is the perfect time to 'give back' and work with charities who may need their help. - September 01, 2009 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Consumers’ Faith in Economy Flagging
Nearly one third of consumers feel pessimistic about the security of their income six months from now, according to a nationwide survey of households. - September 01, 2009 - Jacobs Jenner & Kent
First Female Head of State to Receive Passion Award
On September 5, 2009, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, fourth President of Iceland and the first elected female head of state, will receive The Global Passion Award in Reykjavik, Iceland. This award is presented to individuals in countries around the world who have been an inspiration to live passion-based lives. Recipients of this award are recognized for the major contributions they have made to creating a Passion-Based Economy. - August 31, 2009 - Enlightened Alliances, LLC
The Inland Empire Goes Free
The Inland Empire has a new group of people who are using recycling of used items that are still usable to prevent them from going into landfills. This is a win-win situation considering today's economy. Members of this online group are asked to look into their closets, kitchen cabinets, storage spaces and garages for items that they no longer need and to "rehome" them with someone who can use them. - August 30, 2009 - InlandEmpireFree2BFree
Troubling Forensic Mortgage Loan Audit Data Points to Wrongful Foreclosures
According to the website www.documentaudit.org and MitiGroup, the latest forensic mortgage loan audit data for mortgage loans referred to the company is even worse than expected. Documentaudit.org said it is providing forensic mortgage loan document audits to check for violation of federal lending laws like TILA, RESPA, HOEPA, and excessively high debt to income ratios, income discrepancies, and other areas fraught with inconsistencies. - August 28, 2009 - MitiGroup, LLC
Kansas City Film Buffs Brace for Premiere of Award-Winning Documentary Targeting Their City in Investigations of Eminent Domain 'Abuse'
‘Begging for Billionaires’ covers ten years of controversial eminent domain takings in Kansas City and St. Louis. The exclusive, one-time screening is set for 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19 as an official selection of the Kansas International Film Festival. - August 28, 2009 - Begging for Billionaires
Most Small Business Owners and Managers Responding to Study Indicate They Have Not Seen Any Benefit from Latest Economic Stimulus Package
Of the small business owners and managers surveyed during a Small Business Research Board (SBRB) study conducted in conjunction with IPA, the majority (84%) agreed that the current economic stimulus package passed by Congress earlier this year has not provided the effective recovery benefits... - August 28, 2009 - IPA
Ar Cash Flow Introduces Debt - Free Cash Resource to Upper Hunter Valley Winery
AR Cash Flow is successfully helping small businesses discover creative financing that does not involve going through lengthy bank procedures or sacrificing ownership each time they need cash. Their latest success is with Yarraman Estate Wines in Upper Hunter Valley, which is pleased to have... - August 27, 2009 - AR Cash Flow
Poll Shows Majority of Small Businesses Believe Small Business Economy Will Improve by End of 2009
The majority, or approximately 54%, of small business owners and managers believe the economy for small business will improve by the end of 2009, according to a Small Business Research Board (SBRB) study conducted in conjunction with IPA. Of all U.S. regions, businesses in the Northeast region... - August 27, 2009 - IPA
The Big Bad Bank Announces Social Media Outreach
The creators of The Big Bad Bank documentaries recently launched a social media campaign to not only spread the message of the documentaries, but to establish a presence in like-minded communities - August 27, 2009 - The Big Bad Bank
Majority of Small Business Owners and Managers State Financial Outlook for Their Companies Looks to be Better in Second Half of 2009 Compared to First Half of 2009
The majority (66%) of small business owners and managers surveyed during a Small Business Research Board (SBRB) poll, conducted in conjunction with IPA, indicated they expect the financial outlook for their businesses to be better during the second half of 2009 as compared to the first half of 2009. - August 26, 2009 - IPA
Study Indicates Majority of Small Business Owners and Managers Believe the Worst of the Economic Crisis is Yet to Come
The majority, or approximately 58%, of small business owners and managers think the worst of the economic crisis is not yet behind us, according to a Small Business Research Board (SBRB) study conducted in conjunction with IPA. Small business owners and managers in the Northeast region displayed... - August 26, 2009 - IPA
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Welcomes US Green Building Council Represented by the Florida Gulf Coast Chapter as Content Advisor
Story collaboration with the Florida Gulf Coast Chapter of the US Green Building Council as Content Advisor for Educational Awareness. - August 25, 2009 - InsightsSeries
California Tow Truck Association Applauds Decision of City Council to Stay Out of Vehicle Storage Business
The California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) applauds the San Bernardino City Council members who unanimously voted to reject the proposal presented by the San Bernardino Police Department to create a city run impound yard on Monday, August 17, 2009. According to an article in the Contra Costa... - August 24, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association
Jackal Software Hops on the Economic Stimulus Bandwagon with Free Issue Tracking Software
