Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Fitch Teleconf: Credit Analysis to Include OPEB Liability, March 26th, 1PM EDT | Business Wire

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As the deadline for implementation of Governmental Accounting Standards


Board Statement No. 45 (GASB 45) by larger governmental entities nears,


Fitch Ratings has further developed its thinking on the credit


implications for state and local governments of providing long-term


funding for other post-employment benefits (OPEB). In Fitch’s special


report titled ‘Old Promises, Emerging Bills: Considering OPEB in Public


Finance Ratings’ Fitch focuses on how the various approaches to managing


and funding the liability will affect its credit analysis, rather than


on meeting the reporting deadlines set forth by GASB 45, as Fitch


expects such compliance from the issuers it rates. It is Fitch’s opinion


that failure to comply with this regulation will be considered a weak


management practice.


In conjunction with the report, Fitch will host a teleconference to


discuss the key highlights regarding the impact of OPEB on rating


analysis and OPEB liability challenges and approaches on Monday, March


26 at 1 p.m. EDT. The call will be hosted by Amy Laskey, Managing


Director and Richard Raphael, Executive Managing Director in Fitch’s


Public Finance Group. The full report is currently available on Fitch’s


web site at www.fitchratings.com.


‘As GASB 45 approaches, we felt it important to follow up on our June


2005 report: The Not So Golden Years (Credit Implications of GASB 45)


and to more specifically discuss how we will consider governments’ plans


to address OPEB liabilities in our bond rating process over time,’ said


Amy Laskey. ‘While OPEB liabilities aren’t new, GASB 45’s reporting


requirements provide governments with a framework for quantifying them


and we expect that compliance with this standard will be a first step in


a multi-year process of confronting the liabilities for most entities.’


According to the report, Fitch will begin to incorporate a government’s


approach to addressing its OPEB liability, as well as the magnitude of


the liability itself, into its analysis of the main credit factors


including finances, debt and other long-term liabilities, management,


and the economy. As more governments receive actuarial reports that


estimate the liability, Fitch will evaluate those reports and discuss


the governments’ plans for addressing the liability. Fitch will assess


the assumptions used in the actuarial report, recognizing that they have


a significant impact on the resulting liability. Fitch expects that


after the actuarial report is released, municipalities will begin to


develop plans that may include funding of the existing liability,


benefit plan adjustments, increased employee and retiree contributions,


and other programs to reduce the liability or curb its growth.


To participate in the teleconference, interested parties should call


877-241-2557 five minutes prior to the 1 p.m. EDT start time and give


the title of the call ‘Fitch’s OPEB Teleconference’ or the call leader


name ‘Amy Laskey’. To ensure there are sufficient telephone lines


available, use internal conferencing capabilities, if possible, for


multiple listeners at a single location.


A replay of the teleconference will be available starting two hours


after the teleconference is completed and will be available until April


2 close of business. To listen to the teleconference replay,


participants should call 800-642-1687. The conference ID number for the


replay is ‘3644331’.


In addition, the teleconference will be archived on the Fitch web site;


interested parties can find the appropriate links at www.fitchratings.com.


Click on the ‘Fitch Events’ button, and then click ‘Teleconferences’.


Fitch’s rating definitions and the terms of use of such ratings are


available on the agency’s public site, www.fitchratings.com.


Published ratings, criteria and methodologies are available from this


site, at all times. Fitch’s code of conduct, confidentiality, conflicts


of interest, affiliate firewall, compliance and other relevant policies


and procedures are also available from the ‘Code of Conduct’ section of


this site.






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Fresno, CA – Attorney, Eric P. Escamilla of Escamilla Law, Answers Questions Regarding Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Qualifications in Regards to Home Foreclosures in the Valley

Fresno, California (PRWEB) March 07, 2014


The Law Offices of Eric P. Escamilla, in Fresno, California, can provide a bankruptcy analysis to residents of the Central Valley interested in seeing if they can still file and protect all of their existing assets, including their home equity, and receive a fresh start.



Housing values are rising quickly in the Central Valley and other parts of California and are projected to continue to increase in the foreseeable future. While this is normally good news for most homeowners, it is creating a problem for those homeowners who are in need of Chapter 7 bankruptcy relief in Fresno because protecting home equity can significantly limit the exemptions available to protect other assets such as cash and vehicles.



Homeowners whose houses are now worth more than the mortgages owed on them are having to face the prospect that, unless they file bankruptcy soon, they may have to choose between protecting either their homes or protecting other valuable property – but not both. It is becoming more and more common to see individuals who filed Chapter 7 being ordered to turn over property or pay money to the bankruptcy trustees because their home equity used up all of their exemptions available to protect assets such as vehicles, tax refunds, and other assets. Chapter 13 bankruptcy might be another option, but our experienced attorney’s will provide the information to decide which filing is right.



Escamilla Law Offices is conveniently located two blocks west of the Federal Courthouse. Please call (559) 485-2535 to get more information on a specific situation.














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Lucy Gets in Bed with Joe

(PRWEB) September 24, 2000


Remember the 70’s? joerecords.com spearheaded by Grammy nominated, Kate Hart, is now offering hard-to-find and previously unreleased material by The Tubes, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Omar and the Howler, Rick Derringer, Molly Hatchet and Spirit. The majority of the recordings were done by Sam Kopper original PD at legendary progressive rock station WBCN-Boston and who in the 70’s/80’s was one of the leading producers of live radio broadcasts nationwide. Sam’s credits inlcude such notable events as Live Aid and Diana Ross in Central Park. He has worked with artists ranging from Aerosmith to Zappa! The vaults contain master tapes from over 400 live radio broadcasted concerts as well as other unreleased studio material. In addition to this treasure of artists, joerecords.com is releasing the legendary and cult artist “Kathy McDonald” first American release since her 70’s album “Insane Asylum” on Capitol Records.



joerecords.com seeks, sells and distributes – ethnic, weird, unusual, world and hard-to-find music …… in keeping with their musical philosophy joerecords.com is excited to announce the release of Lucy Mongrel.



Why love Lucy? Lucy Mongrel comes from a world where Nashville moves to darkest Africa and dances the blues away on moonlit beaches of Cuba to the sound of bagpipes and banjos while natives hang over the musical ledge and heynas howl to the weird tunes by a full moon.



“What kind of music is this anyway?”………President of well known record company.


















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Bob Seger Presale Tickets for His 23-City Ride Out Tour On Sale Now and Available Online at TicketProcess.com



(PRWEB) September 30, 2014


Some top-flight opening acts have already been booked, and shows that stretch throughout the East Coast and Midwest will unfold when the tour begins in mid-October. Seger has a large and passionate following that can rival any rock soloist over the last 50 years. His discography shows a total of 17 studio albums, two live albums and a small handful of compilation albums. TicketProcess.com encourages fans serious about attending one or more of what could be his final live tour dates to access their online exchange as soon as possible. Tickets can be ordered online today at Ticket Process, toll free by phone @ 1-888-791-3322 or the official Ticket Process app.



Bob Seger 2014-15 ‘Ride Out Tour’ Dates



November



18 – The Dow Event Center, Saginaw, Mich.



22 – Cross Insurance Center, Bangor, Me.



24 – Scotiabank Center, Halifax, N.S.



26 – Saint John Harbour Station, Saint John, N.B.



29 – TD Garden, Boston



December



2 – Times Union Center, Albany, N.Y.



4 – Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland



6 – Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Conn.



9 – Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, Mich.



11 – United Center, Chicago



13 – Scottrade Center, St. Louis



17 – First Niagara Center, Buffalo



19 – Madison Square Garden, New York



January



22 – TBA, Pittsburgh



24 – TBA, Toronto



29 – TBA, Columbus, Ohio



31 – TBA, Atlanta



February



5 – TBA, Tampa



7 – TBA, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.



