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JP Turner Representative Ed Baxter Announces New Website
JP Turner & Company, LLC, an independent brokerage headquartered in Atlanta, announces launch of Texas branch website. - May 28, 2009 - J.P. Turner & Company, LLC
First Investors Corporation - First Investors Life Rolls Out Updated Term Life Insurance
The updated First Investors Life Level Term product offers new features and benefits. A new underwriting category, Preferred Plus, has been added, which gives the most insurable candidates the opportunity to benefit from First Investors Life’s best term premium rates. - May 28, 2009 - First Investors Media
Addaptron Software Releases Neural Network Stock Predictor
Addaptron Software released a new upgraded version of Neural Network Stock Trend Predictor, NNSTP-2. It is a tool for stock market investors and traders to predict stock prices for short terms and to find the best timing to buy and sell. - May 23, 2009 - Addaptron Software
Kim Ciccarelli Kantor, CFP®, CAP™ Among “Best of Best” Financial Advisors Attending Barron's Winner's Circle Top Independent Advisors Summit
Exclusive Conference Hosts Wealth Management Leaders and Industry Decision Makers - May 22, 2009 - Ciccarelli Advisory Services, Inc.
First Investors Corporation: First Investors National Tax Exempt Funds Are Reviewed in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine
The First Investors Insured Tax Exempt Fund II (EIITX) and the First Investors Insured Tax Exempt Fund (FITAX) and were ranked first and fifth, respectively, in the long-term municipal bond fund category in the May issue of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine. - May 20, 2009 - First Investors Media
Capricorn Currency Fund European Performance Award Nomination
The Capricorn Currency Fund strategy has been nominated for the European Performance Award as 'Best Newcomer' for 2008. - May 16, 2009 - Capricorn Strategies
JP Turner Announces Scott Holcomb Selected as a Manfred Wörner Fellow
JP Turner’s general counsel was one of 30 selected to attend the Manfred Wörner Seminar to study transatlantic and U.S.–German security policies. - May 14, 2009 - J.P. Turner & Company, LLC
First Investors Offices Across the Country Are Hiring Financial Services Representatives
First Investors Corporation is looking for smart, highly motivated individuals to join its team. Recent college graduates are especially encouraged to apply. A background in business or finance is not required to apply for the position of First Investors Financial Services Representative. - May 13, 2009 - First Investors Media
J. Scott McKee Receives National Recognition for His Exceptional Work
J. Scott McKee, a long-time Eugene Financial Advisor has been named to Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc. prestigious Chairman’s Council. This status was given to only 11 Berthel Fisher advisors based on their 2008 accomplishments. McKee was recognized for his exceptional... - May 09, 2009 - Quality Financial Group, Inc
Jenison Financial Planning Firm Offers Second Opinion Investment Reviews
West Michigan Wealth is offering no-cost, no-obligation second opinion investment reviews during the month of May. - May 08, 2009 - West Michigan Wealth Management, LLC
First Investors Life Introduces FIRST ADVANTAGE, a New Fixed Deferred Annuity
The FIRST ADVANTAGE annuity from First Investors Life is designed for those who want both growth and safety for their retirement savings, as well as the opportunity to establish a safety net of guaranteed1 retirement income. - May 06, 2009 - First Investors Media
First Investors Announces New Subadviser
First Investors is pleased to announce that Muzinich & Co., Inc. (“Muzinich”) is now serving as the investment subadviser of the First Investors Fund For Income and the First Investors Life Series High Yield Fund. - April 29, 2009 - First Investors Media
JP Turner Welcomes New Investment Banking Analyst
JP Turner hires Joe Walker to serve as an analyst for their growing Investment Banking Division. - April 29, 2009 - J.P. Turner & Company, LLC
First Investors Opens New Salt Lake City Office
First Investors has opened a new office in Sandy, Utah, a suburb of Salt Lake City. Heading up the new office is Division Manager Travis Johanson. - April 22, 2009 - First Investors Media
Utah Investment Advisor Steers Clear of 2008 Market Crash
Dennis Slothower, Chief Investment Officer of Alpine Capital Management and Editor of the On The Money and Stealth Stocks investment newsletters, was among a select few investment advisors who successfully navigated his clients and readers through the tumultuous 2008 stock market collapse. A year... - April 21, 2009 - Alpine Capital Management, llc
Desai Research Launches New Fundamentals-Based Index Series
Desai Research Associates, the first Independent Stock Indexing Company from India, is launching indices based on its proprietary index calculation methodology for Indian and US equity markets. - April 19, 2009 - Desai Research Associates
Patrick Power, JP Turner, Elected to the National Investment Banking Association's Board of Directors
JP Turner managing director will serve three-year term on the Board of Directors for the National Investment Banking Association. - April 17, 2009 - J.P. Turner & Company, LLC
Cheyne Capital Appoints Chris Goekjian as Chief Investment Officer
Cheyne Capital Management (UK) LLP is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Goekjian as partner and Chief Investment Officer ("CIO"). - April 17, 2009 - Cheyne capital
First Investors Insights - Spring 2009 Issue is Now Available
First Investors just released the Spring 2009 issue of First Investors Insights. First Investors Insights is a semi-annual newsletter that is mailed with clients’ account statements. It is also available on www.firstinvestors.com under the header, “Information Center.” The... - April 15, 2009 - First Investors Media
Tax Tips for IRA Contributions
With the tax deadline looming, W. Landon Watts, wealth strategist for Banyan Rock & Talent advises that there is still time to make donations to individual retirement accounts that may be able to reduce taxable income for 2008. - April 12, 2009 - Banyan Rock & Talent
Jackson Hewitt - Four Corners Office Outlines Important Tips for Last-Minute Tax Return Filers
