DELRAY BEACH, FL – August 10, 2015 – Before banks, lending and government institutions banks and their asset management companies can realize improved DOM (Days on Market) statistics, there must be an understanding of the risks in infrastructural and technological assets, tangible and human factor variables, mental states and decision making throughout the REO chain of property management, valuation, marketing and disposition.

This is another Risk ALERT for REOs – The REO Asset Manager Institute

REO (Real Estate Owned) properties are the end of the line – having gone through the foreclosure process and repossessed from the owner who could not afford to make mortgage payments. 

As soon as a property goes into a distressed status (the borrower / home owner that missed multiple mortgage payments), the owner and beneficiary (bank, lending or government institution) will want to determine the amount of equity for a property.  A popular method to determine the equity is to obtain a Broker’s Price Opinion (BPO) or an appraisal.  

Based on the amount of equity, the beneficiary will decide whether to allow a short sale (if requested by the homeowner).  Otherwise, the beneficiary will continue the foreclosure process.  If the beneficiary is unable to sell the property through a short sale or at a foreclosure auction it will now become an REO property.

Once foreclosure begins – through the time that an REO property is put on the open market for sale – the property must be secured, rehabbed to some point, and monitored weekly, as empty home are targets for drifters, vandalism, and in some cases, re-entry of the homeowner.   

REOs are less risk because they must be delivered to buyers without encumbrances.  Before REO properties are made available for sale, all liens and claims against the property are expunged – and any cloud on the title such as a second or third mortgage, mechanics liens, taxes or any other liens attached by creditors are wiped out.

REOs are non-performing assets so beneficiaries want to sell or rent them quickly.  The lender with a growing inventory of REOs becomes more of a motivated seller.  Either way, REOs are usually sold at below-market prices with great terms like low down payments and interest rates.

Since beneficiaries failed to sell their REOs at auction during foreclosure, beneficiaries rarely sell REO directly to buyers.  Instead, the complex and comprehensive REO asset management process of property management, valuation, marketing and disposition is usually outsourced to specialized REO realtors, or to REO Asset Management companies who then contract with realtors. 

In preparing REOs for sale, non-traditional real estate practices require specialized REO eal estate agents who are professionally REO and BPO certified by The Five Star Institute and others.

Individual REOs are purchased by home buyers and in bulk are purchased by hedge funds, REITs, small and institutional investors.

Full news story: http://pressreleasejet.com/newsreleases/2015/the-reo-asset-manager-institute-releases-alert/

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Contact Person: Gina Lavorina
Email: REONInjas@gmail.com
Phone: (800) 239-0867
Country: United States
Website: http://www.reoassetmanagerinstitute.com

Des Plaines, IL – August 10, 2015 – Prism Title announced today that they have appointed Dione Reyes as National Director of Sales. Today’s announcement comes on the heels of Prism Titles’ last announcement when they put their competition “in check” by making public their very aggressive plan to expand their company and brand nationally. Reyes will serve as a senior member of Prism Title’s leadership team and will closely align sales to title and closing operations.

“Dione has tremendous industry expertise with a proven track-record of understanding customer title needs and delivering successful solutions for both residential and commercial markets,” said Robert Bingham, President, Prism Title. “Her expertise will be particularly vital as we expand throughout Indiana and into Michigan to penetrate key markets and grow our share.”

Reyes primarily will work with Commercial investors, lenders, attorneys and developers on significant regional and multi-state transactions.

“I joined Prism Title due to their stellar reputation for excellent service, the fact that they have two in-house counsel available to my clients, and the top resources they have to handle their most complex transactions,” said Reyes. “I am most impressed by their professionalism, teamwork, and superior customer service. Prism is uniquely positioned to continue to gain market share in this competitive marketplace, and I am looking forward to contributing to their growth.”

A 30-year title industry veteran, Reyes most recently served as President and Founder of Specialty Title. In this role, Reyes grew Specialty Title Agency to become one of the most Chicago Title’s most established and successful title agencies in Illinois. Prior to Specialty Title, Reyes held had leadership positions at Nations Title and Stewart Title.　

