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Prospect Financial Group, Inc. Ranks in Scotsman’s Top 25 Wholesale Lenders
Prospect Financial Group, Inc., a leader in the mortgage refinance industry, is proud to announce its recognition as a “Top Wholesale Lender” by Scotsman, the nation’s primary publication for mortgage rankings. This comes as Scotsman finalizes 2019’s metrics: Categories... - June 04, 2020 - Prospect Home Finance
The Romano Brothers and Rickey Biddle Close on the Refinance of a Multi-Family Asset in Conshohocken, PA During Global Epidemic
Pandemic notwithstanding, the partnership consisting of Jim Romano, Christopher Romano and Rickey Biddle has closed on the refinance of a newly renovated, fully leased multi-family complex located in Conshohocken, PA. - June 01, 2020 - Diligence Capital Advisors
Crescent Lenders Funds $1,150,000 Real Estate Refinance Deal for Property That Leases to Cannabis Shop
Crescent Lenders, a private money lending business located in Los Angeles, California, recently closed a refinance deal on a commercial office building located in Del Rey Oaks, California. The collateral is a two-story 5,870 square foot building on a 10,500 square foot lot (with ample parking) and... - May 29, 2020 - Crescent Lenders
Bay Equity Home Loans Donates $135,000 to Food Banks
Bay Equity and its employees are responding to the overwhelming need of food banks with a donation of $135,000. “In this pandemic, with more than 36 million Americans unemployed, the demand for food assistance in the United States has skyrocketed,” said Bay Equity Chief Executive... - May 28, 2020 - Bay Equity Home Loans
Prospect Financial Group, Inc. Celebrates Biggest Fiscal Month Ever
Upon final tally of closed loans (w/ loan brokerage fees) throughout April - last month at time of writing - April comes out on top. Prospect’s milestone comes after several months of COVID-19-related downsizing / business closures all across the U.S. - May 28, 2020 - Prospect Home Finance
Rain Instant Pay App Helping Furloughed Employees Get Their Money Sooner
With the Rain app, employees can start getting paid again from the first day they return to work, instead of having to wait two weeks to receive another paycheck. - May 23, 2020 - Rain
MetricStream and Compliance.ai Offer Enhanced Regulatory Change Management Solution for Financial Institutions
MetricStream platform integration with Compliance.ai now allows financial institutions to proactively manage the growing volume and velocity of regulatory changes. - May 18, 2020 - Compliance.ai
New Survey from Zolo Shows That Homebuyers May Have Hit Pause But Still Intend to Buy Property This Year
Almost half (47%) of homebuyers still plan on buying a home in the next five years and more than half (52%) want online and virtual tools to do their house-hunt. - May 18, 2020 - Zolo
1st Nations Reverse Mortgage Welcomes Ken Krajewski as Vice-President and Head of Reverse Mortgage Lending at 1st Nations Reverse Mortgage
1st Nations Reverse Mortgage, a division of Midwest Loan Solutions, Inc. NMLS 3042, based in Michigan, is doing business as both a retail and wholesale reverse mortgage lender throughout the U.S. 1st Nations Reverse continues to offer superior service on its reverse mortgage services by focusing on... - May 17, 2020 - University Lending Group
Don’t Fah-Get Home Improvements Has Earned the Accreditation as a Certified 203k Contractor®
Local contractor is using the U.S. Government’s FHA 203k Home Rehabilitation Loan program to rebuild its community one home at a time. - May 15, 2020 - 203k Contractor Certification Program
New Faces on Board at Trillium Capital Resources
Trillium Capital Resources is excited to welcome the newest member of the team, Ryan Griffith as an Associate for Commercial Real Estate Financing. He will be working closely with Brent Shryock and Scott Taccati by assisting in finding solutions for their clients with an emphasis on debt placement... - May 14, 2020 - Trillium Capital Resources
Trillium Capital Resources Arranges Funding for 8 Multifamily Projects in Florida, Georgia and Tennessee
Trillium Capital Resources announces the recent successful funding of 8 multifamily projects consisting of 334 units located in Georgia, Florida and Tennessee for five borrowers. The funding consisted of 2 of the properties through existing banking partnership and 6 through its Agency partners. - May 14, 2020 - Trillium Capital Resources
Progress Capital Arranges $14.5 Million Construction Loan for Self-Storage Project
Kathy Anderson arranged a $14.5 Million construction loan for Dino Tomassetti, managing member of 1 Holland, LLC. The property is located at 1 Terminal Road in Lyndhurst, NJ and when completed, will include 950 self-storage units that will be managed under the Life Storage banner. The Borrower... - May 13, 2020 - Progress Capital
CogniFrame Announces "Financial Services Operating Layer" Built on Top of Quantum Cloud
Using Hybrid Quantum to power complex Optimization and Simulation solutions for Financial Services. - May 11, 2020 - CogniFrame Inc
Spencer Savings Bank Donates $100,000 to NJ Hospitals Battling The Coronavirus Pandemic
Spencer Savings Bank recently made a $100,000 donation to support NJ hospitals battling the coronavirus pandemic. A donation of $50,000 was made to Hackensack University Medical Center in Bergen County and Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Union County. “We are so grateful to Spencer... - May 06, 2020 - Spencer Savings Bank
Jennifer Lang Financial Services Launches New eBook to Tackle the Financial Planning Issues of Women
Women have unique financial needs. This eBook serves to help women with tips and guidance to maximize growth and protect retirement capital. - May 03, 2020 - Jennifer Lang Financial Services, LLC.
