PRWeb: Home and Family Banking / Personal Finance

Portability to Escape Protection Trap, Says Burgesses.com

Thousands of mortgage borrowers who suffer from pre-existing medical conditions have found they are effectively trapped into unsuitable - and often very expensive - payment protection policies. (PRWeb Sep 6, 2008)

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Preparation And Knowledge Key For Student Financial Success According To BankingQuestions.Com

Mastering financial basics is essential for student survival. Tips to help students and parents make the most of their money. (PRWeb Sep 5, 2008)

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REALTOR� Reports First Dip in Austin Home Prices in 2008

Austin REALTOR® Brian Talley reports on the first overall monthly price decline in Austin since the beginning of 2008 in his August 2008 monthly Austin Texas real estate report. Sourcing information provided by the Austin Board of Realtors, Brian offers a broad perspective of the current real estate market by highlighting relevant historical data and market trends. (PRWeb Sep 5, 2008)

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Construction Loans Are Bright Spot for Homeowner Associations

CondoAssociation.com Announces HOA Construction Loan Program (PRWeb Sep 5, 2008)

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Bay View Law Group Accepted into Membership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Bay View Law Group, one of the most experienced and respected debt resolution law practices in the United States, focuses on the basic covenant of always acting in the best interest of the client. Membership in the U. S. Chamber of Commerce further strengthens their commitment to the clients they serve. (PRWeb Sep 5, 2008)

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Registration Open for CollegeWeekLive Fall Event "The Green College Road Trip" Announces Scholarship and YouTube Video Contest

CollegeWeekLive (www.collegeweeklive), the world's largest virtual college fair has opened registration for its upcoming Fall event, taking place online on November 12 and 13, 2008. To coincide with the opening of registration, CollegeWeekLIve has announced a $3500 cash scholarship and a $1000 cash prize for the winner of a YouTube Video Contest. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)

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Woolworths Launches Everyday Money Division

Everyday Money Credit Card Available to Australians from 1 September 2008 (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)

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Scala Introduces the First Connected Signage Platform at Digital Signage Expo East

Scala will exhibit at Digital Signage Expo East in Philadelphia, PA. Join Scala on September 17 - 18, 2008 at booth number # 301. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)

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Americas Watchdog Seeks Whistle Blowers Related To Municipal Tax Fraud, AKA "Yield-Burning"

Americas Watchdog and its Wall Street Fraud Watchdog are reaching out to Wall Street insiders who have specific proof of US banks, or Wall Street investment brokerage firms involved in "yield burning", or premium laundering in cheating the IRS. For whistle blowers with specific proof, significant rewards could be involved. This scheme involves US banks funding short term municipal bonds, for a illegal tax write off or profit. Whistle blowers with significant proof should contact the Wall Street Fraud Watchdog at 866-714-6466 for more information, or visit their web site at Http://WallStreetFraudwatchdog.Com (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)

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REMY, LLC Introduces REMY$ Financial Planner, a Software Product Dedicated to Reducing Personal Financial Uncertainty in a Rapidly Changing World

After years of internal use, REMY LLC makes REMY$ Financial Planner commercially available to the general public effective immediately. REMY$ Financial Planner is an intuitive graphical software product which makes industry-strength financial and retirement planning accessible to millions of US households. The product addresses an urgent and growing need: to assist households in anticipating and managing their financial needs, so they can increase the odds of achieving their present and future dreams with their available means. (PRWeb Sep 4, 2008)

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Are Employees Savvy Healthcare Consumers? change:healthcare's New Index Has Answer

Just launched by healthcare consumerism company change:healthcare, the Healthcare Consumerism Index gives employers and employees a wealth of information so both can improve the cost-effectiveness of their healthcare purchases. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Priority Rebrands to Integrate Publishing, Marketing and Interactive Services

Priority Publications Inc. announced today that, to better serve an evolving marketplace, it has rebranded the company. Now doing business as Priority, the company's new brand offerings include interactive and strategic marketing solutions in addition to custom publishing. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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New Website Provides Hard to Find Information on the Cost of Just About Anything

Whatitcosts.com is a new website that offers hard to find cost information on a variety of unique and interesting products and services. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Parents Are Still 'Future-proofing' Child Funds Despite Credit Crunch; Family Investments Sees Biggest Peak in CTF Top-Ups Since Launch

