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Obduro Capital Closes $2,965,000 SBA 7(a) Loan on Illinois Hotel
Obduro Capital Arranges $2,965,000 SBA Loan for Acquisition of Hotel Property in Calumet City, IL - May 31, 2015 - Obduro Capital LLC
HR Pro Added at Private Bank of Buckhead
rivate Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Karen E. Neely, SHRM-CP, as Senior Vice President and Human Resources Director. Neely is the bank’s first full-time HR professional; since its inception in late 2006, it has grown from nine employees to more than 80. - May 22, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Curt Roese Joins Fountainhead Commercial Capital as Chief Financial Officer
Fountainhead Commercial Capital, a nationwide SBA 504 lender focused on financing owner-occupied commercial real estate, recently announced that Curt Roese, has joined the company as CFO. - April 24, 2015 - Fountainhead Commercial Capital
Mars National Bank Supports Women in Banking
Mars National Bank was well represented at the Pennsylvania Bankers Association's Women In Banking event in March. The event was held at the Hershey Lodge and hosted over 260 women banking professionals. Representing the Bank at the conference were Lisa Kooker, Senior Vice President & Chief... - April 10, 2015 - Mars Bank
Fountainhead Commercial Capital to Enable Lender Outsourcing of SBA 504 Loans
With FastTrack 504™, banks and credit unions can easily offer a commercial financing option through outsourcing SBA 504 loans to Fountainhead Commercial Capital. - April 03, 2015 - Fountainhead Commercial Capital
Direct Business Lending is Moving Due to Expansion and Success
Direct Business Lending, the funding source for all stages of business, is moving to a new and bigger office. With this move, they will hire 30 new employees. - March 27, 2015 - Direct Business Lending
Fountainhead Commercial Capital, a Nationwide SBA 504 Lender, Recently Announced That Steven Ellsworth Has Joined the Company as Chief Credit Officer
Fountainhead Commercial Capital, a SBA 504 lender focused on financing owner-occupied commercial real estate nationwide, announced that Steven Ellsworth has joined the company as chief credit officer. - March 27, 2015 - Fountainhead Commercial Capital
Direct Business Lending Becomes BBB Accredited
Direct Business Lending is a fully accredited company with the Better Business Bureau. Direct Business Lending is the funding source for all stages of business. - March 17, 2015 - Direct Business Lending
Schweinsberg Receives Service Award from Realtor Group
Shelley Schweinsberg, Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Lending at Mars National Bank, received the 2014 Service Award from the Beaver County Association of Realtors. The award was given in recognition of Ms. Schweinsberg’s service to the organization including participation as a... - March 06, 2015 - Mars Bank
Obduro Capital Closes $3,580,000 Loan on North Carolina Retail Property
Obduro Capital Refinances $3,580,000 Retail Strip Center Loan in Durham, NC - March 05, 2015 - Obduro Capital LLC
Mars National Bank Named “2015 Best Mortgage Lender”
Mars National Bank was named the “Best Mortgage Lender” by the readers of the Cranberry Eagle newspaper. As part of the paper’s 2015 Community Choice Awards, the Bank was voted the top spot through write-in ballots. “This award is confirmation that our customers appreciate... - February 28, 2015 - Mars Bank
Small Business Lender Chris Hurn Launches Fountainhead Commercial Capital
Renowned small business lender, Chris Hurn, today launched Fountainhead Commercial Capital, a nationwide lender focused on financing owner-occupied commercial real estate. Hurn, who has lent nearly two billion dollars on commercial real estate through the SBA 504 loan program, opened the doors on... - February 14, 2015 - Fountainhead Commercial Capital
Vallecorsa Joins Mars National Bank as Vice President, Commercial Banking
Greg Vallecorsa joined Mars National Bank as Vice President, Commercial Banking. Mr. Vallecorsa is an experienced commercial lender with over 20 years of experience in commercial and retail banking. “Greg knows commercial lending and understands the needs of businesses in our area,”... - February 06, 2015 - Mars Bank
SBA 504 Lender Sets Sights on $2 Billion
Mercantile Capital Corporation reached $1.5 billion in total project costs financed in 2014, plans to top $2 billion by end of 2016. - February 05, 2015 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Novak Joins Mars National Bank as Vice President, Mortgage Lending
Tod Novak joined Mars National Bank as Vice President, Mortgage Lending. Mr. Novak has 13 years of residential mortgage origination experience, including expertise in FHA and VA loans. He will be responsible for developing and managing client relationships, particularly focusing on first-time... - January 27, 2015 - Mars Bank
North Carolina Commercial Lender Expands Nationwide
North Carolina commercial lender, South East Commercial Capital (SEC Capital), has expanded its territory nationwide. This company finances commercial properties in 47 states and lends on most commercial properties types, including multifamily, funeral homes, warehouses, daycares, and more. - January 21, 2015 - Southeast Commercial Capital
Mars National Bank Staff Support Butler County Winter Relief Center
Mars National Bank staff donated over 25 bags of home supplies and $215 to the Butler County Winter Relief Center. The Center helps the homeless in Butler County providing food and overnight shelter during the winter. Supplies donated by Bank staff included water, paper towels, plastic bags, facial... - January 13, 2015 - Mars Bank
TMC Financing Provides SBA 504 Loan to Hyundai's Only in Las Vegas
Woman-owned auto repair shop purchases buildings it had been leasing for 16 years - December 24, 2014 - TMC Financing
Mars National Bank Helps Warm Butler County Through "Bundle Up Butler!"