SelFin Partners with Innovative Assessments to Help Increase Credit Access for Indian MSMEs
SelFin and Innovative Assessments have signed a partnership agreement to collaborate with regards to improving the financial inclusion of micro-enterprises in India using psychometric analysis. - April 24, 2020 - Innovative Assessments
Preminen India, Operating Under Brand Name GoSahi.com, Planning to Raise Capital in the Next 10-12 Months
Gurugram based Preminen Price Comparison India Pvt. Ltd. which launched GoSahi.com, its maiden portal in the Indian marketplace during mid-2019, is looking to raise capital within the next 9-12 months, in an effort to fuel future growth. The GoSahi.com platform serves as a matchmaker between the... - April 23, 2020 - Preminen Price Comparison Pvt Ltd
Prospect Financial Group, Inc. Loan Officers Coby Camerer, Jessie Beckett, and Russ Schlehuber Rank in Scotsman’s Top 150 Mortgage Producers
Prospect Financial Group, Inc., a leader in the mortgage refinance industry, recognizes its Loan Officers Coby Camerer, Jessie Beckett, and Russ Schlehuber for ranking among the top 150 officers in the country, as awarded by Scotsman Guide. Scotsman is an industry leading publication for mortgage... - April 18, 2020 - Prospect Home Finance
Approved Mortgage and Absolute Lending Logistics Donate Meals to Front Line Workers at Hospital
Approved Mortgage, Central Indiana’s largest and oldest locally owned mortgage company, partnered with Absolute Lending Logistics to donate individually pre-packaged meals for front line workers at Saint Francis South-Cancer Center and Hospital with a to safe and controlled drop-off and pick-up. - April 18, 2020 - Approved Mortgage Corporation
GetBucks Adds Innovative Assessments’ New Credit Scoring Technology
GetBucks (Pty) Ltd., part of the Finclusion Group and a South African company focusing on digital financial and insurance solutions, have signed a partnership agreement with Innovative Assessments International, Ltd. (“IA”) to promote financial inclusion and extend more credit to those... - April 15, 2020 - Innovative Assessments
COVID-19 Upends Small Business Owners; National Credit Partners Can Help
The unexpected crisis posed by the coronavirus pandemic has created unimaginable problems for small business owners who are overwhelmed with business debt. National Credit Partners offers a win/win solution. - April 14, 2020 - National Credit Partners
PCV Murcor Makes Donations to Hospitals Combating COVID-19
In appreciation of all essential workers facing COVID-19, PCV Murcor has made donations to two hospitals fighting the pandemic. - April 12, 2020 - PCV Murcor
Introducing Prospect Home Finance, Inc.'s Top Loan Officers for Quarter 1, 2020
Prospect Home Finance, Inc., a leader in the mortgage refinance industry, is proud to introduce its top loan officers for Q1: Jessie Beckett and Russ Schlehuber. This recognition is determined by a wide variety of metrics, including total closed loans, loan submits, submit-to-close ratios, turn... - April 12, 2020 - Prospect Home Finance
The Private Client Group OC Explains Loan Strategies to Real Estate Investors; A Newport Beach Single Family Residence Case Study
Orange County residents are getting inundated with emails discussing low interest rate loan programs but it is not clear, what in fact, would be their monthly payment. Low interest rates increase buying power and this case study outlines a great investment opportunity using three different loan strategies. - April 01, 2020 - Qodeshart
Zolo’s Analysis on the Impact of COVID-19 on the Greater Toronto Housing Market
As we try to grapple with the immediate and prolonged impact of COVID-19 on the GTA's housing economy, most of us look to the data, a way of quantifying the near- and long-term impact of this devastating pandemic. But real estate sales activity is a lagging indicator, and price adjustments can take even longer. To get a handle on the current crisis, Zolo examined 20 years of sales data for the Greater Toronto Area. The ultimate take-away: The housing market will bounce back. - March 31, 2020 - Zolo
Scrooger - New Independent Financial Comparison Platform - Has Launched
