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Homeowners Can Stop Foreclosure with Loan Modifications, Forensic Loan Audits and Negotiated Mortgage Terms with US Mortgage Mod, LLC of Philadelphia
Like all business, there are good and bad loan modification companies. One of the good modification companies is US mortgage mod with headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. Us mortgage mod, llc provides foreclosure prevention services in addition to loan work-outs that reduce monthly mortgage payments. This truly helpful mortgage mitigation company has lawyers on staff and in to help maximize negotiating loan terms with the lenders. - March 29, 2009 - US Mortgage Mod, LLC
Non-Profits Raising Donations in Tough Economic Times
In these tough economic times non-profit organizations are battling to raise much needed donations, but the organization ...For A Cause, a registered 501(c)(3) organization itself, is trying to make things a little easier, and at no cost to other organizations. - March 27, 2009 - For A Cause
Gripper Edge™ Tack Strip Reaches Manufacturing Milestone Despite Poor Economy
Southern Cross Building Products announces a new production milestone for GripperEdge™ carpet tack strip. More than 200,000,000 (two hundred million) lineal feet of GripperEdge™ tack strip has been sold in North America. According to Southern Cross CEO Rodrigo Vera, “Gripper Edge... - March 26, 2009 - Southern Cross Building Products, LLC
Online Game Delivers Strategies and Advice to Area Jobseekers
A fun, Trivia Pursuit style question and answer format to job seekers and career enthusiasts one-on-one career advice, tips and strategies using the medium of game. - March 26, 2009 - crootpad.com
The End of an Era - Guzzi's Jewelers Brings 37 Year Business to a Close
American enjoyed watching “You’ve Got Mail”, the journey of a long timed loved tiny bookstore in New York City that slowly succumbed to the book mega giant store down the street. The “Shop Around the Corner” bookstore prided itself on its owner knowing every book... - March 26, 2009 - Guzzi’s Jewelers
Tax Relief for Small Business Will be Part of Obama's Plan
President Barack Obama promised a new loans to small business and his administration announced on Monday that he "firmly believes that economic recovery will be driven in large part by America's small business." The government promises to get credit flowing again by purchasing up to $15... - March 25, 2009 - Titan Tax Relief
Worldcheaper: Into Charities All Over the World
Worldcheaper have decided to donate $5 to a worthy charity for every air ticket bought at www.worldcheaper.com. They’re doing this because they care, because they love, because they hope for a better tomorrow for all man. - March 24, 2009 - WayBy.com
Link Shuttle Inc. Marks 13 Year Milestone with Intro of New Vehicle-Integrated Technology & Specialized Passenger Transport Services
Through a tough economy, one So. Cal transportation company marks a milestone by investing in its continued growth, adding new proprietary GPS tracking technology to its vehicle fleet and bolstering its passenger transport service offering. - March 21, 2009 - Link Shuttle Inc.
In The Economic Downturn, Working Parents Look For Affordable, Quality Childcare Options
Leading au pair agency launches a promotion to help families burdened with finding affordable childcare. AuPairCare introduces families to a live-in childcare solution that doesn't immediately come to mind for many U.S. families and is much more affordable than daycare or other live-in nanny options. - March 17, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
Use of Offshoring Declines Within the Market Research Industry in 2009
Decreases driven in part by growing quality concerns among market research professionals - March 17, 2009 - MarketResearchCareers
American Right of Way Associates Holds Haynesville Shale Training Class
American Right of Way Associates will hold a training class March 21st, 2009 at the Petroleum Club of Shreveport. The class is titled Right of Way Agent Training Program. It was developed to teach the skills necessary for new right of way agents to serve the various oil and gas companies located in... - March 16, 2009 - American Right of Way Associates
CPEhr Announces Launch of “Small-Business Stimulus Program”
CPEhr launches program that program enables small employers to cut employment costs, reduce insurance premiums, and stimulate employee productivity. - March 12, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
Luxury Credit Card (Black Card) News and Information Site Launched
The Black Card (www.the-blackcard.com) site has been launched as a special interest community surrounding luxury credit cards, including news, rumours, lifestyle, celebrities, and more. - March 07, 2009 - the-blackcard.com
It' All About the Price
Will we ever see "Once upon a time again" in real estate and lending? What (or who) really caused this global-pandemic-economic crisis? Up until now, all of the actions from Washington, D.C., have been treating the symptoms. So when do we address the real problem of reduced prices? What can we do to stimulate prices? Are we there yet? Or does this go on and on? - March 06, 2009 - Stewart Title of Nevada Holdings, Inc.
