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“Reg.A Money Show” Podcast Answers Question: How Much Do Regulation A+ Equity Crowdfunding Offerings Really Cost?
SEC attorneys, PCAOB auditors, stock transfer agents, broker-dealers, marketing, investor awareness programs, Edgarizing, payment portals, etc... They all cost money to create a qualified Reg.A+ offering. Listen to this podcast to learn what these costs realistically are for Reg.A+ issuers. - March 29, 2018 - Reg.A Funding Group
ARGI Recognized by Ohio/Kentucky ESOP Association
ARGI, a Louisville-based personal and business financial advisory firm, has been recognized as one of two finalists for the ESOP Company of the Year award by the Ohio/Kentucky Chapter of the ESOP Association. Senior Financial Advisor, Joe Tichenor, CFP®, was recognized as one of three finalists... - March 29, 2018 - ARGI Financial Group
Sun Acquisitions Has Been Engaged to Sell a Profitable Women’s Apparel Business
Sun Acquisitions is announcing that it has been engaged to sell a profitable women’s designer clothing boutique. The business has been in operation for over 20 years in the Greater Chicago area. The business is focused on providing women with designer clothing, accessories and jewelry within... - March 29, 2018 - Sun Acquisitions
ABD Introduces Circle of Care, a Revolutionary Approach to Employee Health and Safety
ABD Insurance and Financial Services, Inc., announced today Circle of Care, a revolutionary new addition to its product and service offerings. At a time when employers are looking to strengthen organizational culture while reigning in healthcare costs, ABD’s Circle of Care takes a thoughtful... - March 28, 2018 - Newfront
TaaS Launches the Updated Cryptographic Audit, Cornerstone of Its Declaration of Transparency
Token-as-a-Service (TaaS), the first-ever tokenized closed-end fund dedicated to blockchain assets, announces the public release of its next-generation Cryptographic Audit. - March 28, 2018 - TaaS
AMOCO Federal Credit Union Moves Its ATMs to Dolphin Debit, Easing Management Burden
Managing 14 ATMs is one job that Ashley Carner, Chief Operations Officer at AMOCO Federal Credit Union in Texas, is glad to be rid of now that the credit union has partnered with Dolphin Debit, the full-service ATM management company. AMOCO FCU is one of Dolphin Debit’s newest clients. The... - March 28, 2018 - Dolphin Debit
AALTCI Campaign Targets Personal Financial, Retirement and Money Bloggers to Address 1035 Exchanges
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance launched a campaign targeting financial, retirement and senior writers and bloggers to address the overlooked topic of using 1035 exchanges to plan for long-term care costs. The Association recently published the first and only generic consumer guide addressing 1035 exchanges. - March 28, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson Attorneys Listed in Colorado Super Lawyers® 2018
Two lawyers in the Denver office of Shapiro Bieging Barber Otteson LLP have been named to the list of Colorado Super Lawyers 2018. - March 28, 2018 - Otteson Shapiro LLP
American Street Capital Arranges $3.0 Million for Self Storage Portfolio in Branson, MO
American Street Capital (“ASC”) announced today that it has secured $3.0 million in permanent financing for a self storage portfolio located in Branson, MO. - March 27, 2018 - American Street Capital
National Debt Relief Program Discusses Today's Debt Help Options
Debt Relief Programs Gaining Steam as the Need for Financial Freedom Increases. - March 27, 2018 - National Debt Relief Program
Male Leaders Are Less Likely to Mentor Upcoming Female Leaders Post #MeToo; NextGen Orgs Can Reverse This Disturbing Trend
The unintended negative consequence of the #MeToo movement: male leaders are backing away from mentoring women. The problem is being made worse by employee trainings that are ineffective. Addressing only the symptoms won't solve the problem. - March 27, 2018 - NextGen Orgs
NEXT.exchange is Burning More Than 95 Million of Its Tokens
The hybrid decentralized and community-driven crypto exchange, NEXT (https://next.exchange), is going to destroy millions of tokens. There will be 75% fewer tokens on the market than what was initially expected. - March 26, 2018 - NEXT.exchange
Karan Bharadwaj, CTO, XinFin Speaks at Blockchain and Businesses Event Organized by Nanyang Blockchain Association on 27th March 2018
XinFin invites more and more universities to associate with them and become a part of Blockchain Revolution. - March 26, 2018 - XinFin Fintech Pte. Ltd.