12 – TBA, Dallas



14 – TBA, Houston



19 – TBA, Phoenix



27 – TBA, Los Angeles



*TicketProcess.com is not associated or otherwise connected in any form with the college or professional organizations, teams, artists, bands or other performers featured on this site. Additionally, TicketProcess.com has no affiliation with any of the venues listed on the site. Names and titles used in this press release are solely for descriptive purposes and do not imply, suggest or indicate that any type of endorsement or partnership is in place.



About TicketProcess.com



Since early in 2010, TicketProcess.com has been a secondary ticket exchange for both brokers and consumers. By offering a large selection of inventory to an array of the most exclusive sports, live concerts, theater events and other live entertainment, they have established their place as a reputable source of quality, guaranteed tickets for fans around the United States and beyond.



Seven-days-a-week customer service combined with a 100% satisfaction guarantee has proved to be a simple yet effective strategy for the constantly growing online secondary ticket market. All fans of live entertainment are openly welcome to visit the easily accessible site and purchase their tickets with the confidence that comes with a proven track record.



Following TicketProcess.com on Facebook, Twitter and Google+ will give you direct access to exclusive announcements and free discount codes, allowing you to access to all possible advantages in terms of purchasing the best ticket at the best possible price.














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IN Switch’s ePIN Electronic Credit and Money Transfer System Launched This Week in Prepaid Cell Phones by TIGO (Millicom GSM) in Latin America | Business Wire

MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 15, 2005–IN Switch’s ePIN Topup system has been launched in Guatemala by Comcel and, in a few weeks, will be available through Millicom’s operations in Honduras, El Salvador, Paraguay and Bolivia. ePIN electronically credits air time on prepaid cell phones, thus eliminating the need to purchase prepaid scratch cards. Air time credit is sold by the retailer by sending an SMS or by accessing a USSD or WAP options menu. The air time credit is applied instantaneously and both the retailer and customer receive a SMS confirmation message.


ePIN provides substantial cost savings by eliminating operating and infrastructure costs associated with the printing, distribution and management of prepaid scratch cards and third party payments for any charge transactions. Furthermore, the need for retailers to invest in POS terminals is eliminated due to the fact that only a standard GSM mobile handset is required. These cost savings in turn reduce air time minute costs for customers and have allowed the introduction of a new commercial product, the micro-charge. Earlier this week, Comcel in Guatemala released ePIN’s micro-charge with a value of only 5 Quetzales ($.66 cents in US dollars).


Additionally, ePIN provides location services, administration and management of the air-time distribution channel, as well as a money transfer service. Credit application is in real time and displayed in a digitized map, which monitors promotions and sales locations and statistics. With ePIN the operator manages the air-time distribution channel. Distributors can transfer credit, check their balance or last transactions thru their mobile phones or via web. The service GIFT permits credit balance transfer from one customer to another.


Customers’ benefits include more point-of-sale locations, greater air time minutes due to cost reductions and the flexibility and availability of credit application options.


According to Daniel Fernandez, IN Switch’s CEO, “ePIN will boost the use of cellular phones in emerging markets by reaching low income segments and remote or hard to reach places where scratch cards are very difficult to distribute. This only marks the beginning of ePIN’s capabilities, due to the fact that this system allows for small amounts of money transfer between point of sale and the electronic payment of goods and services thru a mobile handset. We are creating an international infrastructure for payments, e-business and money transfer.”


About IN Switch Solutions Inc.


IN Switch is a private owned company incorporated in Miami, Fla. (USA), whose development centre sites in Montevideo, Uruguay, support centres in Guatemala, Paraguay and Uruguay, and commercial offices in U.S.A., Europe, Asia and Latin America. Its customers are operators as well as system integrators, and it counts on commercial and technological alliances worldwide. IN Switch is a leading provider of robust, open, flexible, and cost-effective telecom systems and value added services, with surprisingly short implementation time frames, measured in weeks, not months. IN Switch technology is a key differentiator, as it powers its systems with Erlang, an open telecom platform and running environment developed and supported by Ericsson.


Press information available at press@inswitch.us, or by visiting its web site at http://bit.ly/1v1g1TS, or by telephone in Montevideo: Daniel Fernandez (5982)-7116197, or in the United States 1-305-3578076.


About Millicom International and TIGO


Millicom is an international operator leader in cellular telephony. TIGO is Millicom’s GSM international brand for Latin America operations.






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Trusted Auto Lending Network, Complete Auto Loans, Helped 54 More Car Shoppers Get Instant No Credit Check Auto Loans Last Week



Seattle, WA (PRWEB) August 11, 2014


Complete Auto Loans is excited to announce that they have helped 54 more shoppers get the car of their dreams last week. The loan service helps people who’ve been turned down in the past for a car loan find easy approval online.



http://bit.ly/1t0AS8M – Get approved for a car loan in as little as 60 seconds.



Approval is simple. The only requirement, regardless of credit score, is that applicants make at least $ 350 per week. Applicants can get instantly approved by simply filling out the online application. Once filled out, Complete Auto Loans will match them to a local area lender who is able to get them the auto loan they need.



As an extra service, Complete Auto Loans also provides a complimentary online credit score tool which has helped drivers save thousands of dollars. Upon completing the easy online car loan application, applicants are given the opportunity to save thousands of dollars on their loan. For more information, visit Complete Auto Loans’ website.



About Complete Auto Loans



Complete Auto Loans is a Seattle-based company that is dedicated to helping their customers acquire national car financing. They design and develop customized no credit financing, bad and good credit loans. Voted the best for “Quality Customer Service” and “Best National Service” by thousands of people, their finance experts focus on providing their customers with the following: information and tools available for different loan offers, how to choose the best loan that fits their budget, as well as related eligibility guidelines.














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India Network Visitor Health Insurance program announces extension of health insurance with pre-existing conditions coverage to travelers of all ages to United States



Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 25, 2014


India Network Services, administrator of visitor health insurance in the USA, announced today that the comprehensive and scheduled benefit health insurance policies continue to be available to all ages till December 31, 2014. Earlier, the plans were restricted to renewals only and with immediate effects, new elderly visiting parents from India, or any country to the United States are welcome to take advantage of these plans. All community members are urged to enroll their visitors in health insurance coverage accorded by the plans before the December 31, 2014.



India Network visitor health insurance added several new features to the visitor health insurance program without any additional increases in premium. A centralized toll-free number, 1-855-428-3425 provides easy access to reach to customer service, police questions, coverage questions, claims office, Nurse Line assistance, and Europ Assistance services to handle medical evacuation, and repatriation benefits. India Network Program also offer $ 25,000 accidental death benefit to all program participants irrespective of their age. The online enrollment process process make it easy to anyone to apply from any where in the world with the help of internet and a major credit card.



Pre-existing condition coverage offered by India network plans protects the policy holders from any eventuality, whether a particular hospitalization is determined as a result of pre-existing condition, known or unknown to the policy holder or not. One may not necessarily have pre-existing conditions to choose for the policy cover since typical medical conditions such as heart attack, stroke, brain hemorrhage, etc are denied by all visitor plans under pre-existing condition exclusion clause. India Network Health Insurance is one of few plans that explicitly provide coverage for such catastrophic medical conditions when the visitor has chosen pre-existing condition coverage option.



Dr. KV Rao, Founder President said that the number of elderly visitors traveling to the United States has been increased many folds but awareness of the need to take good health insurance coverage is still low. A number of families call India Network office every week to seeking assistance with their medical bills. Unfortunately, India Network or any other organization can help these struggling families if they did not buy the right coverage.



India Network Foundation, established as a US non-profit organization, has been helping the Asian Indian community in North America with programs and grants to academics from India for more than two decades. India Network Foundation sponsors visitor health insurance to tourists, students, temporary workers (H1 visa holders) and their families. All insurance products are administered by India Network Services.



For more information visit http://bit.ly/1qS9uqI



About India Network Health Insurance



India Network Services, is a US based company that administers visitor health insurance to transition residents, tourists, students, temporary workers and their families. Visitor medical plans are offered for all age groups with both fixed coverage, comprehensive coverage and with pre-existing condition coverage.


















