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Shirley Simpson Joins Mars Bank’s Mortgage Team
Shirley Simpson joined Mars Bank as Vice President, Loan Originator. Ms. Simpson brings over 30 years of banking experience which includes mortgage origination, construction lending, and management roles. - January 27, 2022 - Mars Bank
Mars Bank Expands Commercial Team Adding Jeremy Bloom
Mars Bank added Jeremy M. Bloom to its commercial banking team as Vice President, Commercial Banking. Mr. Bloom has extensive experience in equipment financing and leasing, most recently serving as Managing Director at Maxus Capital Group. He will work with businesses throughout western... - January 23, 2022 - Mars Bank
Dominick Prevete of Blue Sky Capital Advisors Arranges $1,612,000 of Financing for an Office/Retail Property in West Palm Beach, Florida
Dominick Prevete has arranged a $1,612,000 loan for the cash-out refinance of an office/retail property in West Palm Beach, Florida. Leveraging his relationship with a leading investment management firm, Prevete was able to arrange attractive terms including a 30 year fixed rate loan. - January 11, 2022 - Blue Sky Capital Advisors LLC
BSC Group Principal Shawn R. Hill to Present at the KeyBanc Capital Markets Self Storage Investor Forum
The BSC Group, LLC has announced that Shawn R. Hill, a founding Principal, will participate in the Investments & Finance panel presentation at the KeyBanc Capital Markets Self Storage Investor Forum. - January 06, 2022 - The BSC Group, LLC
Mars Bank Adds Embry to Run Retail Bank
Stephanie A. Embry recently joined Mars Bank as Senior Vice President, Retail Banking. Stephanie joined the bank from Apollo Trust Company where she served for three years as Vice President, Retail Banking and Chief Banking Officer. - December 30, 2021 - Mars Bank
Dominick Prevete of Blue Sky Capital Advisors Arranges $1,946,000 in Financing for the Refinance of a New Jersey Rental Property Portfolio
Dominick Prevete has arranged a $1,946,000 loan for the refinance of a New Jersey rental portfolio allowing the investor to recover cash out of the portfolio to continue with future investments, while simultaneously reducing the overall cost of capital by obtaining long term debt with a lower interest rate than was previously in place. - December 20, 2021 - Blue Sky Capital Advisors LLC
Blue Sky Capital Advisors Celebrates Its 3rd Anniversary as Dominick Prevete Achieves $50 Million in Annual Loan Production
Blue Sky Capital Advisors, a Nationwide commercial mortgage advisory firm, has celebrated its 3rd year of operations this month. The company arranges commercial financing for residential investment properties, most commercial property types and multifamily properties. - November 30, 2021 - Blue Sky Capital Advisors LLC
Longbridge Financial Partners with Feeding America for Thanksgiving Promotion
Longbridge Financial, a national reverse mortgage lender and servicer, has partnered with US hunger relief organization, Feeding America in support of the 38 million Americans, including 12 million children, struggling with hunger. Longbridge will make a $25 donation for every retail loan... - November 24, 2021 - Longbridge Financial
Gay, Disabled Texas Man Files Federal Employment Discrimination Lawsuit Against Mortgage Giant LoanDepot & Its Founder/CEO Anthony Hsieh
LoanDepot, Inc. and its Founder/CEO Anthony Hsieh have been sued in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas by Trevor Dickens, a gay, disabled man, allegedly a former LoanDepot employee who was subjected to discrimination based on his disabilities and sexual orientation while employed at LoanDepot's Plano, Texas office. - November 22, 2021 - Robinius, Epsinosa & Wietzel
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Scheduled to Commemorate Prospect Home Finance’s Move to New La Jolla Office Headquarters
Prospect Home Finance, a leader in the home finance industry, is pleased to announce an official ribbon cutting ceremony will be held Wednesday, December 1 at 10:00 a.m. to commemorate the company’s move to its new office headquarters in La Jolla, California. “This ribbon cutting... - November 20, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Scotsman Guide Ranks Catlin Capital, Inc.'s Jason Catlin as Washington State #1 Mortgage Broker
Scotsman Guide congratulates Jason Catlin MLO 57702 for ranking as a Scotsman Guide 2021 Top Mortgage Broker. Jason Catlin was the #1 Mortgage Broker in Washington state and was ranked the #26 Mortgage Broker in the country with loan origination volume of $200 million from 537 closed loans. - November 02, 2021 - Catlin Capital
