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Another Creekside Financial Advisor Earns the Coveted Certified Financial Planner™ Certification
Jessica Silver, Client Manager for Cleveland’s Creekside Financial Advisors financial services firm, successfully completed the CFP® certification process. - February 01, 2014 - Creekside Financial Advisors, LLC
First California Mortgage Company Announces Appointment of Senior Vice President, Capital Markets
First California Mortgage Company (First Cal, http://www.firstcal.net) is pleased to announce the appointment of Brandon Case, CMB, as Senior Vice President, Capital Markets. In his new role Case will oversee Capital Markets at First Cal, handling investor relationships, pricing, hedge position,... - February 01, 2014 - First California Mortgage Company
Muse Residences: Unveiling the New Sunny Isles Beach Condo Tower
Amity Realty reveals details of the new gem coming to Sunny Isles Beach: Muse Residences, a 650-foot condominium tower of 47 stories and only 68 oceanfront units, each of which will get a sculpture done by the Albanian-born artist Helidon Xhixha. - February 01, 2014 - Amity Realty
Texas Energy Group, LLC (TEG) Announces Affiliation with Spicewood Operating Company, LLC
Texas Energy Group, LLC (TEG) is pleased to announce its affiliation with Spicewood Operating Company, LLC., a registered and licensed oil and gas operator with the Texas Railroad Commission. - February 01, 2014 - Texas Energy Group, LLC
Insurance Fishing Offers Consumer Tips for How to Find Affordable Insurance Quotes Online
St. Louis website announces ways to save time, effort in searching for quotes. - January 31, 2014 - Insurance Fishing
EXIGIS to Exhibit at PARMA 2014 Annual Conference
EXIGIS announced today that it will be exhibiting at the Public Agency Risk Managers Association 2014 Annual Conference in San Jose, CA. - January 31, 2014 - Exigis, LLC.
Seniors Can Avoid Tax Penalty Advises Long Term Care Insurance Association
Seniors overlook ways to reduce taxes and avoid significant tax penalties reports the American Association for Long Term Care Insurance's director Jesse Slome. - January 31, 2014 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Clearent Announces Record 2013 Results
Today Clearent announced its 2013 financial results which point to the fact that it is one of the fastest growing credit card processing companies in the merchant services business. - January 31, 2014 - Clearent
Plastics Manufacturing Company Renews Lease
St. Louis' Hilliker Corporation represents landlord with fifth transaction. - January 31, 2014 - Hilliker Corporation
The BSC Group Closes 2013 with Record Self-Storage Loan Production
The BSC Group, LLC, recently closed the books on another record year in 2013, closing 54 loans on 99 properties totaling $319,039,050. The BSC Group is a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and provider of debt and equity capital solutions that specializes in the self storage... - January 30, 2014 - The BSC Group, LLC
CRIF Acquires Recom, a Leading Debt Collection Company in Turkey
CRIF, a global company specializing in the development and management of credit reporting, business information and decision support systems, has broadened its range of activities by acquiring Recom, a leading debt collection company in Turkey. - January 30, 2014 - CRIF
NexGen Networks Hires Senior Account Executive Patrick Cooper to Lead Midwest Sales
Industry veteran poised to drive sales in Midwestern market. - January 30, 2014 - NexGen Networks
Telephonic Tobacco/Smoking Cessation Program Now Available That Meets PPACA Standards
WellChoice, Inc. a business specializing in innovative and creative corporate wellness and disease management programs is pleased to announce a one of a kind employer sponsored telephonic tobacco/smoking cessation program. The purpose of the WellChoice, Inc. telephonic Tobacco/Smoking Cessation... - January 30, 2014 - WellChoice, Inc.
The Never-Ending Work Life: Consolidated Credit on the Racial Retirement Divide, 62 Percent of All Non-White Households Have No Retirement Plan
Consolidated Credit is concerned with the low number of people who will be heading into retirement with little to no saving, and offers advice to all Americans on how to better prepare for retirement. - January 30, 2014 - Consolidated Credit Counseling Services, Inc.
2014 Long Term Care Insurance Price Index Published
The American Association for Long Term Care Insurance has just released its annual policy cost study. - January 30, 2014 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
The Boulder Group Arranges Sale of a Net Leased PNC Bank Property in the Atlanta MSA
Randy Blankstein and Jimmy Goodman of The Boulder Group represented the buyer and the seller in the transaction. - January 29, 2014 - The Boulder Group
Mansfield Vote Names Texas Trust Credit Union Best Local Financial Institution
Texas Trust Credit Union Tops "The Best of" List for Eighth Consecutive Year - January 29, 2014 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Primera Energy LLC Reveals Patriotic Namesake for “Screaming Eagle” Wells
Primera Energy LLC is a Texas-bonded operator drilling for oil and natural gas in the Eagle Ford Shale. Primera’s Eagle Ford wells 1H through 4H are referred to as “Screaming Eagle.” As Primera Energy plans to expand its number of wells in 2014, the company released information... - January 29, 2014 - Primera Energy
Counting House to Showcase International eGaming Payments Solutions at ICE 2014
Counting house Group, a Canadian-based payment service provider announced that it will contribute as a sponsor and exhibitor at ICE Totally Gaming Exhibition. - January 29, 2014 - Counting House Ltd.
GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions Makes Significant Investment in Calgary-based groupSource LP
GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions and Gary Mitchell, a highly respected professional in the group benefits industry, have jointly acquired group insurance provider groupSource LP. - January 29, 2014 - GroupHEALTH
Primera Energy LLC Uses Eco-Friendly Handouts for Its Charity Events
Primera Energy LLC is a company well-known for its dedication to charitable causes. On Feb. 1 Primera will sponsor the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Tower Climb and Run and on Feb. 8 it will sponsor the American Heart Association’s Red Run. Primera Energy also took an extra step to... - January 29, 2014 - Primera Energy
Thurman Hotel Consultants to Help Pennsylvania Portfolio
Thurman Hotel Consultants signs four KMD Hospitality Management hotels to OTA Revenue Management Agreements. - January 29, 2014 - Thurman Hotel Consultants
Copernicus Research Paves Way for Laimon Fresh Growth in UK Soft Drinks Market
According to figures released today, sparkling Laimon Fresh continues to increase market share in the UK. The unique lemon, lime and mint drink was launched in the UK following an extensive market research project undertaken by Copernicus International Consulting Ltd. - January 29, 2014 - Copernicus International Consulting
Williams Asset Management Receives 2013 Best of Columbia Award
Williams Asset Management has been selected for the 2013 Best of Columbia Award in the Financial Planning Consultants category by the Columbia Award Program. Each year, the Columbia Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local... - January 29, 2014 - Williams Asset Management
Starting a Business in Singapore Has Never Been so Easy: SBS Consulting
SBS Consulting, one of the renowned Singapore company incorporation specialists has come up with a number of incorporation packages to make the process much simpler and cost-effective. - January 29, 2014 - SBS Consultant
Scandinavia Joins European Union's Main Climate Innovation Initiative
The EU commissioner for Climate Action will open Climate-KIC's new Denmark-based centre on 7 February 2014, allowing Nordic start-up entrepreneurs, businesses, climate professionals, students and government officials to join the European partnership to work on climate change adaptation and mitigation solutions. - January 29, 2014 - Climate-KIC
South Coast Surety Announces 2013 as a Banner Year
South Coast Surety closed out 2013 strongly, posting its largest year ever in premium and commission production. For the first time in South Coast Surety’s nearly 20 years of operation they generated more than $8 million in premium, with a near 50/50 split of contract and commercial bond production. This was accomplished while growing both the gross and net volume by more than 10%. - January 28, 2014 - South Coast Surety
Succession Resource Group Expands Team and Focus to Insurance Industry
Succession Resource Group, Inc. (SRG) the industry leader providing acquisition and succession solutions to the financial services industry has added industry veteran Don A. McLaughlin, CLU, CLF, ChFC, MSM to its team of experts. - January 28, 2014 - Succession Resource Group
More Organic Farms Powered by Consumers
A new startup, Fquare, aims to give consumers what they want, more organic, non-GMO foods. Fquare allows members to sponsor farms to go organic nationwide. - January 28, 2014 - Fquare Inc
Sompo Japan Foundation Commits Total of 2.7 Million Yen for Social Welfare Programs in ASEAN Countries
Sompo Japan Foundation makes charitable contributions, extends “overseas grants” with an aim to improve overseas social welfare. Upon soliciting applications from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that carry out social welfare activities in ASEAN member nations, the Foundation has decided to provide a total of about 2.7 million Yen. - January 28, 2014 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.
Financial Policy Council Re-Elects Ziad Abdelnour to Three Year Term
Ziad Abdelnour, Founder and President of the Financial Policy Council, has been re-elected by the board of directors to another three year term based on his outstanding track record. - January 26, 2014 - Financial Policy Council
Laureate Trust Launches Referral Partner Fee Program
According to CEO Peter Tasca, “We have one of the best performing funds in the world and this new program will allow advisors and professionals to receive commissions for referring new clients.” - January 26, 2014 - Laureate Trust
Hilliker Corporation Relocates Offices After 20 Years
St. Louis commercial real estate company moves to larger facility. - January 26, 2014 - Hilliker Corporation
Thurman Hotel Consultants Expands Portfolio
Thurman Hotel Consultants signs The Ramada Kissimmee Downtown to Sales & Revenue Management Agreement. - January 26, 2014 - Thurman Hotel Consultants
Northeast Professional Planning Group Launches 3(16) Fiduciary Service
NPPG's 3(16) fiduciary service relieves plan sponsors of the day-to-day administrative strain and compliance concern in operating a retirement plan. - January 26, 2014 - NPPG, Inc.