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Debt Consolidation Industry Leader Credit Alliance Group Named Finalist for the Stevie



New York, NY (PRWEB) May 12, 2011


This year’s Stevie Award winners will be announced during the annual gala on Monday, June 20 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. More than six-hundred executives from across the U.S.A. are expected to attend. The event will benefit Camfed (camfed.org), which fights poverty and HIV/AIDS in Africa by educating girls and empowering women to become leaders of change. The ceremonies will be broadcast on radio nationwide by the Business TalkRadio Network.



Produced by the creators of the prestigious American Business Awards, the international Stevie Awards are designed to give companies the opportunity to be recognized for the results they achieve every day for their customers and companies. Winners were notified May 11, 2011 via email.



More than 2,800 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in more than 40 categories, including Most Innovative Company of the Year, Management Team of the Year, Best New Product or Service of the Year, Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year, and Executive of the Year. Credit Alliance Group Inc. is nominated in the Best Overall Company category for the Financial Services Industry.



“Our employees are some of the best people I have had the pleasure of working with and the Stevie Award Finalist nomination would not have been possible without each and every one of us working hard to allow us to be where we are at today.” said CEO, Shane Garner. Whereas other debt consolidation agencies represent creditors, we represent the consumer and have vigorously strived to change people’s lives through providing the best debt consolidation service available. Since 2005, we’ve helped our clients nationwide settle their unsecured debt and regain their financial freedom.



“This is a significant achievement for which you are to be applauded,” the organizers said. “Independent judges agreed that these entries are worthy of international recognition.”



Credit Alliance Group also was awarded “The Consumers’ Choice Award” for business excellence in 2010 and recently 2011, “Best Places to Work” in 2008, 2009 and nominated in 2010



About the Stevie Awards



Honoring companies of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Finalists were chosen by business professionals nationwide during preliminary judging in April and May. Stevie Award winners will be selected from among the Finalists in each category next week by members of 10 specialized final judging committees. More than 150 executives will have participated in judging this year.



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Ideas for How to Pay for College Online

Overview


Individuals looking to obtain their degrees online run into financing issues. There are many ways of financing online degrees. Student loans, grants, employers and scholarships are some of the tuition assistance programs available to the online student. Thinking outside the box can help you locate financial aid for online degrees.


Grants


First, there are the traditional methods of tuition assistance. Single moms and one income families may qualify for Pell Grants. A Federal Financial Assistance form must be filled out. These are available at most local libraries. You can download one online as well. Pell Grants are for undergraduate degrees.


Student Loans


If you are not eligible for a Pell Grant, then there are other options. Student loans for online degrees are one way to pay for college. Be very careful when deciding on a student loan. Neither government backed nor private student loans can be discharged in bankruptcy. The loan must be paid back no matter what happens in life. If you were to have a situation where you could not pay your bills, a student loan will haunt you forever. That said; government backed student loans offer financing for online degrees with low interest rates. They are easy to obtain. Payments are not due until after you are out of school for 6 months. Private student loans are another story. These are easy to get but the terms can change and the interest rates are not low. In many cases interest rates are comparable to credit card rates. Many do not have the flexibility of government backed loans.


Scholarships


Scholarships are available for online education and will also provide tuition assistance. Some online colleges offer their own scholarships based on need or aptitude. There are other scholarships available for online students. Check out scholarships information for listings of potential funding. Many civic organizations offer scholarships. These are not restricted to high school students entering college. Take some time to research what is available and apply to as many as you can.


Your Employer


Employers may offer to pay for job related college courses. Most require a certain grade (usually B or better) in order to get tuition reimbursement. The downside is that most only reimburse for courses, so you have to pay for the course upfront. Speak with your employer prior to enrollment. They may be flexible in the amount of tuition assistance they offer. Furthermore, educational expenses related to employment may be tax deductible. Check with a knowledgeable tax advisor before taking any deductions.


Other Options


Finally, there are credit cards and loans not directly associated with education. Sometimes this is the only way to finance an online degree. Credit cards with low introductory rates may be a good option if you can pay them off quickly. Home equity loans are another option for financing an online degree. This option is only available to homeowners, but it is an option in a pinch. The interest rate can be less than a credit card and the repayment terms are usually better as well.


Financing an online degree through tuition assistance programs requires that all options are searched. This requires some research and thinking outside of the box. Attending an accredited online college or university will further increase your chances of obtaining the financing you need.






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eSmallBusinessLoan.com is now operating as PriceFunding.com



Miami, FL (PRWEB) September 26, 2014


Price Funding Group is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of eSmallBusinessLoan.com. eSmallBusinessLoan.com is now operating as a child company of PriceFunding.com. Price Funding Group has been working quickly to transition all of eSmallBusinessLoan.com assets, branding, marketing, and clients. The mission remains the same as these two Merchant Cash Advance leaders shared the same vision, to provide alternative funding options to small business owners, giving them the option to choose and helping them find the best funding solution for their needs.



Price Funding Group stands above their competitors as they do not charge any broker fees, also known as finder’s fees. Price Funding Group aims to provide Small Business Owners a free service as they match merchants with the right funder within their network of Merchant Cash Advance providers. Price Funding Group is committed to creating competitive offers for both current and new clients seeking working capital for their small business, all while charging no broker fees. Small Business Owners now have the option to apply at one company and get offers from a wide list of funders, giving the merchant leverage to get competitive offers.



We reached out to business owners in different parts of the country. The feedback we gathered had a common denominator, the length of the terms were too short. PriceFunding.com designed a system to find merchants a deal that fits best with the circumstances. When we asked Sam Breyer Director of Business Development at Price Funding Group, he shared with us that in some cases PriceFunding.com has been able to find merchants deals with terms of up to 24 months in length. Breyer also added that PriceFunding.com has been matching merchant with deals with competitive factor rates.



“This is an exciting merger as two business-to-business financing leaders are coming together, bringing in complementary relationships with each portfolio” says Sam Breyer Director of Business Development at Price Funding Group. “In addition to creating opportunities for small business owners to have access to working capital, we are one of the few fee-less brokers in the market” he added. Small Businesses are the core of this country and Price Funding Group is making it easy for business owners to have access to the working capital they need to expand their business.



“The focus here is to create stronger communities by providing the financial backing small business owners need to create jobs and keep the country moving forward” – Sam Breyer



About Price Funding Group



At the Price Funding Group, we work with hundreds of small businesses all over the United States across multiple industries, helping them achieve long term success by giving them fast access to a business line of credit, based solely on your future receivables. Price Funding Group offers alternatives to traditional Small Business Loans for small business owners seeking working capital.



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SPENDonLIFE to Give Away Free Online Mortgage Calculator for Website Owners



Dallas, TX (PRWEB) February 19, 2008


With the number of real estate, credit, and finance websites online growing exponentially each year, interactive content that drives website visitors to return again and again is essential to a website’s survival. For the average website owner, the expense and/or technical expertise needed to create and manage such content is out of reach.



SPENDonLIFE now makes it as easy as 1-2-3 for web owners to add free interactive mortgage calculators for their site visitors.



Step 1: Go to http://bit.ly/1porLMV



Step 2: Select the mortgage calculator to place on your site (4 to choose from)



Step 3: Copy and paste the code provided onto your desired webpage



That’s it. There is nothing to upload or configure. It takes only minutes to have these calculators up and running on a website.



“This is the first of many tools scheduled for release to the public this year.” says SPENDonLIFE.com President Mark Henry. “Based on the feedback from this pilot program, new tools can be developed targeting the specific needs of the community.”



More information is available at:



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About SPENDonLIFE.com



SPENDonLIFE.com is an online finance and credit resource that teaches people how to lower their bills, monitor their credit report, and avoid identity theft. Save More, Live More! The company has been a leader in helping consumers save money since 2001.



