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Local Wealth Strategist Achieves Certified Financial Planner Designation
Brant Spesshardt has completed financial planning and met the experience needed to use the certification marks CFP, Certified Financial Planner. - February 27, 2008 - Banyan Rock & Talent
Tax Rebates for Paying Down Credit Card Debt
Many consumers will likely use their tax rebates for debt repayment as being debt-free is the top New Year’s Resolution for 2008. - February 27, 2008 - National Financial Awareness Network, Inc.
Excend Instructs Business Leaders from Central America on Strategies for Expanding Their Operations Into the United States Market
Excend made a keynote presentation at the International Trade Centre executive-level conference in Antigua, Guatemala to instruct business leaders on strategies and tactics for expanding their businesses into the United States market. The International Trade Centre—the joint technical cooperation agency of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the World Trade Organization (WTO)—hosted the conference in order to facilitate increased international commerce. - February 26, 2008 - Excend
Healthcare Scouts Acquires New National Office
Healthcare Scouts recently acquired over 9,000 square feet of A+ office space for future retention and expansion purposes. "The ability to provide our employees with A+ office space and amenities goes a long way in our efforts to retain our top performers" states Brian Hudson, President... - February 25, 2008 - Healthcare Scouts
First Priority Financial Launches Innovative New Employee Benefit
Companies can provide real estate services to employees to enhance their benefit package. - February 24, 2008 - First Priority Financial
Waverly Tax Service, Inc. Outlines Top "5" Steps to Take for Those Who May Qualify for a Stimulus Payment Rebate
Now that the stimulus plan has been signed into law, many people are wondering if they qualify and how to ensure they receive this rebate. The Ellicott City, MD office of Waverly Tax Service is working with local taxpayers to offer some at-a-glance facts and identify the Top “5” Things Most Individuals Can Do for those who qualify for a tax rebate as part of the stimulus plan. - February 24, 2008 - Waverly Tax Service, Inc. - Ellicott City, MD Office
Reggie Karas to Participate on SIFMA Panel
Reggie Karas, SVP Heath Savings Accounts, has been selected to participate in the SIFMA (Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) Savings and Retirement Symposium on February 28-29 at the Fairmont in Washington, D.C. Ms. Karas will sit on a panel entitled “Impact of Healthcare... - February 24, 2008 - Millennium Trust Company
Entrepreneurial Companies See Revenue Increases During What Experts Declared a “Stalled” US Economy in January
Private Company Index (PCI) calculations for month-end January 2008 transcended any concerns of stagnation with a 3.4% increase calculated from portfolio companies’ January top-line revenues. - February 23, 2008 - Private Company Index
Bristol County Savings Bank Names Frank Cusanno Mortgage Consultant at Their Franklin, MA Office
Cusanno will be serving the mortgage needs of residents of Franklin as well as the surrounding communities of Bellingham, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, Sharon, Walpole and Wrentham. - February 23, 2008 - Bristol County Savings Bank
"Could an Overweight Candidate be Elected President?" Article Released by Author Frances Lewis for Your Best Weight Loss Site
This short article examines the link between image and perception versus reality and message in the race for the White House. The author poses the question of whether or not an obese person could become President and how the American public might respond to it. - February 23, 2008 - Easy Futures Investing
ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained by Personal Training Studio
Jeff Snell, principal broker for ENLIGN Business Brokers (www.enlign.com), has announced that the firm has been retained by a franchised personal training studio with two locations to represent them in the sale of the business. The business, which offers one-on-one training to an upscale clientele,... - February 22, 2008 - ENLIGN Business Brokers
"The Fatal Three – Salt, Body Mass Index, and High Blood Pressure" Article Released by Author Frances Lewis for Your Best Weight Loss Site
The link between obesity and Hypertension is discussed in this article found on Your Best Weight Loss Site, an educational blog about health and weight loss. The statistics show that one in three American adults have high blood pressure and about 30% are not aware of it. - February 22, 2008 - Easy Futures Investing
"How Many Overweight People Do You See in Commercials" Article Released by Author Frances Lewis for Your Best Weight Loss Site
