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President’s Memos Can Now be Viewed on Capital-Corp-Merchant-Banking.com
The first in a series of news and notes of the financial world as viewed by its author, Mr. Gilles Herard Jr, are available for review. - January 17, 2010 - Capital Corp Merchant Banking
Envision Capital Management CEO Marilyn Cohen to Appear on Winning Strategies January 15, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. ET
Marilyn Cohen, CEO of Envision Capital Management, will appear on Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies (formerly Corporate Strategies) www.winningstrategies.net this Friday, January 15, 2010 at 10:00 ET. Marilyn has been a Forbes magazine columnist and is a sought after expert appearing on... - January 15, 2010 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
God’s Green America Honors African Leaders
God’s Green Africa, a division of God’s Green America, announced today a call for nominations for its “Change Africa, Change the World” Leadership Awards. Winners will be announced in October 2010 and championed in a book, “Change Africa, Change the World”... - January 15, 2010 - God's Green America
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
Franklin Templeton Leases 80,448 Square Feet at Stiles' 300 Las Olas Place
Franklin Templeton to occupy Stiles' former headquarters in one of 2009's largest commercial real estate deals in Fort Lauderdale. - January 14, 2010 - Stiles
Capital Corp Merchant Banking and Gilles Herard Jr Launch President’s Memo Website
The website is dedicated informational landscape of the financial world through the viewpoint of Mr. Gilles Herard Jr. - January 13, 2010 - Capital Corp Merchant Banking
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
Pawnee Leasing Corporation Announces the Hiring of Wayne Woolley as Vice President and Credit Manager
Wayne Woolley replaces retiring Credit Manager, Jerry Reeves, who has served in his capacity since 1999. - January 11, 2010 - Pawnee Leasing Corporation
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
Mercantile Capital Corp. Reports 12.8 Percent Jump in Commercial Lending Volume in 2009
Mercantile Capital Corporation, the Altamonte Springs firm that ranks as one of the largest providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans in the nation, reported it saw a 12.8 percent increase in lending volume in 2009 over 2008 dollar volume totals. - January 10, 2010 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
CoSign My Lease Offers a Rental Payment Guaranty to Landlords with Risky Renters
A Texas based company, CoSign My Lease, is using an insurance model to offer landlords financial protection for renting to risky renters. - January 09, 2010 - CoSign My Lease
San Diego Jewelry Buyers Offers Phoenix Arizona Service
San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB) has announced that it is purchasing luxury estate assets from jewelry owners in Phoenix, Arizona and other select cities in the state. - January 07, 2010 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
President Obama’s Jobs Initiative a Small Step in the Right Direction, Says Mercantile Capital Corporation President Chris Hurn
Christopher Hurn, president of Mercantile Capital Corporation, the region’s most active provider of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, appeared on Fox Business News recently to comment on President... - January 07, 2010 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Mercantile Capital Corp. Reports More Than $13 Million in Total Projects for November, Over $81 Million Volume for 2009
Mercantile Capital Corporation, the Altamonte Springs firm that ranks as one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, reports it closed on seven commercial property... - January 07, 2010 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Credilife® an Innovative New Company; Establishing New Credit Regardless of Your Past Credit History
For those who have recently experienced a financial set back due to the recession, there is a way to get back on track financially and restore your credit and finances. It is not credit repair or anything that is has been available on the market until now. It is a fresh new approach to helping people who are ready to get back on their feet. - January 06, 2010 - Credilife, Inc
Capital Corp Merchant Banking Introduces New Website to Assist in Project Financing
For those seeking international project financing and Debt/Equity funding, a new resource that will assist them in their pursuit has come online. - January 06, 2010 - Capital Corp Merchant Banking
San Diego Jewelry Buyers Extends VIP Curb to Office Service to All Clients
Luxury pawnbroker San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB) has announced that it is offering VIP curb to office service to all customers selling their gold, fine jewelry, diamonds, and watches with the company. - January 05, 2010 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
USADirect.americanbusinessdirect Offers Western Maryland New Foreclosure Assistance Information Technology Program Led by Area Businessman Vikram Vasud
With so many Americans heading down the foreclosure road, USADirect.americanbusinessdirect - lead by Vikram Vasud - is proud to offer new cutting edge technology in foreclosure assistance - December 31, 2009 - American Business Direct
UnitedProsperity.Org Launches Gift Certificates
Another Step by a Person-to-Person Microloan Guarantee Organization to Combat Extreme Global Poverty - December 31, 2009 - UnitedProsperity.org
DIY Loan Modification Software – An Offering by Mortgage Solution
Mortgage Solutions Financial Services Inc. is a Florida based Licensed Correspondent Lender that has also been approved as an FHA lender by the HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. - December 31, 2009 - Mortgage Solutions Financial Services Inc.
