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New To Massachusetts: The JumpStart Coalition
December of 2007 marked the introduction of the Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy in Massachusetts. Originating at the national level in 1995, the Jump$tart Coalition is a non-profit organization that works to inform students ages K-12 about managing their personal financial... - April 05, 2008 - MA Jumpstart Coalition
Permavest Closes $63 Million Private Equity Funding
Permavest Investment (www.permavest.com) announces today that the final closing of a private equity fund-of-funds with a total of $63 million in capital commitments. Raised from high net worth clients spanning the Asia Pacific region, the private equity fund was created to provide clients access to... - April 05, 2008 - Permavest Investment
ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained by Large Insurance Services Firm
Jeff Snell, principal broker for ENLIGN Business Brokers (www.enlign.com), has announced that the firm has been retained by a large insurance services firm. ENLIGN will provide business valuation and appraisal services, business marketing services and represent the represent the seller in purchase... - April 04, 2008 - ENLIGN Business Brokers
IBD Insurance Services Named True Blue Producer
Jim Price, president of IBD Insurance Services (www.ibdinsurance.com), an insurance agency specializing in group and individual health coverage, has announced that the agency has been named a True Blue Producer by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina for the eighth consecutive year. This... - April 04, 2008 - IBD Insurance Services
MJM Capital Group Arranges Creative $2.4 Million Debt Structure for Acquisition and Rehabilitation of the Flamingo Apartments in Houston, Texas
MJM Capital Group’s Managing Director, Jeffrey Dreyer, is pleased to announce closing of the hybrid, senior debt and line of credit arrangement for the Flamingo Apartments in Houston, TX. MJM’s client knew they needed a private lender with two traits, the vision and fortitude to see... - April 04, 2008 - MJM Capital Group, LLC
Old Republic Home Protection Launches Enhanced Home Protection Plan in Tennessee
An expanded, innovative Standard Plan and cutting-edge Optional Coverage Choices catapult Old Republic Home Protection to the “head of the class” in Tennessee, with Home Protection coverage that is second to none, according to Gwen Gallagher, President. According to Gallagher,... - April 04, 2008 - Old Republic Home Protection
Owners of AirfarePlanet.com Launch New Company to Offer Affordable, Virtual Receptionist and Lead Generation Services to Small - & Mid-Sized Businesses
Owners of the successful travel company AirfarePlanet.com today announced that they have launched a new business that will provide virtual, quality customer service for small-to mid-sized businesses. The new company, Call Desk, Inc., offers companies throughout the U.S. a cost-effective solution... - April 04, 2008 - Call Desk Inc
MB Trading Launches Retail FIX Product and Support
MB Trading, a financial services company, announced Monday that it has launched full support for third party developers to connect their applications via FIX. The company is offering full support via forums, phone, and e-mail to customers around the globe. MB Trading views the launch as another... - April 03, 2008 - MB Trading
Vacation Rentals: NuWire’s Top 10 Places to Invest
NuWire Investor has published a list of the best places to buy vacation rental property in the U.S. including U.S. territories. - April 03, 2008 - NuWire Investor
MondoPay Business - Merchant Account Provider
In keeping the commitment to provide the most up-to-date technology the Business section of mondopay.com has been updated. - April 03, 2008 - MondoPay
PowerDOX™ Release Gives Real Estate, Mortgage Pros Spanish-Language Option
PowerDOX, the SourcingPoint Solutions program that combines document imaging with Web and multimedia technology to stimulate referrals and repeat business, is now available in Spanish. - April 03, 2008 - SourcingPoint Solutions
Fremont Bank is Not Affiliated with Fremont General Corporation
Fremont Bank, a leading full-service community bank in Northern California, would like to clarify many erroneous claims of being associated with the Brea, California-based Fremont General Corporation. - April 03, 2008 - Fremont Bank
FISC New Hire Announcement – Account Manager
FISC, a back office solutions provider located in Lewiston, Maine, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jaime Shapiro Berg to the role of Account Manager. Jaime joined FISC’s sales team on March 10, 2008. In her role, Jaime is responsible for building and maintaining excellent relations... - April 03, 2008 - FISC Solutions
Mortgage Lender Bucks Industry Collapse by Selling Innovative New Loan
The Metzler Group at Mortgages Unlimited bucks mortgage industry collapse by selling new Home Ownership Accelerator® Loan. Introduced in the US in 2005, innovative all-in-one home loan combines personal checking with mortgage to help borrowers save thousands in interest payments. - April 02, 2008 - Mortgages Unlimited Inc, Metzler Group