“We are building a world-class marketing organization to help further accelerate Prism Title’s Business growth rate. Dione is a valuable addition to our team and we expect that her thought leadership in marketing to penetrate a range of business segments will advance our capability,” said Robert Bingham, President, Prism Title.

Prism Title is a full-service title, settlement and vendor management services company serving real estate companies, attorneys, and financial institutions in support of residential and commercial real estate transactions. Prism operates in 43 states to provide a range of title and closing services both direct and through national title partners.

Prism is known for its industry-leading customer care and the depth of its title expertise. For the last ten years, Prism has been a recognized leader providing national title solutions. Prism Title writes title insurance through four of the largest and most respected underwriters in the country. These are Chicago Title Insurance Company, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, First American Title Insurance Company and Stewart Title Guaranty.

More information about Prism Title Services, LLC, is available at http://www.prismtitle.com/

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Company Name: Prism Tite / I.C.O. Robert Bingham
Contact Person: Media Relations
Email: rfbingham@prismtitle.com
Phone: Ph: (847) 677-9900
Address:1011 E. Touhy Avenue, Suite 350
City: Des Plaines
State: IL
Country: United States
Website: www.prismtitle.com

Des Plaines, IL – August 10, 2015 – Prism Title has once again made headlines with their most recent appointment of Jonathon Danek as Prism Titles’ new Vice President and General Counsel. Prism Title is a nationwide title agency that has an examination team with over 150 years of combined experience in real estate closings and related services. As part of a strategic plan for growth, Mr. Danek will now lead the Title Examination team that includes 8 examiners.

Jonathon Danek is a practicing Attorney with over twenty-five years of experience in the Title industry. Prior to Danek joining Prism, he acted as a Commercial Underwriter for Chicago Title. He has been General Counsel for Stewart Title Illinois, General Counsel for 12 years Specialty Title and has assisted other independent title firms to grow and expand their business across much of the United States. It is no secret that Prism Title is aggressively planning on expanding their footprint in both Indiana and Illinois, as well as into new markets across the United States.

During a recent interview, Robert Bingham, President of Prism Title was quoted as saying, “As an Attorney with twenty-five years of experience in Title and Underwriting, Jon brings a wealth of experience to Prism and to our customers. Mr. Danek is a specialist in his craft and we are excited to have him on board to help execute our plans for national expansion.” Jonathon Danek is a widely known and respected figure in the real estate industry and his far-ranging success is bound to rub off on this latest partnership with Prism Title Agency.”

Prism Title has been in business for well over 10 years and is expected to continue on its vertical growth curve after the company spokesperson unveiled an extensive marketing campaign last week. Bingham added, “Our commitment to quality and our customer’s needs are at the heart of all we do.” In a world where so many transactions take place daily, it is important to work with people you can trust.

Prism Title is a full-service title, settlement and vendor management services company serving real estate companies, attorneys, and financial institutions in support of residential and commercial real estate transactions. Prism operates in 43 states to provide a range of title and closing services both direct and through national title partners.

Prism is known for its industry-leading customer care and the depth of its title expertise. For the last ten years, Prism has been a recognized leader providing national title solutions. Prism Title writes title insurance through four of the largest and most respected underwriters in the country. These are Chicago Title Insurance Company, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, First American Title Insurance Company and Stewart Title Guaranty.

More information about Prism Title Services, LLC, is available at http://www.prismtitle.com

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Company Name: Prism Tite / I.C.O. Robert Bingham
Contact Person: Media Relations
Email: rfbingham@prismtitle.com
Phone: Ph: (847) 677-9900
Address:1011 E. Touhy Avenue, Suite 350
City: Des Plaines
State: IL
Country: United States
Website: www.prismtitle.com

San Ramon, CA – August 10, 2015 – Beau Eckstein of SFR Ventures is proud to announce the first-ever Bay Area REI BarCamp on August 29, 2015 at the San Ramon Community Center from 10am until 3pm.

“This BarCamp is sure to be a big hit for Bay Area real estate investors, agents, brokers, house flippers, and construction rehabbers.” — Beau Eckstein

The concept of a bar camp is kind of like an “unconference” – no formalized presentations. Instead, bar camp participants decide the topics to be discussed at the bar camp, and then real estate investing pros lead discussions about those topics. Attendees learn exactly what they want because they pick the topics for discussion and seasoned real estate investors lead the discussions and answer their questions.

