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The Society of Insurance Research is offering the most robust agenda in its history for its 40th Annual Conference, coming up November 14-17, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida (http://www.regonline.com/sir-40-years). “There is more content built into this agenda than for any Annual Conference in memory,” says SIR President Denese Ross, who is also Vice President of GMAC Insurance, …

While investors seek safe havens that are less subject to financial instability, many average Americans are now being motivated to sell even more of their gold jewelry, coins and other items in order to secure the extra cash they need to solve financial woes. According to Joe Montes, president, “As the spot market price for gold …

Money is important to a vibrant, sustainable economy, yet it doesn’t grow on trees - or does it? That’s just one of the questions addressed in The Coming Age of Freed Money (Rogem Press, 2010) by J. Moromisato (http://www.DenverPlan.com), a Denver-based writer, scientist, researcher and, now, candidate for the United States Senate. Moromisato, who has …

PerformanceManager.com, a founding innovator in the field of workforce and organization performance management, today introduced its expanded blog site at http://www.PerformanceManagerBlog.com. “Continuous change demands continuous improvements in performance, so businesses, organizations and governments need to know the best-of-breed ideas in achieving top performance,” said Peter Djokovich, site founder and managing director at CertainStrategy. “Our longevity and …

Last week, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke revealed the nation’s economic recovery is weaker than expected. A new report from the Mortgage Bankers’ Association also showed the number of people falling behind on their mortgage payments for the first time is now on the rise. The economy, it may be safe to say, is not …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that the complaint success rate increases exponentially on Consumerdaddy. The complaint success rate this August has increased to 72%. The consumer complaints posted on the website attract a lot of attention from the visitors to the website.  Due to the complaint success rate, many consumers choose Consumerdaddy to post their consumer …

When it comes to cash value, platinum will provide sellers with the highest payouts of all the precious metals. However, platinum is much rarer than gold, the most common metal used for jewelry settings, so there just isn’t that much around for people to sell. Today, the spot market price for platinum closed at $1524.00/ounce …

With the possibility that Hurricane Earl may strike the Eastern Seaboard of the United States, the Private Client Group division of Chartis is reminding homeowners that advance planning can make the difference between minor damage and catastrophic property loss. Private Client Group insures owners of large, complex residences as part of its property/casualty program for …

The Bascom Group, LLC (”Bascom”) has acquired The Retreat at Canyon Springs Apartments, a 360-unit luxury Class A property constructed in 2001. The sale closed on August 26, 2010. The apartment community is located in the exclusive Stone Oak subdivision of San Antonio, Texas. The property was purchased through a receivership sale and debt financing …

With existing U.S. home sales diving to 15-year lows and millions of homes stagnant on the market, home sellers are suffering increasing anxiety, uncertainty and financial stress. To address these symptoms, motivational author Joan Gale Frank has published “Home Seller’s Blues (And How To Beat Them).” “This is the first book of its kind to cheer …

John Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Lawson-Hawks Insurance Associates, announced recently the establishment of a centralized commercial lines marketing division headed up by Senior Vice President, Jenesse Corcoran. Said John Miller of Ms. Corcoran’s appointment, “With our sustained growth in the commercial lines marketplace as well as the undertaking of a number of national affinity programs, …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that various categories in Consumerdaddy help consumers to search consumer reports effortlessly. There are 288 categories through which the consumers can search the product reports or company reports easily. Also, consumers visit Consumerdaddy for viewing consumer complaints filed by other consumers. Consumerdaddy has various categories like Automobiles, Domestic Appliances, Health & …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that consumers’ awareness increase after visiting the website Consumerdaddy.com because of the features like filing consumer complaints and posting reviews on products and companies. Consumers are becoming aware of a product’s reliability by viewing all the complaints, praises and criticisms posted on the site for that product.   The information on various products …

While investors are seeking safe havens that are less subject to financial instability, others on main street are now selling even more of their gold and platinum jewelry, coins and Sterling Silver items in order to come up with extra cash to solve current financial problems.  According to Joe Montes, president, “Whenever we see a flourish …

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Foundation Financial Group received an A+ rating - the highest rating possible - from the Better Business Bureau. The A+ rating is based on the BBB’s confidence that Foundation Financial Group will operate in a trustworthy manner and provide its customers with excellent service. “We are honored to be recognized with an A+ ranking for our …

Business owners are probably aware of the fact that most things don’t come cheap, especially in today’s world, where expenses seem to head in an upward direction. However, there are certain areas where business owners can curb their expenses. Insure4USA.com, a leading online insurance service, recently released a guide to help entrepreneurs hold on to …

Cash for Gold Co, one of the nation’s leading Internet buyers of gold, platinum and silver, is experiencing a major rise in new sellers as the spot market price for gold today again neared its highest level of this year.   According to Joe Montes, president, “This is an excellent time for people to turn their unwanted …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that consumers’ visit to the website consumerdaddy.com increases every month. These repeat visitors are consumers who revisit the website to obtain consumer information on various products and services. The visitors also view the consumer complaints and the reviews posted on the website. Recently a consumer from Gujarat had filed a complaint against …

A snip of a ceremonial scissor by Trenton Mayor Tony F. Mack Thursday morning marked the opening of the models at K. Hovnanian Homes’ The Villages at Delaware Run, a community of 84 townhomes in Trenton’s South Ward. The event also marked the first blush of success by a partnership of the City of Trenton, …

Magnolia LTC Management Services Inc. (Magnolia), a firm specializing in claims administration and risk management for the long-term care industry, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website at http://www.magnolialtc.com. The completely redesigned site highlights Magnolia’s range of insurance program management services, provides new points of interest and improved navigation. “We’re really excited about …

Experts gathered recently to discuss today’s business environment and changes in risk factors. As businesses change, they grapple with the new challenges. Keeping true to its mission, RiskCommunities aims to help firms look at the horizon for changes in risk factors and the impact to their organization. In August, RiskCommunities gained an expert interview on the …

Paladin Registry (http://www.PaladinRegistry.com) added three new background checks for financial professionals. Jack Waymire, founder of Paladin Registry and author of Who’s Watching Your Money? The 17 Paladin Principles for Selecting a Financial Advisor (ISBN: 0471476994), said, “Paladin’s original background checks required advisor authorization. Our experience showed lower-quality advisors do not authorize background …

Beginning today, bankers, traders, advisors and analysts move rivalries from conference rooms and trading floors to the athletic arena as registration opens for The Decathlon - an athletic competition crowning “Wall Street’s Best Athlete.” Competitors from the world of high finance will converge on New York City on Sunday, October 10th to compete in 10 athletic …

Privately held Moonlight Printing and Mailing is now being branded as Moonlight Business Process Outsourcing (Moonlight BPO). According to Brenda Grigsby, President, “With our Q1 acquisition of document imaging DataStor and our continued investment in software, hardware, security and quality control technologies, we now provide a wider range of services; virtually all in the outsourcing …

