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Kathleen Pratt Joins Pratt & Company Team at RE/MAX Pro Realty
Pratt & Company at RE/MAX Pro Realty has announced Kathleen Pratt is the latest addition to their growing real estate franchise. Pratt is a licensed Realtor® and marketing specialist for Pratt & Company at RE/MAX Pro Realty in Charleston, SC. Pratt & Company has been selling and... - September 07, 2018 - Pratt & Company @ RE/MAX Pro Realty
FundU-Growth Fund - the New Small Business Grant
FIND U FINANCE, a trading name of Channel Link Enterprises Finance PLC, has been put in charge of a new type of Government funding called the FundU-Growth Fund. The grant should lead to the expansion of existing companies and a growth in new startups. - September 07, 2018 - Channel Link Enterprises Finance PLC
Movement Mortgage Welcomes Loan Officer Marie Fox in Asheville, N.C.
Movement Mortgage, a top 10 national retail mortgage lender, has hired industry veteran Marie Fox in its Asheville, N.C. market. - September 04, 2018 - Movement Mortgage
Spencer Savings Bank Appoints John C. Duncan to Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer
Spencer Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of John C. Duncan to the position of Executive Vice President & Chief Lending Officer. Duncan, formerly Senior Vice President & Senior Lending Officer, has management and credit responsibility for the entirety of the Lending Division... - September 03, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
TFC Title Loans' New Los Angeles Location
TFC Title Loans announce that they have moved into an amazing new suite at 3055 Wilshire #530 Los Angeles, CA 90010. - August 31, 2018 - TFC Title Loans
Spencer Savings Bank Partners with Bergen Volunteer Center to Host "Tools For Schools" Drive
Bergen Volunteer Center’s “Tools For Schools” program helps needy families in the area get the supplies they need and excited about the new school year. For years, Spencer Savings Bank has hosted school supply drives to support the Bergen Volunteer Center in Hackensack. This year's three week drive, held at the bank’s headquarters and branches, collected more than 250 school supplies for the children. Items collected will benefit clients of the Mentoring Moms and Mentoring Youth program. - August 31, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
The BSC Group Arranges $5 Million Refinance of Historic Klee Plaza in Portage Park
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading Chicago based commercial real estate financing advisor, has arranged financing for The Klee Plaza in Portage Park’s "historic-style" six-corners shopping district in Chicago. The $5 million non-recourse loan featured a fixed interest rate for 10 years with interest only amortization. Loan proceeds were used to refinance existing debt and pay applicable closing costs. - August 29, 2018 - The BSC Group, LLC
SEG Funding Announces Advantage Campaign - Drives Small Business Lending Across All 50 States
Industry leading business loan specialist, SEG Funding reached a milestone with the funding of small business loans to its clients, about $700 Million and processed nearly 50,000 applications a year in SBA and Startup Business loans for its clients through its lending platform. - August 29, 2018 - SEG Funding
ATL Beltline Neighborhood Grows in Secret
Outside investors enhance Chosewood Park neighborhood by growing community. Revitalizing a Neighborhood. - August 28, 2018 - Beltwood Property Management
Popular Commercial Lending Group (PCLG) Has Formed a New Hotel Lending Division Branded Popular Hotel Finance
Popular Commercial Lending Group (PCLG) has formed a new division Popular Hotel Finance (PHF) to expand its existing hotel lending business. In 2018 PCLG and PHF have partnered with multiple secondary market investors with assets well in excess of $100 billion USD to increase hotel lending market... - August 28, 2018 - Popular Commercial Lending Group
18,920 Central Coast Small Businesses Threatened by Aging
Project Equity Data Shows Potential Losses and Opportunities with Employee Ownership - August 27, 2018 - Project Equity
DLP Dream Live Prosper Named to Inc. 5000 List for 6th Consecutive Year
DLP Dream Live Prosper family of companies recently earned the rank of 1530 on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. This marks the 6th year in a row that DLP has made this prestigious list that represents a unique look at the most successful companies... - August 24, 2018 - DLP Real Estate Capital
Hancock Mortgage Welcomes Scott Swinford, Branch Manager
Hancock Mortgage Partners, LLC is happy to announce the opening of their new Crown Point, IN location and the addition of Scott Swinford as the branch manager. The new office was opened in May of this year and is located at 10971 Four Seasons Place, Suite 104-B. It is a short distance outside the... - August 22, 2018 - Hancock Mortgage - Scott Swinford
Spencer Savings Bank Welcomes George Celentano as Head of the Retail Banking Division
