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Ideas4investing Launches New Web Site
Ideas4investing portfolio is now available online. - September 18, 2008 - Ideas4investing
Diversus Opens Hong Kong Office, Hires Vincent Pun as Principal
Forge regional expansion plan covering Asia Pacific - September 18, 2008 - Diversus Investment Advisers
YapStone, Inc. Joins Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies
YapStone Ranks No. 1112 on the 2008 Inc. 5000 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 338%. - September 17, 2008 - Yapstone, Inc.
Freedomroadtrading.com Announces Launch
Freedom Road Promotions announces the launch of http://www.Freedomroadtrading.com. The website offers stock tips and a very popular podcast by Frank Bluestein, #1 Financial Advisor in Michigan, and # 4 Financial Advisor in the US, according to Registered Rep Magazine. - September 17, 2008 - Freedom Road Promotions, Inc.
Crescent State Bank Resumes Search for New Headquarters
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank has come to a mutual agreement with ZR Waverly Place, LLC, to terminate a lease commitment for the... - September 17, 2008 - Crescent State Bank
Greece’s Emporiki Bank Deploys Todos Authentication Technology
Todos, a leading provider of strong user authentication products, today announced that Emporiki Bank is the first Greek financial institution to start a full deployment of the Todos eCode™ technology. - September 17, 2008 - Todos Data System AB
Local Rugby Club on the Brink of Sporting Jackpot
Charlton Park Youth Club Has Sights Set on £50,000 Prize from the Norwich Union Community Sport Fund. - September 17, 2008 - Norwich Union
James Cotoia and GT Properties Tips on "How do You Prepare a House to Sell?"
Residential Manager for Gt Properties, James Cotoia offers homeowners tips about making their home show better. James has been a Realtor since 1991 and is a member of the Northern RI Chamber of Commerce. James offers these tips to help homeowners increase the amount a buyer might offer. - September 16, 2008 - GT Properties
Recover from Back-to-School Expenses
Now that kids are back in school, all the associated expenses can be tough on the family budget. Refinancing your auto loan and reducing your monthly car payment may offer some relief. Companies such as RateGenius Loan Services specialize in automotive refinance, and offer great savings to your... - September 15, 2008 - RateGenius, Inc.
Baltimore Medical System Selects TFactor to Provide Training Solution
Baltimore Medical System upgrades staff training with TFactor’s KnowledgePortal360 enterprise Learning Management System. - September 15, 2008 - TFactor Inc
Federated's Orlando and Fidelity Independent Adviser's Dion Predict Market Impact of Election '08
Donald Dion, the publisher of Fidelity Independent Adviser, and Phil Orlando, the senior equity market strategist at Pittsburgh-based Federated Investors, delivered election analysis and portfolio strategies for both McCain and Obama in a video conference viewable at: http://www.dionmm.com/include/thm/script/thm.py/ - September 15, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Consumer Staples Gain Momentum: PowerShares Momentum Tracker Reports
While the retail sector scales back prices to meet newly curtailed budgets nationwide, some investors have begun to bargain hunt among the consumer staples equities hit hard by recent market woes. - September 14, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Contingency Solutions, LLC Promotes Disaster Readiness During National Preparedness Month
Business continuity planning firm Contingency Solutions is encouraging businesses of all sizes to consider what would happen to their company and employees in the event of a disaster. As part of National Preparedness Month 2008 it is offering low cost solutions and guidance to reverse the trend that 75% of businesses without a business continuity plan will fail within 3 years of a disaster. - September 13, 2008 - Contingency Solutions, LLC
Primerica Offers Tips to Save Cash at the Pump
This summer, average gas prices spiked to more than four dollars a gallon – a record high.(1) In fact, a recent survey showed that 62% of respondents changed their holiday travel plans and 15% cancelled their vacations altogether.(2) Primerica, a financial solutions industry leader, offers... - September 13, 2008 - Primerica Financial Services
Crescent State Bank Sponsors Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting and Chairman’s Reception
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that the bank will sponsor the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce 120th Annual Meeting and Chairman’s... - September 13, 2008 - Crescent State Bank
R-M-X Looks to Provide Innovation and Liquidity for the Beleaguered Residential Mortgage Loan Market
While most participants in the residential mortgage loan market are suffering huge losses and many are exiting the business, R-M-X Group is looking to take advantage of this turmoil to fuel demand for its business. R-M-X Group is an integrated electronic trading exchange for residential mortgage... - September 13, 2008 - R-M-X Group
Keller Williams Realty Launches Commercial Division
Residential real estate firm Keller Williams Realty International announced plans on August 19, 2008 to launch a commercial division titled KW Commercial. Keller Williams, one of the largest real estate companies in North America, plans to become the company of choice in both the residential and... - September 12, 2008 - KW Commercial
Pharmaceutical ETFs Surge in ETF Momentum Tracker Ratings
In an interview today, Don Dion, publisher of ETF Momentum Tracker, discussed the recent surge in healthcare ETFs. - September 12, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
3GS, LLC Announces the Recertification of Safe Shredding by the National Association for Information Destruction, Inc.
