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The Boulder Group Arranges Sale of a Single Tenant McDonald’s Ground Lease in the Chicago MSA
Randy Blankstein and Jimmy Goodman of The Boulder Group represented both parties in the transaction. - April 22, 2012 - The Boulder Group
International Payment Experts PacNet Services to Speak at Internet World 2012
Brian Weekes of PacNet Services, a well known international payment processing company, has accepted a speaking engagement at Internet World 2012 in London, 24-26 April. - April 22, 2012 - PacNet Services Ltd.
Gary S. Williams Becomes a Member of the Financial Services Institute
FSI Advocates for Main Street Americans’ Access to Independent, Affordable Financial Advice. - April 22, 2012 - Williams Asset Management
Hoover and Associates to Host Lunch and Learn May 1st
Hoover and Associates will host their semi-annual Lunch and Learn seminar on Tuesday, May 1st covering FMLA Facts for Business Owners and Individuals and a Market and 401(k) Update. - April 22, 2012 - Hoover and Associates Financial Services, Inc.
Commercial Real Estate Financing Up in California
California commercial real estate financing using a popular government-guaranteed loan program jumped 43 percent for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the same 3-month period a year ago, according to CDC Small Business Finance, one of the nation’s largest small business lenders. CDC... - April 21, 2012 - CDC Small Business Finance
Farmers & Merchants Bank Unveils Image Cash Letter Service for Electronic Check Processing
New technology enables organizations to scan and process large quantities of checks electronically, saving time and reducing processing costs. - April 21, 2012 - Farmers & Merchants Bank
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Financing for Restaurant in Norcross, GA Worth $850,000
Mercantile Capital Corporation, a leading national provider of U.S. SBA 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or refinance their own facilities, recently closed a loan for J.R.’s Log House, Inc. for $850,000. - April 21, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Young People Showing Financial Maturity, Texas Trust Survey Shows
When it comes to financial services, teens are showing a great deal of maturity, according to survey conducted by Texas Trust Credit Union. Texas Trust's survey was done in advance of Youth Financial Week, April 22 -28, to evaluate how teens use financial services available to them through credit unions. - April 21, 2012 - Texas Trust Credit Union
VIR’s Corporate Sponsored CashBack Mall Shopping Malls Now Exceed 10,000
VIR today announced that it now has over 10,000 corporate sponsored Cash Back Rewards Shopping Malls in operation using VIR’s technology. VIR’s B2B model helps other companies’ offer their own branded CashBack Rewards Mall as a loyalty programs to the people they serve. VIR’s clients use their own branded VIR Cash Back malls as a customer loyalty program for their customers; employee benefit for employees; association benefit for members, or a fund raising - April 21, 2012 - Very Important Relationships, Inc.
UAE Exchange Conducts Smart Pay Appreciation Programme 2011
16 clients awarded for excellence. More categories introduced. Smart Pay website launched. - April 20, 2012 - UAE Exchange
Uniastrum Strikes Up Partnership with Khabarovsk Region Guarantee Fund
The Bank is now one of a number of credit institutions collaborating with the Fund on its small business loan guarantee program. Under the agreement, the Fund undertakes to guarantee Uniastrum-issued loans up to a total Rb 36 mn. - April 20, 2012 - Uniastrum Bank
Simmers Financial Announces a New Staff Supervisor
Simmers Financial promotes Leslie Aust to Staff Supervisor. - April 20, 2012 - Simmers Financial Group
Online-Shop CASHforLESS for Kartenterminal Receives Trusted Shops Seal of Approval
The online provider for ec-Terminal devices CASHforLESS now officially provides secure online shopping because the company received the ‘Trusted Shops’ seal of approval. The desired seal stands for high requirements, buyer protection and service. To receive the seal of approval,... - April 20, 2012 - CASHforLESS
Clarity Advantage’s Nick Miller Selected by Barlow Research to Judge 2012 Monarch Innovation Awards
On April 24-25, 2012, Nick Miller, business banking expert and president of Clarity Advantage, will participate in Barlow’s Annual Client Conference in Atlanta, Ga., during which time awards will be presented to the winners of the Monarch Innovation Awards he helped to select. - April 20, 2012 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
International Payout Systems, Inc. Adds Ukash
International Payout Systems has announced that Ukash ®, the global eMoney network, is now fully integrated with the i-Payout.com eWallet platform for worldwide wallet loading. - April 20, 2012 - International Payout Systems, Inc.