Spencer Savings Bank is pleased to welcome George Celentano as Senior Vice President, Head of Retail Banking. Celentano will be responsible for the performance of the bank’s retail business across all products and channels and will lead the team in continuing to build and nurture strong relationships within the community. Celentano will be part of the Executive Management team and will report to Jose Guerrero, Chairman, President and CEO of Spencer Savings Bank. - August 20, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Industry Firm Directly Supports Association Membership Through Financial Assistance
MortgageManuals.com, a provider of mortgage policies and procedures and compliance services, saved 118 mortgage broker firms $10,600 in the last 12 months through its association discount program, according to a report compiled August 14, 2018. The program, which began recording association... - August 16, 2018 - QuickStart MortgageManuals.com
National Credit Partners Cracks the Code for Business Owners
National Credit Partners provide a lifeline for over-extended business owners who are drowning in debt with their ground-breaking Business Credit Dispute Program - August 15, 2018 - National Credit Partners
Spencer Savings Bank Welcomes New Branch Managers
Local banks need to have strong industry knowledge and experience, and also need to be able to provide a personal touch to really connect with customers and help them achieve their financial goals. Savings Bank is pleased to welcome two new Branch Managers to their Lyndhurst and Lodi branch locations. Radika Lutchman and Jill Gregg have joined the bank as Branch Managers and will be responsible for the management and business development of the bank’s Lyndhurst and Lodi locations. - August 14, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Receives NJBankers Award for Community Service
It's noteworthy when a local bank can help customers achieve their financial dreams, while also making their community a better place to live and work. Spencer Savings Bank is proud to announce that the New Jersey Banker Association has awarded the bank with the 2017 Community Service Silver Award. The award recognizes financial institutions for their efforts and initiatives which improve the lives of the citizens and communities that are served in New Jersey. - August 10, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Saving Bank Donates $5,000 to Habitat For Humanity, Supports Community Members in Realizing Their Dreams of Homeownership
Savings Bank recently made a $5,000 donation to Habitat For Humanity in support of community members realizing their dreams of homeownership. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. In addition to its work with Habitat, Spencer also runs a variety of programs that help community members, of all different income levels, achieve homeownership. - August 06, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Massey Moore Announces Transition to EXP Realty
Massey Moore, Atlanta’s #1 Home Selling Team, is announcing their recent switch from their former broker to EXP Realty. - August 03, 2018 - Massey Moore
Centric Technology Solutions, LLC Names Elizabeth Green as President
Recognized mortgage technology veteran in software product leadership for solutions in residential property valuation, loan origination, mortgage servicing and secondary marketing to lead valuation technology firm. - July 31, 2018 - Centric Technology Solutions, LLC
Financer.com Aims to Become the Leading Price Comparison Service for Loans and Other Financial Products
The global loan and finance comparison service Financer.com has experienced great growth over the first half of 2018 and is set to reach 1 million monthly visitors by the end of the year, a tenfold increase in traffic compared to last year. The main feature of Financer.com is to help consumers to... - July 27, 2018 - Financer.com
Early-Bird Registration Ends July 31 for the 33rd Annual WateReuse Symposium
U.S. Astronaut Captain Scott Kelly to Deliver Keynote Address - July 25, 2018 - WateReuse Association
Spencer Saving Bank Awards $26,000 in Scholarships to Gifted Students, Supports Local Students’ Education Dreams
Spencer Savings Bank recently awarded $26,000 in scholarships to 34 gifted students in local high schools and middle schools during a scholarship ceremony marking the bank’s 16th year supporting education dreams. Students from various New Jersey school districts, within Spencer’s... - July 24, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Financial Center Now Open in Downtown Westfield; Experience the Future of Banking Technology
Customers value community banks that integrate convenience and state-of-the-art technology. Spencer Savings Bank is excited to announce that it has officially opened its Financial Center in Downtown Westfield. The new center is located at 240 North Avenue West, directly across the train station, and features the latest technology to simplify the banking experience. Those interested can join the bank in celebrating their new location and take advantage of some of their special offers. - July 21, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Starbanco Business Finance Announces the Expansion of Its Commercial Lending Platform