Old Republic Home Protection Gets Widgetized
Old Republic Home Protection (ORHP), a leading provider in the Home Warranty industry, announces an exclusive Home Warranty partnership with TheListingWidget.com. TheListingWidget.com is an innovative marketing tool for real estate professionals, designed to assist them in getting more listings through the use of address-specific Web sites, and creating powerful referral sources from their clients. - April 02, 2008 - Old Republic Home Protection
MondoPay - Complete Internet Payment Solution
Now MondoPay provides a complete set of internet payment tools, for all types of businesses. - April 02, 2008 - MondoPay
Cameron & Prentice Joins Russell Bedford Network as Member Firm in Cape Town, South Africa
Russell Bedford International, the global accounting, audit and tax consulting group, has appointed Cameron & Prentice Chartered Accountants as its first member firm in Cape Town. - April 02, 2008 - Russell Bedford International
Index Reveals That Revenue Growth Rates of Historically High-Growth Companies Have Slowed
The Entrex PCI/Gazelles Index, a newly formed, 10 company, high-growth subset of the three year old Private Company Index (PCI) saw slowed growth this month -- as measured by monthly company revenues. - April 01, 2008 - Private Company Index
New York Professional Liability Insurance - "Best of Products" Internet Marketing Campaign from Wm E Morrell Inc of White Plains NY
Morrell Insurance is now serving Business and Professionals by the internet. They are exploiting internet marketing to gain market share with their "best of product" campaign for certain commercial insurance products. One of their targeted products is Professional Liability Insurance. The company is committed to extending it's marketing presents from Westchester Co. New York to a broader area which serves the lower New York area. - April 01, 2008 - Wm E Morrell Inc
New York Landlord and Building Owner Insurance - New "Best in Coverage" Marketing Campaign from Wm E Morrell Inc, White Plains NY
Morrell Insurance is now serving Landlords and Building Owners by the internet with their "best in coverage" marketing campaign. They are exploiting internet marketing to gain market share for certain commercial insurance products. One of their targeted products is Landlord Insurance. The company is committed to extending it's marketing presents from Westchester Co. New York to a broader area which serves the lower New York area. - April 01, 2008 - Wm E Morrell Inc
New York Contractor Insurance and Bonds - "Best in Service" Marketing Campaign from Wm E. Morrell Inc. of White Plains, NY 10601
Morrell Insurance is now serving Business and Professionals by the internet. They are exploiting internet marketing to gain market share with their "best in service" campaign for certain commercial insurance products. One of their targeted products is Contractor insurance. The company is committed to extending it's marketing presence from Westchester Co. New York to a broader area which serves the lower New York area. - April 01, 2008 - Wm E Morrell Inc
ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained by Light Fixture Business
Jeff Snell, principal broker for ENLIGN Business Brokers (www.enlign.com), has announced that the firm has been retained by a wholesale/retail light fixture storefront. ENLIGN will provide business valuation and appraisal services, business marketing services and represent the represent the seller... - March 31, 2008 - ENLIGN Business Brokers
Crescent State Bank Opens Second Wilmington Office
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced the opening of the bank’s new Wilmington office located at 2506 Independence Blvd. The new office, which opened... - March 31, 2008 - Crescent State Bank
IBD Insurance Services Names Vice President
Jim Price, president of IBD Insurance Services (www.ibdinsurance.com), an insurance agency specializing in group and individual health coverage, has announced that Andrea Hunnicutt Grater has been named vice president of the agency. Grater is responsible for small and individual health, dental,... - March 30, 2008 - IBD Insurance Services
FEDs Expected to Announce New Mortgage Guarantee Swaps Through the FHA This Week
In an unprecedented move the President Bush, Treasury Secretary Paulson and the Federal Reserve have reversed their position on helping homeowners at risk. President Bush has been saying he would veto any legislation that would help Homeowners and Investors facing foreclosure. He has announced his support of the newest plan offering FHA guaranteed mortgages. - March 29, 2008 - Federal Banking Coop
Old Republic Home Protection to the Rescue
When Old Republic Home Protection, a leading provider in the home warranty industry, heard that U.A. Durr Home Warranty of Metairie, LA, had suspended operations, and that their Plan Holders might lose their valuable protection, ORHP donned its “Superhero” suit and came to the rescue. - March 29, 2008 - Old Republic Home Protection
National Roundtable on America’s Economic Condition Scheduled for April 10, 2008
Technological Innovation Crucial to Future American Economic Prosperity. - March 29, 2008 - The Private Capital Market, Inc.