This short article examines the subliminal message portrayed on TV of thin versus overweight people. It also outlines strategies to help change old diet habits into new healthy ones. The author looks at weight loss, exercise, and nutrition. - February 22, 2008 - Easy Futures Investing
Why LowVARates.com Told VA Loan Holders to Lock Loans in 2 Months Ago and Reiterate That Request Again
In December of 2007 LowVARates.com issued a press release titled, "Veteran home owners must pull the rate lock trigger immediately." In this press release home owners were advised to quit waiting around for interest rates to go lower and to lock in their rates immediately. Currently the VA interest rate market, along with conventional and all other interest rates for that matter has risen to new highs. In summary, interest rates are climbing and there is not a real clear end in sight. - February 21, 2008 - Low VA Rates
Economic Stimulus Bill Good News for California Mortgages
As predicted president Bush recently signed the economic stimulus bill into law. And for people in California, this is exciting news. Why? Much lower interest rates are available to someone who has a conforming loan than those who have jumbo loans. - February 21, 2008 - MLS, Mortgage Loan Specialists
Crescent State Bank Announces New Commercial Banking Manager
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that Rick Merrill has joined the bank as a commercial banking manager. In this position, Merrill will focus his activities on generating loans... - February 21, 2008 - Crescent State Bank
SIA Group Names Employee Benefits Consultant
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Jon Blackwell has been named employee benefits consultant. In this position, Blackwell will be responsible for business development, cost-benefit... - February 21, 2008 - SIA Group
Venture Farm and Frontera Group Enter Into a Strategic Partnership
Frontera will co-invest in Venture Farm’s early-stage funding and execution initiatives. - February 21, 2008 - Venture Farm
"The Link Between Obesity and Diabetes" Article Released by Author Frances Lewis for Your Best Weight Loss Site
The link between obesity and Diabetes is discussed in this article found on Your Best Weight Loss Site, an educational blog about health and weight loss. The statistics show that one out of every three persons born in the United States is at risk for developing this disease. - February 21, 2008 - Easy Futures Investing
Florida Private Company Raises Money Through TIGRcubsTM
AnnuitEASE.com, a data consolidator of annuity pricing information for professional financial advisors, successfully gained private investors attention with Entrex’s TIGRcubTM product. The proprietary instrument, a patent pending and trademarked name for “Top-line Income Generation... - February 20, 2008 - Private Company Index
National Mortgage & Trust Deed Buyer Offers Free How-To Manual for Note Holders
For people that hold an owner financed mortgage or deed of trust, one note buyer is offering a crucial how-to guide on managing this investment. - February 20, 2008 - FastNoteOffers
TLT Consulting Unveils the 100% Project Funding Solution
A Cash Loan with Credit Enhancement Delivery. - February 20, 2008 - TLT Consulting
Abalos & Associates, PLLC Announces New Staff Accountant
Sandy Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC (www.abaloscpa.com), has announced that Jamil Coury has joined the firm as a staff accountant. In this position, Coury will handle tax returns for businesses and individuals and assist clients with accounting needs. Coury, who was... - February 20, 2008 - Abalos & Associates
YapStone’s RentPayment ™ Division Announces Rent by Text™ Through CardinalCommerce’s Mobile Technology, Cardinal MAX™
RentPayment, a division of YapStone, Inc., the country’s largest payment processor to the multi-family property market, announced today the implementation of Cardinal MAX™, the mobile platform from CardinalCommerce Corporation, to allow residents to make payments via their mobile phones. - February 19, 2008 - Yapstone, Inc.
Farm Bureau Insurance and ODAC Honor Scholar Athletes
The 2007-08 Fall sports winners have been selected. They are: Tom Brower, Washington and Lee (Men’s Cross Country); Becca Taylor, Washington and Lee (Women’s Cross Country); Kristina Landis, Eastern Mennonite (Field Hockey); Jeff Highfill, Bridgewater (Football); Travis Cober, Virginia Wesleyan (Men’s Soccer); Lauren Askey, Lynchburg (Women’s Soccer); Michelle Kutcher, Randolph-Macon (Volleyball) - February 19, 2008 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Much Needed Solution to Expensive Vehicle Repairs Finally Arrives
Car Repair Financing Company announces its grand-opening, filling a void in the car repair industry. - February 19, 2008 - CARFCO - Car Repair Financing Co.