Uniastrum Bank Offers Credit Report Service
The lender has teamed up with the National Bureau of Credit Histories to provide a new service for retail borrowers wishing to access details of their credit history, irrespective of whom they bank with. - April 20, 2012 - Uniastrum Bank
WNC Promotes Two Executives Amid Continued Growth and Expansion
Kelly Henderson, Esq. named senior vice president – legal affairs; Greg Hand named chief underwriter – acquisitions. - April 20, 2012 - WNC & Associates, Inc.
Agcapita Farmland Investment Partners - Saskatchewan Farmland Values Increase 21.7% in 2011
According to the recently released report on farmland values issued by Farmland Credit Canada, "In the second half of 2011, farmland values in Saskatchewan increased an average of 10.1%, the highest average increase across Canada. This followed gains of 11.6% and 2.7% in the previous two... - April 19, 2012 - Agcapita Partners LP
Lindsey Joins Securities America
Securities America has added one more financial advisory firm to its fledging network of partner firms. Lindsey & Lindsey Wealth Management, headed by John Lindsey, has joined Securities America Advisors Inc. and will offer its financial services, in affiliation with Securities America Inc. - April 19, 2012 - Securities America Inc.
Simmers Financial Group Welcomes a New Member
Simmers Financial welcomes Kelly Wilson to its staff. - April 19, 2012 - Simmers Financial Group
Cherry, Bekaert & Holland to Host Government Contracting Seminar on April 20 in Fayetteville, N.C.
National CPA Firm to Hold Discussion on Details of Contract Closeouts for Companies in Conjunction with Partnership for Defense Innovation - April 19, 2012 - Cherry Bekaert LLP
New Jersey Minority Educational Development Announces National Search for US Educational National Team Local Members
New Jersey Minority Educational Development working to promote the America First or Last Movement's US Educational National Team. - April 19, 2012 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
Mercantile Capital Corporation Launches Free iPhone App: SmartChoice® Commercial Loan Calculator
Mercantile Capital Corporation, a leading provider of U.S. SBA 504 loans for small business owners, recently launched the SmartChoice® Loan Calculator iPhone application, available free online at the iPhone Apps Store. - April 19, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Attorney Tanya Lundberg Added to Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Professional Liability Group
Lundberg’s practice focuses on the defense of professional liability claims. Her experience also includes representing businesses and individuals in commercial litigation, consumer financial litigation, real estate litigation and bankruptcy matters. - April 19, 2012 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Carolina Travelers Can Come Home for Care on MedCenter Air Jets with New Partnership
MedCenter Air and Air Ambulance Card® partner for medical evacuation membership offer. Travelers can come home for treatment no matter where they fall sick or injured. MedCenter Air is the preferred provider of medical flights under the program. - April 19, 2012 - Air Ambulance Card, LLC
Paragon Commercial Bank to Donate $5,000 to Wake Education Partnership
Local Bank Contributes to Education Nonprofit Focused on Increasing Student Performance - April 19, 2012 - Paragon Bank
CFLA Announces Mortgage Securitization in Litigation & Bankruptcy Practice DVD
CFLA, LLC is offering a "State Bar Approved MCLE Mortgage Securitization in Litigation & Bankruptcy Practice" DVD due to popular demand from those unable to travel/attend their March 31, 2012 workshop in Las Vegas, NV. - April 19, 2012 - Certified Forensic Loan Auditors, LLC
37 Yr Mortgage Veteran Reveals the "Insider Secrets" on How to Get a Mortgage in Today's Crazy Real Estate Market
A new home buying program will save consumers time, money, and stress. - April 18, 2012 - It's Your Life, LLC
New Missouri Technology VC Fund Led by Missouri Entrepreneurs
Cultivation Capital is a new early-stage venture capital firm investing in early stage technology companies in Missouri. The Cultivation Capital team is led by experienced entrepreneurs Brian Matthews, Peter Esparrago, Jim McKelvey and Rick Holton, Jr., who have a combined track record of more than 25 companies started, over $200 million raised and multiple exits. The firm was holding its first investment committee meeting on April 17, and will announce its first investments soon. - April 18, 2012 - Cultivation Capital
Forex-Metal Offers Islamic Trading Accounts
Forex-Metal broker offers Islamic trading accounts that completely satisfy Islamic religious prohibitions of not receiving or paying interest. - April 18, 2012 - Forex-Metal
Systems Integration Solutions Unsung Heroes - Betty Valladares
Systems Integration Solutions Recognizes Betty Valladares, VP of Finance. - April 18, 2012 - Systems Integration Solutions, Inc
Washington Approves the Success CE Annuity Suitability CE Course
Success CE's 4-hour WA Annuity Suitability course satisfies Washington's new annuity suitability training requirement, and Success makes selecting the right annuity course clear and easy for everyone. - April 18, 2012 - Success Continuing Education
