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Salt Lake City Real Estate Educator and Author to House Struggling Utahns
Mike Watson Investing to hold InvestStrong charity event, providing two days of free investing education in exchange for donations. - June 26, 2008 - Mike Watson Investing
ETF Momentum Tracker’s International Portfolio Provides Investors Better Returns Than the MSCI EAFE Index
In its latest issue, ETF Momentum Tracker announces the year to date returns for its International Portfolio. For the second week of June, the portfolio had returns of 1.96 percent, while the MSCI EAFE Index returned only 0.08%. Year to date, the same portfolio is down 3.46 percent net of fees,... - June 26, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
U.S. Mortgage Lender Rolling Their New Loan Products for Foreign Nationals
American Home Lenders, a United States based Mortgage Bank, announced today that it has begun offering it’s loan products and services to foreign nationals who are looking to purchase or re-finance their second homes or investment properties in the United States. Jonathan Shapiro, CEO of... - June 26, 2008 - American Home Lenders, Inc.
Crow and Harms to Present Compliance Week Webinar
Mercer Capital professionals Matthew R. Crow, ASA, CFA, and Travis W. Harms, CFA, CPA/ABV, will lead a complimentary webinar on Thursday, July 31, 2008, offered in conjunction with Compliance Week magazine. Crow and Harms will present "Getting Ready for SFAS 141R, Business Combinations,"... - June 26, 2008 - Mercer Capital Management, Inc.
Atlanta Becoming the Hotbed of Real Estate Investing for National and International Investors & Securities Firms for local Atlanta Investment Firm, The Wealth Consortium
In recent months, Atlanta investment firm, The Wealth Consortium has seen considerable activity in its growing base of national and international real estate investors seeking new projects in the Atlanta market. - June 26, 2008 - The Wealth Consortium
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Brings International Best-Selling Author Jon Gordon to Washington D.C.
The Northwestern Mutual Financial Network in conjunction with American Century Investments is sponsoring international best selling author Jon Gordon’s visit to Washington D.C. on June 26th, 2008 at Regal Cinemas, Gallery Place. This stop on the book tour coincides with the release of Gordon’s newest book, The No Complaining Rule, the follow-up to the enormously successful The Energy Bus. - June 26, 2008 - The Washington Group of Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
AVP Solutions, LLC Becomes One with the Merchant with Their New Services
ACH Processing to Merchant Cash Advance are new services. AVP Solutions, LLC has been integrated to allow for a one-stop merchant account provider. - June 25, 2008 - AVP Solutions, LLC
Electronic Payment Solutions Provider Saves Dental Practice Over $40,000/yr
Sunrise Dental Patients Keep Smiling Thanks to PaySimple. - June 25, 2008 - PaySimple
Touch-Screen Phones Expected to Reach 833 Million by Year 2013
CIT MOBiDIV delivers the first ever complete touch experience on Windows Mobile phones. - June 25, 2008 - CIT Global
Swiss Accounting Firm, TBO, is Latest Addition to Russell Bedford Network in Europe
Russell Bedford International announces the appointment of Zurich accounting firm, TBO, as the latest member of the global accounting group. - June 25, 2008 - Russell Bedford International
Colorado Springs Location of Divorce Resource Centre of Colorado Moves Into New Offices
Move necessitated by need for additional room, extra staff. - June 25, 2008 - Divorce Resource Center of Colorado
Entrepreneurs Fight Back; Index of Private Company Revenue Presents Trends Contrary to Recession
The Entrex Private Company Index (PCI) saw a slight increase in revenues when assessing May over April. The index reflects that this portfolio of private companies are maintaining a three-year high reached in April. - June 24, 2008 - Private Company Index
New Web-based Commission Tracking Software for Insurance Agents and Agencies Launched
CommissionMonitor™, a new, completely web-based solution for tracking commissions and leads has arrived, giving insurance agents and agency managers access from anywhere at anytime. - June 24, 2008 - Glaeser Enterprises, LLC
Physicians Mutual Launches Enhanced Web Site
Physicians Mutual launches new user-friendly corporate website which includes easier navigation, more content and more features. - June 22, 2008 - Physicians Mutual
With Gas Prices Soaring, DBE Tops the Charts at PowerShares Momentum Tracker
PowerShares DB Energy Fund (DBE): Energy offers tremendous returns, but proceed with caution. - June 22, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Comerica Collin 60
RMCN Credit Services, Inc. is the 8th fastest growing company in Collin County in 2007. - June 21, 2008 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
i-Admin Adds Academee Pte Ltd to Its Singapore Payroll Client Portfolio
i-Admin welcomes Academee Ptd Ltd as its newest Singapore payroll client. Academee, as a learning solution provider, creates unique, leading edge learning solutions that bring tangible benefits to a wide range of organizations in both the private and public sector. Originally referred by Oliver... - June 21, 2008 - i-Admin (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Spark Integration Technologies Inc. Selected as Winner at 5th Annual The Security Summit
Spark Integration Technologies Inc. Selected as Winner of the Most Innovative Security Products and Services in the Information Assurance and Security Software category at the 5th Annual The Security Summit on June 4-5 in San Diego, CA. - June 21, 2008 - Spark Integration Technologies Inc.