3GS, LLC, a business venture formed to consolidate the document destruction industry, has announced the renewal of its Safe Shredding, Mobile, Ala. certification by the National Association for Information Destruction, Inc. (NAID). - September 12, 2008 - NorthShore Capital Advisors
Colliers International to Lease First State of the Art Medical Office Building in Downtown Walnut Creek
Union Property Capital – Walnut Creek Medical Plaza Renovation Nears Completion, Colliers International Walnut Creek Brokerage to Lease - September 11, 2008 - Colliers International
Primerica Presents Solutions to Common Life Insurance Mistakes
In today’s economy far too few American families have a current life insurance policy. In fact, while 81% of Americans say they need life insurance, only 41% own an individually purchased policy.(1) Primerica, an industry leader in term insurance, offers solutions to some of the most common... - September 11, 2008 - Primerica Financial Services
Anthony D Colby Moving to A List as Filmmaker and Actor
Next film due to begin Production Spring 2009. - September 11, 2008 - Andeco Films LLC.
Abalos & Associates, PLLC Names Senior Accountant
Sandy Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC (www.abaloscpa.com), has announced that Sylvia M. Hycnar has joined the firm as a senior accountant. In this position, she will handle client relations, research and compliance, as well as tax returns for businesses and individuals. A... - September 11, 2008 - Abalos & Associates
Orion Capital Group Survey Reveals Baby Boomer Entrepreneurs Are Motivated to Exit Their Businesses, But Confused About Options
It is estimated that Baby Boomers will transfer over $10 trillion in wealth, much of it held in privately owned businesses. Yet with retirement quickly approaching, a recent study finds that the vast majority of business owners have not started planning for the biggest wealth transfer in history, mainly due to confusion about how to start the exit process. - September 11, 2008 - Orion Capital Group, LLC
Home Insurance.com Survey- Homeowners Left in the Dark
HomeInsurance.com performed a recent study on the consumer knowledge base of how much homeowners really know about their home insurance coverage. - September 11, 2008 - Home Insurance.com
New Book Regarding Succeeding as a Commercial Mortgage Broker
Commercial Finance Advisors is proud to announce it just completed the second edition of its book regarding commercial mortgage brokerage. One of the most difficult and vital tasks of succeeding in this business is being able to prescreen commercial loan requests efficiently. - September 10, 2008 - Commercial Finance Advisors
Wealth Management Company Launched a New Website
Paragon Wealth Management launched a new website to keep their clients and other interested parties up-to-date on their performance. - September 10, 2008 - Paragon Wealth Management
Focus Management Group Names Kelley Managing Director to Lead Real Estate Practice
In an announcement made today by J. Tim Pruban, President of Focus Management Group, Jay Kelley has joined the nationwide business restructuring firm as a Managing Director to broaden its growing consulting practice in the real estate industry and to expand the firm’s nationwide support of... - September 10, 2008 - Focus Management Group
Currency Trends and ETFs: ETF Report Examines Currency Funds
What makes a currency strong or weak? Is a strong dollar “good” or “bad” for investors? Which sectors thrive in a rising dollar environment? A falling one? - September 10, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Lucy Grosz Awarded CLTC Designation
Lucy Grosz of Alta Vista Benefits has been awarded a professional degree in the field of long term care, Certified in Long Term Care (CLTC). This program is independent of the insurance industry and focuses on providing insurance professionals with the tools they need to meet their client's long... - September 10, 2008 - Alta Vista Benefits, LLC
‘Babies at Work’ Makes Good Business Sense for HometownQuotes
Launch of Babies in the Workplace program benefits working parents, babies and company. - September 10, 2008 - HometownQuotes
Entrust Administration, Inc. Announces Online Investor Radio Show Every Thursday at 10 am Pacific
Entrust Administration, Inc., the industry leader of custodial services for self-directed retirement plans, today announced that it will be hosting the California Investors Radio Show. - September 10, 2008 - Entrust Administration Inc
New Business Plans from Teneric Make Getting Business Loans Easy
Teneric Business Plans Ltd have launched new, improved and value for money business plans today that make getting a business loan easier than ever in today's tough economic climate. - September 10, 2008 - Business Plan Information
Summit Financial Advisors, LLC Selected as One of The Most Dependable™ Wealth Managers of Northern California
Successful families demand coordinated financial strategies where investments, insurance, real estate and business assets are working in concert. The mission of Summit Financial Advisors is to be the single resource for comprehensive wealth management for individuals and business owners with retirement planning as the centerpiece. - September 10, 2008 - Summit Financial Advisors
Knox Lawrence International Launches 2nd Annual African Business Plan Competition
