Banking & Financial Services News
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Silver Spring, Four Corners Jackson Hewitt® Offers Tips for Choosing a Tax Preparer
With the 2010 tax filing season underway, many Silver Spring taxpayers may be wondering where to turn for help in filing their annual tax returns. - February 01, 2010 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Debt Shield Encourages Annual Credit Report Checks for Consumers & Unemployed
Award-winning debt settlement company reminds unemployed consumers about the importance of free annual credit reports. - January 31, 2010 - Debt Shield, Inc.
People’s Financial Advisor Presents Financial Indicators Assessing Consumer’s Financial Habits
Technology enables middle-income American to benefit from the Cambridge Five Fundamentals of Fiscal Fitness that guided thousands of families to financial independence over the past 30 years. - January 30, 2010 - peoplesfinancialadvisor.com
eSmart Tax Offers Free Online Tax Filing for All Americans
The online division of Liberty Tax Service is offering its Basic edition for free and giving away more than 2 million Deluxe editions at IamAJohnson.com - January 30, 2010 - eSmartTax.com
The Foreclosure Boys Help Widowed Mother of Four in Foreclosure Battle with Bank
Andrea Daily never could have imagined that she would face foreclosure. Tim Daily, Andrea's husband, was the sole signer on the loan and title to the property. Tim passed away in March. Bank of America now claims Andrea has no right to the home. - January 29, 2010 - Park City Family Office
Pre-Debt Relief Course to Guide Consumers
Global Debt Systems announces innovative program to clarify debt-relief solutions and inform consumers about their options free of charge. - January 29, 2010 - Global Debt Systems
Helpsettle.com Sets New Debt Settlement Program Standards
HelpSettle.com has set new standards within the debt settlement industry, using only companies with A ratings or better from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and The Association of Settlement Companies (TASC). Interested consumers can call (866) 456-4357 for more information. With the debt... - January 27, 2010 - HelpSettle.com
Foreclosure Prevention & Intervention Services 10 Facts About the Process
Foreclosure prevention and foreclosure intervention are two very different services. Consumer Credit Counseling Service is trained and certified to help with both. Here's how easy the process can be: - January 25, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
Irvine BMW Announces That Multiple BMW Models Win Best Resale Value Awards
BMW Models Kelley Blue Book kbb.com and Automotive Lease Guide Voted Best Resale Value at Irvine BMW - January 22, 2010 - Irvine BMW
Jackson Hewitt® Four Corner Office Asks: Want a Tax Refund Fast?
Filing and Refund Delivery Options Can Help. IRS e-file, W-2 Download Help Tax Filers Expecting a Refund. - January 22, 2010 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
IBTimesFX.com Global Forex Traders Conference to be Held in New York – February 17, 2010
IBTimesFX.com has partnered with ForexTV.com to present the Global Forex Conference 2010 in NYC. The first in a series of Global Forex conferences, this 1 day event aims to help traders gain an edge in trading through a series of thought provoking and insightful presentations by leading institutional FX traders. - January 21, 2010 - International Business Times
HelpSettle.com Announces Breakthrough in Debt Settlement Client Service
HelpSettle.com, one of America’s premier debt settlement companies, has reached a breakthrough in providing clients the service they need to get the best results from their debt settlement program. By calling (866) 456-4357, people in need of debt relief assistance will find the help they... - January 20, 2010 - HelpSettle.com
ACCESS Releases Short Sale Guide for Financially Troubled Homeowners
Guide discusses options other than foreclosure for those behind in their mortgage payments and provides a variety of helpful resources. - January 20, 2010 - American Consumer Credit Education Support Services
San Diego Jewelry Buyers Project Strong Gold Prices for New Year