Interest Rate Cuts Help Spur Slowing California Real Estate Market and Increase California Home Loan Requests
A new interest rate cut in California home loans effects real estate market. - February 17, 2008 - Derek Beisner, Premier Lending Group
Commercial Real Estate & Financial Consulting Firm Expands Operation Into Puerto Rico, Caribbean Islands, Cost Rica, Panama, Latin America, Mexico, and Canada
Aspen Financial Partners, LLC headquartered in Denver, CO is a privately held commercial real estate advisory & financial consulting firm comprised of a core group of seasoned professionals who work aggressively to provide our clients with commercial real estate investment banking expertise, commercial loan origination, super jumbo residential loan origination, specialized project advisory services and most importantly, comprehensive access to the capital markets. - February 16, 2008 - Aspen Financial Partners, LLC
"Lose Your Weight or Lose Your Life" Article Released
Frances Lewis is a 30+-year veteran of the health services business. Frances has always had a passion for teaching and education. She helps others to gain control of their health and their weight. Her article, "Lose Your Weight Or Lose Your Life" is now available. - February 16, 2008 - Easy Futures Investing
Andrew Fullmer Earns Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist (CMPS) Designation
Affinity Mortgage adds another Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist to the firm. - February 16, 2008 - Affinity Mortgage Corporation
YapStone Announces Card-Present Processing with Online Integration
YapStone, Inc., through its RentPayment™ division, is the Country’s largest payment processor to the property market, focusing primarily on apartments, student housing, homeowner associations, and other property-related markets. - February 15, 2008 - Yapstone, Inc.
Homeowner’s Advocate Provides Options to Floridians in Mortgage Foreclosure
Sunny-Isles Real Estate Attorney Says Homeowners Have Options to Protect Their Property and Credit - February 15, 2008 - Homeowner's Advocate, LLC
Nitenite Scoops Innovation Award
The micro-boutique hotel concept nitenite has been recognised for “excellence in innovation” by an independent judging panel at the Hotel Excellence Awards hosted by Hotel Reservation Service. - February 15, 2008 - nitenite cityhotels
IPA Charities Supports Women's Networking Community Event
IPA Charities has contributed $25,000 to POWER®: Opening Doors for Women, a celebratory evening of networking opportunities for Chicago-area women of all ages and business levels. “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to impact the more than 500 women who participate in this... - February 15, 2008 - IPA
International Profit Associates Managing Director Appointed to ABI's Board of Governors
International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) Managing Director, John R. Burgess, has been appointed to the American Biographical Institute’s (ABI) Board of Governors. “It is in the opinion of the association’s officers that your brilliant achievements and notable deeds deserve... - February 15, 2008 - IPA
YapStone’s RentPayment™ Will Significantly Benefit from MasterCard’s New Lower Emerging Market Rate for the Property Sector
YapStone, Inc., through its RentPayment™ division, is the Country’s largest payment processor to the property market, focusing primarily on apartments, student housing, homeowner associations, and other property-related markets. - February 14, 2008 - Yapstone, Inc.
Delaware Based Firm Scores Top Honors for Three Year Growth According to Private Company Index
The Private Company Index (PCI) is pleased to name Appletree Answering Service as its 2007 Top Growth Company. The 12-year old Wilmington-based company, offering live answering and call center services, experienced average annual revenue growth of 65% over the past three years. A $12 million... - February 14, 2008 - Private Company Index
Bob Watson Joins ENLIGN Business Brokers
Jeff Snell, principal broker for ENLIGN Business Brokers (www.enlign.com), a firm providing seller and buyer services, professional negotiation, and valuation and marketing services to small- and medium-business sellers and buyers, has announced that Robert W. “Bob” Watson has joined... - February 14, 2008 - ENLIGN Business Brokers
Crescent State Bank Named "Best Business in Garner"
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 Garner office has been named “Best Business in Garner” by The Garner Citizen News & Times. - February 14, 2008 - Crescent State Bank
Canara Bank Now a Part of India’s Largest Direct Debit Engine
Avenues merchants, hoteliers and event organizers can now accept net banking payments from customers of 18 of India’s largest banks. - February 14, 2008 - Avenues India Pvt. Ltd.