Prospect Home Finance to Sponsor the San Diego Gulls 2022 Season
Prospect Home Finance, a leader in the home finance industry, is pleased to announce its official sponsorship of the San Diego Gulls for the 2022 season. This is the second consecutive year that Prospect has sponsored the local hockey team. The San Diego Gulls are a professional ice hockey team in... - November 01, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Community Welcomed at First-Ever Prospect Home Finance Halloween Fair
Prospect Home Finance, a leader in the home finance industry, hosted a kid-friendly Halloween Fair on October 29 at its Pacific Beach office location. Free and open to the community, the fair featured pumpkin decorating, face painting, palm readings, tarot cards, balloon art, food, and live music. - October 29, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Bay Equity is Bay Area's 8th Fastest-Growing Private Firm
Bay Equity Home Loans has been named the 8th fastest-growing privately owned company in the San Francisco Bay Area. The San Francisco Business Times ranking is based on revenue growth from 2018 to 2020. Commenting on the growth, Bay Equity CEO Brett McGovern said: “We start with hiring... - October 23, 2021 - Bay Equity Home Loans
Commercial Real Estate Financing Advisor, The BSC Group, Welcomes Senior Vice President Drew Sikula
The BSC Group LLC, a commercial real estate mortgage brokerage and advisory firm with an emphasis on the self-storage asset class, has hired Drew Sikula as a senior vice president to join the company’s Chicago headquarters. - October 15, 2021 - The BSC Group, LLC
Prospect Home Finance Begins Advertising During Fall 2021 NFL Games
Prospect Home Finance, a leader in the home finance industry, has purchased several dozen television advertising spots that will air locally in San Diego during the Fall 2021 National Football League season during Monday Night Football and Thursday Night Football games. The first-ever Prospect... - October 14, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Dog Days of Summer End with Dogs, Donuts, and Community Book Drive
Prospect Home Finance, a leader in the home finance industry, has wrapped up summer 2021 and a busy third quarter with events intended to improve literacy in San Diego County and bolster employee wellness. The last week of September at Prospect was dedicated to a book drive supporting Little Free... - September 30, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Prospect Home Finance Celebrates 15 Years in Business
San Diego-based mortgage broker committed to providing borrowers with competitive rates and exceptional service celebrates 15 years in business and continues to thrive in an ever-changing industry. - September 30, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Gelt Financial LLC. Recognizes September as Suicide Prevention Month
The Gelt Charitable Foundation continues to make a difference with nationwide suicide prevention workshops. - September 09, 2021 - Gelt Charitable Foundation
ASC Arranges $17.27M Bridge Loan for Multifamily Community in Jonesboro, GA
American Street Capital (“ASC”) announced today that it has arranged a $17.27 million value-add bridge loan for the 200-unit Flint River Apartments community located in Jonesboro, GA. Situated 15 miles south of the Atlanta central business district, Jonesboro is a southern suburb with... - September 02, 2021 - American Street Capital
Trellis Holds Grand Opening for New Townhome Community
20 new units of workforce housing open in central Phoenix by nonprofit Trellis with a large donation from JPMorgan Chase Foundation. - July 22, 2021 - Trellis
Think Different Lending Start Up Announcement
Think Different Lending is excited to finally get their business up and running. Think Different is a company who can help anyone and everyone with financial needs concerning loans. Here is their story and how the company came about: “A while back I had an experience that opened my eyes to... - July 13, 2021 - Think Different Lending
Economic Development Nonprofit Organization BCL of Texas Appoints William D. Sutherland as Treasurer to Board of Directors
Local economic development nonprofit Business and Community Lenders of Texas (BCL of Texas) is pleased to announce the appointment of William D. Sutherland as its new Board of Directors Treasurer. Sutherland, a partner at Kennedy Sutherland LLP in San Antonio, has served on the BCL Board of... - July 03, 2021 - BCL of Texas