Carl Blackburn, owner of San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB), projects strong gold prices for 2010 and states that now is an excellent time to sell pre-owned gold jewelry and scrap gold. - January 19, 2010 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
Anchor Loans Launches New Website
Anchor Loans is pleased to announce the launch of a new web site. The site will allow Anchor’s investors and borrowers the ability to connect with the company in ways never before possible. Password protected login capabilities will provide investors with the ability to view monthly... - January 16, 2010 - Anchor Loans
Total Mortgage Services Receives Full-Eagle Approval for FHA Mortgages
Under goes thorough approval process by HUD to convert to a non-supervised lender and may now originate, fund, hold, purchase and sell Federal Housing Authority (FHA) backed mortgage loans. - January 14, 2010 - Total Mortgage
7 Debt Analysts from HelpSettle.com Named Country’s Elite Debt Specialists
HelpSettle.com, one of America’s premier debt settlement companies, had seven of its debt specialists recognized for their ability to help consumers improve their lives and finances by becoming free from their unsecured debt. - January 14, 2010 - HelpSettle.com
York Street Properties Says Banks Are Still Funding Investment Property
Who says business is slow? Not so for Dallas-based York Street Properties. It just closed on a three bedroom “starter-home” in Dallas last week. The company specializes in helping the small investor to profit from real estate. And with acquisition costs are at an all-time low,... - January 14, 2010 - Yorkstreet Properties
The Financial Well Invites You to Attend "Envision Your Financial and Physical Well-Being for 2010" at the Lion's Eye Institute
The Financial Well, a fee-only registered investment advisor firm in Tampa Bay, will launch its 2010 Tap The Well event series with “Envision Your Financial and Physical Well-Being for 2010” on Friday, January 22, 2010. The event will be held at The Lions Eye Institute, 1410 North 21st... - January 13, 2010 - The Financial Well, Inc.
San Diego Jewelry Buyers Issues Advisory for Gold & Diamond Jewelry Sellers
San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB) has issued an advisory to consumers who want to sell their pre-owned gold, diamonds, Swiss watches, estate jewelry, or other luxury assets to the company. - January 12, 2010 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
Jackson Hewitt Provides Vital Tax Benefit Information for Unemployed Taxpayers in the Silver Spring Area
New Tax Benefit Exempts the First $2,400 of Unemployment Compensation from Taxable Income. - January 11, 2010 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Local Non-Profit Agency Opens New Office in Yorkville Area, Demand Remains High for Foreclosure-Prevention and Foreclosure-Intervention Services
Federally funded credit-counseling programs help consumers avoid foreclosure and stay in homes. - January 10, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
Michael J MacMahon's New Book Helps Debtors Get "Back to the Black"
An author who faced bankruptcy shares what he learned and suggests the key questions that can help individuals deal with debt. - January 09, 2010 - Michael J MacMahon
Money Habitudes Encourages Constructive Discussions About Money for the New Year
Company behind popular Money Habitudes cards encourages people to think about money with a list of reasons specific to the New Year and New Year's resolutions. Learning to talk about money constructively--be it with a friend, spouse or financial professional--can be an effective first step in planning one's finances. Talking about money--one of the most daunting conversations--helps people get help, support and personal understanding in order to achieve their financial goals. - January 02, 2010 - LifeWise
Settlements Now More Regularly Accepted by Debt Collectors
Award-winning debt settlement company alerts consumers to new survey revealing how more and more collection agencies are accepting reduced debt settlements. - December 24, 2009 - Debt Shield, Inc.
First Foundation Adds New Member to Edmonton Mortgage Team
First Foundation Residential Mortgages, a leading Edmonton and Calgary Mortgage Broker, is proud to announce that Lisa Keddy, B.Comm, AMP, has joined the firm. - December 23, 2009 - First Foundation Inc.