Today kicks off the final week of tax season 2009; and with just seven days left, millions of consumers have yet to file an income tax return. For those people, the last few days before the official deadline could prove to be nerve-racking. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners office has... - April 12, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Are You Prepared for Tax-Free Investing? Roth IRA Changes Coming in 2010 Make it Possible
Are you one of the thousands of investors who thought you would never qualify for a Roth IRA? Have you been shut out of one of the most powerful wealth building tools because your income was too high? Well that is about to change. - April 08, 2009 - Equity Trust Company
First Investors Lexington Office - Frank Patton Promoted to Division Manager
First Investors is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Patton to the position of Division Manager of the Lexington, Kentucky sales office. The promotion took effect February 2, 2009. A graduate of Western Kentucky University, Frank Patton has been with First Investors since 2001, when he... - April 08, 2009 - First Investors Media
Entrust Administration, Inc. Launches New Educational Website for IRA Investors
Entrust Administration Inc., the leader in custodial services for self-directed retirement accounts has launched a new educational website for IRA investors. Investors wishing to diversify their retirement plans into alternative assets can get all the education and tools they need at this new... - April 06, 2009 - Entrust Administration Inc
Securian Financial Group is Pleased to Welcome Brent Foster as Financial Advisor & Securities Representative of the Centennial Group.
The Centennial Group has experienced professionals and sound financial strategies. They provide objective customized solutions to assist individuals, professional and business owners in reaching their financial goals. They offer a comprehensive line of products and services, as well as diverse financial expertise and responsive service. From insurance needs to college funding, retirement or estate planning, they are committed to helping clients accomplish their long-term financial objectives. - April 04, 2009 - The Centennial Group
A Residential Real Estate Developer Has One of the Best Weeks in the Nation
A Chicago developer had the best buyer activity and sales last week of any new construction project in Chicago and possibly the nation. - April 03, 2009 - The Kopley Group, Inc.
VisionQuest Announces New Investment Partnership with Lenger Asset Management
VisionQuest Wealth Management, a Raleigh-based firm serving as a personal CFO to individuals and families, announces its new investment partnership with Lenger Asset Management. “Changes in the capital market environment prompted us to re-evaluate our investment platform. We found that... - April 02, 2009 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
United Medical Brokers Launches Website Dedicated to Purchase and Sale of Medical Related Businesses and Real Estate
United Medical Brokers announced its nationwide launch today from its corporate headquarters. United Medical Brokers www.unitedmedicalbrokers.com is now offering nationwide brokerage services for buyers and sellers of medical practices, medical related businesses, and medical related real... - April 01, 2009 - United Medical Brokers
First Investors Special Situations Fund is Top-Ten in Wall Street Journal Rankings
The First Investors Special Situations Fund (FISSX) was ranked eighth in the Small-Cap Value category by The Wall Street Journal. The Wall Street Journal ranked the top-performing funds in 16 different categories, ranked by year-to-date total returns as of February 27, 2009. Total return was... - April 01, 2009 - First Investors Media
Alchemex Australia Introduces Advanced Business Reporting Made Simple for MYOB Small Business Users - Alchemex for MYOB Has Been Released in Australasia
Alchemex, one of the Business Intelligence industry's fastest growing mid-size software vendors, has released it’s latest offering which is a major play on the accounting market in the Australian territory. It’s “Alchemex for MYOB Small Business” reporting solution has been... - March 30, 2009 - Alchemex Pty Ltd
Local Wachovia Securities Financial Advisor Awarded CFP® Designation
Wachovia Securities is proud to announce that Financial Advisor Glen Simmonds, First Vice President – Investment Officer, has been awarded the designation Certified Financial Planner™ - one of the industry’s most prestigious and demanding designations. The CFP® mark... - March 29, 2009 - Wachovia Securities, LLC
First Investors Encourages Investors to Plant the Seeds for Their Financial Futures
First Investors believes the fundamentals of saving and investing are not unlike those of gardening. If an investor wants his or her portfolio to have the potential to grow and bear fruit in the future, he or she needs to plant the seeds today. - March 25, 2009 - First Investors Media
Lytel-Pugh Engagement Announcement
Mr. and Mrs. Roger (Joye) Lytel are delighted to announce the engagement of their son, Kipley James Lytel to Miss Diana Agnese Pugh, all of Santa Barbara. The recent engagement was celebrated on a family European cruise during the holidays. Kipley graduated from Montecito Union, Laguna Blanca and... - March 24, 2009 - Montecito Capital Management Group
First Investors Chairman’s Council - Patrick Sciarra Seeks to Reclaim Top Spot
Although he has several weeks left until the final tally on April 24, Patrick Sciarra looks strong in the First Investors’ performance rankings for 2008-09. - March 18, 2009 - First Investors Media
Fidelity Independent Adviser Names ETFOX as Best Fund
Donald R. Dion Jr. announced Fidelity Independent Adviser’s selection of the ETF Market Opportunity Fund (ETFOX) as the “Best Fund for Second Quarter 2009” in a special subscriber report now available free to the public online at Fidelity Independent Adviser's website. - March 18, 2009 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Ciccarelli Advisory Services, Inc. Earns Barron’s Award
Ciccarelli Advisory Services, Inc., is pleased to announce that the firm has been included in the “Top 1,000 Advisers” in Barron’s Business and Financial Weekly. This is the first year for ranking the top advisers in each of the 50 states. The firm is one of five independent... - March 15, 2009 - Ciccarelli Advisory Services, Inc.