PJB Slips from 45 to 51 on the PowerShares Momentum Tracker Table, as Banks Take a Beating
Don Dion's PowerShares Momentum Tracker looks at how the banking crisis is effecting one ETF. - June 21, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Russell Bedford Exhibits at Business Startup Show for Second Time
Business Startup 2008 exhibition, ExCeL London, promotes services of Russell Bedford member firms to budding entrepreneurs. - June 21, 2008 - Russell Bedford International
Horticultural Asset Management, Inc. Releases Podcast Urging Property Owners to Prepare for 2008 Storm Season
Doug Cowles, president and CEO of Horticultural Asset Management, Inc. (HMI) (www.moneygrowsontrees.com), has announced the formal release of the firm’s audio podcast on the topic of preparing large trees and shrubs for the annual storm season. In the podcast, Cowles discusses how residential... - June 21, 2008 - Horticultural Asset Management
Crescent State Bank’s Mark Vaughn Named to Community Investment Corporation of the Carolinas’ 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 Mark Vaughn, compliance manager, has been named to the Community Investment Corporation of the Carolinas’... - June 21, 2008 - Crescent State Bank
Beacon Software Picks ePayment Consultants (ePC) as Best Service Provider Using Their Web-Enabled Suite of Modular Applications
"With the Beacon System, we can monitor quality and timeliness metrics, interface with Customers through the Internet and ultimately predict Customer satisfaction with all of our services." --- Paul Nee, CEO ePayment Consultants - June 20, 2008 - ePayment Consultants.com
New Guy Becomes Partner at Old Mill’s Exeter Office
Following three successful years as Corporate Finance director with West Country accountancy and financial services firm Old Mill Guy Eggleton has been promoted to Partner. Guy, who qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1990, worked as a Corporate Finance specialist for six years with a top 4... - June 20, 2008 - Old Mill
AEX Small Business Loans Report About Avoiding Worst Case Commercial Finance Problems
A Special Small Business Loans Report has been issued by AEX Commercial Financing Group to address business financing circumstances which often result in a worst case scenario for commercial real estate loans and working capital funding. - June 20, 2008 - AEX Commercial Financing Group
With Oil Prices at All Time Highs, IEZ Spends 6th Week at #3 on ETF Momentum Tracker’s Sector Momentum Table
iShares Dow Jones U.S. Oil Equipment & Services (IEZ) has enjoyed a good run at Fidelity Independent Adviser’s ETF Momentum Tracker. On April 1, 2008, IEZ entered the sector momentum table’s top ten, reaching the third spot by May 13th. - June 20, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
CPA Firm Rucci Bardaro & Barrett Uses Its New North American Tax Network to Solve Cross-Border Tax and Business Issues
A group of mid-sized, independent CPA firms – including one in the Boston area – has started pooling their collective local knowledge to match the cross-border tax experience of the “big guys,” and in addition are offering their services at a more affordable price. - June 20, 2008 - Rucci Bardaro & Barrett PC
Entrex Private Company Index (PCI) Recognizes Revelwood with Top Growth Award
New Jersey Firm, Revelwood, Soars to 120.6% Growth, Despite Economic Downturn. - June 19, 2008 - Private Company Index
Smart Transaction Systems Launches Integrated Text Messaging Solution
New solution bridges the gap between traditional customer loyalty programs and mobile marketing services. - June 19, 2008 - Smart Transaction Systems
Introducing the First National Green Residential Mortgage Underwriting Standard©
Clearing the path for discounted financing on green-certified buildings. Accelerating the greening of the real estate industry. Resulting in significant impact on greenhouse gas emissions and global sustainability. - June 19, 2008 - Mortgagegreen, Inc.
