Banking & Financial Services News
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Trust for Architectural Easements Hosts Orange Seminar on Financial Incentives for Historic Preservation
The Trust for Architectural Easements protects more than 800 historic properties in California, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Virginia, and Illinois. On Thursday, March 11th at 6:30 p.m., the Trust will host a seminar on the financial incentives for historic preservation. To RSVP, please email easements@architecturaltrust.org. - March 03, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Debt Shield Alerts Consumers to New Credit Card Rules and New Creditor Tactics
Award-winning debt settlement company outlines new credit card rules for consumers and alerts consumers to potential strategies in which creditors may recoup profit losses. - March 03, 2010 - Debt Shield, Inc.
Year Round Tax Preparation and Consulting Enhances
Year round Tax preparation and consulting enhances the access to qualified advice to those seeking and needing Tax assistance. Low income, student and senior discounts. - March 02, 2010 - Year Round Income Tax Service
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® Cites Five Most Important Tax Law Changes for 2010
Each year, taxpayers leave money on the table by failing to claim deductions and credits available to them when filing their annual tax returns. The Silver Spring, MD Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® office highlight the five most important tax law changes for 2010. “Many taxpayers are not... - March 02, 2010 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
More Residents Avoid Foreclosure Thanks to Success of Local Non-Profit Housing- and Credit-Counseling Program
Successful loan modifications through the federally funded Consumer Credit Counseling Service foreclosure-prevention program saw double-digit increases in 2009, according to numbers released this week by Program Director Bettye DeRamus. Lenders approved 65 percent, or 1,675, of the agency's... - March 01, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
Charles Dargan Appointed as CFO of Bluestone America
The appointment of Charles Dargan as CFO of Blusetone America was announced today. Mr. Dargan will head up management of all financial structures including accounting, finance, investment planning, mergers and acquisitions and structured debt instrument planning. Mr. Dargan brings a wealth of banking experience, most notably as banking director of Seidler Companies Inc. - February 27, 2010 - Bluestone America Inc.
William Soady Appointed as President of Bluestone America
William Soady has been appointed President of Bluestone America to provide additional project funding for asset based projects using high securitization methods. Mr. Soady brings over 30 years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies as well as other areas of finance and asset management including commercial real estate, insurance & annuities, banking & lending, management and marketing. - February 27, 2010 - Bluestone America Inc.
People’s Financial Advisor Assess Your Need for Life Insurance
Technology enables middle-income Americans to benefit from objective personalized assessment of Life Insurance needs. - February 27, 2010 - peoplesfinancialadvisor.com
Ecapay Announces Contribution to Wokai to Help Entrepreneurs in Rural China - Donations Will Help Provide Micro-Financing for Farmers
Ecapay Charity, the charity initiative of Ecapay, today announced a generous contribution to Wokai.org. Wokai is an online organization focused on providing micro-financing in China. Ecapay is an Asia Payment Gateway Solution Provider. This contribution expands an ongoing working relationship... - February 26, 2010 - Ecapay
Bluestone America Will Provide Longevity Asset Backed Global Bond Offering
Bluestone America launches its Longevity Asset backed global bond offering. It is an innovative approach to funding and securitizing asset based projects in a variety of new ways in both, foreign and domestic markets. The Longevity based Asset is the debt servicing component used; it is uninvolved in any speculative or derivative factors and is a 144A SEC registered corporate debt offering. - February 25, 2010 - Bluestone America Inc.
Bluestone America Announces the Offering of Its Preferred Wealth PPM
Bluestone America announces its Preferred Wealth PPM which offers instruments to ensure high ratio securitization of debt. The initial strategy of the new PPM is to buy and hold through maturity of US based portfolios called Longevity Assets. The PPM will be offered through two different debt instruments. - February 25, 2010 - Bluestone America Inc.
Bluestone America Opens Preferred Wealth Center
It is a great pleasure to announce the opening of the Bluestone Preferred Wealth Center, specializing in asset management, securitization, alternative funding, new asset class. The center also specializes in risk management, portfolio review, as well funding strategies for commercial real estate projects in both, long and short term. - February 25, 2010 - Bluestone America Inc.