Ensemble IT Director Profiled in Virtual Office News
James Frey, Director of Information Technology for Ensemble Financial Services and Director of Operations for Ensemble’s parent company, AM&M Financial Services, is featured in the January issue of Virtual Office News, a monthly newsletter that addresses practice management and technology... - March 28, 2008 - Ensemble Financial Services
First American is Nationally Ranked as the 12th Largest Independent Lessor
First American Equipment Finance today announced that it has been recognized by Monitor, Inc. as the 12th largest independent leasing company in the United States. The company was ranked in the March/April issue of Monitor magazine. The Top 25 list recognizes independent leasing firms for... - March 28, 2008 - First American Equipment Finance
Middle Market Investment Bank, VERCOR, Strengthens Team with New Senior Transaction Director
VERCOR, a middle market investment bank, expanded its team with the addition of Vijay Madyastha to its Atlanta office. - March 28, 2008 - VERCOR
Clear Creek Investment Services Launches Creative New Website That Stands Out with Innovation, Functionality, and Indivituality
Streaming stock market quotes, proprietary market commentary, and current news stories are just a few of the features that make Colorado-based Clear Creek Investment Services new website (www.clearcreekinvestments.com) unique and exciting. Unlike most financial services companies, Clear Creek Investment Services took a chance with a refreshing look and feel to appeal to the savvy investor. - March 28, 2008 - Clear Creek Investment Services, Inc.
Banyan Rock & Talent President Named Co-Chair of Cary Ducks Unlimited
Michael Sterling is named co-chair of the Cary Chapter of Ducks Unlimited. He will be responsible for managing and coordinating fundraising events. - March 28, 2008 - Banyan Rock & Talent
Liquor Group Welcomes "H" Liqueur
So Unique a Huckleberry Liqeuer. - March 28, 2008 - Liquor Group
Abalos & Associates, PLLC Named Top Accounting Firm in Ranking Arizona
Sandy Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC (www.abaloscpa.com), has announced that the firm has been named the number one accounting firm in the state for the sixth consecutive year by Ranking Arizona. The firm will be recognized at the 2nd Annual Best of the Best Awards on... - March 27, 2008 - Abalos & Associates
Healthcare Scouts "Shows Its Spirit" with the Jimmy V Foundation
Healthcare Scouts showed its company spirit and commitment to Cancer Research by participating in the Jimmy V 2008 Show Your Spirit campaign. According to Amanda Blize, campaign chairperson the event builds a lot of team spirit for a worthy cause. “The Show Your Spirit Campaign provides a... - March 27, 2008 - Healthcare Scouts
Business Finance Solutions Schedules Free Small Business Webinars
Business Finance Solutions (www.lesliethacker.com) announces its ongoing free webinar series designed for small business owners. Designed for busy small business owners and their financial staffs, the webinar series will feature a different topic each week during the months of April 2008. The format of the one hour webinar will be 50 minutes of interactive computer presentation followed by 10 minutes of question and answer. - March 27, 2008 - Business Finance Solutions
Nevada Company Offers Free Web Seminars on Advantages of Incorporation and LLC Formation
A company providing business owners with services pertaining to asset protection and tax planning recently hosted a seminar in Reno, Nevada, and online versions are now available nation-wide via their website. - March 26, 2008 - Laughlin Associates, Inc.