Video Busts Repossession Industry Compliance Myths
MBSi Capital Busts Repossession Industry Compliance Myths in New Video. - January 25, 2014 - CRIResource.com
SIA Group Acquires Parkway Insurance Services
Full-Service Insurance Agency Expands Market Presence in Western North Carolina Through Purchase of Lenoir-Based Agency - January 25, 2014 - SIA Group
Addition of Pyramide Conseils, Lyon, Marks Establishment of Russell Bedford France
Russell Bedford begins to build national French network of independent accounting and auditing firms. - January 25, 2014 - Russell Bedford International
The Business Bank of St. Louis Hires New Vice President
Bank hires vice president with 18 years of banking experience to fill position. - January 25, 2014 - The Business Bank of St. Louis
Preceptel Chooses SysPay as Omni-Channel Payment Solution for Its NG Taxi Software Platform
NG Taxi’s customer taxi companies can now enjoy use of a global payment system: physical, internet and mobile. - January 25, 2014 - SysPay
5,000 Expected for Long Term Care Insurance Virtual Conference
Some 5,000 insurance and financial professionals are expected to participate in the long term care insurance's first virtual national conference being broadcast by Virtual Insurance Conferences & Expos. - January 25, 2014 - Virtual Insurance Conferences & Expos
FXOpen Offers New Clients No-Deposit, Welcome-Bonus on STP
FXOpen has just launched the “No-Deposit, US$10 Welcome Bonus” promotional campaign. The offer is open to all new clients who registered with the company after January 16th, 2014. To get a bonus, they should also open an STP account. - January 24, 2014 - FXOpen
Platinum Financial, OC Receives 2013 Best of Irvine Award
Each year, in and around the Irvine area, the Irvine Award Program chooses only the best local businesses. They focus on companies that have demonstrated their ability to use various marketing methods to grow their business in spite of difficult economic times. The companies chosen exemplify the best of small business; often leading through customer service and community involvement - January 24, 2014 - Platinum Financial, OC
Sixteen States Still Offer Unisex Long Term Care Insurance Rates Reports AALTCI
The nation's leading long term care insurance companies still charge equal premiums to men and women in 16 states according to an American Association for Long Term Care Insurance analysis. - January 24, 2014 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Minneapolis Pure Tax Resolution Offers Trustworthy Tax Help for Minnesota Individuals and Businesses
Minneapolis Pure Tax Resolution was founded to provide an honest approach to tax assistance to Minnesota individuals and businesses. Their certified and trustworthy tax relief attorneys work hands-on with Minnesota taxpayers to solve common tax dilemmas. - January 24, 2014 - Pure Tax Help
PayServ Systems Celebrates 10-Years of Providing Mega-Savings Through Innovative - Cost Effective, User Friendly Payroll, Workers' Comp Insurance & Employment Services
PayServ Systems celebrates 10 years of offering cost effective uniquely integrated payroll administration services for virtually any size business - backed up with unparalleled customer service. PayServ Systems's solutions can be customized to include employee benefits, pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation, time and attendance management, human resources, benefits management and much more. PayServ Systems leads the field of pay-as-you-go Ala-carte payroll outsourcing. - January 24, 2014 - PayServ Systems
BankInfoSecurity and CUInfoSecurity Announce 2014 Influencers
BankInfoSecurity and CUInfoSecurity announce the publication of their 2014 list of Influencers. Published by Information Security Media Group (ISMG), BankInfoSecurity and CUInfoSecurity's list acknowledges individuals and organizations that are playing critical roles in shaping the way financial services organizations approach information security and privacy. - January 24, 2014 - Information Security Media Group
Equicapita Update – Pleased to Announce Greg Tisdale Has Joined Advisory Board
Equicapita Income Trust is pleased to announce that Greg Tisdale, CFO of Crescent Point Energy, has joined its advisory board. - January 23, 2014 - Equicapita Income Trust
Tax Tip for Employers: 1099 or W-2?
The deadline to distribute W-2s and 1099s to employees and for businesses to furnish 1099 statements reporting, among other things, non-employee compensation, bank interest, dividends and distributions from a retirement plan is Jan. 31. Here are three determining factors that help employers discern which form to distribute to their employees. - January 23, 2014 - Payroll Center Inc.
OK Tire Chooses GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions to Provide New Employee Benefits Plan
K Tire Stores Inc. chose GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions to provide their employee benefits plan, GroupHEALTH CEO Matt Houghton announced today. The plan will roll out on February 1, 2014 to over 450 employees. GroupHEALTH North, a GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions Advisor Partner from Prince George,... - January 23, 2014 - GroupHEALTH