Even though Obama was elected President less than two years ago, New York is in the middle of a campaign to elect (on 11/2/10) an official with more power than Obama to implement the changes voters believed, mistakenly, he would implement, according to Carl E. Person, Libertarian Party candidate for NYS Attorney General. Person explains the …

Cash for Gold Co occasionally receives inquiries from a few sellers who want to know if some items of their gold property may have more actual value than just the melt-down value of their gold content. Yes, it is possible to have items that have value beyond just the gold that they contain.    According to Joe …

John Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Lawson-Hawks Insurance Associates, announced the recent addition of John Stege of Aptos, California, as a Vice President and Broker for the Employee Benefits Division for the venerable Mountain View, CA-based risk manager, insurance intermediary and broker. “With our sustained growth in the Employee Benefits marketplace, the addition of a seasoned …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that unique visitor traffic growth rate is increasing exponentially in Consumerdaddy. Every month there is more than 27% increase in unique traffic to the website. The consumers post reviews like praises or criticisms and also file consumer complaints on the website.   Consumer post praises on the products which are worthy of …

During these difficult times, many homeowners who are in arrears on their monthly mortgage payments are turning to Cash for Gold Co to raise the cash they need to catch up on delinquent payments and avoid foreclosure. This is still occurring because foreclosures are still taking place despite some small improvement in global financial markets.  According …

Wall Street brokers and active money managers exploit the public’s lack of expertise and understanding for their own benefit. The Investment Answer exposes these tactics and educates investors about what really matters in investing. Co-author Gordon Murray says, “The book clearly explains the answers to the five key questions any investor needs to know to have …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that consumers’ interest in Consumerdaddy is on the rise. More than hundred thousand consumers are interested in visiting the website due to Consumerdaddy’s consumer reports on various products and companies. Consumers also file consumer complaints regarding any product or service on the website. Many consumers purchase products that either have defects or …

The Consumerdaddy officials have announced that reviews posted by consumers are increasing on their website on a daily basis. As many consumers visit the website, more than thousands of reviews are being posted on the website. Consumers file consumer complaints and reviews like praises and criticisms on different products and companies on Consumerdaddy. The praises and …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that the number of consumer complaints filed against various products and companies increases in their website Consumerdaddy.com. The consumers prefer filing their complaints on the website because the complaints get resolved quickly without paying any money. Consumers have started to file more complaints due to Consumerdaddy complaint success rate which keeps increasing …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that there are hundreds of consumers who call and appreciate the work of Consumerdaddy every month. Consumers file thousands of consumer complaints and Consumerdaddy officials personally address the consumer regarding the clarification of complaint details and also to check on the status of the complaints. Consumerdaddy has a database of 40, 000 …

Paycorp, a leading payment solutions provider in the Australasian region confirms it has successfully re-certified as a Level 1 PCI DSS compliant service provider with it’s QSA, Vectra Corporation. “Our Level 1 PCI DSS recertification demonstrates our adherence to the highest level of PCI Compliance and the commitment we maintain for safeguarding customer financial information. …

MINDBODY, Inc., the industry leader in cloud-based, business management software for health and wellness organizations worldwide, has received a major investment from two of the country’s most respected venture capital firms, Bessemer Venture Partners and Catalyst Investors. The infusion of private equity, totaling $14 million, includes an initial tranche of …

International Warranty Administration Services, Inc. (IWASI), a leading provider of warranty products for top-rated companies in North America, South America, Europe and the Caribbean, announces the launch of its Centura Home Services membership plan. Consisting of three home warranty coverage options plus an extensive national repair network and an identity theft benefit. Centura Home Services …

Today, the Internet is a major force in the way people live, play and take care of their day-to-day business. Now, despite a long-term financial downturn and record-high unemployment, the Internet also provides financially-strapped people with an important place for to quickly obtain the extra cash they need for bills, past due payments and other …

Today, Software Logic, Inc. proudly announced it is a 2010 Microsoft Partner Award Winner for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction. The company was chosen from a US based field of top Microsoft partners delivering market-leading customer solutions built on Microsoft technology. “On behalf of Software Logic, we are honored to be the …

John Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Lawson-Hawks Insurance Associates, announced the recent addition of Marti Romaneck as Vice President and Manager of its Commercial Lines Division for the venerable Mountain View, CA-based insurance intermediary, risk manager and broker. “As Lawson-Hawks has continued its sustained growth in all facets of the insurance and risk management industries, we …

C22 Capital, Inc. and its sister company Catch 22 Entertainment, LLC, a full-service film production and distribution company, are crafting a multi-faceted marketing campaign to promote BEYOND THE MAT, the company’s latest feature film, announced C22 Capital, Inc. CEO Anthony Millan. One such significant and oft-overlooked opportunity exists in the film’s lead character: an Asian …

Dr. Jose V. “Zito” Sartarelli, a successful pharmaceutical executive at three Fortune 500 companies, has officially assumed his new position as the Milan Puskar Dean of the College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University (WVU). “Dr. Sartarelli has been a successful business executive, especially in the international arena, while staying …

Equity Risk Partners (ERP) has announced the expansion of its Chicago-based team with the addition of Brian Stratton as Director - Business Development. Equity Risk Partners is the only full-service insurance brokerage and consulting firm focused exclusively on the needs of the private equity industry. In his new role, Mr. Stratton will be responsible for …

Cash for Gold Co often receives questions from people who want to know what they really have in their jewelry boxes. This is especially true when the metal is white or silver in color so the company feels an accurate answer might be of help to prospective Internet sellers.  According to Joe Montes, president, “White gold …

Magnolia LTC Management Services Inc. (Magnolia) is pleased to announce that Chet Laws has joined the firm as business development manager. Mr. Laws began his insurance career at Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company in 1985. He has been on the brokerage consulting side of the insurance industry for the past 13 years, …

K. Hovnanian Homes is moving one of the Twin Cities’ most desirable areas higher on the wanted list by building 73 elegant single-family homes at K. Hovnanian’s Donnelly Farms. K. Hovnanian said it has broken ground on new single-family homes ranging in size from 1,993 square feet to 2,903 square feet, and offering three or four …

When the Blumbergs decided to come home and work in the family businesses, it didn’t take them long to find the perfect new home in the ideal neighborhood at K. Hovnanian’s Estates at Meadow Creek. The Blumbergs were more than ready to settle down. Scott’s old job had required the family to move about every two …

Numerous sellers have asked Cash for Gold Co to define just what an ‘unresolved complaint’ actually is. Simply stated, an unresolved complaint is just what it implies: A customer complaint about some element of the buying transaction that has either been ignored by a buyer or remains unsatisfied! According to Joe Montes, president, “We are exceedingly …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that more number of consumers prefer the score factor mechanism on the site as it aids them in making informed decisions. More than thousands of consumers prefer Consumerdaddy due to their reliable product reports and company reports. Also, the reviews and consumer complaints posted by other consumers on the Consumerdaddy website …