Mars National Bank staff donated coats and took time to help distribute them through the “Bundle up Butler!” campaign as part of the United Way Day of Caring. Bank staff donated 27 coats and $240 to the effort. On the Day of Caring, nine Bank employees volunteered their time to help... - December 04, 2014 - Mars Bank
Pifer Chairs Leadership Butler Class; VOICe Play Area Renovated
The Leadership Butler County class of 2014 was chaired by Mars National Bank’s Assistant Vice President of Finance, Hope Pifer. The 2014 class included Pifer and 21 other individuals from organizations in the county who were tasked with rehabbing the play area of the Victim Outreach... - December 02, 2014 - Mars Bank
Mars National Bancorp Joins OTCQX Marketplace
Mars National Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX: MNBP), the newly-formed holding company for Mars National Bank, has joined OTCQX®, the best marketplace for established U.S. and international companies. The Bancorp’s stock will trade under the symbol “MNBP” on OTCQX beginning Wednesday,... - December 02, 2014 - Mars Bank
Mars National Bank Supports Local Education Through Scholarship and Improvement Programs
Mars National Bank donated $30,000 earmarked for 14 schools or education programs in Allegheny and Butler Counties. The donations were made through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Donations included funding for student scholarships and educational... - November 27, 2014 - Mars Bank
Thanksgiving Thank You Video by Farm Plus Financial
Epic Thank You to All the Farmers video released by Farm Plus Financial & FarmLoans.com. - November 26, 2014 - Farm Plus Financial
Popular Commercial Lending Group Introduces Affiliate Program for Agricultural Loans
Popular Commercial Lending Group (PCLG) has introduced a new Affiliate Loan Program (ALP) for smaller community Banks and Credit Unions around the country seeking to capitalize on agricultural loan business. Since many smaller community Banks and Credit Unions are under capitalized and/or have... - November 20, 2014 - Popular Commercial Lending Group
Keller Williams Southern Nevada Purchases New Office Space
TMC Financing provides $1.3 million SBA 504 loan to help busy real estate office purchase their own space in Henderson. - November 20, 2014 - TMC Financing
Egg Works Opens Sixth Las Vegas Restaurant and Commercial Kitchen
SBA 504 loan through TMC Financing helps popular Las Vegas restaurant chain expand. - October 22, 2014 - TMC Financing
Interface Announces Ongoing Growth
David Banfield, President of The Interface Financial Group, reports on IFG's growth. - October 21, 2014 - The Interface Financial Group
My Franchise USA Website Goes Finally Live
At My Franchise USA fulfilling the American dream is the motto. They assist entrepreneurs to fulfill their business ownership dream, by finding the franchise that meets their profitability goals, their time frame for investment and their passion. - September 27, 2014 - My Franchise USA
Crest Financial Launches Updated Website
Crest Financial announced today the release of their updated website to provide retailers and consumers a more customized, interactive, and user-friendly experience. The website, www.CrestFinancial.com, is now live and ready for use. The new website has a modern feel while providing a customized... - September 15, 2014 - Crest Financial
South Walton Business Brokers Expansion Opens New Office on 30A
South Walton Business Brokers, the premier business brokerage company in Northwest Florida connecting business buyers and business sellers, has expanded and opened a new office on 30A. - September 12, 2014 - South Walton Business Brokers
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides SBA 504 Loan for Orlando-Based Production Company
Bungalow Scenic Studios secures SBA financing for $4.15 million commercial facility. - September 04, 2014 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Clark County Nevada Sees 80 Percent of State’s Small Business Healthcare Facilities
TMC Financing identifies and discusses trends in SBA 504 medical loans throughout the state of Nevada. - August 31, 2014 - TMC Financing
The Concept of Other People's Money Takes Off
The concept of "other people's money" has now been introduced as a provision of a capital source, and this facility is now being offered to franchisees in the United States, Canada, the UK and Australia. - August 13, 2014 - The Interface Financial Group
Mars National Bank’s Shawn Proper Appointed to Advisory Committee of Bankers Association
Shawn R. Proper, Senior Vice President, Mortgage and Consumer Lending of Mars National Bank has been appointed to the Pennsylvania Bankers Association’s Mortgage Banking Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee is responsible to guide, review and recommend education and training programs... - August 07, 2014 - Mars Bank
Mars National Bank Volunteers Work for Hosanna Industries