VR Business Brokers Sells Merritt Island Business, "Canine Cabana"
VR Business Brokers is pleased to announce the sale of Canine Cabana. George Hand of Merritt Island, FL. acquired the company from Anthony & Quin Hearn. The transaction was handled by Byron Mortensen & Charles Bantos of VR Business Brokers. Details of the deal structure have not been... - March 26, 2008 - VR Business Brokers of Melbourne, Fl
Debt Shield Releases New Welcome DVD
New Welcome DVD provides valuable information for debt settlement clients. - March 26, 2008 - Debt Shield, Inc.
Arik Kislin Joins Be’er Hagolah Institutes’ Board of Directors
Be’er Hagolah Institutes announced today that Arik Kislin, a New York-based entrepreneur and real estate developer, has joined its Board of Directors. - March 25, 2008 - Linx Industries
ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained by HVAC Service and Installation Business
Jeff Snell, principal broker for ENLIGN Business Brokers (www.enlign.com), has announced that the firm has been retained by a HVAC service installation business in western North Carolina to represent them in the sale of the business. The firm offers commercial refrigeration and full heating and... - March 25, 2008 - ENLIGN Business Brokers
United Payment Services Introduces MAAS, an E-Signed Application with No Hardcopy Signature Required
United Payment Services Introduces MAAS (Merchant Application Acceptance System). A Revolutionary New Online Application System reducing Merchant Sign Up Time to minutes with no signatures required. - March 25, 2008 - United Payment Services
AKFOREX Announces Launch of New Website Supporting Its New State of the Art Online Trading Platform
AKFOREX is pleased to announce the re-launch of their website with many new features making online currency trading even easier for both new and existing clients. - March 24, 2008 - AKFOREX
S.E.VEN Fund Awards $450,000 to Recognize Enterprise Solutions to Poverty Research
Innovators in International Development are integrating the Poor into Networks of Productivity. - March 23, 2008 - Seven Fund
Neighborhood Health Clinic Honored as Part of the 2008 "Honoring the Community" Series Sponsored by First Integrity Bank, Olde Marco Inn & Suites & the Kruchten Law Firm
On Thursday, March 13, 2008, First Integrity Bank, the Olde Marco Inn & Suites, and the Kruchten Law Firm presented the final reception for 2008 which honors local community organizations. This reception honored the Neighborhood Health Clinic. - March 22, 2008 - First Integrity Bank
Manhattan Beach Trading, Inc. Announces the Addition of Skype for Support
Manhattan Beach Trading, Inc. (MBTI), a financial services holding company, announced Tuesday that it has incorporated Skype into its support tools for traders. The move lowers the bar for global customers to get support in all markets. - March 21, 2008 - MB Trading
ProFund Financial and Real Estate Voted One of the "Best in Client Satisfaction Real Estate Agents (SM)" as Featured in San Diego Magazine
Ryan Mathys & Tracie Kersten of ProFund Financial and Real Estate were voted one of the "Best in Client Satisfaction Real Estate Agents (SM)" as featured in San Diego Magazine. - March 21, 2008 - ProFund Financial and Real Estate
Cephalon Receives FDA Approval for TREANDA, a Novel Chemotherapy for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
First New Agent for CLL Patients Approved by the FDA since 2001 - March 21, 2008 - Cephalon
Gregory Pennington Helps Free Up Funds for Mortgage Payments
From the FSA (Financial Services Authority) to the CML (Council of Mortgage Lenders), many of the UK’s leading financial experts are concerned about what 2008 could mean to homeowners. - March 21, 2008 - Gregory Pennington
Don Mills Named Impact Financial Leader
SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Don Mills, CIC, president of the firm, has been named an Impact Financial Leader by Triangle Business Leader magazine. Triangle Business Leader magazine’s list of... - March 21, 2008 - SIA Group