MyTimeShareAttorney.com announced today that victims of timeshare misrepresentations are eligible for a Free Attorney Consultation.  With all the marketing hype and high-pressure sales tactics being deployed by the timeshare industry, consumers need somewhere to get non-biased information.  MyTimeshareAtorrney.com is providing Florida residents and non Florida residents who purchased timeshares located in Florida, a Free Consultation …

Phoenix Transfer, Inc. announced that El Segundo, CA-based Griffin Capital is the first client to adopt Phoenix’s Electronic Subscription System. Financial advisors and investors will jointly submit new investments, transfers, and other investor forms directly to Phoenix Transfer in a secure electronic format through ESS, part of the STAR 2010-XMS. STAR’s …

Consumerdaddy officials have announced that more than thousands of consumers seek their website for consumer related information. Consumers turn to websites like Consumerdaddy to obtain information on any product or service based on the reviews or consumer complaints posted by other consumers. Lots of consumers seek methods like Internet to get more information on products …

SwiftMoney is one of the UK’s market leaders in online payday loans. SwiftMoney’s payday loans range from £50 to £1000 and are taken out from the date of application to the payday specified by the applicant.  A payday loan is a hassle-free solution to household bills, emergency expenses, short-term money needs and people facing a cash …

Among the millions of Americans affected by the housing crisis of recent years, most blame the country’s general economic hardships and record unemployment for the high foreclosure numbers and continually depressed market prices. Twenty-year real estate professional Melanie Smith has a different idea - one based on decades of experience and …

Beacon Funding has recently become an Associate Member of both the Professional Towing and Recovery Association of Illinois (PTROI) and the California Tow Truck Association (CTTA). As members of these towing associations, Beacon agrees to uphold high standards of honor and integrity, promote fellowship, and strive to be a premier provider …

SwiftMoney is one of the UK’s market leaders in online payday loans. SwiftMoney’s payday loans range from £50 to £1000 and are taken out from the very first date of the application to the payday specified by the applicant. A payday loan has been specially designed to help people through a cash crisis without the need of …

Breitling Oil and Gas today announced that the Trinity #1, the first well in its Breitling-Trinity 3 Well Drilling Prospect in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, is being completed as a possible oil and gas producer after reaching a total vertical depth of 3,753 feet. From log analysis, the well encountered several potentially productive …

The older generation of Americans who strategized to sell their homes in order to fund their eventual moves to assisted living and retirement communities, have seen their plans devastated by the housing market crisis, not to mention the free-fall decline of their investment portfolios. People who are in need of care …

Today, most seller’s think of gold jewelry as their best bet for the extra cash they need. And while gold and platinum are far more valuable, silver will also provide a source of much-needed funds for your emergency financial needs.  According to Joe Montes, president, “During our long economic crisis, many people have sent-in Sterling silver …

SwiftMoney is one of the UK’s market leaders in online payday loans. SwiftMoney’s payday loans range from £50 to £1000 and are taken out from the date of application to the payday specified by the applicant. A payday loan is designed to help people through a cash crisis without the need of wasting money on expensive overdraft …

Kurt Angle, Olympic Gold medalist, six-time WWF champ and TNA Triple Crown winner, gets outside the ring and into the spotlight to give a punishing performance as Coach Kamen in Beyond The Mat, a high school wrestling film that also stars Mark Hapka (Days of Our Lives), John Wynn (NCIS), and …

Disability Insurance Resource Center, the nations largest and most experienced (since 1973) DI brokerage, exclusively specializing in all aspects of disability insurance (over 30+ articles) for both individual and business applications, including obtaining coverage for those who might believe they are uninsurable, has now published its second DI manual, “The anatomy of Denied Disability Insurance …

The Bascom Group, LLC has acquired the Maples at Crestwood Apartments, a 300-unit community in Denver, Colorado for $7,900,000 ($26,333 per unit or $35.21 per square foot). The property previously sold in 2002 for $19,400,000. The sale closed on August 6, 2010 and expanded Bascom’s Denver portfolio to 21 properties totaling …

Disasters that result in loss of data can affect businesses and individuals alike. EnduraData’s (http://www.enduradata.com) replication software allows users to replicate and backup data from one PC to one or many remote computers and from many computers to a single server. According to A. A. El Haddi, a software architect, “When a financial …

Econiq, a leading provider of frontline sales and service effectiveness solutions to banks and credit unions, and Strategix Performance, a leading provider of performance management and incentive compensation systems, today announced their partnership to deliver an innovative and powerful financial services performance improvement solution. “Financial institutions recognize that one of the essential keys to their success …

Are you looking for Texas Defensive Driving Classes or Adult Drivers Education? “Defensive Driving 24 / 7″ just launched their new website that offers Online defensive driving courses in Texas as well as teen and adult drivers education courses. No need to wasted your entire day in a classroom any more.  Just log on to their new …

Consumerdaddy officials have reported a 50% increase in traffic in their website for the month of Jul 03, 2010 to Aug 03, 2010. There are more than 1, 00,000 consumers visiting the website every month and posting thousands of consumer complaints and reviews. This shows that consumers are not satisfied with the after-sale services provided …

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LWG Consulting, a global provider of computer forensic and electronic evidence discovery services to law firms, announces their participation in this year’s National Bar Association (http://www.nationalbar.org) annual conference in New Orleans, LA. This year’s conference will be held August 8, 2010 - August 13, 2010 at the Marriott New Orleans. Leslie Lumpkins, …

Orlando Bankruptcy Attorney Susan Budowski recently launched the online virtual bankruptcy center www.myflbankruptcyattorney.com today.  The site allows individuals that need to file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy to do so completely online.  Today Attorney Budowski announced preferred pricing and payment plans for active and retired military personnel. Attorney Budowski conveys there are many benefits …

At the close of business last Friday, two unusual things were taking place. The price of gold reached an all-time record high of $1,255.70/Ounce and new home Mortgages were carrying the lowest interest rate ever. This is a rare opportunity for many people who can qualify for a new mortgage but need more cash for …

Orlando Bankruptcy Attorney Susan Budowski recently launched the online virtual bankruptcy center www.myflbankruptcyattorney.com.  The site allows individuals that need to file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy to do so completely online.  Today Budowski announced preferred pricing and payment plans for Senior Citizens. Attorney Budowski conveys there are many benefits to being able to complete …

Disability Insurance Services (DIS) announced today it is introducing a disability insurance quote engine that agents can add to their websites and e-mail signatures at no cost. DIS is the first in the industry to offer agents and affiliates their own e-mail signature quoting engine. Dan Steenerson, president of Disability Insurance Services, …