This REI BarCamp will be held at the San Ramon Community Center on August 29, 2015 from 10am until 3pm. The Emcee, Cheri Hill, author of Incorporate and Get Rich, will lead off and give an overview of how this BarCamp will work. Then attendees will choose topics and break out into groups. There will be four of these sessions. After the first two, lunch will be served (sponsored by Louis Bardis). Then the next two breakout sessions will take place.

Finally, BarCamp attendees will convene for a mixer at Firehouse 37.

Details of the event:

REI Bar Camp
August 29, 2015
10am – 3pm
San Ramon Community Center
12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583

About the Keynote Speaker:

Cheri S. Hill, aka the Wealth Protection Diva, is President and CEO of Sage International, Inc., a leading provider of financial education, business development, and wealth protection strategies. For over two decades, Cheri has taught thousands of business owners, investors, professionals, and entrepreneurs how to properly structure their business and personal assets to safely grow, protect, and leverage their hard-earned wealth. She is a national speaker, best-selling author, host of the weekly “Cheri Hill Radio Show,” and a Certified NxLeveL Instructor for the Nevada Small Business Development Center. Cheri is very active within the Northern Nevada entrepreneurial community, currently serving on the following boards: Entrepreneurship Nevada; Entrepreneurs Assembly; the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits; WCSD Community Advisory Board; and Nevadaworks. She is a master connector and is recognized as one of the founding members of the Reno/Tahoe Chapter of eWomenNetwork.

About the Host:

Beau Eckstein has a diverse real estate background with over sixteen years of real estate experience. This includes real estate sales, residential mortgage lending, construction financing, and private money loans. Beau utilizes his vast knowledge and great people skills to help investors, brokers, contractors, and owner/builders create successful projects.

Currently Beau is Managing Partner of SFR Ventures, Inc., which is the origination arm of a private money fund specializing in construction. This fund specializes in investor loans for construction, bridge, and rehab loans. Beau is an active investor and likes to partner with architects and builders. Beau works with buy and hold investors as well as fix and flips/rehabbers.

There will be a number of giveaways to lucky attendees, including t-shirts, Cheri’s book, an online marketing consultation, and more.

SFR Ventures makes loans that make sense. Hard Money Loans, Private Money Loans, Fix and Flip Loans, Construction Loans, GAP Funding and more.

If you would like more information about this event, please contact Beau Eckstein at (925) 852-8261 or email at beaueckstein@gmail.com

Media Contact
Company Name: SFR Ventures
Contact Person: Beau Eckstein
Email: beaueckstein@gmail.com
Phone: (925) 852-8261
Country: United States
Website: http://reibarcamp.com

California City, CA – August 11, 2015 – Shawn Bradley, a philanthropist and founder of the popular niche travel site Smoketels.com, has recently announced the commencement of his crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for his new business venture Candyman Candies. The “IndieGoGo Crowdfunding Campaign” launched today August 10, 2015 and will continue for 45 days, during which Bradley would generate funds needed for Candyman Candies. Once the campaign is over, he will begin the construction and setup of a rented space with a tentative grand opening date 6 weeks later, in time for Thanksgiving, right in the hub of California City.

Bradley’s business venture, Candyman Candies, would be a 3-in-1 candy store, ice-cream shop and treat bakery, a fairly new concept designed to bring back memories from the past and put a smile on people’s faces.

“I am doing this to provide a much-needed store in my community where everyone can have the opportunity to enjoy what many people get to enjoy in most communities around the nation, regardless of whether they can drive or not,” states the founder of Candyman Candies, Shawn Bradley. “Studies show that ice cream and treats always put a smile on your face. I remember when I was a child I would go to the ice cream shop or bakery and get some goodies. I also remember the ice cream truck coming by all the time after dinner daily. I want everyone to enjoy this like old times, whether they are in a big city or a rural community like ours.”

In addition to a retail store, Candyman Candies will have an ice cream truck with treats stocked on board. This truck will service the communities of California City, Boron, and Mojave daily. A delivery service of limited items will also be offered to these communities. Candyman Candies plans on having an online website to cater to the 48 continental US states, through which people would be able to order products and merchandise, and have it shipped to them.