Zolo: Most Affordable Cities to Buy a Home in BC
While sales activity in real estate markets across Canada started to slow in April and May, the affordability of housing is still an issue with the Canadian Real Estate Association recording a 41.9% year-over-year price increase from April 2020 to April 2021. As of April 2021, the MLS HPI benchmark... - June 24, 2021 - Zolo
Zolo: Guide to Finding the Best Home Insurance in Canada
The average Canadian homeowner is underinsured and/or paying too much for their home insurance. Zolo has created a practical guide to finding the best home insurance in Canada. - June 12, 2021 - Zolo
Zolo Study Reveals Homeownership Costs Vary Dramatically Across Canada
The costs of homeownership can vary widely depending on the area of Canada that one resides in. - May 24, 2021 - Zolo
First National Closes $22.7 Million Single Family Rental Development Loan in Chicagoland
First National, a financial industry independent lender with over 30 years of history, has closed another complex, multi-property residential development transaction. - May 12, 2021 - Kensington Nanny Service
Zolo: Most Affordable Cities To Buy a House in Ontario
How can the average home buyer afford a home in Canada today? Zolo has created an in-depth guide to the most affordable cities in Ontario. - May 06, 2021 - Zolo
Experienced Hard Money Loan Firm, Harbor Equity, Promises Funding and Loans to Construction Contractors After the Pandemic
No more lengthy applications or long-winded review process, says Harbor Equity, one of Georgia’s leading hard loan providers. - April 30, 2021 - Harbor Equity
Harbor Equity Provides Transaction Evaluation Within 24 Hours for Residents in Utah, New Jersey, Indiana and Beyond
No more waits, no more queues - Harbor Equity responds to clients in only 24 hours. - April 30, 2021 - Harbor Equity
Prospect Home Finance Partners with LeagueSide
Prospect Home Finance, a leader in the mortgage industry, is happy to announce they will have the honor to partner with LeagueSide. LeagueSide operates a specialized marketing service that connects brands to their target markets through youth and local sports sponsorships. LeagueSide is effective... - March 28, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Prospect Home Finance is Recognized by Expertise.com
Prospect Home Finance is the #1 Mortgage Broker and the #1 Mortgage Refinance Company in San Diego according to Expertise.com. - March 07, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
Prospect Home Finance Becomes the Official Sponsor of the San Diego Gulls
Prospect Home Finance becomes the official sponsor of the San Diego Gulls! - February 21, 2021 - Prospect Home Finance
American Street Capital Arranges $8.1 Million for Multifamily Complex in Riverdale, GA
American Street Capital (“ASC”) announced today that it has arranged an $8.1 million cash-out refinance loan for a 150-unit multifamily complex in Riverdale, GA. Located approximately 13 miles from the Atlanta central business district, Riverdale is a southern suburb with proximity to... - February 18, 2021 - American Street Capital
CREFxchange.com Releases Commercial Mortgage Modification Program
CREF Xchange has updated and re-released it's commercial mortgage modification program which offers training, support and lead generation services to legal, accounting and mortgage professionals. The program allows these professionals to enter the industry at a time when COVID has caused many... - February 10, 2021 - CREFxchange.com
The Private Client Group OC Has Been Named One of the Top 10 Teams in Orange County by Real Trends; Orange County COVID-19 Real Estate Update
Here's a quick look at how PCG finished the year: More than $135 million in sales; 85 transactions (sold 1.5 homes every week); 20 record breaking sales - January 15, 2021 - Qodeshart
PCV Murcor Commemorates 40th Anniversary
For 40 years and counting, PCV Murcor has built a tradition of excellence in helping thousands of clients make their customers’ real estate needs happen. - January 15, 2021 - PCV Murcor
ASC Secures $10.24 Million Acquisition Loan for Multifamily Community in Burbank, IL
American Street Capital (“ASC”) announced today that it has secured a $10.24 million acquisition loan for a multifamily community located in Burbank, IL. Built in 1983, the multifamily community consists of 27 simplex style buildings containing 173 units on 6.31 acres. The unit mix... - January 08, 2021 - American Street Capital