Orlando Bankruptcy Attorney Susan Budowski launched the online virtual bankruptcy center http://www.myflbankruptcyattorney.com today. The site allows individuals that need to file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy to do so completely online. Attorney Budowski conveys there are many benefits to being able to complete a bankruptcy online: Not having to take off work and drive …

Equity Risk Partners (ERP), the only full-service insurance brokerage and consulting firm focused exclusively on the needs of the private equity industry, has announced the addition of Joseph Fitzpatrick as Director - Executive Liability. Mr. Fitzpatrick will focus his efforts on the firm’s financial institutions practice group, specifically on the …

Cash for Gold Co, one of the leading Internet buyers of precious metals, receives many inquiries about how they determine the current value of the gold, platinum and silver items received from sellers. Apparently sellers need to understand what seems to be a confusing subject to many, so this answer bears repeating once more. According to …

Consumerdaddy officially announced rapid increase in the number of filed consumer complaints on their website. Recently a growing trend among Indian consumers, dissatisfied with the customer support, is to file criticisms and consumer complaints on various web based forums. Consumerdaddy is one such forum that has witnessed thousands of registered users expressing their consumer experiences …

RiskCommunities, a non-profit group aimed at helping technology firms make the most of the economic rebound, nabbed an interview with Christian Groh of SVB Analytics this week. SVB Analytics provides solutions to analytical and administrative problems, unique to technology and life science companies. Julie Davis, founder of RiskCommunities, interviewed Christian Groh, SVB …

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is a land of contrasts. There is Merida - the 500-year-old Colonial City and then there are the newly developing beaches of the Caribbean. The office of Mexico International Real Estate offers this full spectrum of properties. Eric Partney, associate broker at Mexico International, explains, “After living in the …

In an uncertain securities market still recovering from the recession, Protect-My-Retirement-Funds.com, an online subscription-based service, provides individual investors with weekly, instead of the typical quarterly, reports of their retirement portfolios’ performance. According to William Earle, the company’s founder, keeping track of one’s investments on a weekly basis has become very important to …

Irvine, California-based Premier Business Centers has signed a long-term lease for the entire 9th floor consisting of 18,649 sq. ft. (74 fully furnished plug & play office suites) in order to create a new executive office suite at the Conexant Building, which is located at 4000 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 900, Newport …

Colton Stenke today unveiled GayFriendlyLongTermCare.com to help gay males and lesbians (including bisexuals and transsexuals) access information about long-term care insurance. Visitors to the site will be able to request information from an industry professional, and beginning in mid-August find a resource page and a community links page to inform and engage the community. Like the …

CRM Software, makers of Junxure, the industry’s leading CRM and office management software for financial advisors, announced today the release of Junxure Version 8.7, a major enhancement to the current Junxure Version 8. Version 8.7 includes a new PortfolioCenter(R) Import Wizard that significantly improves data importing from the Portfolio Center portfolio …

Bernard Madoff continues to cause pain and misery for his former investors. A recent announcement by the bankruptcy trustee in the Madoff bankruptcy case advised former investors that any distributions that they may have received from Madoff are in jeopardy of attachment. The bankruptcy trustee has the power to recoup distributions …

Utilize Book Marketing Secrets That Sell Books! How To Be A Top Notch Media Guest On Radio Campaigns With Over One Million Books Published In 2009, Authors Are Asking How To Sell Books In A Competitive Marketplace. Annie Jennings of the national PR firm knows 18 ways to sell your book with one of them being getting booked as …

PE-Nexus, LLC unveiled PE-Nexus.com (http://www.pe-nexus.com), a specialized professional networking community aimed at facilitating interaction, communication, and deal flow exchange between M&A professionals. PE-Nexus is an invitation-only platform which combines a secure deal marketplace with a professional networking community, specifically for the M&A industry. Its mission is to unite the …

MEDIA TRAINING TO PREPARE FOR YOUR RADIO INTERVIEW OR TV INTERVIEW: MEDIA TRAINING - WHAT’S THE #1 MEDIA TRAINING MISTAKE AUTHORS MAKE ON RADIO SHOWS: This is a mistake that a lot of authors make when they go into an interview not prepared, when they go in without media training or without the skill set necessary …

How To Market Your Book The Essentials  Of Book Marketing BOOK PUBLICITY PROGRAMS: Annie Jennings PR presents the components of a book marketing and book promotion campaign.  With over one million books published in 2009 (Bowker), book authors face intense competition with other authors who also wish to market and sell their book. It is important to create …

Salt Lake City, UT – July 26, 2010 The Salt Lake City based private equity firm, SilverLeaf Financial had a record breaking 2nd quarter this year. The firm successfully closed the 2nd quarter by acquiring a sizable pool of assets from the Milwaukee based, Marshal and Ilsey Bank. This most recent acquisition …

The Salt Lake City-based private equity firm SilverLeaf Financial had a record-breaking 2nd quarter this year. The firm successfully closed the 2nd quarter by acquiring a sizable pool of assets from the Milwaukee-based Marshal and Ilsey Bank. This most recent acquisition consists of 19 assets from 17 loan relationships, 25 loans …

Pembrook Capital Management, LLC (”Pembrook”), a commercial real estate investment management company, with a core focus on community-based real estate finance, provided a $47.1 million, 24 month fixed rate loan to recapitalize 100 11th Avenue in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, NY. The property construction is completed …

Consumerdaddy.com website officials announced today that the website consumerdaddy.com now hosts the largest consumer complaints, consumer protection and consumer reporting database in India. The consumer report database of Consumerdaddy catalogs 40000 companies and 200,000 products, and each product has a detailed consumer report with statistical, empirical, and historical information about the satisfaction of its consumers. Since …

Australians use a different decision-making process when buying life insurance, compared to that used to buy income protection insurance, recent research reveals. Findings from a survey of 1000 Australians conducted by lifebroker early in 2010 show that emotions play a greater role in the purchase of life insurance, than it does in the purchase of income …

Don’t think that the Mount Vernon Money Center’s corporate asset liquidation sale ordered by the US bankruptcy court is bad news for other cash management and cash-in-transit service companies. Instead, it will have a positive effect on these financial sector industries, according to Jim Grimwade, CEO of JG Resources, a national …

IGH Solutions introduces Dynamic Images(R) DI Flex(TM), affordable, lightweight large-format lenticular signage that dramatically lowers the cost of lenticular out-of-home advertising campaigns. “Experience has shown that lenticular signage, especially in large format applications like transit advertising and kiosks, is a great way to cut through clutter and create immediate brand awareness,” said …

In response to the “graying of America” phenomena, Senior Smart announced today the inception of http://www.assisted-living-info.org, an online tool that provides the perfect match between families and seniors actively looking for assisted living and quality assisted living facilities nationwide. The senior population, in this country and around the world, is growing and …