Starbanco has begun the recruitment process to fill several key roles in the soon to be open offices located in Chicago, Dallas and San Francisco. - July 18, 2018 - Starbanco Business Finance
Dionese Elected Chair of PA Bankers Association
James V. Dionise, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mars Bank, was recently elected chair of the Pennsylvania Bankers Association (PA Bankers). As chair, he will lead Pennsylvania’s largest banking trade association. In this new position, Dionise will have oversight of the... - July 14, 2018 - Mars Bank
American Receivable Corporation Ranked #1
For 39 years Mr. Stieber and Mr. Gurney have grown a company that is receiving more and more recognition for being the best in class. Hiring the right people has been the key to their success. With an average tenure of over 20 years, the staff at American Receivable consistently delivers superior... - July 11, 2018 - American Receivable Corporation
Spencer Savings Bank Sponsors Financial Education Program for Almost 800 Local Students, Financial Education Key to Empowering the Community
Spencer Savings Bank believes financial education is the key to empowering the community. The bank is proud to announce that almost 800 local students increased their financial literacy knowledge through participation in the EverFi financial education program, sponsored by Spencer Savings Bank. - July 09, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
The Pugliese Company, Located in Delray Beach, Florida, Chosen by National TV Show "World’s Greatest!..." for Skills Developing Land and Keen Eye for Architectural Design
The Pugliese Company, located in Delray Beach, Florida, has been selected for the national television show “World’s Greatest!...” for its skill developing land and keen eye for architectural design. “World’s Greatest!...” is the popular television series, which brings people, places and companies into the spotlight. Brought to you by the award-winning researchers and producers at How2Media, in Boynton Beach, Florida, “World’s Greatest!...” is currently in its 12th season. - July 05, 2018 - The Pugliese Company
Omanye Limited Raising £500,000.00 on Crowdcube
The funds will go in support of plans to reach millions of the world’s unbanked and underbanked in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa. - July 04, 2018 - Omanye Limited
Flossie Lancaster, Loan Expert, at First Funding, Inc. Announces Series of Home Buyer Seminars to Educate Potential Homebuyers in the Maryland Area
Flossie, a seasoned Home Buyer Seminar Specialist with over 25 years of experience representing mortgage corporations, banks, and other lending institutions has announced a series of upcoming Home Buying educational sessions that offer expert advice for homeowners considering purchasing a home. - July 01, 2018 - First Funding, Inc.
Spencer Savings Bank Honored for Supporting The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Program
The American Cancer society leads the fight for a world without cancer. Recently, Spencer Savings Bank was honored by the American Cancer Society for its support of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer program. The bank was a recent sponsor and received an award for its support. - June 28, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Donates $10,000 to Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare, Committed to Improving Mental Health in the Community
Mental illness is a leading health crisis in America, and organizations are doing what they can to improve mental healthcare. Spencer Savings Bank recently did just that, by making a $10,000 donation to Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare (CBHCare), in support of improving mental health in the community. The bank has been working with and supporting the organization for over three years. Donations help the organization sustain essential counseling and support services in the community. - June 27, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank’s Marta Alexandre Appointed to Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce (GWACC) Board
When community members dedicate themselves to local businesses, those businesses thrive. Spencer Savings Bank’s Branch Manager Marta Alexandre has been appointed as new Board Member of the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce (GWACC), after serving as a member of the organization for the past eight years. Simultaneously, Alexandre will also be the Manager at Spencer's Westfield Financial Center opening in early July. - June 21, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
History-Making U.S. Astronaut Captain Scott Kelly to Deliver Keynote at 33rd Annual WateReuse Symposium