California Non-Profit Goes Green to Make Green - Launches Recycling Business to Fund Programs for Disabled
Greater Palm Springs-based DesertArc launched its first Recycling Program in November 2008 and is already providing meaningful paid employment for 17 of its clients and is rapidly expanding its program to serve more and more businesses and hire more clients. DesertArc’s mission is to enhance... - March 06, 2009 - DesertArc
Titan Tax Relief Supports New York Congressman Who is Putting Pressure on the IRS to Offer Tax Relief to Alleged Madoff Victims
A New York Congressman said Wednesday he has asked the Internal Revenue Service to provide tax relief to victims of disgraced financier Bernard L. Madoff’s alleged Ponzi scheme. - March 02, 2009 - Titan Tax Relief
Wood Pellet Producers Are Increasingly Competing with Pulp Manufacturers for Wood Fiber, Reports WRQ
The global wood pellet industry has developed remarkably fast, evolving from being practically non-existent 15 years ago to being an important wood fiber consumer which is increasingly competing with pulp and wood-panel industry for wood raw-material. - February 27, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
March is "National Use Your Gift Card Month"
Today, Americans are sitting on billions of dollars that may never be spent! Yes, hidden billions squirreled away in dresser drawers, wallets and envelopes that were given to loved ones to buy their most dreamed of gifts. $7.5 billion - that is the amount retailers estimate was spent on gift cards... - February 27, 2009 - Gift Idea Center
Credit Repair Company Stresses the Importance of Maintaining Good Credit Scores in Our Current Economic Situation
Ovation Credit Services Urges People with Poor Credit Scores to Take Action Now. - February 26, 2009 - Ovation Credit Services, Inc.
Solving the Housing Crisis - an Open Letter to President Obama
New solution to the housing crisis announced by national real estate trainer, author and coach, Kelle Sparta, in an open letter to President Obama. - February 26, 2009 - Sparta Success Systems
BarterQuest Reaches 100,000 Online Visitors Since Official Launch of Barter Platform
BarterQuest (www.barterquest.com), a platform that supports the cashless exchange of goods, services and the use of real estate, today announced that 100,000 people have visited the website since its launch in mid-December 2008. - February 26, 2009 - JPM Global
Angel Investors Take Control of the Economic Stimulus Plan to Create Jobs
Investors from New York to Miami are making plans to attend the second annual Southeast Private Equity Conference (SPEC) April 14th and 15th in Atlanta, Georgia. Over 120 private angel investors, venture capital firms and fund managers will attend SPEC 2009 to meet the hottest emerging growth companies to see their presentations and make strategic investments that will lead to new innovations in the market and job creation. - February 25, 2009 - Kugarand Capital Holdings, LLC
What Does the "Stimulus Plan" Mean to You?
The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT) has published a brief overview of the key tax changes affecting individuals and families in the recently enacted “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009” (the 2009 economic stimulus act). FACT is a not-for-profit... - February 25, 2009 - The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT)
As State Economy Suffers, California Non-Profit Gets Creative - House Raffle Provides Critical Funding
California’s economy is at it’s worst, and while most California businesses are feeling the pressure, at least one California non-profit is making their own way instead. DesertArc is a non-profit organization that supports developmentally disabled people in the Coachella valley area. - February 25, 2009 - DesertArc
Stanislav Velinov to Advise 1 Billion US Dollar Distressed Debt Portfolio
Stanislav Velinov through his Opus Supremus Group (Opus) has entered into a commitment to act as an Advisor in connection with a USD 1 Billion distressed debt portfolio. The portfolio consists of United States Corporate Debt and European issued Structured Notes. - February 24, 2009 - Opus Supremus Group
Do You Know How Your Bank Stacks Up?
In these troubled financial times, it is important for the consumer to know whether his or her bank is safe. The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT) has compiled a list of sources where one can find out. - February 24, 2009 - The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT)
The Complete Unemployment Resource
This Press Release describes the unveiling of the new Unemployment911 resource website. - February 23, 2009 - Expert Software Systems
Gulf Coast Western Comments on Current Commodity Price Environment for Oil and Natural Gas
We have no complaints with respect to current commodity prices; in fact, the price correction has created some outstanding buying opportunities. - February 21, 2009 - Gulf Coast Western
Mind Gliding Escapes the Credit Crunch
Mind Gliding, a Thanet based company of Business Psychologists, is celebrating its first five years in March after continuously improving business performance, despite the current challenging economic situation. - February 21, 2009 - Mind Gliding, Ltd.
Job Postings Decline in All Industries; Education and Healthcare Jobs Fare the Best
Indeed.com releases Industry Trends to help job seekers and employers navigate the job market. - February 17, 2009 - Indeed Inc.
Top Disability Law Firm Addresses Importance of Follow-Through with Social Security Administration's Strategic Plan
This month, Disability Group, Inc. released an article by attorney Jason Cook, explaining the Social Security Administration's newly released Strategic Plan. Last month, the Social Security Administration released its strategic plan for the next five years. Among other things, this plan has set a... - February 13, 2009 - Disability Group, Inc.
The Handmade Toy Alliance to Hold Press Conference at Toy Fair - NYC
Members of the Handmade Toy Alliance will be attending the upcoming Toy Fair held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City from February 15 – 18, 2009. An HTA press conference has been scheduled for Sunday, February 15th at 1:30 pm - Booth #1249. - February 13, 2009 - Crafty Baby (R)
FXstreet.com Launches the Pip Rebate Program
The new program launched by FXstreet.com will give the opportunity to traders of all account sizes and activity levels to reduce their trading costs simply by allowing FXstreet.com to introduce their account. - February 13, 2009 - FOREXSTREET, S.L.