Ed Slott, author and creator of the nationally aired public television special Stay Rich Forever and Ever with Ed Slott, will host a free financial seminar Tuesday, September 14, at 6:00 p.m. at the BWI Westin Hotel. Slott will share valuable information about the financial industry as well as important money-saving …

ComCam International, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: CMCJ) announced today that it has executed a joint venture agreement with The School of Franchising in Kansas City, Kansas to offer a turnkey franchise management system as a monthly service to the restaurant industry. The joint venture expects to deploy ComCam’s patented video-based Enterprise …

Disability Insurance Services, a leading brokerage in the disability insurance arena, announced today that it has surpassed 500,000 disability insurance cases. The accomplishment is the result of a steadfast commitment to provide insurance brokers and affiliates with industry-leading tools, practices and technologies that help turn DI opportunities into successes. “We’ve invested …

Natural disasters in Queensland, Victoria, Western Australia and Tornado affected regions around Lennox Head in New South Wales have increased the pressure on insurance companies to process claims quickly and effectively. For the biggest general insurer, Suncorp, the increase in claims highlighted the need to keep clients better informed on the progress of their claims. For …

Allure Energy, Inc. today announced smart energy technology that is designed to simplify and enhance home energy management, while increasing energy savings by up to 30%. Using its patent-pending Proximity Control(TM) Technology, Allure Energy has created the first truly automated home energy management system. “Our solution will revolutionize home energy management by …

Innovative firms are facing some of the greatest challenges in recent history. Many are reassessing the way they do business in a global environment. To seize the opportunities as the economy rebounds, RiskCommunities, a non-profit group, is pleased to share some broad perspectives. RiskCommunities’ aim is to help firms make wise choices as the economy rebounds …

A group of renowned independent insurance brokerage firms announced today the launch of Equity Risk Partners Global (ERP Global), a worldwide insurance broker alliance focused exclusively on the needs of the private equity sector. As the first and only entity of its kind, ERP Global is comprised of international brokerages in …

HealthCare Information Management, Inc. (HCIM), a nationally recognized managed care information technology software and consulting services firm specializing in Business Process Automation (BPA), announces its milestone 10th anniversary today. On July 14, 2000, five managed care operations and information technology experts founded HCIM with the goal of addressing the complexities …

Southern California-based Alcole Capital Group announced it has arranged $17.2 million for the refinance of a 262-multifamily housing property in San Diego, CA. Chris Hutchison and Keith Oldham of Alcole Capital Group completed the financing for a private investor with a well-established global lender. According to Hutchison of Alcole Capital, “… we …

Do you try to save money with little success? Are you truly getting ahead financially, or do you find yourself treading water? Raymond Kallaher, Jr. has an important message for you: “You can’t save your way to financial freedom! Inflation & taxes will eat you alive!” In his revelatory new book …

Irvine, California-based Premier Office Centers, LLC dba Premier Business Centers has acquired an existing executive suite operation located at 2600 West Olive Avenue, 5th Floor in Burbank, California (http://www.pbcenters.com/locations/california/los-angeles-county/executive-suites-burbank/index.htm). The suite is in the Burbank media district and has 92 offices and consists of 23,481 rentable square feet. This is Premier Business …

In its quest to provide income protection to every working American, Disability Insurance Services (DIS) has introduced Wednesday Webinars - a new program designed to keep brokers and affiliates on the cutting edge of the disability insurance industry. Offered every Wednesday at 11 a.m. PST, these interactive, hands-on sessions provide innovative …

What would you do if you were severely injured in an accident and your heath insurance company insisted it be reimbursed all of the compensation you could possibly receive from the liable party? “In a startling change of tactics, health insurers are becoming very aggressive, asserting rights to all the accident …

Phoenix Transfer, Inc. announced today that it will begin testing The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation’s (DTCC) Alternative Investment Products (AIP) platform. Phoenix Transfer will feed the AIP platform with non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) and limited partnerships data, giving registered representatives and financial advisers the ability to seamlessly …

Consumers say “show me the Carfax®” before they buy used automobiles. They want to make sure the cars have not been in accidents or experienced excessive repairs.  These same consumers will turn around and invest their life savings with financial advisors and not require any documentation or background checks.  It …

Dwight Shane Baldwin, CEO of SilverLeaf Financial (http://www.silverleaf-financial.com/), recently spoke about the proven SilverLeaf value proposition that begins with identifying under-performing loans that display the potential to achieve a targeted return on investment. Prior to making a bid to purchase pools from within an FDIC offering, the SilverLeaf Financial team thoroughly underwrites …

The inaugural Hospitality Industry Success Index (HISI), developed by national commercial catering equipment financier Silver Chef, was unveiled in Brisbane today (Thursday, 1 July).  The national report provides an insight into the health of the hospitality sector and has found the industry is not as risky an enterprise as public sentiment suggests. It revealed more than …

The American Senior Benefits Association(R) (ASBA(R)) recently unveiled a new long-term care program aimed at helping members and their families learn about the costs associated with unexpected long-term medical care. The new program is being offered through ASBA’s relationship with AIMS Benefit Solutions, a benefits administrator with a 22-year presence in …

Discover France Adventures, http://www.discoverfrance.com/, leaders and specialists in France for cycling and hiking tours, is experiencing an upswing in Europe-bound travelers from the US this summer thanks to more favorable exchange rates. “Since May we have been hearing from people who have decided to do Europe again because it has become more …

Breitling Oil and Gas Corporation announced today that drilling has begun on the Trinity #1, the first of 3 wells in its Trinity oil and natural gas prospect. The Trinity #1 is located in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma. The initial well is being drilled to a depth of approximately 3700 feet and should achieve total depth …

Gordon “Grant” Curtis, Seasoned Portfolio Manager & Executive Director for CI Investments of Ticino, Switzerland, will be panelist moderator for the Opal Group flagship conference in Newport, Rhode Island. Mr. Curtis will be placing particular emphasis on Socially Responsible Investing and how it can be profitably integrated into investment portfolio strategies. Unlike other investment conferences, “Race …

DataCare Corporation (http://www.datacare.com), the leader in web-based workers’ compensation software, today announced it has successfully completed a Type II SAS 70 audit of Ahshay the company’s electronic workplace application. The resulting Independent Service Auditor’s Report certified that DataCare follows required procedures, has solid security controls, and protects clients’ data in accordance with best practices. The …

Anthony Millan, CEO of Catch 22 Entertainment, LLC, the film financing, producing and distribution company division of C22 Capital, Inc., has named former Paramount Pictures senior marketing executive Susan Wrenn to head the company’s marketing department.  Wrenn’s appointment comes at a critical juncture for Catch 22, which recently expanded its scope of activities to include …