To celebrate the version 7.0 release of BugAware, Jackal Software provides their popular issue tracking software for free to educational institutions and not-for-profit organizations. Also, a 5 user 'Software-as-a-Service' hosted account is now available free for commercial organisations. - August 24, 2009 - Jackal Software Pty Ltd
Melba Bayer Meyers Gives $50,000 to Aid Native America
Meyers Trust awards NRC $50,000 for food for Native Americans. - August 23, 2009 - National Relief Charities
Harvey Software's CPS™ Shipping Software Users Shipping More, Showing Early Signs of Economic Recovery
Harvey Software, Inc. announced that users of its CPS shipping software are now shipping more packages this year as compared to last and seem to be on the road to economic business recovery. - August 22, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
New Jersey Foreclosures in July 2009 Are 6% Lower Than in July 2008 Says New Jersey Foreclosure Report by PropertyShark.com
There were 1,041 new foreclosures scheduled for auction in New Jersey in July 2009. This is almost equal to June 2009 (1,036) and 6% lower than in July 2008 (1,107). - August 21, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Agents: Become an Expert on Handling Distressed Property Sales Through Two-Day Designation Course
Real estate agents that want to learn how to sail through distressed property transactions like seasoned pros should sign up for the Certified Distressed Property Expert Designation course offered on October 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the 2009 AREAA/NAHREP Real Estate and Marketing... - August 20, 2009 - National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals
New One D Web Site Supports Unity and Progress for Detroit
A Detroit organization hopes to start a conversation. A conversation about how to improve and inspire change in Detroit and its surrounding areas. And with the evolution of the Web, these conversations can live in one place – www.OneD.org. One D is part of a regional, civic initiative that... - August 20, 2009 - Media Genesis
Kiawah Golf Investment Seminars Introduces Investment Scam Busters Web-Workshops: On-Line Small Group Investment Training with Absolutely No Product Sales
KGIS brings small groups together on-line to learn how to avoid investment scams and to help people avoid investment predators on the Internet and elsewhere. KGIS sells education, filling the gap between making money and protecting retirement nest eggs. - August 19, 2009 - Kiawah Golf Investment Seminars
Despite Tough Economic Times, Oral Healthcare Can’t Wait™
1-800-DENTIST® Joins Leading Dental Trade Association in Launching Consumer Oral Health Awareness Campaign - August 19, 2009 - 1-800-DENTIST
Pastor to Ride Mountain Bike from Michigan to Alabama to Raise Funds for New Building
Pastor Kevin Petersmarck of Warren, Michigan has turned to creativity and determination to help raise funds for a much needed new building. - August 19, 2009 - The United New Testament Church
Trupanion Offers a Pet Health Insurance Policy That Fits the Economic Times
Trupanion pet insurance now offers a customizable pet health insurance policy to give customers more flexibility during the tough economic times. - August 18, 2009 - Trupanion
Job Hungry Workers Finding Satisfaction in Qatar
A Qatar Jobs Survey reveals most expats are happy with their move to Qatar - but that it may not be a place for single men. - August 17, 2009 - Qatar Visitor
New Ways for Australians to Save 90% on the Cost of Investment Funds Threatens to Rock the $1.2 Trillion Funds Management Industry
Exchange traded funds are still relatively unknown in Australia, but interest is exploding. If trends in the US are followed, Australians stand to save thousands on retirement planning in a move which could rock the cosy established world of funds management. - August 12, 2009 - PennyWise Investment
Los Angeles Foreclosures Fall 26%, Miami Foreclosures Drop 22% and New York City Decline 7% Compared to July 2008; Seattle Foreclosures Up 63% Says PropertyShark.com
Los Angeles foreclosures fall 26%, Miami Foreclosures drop 22% and New York City decline 7% compared to July 2008, while Seattle foreclosures up 63%. - August 11, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Laid Off Tampa Resident Turns Entrepreneur and Wins $26K from Tampa Bay Small Business Jumpstart Contest
Mike Mayo will be honored as the 2009 Tampa Jumpstart contest winner at a reception on Aug. 11 at 11 a.m. in Tampa, where he will formally meet the contributors of over $26K in pro bono start up services. After being laid off in May, 2009, he is starting his own company, Golden Vision Photography, a mobile pet studio that will provide exceptional pet photos while also working to educate the community about therapy dogs. - August 11, 2009 - Heidelberg PR
Families Can Curb "Back to School" Expenses at Rapid Refill Ink
Exchange empty cartridges for environmentally-friendly refilled cartridges: save time and money. - August 07, 2009 - Rapid Refill Ink of Tampa
Insights with host Hugh Downs Launches American Made Products Segments
American Made Products Highlighted in Public Television Program. - August 07, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Totaldebtrelief.net Credit Card Debt Relief Programs Helping Consumers
Total Debt Relief's programs for reducing and eliminating debt are having a positive impact on the lives of consumers from coast to coast. - August 05, 2009 - Total Debt Relief
Frontline Source Group, Texas' Premier Temporary Staffing and Direct-Hire Placement Agency, Announced This Week That It is Relocating Its Office in Sugar Land, Texas
Frontline Source Group, Texas’ premier temporary staffing and direct-hire placement agency, announced this week that it is relocating its office in Sugar Land, TX. The company that has won "#1 Best Places to Work," two years in a row, by the Dallas Business Journal and winner of the... - August 05, 2009 - Frontline Source Group