As always, Bradley seeks to give back to the community. Therefore, the new business seeks to donate a portion of every sale to support local programs and events, as well as the Wounded Warrior Project. Moreover, seniors and the military can also benefit from the 10% discount on all of the products offered at Candyman Candies.

To support the crowd funding campaign please visit http://igg.me/at/candymancandies

About Candyman Candies

For more information on Candyman Candies or the IndieGoGo Crowdfunding Campaign, log on to www.candymancandies.com. For more information on how the company seeks to grow the retail chain within a few years, visit www.candymancandies.com

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Contact Person: Josef Holm
Email: krowdster@pmnrewards.com
Phone: 6477787365
City: Santa Monica
State: California
Country: United States
Website: http://igg.me/at/candymancandies

Tualatin, Oregon – August 11, 2015 – It takes more than good luck to become a successful eBay seller. There are millions of people selling products on ebay, so sellers need an edge to compete and be a winner. Granula-soft has launched their new eBay Seller Repricing Platform, thus providing an edge to all those sellers savvy enough to appreciate what this platform has to offer. It does nothing less than create a new paradigm in the world of eBay selling. This is a chance to become uber competitive, and at the click of the mouse. Granula-soft allows the possibility to compete with other sellers on eBay that sell identical products by automatically lowering prices. Users can choose a suitable price changing strategy. The service allows users to add any eBay listing that they wish to compete with, manually or semi automatically. Sellers can try it for two months free of charge.

The vast majority of sellers on eBay overlook the importance of utilizing a pricing strategy. The Granula-soft platform levels the playing field. Small vendors can now compete with large vendors. The platform was developed to be user friendly and easy to navigate. This is a feature rich platform, and users can take advantage of: Quick Set Up; All that needs to be done is to click on the mouse, follow the instructions and eBay sellers will be ready to start the repricing process, Highly Secure; Only the most advanced security protocols are employed to create a secure data environment, Improved Margins; Users can set their own rules and strategies which will improve exposure and raise margins, Frequent Repricing; Allows sellers to respond to competitors’ price changes immediately.

The company reports that there are only Seven Steps to begin an advanced phase of selling on eBay: Register, to be able to make use of the platform. Login, and visit the Dashboard, where users can manage their account as well as products and strategies. Enable Repricing, all it takes is a click in the Dashboard and make some choices. Listings, a click on the “Listings” link is all it takes to download all product listings from the seller’s eBay account. Manage, simply fill-in the minimum price, the maximum price and the strategy. Manage Competitive Listings, choose the listings to compete against. and Search Products, Users can search for similar products on eBay.

For complete information, please visit: Granula-soft

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Company Name: Granula-soft
Contact Person: Larry Bar
Email: support@granulasoft.com
Phone: 972.502895322
Address:11407 SW Amu St.
City: Tualatin
State: OR
Country: United States
Website: www.granulasoft.com

Many enterprises face tough business challenges that are difficult to overcome without outside support. A strategic, top line business consultant assists CEOs, executives and high level managers in tackling these challenges while identifying opportunities for accelerated revenue growth. A strategic plan developed by an experienced consultant can transform struggling corporations and businesses into truly successful, highly profitable ventures with the help of the right expertise. Northpoint Business Advisors offers this type of consultation, and has introduced a free thirty minute ideas session to help businesses see how they can accelerate their growth, and overcome tough challenges.

A lot will be covered in this thirty minutes, with Northpoint Business Advisors touching on channel assessments, market coverage models, incentive strategies, bolt on revenue, relationship harvesting and more. The thirty minutes can be used however the business leader would prefer, with preparatory materials sent ahead of time so individuals can establish their goals and discover a route toward them together with the consultancy.

The strategy sessions will be conducted by senior consultant Richard Van Belzen, and are designed to help small businesses pursue new sources of revenue and growth. Northpoint Business Advisors offers not only strategy, but implementation oversight to ensure companies turn great strategy into accelerated profits.