CIMCON Software, the pioneering Market Leader in providing a complete range of Spreadsheet Control and Compliance Solutions, today announced its sponsorship of the European Spreadsheet Risks Interest Group’s (EuSpRIG) 2010 Annual Conference in Greenwich, London on July 15th and 16th, 2010. Recognized as the world’s only spreadsheet risk management event, the EuSpRIG 2010 Annual Conference on …

Financial advisors and financial planners should be required to publish CRD (Central Registry Depository) numbers on their business cards. These unique identifiers make it easy to check their compliance records in the FINRA.org database. But, this requirement does not exist because Wall Street doesn’t want you to have these numbers. In the absence of CRD numbers you …

National Service Network (NSN) announces its alliance partnership with International Warranty Administration Services, Inc. (IWASI) as a strategic relationship in both the domestic and international markets for commercial and household repair. NSN hosts thousands of licensed repair agencies across international boundaries, providing service and quality to its members. NSN supports companies, manufacturers and distributors in …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all Alabama individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms, flooding and tornadoes occurring April 24 - 25. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm, flood or tornado …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all New Jersey individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms and flooding occurring March 12 - April 15. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm and flood …

Disability Insurance Services (DIS) is thrilled to introduce a new, innovative insurance marketing system called Broker Computer Assisted Marketing (BCAM). It’s powerful, fast, responsive, and best of all, proven to rev-up disability insurance sales. Hard-working insurance brokers are often so busy servicing clients that there’s no time left to prospect. Many feel they could generate a …

A tax incentive for business owners that would avoid the looming commercial real estate loan crisis while creating 1.3 million jobs is detailed for the first time in a report released today. “This report is the first to illustrate how dramatic job creation through limited energy efficiency tax incentives can prevent a meltdown in the commercial …

CIMCON Software, the Pioneering Market Leader in Spreadsheet Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) today announced that it has been rated as the top vendor for “Spreadsheet Compliance Products” by the readers of Operational Risk & Regulation magazine, a leading publication dedicated to helping risk and compliance professionals think strategically about the key risk and regulatory …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all Mississippi individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms, flooding and tornadoes occurring April 23 -24. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm, flood or tornado damage …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all Massachusetts individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) by June 28 for the severe storms and flooding occurring March 12 - April 26. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm and flood damage is Monday, June 28. Those …

Independence Day was Originally July 2nd? The Continental Congress actually accepted the Declaration of Independence on July 2, 1776, thereby declaring independence from England. Dr. Steve Abernathy, an expert on presidential history, can tell you about this story including why one of the delegates said that July 4th would become known as National Horsefly Day. Dr. …

Financial planners and financial advisors do not have audited track records or mandatory disclosure requirements. Consequently, it is very difficult for investors to determine their competence and trustworthiness before they select them. This unfortunate reality creates a major financial risk for investors and the less they know about advisors the bigger the risk. Starting in …

While it’s still too early to know all the financial consequences the health care bill may have for business owners, they should start now to consider financial strategies to manage possible increased costs, taxes and borrowing rates, advises fee-only financial planner Rick Kahler, president of Kahler Financial Group. A recently released study found the Congressional Budget …

Equity Risk Partners (ERP), the only full-service insurance brokerage and consulting firm focused exclusively on the needs of the private equity industry, has announced the appointment of William Monat as Managing Director - Transactional Products, effective immediately. Mr. Monat will be responsible for establishing the firm’s Transactional Products practice group and building ERP’s capabilities for …

It has been well documented that 11,000 individuals, families, and institutions lost more than $50 billion when they invested in Bernie Madoff’s illegal Ponzi scheme. His victims could have avoided these massive losses if they had spent a few hundred dollars on a background check that would have uncovered negative information about Madoff and his …

In a qualified retirement plan, when lump sum distribution checks go uncashed, a benefit is still due to the participant. However, if taxes are withheld and reported to the taxing authorities, a Default/Missing Participant IRA is not an option, as a taxable distribution has taken place. Since the funds are now non-qualified, they cannot be …

GARTNER Security & Risk Management Summit Identity Finder, LLC, a global leader in data loss prevention (DLP) and identity protection, today announced the launch of their Enterprise Suite 4.5 from the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit. Developed to address the needs of small and large organizations, Identity Finder Enterprise Suite 4.5 reduces the risk …

Are you an author or expert?  Are you getting booked on radio shows as the guest? If so, here are pointers to help you be successful on the show and be so good, that you are invited back as well.   Media Training Tips For Radio.   NO CELL PHONE OR HEADSET:  Never do a show using a …

N-Play(R), the real estate industry’s first online offer and negotiation service, is proud to be a featured company in the “Start-Up Alley,” part of Real Estate Connect, held at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square on July 13-15, 2010. To be featured in the Start-Up Alley, companies must use technology in an innovative way and …

Loan modifications have helped hundreds of thousands of people drop principal, lower mortgage rates, or reduce payments for the last several years, but many homeowners still haven’t taken advantage of the programs available. Officials from Bank of America, Wells Fargo and other banks have even set up their own lender-specific modification programs to help customers that …

Securities America has introduced New Conversations, a series of three business growth toolkits to help advisors enhance their relationships with clients and get a strong start with prospective clients. “Our New Conversations topics and tools provide our advisors with a framework for engaging clients and prospects on important financial topics,” said Kirk Hulett, senior vice president …

Attorneys nationwide have long looked to Robert Armstrong and Sanford M. Fisch as pioneers in law firm practice management. Now, with the publication of The E-Myth Attorney: Why Most Legal Practices Don’t Work and What to Do About It (ISBN 0470503653, Wiley, http://www.amazon.com/E-Myth-Attorney-Legal-Practices-About/dp/0470503653), Armstrong and Fisch are showing attorneys everywhere exactly how to build a …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all Kentucky individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms, flooding, mudslides, and tornadoes occurring May 1 - June 1. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm, flood, …

In the first study done on the impact on investment advisors of the liberalized Roth IRA conversion rules that went into effect in January, research sponsored by Advisors Trusted Advisor (http://www.AdvisorsTrustedAdvisor.com) and completed by 242 investment advisors in April/May shows that the majority of clients are showing little interest - but advisors are doing little …

The Internet plays a major role in the way people live, play and take care of business. Now, in the midst of a long-term financial downturn and record-high unemployment, the Internet is also an important place for financially-strapped people to quickly obtain the extra cash they need for bills, past due payments and day-to-day living …

The first-ever iPhone application for insurance agents called LeadsROI was created by InsuranceLeads.com. Existence of the Apple iPhone LeadsROI application was leaked on http://www.facebook.com/ISellInsurance , the world’s biggest insurance agents’ Facebook community. The World’s Best Insurance Salesperson, who is a constant contributor to the ISellInsurance Facebook community, informed his fellow agents of this great innovation that …

The number of Americans filing for personal bankruptcy is skyrocketing, largely fueled by foreclosures and job losses, according to figures released by the National Bankruptcy Research Center, which compiles and analyzes bankruptcy data. In fact, consumer credit card debt has surpassed $961 billion, and 97 percent of consumers seeking pre-bankruptcy credit counseling are unable to …

