Banking & Financial Services News
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Record Data Breaches, Consumers Urged to Safeguard Identity
As data breaches and reports of identity theft soar, so does the need for consumers to know what is being reported to their credit files. - March 01, 2009 - National Financial Awareness Network, Inc.
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.
Unemployed May Recover 401k Losses from Their Employer
Research reveals a hidden “loophole” in government regulations that may allow (un)employed workers to recover financial losses in 401K plans from their (ex)employers. - February 26, 2009 - Foundation for Financial Freedom
Bills.com: New Budget Plan Helps Make New Year Resolutions Possible
A few weeks ago, many Americans created New Year's resolutions that revolved around their money -- and now Bills.com president Ethan Ewing is offering five ways for individuals to create a budget that can make those resolutions stick. "A spending plan is also known as a budget," Ewing... - February 22, 2009 - Bills.com, LLC
Freedom Financial Network Partners with Glow Foundation
Freedom Financial Network LLC (FFN), and Glow Foundation have launched a partnership to help high-potential, under-resourced high school students in the Bay Area bridge the gap to college education. - February 21, 2009 - Freedom Debt Relief
Consumers Urged to Comment on Bank Overdraft Rules Before March 30
Banks can currently enroll consumers in expensive automatic overdraft protection services without active consent. The Federal Reserve is calling for public comments on proposed rules designed to curb this practice. - February 19, 2009 - National Financial Awareness Network, Inc.
Prosper Inc. Announces Partnership with Debt Elimination Guru JJ Childers
Prosper, a distance education company based in Utah, has partnered with debt elimination expert JJ Childers to offer his expertise in one-to-one mentoring programs. - February 19, 2009 - Prosper Inc.
Debt Shield Executive Warns Consumers About CCC Limitations
Statistics confirm that credit counseling cannot help many consumers with overwhelming debt. Debt settlement company CEO alerts consumers to the restrictions and limitations of credit counseling. - February 19, 2009 - Debt Shield, Inc.
Bills.com: Alternative to Filing Bankruptcy Due to Medical Expenses
Bills.com Comments on Harvard Study Citing High Medical Expenses as Cause for High U.S. Bankruptcy Filings. - February 19, 2009 - Bills.com, LLC
PTI Securities & Futures LP Announces 2008 Results for Its Protected Index Program®
PTI Securities & Futures L.P., a leading Chicago-based securities and money management firm, announced today that its S&P 500 Protected Index Program® had a 4.94 percent loss for the year ending Dec. 31, 2008. This compares to a 36.52 percent loss by the S&P 500 Index for the same... - February 18, 2009 - PTI Securities & Futures LP
London and Country Customers Save £5.9m in Broker Fees
L&C Mortgages, the UK's largest mortgage broker has calculated that its commitment to no fee, whole of market broking saved its customers at least £5.9m in broker fees in 2008. - February 18, 2009 - London & Country
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.
Newly Released Living Budget Pro 2009 Offers Budgeting Help for People Struggling in This Economy
This slow economy is causing people to rethink their spending, and develop budgets to weather the storm. Unfortunately, budgets and budgeting programs have not been an overriding success for individuals, and have caused some to shy away. Living budgets provide a new level of visibility making it easier for individuals to see their income potential, and thusly set achievable goals. - February 14, 2009 - CLB Systems LLC
Confessions of a Smart Shopaholic
Price!pinx (www.PricePinx.com), an online social shopping service, launched the Smart Shopper initiative to collect shopping and money savings tips from shoppers. All tips collected will be featured on Price!pinx and also published on a popular social-blogging site. - February 13, 2009 - Price!pinx
Place Trade Financial Celebrates Seven Years in the Triangle
Sarah M. Place, President & CEO of Place Trade Financial, Inc., [Member FINRA, SIPC], (www.placetrade.com), a global full service financial services and online trading firm, announced that the firm is celebrating seven years in the Triangle along with plans to increase the number of Financial... - February 13, 2009 - Place Trade Financial, Inc.
BPE Coaching Launches Money Coaching Service in Dorset
Money Coaching – a tool to help people make the most of their money during the recession and beyond. This service is being launched by BPE Coaching in Weymouth, Dorset, UK. - February 13, 2009 - BPE Coaching
Los Angeles Foreclosures Down 49 Percent from December 2008; Miami Foreclosures Increase by 58 Percent and New York City by 64 Percent Says Propertyshark.com Report
In the January 2009 Foreclosure Report by PropertyShark.com, Los Angeles foreclosures were down 49% from December 2008, Miami foreclosures increased by 58%, New York City by 64%, and new scheduled foreclosures in Seattle spiked 300%. - February 11, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Fair Debt Collection Laws Protect Financially Struggling Consumers
Unemployment spells financial distress for consumers and more unpaid credit card accounts. As creditors turn accounts over to debt collections, consumers need to become aware of fair debt collection laws to guard against abuses. - February 11, 2009 - National Financial Awareness Network, Inc.