A spokesperson for www.NorthpointAdvisors.com explained, “Over two hundred companies have so far benefited from our consultancy, allowing us to undertake a comprehensive review of their business models and strategies and then design new ones for even greater success. We become partners to the businesses we serve, facilitating them in moving toward their goals and ambitions in the most efficient and effective way possible. The free thirty minute introduction session allows us to demonstrate our insight and expertise, and serves as a way for businesses to see what their future could look like when working with Northpoint.”

About Northpoint Business Advisors

Since 1995, Northpoint Business Advisors has been successfully helping companies of all sizes identify new revenue sources and overcome difficult challenges. Northpoint Business Advisors is a strategic consulting firm offering business strategies you can lead. With an emphasis on delivering results by overseeing implementation of proven strategies, they help make changes that drive increased momentum, performance, and top-line growth. 

For more information please visit: http://northpointadvisors.com/

Media Contact
Company Name: Northpoint Business Advisors
Contact Person: Richard Van Belzen
Email: info@northpointadvisors.com
Phone: 585.233.6707
City: Rochester
State: NY
Country: United States
Website: http://northpointadvisors.com/

Payday loans offer a lifeline for millions of people who because of their credit history or lack of income have no access to short-term cash. The problem is that many companies use a predatory model to trap consumers in a payday loan trap, where they can never pay off their loan. This makes finding an ethical direct lender essential. Direct Payday Lenders USA is an online resource center designed to help people do just that, and has recently updated its database to include information that better breaks down how each lender works and what kind of fees to expect. Ultimately, they leave people with a process that is easier, faster and more accurate.

Their database of direct payday lenders was recently updated to include finance charges and payoff terms for most of the online payday lenders that are currently listed. Most consumers will also notice that terms are broken down for each state as well. This will enable consumers to quickly determine whether or not a specific lender offers a loan in their state. This level of transparency is essential for those looking for the right payday loans direct lender. 

In addition to these updates, the site has begun to add new articles to their payday loan blog. The payday loan blog is designed to educate and inform individuals as to the best ways in which they can identify the right lender for their needs. Most consumers will waste hours on end looking for online companies that offer direct payday loans, but this website aims to make it as fast and painless as possible. 

A spokesperson for Direct Payday Lenders USA explained, “We decided to make these changes to our database of lenders as a result of stories we read online of individuals who were not finding the best short term lender. Many consumers had outrageous charges upon the completion of their loan agreement, and oftentimes these same people found themselves worse off than before they took out a payday loan. We want to make sure these things never happen, and getting that information front and center instead of hidden in small print is the best way to do that. We continue to lead the way in breaking down all aspects of the payday loan application process and we are sure our latest initiative will empower the public even more.”

About Direct Payday Lenders USA:

Direct Payday Lenders USA assists consumers all across the country in finding the best short term loan for their specific situation. Consumers find the site helpful because the database of direct payday lenders allows them to find the best online loan for what they need. The database of online lenders was first created in 2012 and is updated weekly with the latest providers.

For more information please visit: http://www.direct-payday.com/

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Company Name: Direct Payday Lenders USA
Contact Person: Tim Davis
Email: info@direct-payday.com
Phone: 800-857-3041
City: Costa Mesa
State: California
Country: United States
Website: http://www.direct-payday.com

Fixed Index Annuities capture the upside of the market while also providing downside protection.

No one really thinks about the phrase “retirement fund.” All the young adults are too busy living their lives trying to enjoy all the little things and the middle aged men and women are trying to settle down and begin their own family. Oaktree capital helps you better understand why planning for your retirement is so important.

There is four steps to consider when thinking about your retirement which is take an inventory of your resources, set retirement goals, consider key factors that would impact your ability to meet your goals and analyze the types of retirement income that you will be receiving.

Ensuring you will have enough income in retirement requires careful planning. Get out of that “set it and forget it” mentality and put a plan in place that takes your whole financial situation – current and projected – into consideration. 

Today, retirement takes all shapes and sizes. From the couple enjoying the adventures and family time they looked forward to as well as the widow struggling to make ends meet, the contemporary retirement experience runs the gamut from the haves to the have-nots. The Changing Face of Retirement offers a snapshot of retirement in America today, reinforced by hard analytical findings. This project provides a realistic perspective of the modern-day retirement experience and emphasizes the importance of individuals taking retirement planning into their own hands.