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Canadian Not-For-Profit Creates a Bitcoin Register to Secure Bitcoin for Users

Calgary, AB (PRWEB) July 04, 2014


International Bitcoin Register/Registre de Bitcoin International (IBR/RBI) is a not-for-profit created to provide an online register available to the public. This register indexes items that carry bitcoin value based on bitcoins held in virtual vaults. The register at bitcoinregister.org was created so manufacturers can place an index number on items. These index numbers then reference vaults that hold that amount of bitcoin.



These coins cannot run current, as it is called in reference to currency, they may represent bitcoin held by vaults to secure the bitcoin. To retrieve they recommend bitcoin users return the coin to the vault not unlike traveller’s cheques. It’s possible to use the items if someone decides to accept them but they are not money.



BitcoinRegister.org posts the Canadian Laws on the website for people to clearly see that registered items are indeed not money and there is a reference from the guidelines of FINTRAC, Canada’s anti-money laundering organization, regarding money transference and a reference to a limit of $ 3000 for money services businesses (MSB’s) who transfer items of value to have to report to them under the guidelines.



The website encourages manufacturers to place microchip transponders inside the coins or inscribe the coins with holograms with the index numbers marked within them for security reasons. They also recommend to the vaults that they ask customers to guarantee the bitcoin themselves by declaring the value of the coins does not exceed their personal net worth.



The bitcoin register is new and there are no actual items in the register, but there is interest from bitcoin companies that act as money services businesses to manufacture physical bitcoins or similar items. This would not create banks from these online bitcoin vaults since bitcoin is not insured as money is in banks and true credit is not yet available.



As for the bitcoin register their twitter account, @BitcoinReg, posted a ‘tweet’ to their seven followers, it says, “At Her Majesty’s Pleasure”. Anyone who knows British law knows this refers to a length of service for someone having been granted legitimate authority by the crown. The law clearly states what is money in Canada and it appears bitcoinregister.org may, based on those laws, be paving the way for someday allowing bitcoin to be added to what everyday people accept as payment, until then it appears MSB’s may issue bitcoin owner’s a type of travellers cheque, but who accepts those?


















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Crucial Information You Need To Know About Bank Cards

With credit cards, come high interest rates and the danger or spending too much. However, properly used, bank cards can offer benefits like peace of mind, conveniences and even perks and rewards. Continue reading to learn the many benefits of charge cards, as well as how to avoid their many pitfalls.



TIP! A lot of people don’t handle their credit card correctly. Debt is not always avoidable, but many people overcharge, which results in payments that they cannot afford.


Never charge items on bank cards that cost far more than you have to spend. While it is okay to use your card for something that you know you will be able to afford to pay in the near future, you should avoid impulse and high-ticket purchases until you can save enough money to truly afford them.


Credit History



TIP! Be aware of any interest rates you are being charged. It is extremely important before you sign on to getting that credit card that you must know the interest rate.


Never close a credit account until you understand how it affects your credit history. You should avoid closing an account if it gives you a negative mark. If your card has been around awhile, you should probably hold on to it as it is responsible for your credit history.


Pay 100% of your credit card bill each month if you can afford it. The best use of bank cards is for convenience to be fully paid within the same billing cycle. When handled correctly, your credit card can actually act as a credit builder, boosting your overall profile.



TIP! You surely wish to steer clear of late charges as well as over limit fees. These fees cost you both money and points on your credit score.


Always know the amount of your current balance. It is also important to know your credit limits. If you exceed your card’s credit limit, you could be charged some hefty fees. Exceeding your credit card limit can impede your ability to pay off your balance quickly.


Charge cards are frequently tied to reward programs that can benefit the card holder quite a bit. If you regularly use a credit card, it is essential that you find a loyalty program that is useful for you. This can really help you to afford the things you want and need, if you use the card and rewards with some level of care.



TIP! If you are having any financial problems, make sure that you alert your credit card provider as soon as possible. When you fear you must pay late, talking things out with your company ahead of time often results in an offer of help from them.


Don’t use an easy-to-guess password for your card’s pin code. It can be a huge mistake if it’s something like your birthday, middle name, or child’s name since anyone can obtain this information.


If anyone asks you to give them your credit information or card number over the phone, never give it to them. This is a common ploy for scammers. Make it a point to only give your credit account number to trusted businesses when you have originated the call. Do not give them to people who call you. Credit card thieves will say anything to get you to believe their story, and they are very good at it.



TIP! If you have not established a credit history and are interested in obtaining a credit card, it may help to obtain a co-signer. Anyone who has an established credit score can cosign, such as a friend, parent, or sibling.


Bank cards can have real benefits when they are used responsibly and carefully. Whether it is the confidence and peace of mind that comes with knowing you are prepared for an emergency or the rewards and perks that give you a little bonus at the end of the year, credit cards can improve your life in many ways. Use what you’ve just read here to succeed with your cards.






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Transmission Repair Made Easy

When most drivers hear the word transmission they automatically think of costly repairsthis perception can be true. If drivers do not regularly maintain the quality of their transmission, repairs can be costly. However sometimes they can be as simple as replacing small parts of the transmission. For transmission repair in Fort Worth, Texas, Multistate Transmissions is the best option for being able to know the difference between a relatively simple inexpensive repair and a more extensive one. http://bit.ly/1v0vUde


There are a couple warning signs that drivers should be familiar with that will indicate a possibly failing transmission (and thus costly repair): shift ease or missed shifts, leaks and fluid quality and level. When it comes to shifting, it should be relatively easy to do so. If it becomes more difficult to do so, or the car begins missing shifts altogether, most likely there is a transmission issue that will require immediate action on the drivers part. As for leaks, transmission fluid is a red-ish color, so if drivers ever notice a red-ish puddle under their car, again, this will require immediate action. Fluid should be clear and clean, and if it ever seems dark and dirty, while this is not ominous, it should probably be addressed in the near future. However, fluid levels need to be checked often and are much more pressing. One of the basic necessities for a healthy transmission is good lubrication so the gears do not grind directly on one another. If the transmission fluid levels are low and drivers continue using the vehicle, they could cause some serious damage to the transmission in its entirety.


However, no matter how cautious or prudent a driver is with the care of their transmission, it is likely that issues will develop at one point or another because of the constant grinding and wear and tear of the gears. In order to perform a thorough transmission repair, drivers need to make sure their vehicles are in the hands of talented specialists with the right knowledge, the right service and the right tools. This is why Multistate Transmissions is the best option available for transmission repair in Fort Worth. Multistate Transmissions specializes with transmissions, thus can make thorough repairs while still trying to remain at an affordable price. http://bit.ly/1rqseUw


Since transmissions are one of the most complicated parts of a vehicle and are made up of many different pieces, it is important to examine all the pieces since transmissions get such aggressive wear and tear during the repair. According to Multistate Transmissions Website, cleaning is an important part of the repair process as well. For each repair, Every transmission is completely disassembled then thoroughly cleaned and inspected. All parts are inspected for contaminants that result in premature wear to gears, bearings, shafts and other precision components. Transmission cleaning includes individual component hand washing. Parts are carefully inspected and bushings are replaced to insure proper clearance. Many of the pieces may require replacement or at the very least may be on their way toward requiring replacement and many drivers and mechanics alike have the policy that pieces should all be in the best possible state, so mechanics may choose to replace them early.


Multistate Transmission receives transmission parts often and will always have the part a driver needs. Because of this, transmission repairs are completely effectively and quickly. Their expertise and specialization in the field of transmission make Multistate Transmissions the go-to for transmission repair in Fort Worth. http://bit.ly/1v0vUdh



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(PRWEB) March 25, 2004


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New Home Purchase Loan at Central Loan Center – we have years of experience in helping people find new home mortgage loans at the lowest mortgage rates that would best suit their personal situation. We help homebuyers turn their dreams of owning a home into reality by providing new home mortgage loans. We offer new home mortgage loan quotes as well as connecting you with high quality mortgage services. We provide new home mortgage loan quotes at the most competitive interest rates for new home mortgage loans, and provide highly personalized services that best meet your individual home mortgage loan needs. We help families achieve their dream of homeownership at the best home loan rate. Apply for Quick Home Loan Quote Today!!