Total Mortgage Services Provides Performance Update on Record 2009
2009 production volume expected to increase 67% to over $750 million in closed loans. Success driven by offering some of the lowest mortgage rates and working with high quality borrowers. Key initiatives planned to continue positive momentum in 2010. - December 17, 2009 - Total Mortgage
Timesharescape Offers Timeshare Owners a Guaranteed Exit Plan in 2010
Timesharescape, a nationwide company that assists dissatisfied timeshare owners free themselves of the financial burdens associated with timeshare ownership, announced it will offer free timeshare owner information seminars in 8 additional states. - December 17, 2009 - Timesharescape
Decisions and Deadlines Loom for Healthcare and Benefit Plan Enrollees
HealthHarbor.com outlines important open enrollment and year-end deadlines that can save hundreds or thousands on healthcare. - December 16, 2009 - HealthHarbor
Prepare Your Schedule D or Mark to Market Form with TradeMax
Neutral Trend Inc now announce the release of TradeMax® 2010, a full featured tax software specifically designed for active investors or traders who have multiple accounts to manage their trade data, maximize their gain/loss strategy, prepare their Schedule D or Mark to Market form. (www.itrademax.com) - December 16, 2009 - Neutral Trend Inc
Release of THE CLOSER Reconciles Cash and PayPal in Microsoft Dynamics GP
THE CLOSER v2.5 is now available for the Microsoft Dynamics GP ERP system. Reconcile Dynamics GP to the penny. Reconcile AP, AR, Cash, Accrued Purchases, Sales Order, Inventory, COGS, and PayPal with the General Ledger in Dynamics GP. - December 12, 2009 - Reporting-Central
Gift Card Girlfriend Tips: 5 Guilt-Free Ways to Save Money with Gift Cards This Holiday Season
Whether shopping for gifts or just trying to meet the needs of the household, Shelley Hunter, the Gift Card Girlfriend, says consumers can use gift cards to spend less and get more this holiday season—without feeling guilty. - December 11, 2009 - Gift Card Girlfriend
Network for Investor Action and Protection Formed by Investment Fraud Victims
A group of investment fraud victims has formed the Network for Investor Action and Protection (NIAP), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping investors and victims of investment fraud. The Network, a natural outgrowth of the group’s meetings, planning, advocacy, and extensive... - December 09, 2009 - Network for Investor Action and Protection
Shadow Creek Ranch Builder - Westin Homes in Its Final Phase - Tim Foster
Shadow Creek Ranch is a 3,500-acre lake themed master planned community south of Houston Texas offering homes from $150s to over $1 million. Shadow Creek Ranch is the #1 selling master-planned community in the Houston-Pearland Metroplex. - December 06, 2009 - Westin Homes
Picksthatmakecents.com Rolls Out a New Web Site to Give Members Entry Points for Penny Stocks That Are Un-Bias and Non-Promoted
Picks that make cents is a unique website catering to the penny stock trader. The company is an un-biased, non-promoted website that gives stock entry prices unlike any other site on the internet. - December 03, 2009 - Picks That Make Cents
Unemployed? Skillbound.com Wants to Help.
Skillbound.com wishes to invite the out of work to enter a competition to win control of a website called: whyyourfirmshouldhireme.com - December 02, 2009 - Skillbound.com
1040 Tax Mobile Offers End of Year Tax Tips and Helps the Hispanic Community
1040 Tax Mobile a reputable income tax preparation company in the State of Florida is offering end of year tax tips to busy singles and families looking to maximize their tax refunds this year and is helping the Hispanic community in the Tampa Bay area. Remember, it’s not too late to qualify... - December 01, 2009 - Accounting Virtualization, LLC
Local Pre Foreclosure Specialists Provide Free Information Resource to Santa Clarita Homeowners Facing Financial Hardships
Local real estate agents and community advocates, Jennifer and Gary Ricco of Keller Williams VIP Properties, have created a new information Website for Santa Clarita-area homeowners in distress www.SantaClaritaPreForeclosureSpecialists.com. This site contains vital facts about pre foreclosure options available to these homeowners, to help them make the educated decisions about their future. - November 30, 2009 - Jennifer & Gary Ricco Keller Williams VIP Properties e-PRO, WCR, QSC, Retired LAPD
Rodgers & Associates Named as One of the Nation's 'Leading Registered Investment Advisors'