New findings from Family Investments, the UK's leading Child Trust Fund (CTF) provider, have shown that more parents than ever are putting aside savings for their children's future despite the credit crunch. This month has seen the highest rate of tops ups to date since the government first introduced the scheme in April 2005. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Mortgage Borrowers are Wasting �480 Million a Year on Overpriced Mortgage Insurance, Says Burgesses.com

Mortgage borrowers are wasting £480 million a year on overpriced Mortgage Payment Protection Insurance (MPPI) according to Burgesses.com who say that a staggering 90% of mortgage borrowers purchase cover from their lenders instead of shopping around for a better deal. In fact, even in the first year alone the average mortgage borrower can make substantial savings by switching to an independent provider. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Don't Pay the Price of Apathy - Shop Around and Save Up to �10,980 on Mortgage Payment Protection Insurance says British Insurance

To encourage mortgage borrowers to shop around for the best deal on mortgage payment protection insurance (MPPI) instead of accepting the policy offered by their mortgage lenders; British Insurance has launched a new ultra low cost Mortgage Payment Protection Insurance product. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Software Company Helps Empower Hispanic Community In Their Pursuit of the American Dream

AmeriPrep Solutions ® LLC offers its computer software, Financial GPS ® 2.1, to the Hispanic community. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Campaign Contributions vs. Donations: LegalZoom Uncovers What You Can and Can't Write Off

As the US presidential election enters its home stretch, political campaigns are hard at work to raise the extra funds necessary to make it through the final months. From volunteer-run phone banks to online contributions, candidates are receiving millions of dollars in contributions from dedicated supporters. Yet, what many Americans may not know is that the $500 check they just wrote to their Party can’t be written off as a tax deduction. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Imperial Finance & Trading, LLC Continues to Expand

Imperial Finance and Trading, LLC, a leader in premium finance for life insurance, life insurance sales and structured settlements, is pleased to announce expansion of the company’s office space. The organization will be taking over an additional floor in its current building, along with reconstructing some of their current work spaces, to accommodate current growth of its operations. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Bills.com Maps Ways to Avoid Worst Financial Choices

Others' missteps give clues to choosing best financial path, Ewing says. (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Using Business Entities to Help Protect Assets and Minimize Taxes: FPA of Hampton Roads Holds Ground Breaking Seminar

The Financial Planning Association of Hampton Roads sponsored advanced continuing education training for CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER TM professionals on the subject of "Business Entity Selection--Taxation and Asset Protection Strategies for Financial Planners". (PRWeb Sep 3, 2008)

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Warning Issued as Olympian is Accused of Terrorism Links

Dr. Davidovic has been accused by a major international bank, Raiffeisen Bank, of being involved in terrorism, an accusation he hotly denies. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2008)

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Beware Inadequate Possessions Cover Warns Karma Insurance

As some 1.6 million students across the UK prepare to leave home and head for seats of learning, Karmainsurance.com is urging them to ensure their possessions cover is adequate when offered free by universities and colleges. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2008)

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Convenience and Security Boost Payment Cards Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts

Payment cards have emerged as a secure alternative to paper-based mode of payment, among consumers. Convenience, security and ease of use are major factors encouraging consumers to use payment cards for day-to-day transactions. Adoption of innovative technologies such as contactless technology is expected to boost market prospects. (PRWeb Sep 2, 2008)

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Borro Launches Ground-breaking Online Service to Provide Short-term Loans

Borro is an online business that offers consumers responsible, fast and convenient short-term loans, through the temporary release of equity from personal assets.Borro provides one of the fastest and most flexible ways for consumers to meet their short-term cash flow needs when traditional sources (credit cards and overdrafts) are not available or are already fully utilised. Using state-of-the-art technology, world-class people and partners, Borro delivers excellent value and a very fast and convenient service.Compared to the charges incurred in using alternatives such as unapproved overdrafts, or 'pay day loans', Borro offers extremely competitive terms. (PRWeb Sep 1, 2008)

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Castle Cover Insurance Team Up With Over 60's Equity Release Company, In Retirement Services

Over 50's insurer partners with equity release company to help capitalise on target market. (PRWeb Sep 1, 2008)

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Building Better Communities with Solid Financial Foundations

American Consumer Credit Counseling issues a PAL grant of $5,000.00 to support Chelsea Neighborhood Developers' Financial Empowerment Basics program. (PRWeb Aug 30, 2008)

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Midland Asset Management, Dallas, TX, Fee-only Financial Planning, Wealth Management Firm Announces a Wealth Management Blog