Central Loan Center offers new home mortgage loans quotes online and other mortgage services for people of every budget, ensuring that new home mortgage loans are offered to virtually everyone. Our services include residential new home mortgage loans, new home construction loans, home improvement loans, and home refinancing. We understand how confusing the home-buying process can be so we have simplified the whole process by offering new home mortgage loans quotes for your new home mortgage loan. We have created a program to help people become informed and confident homebuyers looking for home mortgage loans at the best home loan rates.



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Paragon Financial Group Publishes Article Showing Warning Signs of a Merchant Cash Advance Market Bubble



Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) August 28, 2014


Paragon Financial Group, Inc. publishes article discussing the warning signs of a merchant cash advance market bubble. The article looks at the lack of access to small business loans and how merchant cash advance (MCA) lenders have stepped in to fill the demand. It continues to discuss the high growth in the MCA industry and dangers of MCA’s high interest rates of 60%.



As stated in the article, “With the limited funding options available for U.S. small business there is an increased number of entrepreneurs using MCA’s for more than just a short-term cash crunch. Very similar to payday loans for consumers, this type of loan does not solve long-term cash-flow solutions,” said Chris Curtin, Paragon Financial Group EVP.



“MCA’s high-risk financing has a much higher default rate than non-bank financing. A large number of defaults would make a negative impact on MCA’s availability. Investors will no longer see MCA’s as being viable,” said Curtin. “Companies that became reliant on these loans have the potential to default in mass. This type of pattern is very similar to what happened in the sub-prime mortgage industry bust.”



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About Paragon Financial Group



For 20 years, US companies across all industries have been choosing Paragon Financial to meet their working capital needs. From government contractors to distribution companies, from staffing firms to manufacturers, business owners have successfully grown their companies with Paragon Financial’s invoice factoring, AR management, credit protection and purchase order financing programs. To get funded now, please call 888-271-9347 or visit http://bit.ly/1B8DEfj.


















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The Offset Mortgage Centre Announces a New Guide for Flexible Mortgage Deals

(PRWEB) May 26, 2008


The Offset Mortgage Centre, the leading flexible and offset mortgage review site, is pleased to present another extensive guide in its mortgage reading section, referred to as the ‘Why Flexible Mortgage Deals Appeal To Homebuyers’. The guide is in form of an elaborate article and has been primarily penned to educate UK borrowers, who are often left bemused, with the complicated mortgage deal packages. The article can be viewed at: http://bit.ly/1r4rQ8B



The guide begins with a statistical overview of the preferred mortgage deals and thus the mortgage pattern, with specific reference to the increasing popularity of flexible mortgage deals. The figures highlight past, present and the expected future trends in this section. The enumerated data and predictions are based upon research and analysis of data.



Post stating relevant facts, the guide explains the concept of flexible mortgage deals and the corresponding relevance of the deals. The article further clarifies personal suitability for a flexible mortgage deal, and the quotient of the available flexible mortgage deals with UK borrowers.



The subsequent section of the article sheds light on the underlying schema for flexible mortgage deals. It comprehensively explains the types of flexible mortgage deal, and answers the imperative ‘how’ question. The detailed section is dedicated towards how flexible mortgage deals work, which educates the borrowers with the specifics of the subject and enables them to be equipped for the critical decision making process.



About Offset Mortgage Centre



Offset Mortgage Centre is the educational arm of the Mortgage Broker ltd group of websites, extending detailed knowledge on offset and flexible mortgages products. They are also professional advisors, offering free services to the interested. For more information about flexible mortgage deals, visit http://bit.ly/1r4rQ8B



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Apex Insight provides commercial and operational due diligence to support private equity investment in Carousel Logistics by ISIS



London (PRWEB UK) 14 October 2013


Apex Insight carried out commercial and operational due diligence to support this transaction. The commercial due diligence work included defining the addressable market for Carousel, estimating its size and forecasting probable growth, assessing the strength of Carousel’s relationships with its leading customers and partners and exploring their views of future market developments and the opportunities for Carousel. Operational work included reviewing Carousel’s skills, its operational and management processes, its IT systems and how it uses management information and KPIs to make business decisions.



Carousel, based in Sittingbourne in Kent, provides bespoke logistics solutions which incorporate a range of value-added services such as in-night distribution, e-fulfilment and outsourced procurement, in addition to management of all aspects of warehousing and transportation.



Interviews with Carousel’s largest customers showed that the company is seen to consistently deliver high-quality service which meets or exceeds their expectations. Other findings include:


Carousel’s markets offer it significant opportunity to continue to grow.

The Carousel team has a strong reputation for designing innovative and sophisticated logistics solutions which meet customers’ needs closely

The company’s systems and IT integration capabilities are seen to be superior to those of many of the leading logistics groups.


ISIS Equity Partners manages funds of over £1.2bn in value and has invested in over 100 businesses. Paul Morris, who led the deal for ISIS, said:



“Apex Insight’s work was particularly useful because they really understood Carousel’s business and its markets. This meant they were able to address the right questions for this transaction and helped provide a robust framework for a new more ambitious growth plan. Even though the management team have worked in the industry for 30 years, they welcomed the fresh insights given by Apex.”



About Apex Insight



Apex Insight is an independent provider of research, analysis and consulting services covering business services markets in the UK and Europe.



In addition to logistics, recent Apex Insight work has covered markets including Express Parcels, E-fulfilment, IT Services and Support, Business Process Outsourcing, Facilities Management and a range of Consumer Credit Services. As well as private equity firms, its clients include corporates, banks, consulting firms, trade associations, regulators and other government bodies.














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A Brief Look at Financial Aid Options for Online Schooling, Both Positive and Negative

Editor’s Note: The original title of this article indicated you could get paid to attend an online college, and it is obvious that both the original writer and the original editor passionately believe this to be true, based on their own experiences. And, while we are sure that possibility exists, if the way you are getting paid is through a student loan, then we find ourselves in agreement with several of the commenters, who have posted that this is a potentially dangerous arrangement. We have kept the original writer’s content in it’s entirety under the ‘Getting Paid for School’ viewpoint, and added some caveats from the editorial staff underneath, who take an opposite viewpoint. What view do you agree with? Chime in to the comments and add your voice to the conversation!


Getting Paid for School: Tuition Reimbursement & Education Grants


Who isn’t looking for ways to make some extra money these days? The state of the economy has people in a panic. Sadly, most people aren’t looking toward the future, but are focused on the here and now because survival itself is a struggle for most of us. However, there really is light at the end of the tunnel. You can meet your needs of today while pursuing the goals of tomorrow. How? Go back to school!


There are a multitude of education grants for online schools, such as the PELL grant and scholarships available to pay for school as well as books. And for once, being a member of the low income bracket works to your advantage! Some grants and scholarships are need based. What this means is that the less money you HAVE, the more money you are OFFERED.


Grants are sent directly to the school. Scholarships are either sent to the school or directly to you. Student loans are sent to the school. Once all the fees are taken out, the school sends you a check for the remaining amount. All you have to do is the schoolwork! It’s not a bad deal when you consider that you are not only making some extra money, but working towards a degree that can secure your future.


Let’s not forget that though some don’t know it, if you are a student and have to cut back hours to make time to study, you may also qualify for unemployment benefits for hours lost. This applies even to online schools. Some unemployment centers even offer help by giving students gas cards to assist with travel costs. This even applies to online courses because students may have to travel for tests and to obtain supplies.