Primerica Urges Clients to Get Proper Insurance Protection
In today’s uncertain economic climate, the last thing families need is to be financially vulnerable. Homeowner’s insurance and life insurance are two key areas that many clients overlook or undervalue. Primerica, a financial services industry leader, encourages clients to review their coverage to make sure their homes and income are adequately protected. - February 11, 2009 - Primerica Financial Services
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
Debt Shield Saves $17 Million for Clients in 2008
Consumers saved $17 million in 2008 with Debt Shield, an award-winning debt settlement company. - January 31, 2009 - Debt Shield, Inc.
New Social Trends Are Calling for Retirees to Begin Planning Ahead Sooner
Retirement in the 21st century is a new concept. The transition from full time work to full time retirement is a stage in life that may take many years. It is time to start imagining your life with a thirty year bonus. Certified Retirement/Life Coach Maurine Patten shares the five common risks of retirement and how to avoid them. - January 31, 2009 - Patten Coaching
Debt Shield Celebrates National Mentoring Month with Big Brothers Big Sisters
Debt Shield employees participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program. - January 31, 2009 - Debt Shield, Inc.
State Farm Florida Clients Are Welcome at Cannella Insurance Services, Inc
Cannella Insurance Services, Inc of Tampa is ready to welcome all State Farm clients effected by State Farm’s recent announcement to non-renew property policies in Florida. Owner, Joseph Cannella stated, "This announcement has prompted us to ramp up or quoting capacity." As for... - January 30, 2009 - Cannella Insurance Services, Inc.
New Mortgage Website Answers Over 200 Questions That Consumers Have Regarding All Aspects of Home Financing
The mortgage landscape is changing daily, so much so, that many people, including those that may want to inquire about financing are hesitant, or intimated to, thinking that their options have all but gone away. Martin Sloan, Loan Officer with Lake in the Hills based Milestone Mortgage, after... - January 30, 2009 - Milestone Mortgage
Liberty Tax Service Offers February Slumber Party - Overnight Hours For Early Filers
Restless taxpayers due a refund can dodge the early-filers rush and have their taxes prepared overnights at the Liberty Tax Service office located at 3048 Goodman Road W in Horn Lake. The Liberty Tax office will be open 24 hours a day from 7 a.m. on February 2nd through midnight on February 4th. - January 28, 2009 - Liberty Tax Service - Horn Lake, MS
Liberty Tax Service Holds Grand Opening in Horn Lake
Liberty Tax Service, the fastest growing tax service ever is opening a new office in Horn Lake. The new Liberty Tax is located at 3048 Goodman Road W., and is open Monday – Friday from 7am to 9pm and Saturday – Sunday from 12pm to 6pm during tax season. There will be a Grand Opening... - January 28, 2009 - Liberty Tax Service - Horn Lake, MS
Christian Theology Supports Financial Responsibility
Emily Mann’s newly published workbook, First You Dream, A Financial Management Workbook, blends Christian theology with financial management basics. People tend to learn these two disciplines separately, and do not often recognize how financial responsibility is tied to being all that you can... - January 28, 2009 - First You Dream
No. 1 New Year's Resolutions Helped by Online Seminar
The majority of Americans want to get out of debt in 2009, and there is help for those unsure how. - January 28, 2009 - National Financial Awareness Network, Inc.
SDJB Explains Business Model for Buying and Selling Used Jewelry, Watches, and Diamonds
San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB) has issued an explanation of its customer service and business model for buying and selling pre-owned luxury items. - January 28, 2009 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
New Jersey Foreclosures Up Only .95% Over Q4 2007, and Down 34% from Q3 2008; Essex, Bergen, Union and Monmouth Counties Had the Most New Foreclosures in Q4 2008
PropertyShark.com released its quarterly report covering first-time residential foreclosures in New Jersey for Q4 2008. New Jersey Foreclosures were up only .95% over Q4 2007, and were down 34% from Q3 2008; Essex, Bergen, Union and Monmouth counties had the most new foreclosures in Q4 2008. Sussex, Union, and Passaic counties had the highest rate of foreclosures per household in Q4 2008. - January 27, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Kristan Leatherman, Creator of RaisingMillionaireBabies.com, Teams Up with Love and Logic Institute's Jim Fay to Help Parents Teach Their Kids About Money
Love and Logic facilitator, Kristan Leatherman teams up with Love and Logic’s Jim Fay to help parents teach their kids about money. Their new book entitled, "Millionaire Babies or Bankrupt Brats? Love and Logic Solutions to Teaching Kids About Money" is getting praise from parents and the press. - January 27, 2009 - RaisingMillionaireBabies.com
Maryland Woman Sees Debt-Free Future with Mentoring from Prosper Inc.