Humble Agent Receives Five Star Insurance Professional Award
Local agent, Chelsey Hall, owner of CLJ Risk Management is a two-time recipient of the Five Star Home/Auto Insurance Professional Award. - March 24, 2018 - CLJ Risk Management
Long-Term Care Insurance Guarantees Explained by AALTCI Director
Long-term care insurance policies are backed by State Guaranty Associations that protect consumers should an insurer fail. The American Association for Long-Term care Insurance director shared insights during a national training call. - March 24, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Shop the Latest America The Beautiful Series Release Now at APMEX
APMEX, Inc., a leading Precious Metals e-retailer based in Oklahoma City, is thrilled to announce the latest release in the America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coin™ series is now available for pre-order. The 2018 5 oz Silver ATB Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Park, WI, marks the second... - March 24, 2018 - APMEX, Inc.
Exchange Data International Launches Over the Counter (OTC) Data Services
The enhanced service now covers OTC derivatives and evaluated prices. - March 24, 2018 - Exchange Data International
South African Machine Learning Specialist DataProphet Secures Knife Capital Funding
Knife Capital’s investment in DataProphet will boost the company’s innovation capabilities and accelerate global expansion. - March 23, 2018 - KNF Ventures
XDCE Token Goes Live on Exchanges Like Bancor, KoinOK, Alphaex, Forkdelta & Etherflyer Opens 20% Above the Token Contribution Price
XDCE goes live on various public exchanges like Bancor.network, Koinok.com, Alphaex.net, Forkdelta, and Etherflyer.com. - March 23, 2018 - XinFin Fintech Pte. Ltd.
D Winters Insurance Services Recognized by Safeco Insurance for Exceptional Performance
Safeco Insurance has recognized D Winters Insurance Services, as a Safeco® Elite Agent based upon outstanding performance and partnership. Fewer than 10% of independent insurance agencies countrywide that sell Safeco personal lines products receive this distinguished honor. Achieving status as... - March 23, 2018 - D Winters Insurance Services
KOMSCO Announces New 2018 Silver Chiwoo Cheonwang and Tiger Coins
APMEX, Inc., a leading Precious Metals retailer based in Oklahoma City, is excited to announce the latest releases from KOMSCO with the 2018 1 oz Silver Chiwoo Cheonwang and 2018 1 oz Silver Tiger medals. - March 23, 2018 - APMEX, Inc.