Debt Settlement America Recognized for Excellence and Service Among Their Peers
At the 2008 Annual Convention for The Association of Settlement Companies (TASC) this week in Las Vegas, Debt Settlement America (DSA) President and CEO, Chris Kesterson, accepted the “TASC 2007 Member Company of the Year President’s Award” on behalf of his company DSA. - February 13, 2008 - Debt Settlement America
SIA Group Names Loss Control Consultant
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that R. Adam White has been hired as a loss control consultant. In this position, White will be responsible for educating sales representatives and clients... - February 13, 2008 - SIA Group
Houston TABB Chapter Announces Luncheon with Guest Speaker Former Federal Reservist Bill Sherrill
Former Federal Reservist Bill Sherrill to discuss Houston's Economic Outlook for 2008 as guest speaker at the Texas Association of Business Brokers Houston Chapter February 27, 2008. - February 13, 2008 - Certified Business Brokers
Kristin Abouelata Home Loan Specialist Joins Mortgage Investors Group as a Mortgage Banking Officer at the Knoxville (Home Office) Branch
Mortgage Investors Group is pleased to announce that Kristin Abouelata has come on board as a Mortgage Banking Officer at the Knoxville (Home Office) branch. Kristin is a native of Maryville, Tennessee, and resident of Knoxville. She is a graduate from Clemson University, South Carolina; receiving... - February 12, 2008 - Kristin Abouelata - Mortgage Investors Group
Reliance Technology Ventures Limited Directs Investment Into Sequans Communications
Reliance Technology Ventures Limited (RTVL), the corporate venture capital arm of the Reliance ADA Group, has directed the investment of an undisclosed amount in Sequans Communications (Sequans). RTVL is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Reliance Capital Ltd. 1. Sequans Communications, a leading... - February 12, 2008 - Reliance Venture Asset Management Ltd
Faster, Easier, Better Value Car Insurance – Revamped Aussie Site Offers More
When it comes to car insurance, Australia benefits from a range of companies. Now, 1 Cover has revamped and streamlined their site and processes to raise the bar on insurance standards. One of the first companies with enough vision to capture the strengths of the Internet and go online with car... - February 11, 2008 - 1Cover Car Insurance
SAFFE Tech Inc. Provides a Cost Effective Web Based OFAC Scanning Service
SAFFE Tech Inc. announces the release of its web based OFAC screening solution for all US businesses large or small. The screening system is cross-referenced against the OFAC list and updated directly from OFAC, thus insuring the information available is the most recent. State of the art servers afford customers the efficiency and effectiveness of a secure connection necessary to meet demands in today’s market. - February 10, 2008 - Security Against Fraudulent Financial Exchanges
Tony Award Winner Acquires $2.67M for New Project
Fast Capital 360, LLC, (FC360) recently acquired a $2.67M loan for a veteran Tony Award-winning costume designer’s new business venture. The designer, who wishes to keep his name out of the papers for the time being, has been recognized for his excellent work in numerous Broadway hits. He has... - February 10, 2008 - Fast Capital 360
FISC Signs on Two More FISCheckAccelerator Clients
FISC, a leader in the payment processing industry, has signed Bangor Hydro Electric Company and Aquarion Water Company to its latest cash management product, FISCheckAcceleratorTM, marking FISC’s 40th and 41st clients, respectively, to utilize an electronic deposit benefit. - February 10, 2008 - FISC Solutions
ProFund Real Estate Releases New San Diego Foreclosure Service and Web Interface
ProFund Financial & Real Estate announces new foreclosure service and web interface through their website www.profundrealestate.com - February 09, 2008 - ProFund Financial and Real Estate