Volunteers from Mars National Bank helped Hosanna Industries impact one needy homeowner’s front yard by working on an exterior improvement project. The effort included work on a retaining wall and sidewalk, and cleaning and painting the front porch roof. “We’re thrilled to be a... - August 01, 2014 - Mars Bank
TMC Financing Provides SBA 504 Loan to Las Vegas Events Studio
Clark County’s leading SBA 504 lender finances $5 million project to Fresh Wata, a full-service Las Vegas-based convention services company. - July 31, 2014 - TMC Financing
Farm Plus Financial Launches New farmloans.com Website & First TV Commercial; Debuts
Farm Plus Financial is pleased to announce the launch of its completely redesigned full-featured website, www.farmloans.com. The new site has an extensive database of information packed content pages and useful articles, helpful resources including customer testimonials, frequently asked questions... - July 28, 2014 - Farm Plus Financial
IFG Opens South Africa Master Licensee Office in Pretoria
The Interface Financial Group is pleased to announce the opening of their South Africa Master Licensee office in Pretoria. This new office represents another significant stage in the expansion plans for Interface. - July 17, 2014 - The Interface Financial Group
Bonanza Cat Hospital in Las Vegas Expands Thanks to $958,000 SBA Loan
TMC Financing's Southern Nevada office helped secure SBA loan for long-standing cat hospital in Las Vegas. The facility grew to 6,883 square feet where it will continue to serve area pet owners. - July 03, 2014 - TMC Financing
Mars National Bank CEO Jim Dionise Elected to Board of Statewide Association
James V. Dionise, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mars National Bank, has been elected to the Pennsylvania Bankers Association (PBA) Board of Directors. Mr. Dionise will serve as chair of the Member Services Policy Committee on the Board. Mr. Dionise will serve a three-year term beginning July 1, 2014. - July 03, 2014 - Mars Bank
Gross Joins Mars National Bank as Vice President, Mortgage Lending
Aaron Gross joined Mars National Bank as Vice President, Mortgage Lending. Mr. Gross has 18 years of residential mortgage lending experience and will be responsible for developing and managing client relationships. “Mr. Gross is a seasoned mortgage professional,” said Shawn Proper,... - June 21, 2014 - Mars Bank
Gasparin Recognized for 40 Years of Service
Donna Gasparin of Mars National Bank was recognized for serving over 40 years in the banking industry at the Pennsylvania Bankers Association (PBA) Group 8 meeting held on April 8, 2014 at the Marriott Pittsburgh North at Cranberry Woods. The 40-Year Club consists of bankers completing 40 or more... - June 18, 2014 - Mars Bank
Community Tax of WI Adds Small Business Lending Division (Wisco Financial Services)
Community Tax & Accounting of Wisconsin has announced the formation of Wisco Financial Services which expands the firm's business development services to now include business loan sourcing for start-ups, expansions and the acquisition of existing businesses through an affiliation with Vernon Street Capital of Roseville, California. - June 05, 2014 - Community Tax of WI
TMC Financing Provides $6.2 Million SBA 504 Loan to Viva Las Vegas Themed Weddings for Expansion
Clark County Nevada's largest SBA 504 lender helps busy Las Vegas wedding chapel expand. - May 31, 2014 - TMC Financing
Mars National Bank Holds Charitable Giving Drive
Mars National Bank held a charitable giving drive in its branches. Customers, the community and Bank staff are encouraged to donate. The Bank then matches the donations from the community and staff. This year, the Bank will donate over $3,000 combined to the charities. The effort is an annual event... - May 30, 2014 - Mars Bank
Net Worth TV Releases May Air Dates for Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, Michigan network ABC WXYZ-TV will broadcast the compelling program to 4.2 Million Canadian households in May. - May 22, 2014 - Net Worth Commerce TV
TMC Financing Las Vegas SBA Celebrates Small Business Week
TMC Financing Las Vegas touts local businesses it helped obtain SBA 504 loans to mark Small Business Week. - May 19, 2014 - TMC Financing
Addoms Joins Mars National Bank as Vice President, Commercial Banking
Robert V. Addoms joined Mars National Bank as Vice President, Commercial Banking. Mr. Addoms is an accomplished commercial lending banker with over 27 years of experience in the industry. “Bob is a commercial lending expert,” said Pete Balmert, Mars National Bank Senior Vice President, Commercial and Retail Banking. “We are thrilled to add his creativity, knowledge and experience to our team.” - May 09, 2014 - Mars Bank
Obduro Capital Closes $1,725,000 Loan on North Carolina Retail Property
Obduro Capital Completes Refinance of $1,725,000 Retail Strip Center Loan in Wayneville, NC. - April 30, 2014 - Obduro Capital LLC
Lendoor, Inc. Partners with BancBox
Lendoor announces their strategic partnership with BancBox. - April 25, 2014 - Lendoor, Inc.