Scrooger is a completely independent comparison platform and information service. It's a place where you can find the best deals and learn how to save and earn more money. - March 31, 2020 - Scrooger
Zolo Offers Tips on Planning and Getting Life Insurance During COVID-19 Pandemic
To help figure out life insurance needs, how much coverage to get, and whether or not it’s even possible to get a policy, Zolo created a mini-guide. - March 27, 2020 - Zolo
COVID-19: Top Estate Planning Tips from Zolo
A guide to help Canadians figure out how much a death costs, whether or not an online will is sufficient, if life insurance is necessary or not, and when to review estate planning documents - March 26, 2020 - Zolo
Zolo Offers Tips for How Landlords Can Help Tenants During COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic will impact virtually every financial sector in Canada. As a landlord, it's time to take stock of what you need to do to protect your rental property while figuring out how to help your tenants. For most, it starts with a letter (or phone call). - March 25, 2020 - Zolo
Zolo Offers 8 Tips When Facing Mortgage Payment Problems Due to COVID-19
Landlords won’t qualify for mortgage deferral relief and many homeowners will also be shut out from this option. Here are 8 tips to help property owners to continue making their mortgage payments (and avoid default, and losing their home). - March 25, 2020 - Zolo
Zolo's COVID-19 Outbreak Response: Open Letter to Our Customers, Clients and Colleagues
It is a trying and stressful time for all people in Canada. Things change daily and sometimes hourly. Governments on all levels, federal, provincial, and municipal, continue to find solutions and opportunities to help us all. Given their role as a tech-disruptor, Zolo was well positioned to transition to a business model that limited in-person contact and supported work-at-home strategies. - March 24, 2020 - Zolo
Spencer Savings Bank Helps Eva’s Village Coach Its Job Seeking Community with Mock Job Fair Participation
Spencer Savings Bank, a leading New Jersey-based community bank, recently spent the morning in Paterson helping Eva’s Village coach its job seeking community with participation in a mock job fair. Employees, posing as hiring managers, interviewed clients and provided feedback on both... - March 12, 2020 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Announces Relocation of Financial Center in Union, N.J.
Spencer Savings Bank, a leading New Jersey-based community bank, is pleased to announce that it will be relocating its Union Financial Center at 1331 Magie Avenue to 1350 Galloping Hill Road (in the Galloping Hill Center). The new location, approximately one mile away from the current one, is a... - March 11, 2020 - Spencer Savings Bank
Locust Park Capital Arranges $1.6M Acquisition Loan for Jacksonville Multi-Family Building
Locust Park Capital has arranged a $1.6 million dollar loan for the acquisition of a two-story 16 unit multi-family building in Jacksonville Florida. The building was one hundred percent leased at the time of the transaction. The buyer intends to complete capital improvements to escalate rents to... - March 05, 2020 - Locust Park Capital
NexWest Capital Announces a New Way to Finance Equipment Purchases
NexWest Capital is an alternative lender that provides term loans, lines of credit and commercial real estate loans and has a loan specialist who works with you throughout the loan process. NexWest Capital can lend to all the major industries, and its qualifications aren't as stringent as some of the other lenders. NexWest Capital breaks its commercial loans down into term loans, revolving lines of credit, equipment financing and commercial real estate loans. - March 02, 2020 - NexWest, Inc.
NexWest Capital Announces Loans for Dentists with an Existing Practice
NexWest Capital is an alternative small business lender that provides term loans, lines of credit and commercial real estate loans and has a loan specialist who works with you throughout the loan process. NexWest Capital can lend to all the major industries, and its qualifications aren't as stringent as some of the other lenders. NexWest Capital breaks its commercial loans down into term loans, revolving lines of credit, equipment financing and commercial real estate loans. - March 02, 2020 - NexWest, Inc.