Happy 9th Anniversary Bull Market; Diversifying Your Investments Now May be the Best Way to Survive the Next Bear Market (a 20% Drop) in Stock Prices
Vanguard and Goldman Sachs recently predicted that the odds of a "correction" which is a 10% stock market drop, or a "bear market" a 20% drop, are from 70%-88% respectively. Research from 7Twelve Advisors, LLC suggests that a deeply diversified investment portfolio may be an ideal way to absorb a significant stock market shock. - March 22, 2018 - 7Twelve Advisors, LLC
Sven Donhuysen Announces Innovative Tokenization Strategy at Blockstack Unbound, Puerto Rico
Sven Donhuysen of Leo Investment unveils innovative tokenization strategy that can play a vital role in bringing liquidity to non liquid funds. “Blockchain has the capacity to reinvent society for the better.” - March 22, 2018 - Leo Investment AG
New Day Highlights Latest Environmental Insurance Trends at 2018 IRMI Energy Risk & Insurance Conference
John Heft, senior vice president and director of the real estate practice at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, highlighted the Current Trends in the Environmental Marketplace at the 2018 IRMI Energy Risk & Insurance Conference (ERIC) held in Houston, Texas. Joined by Kenneth Cornell, managing... - March 22, 2018 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Idio Celebrates Gramercy Institute Award for Personalization
The company’s AI-powered approach has won the Personalization category in the 15th Annual Gramercy Financial Marketing Strategy Awards. - March 22, 2018 - Idio
Sun Acquisitions Announces the Sale of a Carpet and Floor Cleaning Business
Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the sale of a professional carpet and floor cleaning business to an individual investor. - March 22, 2018 - Sun Acquisitions
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Taps Lilyana Saunders as a Florida Workers' Compensation Underwriter
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. announces the addition of Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Lilyana "Lili" Saunders, to the Sanford, Florida office. She will be writing small comp accounts, as well as building relationships with agents and growing AUI’s book of business. Lili... - March 22, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
APMEX Introduces Next Royal Mint Queen’s Beasts Release – Plus Enter to Win 150oz of Silver
APMEX, Inc., the nation’s largest Precious Metals e-retailer, is excited to introduce the latest in The Royal Mint’s highly popular Precious Metal bullion Queen’s Beasts series – The Red Dragon of Wales. Plus, for a short time, be entered to win 150 oz of Silver to celebrate... - March 22, 2018 - APMEX, Inc.
Jenn King, CFP® Joins PARAGON Wealth Strategies
PARAGON Wealth Strategies, LLC, a boutique wealth management firm headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, announced today that Jenn King, CFP® has joined their firm as a Senior Financial Planner and Investment Advisor Representative. Jenn has spent her 17 years in the industry focused on a... - March 22, 2018 - PARAGON Wealth Strategies, LLC
ABD Announces Chris Cordes as Executive Vice President
ABD Insurance and Financial Services announced today that Chris Cordes has joined the company as Executive Vice President and Market Leader within the Employee Benefits practice. Chris brings 30 years of insurance and benefits experience to ABD and will focus on growing ABD’ Midwest presence... - March 21, 2018 - Newfront
DMarket Releases Product Version 2.0 Beta
DMarket releases an upgraded beta version of the marketplace, enables Steam skins trading and features an improved Blockchain Explorer. - March 21, 2018 - DMarket
Tech Startup Seeks to Stop ICO Scams
A Silicon Valley startup is introducing a platform next month that will screen for scammers trying to take advantage of some less sophisticated cryptocurrency investors. As of late, the ICO industry has been under great scrutiny from regulators in many countries and is often viewed as a breeding... - March 21, 2018 - BrightCOIN
Michael W. Landsberg Named to the 2018 Barron's Magazine Ranking of Top Financial Advisors in America, State by State Ranking, for the 7th Time
Michael Landsberg, Partner, of Landsberg Bennett Private Wealth Management in Punta Gorda, Florida has been recognized as a 2018 Top Financial Advisor by Barron’s Magazine as announced in the March 10th issue. “It’s an honor to again be named to this ranking,” Landsberg... - March 21, 2018 - Landsberg Bennett
SpectraTax: New Start-Up Helping Students Save Time and Money with Filing Their Taxes
SpectraTax is proud to announce the launching of a new promotion to help students save time and money filing their taxes. Running through until the end of March, students will be able to have their basic tax returns professionally prepared for just $9.99. For around the cost of using the most... - March 21, 2018 - SpectraTax
Texas Trust Credit Union Receives Diamond Award
Texas Trust Credit Union won a Diamond Award from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Marketing & Business Development Council. Diamond awards recognize outstanding marketing achievements in the credit union industry. Texas Trust won a Diamond award in the Membership Marketing... - March 21, 2018 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Texas Trust Credit Union Member Wins Mastercard Priceless Surprises® Grand Prize