Midland Asset Management announces the release of a wealth management blog. The blog is conglomerate of ideas, thoughts, concepts organized into wealth management topics. The blog is written in short, crisp articles and includes action points. (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)

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Hurricane Season - CreditCardsPlus.com Offers Tips for Financial Help in an Emergency

As Hurricane Gustav barrels dangerously toward the Gulf Coast on the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, we are reminded of the devastation from storms in past years to New Orleans, Louisiana, Florida and Texas. With a forecast of a 'well above-average' hurricane season, CreditCardsPlus.com encourages a backup plan for emergency financial needs and offers tips for temporary spending preparedness. (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)

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Max Equity Offers Help For All Residential Mortgage Holders In order to Receive Top Dollars For Their Property Investments

Max Equity Contractor's Buying/Marketing Group L.L.C. today announced that they will offer a service that will "Maximize Home Owner's Equity" and give owners/mortgage holders a prov-en method of selling residential property at the highest market price. Robert Sayre, President of Max Equity, a re modeler and Real Estate Broker, stated that today more than ever it is essential to have all residential property in the best possible "Show Condition" in order to compete in this very competitive "buyers market". (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)

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Social Security Disability Can Be Key to Financial Future

Allsup explains financial implications of SSDI benefits, online financial planning calculators available to people with disabilities. (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)

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Western Massachusetts Financial Literacy Organizations Collaborate to Help Community

Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts and Cambridge Credit Counseling Corp. work together to educate students about proper money management. (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)

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Driving Consumers toward Mobile Money Services: Lessons from South Africa, the Philippines, and Kenya

In many developing economies, more citizens own mobile phones than own traditional bank accounts. There are a variety of reasons why a large number of consumers remain unbanked, including affordability and accessibility limitations. However, some financial service providers and mobile operators are leveraging mobile technology to increase access to formal financial services, particularly to low-income and underserved consumers. Such mobile phone-based money services include person-to-person funds transfer, prepaid airtime purchases, prepaid electricity purchases, utility bill payment, remittance transmittal, and other functions. These mobile money services do not require new technology infrastructures or their costs, but can be employed using existing technologies in a new application. For example, in the Philippines and Kenya, short message system (SMS) is used for a variety of financial transactions. SMS can be used in rural areas with limited data coverage, with most account types, prepaid and postpaid, and with most mobile handsets, even low-end and basic models. (PRWeb Aug 29, 2008)

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Classroom Teaching Supply Store Hire SEO Services Company to Boost Rankings

Texas based discount school supplies store, American Classroom Supply, has unveiled its plans to hire Dallas SEO services company to position itself as a leading destination for online classroom decorations, furniture and preschool teaching needs. (PRWeb Aug 28, 2008)

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Walmart and Classy Mommy Join Forces with Mommy Bloggers in "Money Saving Moms Campaign"

Walmart's "Money Saving Moms" Campaign Launches on September 3rd (PRWeb Aug 28, 2008)

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One Month of Mojo, Applied to Credit Cards

CreditCardsMojo.com celebrates one month of successfully distributing the best and the latest from the world of credit cards. (PRWeb Aug 28, 2008)

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Jackson Hole Auction Company Sets Annual Fall Real Estate Auction

Properties from Eastern Idaho to Jackson Hole & across Wyoming to Sell at Auction. Jackson Hole Auction Company (www.jacksonholeauctions.com) announces the Annual Fall Real Estate Auction from Eastern Idaho to Jackson Hole and across Wyoming on September 20, according to William F. Burke CAI AARE, auctioneer and president of the company. (PRWeb Aug 27, 2008)

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mPay Gateway and MedStar Systems Partner to Provide Integrated Practice Management Collection Tools

mPay Gateway, a Minneapolis, MN company specializing in point of care patient payments, announced today that MedStar Systems, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, will offer mPay Gateway's software with MedStar's Practice Management Software solution. In addition, Qualified Processing Services (QPS) of Boca Raton, FL will provide merchant processing services to MedStar clients. The combined offering provides MedStar's physician customers advanced tools for facilitating patient payments and increasing cash flow. (PRWeb Aug 27, 2008)

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What Servicemembers Need to Know About Financing and Buying a New Car

Fall 2008 Issue of Military Money® Shows Military Families How to Find Their Dream Car at the Right Price (PRWeb Aug 27, 2008)

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Use Dieting Knowledge to Lose Debt, Weight

Same skills can translate into healthier body, healthier budget. (PRWeb Aug 27, 2008)

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