Rodgers & Associates, The Retirement Specialists, located at 647 East Roseville Road, Lancaster, was recognized in the July 2009 Issue of Financial Advisor Magazine as one of the country’s leading Registered Investment Advisors. - November 30, 2009 - Rodgers & Associates
Frank Reed, Bremerton, WA Based Author, Speaks on Financial Principles from His Book "In God We Trust: Dollar$ & Sense" at Master Mind Mondays in Poulsbo, November 30
Frank Reed, the "Minister of Finance," and Bremerton-based author of "In God We Trust: Dollar$ & Sense" wants people to cast off their debt burdens and prosper. He'll speak about his Biblically-based money management principles for success at Master Mind Mondays at the Taprock Northwest Grill in Poulsbo, Monday, November 30, 2009, 5:15-6:15 PM. - November 28, 2009 - Master Mind Mondays
Money Habitudes Encourages Constructive Discussions About Money for the Holiday Season
Company behind popular Money Habitudes cards encourages people to think about money with a list of reasons specific to the upcoming holidays: Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Good conversations about money and finances happen when they are proactive and constructive. Assessing one's habits and attitudes related to money in a non-threatening manner can be an effective first step in handling larger issues. - November 27, 2009 - LifeWise
Daimer®'s New Green Chemicals Clean Both Carpet and Upholstery
Eco-Green® Carpet Care & Upholstery Cleaner penetrates and removes the toughest stains, including ink, blood and dairy. - November 26, 2009 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Company’s Technology Makes Applying for Colorado LEAP Simple and Fast. Littleton-Based Firm Provides Service Free for All Colorado Residents.
Colorado residents can now start the LEAP application process online. The service is provided free of charge by Littleton, Colorado software company, Efficient Forms. - November 23, 2009 - Efficient Forms
Eastbrook Homes Offers Free Tax Credit Downloads to Buyers in Today's Once-in-a-Lifetime Housing Market
Eastbrook Homes, a Michigan based home and community builder is offering home buyers quick,easy access to extended tax credit information to better use the price and financial advantages offered in the best home buyers market in recent memory. - November 22, 2009 - Eastbrook Homes, Inc.
New Book, Create Wealth with Homeownership, Teaches Home Buyers How to Avoid Foreclosure
The vast majority of homeowners facing foreclosure in our country’s current economic state could have avoided such a disaster if they had simply prepared themselves by having an emergency fund, buying a lesser expensive home, and living within their means. Regardless of the circumstances of... - November 21, 2009 - Create Wealth With Homeownership
On Thanksgiving, be Thankful and Provide a Feast Best Suited for Pets – Pet Insurance Association Provides Advisory
Pets ingesting rich and fatty foods, chocolates, or other unsuitable or unintended items, can create a thankless holiday visiting the veterinary emergency hospital. - November 11, 2009 - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
People’s Financial Advisor Tells You the Level of Risk You Should Assume in Your Investments
Technology enables middle-income American to benefit from the Cambridge Endogenous Factors based Risk Analysis that guided thousands of families to financial independence over the past 30 years. - November 06, 2009 - peoplesfinancialadvisor.com
Baton Rouge Single Mother Wins $10,000 in E Federal Credit Union Financial Makeover Competition
Kristi Smith of Walker, LA, a single mother of 2, made a $34,000 financial swing in the Lose To Win: Financial Edition competition. During the eight-month financial makeover competition, Smith and her family, reduced their debt by $22,000 and increased their savings by $12,000 and increased her credit score by 50 points. Combined, the four competing families made an $80,000 financial swing. - November 06, 2009 - E Federal Credit Union
AmTrust Bank Now Has Twenty-Five Branches in South Florida
AmTrust Bank celebrated its 26th South Florida branch opening with Grand Opening celebrations of their West Boynton Beach branch on Wednesday, October 21st. - November 05, 2009 - AmTrust Bank
Consumers Can't Afford Another Xmas
American consumers can’t afford another Xmas holiday like those to which they’ve become accustomed. Regardless of its religious or secular connotation, December 25th is a reason to spend money. In her book Dissing Xmas (splash’em LLC, ISBN 978-0-615-32892-8, $16.95), attorney... - November 03, 2009 - splash'em, LLC