Larson of Silver Spring, Md., plans to have no credit-card or car-loan debt in three years, thanks to the support of Utah-based Prosper Inc. - January 24, 2009 - Prosper Inc.
Penn Man Reduces Debt by $50K in One Year with Mentoring from Prosper Inc.
Ed Myers of Washington Crossing, PA, has eliminated $53,000 in debt in one year thanks to the personal mentoring of Utah-based Prosper Inc. - January 24, 2009 - Prosper Inc.
Connexus Credit Union Opens New Branch in Fairfield, Ohio
On January 19, 2009, Connexus Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of their new branch within the Liberty Mutual building at 9450 Seward Road, Fairfield, Ohio. Connexus’ new branch will be staffed from 8:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. In addition, an ATM and a... - January 22, 2009 - Connexus Credit Union
Primerica Presents Four Tips for Creating an Emergency Fund
Financial experts recommend having an emergency fund of at least three to six months’ savings. Primerica, a financial services industry leader, offers four key tips clients can follow to start building a financial safety net. - January 22, 2009 - Primerica Financial Services
Debt Shield Urges Consumers to Get Free Annual Credit Report
Consumer reminder about importance of free annual credit report from Debt Shield, an award-winning debt settlement company. - January 22, 2009 - Debt Shield, Inc.
New Calculator Shows DIY Debt Settlement Savings
Personal finance company publishes online calculator consumers can use to estimate the savings they can realize through do-it-yourself debt settlement as compared to professional debt settlement services. - January 21, 2009 - National Financial Awareness Network, Inc.
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
Understanding the "Carbon Footprint" Hype
Green entrepreneur & businessman, Declan Pritchard, publishes his first book to help the average family save money by implementing simple and consequence free home efficiency methods. He has self-published the book online to provide widespread and affordable access. - January 20, 2009 - Declan Pritchard
Mitigation America, LLC Announces the Launch of Its Debt Solution Interface
Mitigation America, LLC announces the launch of its debt solution interface. As a professional debt negotiation company, Mitigation America will help consumers adequately negotiate both unsecured and secured debt. Negotiated debts include, but are not limited to: Mortgages, Credit Cards, Medical... - January 18, 2009 - Mitigation America, LLC
Self-Help Debt Kit Now Comes with Multimedia Online Courses
Popular Do-It-Yourself Debt Settlement Audio Seminar now includes enrollment into the new Debt Relief University, the multimedia, interactive learning environment for people wanting to get out of debt. - January 15, 2009 - National Financial Awareness Network, Inc.
Karen Gaylord Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
Karen Gaylord CPA, CLU, ChFC of Long & Foster Realtors Bel Air Central has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area... - January 14, 2009 - Long & Foster Realtors
One Technologies Expands Into United Kingdom Credit Report and Identity Theft Prevention Markets
One Technologies, a leading U.S. based provider of online credit reporting, monitoring and identity theft prevention services, launches FreeCreditReport.co.uk—an innovative new website for residents of the United Kingdom. The latest economic news and identity theft statistics prove that... - January 10, 2009 - FreeCreditReport.co.uk
Webtel.mobi’s Ultra-Low Cost Mobile Call and Text Service Growing Strongly in International Popularity and Use
Webtel.mobi’s ultra-low cost mobile calling and texting service – which cuts mobile calling and texting costs by up to 80% worldwide – is being adopted by users in all countries and market sectors. - January 05, 2009 - Webtel.mobi
The Law Office of James Burns Provides a Quick Fix Trust for an IRA That Leaves Retirement Savings Protected for Generations
James Burns, an attorney and author uses a specialized trust as a quick fix for individual retirement accounts that can protect them from creditors and family members with poor spending habits. - January 03, 2009 - James Burns
Loan Modification Infomercials Go Nationwide
F9 Group has teamed up with MVT Productions to provide television marketing for new and established Loan Modification companies nationwide. F9 Group has established an effective marketing plan for Loan Modification companies seeking to help mitigate foreclosure losses and seek out those that are... - January 02, 2009 - F9 Group, Inc.
MB Trading Adds Independent Investment Research Services
MB Trading (“MBT”), a financial services company, announced today that it has added a leading investment research package to its list of offerings. Provided daily by Trading Central, the service will be free to MB Trading clients who have a live account. It includes research and... - December 24, 2008 - MB Trading
Lenders Gear Up to Offer Mortgage Loan Modifications with a Catch… No Mortgage Loan Document Audit Legal Recourse
Borrowers will be facing a veritable landslide of Loan Modification offers from lenders with waiver of rights clauses, according to some Florida real estate attorneys. With mortgage loan document audits fast becoming the favorite tool of Loan modification companies and attorney throughout the nation, the lenders are attempting to pare their losses. Mortgage loan document audit firms like Florida based MitiGroup, LLC have seen their business grow in the past month from loan mod companies. - December 24, 2008 - MitiGroup, LLC