Texas Trust Credit Union member Mike Wisbrock won a grand prize in the Mastercard & Jack Henry & Associates Priceless Surprises® Sweepstake. Wisbrock won a Priceless Surprise of an all-expenses-paid six-day vacation, along with $3,550. The total prize package is valued at $12,250. - March 21, 2018 - Texas Trust Credit Union
The Reg.A Money Show Podcast Explains the Differences Between Crowdfunding and Regulation A+ Offerings
Now that crowdfunding has basically gone mainstream, everyone seems to be taking notice. But what are the major differences between crowdfunding and Reg.A+? There’s a two-part answer to this question. - March 21, 2018 - Reg.A Funding Group
Reg.A Money Show Podcast Co-Host Nominated for “Committee” and “Advisor” Position at the Crowdfunding Professional Association
Ron Costa has been co-hosting the Reg.A Money Show along with Miguel Dotres since the show began back in November of 2016 and has since become the industry standard podcast for anyone looking for information on Reg.A+. - March 21, 2018 - Reg.A Funding Group
GoLookUp Announces a Nationwide Comprehensive People Search Directory
GoLookUp has launched a comprehensive People Search directory that allows to find accurate information about others and learn if they are lying about who they are. - March 20, 2018 - Lucky2Media, LLC
Gregory Englesbe, Prominent Palm Beach Businessman Contributes to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Englesbe, prominent Palm Beach businessman and CEO of E Mortgage Management has contributed to the cause in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. - March 20, 2018 - E Mortgage Management
GoLookUp Now Provides an Unclaimed Money Search Service
GoLookUp's Unclaimed Money search service will allow users to find money they unknowingly left behind, and also help them find out how to claim it back. - March 19, 2018 - Lucky2Media, LLC
Know Your Company (KYC) Wins Fintech Startup Challenge
Smart technology client verification solution provider KYC has taken first place in the Fintech Startup Challenge (Dublin), hosted by Le Village, a Crédit Agricole accelerator programme - March 19, 2018 - Know Your Customer Ltd
Mini Grids Deployment in Sub-Saharan Africa to be Boosted at Nairobi Summit
The 4th Africa Mini Grids Summit 2018 will convene this month on March 21-22 in Nairobi, Kenya. This fourth edition of the Africa-wide conference will once again gather electricity regulators, utilities operators, mini grids developers, financiers, engineering and consulting experts, technology... - March 18, 2018 - Magenta Global Pte Ltd
SterlingRisk Insurance Raises More Than $63,000 for the American Heart Association
17th Annual Long Island Go Red for Women Luncheon - March 17, 2018 - SterlingRisk Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Online Marketing Tips Shared by AALTCI Director
A national broadcast today will feature the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Jesse Slome will share online marketing strategies designed to help insurance agents effectively connect with prospective clients. - March 17, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Brittany Negron Named Consultant in Real Estate Group at New Day Underwriting Managers
Brittany Negron has been named a consultant within the Real Estate Practice of New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverages. Her responsibilities include working with New Day’s partners... - March 16, 2018 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Consus Global Continues to Expand; Opens Office in London
Consus Global, a leading global procurement solutions integrator and services provider, has extended its global presence by opening a new office in the UK. With new office in London, Consus plans to grow customer base in European market with London as a hub. Europe offers an unique opportunity for... - March 16, 2018 - Consus Global
Insurers Pursue Long-Term Care Insurance Fraud Cases Reports LTC Association Director
Fraudulent long-term care insurance claims impact policyholders and the pricing for new policies and insurers are taking action to address the issue according to the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - March 16, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
GSF Mortgage Corporation Welcomes Terri Wickstrom
GSF Mortgage Corporation is pleased to announce the addition of Mortgage Loan Originator Terri Wickstrom. She is based in Norton Shores, Michigan and is licensed in both Michigan and Florida. She has been in the mortgage business for 34 years and has experience in all facets of the industry... - March 16, 2018 - GoGSF
First Service Credit Union Offering Fraud and Identity Theft Seminar March 20
First Service Credit Union is hosting an educational seminar March 20 to teach consumers how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. The free event will address the four most common methods of fraud and identity theft and what consumers can do to protect themselves. It will also explain how to tell... - March 16, 2018 - First Service Credit Union