Galley Eco Capital Joins the Business Council on Climate Change, Business Partnership Takes Action to Reduce Greenhouse Emissions
Galley Eco Capital has become the latest Bay Area Company to join the Business Council on Climate Change (BC3), a partnership of San Francisco Bay Area businesses committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and advancing corporate environmental leadership. - June 19, 2008 - Galley Eco Capital
ISMG to Offer Exclusive New Webinar on Background Checks
BankInfoSecurity.com and CUinfoSecurity.com, hosts the author Lester S. Rosen as he examines the “Parade of Horrible” facing employers that hire without conducting proper screening during the hiring process. - June 19, 2008 - Information Security Media Group
ISMG to Offer Exclusive New Webinar on Workplace Violence
BankInfoSecurity.com and CUinfoSecurity.com, introduce a new web event that explores a topic of skyrocketing concern and importance within the financial services community: violence in the workplace. - June 19, 2008 - Information Security Media Group
PBD: PowerShares Global Clean Energy is Worth a Second Look
PBD climbs the rankings of Don Dion's PowerShares Momentum Tracker. - June 19, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Focus Management Group Awarded Financial Restructuring Advisor Firm of the Year
J. Tim Pruban, President of Focus Management Group, is proud to announce that the nationwide business restructuring and turnaround consulting firm was recognized as the Financial Restructuring Advisor Firm of the Year at the Third Annual Middle Marketing Financing Awards, sponsored by The M&A... - June 19, 2008 - Focus Management Group
First Choice Business Brokers Announces Master Franchises Available in the UK
Nevada franchise company plans branch office in London – Proven Franchise Concept to be transferred to the European market. - June 19, 2008 - First Choice Business Brokers
NW Foreclosure Advisors Offers New Programs to Help Lenders and Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure
Mortgage Broker Referral and Loan Modification Programs implemented to provide more foreclosure services to people in need. - June 18, 2008 - NW Foreclosure Advisors
Macroaxis Launches Portfolio Builder and Equity Market Screener
Macroaxis Corporation, a software company specializing in on-demand solutions for the wealth management sector, announced today the availability of next release of its Wealth Management Collaboration Platform. - June 18, 2008 - Macroaxis Corporation
Intrannuity Releases Newest Version of Its iBilling Client Library
The newest version of Intrannuity’s iBilling Client now includes full support for the .Net platform as well as, the addition of new fraud protection features included as part of the standard distribution. - June 18, 2008 - Intrannuity
Wall Street Gambling Risks Surpass Las Vegas: Study
In a four-year study conducted in Las Vegas by Securities Arbitration Group & Hotline, 77% of responding Americans were found to trust Las Vegas gaming odds over those obtained by investing with Wall Street firms. What does this say about the state of investing in stocks and other investments today? What does this mean to the savings rate of Americans? How does Wall Street rebuild lost trust and can it? Can government take action and should it help? - June 18, 2008 - Securities Arbitration USA
M3NetworX, Inc. Retains O’Keefe Investment Banking to Raise Initial Round of External Funding
M3NetworX, Inc., a direct-response mobile marketing and advertising company that utilizes proprietary technology to target cell phone users and enhance the business and personal needs of its clients, today announced that it has retained O’Keefe & Associates’ Investment Banking group... - June 18, 2008 - O’Keefe & Associates Consulting, LLC
Electronic Payment Processing Leader PaySimple Partners with IP Commerce to Power Its Credit Card Processing via the IP Commerce Platform
PaySimple, the leading provider of SaaS (Software as a Service) on-demand electronic payment solutions for small businesses, announced that it has entered into an agreement with IP Commerce, Inc., a software company delivering on-demand access to the next generation of commerce services, to... - June 18, 2008 - PaySimple
Mahoney & Associates Hires Jason Palmadesso
Mahoney & Associates grows the sales & marketing team with the addition of Jason Palmadesso. June 6, 2008 – Mahoney & Associates, a privately-held compensation and benefits management firm, announces the appointment of Jason Palmadesso. Jason Palmadesso joins M&A as... - June 18, 2008 - Mahoney & Associates
Mahoney & Associates Welcomes Ira Sabin as Financial Services Professional
Mahoney & Associates grows the sales & marketing team with the addition of Ira Sabin. Mahoney & Associates, a privately-held compensation and benefits management firm, announces the appointment of Ira Sabin as Financial Services Professional. Mr. Sabin brings with him over 30 years of... - June 18, 2008 - Mahoney & Associates
ISMG Launches Survey Gaging Progress Toward Identity Theft Red Flags Rule Compliance
BankInfoSecurity.com and CUinfoSecurity.com launch its new Identity Theft Red Flags Survey. - June 18, 2008 - Information Security Media Group
MBAF Elects Jeff Blinn and Leif Novie New Partners
Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP (MBAF), Florida’s largest independent public accounting firm, announces that Jeffrey Blinn and Leif Novie have been named partners. Blinn and Novie were both previously directors at MBAF serving in the Tax and Accounting Department. Both Blinn and... - June 18, 2008 - MBAF LLC
Regulatory Arbitrage Opportunities for Hedge Funds - Hotel Baur au Lac, Zurich
A unique presentation for Hedge Fund / Portfolio Managers and Analysts who are open to innovative, creative, non-formulaic, non-algorithmic strategies like regulatory arbitrage. - June 17, 2008 - Compliance LLC
Newly Opened St Paul's Serviced Office Centre, Central London
Snow Hill’s new serviced office centre has just opened 20,000 sq ft of office space due to the high demand in the St Paul’s area, Central London. The serviced office space available in this building combines modern innovative workspace and stylish atmosphere. This is far more than only... - June 16, 2008 - Search Office Space
IXN: a Bet on Big Tech with a Global Flavor
IXN clinches 4th week in ETF Momentum Tracker's Top 20. - June 16, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Executives Launch New Healthcare and Insurance Fund
Tom Grant, former Chief Executive Officer of LabOne, and Bill Grant, former Vice President of Sales at LabOne, announce the launch of their investment firm, Haakon Capital. The new firm will focus its activities on making investments in private healthcare and insurance distribution. “We have... - June 16, 2008 - Haakon Capital