New Online Gourmet Coffee and Tea Retailer Changes Tack
Changes in Marketing Strategy to Keep with Winds of Economic Change. - February 12, 2009 - KamRo Imports & Distributing, LLC
Buyers of Market Research Expect to Spend Nearly 10% Less in 2009
A 20 year trend of positive growth for the market research industry is likely coming to an end. - February 10, 2009 - MarketResearchCareers
Financial Health Expert Says Pass Your Own Stimulus Package
Financial health expert Simone Craig says, "Pass your own stimulus package in your home." Assess your personal financial situation during this time of international financial crisis, work with your family and creditors to set realistic financial goals and make a plan to improve it. Face the emotional aspect of financial crisis. - February 08, 2009 - Financial Health Solutions
Discovering... Abruzzo & Apulia, Italy
A mission of the Italian Institute for Foreign Trade to Canada promoting the agri-food and wine sector. - February 05, 2009 - ICE (Italian Institute for Foreign Trade)
e-dmc: The Meeting Industry’s Economic Stimulus
e-dmc, a fee-free ground-breaking technology designed to assist meeting and event planners in all business/planning aspects to cut operating costs in order to shift spending towards other economically-stimulating activities such as entertainment, food & beverages. This kind of software has usually had high upfront cost and recurring fees, however, to help support the new “economic stimulus” initiative, they are offering this web-based software fee-free to meeting and event planners. - February 04, 2009 - e-destinACCESS.com
Crootpad.com Layoff Survival Game & Resource to Help Job Seekers
In response to increasing unemployment and unsettled job market throughout the world, a new site is released crootpad.com in providing a renewed effort to prepare, educate and face the layoff survival, Job search and Job Interviews. Crootpad help it users to easily understand and dissect the... - February 03, 2009 - crootpad.com
Zoo Entertainment, Inc. Announces Ticker Symbol Change
In connection with its previously disclosed name change from Driftwood Ventures, Inc. (OTCBB:DFTW.OB) to Zoo Entertainment, Inc., effective immediately, Zoo Entertainment’s common stock will be quoted on the OTC Bulletin Board under the new trading symbol (OTCBB: ZOOE.OB). This follows the... - January 30, 2009 - Zoo Games, Inc.
Career Direction Works - 100% Objective & 90% Accuracy
An innovative, web-based, career-identification tool compares your assessment results to the most successful performers in over 1200 careers. - January 28, 2009 - CareerDirection.com
Happi House Restaurants Fight Tough Economy with Introduction of New Snack Meals
Bay Area Asian fast casual chain enjoys sales growth in a bad economy; credited to the introduction of new lower-priced snack foods. - January 26, 2009 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Wausau Paper Selects Nexus Distribution for Midwest Hub, Creating Jobs in Illinois
Logistics Provider Nexus Distribution selected to open Midwest U.S. Distribution Center for Wausau Paper (NYSE:WPP). Further enhancing service to customers of its Printing & Writing segment, Wausau Paper selected Nexus Distribution’s facility in Bedford Park, IL as the location for its... - January 22, 2009 - Nexus Distribution
SansGov Appoints Former Microsoft and Oracle Executive
Sanseman Government has today announced the appointment of former Oracle and Microsoft Executive, Anthony O'Hara, to the key role of Senior Executive Advisor, Information Technology and Telecommunications, IT Workforce Design and Planning. The Director of SansGov, Matthew Tukaki, has said the... - January 22, 2009 - Sanseman Government
"Save Small Business from the CPSIA" Places in the Top Ten Ideas for Change on Change.org
The Handmade Toy Alliance's (www.handmadetoyalliance.org) initiative on Change.org, won its place as one of the top ten ideas for change in America. - January 21, 2009 - Crafty Baby (R)
Affordable Renewable Energy Solutions for Oklahoma's Businesses, Churches, Municipalities, Schools, Casinos, Etc.
Code Green Energy offers affordable wind turbines and solar panels for consumers and businesses. They provide free, no obligation energy analyses and help with financial incentive paperwork. - January 20, 2009 - Code Green Energy
Microfinance Forum 2009 to Take Place in Vienna
Uniglobal Research today announced that this year's Microfinance Forum will take place in Vienna on 19-20 March. Following the huge success of last year's forum in Budapest the event promises to be the major industry meeting point. - January 17, 2009 - Uniglobal Research
Former Spanish Prime Minister Says Liberty Reduces Poverty
José Maria Aznar attributes prosperity to Ibero-American liberty and inspires next generation of Latin American leaders in Chile. - January 15, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
"The Changing Patterns of Terrorism in India": a Study by Orkash
The 'new breed' of terrorism in India is confident and increasingly sophisticated. In the study based on expert domain knowledge and proprietary research, Orkash identified prominent undercurrents of the changing patterns of terrorism in India. - January 15, 2009 - Orkash Services Pvt Ltd
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers Expands and Restructures for 2009 Despite a Down Economy
Amazing Spaces, a leading provider of upscale self storage solutions, began 2009 with several newly developed positions, including Director of Operations, despite the struggling economy. On January 5, the company welcomed Mike Gately as its new Director of Operations. Mike will be in charge of... - January 07, 2009 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers