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Mars National Bank Opens “Branch of the Future”
The new Richland office features state-of-the-art bank design. There is no teller line – customers are greeted and guided to a service area to meet their needs. The service area includes “pods” for transactions, meeting rooms for privacy and also self-serve convenience boxes, a new concept which lets customers access boxes with biometric security. - November 18, 2015 - Mars Bank
Homes for Heroes Honors Their Affiliate Real Estate Agents and Affiliate Lenders Who Gave Back to Over 100 Heroes and Their Families
Homes for Heroes Inc. is proud to recognize their affiliate real estate agents and affiliate lenders who have given back a portion of their earnings to over 100 heroes in their local communities through the Homes for Heroes program. The savings given back to these heroes and their families made the... - November 18, 2015 - Homes for Heroes
Northfield Bank Forms Alliance with Residential Home Funding Corp.
Northfield Bank offering Specialized mortgage services available through Residential Home Funding. - November 18, 2015 - Residential Home Funding Corp.
GSF Mortgage Expands Footprint in California
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Marcela Hurtado as branch manager in Huntington Beach, California. She held her real estate license for two years and in 1999 was offered a position in the mortgage industry to fill the void of a Spanish-speaking mortgage loan originator. She saw the position as... - November 18, 2015 - GoGSF
Simple Finance Welcomes Nate Heward to Its Ranks
Nate Heward joins Simple Finance as the Chief Financial Officer to lead financial growth and efficiencies across the company. - November 18, 2015 - Simple Finance
Altoma Real Estate Advisors LLC Announces Closing (2) CRE Loans for $6,000,000 & $5,700,000 in September & November 2015
Altoma, a CRE mortgage and capital markets intermediary based in California, successfully placed and closed a $6,000,000 loan on a Class B medical office complex in the Phoenix, AZ MSA on September 3rd, 2015. On November 3rd, 2015, Altoma also placed and closed a $5,700,000 loan for a Class B- shadow anchored retail shopping center in Selma, CA (Fresno, CA SMSA). - November 17, 2015 - Altoma Real Estate Advisors, Inc.
Simple Finance Welcomes Jason Meyer to Its Ranks
Jason Meyer joins Simple Finance as the Chief Operating Officer to lead operational efficiencies across the company. - November 14, 2015 - Simple Finance
NAI Horizon Represents Clear Sky Capital Partners in Purchase of Fort Valley Apartments, a 44 Unit Apartment Community for $3,650,000
Bruce Hanley represented Clear Sky Capital Partners in the acquisition of the 44-unit Fort Valley Apartments in Flagstaff, AZ for $3,650,000.00. The seller was Fort Valley Apartments LLC. Fort Valley Apartments is a class “B” property built in 1966 with units averaging 1,002 SF/each. - November 14, 2015 - NAI Horizon
Buy a New Home in Maryland Has Added an Anne Arundel Down Payment Assistance Program with Up to $20,000 in Down Payment Help for First Time Home Buyers
To better assist first time home buyers with the challenge of coming up with required down payments on a home. Buy a New Home in Maryland has included Anne Arundel County in their list of available down payment assistance programs for first time home buyers. - November 13, 2015 - Buy a New Home in Maryland
Homeownership Program Eligible Listings Flagged on Two New MLS Websites Homes for Heroes® Partnership Displays Information for "Hero" Homebuyers
Atlanta-based Down Payment Resource today announced that homebuyers can now view down payment program eligible listings on two new public MLS websites—MLSPINhomes.com and MoveInMichigan.com. Across both markets, 72 percent of homes may be eligible for some type of homeownership program. The company also launched a new partnership with Homes for Heroes to ensure more community heroes are aware of the discounts and savings available to them. - November 13, 2015 - Homes for Heroes
NAI Horizon Represents Kadkhodaian, LLC in Sale of Retail Property
John Filli represented the seller, Kadkhodaian, LLC in the negotiated sale of a 21,884 SF retail property, for $1,575,000.00. The property is located at 1316 S. Longmore Rd., Mesa, AZ. This was a sale of an Adaptive Reuse Building consisting of a former AMC Theater with 4 Auditoriums, a 1,402 SF... - November 12, 2015 - NAI Horizon
Everest Merchant Funding Expands Small Business Service Portfolio
Everest Merchant Funding, an International Originator and Broker of Merchant Cash Advances, Inks Deal with Central Payment, a Leading In-Store Payment Processor. - November 12, 2015 - Everest Merchant Funding
First Service Credit Union Named One of Top 100 Places to Work in Houston
Houston-based First Service Credit Union ranked as one of the Top Workplaces according to Houston Chronicle. - November 10, 2015 - First Service Credit Union
NAI Horizon Represents Rancho/Hayden, LLC in Purchase of Villa Contento, a 38 Unit Luxury Townhome Community for $9,600,000
Villa Contento, a 38 unit luxury townhome community in Scottsdale, recently sold for $9,600,000 or approximately $252,000 per door. The property was completed in October and 95% leased at the time of the sale. The Buyer, Rancho Hayden, LLC was represented by Barbara Lloyd, Lane Neville and Sharon... - November 07, 2015 - NAI Horizon
WeLoveYourCause.com Offers Reduced Fees on New Fundraisers to Make Holiday Dreams Come True