Salt Lake City, UTSilverLeaf Financial (www.SilverLeaf-Financial.com) recently announced it has purchased 321 single family mortgages. These 1st position trust deed mortgages are located primarily in Indiana and Ohio, with values ranging from $60,000 - $100,000. All of the mortgages are “non-performing” mortgages, meaning they are delinquent on their payments, but have not been foreclosed …

The Salt Lake City-based private equity firm SilverLeaf Financial remains very busy this quarter. “The second quarter appears to be the most active quarter since banks, special servicers and the FDIC began selling debt,” said SilverLeaf Financial CEO Shane Baldwin. “We see several loans being sold this quarter by special servicers, as well as an …

The Internet is rapidly becoming the place of choice for people who wish to sell their broken or unwanted precious metal jewelry for fast cash. Nevertheless, it also has risks that you can avoid by being careful of which buyer you sell to and if you avoid the multitude of scams that exist online. According to …

Capitol Insurance Companies (Capitol) is pleased to announce the enhanced availability of accident insurance products for athletic and non-athletic activities for both adults and youths through a newly designed quick quote feature on Capitol’s agent portal. The quick quote feature allows agents and brokers to rate, quote and bind coverage in a fast and easy …

Autotrading is a relatively new feature at most brokerages that allows an investor’s trading account to mirror that of a professional. OptionGenius.com, an option trading advisory service, just launched their autotrade feature this week in conjunction with Eoption.com, a registered broker/dealer, to be able to offer autotrading to their members. Through autotrading, members of the OptionGenius.com …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all Tennessee individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, and tornadoes occurring April 30 - May 18. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm, …

Finally there is a way to get all the information and training one needs to be a successful real estate investor. Bad economy? Think again! It’s been said that the “time to buy is when blood is running through the streets.” While that may be a bit extreme, it’s most assuredly true. That is to say …

MidCap Advisors is pleased to announce that Allen Conger will open MidCap Advisors’ new Charleston, South Carolina office. “We are very pleased that Allen has joined the MidCap Team,” said John Poppe, Partner and Co-Founder of MidCap Advisors. “Allen’s professional experience as both an investment banker and former business owner, combined with his strong connections throughout …

With increasing concern over privacy of information online - especially in the wake of Facebook’s recent policy changes - consumers and businesses alike are taking a closer look at not only privacy, but safety and security of online transactions. To date, much of the focus has been on consumers as the victims of credit card fraud. …

Admissions Lab, a leading Microsoft Higher Education Partner, has received $1.5 million in funding to support the release of Enrollment Manager(TM), the world’s first fully on-demand higher education admissions management service. Enrollment Manager(TM) gives higher education admissions professionals a better way to make their class by combining the best of on-demand enrollment management software with personalized …

Disability Insurance Services (http://www.diservices.com) and Custom Benefit Plans (http://www.custombenefitplans.com) have entered into a new strategic relationship to aggressively promote disability insurance. The alliance gives CBP affiliated agents access to DIS expertise, products and services designed to help insurance brokers find an expert solution for every disability client. “In the past, disability insurance was not our forte,” …

David Mendez V., CRPC, was managing clients’ investments for a large firm in 2007 when he began to notice the unmistakable signs of an economy heading toward collapse. He alerted his co-workers, supervisors and clients; some chose to act, others did not. His employer, he says, instructed him to encourage clients to buy during the …

Continuing Care Risk Retention Group (Continuing Care) ranked 15th in this year’s RRG Power 50 poll published in the May 2010 issue of Captive Review. The poll, which measures risk retention group financial strength and efficacy from a “capital efficiency” perspective, is based on company balance sheet results. Rankings are determined by comparing each company’s …

If you let your emotions guide your stock market choices, you could wind up broke. Nationally recognized retirement planning specialist Derrick Kinney, Principal of Derrick Kinney & Associates, says that investors who effectively manage their emotions during long periods of stock market volatility tend to make better long-term financial decisions and have higher levels of investor …

Today’s spot market prices for gold, platinum and silver represent a real profit opportunity for sellers who need fast cash for financial problem solving. Gold has now topped $1,240/Ounce; Platinum is at $1,515.00 and Silver at $18.17/Ounce. According to Joe Montes, president, “Continued uncertainty about global economic …

Los Angeles, CA-In response to customer inquiries, Cash for Gold Co has chosen to explain just what the Karat (K) markings on gold jewelry really tell you about the piece. While the explanation is rather simple, it appears that quite a few sellers don’t really understand the markings on their …

TREASURE HUNT: How To Make Facebook Pay Off Big For Your Company Lots of people are wondering how to make their business page on Facebook lead to new opportunities, new relationships and new clients.  Many firms are on the hunt for information that helps them build their social media presence in a way that leads to …

vWise Inc. today announced that RSI has chosen SmartPlan Enterprise solution to enhance the capabilities of its Defined Contribution Investment Only (DCIO) partners, and Wilmington Trust is the first RSI DCIO partner to debut the new solution. “We are always looking for ways to enhance the value of our platform, especially for our DCIO partners like …

Rainworks Omnimedia LLC, an emerging producer of touring museum exhibitions, announced the launch of its ambitious science education portfolio and its forthcoming slate of exhibitions at the World Science Festival in New York City last week. Departing from conventional wisdom in the museum marketplace that science museum visitors are primarily interested in dinosaurs, mummies, cadavers, Egypt, …

Professional Disability Associates, LLC (PDA) announced today the appointment of two new executives to its management team. Al Hemond has joined PDA as President and Kevin Riley has joined PDA as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Product Development. Company founder and CEO Dr. Donald Abbott said, “Adding Al and Kevin will effectively support PDA’s …

Srimad Devi Bhagavat 11th Canto, Chap. III. Lord Vishnu said, “A man wearing fourteen mukhi Rudraksa becomes highly auspicious, like Lord Shiva. Anyone who wears even one Rudraksha seed is always admired like saintly men and deities and can even attain liberation.” Srimad Devi Bhagavat 11th Canto, Chapter V verse 25 to 26 it is stated, …

The growing cache of iPhones, laptops and other electronic devices carried by Australians has fuelled a surge in travellers seeking extra insurance cover, according to the country’s largest online travel insurer. Travel Insurance Direct (www.travelinsurancedirect.com.au) has experienced a significant increase in the number of travellers opting for additional cover during the past year, but warns other …

Securities America has added Debra Grier as regional director of branch office development for the West Coast region, covering the states of California, Nevada, Hawaii, Washington and Oregon. Grier will work from Securities America’s headquarters in La Vista, Neb. Grier will execute recruiting strategies and communicate Securities America’s philosophy with independent financial professionals seeking to align …