Going to school online offers an even more lucrative option. Consider what it would cost you outside of tuition and supplies to go to school. Perhaps you have to pay a sitter. You will also have to pay gas to get to a traditional school. Maybe you even need to rearrange your work schedule and end up with lost hours so that you can go to school. All of those problems are eliminated when you take your online courses. Though you will have due dates for your assignments, you do them based on your schedule. That means if you can’t sleep at 2 a.m., you can get started on your next assignment! It doesn’t get much better than that!


For information on state grants, go to your state’s official website. For information on federal grants, read more here.


Financial Aid Caveats To Be Aware Of


Grants and scholarships reduce the cost of attending college, but loans are just that – loans! You wouldn’t consider that payment you make to the bank every month on a car loan, a ‘discount’ on the price of your car, would you? Well, then don’t fall in to the trap of thinking a federally funded student loan is a ‘discount’ off the price of attending college. It’s not – it’s a bank loan – only in this case, the federal government is the bank.


You might ask – isn’t getting a federally-funded student loan better? Aren’t their student loan forgiveness programs specifically for those types of loans?



  • There are subsidized loans and there are unsubsidized loans from the government. Often, you might be offered both on your financial aid letter. Do you understand the difference?



    • If you are granted a subsidized loan, the government absorbs the interest on that loan while you are attending college, for the first six months after you graduate and during any deferrment periods.

    • If you are offered an unsubsidized loan, then the interest begins to get ‘added’ to your loan amount immediately. If you choose not to pay on that interest while you attend college, then that interest amount builds over time, effectively increasing the amount you borrowed, and owed.



  • If you don’t pay on your loan, the government can and will garnish your wages, your tax returns, etc. Think about anything you’ve ever heard about the IRS going after someone when they don’t pay taxes, and apply that to what happens when you don’t pay back your student loan.

  • Student loans from the government are rarely ever discharged in a bankruptcy court. It’s actually one of the harder debts to discharge!

  • You may have heard or read that it’s easy to get student loans ‘forgiven’ or cancelled, right? There’s a narrow list of situations that qualify for that, including permanent disability and death. This is a ‘Forgiveness’ program for teachers in very specific situations and public service jobs in again, very specific situations. Perkins loans can also be cancelled, again for very specific jobs and circumstances.


Bottom line, don’t take out student loans ‘blindly’. Make sure you completely understand what you are signing for, how much you will owe, and how easily you will be able to defer the loan, or have it forgiven. And, above all, make sure you completely understand the ramifications should you find yourself unable to pay off those student loans in the future.






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Debt Consolidation USA Explains The Costs In Increasing Income



New York, NY (PRWEB) September 30, 2014


Debt Consolidation USA shares in a recent article published September 29, 2014 the costs behind a consumer’s quest to increase income.The article titled “How Increasing Your Income May Cost You More” explains the hidden takeaways in trying to improve finances by looking for ways to produce more income.



The article starts off by explaining how consumers nowadays are trying to improve their finances in two ways. The first and the easiest one is by cutting costs. The effort is in being disciplined enough to manage the outflow of funds. This is the easy enough for most consumers because it is just a matter of passing up some expenses.



The second one is a little harder than the first because it involves more effort to accomplish. Increasing income is the second approach people are using to improve their finances.This proves more advantageous in the long run because compared to cutting costs, an increase in income after the trying times can do wonders in the budget.



But the article shares that increasing the income is easier said than done. As the consumer tries to find ways to increase income, the goal is actually costing them something in the process.One of them is actually time. As a person tries to extend working hours in the office or establish a new business, time is poured into the process.



The article also points out that chores are affected in the process as well. As consumers have less time at home doing chores, they might be forced to order takes outs more than usual or hire help just to get some cleaning done in the house. These extra expenses could be running the budget down and negating the efforts in increasing the income.



The consumer’s health is another item that could cost the consumer more than the increase in income. Neglecting to take care of their body because of overtime work or putting in too much time in the business that sleep is being cut down drastically. Hospital bills might just eat up all those income when the time comes. To read the rest of the article, click on this link: [http://bit.ly/1tdSeOo














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Is it Really Easy to Get Payday Loans With no Faxing?

Unexpected bills always bring problem for an individual because it is the fact that it comes when one don't have enough funds in his/her bank account to pay off the sudden expense. In such situation, most of the people look for the financial option that can provide them needed cash in an easy and simple way. If you are also looking for such assistance than you must check out the payday loans with no faxing easily available in the online money market. Online lenders are the financial providers that allow their applicants to get these funds in an easy way.


The lenders of these products allow loan seekers to get small cash help without indulging themselves in the formality of faxing number of documents. These sources offer these finances till upcoming payday of the borrower in a simple way to those who fill their loan application with some necessary details. Here are a few simple steps which one need to follow to get payday loans with no faxing in a really easy way:


To Get These Finances You Just Have To Follow Certain Steps Which Are Explained Below:


(1) Verify Your Repaying Ability – Firstly you must check your pocket in order to know your ability to make repayment of the amount you are thinking to borrow. It is important to check your affordability in order to ensure you can make repayments without putting yourself in any further problem.


(2) Shortlist The Legal Online Lender Offering Needful Service - After understanding your repaying ability it's time to shortlist the legal online lenders that can offer you the needful service. It is important to understand the difference between legal and fraud lenders to avoid the chances of falling into any scam.


(3) Compare The Quotes - After completing the short listing it's time to compare their loan quotes in order to choose the affordable service. While comparing you need to compare the charges as well as terms to ensure you have selected the pocket friendly service.


(4) Fill And Submit The Application - As soon you find the appropriate service you just have to fill the online loan form and submit it. This will take your few minutes only as you need to provide some basic information only.


(5). Sign The Deal And Get The Cash - Lender of these funds do not put you in hassle of faxing or offering collateral. They just check the authenticity of your details and your ability to make repayment before giving you the approval. If they find a potential borrower in you they ask you to sign their e-deal. You just have to read it and sign it to get the cash directly in your bank account.






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Obtain Cash Advance The Simple Way with New Matching Service



(PRWEB) July 30, 2012


PaydayLoansOnline.net announces its new cash advance matching service with a super-fast review-to-approval time and greater base of partnered lenders. Due to popularity with customers, the service has added to its lender relationship headcount and plans to make this increase a recurrent system improvement.



A spokesperson for the PaydayLoansOnline.net service made the announcement.



“PaydayLoansOnline is delighted to have achieved the impossible – a wider than ever grid of reliable and competitive short term lenders who can provide some of the fastest quick loans available on the internet. Utilizing direct payment technology and our fast, short and free application system, these lenders have all of the information they need in order to approve and pay out that much-needed cash in under an hour. As the service has started off with great popularity, we built more relationships with the best lenders in order to make sure we meet and exceed customer’s expectations and demands.”



The spokesperson continued, “We knew that our service was fast, efficient and simple. But it’s even better now that there are even more partnered lenders connected to our live application form. When a visitor to PaydayLoansOnline wants a cash advance online quickly, with no credit check and no annoying questions, we feel confident that there is no better service than ours. We have a large affiliate networks of short term lenders which means great chances of approval and better variations of interest rates from lender to lender. The form takes only 3 minutes to complete and the money can be in a borrower’s checking account within sixty minutes.



The spokesperson shared more information regarding the decision take customer demand into consideration when expanding the service’s extension to more specialist payday loan lenders.



“PaydayLoansOnline is committed to always staying three steps ahead of our competitors. Customers are sophisticated in that they know what they want and when they want it. If we stay in step with them, we ensure we are delivering their demands appropriately. Their requirements are clear and we listen to them to deliver consistently. We do this by never requiring time-sucking, lengthy admin such as credit checks or long forms. We also make sure that our circle of network lenders is greater than the other aggregators. Finally, we commit to keeping things simple – we believe the search for ways to make the month is hard and stressful enough, so we want to ease the struggle.”



“With a commitment to helping our customers find quick solutions from the best lenders to their short term cash flow problems, we can make sure that we cover all of their needs.”



The spokesperson concluded by hinting at PaydayLoansOnline’s future plans.