Capricorn's Currency Fund Product Available as a USD-Based Fund
Established as a CHF denominated offshore fund, the Capricorn currency fund (ISIN KYG5204Q1165; ISIN KYG5204Q2312) product is now investible in several share classes and as a US onshore fund. - March 14, 2009 - Capricorn Strategies
Cheyne Capital Announces New Appointments
Cheyne Capital announced the appointments of Stephen Best and Nicolas Vocs as key positions. - March 13, 2009 - Cheyne capital
Gift Giving Can Help Family and Friends Now, Save on Taxes Later
With many people reeling from the recent financial turmoil of the last 12 months, tax-free gift giving offers a way for individuals to provide immediate and longer-term financial stability of friends and family. - March 12, 2009 - Banyan Rock & Talent
Two Year, No Questions Asked, Buy-Back Guarantee - A Developer, Taking the Fear Out of Buying, is Selling Real Estate
The Kopley Group is selling their Real Estate despite one of the slowest markets on record. They are doing it by letting their home owners have a change of heart any time during the 24 months after closing. And, the results are amazing. - March 11, 2009 - The Kopley Group, Inc.
Jackson Hewitt – Four Corners Serves Up Tax Savings for Area Food and Beverage Workers
Participating Locations in Silver Spring Four Corners Offer Discounts for Food and Beverage Workers from March 9 through 15. - March 11, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
First Investors Encourages Clients to Contribute to Their IRAs
Income tax returns are due shortly, but many investors may still have a chance to take one more deduction. - March 11, 2009 - First Investors Media
New Tax Law Changes Can Help Taxpayers Save Money Jackson Hewitt – Four Corners Highlights Changes That May Spell Tax Time Savings for Maryland Taxpayers
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® - Four Corners office encourages taxpayers to find out how these new tax credits and deductions can help lower their individual tax liability and possibly put more money back in their pockets this tax season. - March 08, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Jackson Hewitt® Four Corners Offers Insight on Itemizing Deductions on 2008 Tax Returns
To ensure consumers get the most out of their tax return this tax season, The Jackson Hewitt - Four Corners office, offers advice on determining when to itemize deductions. “Itemizing on a tax return is not just for homeowners seeking to deduct mortgage interest and property taxes,”... - March 06, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service – Four Corners Urges Taxpayers to be Aware of Commonly Overlooked Deductions
In this economy, every dollar counts. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® - Four Corners office urges taxpayers to be aware of the most commonly overlooked deductions that may help increase their refund or keep more money in their pockets this tax season. “One way to help maximize your dollars... - March 06, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Jackson Hewitt® Four Corners Celebrates Tradespersons, Maintenance, Construction and Union Workers with Occupation-Related Tax Savings from February 25 Through March 8
The Jackson Hewitt - Four Corners office, celebrates laborers, maintenance and construction workers today through Sunday, March 8, 2009, when participating Jackson Hewitt locations will offer mechanics, welders, electricians, plumbers, truck / bus drivers, maintenance, construction, Union workers... - March 05, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
First Investors Included in Barron’s Annual Fund Ranking Survey
First Investors placed 14th out of the 59 fund families in Barron’s annual fund ranking survey for 2009. Published in conjunction with Lipper, the survey is based on 2008’s results. As in the past, Barron’s has segmented the universe of funds into five categories: U.S. Equity (48. - March 04, 2009 - First Investors Media
Survive The Recession – Be E.I.
The following press release informs individuals how-to survive the worst recession since the great depression. - March 01, 2009 - E.I. Enterprise LLC
Freedom Growth Announces New Retirement Plan Option for Small Business
Beyond traditional 401(k)s, small businesses now have more options to offer their employees with new self-directed retirement plans taking the control out of Wall Street’s hands and giving it to the individual. - February 27, 2009 - Freedom Growth
Pension Analytix Inc., Announces the Integration of Its Proprietary Plan Sponsor Database with Salesforce.com
Pension Analytix, Inc., a leading provider of marketing analytics for defined contribution and defined benefit plans, today announced their latest offering - the integration of their proprietary technology based analytics with Salesforce.com. This feature provides sales and marketing professionals... - February 26, 2009 - Pension Analytics Inc.