From now through December 31, 2015, WeLoveYourCause.com is offering reduced fees on all new Reward and Donation based Crowdfunding campaigns launched at their platform. - November 06, 2015 - We Love Your Cause
Approved Mortgage Ranked on Inaugural Top Company Cultures List Presented by Entrepreneur and CultureIQ
One of Indiana’s largest privately owned mortgage banking firm Approved Mortgage Corporation ranks 22nd in the U.S. for The 25 Best Small-Company Cultures in 2015 according to Entrepreneur.com and CultureIQ®. - November 05, 2015 - Approved Mortgage Corporation
This Boston Private Equity Firm is Raising a New $100M Fund
Fenway Capital Partners LLC, a Boston-based private equity firm that invests in real estate and restaurants, is in the process of raising a new $100 million fund, according to regulatory filings. Private equity real estate has experienced a surge of capital over the past decade, as institutional... - November 04, 2015 - Fenway Capital Partners LLC
Inger Harris Brings Breadth of Industry Experience to Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Inger Harris as an Operations Specialist. She brings a breadth of banking experience to the role, having worked in customer service, as a teller, retail branch management, project management and training. “The clients always come first with Inger, who... - November 04, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Buckhead Adds Joel Higdon as Personal Banker
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Joel Higdon as a Personal Banker. He has more than 15 years’ experience in customer service, with 5 years of that spent in banking. “Joel brings experience in a number of areas that are important to our clients, always with a focus on a great customer... - November 04, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Mars National Bank Adds Mobile Deposit to App
Mars National Bank launched mobile deposit functionality in its myMNB Mobile banking app. The app is available for Apple and Android smartphones and tablets through the app stores. The app now includes account management, bill payment, “Popmoney” (a person-to-person direct payment... - October 31, 2015 - Mars Bank
RHF Foundation Raises $50,000 for Charity
Residential Home Funding’s RHF Foundation raises over $50,000 for charity via it’s golfing fundraiser. - October 31, 2015 - Residential Home Funding Corp.
Progress Capital Arranges $30 Million Construction Loan
128 Luxury Apartments - Limited Recourse - 80% LTC - October 30, 2015 - Progress Capital
Chicago-Based BSC Group Voted Best Finance Company by Inside Self-Storage for Five Years Running
The BSC Group, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and self-storage specialist, has announced that they have been voted winner of the 2015 "Best of Business - Finance" award by the readers of Inside Self-Storage Magazine. This marks the 5th consecutive year The BSC Group... - October 29, 2015 - The BSC Group, LLC
HomeLoansForAll.com Now Working with Bad Credit Lenders & Realtors Nationwide
Firm allows you to compare mortgage rates from some of the nation's top lenders and apply online. They can even match you with a Realtor to help you find the perfect home. - October 29, 2015 - Home Loans For All
Mercantile Capital Corporation Funds 15 Commercial Real Estate Loans in 3rd Quarter
SBA 504 loan expert closes loans worth $35.9 million. - October 29, 2015 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Staged and Ready, LLC Owner Earns Industry's Highest Designation and Shares Tips for Finding a Professional Home Stager
Staging Professional receives industry's highest Accreditation. - October 27, 2015 - Staged and Ready, LLC
Jim Van de Veire Brings Depth of Experience to PrivatePlus Mortgage
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead, has named James Van de Veire a Vice President and Mortgage Banker. He has more than 25 years’ experience in the mortgage industry. - October 27, 2015 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
LaTonya Rodney Joins PrivatePlus Mortgage's Operations team
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead & Decatur, has named LaTonya Rodney as Senior Mortgage Processor. She brings nearly 10 years’ experience in the mortgage industry to the role, as well as complimentary skills. - October 27, 2015 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Hilliker Corporation Leases Former Electrical Company's Building
St. Louis space to be used by marketing support business. - October 25, 2015 - Hilliker Corporation
CEO Mr. Mohamed Moataz Al Khayyat Details UCC Hospitality Projects in Doha, Qatar
CEO Mr, Mohamed Moataz Al Khayyat is being called upon to match up Qatar's capital city Doha with the likes of Dubai in the rapidly developing hospitality sector. Mr. Al Khayat owner of UCC Qatar is gearing up his company's headquarter city for the approaching World Cup in 2022. - October 23, 2015 - Al Khayyat Contracting & Trading
First Service Credit Union Delivering Chip Credit-Debit Cards
Houston's First Service Credit Union delivers new chip-enabled cards designed for greater security. - October 21, 2015 - First Service Credit Union
Realtor Shawn Gandhi’s Website is Now Mobile-Device Friendly
Shawn Gandhi Announces the Release of Newly Updated Mobile-Friendly Website - October 19, 2015 - Shawn Gandhi
Self-Storage Financial Advisor The BSC Group Welcomes Senior Credit Analyst
The BSC Group LLC, a commercial real estate mortgage brokerage and advisory firm specializing in the self-storage asset class, has hired Adam Karnes as a senior credit analyst to join the company’s Chicago headquarters. Adam will be responsible for assessing and preparing debt and equity... - October 17, 2015 - The BSC Group, LLC
Whitefish Credit Union Celebrates International Credit Union Day
Since 1948, International Credit Union Day has been celebrated annually on the third Thursday of October. Each year, the international event affords the opportunity to remember credit unions’ proud history and promote awareness of and support for the credit union difference. - October 16, 2015 - Whitefish Credit Union
Mars National Bank’s McGraw Appointed to Statewide Banking Committee
Michael W. McGraw, Senior Vice President, Information Technology of Mars National Bank was appointed to the Pennsylvania Bankers Association’s (PA Bankers’) Information Technology Committee. McGraw will serve a three-year term with the focus on technology issues facing the banking... - October 16, 2015 - Mars Bank
Clearent Launches Virtual Terminal with Simple, Responsive Design
Single Source Solution Helps Merchants Securely Accept Payments in the Office or on the Go. - October 16, 2015 - Clearent
PrivatePlus Mortgage Adds Antoinette Macon to Ops Team
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead, has named Antoinette Macon as a Disclosure Desk Specialist. Atlanta-based PrivatePlus originates mortgages in 49 states. - October 15, 2015 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Toby Hayes Named VP of Marketing at Houston's First Service Credit Union
New marketing officer will drive First Service Credit Union's bold three-year growth strategy. - October 15, 2015 - First Service Credit Union
GSF Mortgage Welcomes New Mortgage Loan Originator in Maryland
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Dean Machikas as mortgage loan originator in Baltimore, Maryland. He joins TeamGO with more than 20 years of experience as a self-employed subcontractor for new homes. He also obtained his real estate license in 2008 and has experience in real estate investing... - October 15, 2015 - GoGSF
First Service Credit Union Offers Highest CD Rates in the U.S.
According to Deposit Accounts, First Service Credit Union of Houston, is offering the best rates for a 12 and 18-month CD. - October 14, 2015 - First Service Credit Union
Obduro Capital Closes $1,575,000 Loan on Texas Multifamily Property
Obduro Capital Arranges Conventional Refinance of Apartment Complex in Central Texas - October 14, 2015 - Obduro Capital LLC
Mars National Bank Awarded 5-Star Rating by Bauer Financial
Mars National Bank earned a 5-star Superior rating from Bauer Financial, an independent bank research and rating firm. This is the second consecutive year that the Bank received the highest ranking. Bauer ranks Banks on financial strength. The 5-star “Superior” rating indicates, among... - October 14, 2015 - Mars Bank
GSF Mortgage’s General Manager Nominated for Best Mortgage Operations Award
GSF Mortgage is pleased to announce that General Manager Debbie Beier has been nominated by the Wisconsin Mortgage Bankers Association (WMBA) as a finalist for the Milwaukee Chapter’s Best Mortgage Operations award. Nominations for Best Mortgage Operations were based on very strong peer... - October 10, 2015 - GoGSF
Hilliker Corporation Sells Self-Storage Facility
St. Louis private investment group buys property. - October 09, 2015 - Hilliker Corporation
California Credit Union-Backed Program Spotlights Top Teachers in Los Angeles County
Sixteen teachers in Los Angeles County received $1,000 each from California Credit Union for being named Teacher of the Year. - October 07, 2015 - California Credit Union
InvestUS to Fund Over 540 New Jobs in NM
InvestUS is the first EB-5 regional center to serve New Mexico in assisting businesses in attracting EB-5 investment to fund job creation. EB-5 is a 25 yr. old Immigration Investment Program that was just renewed by Congress on Wednesday. It allows foreigners seeking a US green card for themselves and their family to invest $500K in a US business to create at least 10 new permanent jobs. New Mexico has never participated in the program to date. But investUS filed its first deal on Wednesday. - October 03, 2015 - investUS llc
Mars National Bank’s McGraw Completes Three-year Advanced School of Banking
Michael W. McGraw, Senior Vice President, Information Technology of Mars National Bank was a recent graduate of the 2015 Advanced School of Banking at the Penn Stater Conference Center, State College, PA. The PA Bankers Association Advanced School of Banking is a three-year program that builds and... - October 03, 2015 - Mars Bank
St. Louis Partnership Buys Property, Plans to Turn Into Storage Facility
Hilliker Corporation represents seller in transaction - October 02, 2015 - Hilliker Corporation
Agribusiness Congress East Africa Returns to Dar es Salaam as Region Focuses on the Business of Farming
The business of farming, the effect of climate change in agriculture and attracting young people to the agri-sector are some of the main topics on the agenda at the annual Agribusiness Congress East Africa. This high-level business-to-business and business-to–government event moves to a... - October 02, 2015 - Agribusiness Congress East Africa
GSF Mortgage Welcomes Seasoned Loan Officer in Virginia
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Jericho Cherry as mortgage loan originator in Sandy Hook, Virginia. He joins TeamGO with 17 years of mortgage industry experience. He specializes in FHA, VA, USDA, reverse mortgages and refinances. Cherry prides himself on being a people person. He is able to... - October 01, 2015 - GoGSF