Business school candidates will compete for $15,000 in cash prizes along with the opportunity to have their vision considered for funding. - September 09, 2008 - Knox Lawrence International
Compliance Alert Global Website for Compliance Professionals Launched
Lebanon witnessed the launch of Compliance Alert Global website for Compliance Professionals, the 1st portal in the Mena region. Compliance Alert is a professional association with members from the financial services industry. April 1st, 2007 witnessed the launch of the Compliance Alert, 1st... - September 08, 2008 - Compliance Alert
Gleaning Retail: PowerShares Momentum Tracker Profiles the Dynamic Retail Portfolio
In the wake of recent earnings reports from retail giants like Wal-Mart PowerShares Momentum Tracker peeled back the layers of the retail sector in the current issue of their ETF publication. - September 08, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
www.ProTitleUSA.com Has Launched a Nationwide Online Property Title Search Service Geared Towards Foreclosure, FSBO and Short Sale Investors, Banks and Attorneys
ProTitleUSA.com has launched a nationwide property title search service, offering two comprehensive Title Search Services (Current Owner and Full Title Searches), both include deed search and retrieval, search for open mortgages, liens & judgments, bankruptcy status and retrieval of latest... - September 08, 2008 - ProTitleUSA.com
SIA Group Named to Inc. 5,000 List
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that the firm has been recognized by Inc. magazine as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies. The Inc. 5,000, previously known as The Inc. - September 07, 2008 - SIA Group
Global Asset Management Consulting Firm Announces New Compensation Study
Seasonesd management consulting firm, PRPi Consulting has just announced the release of a study that will assist global asset management firms with their 2008 and 2009 compensation review. - September 07, 2008 - PRPi Consulting Limited
Crescent State Bank’s Frank Shell Named to Cary Chamber Board of Directors
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that Frank Shell, senior vice president, city executive, has been named to the Cary Chamber of Commerce’s... - September 06, 2008 - Crescent State Bank
Fidelity Independent Adviser Unveils Holdings for Its Non-Fidelity Specific NTF Growth & Income Portfolio
Fidelity Independent Adviser revealed the five funds that comprise its Non-Fidelity Specific NTF Growth & Income Portfolio in the September issue of the publication. The Non-Fidelity Specific NTF Growth & Income Portfolio seeks conservative growth by investing in funds available through... - September 06, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Blevins Franks Donate to World Vison
Since the introduction by World Vision of child sponsorship, a programme is underway for constructing schools, clinics and water pumps. People are being trained to dig healthy pit-latrines as poor sanitation is the cause of many illnesses. - September 06, 2008 - Blevins Franks Ltd
Kern Schools Federal Credit Union Launches CULearn Training Portal Powered by KnowledgePortal360
CULearn Training Portal for staff and members goes live powered by TFactor’s enterprise Learning Management System. - September 05, 2008 - TFactor Inc
Joseph N. Seifert III Joins Kelly Marketing Services as Director, Broker Sales
Kelly Marketing Services, a division of Kelly & Associates Insurance Group, Inc. (KELLY) has hired Joseph N. Seifert III as director of broker sales. Mr. Seifert comes to KELLY with more than six years of experience in the health insurance industry. In his previous role as a broker in the... - September 05, 2008 - Kelly & Associates Insurance Group
ETF Momentum Tracker Spotlights iShares MSCI Chile (ECH) in Latest Edition
ETF Momentum Tracker (http://www.fidelityadviser.com/readMe_ETF.asp) profiles iShares MSCI Chile (ECH) in the latest issue of the newsletter released today. ETF Momentum Tracker recently added ECH to its model portfolio. http://store.fidelityindependentadviser.com/etf1yr.html “Until a few... - September 05, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
FISC Signs City of Bath to Image Cash Letter Service
FISC Solutions has signed contracts with the City of Bath, Maine, to provide image cash letter services for their remittance payments. FISC, an outsourcing service provider for financial institutions and businesses throughout New England, has provided remittance processing for the City of Bath... - September 05, 2008 - FISC Solutions
Beacon Realty Capital Closes Self-Storage Transaction
Beacon Realty Capital, a commercial real estate financial services firm with a specialized self-storage financing group, arranged variable-rate expansion financing for a Storage Today facility. Beacon provided its client with a 30-month, interest-only, variable rate construction loan, with a... - September 05, 2008 - Beacon Realty Capital, Inc.
Don’t Pay the Price of Apathy - Shop Around and Save Up to £10,980 on Mortgage Payment Protection Insurance Says British Insurance
British Insurance has launched a new ultra low cost Mortgage Payment Protection Insurance product. - September 05, 2008 - British Insurance
Chicago Based “Insurance Navy” Reaches a Record High in Low Cost Auto Insurance Markets
Chicago Based “Insurance Navy” Reaches a Record High in Low Cost Auto Insurance Markets Count, Over 3,500 in August 2008. - September 05, 2008 - Insurance Navy