“We plan to continue improving our quick cash matching service through researching and building in many more excellent lenders, reviewing our application process and pushing for greater choice for our customers.”



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Ron LeGrand Coming to Pittsburgh Saturday for All Day Real Estate Investing Seminar



Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) June 13, 2014


Best-selling author and real estate investor guru, Ron LeGrand is going to be spending an entire day sharing the latest investor strategies. Ron has spent the past 30 years buying and selling over 2,500 single-family homes. He’s still doing 6-12 deals every month in his office in Jacksonville Florida and Ron consistently makes up to $ 25,000 per deal.



Ron runs his business on auto-pilot, requiring only about 2 hours a week of his time managing important tasks like making offers and closing deals. The rest is done for him. The proven techniques that Ron will be sharing with the audience do not require cash or credit. These are the techniques that real estate professionals use.



People who are not registered to attend are encouraged to do so now. Ron is bringing his latest best-selling book “How To Be A Quick Turn Real Estate Millionaire In A Bad Economy” for each attendee and will autograph it after the seminar. More importantly, Ron will be giving away $ 5,000 in cash and prizes at the event.



Ron sums up his view of the Pittsburgh real estate market; “As an investor, you should be making obscene amounts of money in real estate right now



and if you’re not, you’re missing the best opportunity of a lifetime to make as much as you want, literally!”



One of Ron’s more successful students will also be in attendance. Josh Caldwell is the President of the Pittsburgh Real Estate Investors Association. He is a Pittsburgh based investor who specializes in buying houses that others won’t buy. Josh like the challenge of dealing with problem situations and the satisfaction of helping people who are upside down in their mortgage or people who have an old outdated house that needs a lot of repairs. Josh is also a radio show host and has a book coming out which projects to be a best seller in the real estate category. According to Josh, “there is no better real estate investing teacher alive, bar none. If you are in the Pittsburgh area on Saturday, then you need to do whatever it takes to get your backside in the seat before Ron starts speaking.” Listen for Josh’s voice in an upcoming WKQV radio series he recorded. The WKQV series will begin airing in the Pittsburgh market during the week or June 23rd.



Ron Legrand will be in town this Saturday June 14th only. Students can register up until the start of the event. Registration can be done through the website at http://bit.ly/1podoIx, students can also register at the door prior to the event start. No previous real estate experience is required. This event is appropriate for beginner and advanced real estate investors. Come and see why real estate investing has created more millionaires than anything else in American history. Ron will be taking the stage at exactly 9 a.m. The seminar will end around 5 p.m.


















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Kitesurfing During the Credit Crunch

Now is the Time – Ignore the Credit Crunch and Get Kitesurfing!


Kitesurfing is one of the sports du-jour – a heavy-weight in the realm of extreme activities – yet widely held as a hobby exclusive to those with money to burn (Richard Branson being one of its more well known fans). Though this view may be consolidated by the recession, I believe that now is precisely the right time to get into kitesurfing – and all it requires is a glance towards the trusty piggy bank rather than a full-on bank raid.


Learning this sport on a budget is entirely possible. Yes, kitesurfing instruction isn’t cheap, but done in the right way, you can really maximise the worth of each and every teaching hour you pay for. Over a length of time, good quality instruction is an investment – not just in a sport, but a in way of life, a gold-card to a new social network, and the key to hour after hour of supremely satisfying exhilaration.


The best – and cheapest – way to learn to kitesurf is through group lessons abroad. Rolling a holiday and kitesurfing crash course into one is the perfect way in to the sport – an intensive burst in a place with good consistent winds, and learner-friendly flatwater. Though it may seem non-sensical to equate travelling beyond the UK to wallet-friendly learning, it does actually make sense when considering what an untamed beast the wind can be in this country (though statistically very windy, our fair Isle doesn’t lean towards the more desirable side of consistency).


It’s not only opting for a reliably windy spot that makes going abroad the sensible option. Of course, this is a major plus – kitesurfing has a steep learning curve, so by the end of a week or two’s stint with a kite school in good winds you’ll be making enviable progress – but there are countless other reasons for hopping on a plane for your lessons.


One of the most important – I think – is the mob mentality (a positive one!). Kitesurfing is an extremely sociable activity, and one which people are passionate about. Its addictive nature leaves willing victims living, breathing, thinking, dreaming kiting – and so, naturally, they want to talk about it. Head off to a renowned kitesurfing holiday spot – think the chilled out Dominican Republic or siesta-filled Tarifa, Southern Spain – and as a beginner you are immediately exposed to kiters through an entire spectrum of abilities, with one thing in common – the kiting ‘bug’. Believe me, its catching. And this is one thing you do want to catch.


The kiting bug is a fantastic thing. When so many people don’t have a hobby – let alone one they get fired up about – you realize the feeling from kitesurfing is a precious one. When all else is falling apart – the economy being a major ‘crumbler’ at this point in time – what could be more valuable than something that takes all of that away, that erases the mundane humdrum have-I-paid-that bill, can-I-pay-that bill feeling so ingrained in us all?


So I may have strayed off the more practical side of my point here, but a good kiting session provides an instant, unrivaled boost – one that you can enjoy over and over again, no matter what the rest of the world throws your way. I urge you to follow my advice, get learning, make new friends, love your new sport, and remember (though exercise the usual caution when doing so) – eBay throws up some real bargains in the kiting department!


Man, wind and water, equipped with kite and board, are an unstoppable force. Put simply – priceless.



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New Website Gives Mortgage Loan Seekers a New Mortgage Lender Filtering Tool

Miami, FL (PRWEB) March 2, 2007


A newly launched Web site, LENDLeaders.com, is a mortgage lender filtering company providing those seeking mortgage loans with a fast, effective way to find a reliable mortgage broker.



Designed for consumers and professional real estate agents seeking mortgage loans, LENDLeaders.com offers a national listing of pre-filtered mortgage lenders, banks and brokers, all of which meet the site’s strict standards.



In short, LENDLeaders recommends only lenders or brokers that have the ability to offer consumers the best opportunity to obtain the best rates, terms and solutions for purchase, refinance, home equity, and debt consolidation loans.



The mortgage lenders and brokers that are accepted into the LENDLeaders Network are dubbed “Network Partners”. Network Partners are judged to be among the most elite of all mortgage professionals, providing low rates, ethical standards, professionalism, and outstanding customer service.



LENDLeaders can help mortgage loan seekers search for Network Partners based on areas or states. The site can also connect the consumer to the lender “live on the phone” in a matter of minutes.



“I’ve worked closely with hundreds of mortgage companies in developing marketing campaigns over the years, and there are a surprising number of lenders that just want to finance someone regardless of whether it’s beneficial for them to do so,” said LENDLeaders founder Paul Young. “Some companies just charge the customer unbelievable rates and fees for a greater-than-deserved profit. I’ve never found this behavior acceptable and wanted to eliminate these types of lenders as clients. And that was the catalyst for LENDLeaders.com.”



About LENDLeaders.com



LENDLeaders is an online mortgage lender filtering company designed to match consumers and real estate agents seeking mortgage loans with only the most reputable lenders. The site’s Network Partners all meet strict professional and ethical guidelines.



Contact:



Flavia Young



305-576-1579



Address: 3550 Biscayne Blvd – Suite 602



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New eBook from Trans World Assurance Features Important Information about Military Loans

San Mateo, CA (PRWEB) May 28, 2012


A new eBook published on the Trans World Assurance website provides important information for servicemembers about Military Loans (http://bit.ly/1uyEOCt).



The following topics are covered:



-Military Emergency Relief Loans



-VA Home Loans



-Payday Loans for Military Personnel



-High Quality Loans



-Borrowing From Retirement Accounts



The book was written for servicemembers in honor of Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day.



“Our TransWorld agents are often asked questions from servicemembers about different topics related to loans for military personnel. We thought that publishing a book to help those servicemembers would be a great way to celebrate Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day. This book is a small way of saying thank you to those that serve our country,” stated a Trans World Assurance spokesperson.