San Diego Pawnbroker Helps Businesses with Bridge Loans
San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB) is reporting increasing numbers of collateral bridge loans to San Diego County's high net worth entrepreneurs and small business owners. According to Carl Blackburn, co-owner of SDJB, the increase is not only because the tight economy is causing some local businesses... - December 30, 2009 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
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.
Freedom Debt Relief Offers Tips to Avoid Holiday Credit Card Debt Overindulgence
Americans are on right track, but must remain vigilant to stay out of credit card debt. - December 22, 2009 - Freedom Financial Network
enTrust & Title Launches Real Estate Title Conveyance Services as a Neutral Third Party in UAE
The UAE e-Government initiative has attracted the Silicon Valley entrepreneurs to create the world’s first high technology real estate title conveyance services Company in Dubai. “The operating principle of enTrust & Title group of companies is to provide complete transparency, simplicity, speed and security in any real estate transaction by acting as a neutral third party intermediary,” said Aziz Valliani, Chairman and CEO of enTrust & Title Ltd. - December 22, 2009 - enTrust & Title
Michael Connolly Appointed to Alternative Motors Board of Directors
In addition to serving as a Director on the Alternative Motors Board, Michael Connolly is the Founder of Mount Juliet Ventures. As Founder of Mount Juliet Ventures, Mr. Connolly utilizes his more than 25 years of experience to help business leaders and owners create exceptional value for companies... - December 18, 2009 - Alternative Motors, Inc.
Foreclosure Response Team to Participate in MBA’s National Mortgage Servicing Conference & Expo 2010 as Premier “Diamond” Sponsor
The Foreclosure Response Team, a market driven Short Sale solution that is made up of a national Realtor network with advanced short sale technology, training and expert loss mitigation support will be participating as an exhibitor and premier “Diamond” sponsor at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) National Mortgage Servicing Conference & Expo; the premier gathering for servicing professionals. Held from February 23-26 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego, Calif. - December 18, 2009 - Foreclosure Response Team
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
Hard Money NYC Closes a $160,000 Bridge Loan in Just 4 Days
Hard Money NYC (www.hardmoneynyc.com), a private money lender specializing in commercial real estate financing, announced that it has closed a short term loan on a mixed use property in Bronx, New York in just 4 days. The borrower had felt the effects of the bad economy all year round, and was in... - December 15, 2009 - Hard Money NYC
Electronic Merchant Systems Selects SparkBase
Electronic Merchant Systems Selects SparkBase to Power Its New "Altus Premier" Gift Card Platform. - December 14, 2009 - SparkBase LLC
Christmas Suprise Giveaway
LowVARates is providing up to $250 of Christmas presents for a fortunate military family. To nominate a family, please submit a 200 word essay to PR@LowVARates.com stating why the military family should win the contest. - December 12, 2009 - Low VA Rates
First Houston Capital CIO Richard Leader to Appear on Winning Strategies December 11, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. ET
Richard Leader, Chief Investment Officer of First Houston Capital, will appear on Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies (formerly Corporate Strategies) this Friday, December 11, 2009 at 9:00 ET. He is actively involved in all aspects of stock selection and portfolio design for clients of the firm. - December 10, 2009 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Global Asset Clearinghouse LLC Receives 2009 Best of Business Award
Small Business Commerce Association’s Award Honors the Achievement Global Asset Clearinghouse LLC has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Business services category by the Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA). The Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) is... - December 08, 2009 - Global Asset Clearinghouse LLC
Self Directed IRA Custodian Sunwest Trust and Republic Monetary Exchange Announce Partnership
Top Self Directed IRA Firm and Leading Precious Metals Broker Pair Up to Provide Investors with Alternatives - December 06, 2009 - Sunwest Trust, Inc.
Invoice Factoring Company Volunteers at Major Food Drive
A Spokane, Washington factoring company's principals and staff members volunteered for the 10th Annual Tom's Turkey Drive. Complete turkey dinners were sold to grocery store patrons for $15 and donated to Second Harvest Food Bank, which supports 20 emergency food banks in the Spokane area. Over 11,000 meals were donated in the days before Thanksgiving and over $95,000 was raised for the food bank. - December 04, 2009 - Universal Funding Corporation
God’s Green Africa Unites East/West to Build New Africa
God's Green Africa, a division of God's Green America, announced today its alliance with The Rehoboth Foundation to build partnerships in the West expediting economic development in Africa. God's Green Africa President Dr. Cheryl Hill and Rev. Felix Awotula, president of The Rehoboth Foundation,... - December 03, 2009 - God's Green America
Thanks is Being Given for This Financing Alternative
J. Eggers & Associates announced securities based lending program allowing clients to tap their publicly traded stocks, bonds, options and mutual funds for up to 85% of the portfolio value. - November 29, 2009 - J. Eggers & Associates
Pivotal Payments Among Finalists for Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies of 2009
Canada’s fastest growing payment processing provider is recognized in the country’s leading business awards program - November 28, 2009 - Pivotal Payments
God’s Green America and Kimberly Parry Organics Partner on Natural Skin Care
God’s Green America announced today a partnership with Kimberly Parry Organics as a featured product of God’s Green Home, a division of God’s Green America. - November 26, 2009 - God's Green America
Alternative Motors Selects Edward H. Kim for Board of Directors
Alternative Motors has announced the recent selection of Edward H. Kim for its Board of Directors. Currently, Mr. Kim is Managing Director and Co-Founder of Capital Markets Advisory Partners where he advises companies, investment managers and exchanges on strategies to get more from financial... - November 25, 2009 - Alternative Motors, Inc.