In the wake of the global economic meltdown in the fall of 2008, many people around the world have been asking “what happened” and “how do we keep it from happening again?” While the causes are now well known, there is still great debate over how to prevent a similar economic catastrophe in the future. …

EagleView Technologies(TM), the leader in aerial roof measurements, introduces the new aerial measurement App for the iPhone that offers an easy, mobile alternative for placing, receiving and storing premium roof measurement reports. As the first tool in the EagleView mobile suite, the EagleView App allows users to utilize EagleView aerial roof measurement services from anywhere, …

GG-One Software, Inc. today announced that Brown & Brown of New York, Inc.’s Syracuse, New York office (doing business as “Brown & Brown Empire State”) has selected the iFastrack Software for management of insurance certificates. Through the use of GG-One Software’s iFastrack for the Web, Brown & Brown Empire State can offer a value-added service …

Mobile phone application vendor MyMenuMobile.com selected Network Intercept’s Secure-Me solution to protect users’ credit card information as they place their online orders. MyMenuMobile.com creates turn-key mobile phone restaurant apps. All data sent to a custom MyMenuMobile.com restaurant application from a user’s mobile device will be encrypted end to end. While protecting the user’s personal data, …

At the end of May, the Dow Jones Industrial Average saw its first close below 10,000 in nearly four months, reflecting a lack of confidence among investors. Individuals with retirement funds tied to the stock market drew a collective gasp as concern mounted over the stability of their savings. A new online subscription-based service, Protect-My-Retirement-Funds.com, is …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all Alabama individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms, flooding and tornadoes occurring April 24 - 25. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm, flood or tornado …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all New Jersey individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms and flooding occurring March 12 - April 15. The NEW deadline to register with FEMA for storm and …

The global market for language services will reach US$26 billion in 2010, according to a study by market research firm Common Sense Advisory. In its report, “Language Services Market 2010,” the firm details the findings of its comprehensive, six-month study, which identified 23,380 unique suppliers of translation and interpreting services across 149 countries. Topping the …

In close collaboration with PFSoft, Traders Trust has launched ProTrader brokerage software as “a trading system that is beneficially different from other brokerage platforms, with a host of special features* for our Forex traders.” Branded as Smart Forex Trading Platform by Traders Trust, this trading software “is specifically targeted at giving Smart investors fast and easy …

The Internet changed how people shop. Now, YOUReality LLC is changing how people will shop online. With the introduction of its Online Retail Visualization tool, YOUReality makes it possible for consumers to shop for products online and view them in 3D before they purchase, in their own spaces, by integrating Augmented Reality into a suite …

After reviewing the disclosure practices of more than 12,500 financial advisors since 2003, Paladin Registry concluded 80% of financial advisors omit or misrepresent information when they sell investment services and products. Jack Waymire, Paladin Registry founder and author of Who’s Watching Your Money? The 17 Paladin Principles for Selecting a Financial Advisor (ISBN 0471476994), has been …

LendingTree, the nation’s leading online lender exchange, today announced its plan to re-launch LendingTree University, a comprehensive program designed to provide loan officers with the best-in-class training necessary to achieve success within the LendingTree Network. Continuing its commitment to earn consumer trust in one of the largest financial decisions one can make, loan officers will …

Cash for Gold Co frequently receives questions from people who want to know what they actually have in their jewelry boxes. This is a very common question so the company feels an accurate answer might be of help to prospective Internet sellers. According to Joe Montes, present, “White gold is an alloy that combines 24K …

Lucky to be alive, Canadian cyclist Luke Rae narrowly avoided serious injury while riding his bicycle in St. Johns Canada; Luke captured the entire incident on his Tachyon XC Micro helmet camera. CNN and CBC both ran the story Thursday, May 27, 2010: “I ride about 6000km a year and I see a lot on the road,” …

Well, there you go. It happened again. Every now and then we speak to an author who thinks they have to trash talk someone to get the media’s attention. Now, the author’s underlying intent is inherently good.  He wants to create awareness and help solve the problem. But the way he wants to do it just contributes to the …

In today’s bleak economic climate, as many people face financial problems, it’s easy to neglect other areas of life, especially spiritually. However, financial and spiritual health may well be connected. In his inspirational new guide, Money Medicine: Spiritual Rx for Financial Disease (published by iUniverse), Bob Mandel comes forth to offer readers the tools they …

Gordon “Grant” Curtis, executive director and portfolio manager for CI Investments of Ticino, Switzerland, will be presenting at the GAIM International Investment Conference in Monaco on single family office strategies for capitalizing on energy-related opportunities and socially responsible investments. Mr. Curtis has lead CI to rank in the top performance percentile for 4 of the …

A Cash for Gold Co customer recently asked the company if her ‘Black Hills’ gold jewelry would be worth as much as normal gold jewelry, why it appeared so different and how it would be valued compared to regular gold. According to Joe Montes, president, “We find this an interesting …

Should your clients SEE YOU on TV? Yes, TV gives you a competitive edge.  Clients love seeing the person they are working with on TV.  They love that they have chosen an industry expert.  It backs up their choice.  Let’s talk about it here. It’s more important than ever for clients, both the ones currently on board as well …

What Could You Do With 10 Million REAL LIVE Listeners? Inspire the world? Influence change? Create new thought? Live your dreams OUT LOUD? Of course!  That’s what Annie’s clients do every day. They are on fire from the thrill of knowing they are reaching millions with their message, living their life’s work, helping others and the world. Campaigns for all:  Clients love …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has quietly incorporated new security features into the OSHA 10 and 30 hour wallet cards issued by trainers to students completing OSHA Outreach training courses. Since several states and many general contractors have made possession of an OSHA 10 hour or 30 hour card mandatory for workers on …

THE COMMON SENSE MARKET NEWSLETTER redefines the industry standard for financial newsletters in that it presents market analysis and prognostication not only as it relates to securities/equities markets but for commodities markets, currency markets, real estate markets and other tangible asset classes, etc. as well. (Other financial newsletters - for reasons unknown - typically omit …

Eric R. Voth, Business Transaction Consultant, today launched “Gearing Up to Sell Your Company,” a 20-segment on-line video series for business owners thinking of selling their companies. The series, available at no cost, is geared toward educating middle-market and small business owners. The videos feature a wide array of topics on top concerns that owners may …

Disaster Updates (www.disasterupdates.com), a disaster news site, urges all Mississippi individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster counties to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as soon as possible for damages from the severe storms, flooding and tornadoes occurring April 23 -24. The deadline to register with FEMA for storm, flood or tornado damage …

Phoenix Marketing International, one of the fastest growing research companies in the U.S., announced today findings from a new product designed to quantify the overall impact of integrated advertising campaigns on driving brand impression and consideration (persuasion) and to also measure the relative impact of each campaign media (Direct Mail, Online, Outdoor, Print, Radio, TV, …