Approved Mortgage Donates Christmas Day Meals to Local Hospital Staff
Local mortgage companies partner to provide 250 meals to the Franciscan Health COVID staff. Each meal was individually prepared and packaged by the Market District in Carmel, Indiana before being delivered directly to the hospital. - December 29, 2020 - Approved Mortgage Corporation
ASC Arranges $12.59 Million for Multifamily LIHTC Portfolio in Florida
American Street Capital (“ASC”) announced today that it has arranged $12.59 million in permanent loans for the acquisition of two LIHTC multifamily communities located in Florida. The first of the two deals include a $6,963,000 permanent loan for the acquisition of a 144-unit LIHTC... - December 19, 2020 - American Street Capital
Cindy Nasser, PCV Murcor COO, Named to the Dean’s Advisory Council for Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Business Administration
PCV Murcor, a nationwide real estate valuations management company, is pleased to announce that Cindy Nasser, Chief Operating Officer, has been named to the Cal Poly Pomona – College of Business Administration’s Dean’s Advisory Council. The Dean’s Council serves as the... - December 03, 2020 - PCV Murcor
Florida’s Reverse Mortgage Center Announces Expansion with New Office Location in Tampa
Florida’s Reverse Mortgage Center has announced the opening of a new office location in Tampa. With interest growing and public awareness of the many benefits of a reverse mortgage, Florida’s Reverse Mortgage Center has found itself in a position to expand their physical presence in the... - November 01, 2020 - Florida's Reverse Mortgage Center
Rick Foxx, CEO of Florida’s Reverse Mortgage Center Releases New Book: "Reverse Mortgages Made Simple"
Earlier this morning, Rick Foxx, CEO of Florida’s Reverse Mortgage Center, announced the release of his third book: "Reverse Mortgages Made Simple: Your guide to the NEW Reverse Mortgage and Retirement Security - Shattering the Myths, Misconceptions and Confusion about Reverse... - October 21, 2020 - Florida's Reverse Mortgage Center
Innovative New Franchise Opportunity Launched in Canada by Haystax Financial Inc.
Canada's mortgage landscape dramatically changed by introduction of a new, innovative, technology based franchise solution for mortgage brokers with the introduction of the Haystax Mortgage franchise model. - October 17, 2020 - Haystax Financial Inc.
PCV|VRM Seeds of Hope, PCV Murcor's Nonprofit, Donates to Wildfire Relief Fund
To help with the recent California wildfires, PCV|VRM Seeds of Hope has donated to the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Relief Fund. - October 17, 2020 - PCV Murcor
PSI Lending Announces Company Wide Expansion
PSI Lending Expands Company Wide; Expansion on top of record growth during COVID-19 pandemic. - October 08, 2020 - Homecision
CapStack Partners Expands Its Carolina Portfolio with Distressed Office Acquisition
The company’s capital markets division acted as the debt advisor for the purchase. - October 01, 2020 - CapStack Partners
Mountain View Advisors to Develop Digital Affordable Housing Underwriting Product to Expand Racial Equity in the Housing Market
Mountain View Advisors, LLC, a progressive “finnovation” consultancy in partnership with the Center for NYC Neighborhoods and Aegis, LLC, will develop a digital affordable housing underwriting platform to improve racial equity and expand home ownership with a grant received from the Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners & Wells Fargo. - September 29, 2020 - Mountain View Advisors, LLC
Trellis Announces Affordable Housing Coming to Up-and-Coming Phoenix Neighborhood
Trellis@Colter is a new workforce housing community that is providing affordable housing near downtown Phoenix. Key Points: · Affordable housing community coming to Phoenix · Lease-to-own option available With the supply of affordable housing rapidly shrinking in and around the... - September 27, 2020 - Trellis
Economic Development Nonprofit Organization BCL of Texas Announces Leadership for 2020 Board of Directors
Business & Community Lenders (BCL) of Texas, a statewide nonprofit lender, is pleased to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors, including Dora Zapata of Dallas, TX, Melissa Chamrad of San Antonio, and Larry Dovalina of Cotulla, TX. Established in 1990, BCL of... - August 29, 2020 - BCL of Texas