American Benefit Credit Launches Newest Patient Financing Program for Elective Dental Work
American Benefit Credit, Inc., announces that it has launched it’s newest dental financing program. This newest offering allows Dr’s to focus on treatment not payment, by approving more patience through financial solutions. - November 25, 2009 - American Benefit Credit
God’s Green Africa Partners with Republic of Benin
God’s Green Africa, a division of God’s Green America, today announced its partnership with The Republic of Benin to unite resources of the West with the imminent local needs of health, agriculture, housing and education. This multi-faceted initiative will provide a template for... - November 19, 2009 - God's Green America
CommercialDeals.com – a Commercial Real Estate Finance Resource
Introducing www.CommercialDeals.com, a free commercial real estate finance resource connecting borrowers, intermediaries and lenders for debt/equity financing. - November 17, 2009 - LopinYukelis Corp.
Commercial Real Estate Finance Veterans Form The BSC Group
Several senior executives formerly allied with Chicago’s Beacon Realty Capital have opened The BSC Group, a commercial real estate investment advisory services firm. Based in Chicago, The BSC Group offers financial and loan advisory, workout, loan assumption and mortgage brokerage solutions to owners and investors of every commercial real estate property type, with a special emphasis on the self-storage market. - November 12, 2009 - The BSC Group, LLC
National Federation of Independent Business Liaison Michelle Dimarob to Appear on “Winning Strategies” November 13, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. ET
Michelle Dimarob of National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) will appear on Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies on November 13, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Ms. Dimarob said, "she will discuss the NFIB opposition to the recently passed US House of Representatives Pelosi/Obama sponsored... - November 11, 2009 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Wayne Allyn Root to Co-Host Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies November 13, 2009 “Gallo Be Thy Name” Author Jerome Tuccille to Appear at 10:00 a.m. ET
Wayne Allyn Root will co-host Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies this Friday, November 13, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Other guests include NFIB Legislative Affairs Manager Michelle Dimarob talking about small business opposition to the new Pelosi/Obama sponsored health bill passed by the US House,... - November 11, 2009 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Cornish & Carey Welcomes Veteran Investment Broker Russ Sherman
Russ Sherman has joined Cornish & Carey Commercial/ONCOR International as senior vice president of the firm. He will be a part of the investment brokerage team and be based in the firm’s San Francisco office. Russ brings to C&C nearly 35 years of commercial real estate experience, most recently as senior director of Cushman & Wakefield's Capital Markets Group. - November 11, 2009 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Cornish & Carey Welcomes Allison Gorelick to Investment Team
Allison Gorelick has joined Cornish & Carey Commercial/ONCOR International as vice president of the firm. Mrs. Gorelick, a LEED AP-certified and Chartered Financial Analyst, brings to C&C more than 15 years of development and financial leadership experience. She joins C&C President Erik Doyle’s investment team and will be based in the firm’s San Francisco office. - November 11, 2009 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Coester Appraisal Group, Global DMS Integrate with Real EC
Coester Appraisal Group a national appraisal company and Global DMS a leading valuation management technology company integrate with Real EC. - November 08, 2009 - Coester Appraisal Group
Peter Worden with Free Stock Charts Appeared on “Winning Strategies with Tim Connolly” on November 6, 2009 at 9:30 am ET
Peter Worden with Free Stock Charts appeared on "Winning Strategies with Tim Connolly" (formerly Corporate Strategies), Friday, November 6, 2009 at 9:30 am ET. Peter discussed the possibility of up to a 50% downward move in the S&P from its current levels to the March low point in the... - November 07, 2009 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Pawnee Leasing Attends the National Association of Equipment Leasing Brokers (NAELB) Western Regional Meeting
Pawnee Leasing will be in attendance at the annual National Association of Equipment Leasing Brokers Western Regional Meeting in Costa Mesa, CA on November 6-7, 2009. - November 05, 2009 - Pawnee Leasing Corporation