Prospect Financial Group, Inc. Announces New "Loan Officer Spotlight" Videos
As part of a new emphasis on video marketing, Prospect Financial has begun conducting regular interviews with its many loan officers. The videos discuss each loan officer’s specific outlook on the mortgage industry, best practices for successful borrower relationships, and how Prospect stands out. - March 01, 2020 - Prospect Home Finance
Spencer Savings Bank’s Carmen Rivera, Vice President and Market Manager, Honored by Groundwork Elizabeth with "Outstanding Conservation Partner" Award
Spencer Savings Bank, a leading New Jersey-based community bank, is excited to announce that Carmen Rivera, Vice President and Market Manager, was recently honored with the “Outstanding Conservation Partner Award” by Groundwork Elizabeth. The presentation took place on February 19 at... - February 28, 2020 - Spencer Savings Bank
Fast Tax Service Center of East Orlando Offers Complementary Bahama Cruise with the Filling of Taxes in 2020
The pressure, the stress and the headaches that have been associated with tax season inspired Fast Tax Service Center of East Orlando to compliment every client with the choice of a cruise for the entire family. Fast Tax Service Center of East Orlando is here to serve with nothing less than excellence this 2020 Tax Season. - February 26, 2020 - Fast Tax of East Orlando
King Industrial Realty Represents Highest Number of SIOR Brokers in Atlanta
In February, 2020, Randall Bryan, Vice President, King Industrial Realty in Atlanta, Georgia became the ninth (9th) King Industrial broker to earn membership status in to the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR). According to the Georgia Chapter of SIOR, with Bryan’s addition to... - February 24, 2020 - King Industrial Realty, Inc.
Spencer Savings Bank Invites Public to Have "Coffee With A Cop"
Spencer Savings Bank, a leading New Jersey-based community bank, would like to invite local residents and businesses to join them for "Coffee With A Cop." The free event will take place from 10am – 1 pm on Monday, February 24 at the Spencer Financial Center in Garfield, located on... - February 22, 2020 - Spencer Savings Bank
Cal Coast Credit Union Opens Newest Branch in University City
California Coast Credit Union has opened its 26th branch in San Diego's University City Neighborhood. A Grand Opening will be held Feb. 29 from 10am to 1:30pm with food, fun and prizes. - February 20, 2020 - California Coast Credit Union
Tax Deductions for Tradesmen by Fast Tax Service Center
Experienced artisans, from computer service technicians to mechanics and workers, can request deductions on the costs incurred by their work at tax time to reduce their tax burden. - February 20, 2020 - Fast Tax of East Orlando
Spencer Savings Bank Welcomes Rich Vaill as Vice President and Business Development Officer Team Leader, Grows Retail Banking Business Team
Spencer Savings Bank, a leading New Jersey-based community bank, recently announced the expansion of its Retail Banking Business team with the addition of a new business development team leader. The bank recently hired Vice President Richard Vaill as Business Development Officer Team Leader. With... - February 15, 2020 - Spencer Savings Bank
Mars Bank Celebrates Opening of Grove City Banking Center
Mars Bank board and management celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce and local dignitaries at the new Mars Bank Grove City Banking Center located at 109 South Broad Street in Grove City. The ribbon cutting culminated the redevelopment and build out of the new... - February 06, 2020 - Mars Bank
Chris Topping Joins 504 Capital Corporation
Chris Topping has joined mission-based lender 504 Capital Corporation as a Business Development Officer to provide SBA 504 financing to small business owners in Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Washington, DC, West Virginia and parts of rural Pennsylvania. Prior to joining 504 Capital, Chris... - February 01, 2020 - 504 Capital Corporation
Spencer Savings Bank Announces the Re-Election of Two Board Members at Annual Meeting
Spencer Savings Bank, a leading New Jersey-based community bank, has announced the re-election of Nicholas Lorusso and Barry Minkin to the bank’s Board of Directors, for a term of three years. The election was announced at its Annual Meeting, held at the Royal Manor in Garfield, on January 23... - January 31, 2020 - Spencer Savings Bank
Local Business Owner Talibah Bayles Named to NSBA Leadership Council
Talibah Bayles, Founder & CEO of TMB Tax & Financial Services, was recently named to the National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council. NSBA is the nation’s oldest small-business advocacy organization, and operates on a staunchly nonpartisan basis. Bayles, a... - January 23, 2020 - TMB Tax & Financial Services Benefit Corporation
The Grand Opening of Fast Tax of East Orlando
Fast Tax Service Center is proud to announce the grand opening of the Fast Tax Service Center of East Orlando. Located at 7318 East Colonial Drive, Orlando Florida 32708, with a dedicated team of tax professionals to help the community with maximizing their Income Tax Returns in 2020. Fast Tax Service Center of East Orlando is your Tax Return Specialist. - January 20, 2020 - Fast Tax of East Orlando