Rescue Capital Publishes Infographic Inspired by Financial Literacy Month
As part of their commitment to financial education, specialty finance firm Rescue Capital has released their first Infographic in honor of Financial Literacy Month. The Infographic contains informative, yet surprising data about consumer debt in the US. According to Vice President John Zepeda,... - April 18, 2012 - Rescue Capital
Shale Oil and Gas Sector to Act as Major Catalyst for Economic Growth in 2012
New report from Investing Daily predicts a new long-term bull market in the US driven by sustained growth in the shale oil and gas industry. - April 18, 2012 - InvestingDaily.com
CPA Firms Create Unique Internship
Internship Program Gives Back to Profession and Students - April 18, 2012 - Weltman Bernfield
Romanian Tax System Found to be One of the Most Complex in the World
Andrei Badiu, partner in Russell Bedford firm 3B Expert Audit SRL, comments on World Bank Paying Taxes survey. - April 18, 2012 - Russell Bedford International
Total Mortgage Services Receives Kansas Mortgage Lender License
Kansas borrowers now have access to some of the lowest mortgage rates available. - April 17, 2012 - Total Mortgage
USHEALTH Advisors Achieves 5th Sales Record of 2012
USHEALTH Group subsidiary is outpacing last year’s performance by 226%. - April 17, 2012 - US Health Group
Homesource Managers Comments on Development Applications Process
Homeowners, NSW, with Development Applications on waitlists due to difficult projects, finally have something to celebrate according to HomeSource Joint Managing Director, Pia Vogel. A recently released report, the 2010/11 Local Development Monitoring Report, revealed a significant improvement in... - April 17, 2012 - HomeSource Ltd
Russell Bedford Austin Firm Merges with Dallas-Based CPA Practice
PMB Helin Donovan, member of Russell Bedford CPA group has merged with Vink Teague & Associates. - April 16, 2012 - Russell Bedford International
CEO of Texas Trust Credit Union Elected to State Leadership Role
Texas Trust Credit Union CEO Jim Minge has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Texas Credit Union League. Minge will take office on April 18. He will represent more than 140 credit unions in the western Texas region. - April 16, 2012 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Pitusa Boho Chic Summer Collection Reaches Out by Slashing Shipping Costs
While bringing the Collection to Europe, Pitusa’s founder, Clara Lago said: “We are reaching out to boho chic fashionistas worldwide by slashing shipping costs and offering free shipping for orders of US$200 through our internet store.” The Summer Collection includes Long backless dress, Monroe, Polka dotted hot pants, Romper, Neon skirt, Inca kimono, Kaftan w/ bollitas and Inca bikini, among others. Meanwhile, the Inca Abaya and mini-skirt and the Peace Tank continue to be must-wears. - April 15, 2012 - Pitusa Fashion
Riddell Financial Presents “Retire in Style”
Free Retirement Planning Seminar for Women Set for April 17, 2012, in Sarasota, FL - April 15, 2012 - Riddell Financial
Reminder from Kustom Design: Your Taxes Are Due
Calgary accounting service reminding everyone that tax season is coming to a close. - April 15, 2012 - Kustom Design
HomePay Chip&PIN Solution Receives Accreditation from American Express
The innovative payments company Secure Electrans have announced completion of the formal accreditation of HomePay, their secure in-home EMV Chip &PIN payment solution, by American Express. This is another significant milestone for Secure Electrans and its plans for mass market deployment of the HomePay product suite. - April 15, 2012 - Secure Electrans Limited
Voyage Manager and Omnisense to Improve Safety at Sea
Travel technology specialist Voyage Manager has teamed up with real time location company Omnisense in a joint venture to provide state of the art solutions for ensuring the safety of passengers and crew at sea. - April 15, 2012 - Voyage Manager
SIIA Opposes California Bill Restricting Self-Insurance for Smaller Employers
The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) today announced that it will work to defeat California legislation that would effectively eliminate the ability of smaller employers to self-insure their employee healthcare plans. As amended this week, the proposed bill, SB 1431, now would... - April 14, 2012 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
Verona Volunteer Fire Department Receives $5,032 Grant to Purchase Breathing Apparatus
Donation from Jacksonville’s SIA Group and Fireman’s Fund Insurance to Support Local Fire Department Equipment Purchases - April 14, 2012 - SIA Group
Paragon Commercial Bank Names Andy Scott Senior Vice President and Client Development Officer
14-Year Banking Industry Veteran Responsible for Treasury Management, Business Development - April 14, 2012 - Paragon Bank
UAE Exchange Partners with Cozmo Travel for Collecting Payments
Customers can make their payments at any UAE Exchange counter in the UAE. - April 14, 2012 - UAE Exchange