CRE Credit Services introduces the "Circle of Restoration"
CRE Credit Services introduces it's "Circle of Restoration" to the financial world - February 24, 2010 - CRE Credit Services
FSCC Shared Branching Network Unveils New Look and Redesigned Website
FSCC Shared Branching Network, a credit union service organization, launched a new brand image and interactive website. The new website featured a media center, network operations, company profile, secure member log-in, and more. - February 24, 2010 - financial service centers cooperative, inc
Trust for Architectural Easements Offers Free Copies of Putnam Hill Walking Tour to Greenwich, CT Seminar Attendees
The Trust for Architectural Easements is a leading force in the preservation of architectural heritage in the United States. To RSVP for the Greenwich, Connecticut seminar or learn more about the Trust’s local preservation efforts, the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program and the donation process, contact the Trust at 1-888-831-2107 or visit www.architecturaltrust.org. - February 20, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Erie FCU Offers Free Seminar Open to the Public
A Free Seminar on First Time Home Buyer and Energy Tax Credits, sponsored by the Erie Federal Credit Union, invites consumers to learn how to take advantage of federal tax credits of up to $8,000 to buy a home; or receive up to $1,500 in tax credits for energy efficient home improvements. The Free... - February 20, 2010 - Erie Federal Credit Union
Jennifer & Gary Ricco of Keller Williams Along with Other Top Professionals Will be Hosting a Free Pre Foreclosure Homeowner Outreach Assistance Seminar on March 6, 2010
Wachovia Fast Track Short Sale Program for North Los Angeles Homeowners struggling with Wachovia, Golden West or World Savings loans. Here are some of the programs highlights: Approvals in 7-10 days, $2500 up to $5000 for moving expenses. Full release of lien and all deficiency issues waived. Average closing from start to finish: 48 business days. - February 16, 2010 - Jennifer & Gary Ricco Keller Williams VIP Properties e-PRO, WCR, QSC, Retired LAPD
ModUSAToday.com Launches Website to Help Consumers Save Thousands of Dollars by Completing Their Own Loan Modifications, Short Sales and Foreclosure Defense
ModUSAToday.com Launches Website to Help Consumers Save Thousands of Dollars by Completing Their Own Loan Modifications, Short Sales and Foreclosure Defense. ModUSAToday.com features Complete Do It Yourself Loan Modification, Do It Yourself Short Sale and Do It Yourself Foreclosure Prevention Kits. - February 16, 2010 - ModUSAToday
Naples-Based Legacy Family Office Introduces New Web Site
Legacy Family Office, a Naples-based family wealth office, launched a new Web site outlining its services, processes and resources for prospective clients. The site also includes a personalized secure site that allows clients to log in and view their investment accounts. “A multi-family... - February 13, 2010 - Legacy Family Office
Luxury San Diego Pawnbroker Buying More Silver & Platinum
Luxury pawnbroker San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB) now reports that an increasing number of San Diegans are pawning or selling their silver and platinum jewelry, watches, and coins. - February 13, 2010 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
Rentforyourvacation.com’s Homeowners Could be Losing $250,000 in Potential Vacation Rental Income Every Decade
Rentforyourvacation.com, a worldwide vacation rentals Website that specializes in connecting vacation home rentals by owners and managers with vacationers, is helping owners of secondary vacation homes, who do not currently rent out their home, realize that they may be sitting on a cash cow. - February 10, 2010 - RentforYourVacation
NorthStar Signs Agreement with Tillsonburg Hydro to Implement MeterSense
NorthStar Utilities Solutions continues their expansion into the Canadian MDM/R market with the selection of MeterSense by Tillsonburg Hydro. MeterSense is an Operational Data Store that will provide Tillsonburg Hydro with a comprehensive solution to monitor and validate their immediate smart meter rollout plan while supporting their goal of improving customer service. - February 06, 2010 - NorthStar Utilities Solutions
Author to Award Financial Assistance to Deserving Families
A Florida author is giving back to help families in need. With his new book, Saving Your American Dream, finance professional Jason Biro launches a campaign to provide direct financial assistance and one-on-one advice to help families save their homes and rebuild their finances. - February 05, 2010 - CRDG
RegaloCard Adds Leading Entertainment Venue in El Salvador to Its Mobile Payments Network
World Games Partners with RegaloCard Enabling Salvadorans in the US To Invite Their Family Out for a Days Entertainment While Avoiding Costly Money Transfer Fees. - February 04, 2010 - RegaloCard
Leading Home Improvement Retailer Joins the RegaloCard Mobile Payments Network In Guatemala
Construcentro A Leading National Home Improvement Chain in Guatemala Partners with RegaloCard Enabling Guatemalans to Avoid Costly Money Transfer Fees. - February 03, 2010 - RegaloCard
Hop Into Power Financial Credit Union on March 20 to Meet the Easter Bunny
South Florida's leading credit union opens its doors to host the Easter Bunny for free photos - February 03, 2010 - Power Financial Credit Union
Emergency Plan Should Include Financial Readiness, Advanced Preparation for the Unpredictable Can Pay Off
Don't panic. Be prepared. Although the Chicago area is not likely to endure the devastating effects of an earthquake, it is subject to its own set of impending natural disasters, like tornadoes and flooding. Consumer Credit Counseling Service, a program of Family Counseling Service of Aurora,... - February 01, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
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