The book features content from Jeff Burch, the author of “Survival Tactics Money Book” and from the Trans World Assurance blog (http://bit.ly/1vrLOOz). The blog covers issues and information relating to personal finance, college planning, and the military.



Recent blog articles include the following:




A Guide for Shipping to APO and FPO Addresses

The Need to Save in Today’s Poor Economy

How to Save Money During Your Spouse’s Remote Military Tour

5 Must Read Articles About Military Members and Life Insurance

What Makes Up Military Pay


Click here to visit the Trans World Assurance Military Loans page and download a pdf of the free eBook:



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Trans World Assurance was founded 50 years ago by Charles P. Woodbury, a decorated Marine aviator and has grown into one of the most solid and safe insurance companies in America. The company has emphasized ultra safe investments and has weathered the financial storms to which other companies have fallen victim. The company is currently and has been a long standing underwriter of the SGLI program, covering all military members.


















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APR Credit Cards – Helpful Guidelines for Spending Much less

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In basic terms you get a card that comes with a zero percent APR and you are then encouraged to use this bank card with out having to pay interest charges on the goods and services you shell out cash on. All your other costs like yearly fees will nonetheless be incurred. Constantly don't forget, APR credit cards are merely a temporary supply.


There are no cards in existence that present this forever. Generally it is for 365 days although it could be 15 months or even longer based upon the issuer supplying the bank card. Prior to choosing any of these cards, the really 1st issue you have to do is assume of methods to make it function to your benefit. http://bit.ly/1uyENhS.


The most fiscally sound technique of making use of the introductory timeframe is to cease wasting cash. Establish if the introductory rate is valid for balance transfer promotions, new expenditures or possibly it covers each of them.


In case it is strictly balance transfers, you need to definitely try your hardest to pay down your account balance ahead of your promotional period ending. Really should the annual percentage rate applies to purchases, then this actually is the account you must use to make all of your new expenditures.


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Ideal Credit Union Week-Long Community Appreciation Event Attracts Large Crowd



Woodbury MN (PRWEB) August 20, 2014


Ideal Credit Union wanted to celebrate its 88th anniversary and successful name change in a big way. So they invited member and the community to a week-long event, five branches in five days, to enjoy a hot dog, receive a free gift and a sample $ 1.00 bill from the vault, which would be the ticket to winning $ 1,000 in one of the credit union’s daily drawings.



And the community responded! Hundreds turned out each day to take part in the celebration. Over 3,700 hot dogs were consumed over the course of the week, and five lucky attendees each took home $ 1,000 for having the winning serial number on their $ 1.00. One of those $ 1,000 winners was Steve Sporcic, a 28-year member of Ideal Credit Union. Steve and his wife were on an errand near the Eagan branch and stopped by to grab a hot dog and enter the drawing.



In North St. Paul, Diane Kindred, a member for 20 years, thought the line for the $ 1.00 was a bit too long and didn’t want to wait. An Ideal CU employee encouraged her to enter anyway, and she ended up $ 1,000 richer.



Woodbury’s winner, Rachael Johannsen, just happened to stop by the branch and noticed all the activity taking place. She wasn’t a member, but after her name was drawn, she opened her account and is now a proud member of Ideal CU.



As an active community partner, Ideal CU encouraged attendees to bring a nonperishable food item to donate to local food shelves. Coats for the annual Salvation Army Coats for Kids drive were also collected. Once again the community responded by bringing donations that filled the table at each day at each event. Many also donated their free $ 1.00 bill samples to the cause.



The Ideal Credit Union Community Foundation donated $ 2,500 total and presented $ 500 checks to local food shelf representatives at each of the credit union’s five branches during the celebration to help feed our hungry neighbors. The recipients were The Open Door in Eagan, the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf in Hugo, the North St. Paul Emergency Food Shelf in North St. Paul, Neighbors, Inc., in West St. Paul and the Christian Cupboard in Woodbury.



“We are grateful for the incredible support we have received throughout our 88 year history,” said Ideal CU President Brian Sherrick. “It was rewarding and humbling to see the large turnout at our Community Appreciation Event as we marked this milestone and the completion of our name change. I thank everyone for attending and making the week such a success.”



Formerly Postal Credit Union (PCU), the change to Ideal Credit Union took effect June 4, 2014. The change to Ideal was a thoughtful and strategic move by management and the credit union’s board of directors. Extensive research showed the credit union needed a name that would better align it with its broad and diverse community-based membership, and provide a foundation for growth in the years ahead. There is no merger, no new ownership and no new management.



Founded in 1926 as St. Paul Postal Employees Credit Union, Ideal Credit Union is a member owned financial institution that specializes in providing excellent member service, great rates and convenience. Ideal CU offers a complete range of services, including 24/7 loan approval, mortgages, online banking, online deposits, mobile banking and bill pay, free checking, business services, investment services and more. Ideal CU serves the Twin Cities metro area with office locations in Eagan, Hugo, North St. Paul, West St. Paul and Woodbury. For more information, call 651-770-7000, 800-247-0857 or visit http://bit.ly/1uyEN1b.


















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New Privacy Course Urges People To Be More Vigilant About Their Privacy

London, England (PRWEB) October 19, 2006


With the launch of a comprehensive privacy course, Frank Simons urges people to be more vigilant and to drop their laissez-faire attitude towards their privacy



“Just a few days ago in the UK press I read how up to 50% of homeowners throw out enough personal material to put their identity severely at risk,” says Frank shaking his head.



“In the time it takes you to watch the news or have dinner, an identity thief can charge up more than $ 10,000 in bad debts in your name and vanish without a trace, leaving you to clean up the mess, if you can,” explains Frank.



The unfortunate thing is, most people won’t even know about this little shopping spree until they are turned down when trying to get a loan, or until they get threatening letters and calls from debt collectors about mysterious debts.



But who exactly is an identity thief?



“There is no point trying to spot an identity thief, what is needed is a complete review of what information you release about yourself, and an overall look at your attitude towards privacy,” says Frank.



In other words, these thieves lurking in the shadows could be anyone.



Perhaps it’s the neighbourhood bum who goes through the trash thrown out; he may have made a visit to a dumpster near you just last week.



Perhaps it’s a bank employee who hates his job and who has access to customer personal information. He can access bank accounts and credit rating and decide who is worth ripping off.



Perhaps it’s an ex boyfriend who’s heart was broken when they were dumped, but has access to their ex’s bank account details and password?



Perhaps it’s a colleague at work who has access to personnel records, including employment application, payroll information and social security numbers.



Perhaps it’s a cyber hacker geek who can break into bank computers to check balances and credit limits and sell the account numbers and passwords to the highest bidder.



Perhaps it’s the clerk at the video store, who knows where customers live, their date of birth and credit card details.



In other words, he could be just about anyone. But what he really want is…to be someone else



The likelihood is he is just an ordinary guy trying to make a living. He probably had a decent job, paid the bill. But then he heard about a guy selling names and social security numbers for as little as $ 500. So he gave it a try…and JACKPOT.



A couple of the names were worthless, but the others earned him $ 110,000 in no time. Here’s what might have happened.



Some of the names may have been used to apply for online credit cards and open bank accounts.



A few of the others may have been used to set up phony companies with merchant accounts so he could take credit card payments.



The remaining, to set up offshore bank accounts where money was wired from the phony companies after the credit card charges from the purchaser accounts cleared the merchant accounts…easy as that.



As all the business can be done online, there is never any need for the identity thief to show any photo ID or leave a signature and the stolen identities are never used for more than a few weeks.



Perhaps he has a few apprentices under him now that he’s training…showing them the ropes, and that starts with the dumpster. One man’s trash is another man’s gold, as they say. “Be vigilant, the identity thief is, and you may be next,” says Frank.



Scary indeed. One option is to cut up all the credit cards/personal documents and go live in a cave. The other is to better manage personal information and learn how to your protect privacy.



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