U.S. Astronaut, Captain Scott Kelly will deliver the keynote address for the 33rd Annual WateReuse Symposium, September 9-12, 2018, in Austin, Texas. Captain Scott Kelly’s keynote address about his awe-inspiring stories from space and personal reflections on leadership, teamwork and testing limits will set the stage for a comprehensive program on what's working, what's new, and what's next in water recycling. - June 20, 2018 - WateReuse Association
NACA Announces Philadelphia "Achieve the Dream" Home Ownership Event
Major Event to Help Low to Moderate Income Home Buyers June 21 – June 25 - June 15, 2018 - NACA
Hotel Capital Acquires The Tremont Chicago Hotel at Magnificent Mile and Mike Ditka’s Restaurant
Hotel Capital recently acquired The Tremont Chicago Hotel at Magnificent Mile and Mike Ditka's Restaurant located in Chicago, IL from seller Marriott International, Inc. - June 15, 2018 - Hotel Capital, LLC
iHELP Student Loans Offers New Borrower Options
iHELP has added a new loan option for both private student loans and student loan consolidation. The fixed hybrid rate (FX5) is a 20 year term loan with the interest rate fixed for every 5 years. Additionally, iHELP borrowers are now eligible to receive a 0.25% Auto Pay Interest Rate Discount for payments made via automatic debit. - June 12, 2018 - iHELP Student Loan/RSLFC
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation Miami Branch Opening
Their next Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation branch location has opened in Miami, FL. - June 12, 2018 - Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
Partner Colorado Credit Union Announces Partnership with El Capitan Advisors
Partner Colorado today announced a strategic partnership with El Capitan Advisors to provide investment management services for the credit union’s membership, including its cannabis banking subsidiary, Safe Harbor Private Banking. El Capitan Advisors will provide a full suite of investment... - June 02, 2018 - Partner Colorado Credit Union
Castle Placement Named Exclusive Placement Agent for Capital Raise for Saved from Addiction
Saved from Addiction, a residential inpatient and intensive outpatient program facility in Westchester County, NY, announced today that it has engaged Castle Placement as its exclusive placement agent to raise $16 million of equity and debt to purchase a property and transform it into a high-end... - June 01, 2018 - Castle Placement
GSF Mortgage Corporation Bolsters "The Home Team" in Delaware
GSF Mortgage welcomes Lewis "The Hurricane" Winward to the team. - June 01, 2018 - GoGSF
Partner Colorado Foundation Announces 2018 Seefried Award Winner and College Scholarship Recipients
A high school student from Calhan, Colorado wins the Seefried Award. Partner Colorado Credit Union Foundation announces $47,000 in scholarships to students based on accomplishments in the areas of academics, community service and extracurricular activities. - May 31, 2018 - Partner Colorado Credit Union
Bay Equity E-Signing Tool Makes Closing Easy
Bay Equity Home Loans rolls out BE Express Closing, its new e-Close platform. BE Express Closing brings e-signing innovation and efficiency to closings for customers, real estate agents and referral partners. - May 26, 2018 - Bay Equity Home Loans
GSF Mortgage Welcomes New Loan Officer Savannah Siklich in Traverse City
GSF Mortgage welcomes new loan officer and Traverse City native, Savannah Siklich, who is the daughter of Branch Manager Martin Siklich. - May 24, 2018 - GoGSF
Spencer Savings Bank Receives Financial Capability Innovation Award from EVERFI and The Financial Capability Network
Over the years, Spencer Savings Bank has done just that by providing financial education to local students. As a result, the bank was honored with the 2018 Financial Capability Innovation Award presented by the nation’s leading technology innovator, EVERFI, Inc. The award recognizes Spencer’s significant efforts to improve the financial capability of Americans through unique digital learning initiatives. - May 23, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Direct Lending Partners Hires Industry Leader as Director of Originations and Capital Markets
Dream Live Prosper (DLP), an award-winning family company led by Don Wenner (Founder and CEO), is excited to announce the appointment of Greg E Schecher as Director of Originations and Capital Markets. Based out of the company’s Southeast headquarters in St. Augustine, Florida, Greg will... - May 19, 2018 - DLP Real Estate Capital
Prospect Financial Group, Inc. Looks Forward to Adding Construction Loans to Their Services
Prospect Financial Group, Inc., a leader in the mortgage refinance industry, is proud to announce they will soon offer services for home builders or prospective home owners who are looking to obtain a home construction loan. Construction loans are shorter term home loans that are made for the home... - May 18, 2018 - Prospect Home Finance
Whiteboard Mortgage CRM Named to 2018 HousingWire Tech100
Whiteboard Mortgage CRM was named to the HousingWire Tech100 list of most innovative fintech companies for 2018. - May 17, 2018 - Whiteboard Software