They found that the leading indicator of a secure and comfortable retirement was the development of a diversified savings plan. As you build your retirement nest egg, a Fixed Index Annuity can provide guaranteed income for life and can withstand the volatility of the marketplace. Fixed Index Annuities capture the upside of the market while also providing downside protection.  Also, you can’t outlive the monthly premium check you will receive. Sounds too good to be true — it’s not.

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Company Name: Oaktree Capital LLC
Contact Person: Jim
Email: jm@oaktreecapitalllc.com
Phone: 404-290-9982
Address:1569 Shateau Dr
City: Dunwoody
State: GA
Country: United States
Website: www.oaktreecapitalllc.com

Between work, family and personal ambitions, it can be a challenge for even the most successful woman to keep her life in balance. Purpose and fulfillment share an importance in ensuring women live their lives to the fullest. However, it often seems as if one area of life suffers, while in the pursuit of achievement in another. These challenges can be frustrating and overwhelming, creating psychological and even physical problems. A life coach serves as one solution offering hope and help for women in these situations.

Charmaine Carraway, multi-talented life coach, entrepreneur and Visionary Woman, recently launched her unique vision into the world at TheVisionaryWoman.com. The site establishes a forum for women to connect, meeting their emotional and spiritual needs, as well as finding the support they need for success in their careers and personal and professional relationships. Through webinars, blogs, and one-on-one counseling, Charmaine provides support and guidance to women around the country. One needs only to speak with her for a moment to realize that she is not only a counselor, but also a motivational speaker with a good sense of humor.

Charmaine shares, “Many women who are successful in the business or corporate world need support to be the best they can be in all aspects of life. Successful women are not one-dimensional. Too often, success comes at the cost of relationships.” Charmaine is passionate about empowering women to be purposeful in their choices, so that they will not look back with regret having not realized the value of the relationships in their lives. “Women are complex creatures who want to know their purpose,” Charmaine says. “Prioritizing and investing in yourself and relationships brings dividends, just like a business would.”

Many women seek words of advice from family, friends, or neighbors when it comes to focal decisions in life. But jealousy, biases, and even personal dysfunctions on the part of advice givers can steer a successful woman toward regret, bitterness, and even isolation. Moreover, those resources may not have insight regarding next steps in pursuit of achieving a goal.

Enters The Visionary Woman. Charmaine has a Bachelor’s in Marriage and Family Counseling, and is working toward her Master’s in Psychology. She has also been a successful business woman, rubbing elbows with other career-driven women who need a little help to hold it all together. “Trying to balance it all, yourself, family, and career, causes unnecessary anxiety, stress, and depression,” Charmaine says, which is why she loves to engage women by encouraging and challenging them. In turn, she practices what she preaches, seeking counsel through her life coach and mentor.

Here are the top five reasons a woman may need to consult a life coach.

1. Stuck in a rut. Sometimes people feel like they do the same types of work and routines day after day, year after year. Also, careers stagnate, such as not being promoted to that coveted position or a lack of challenge.

2. Failed relationships. Everyone has failed relationships. A good life coach can help one discover the causes of these failures, and what can be done to fix them now avoiding the same mistakes in the future.

3. Bad habits. A life coach can help a person kick a bad habit, such as smoking, overeating, lack of exercise, etc… through encouragement and empowerment.

4. Purpose in life. Life goes by too quickly, and a life coach can help one discover what makes one feel fulfilled, bringing joy to her day-to-day.

5. Plan for success. Whether it’s a business plan or a personal plan, a life coach can help formulate those next steps and hold a person accountable.

Charmaine Carraway is excited about helping women become “visionary women.” She says, “I love to help women soar and be successful in all aspects of life.” For those women wanting to take their lives to the next level, a life coach may just be the secret weapon for success! Making the decision to take action is the first step to achieving an abundant and full life.

Media Contact
Company Name: The Visionary Woman
Contact Person: Charmaine Carraway
Email: charmainec@thevisionarywoman.com
Phone: (615) 988-0521
Country: United States
Website: http://www.thevisionarywoman.com/

Michele Anstead, an author, speaker and domestic violence survivor, announced today that she has published Fear Is Not an Option, a new book that helps to empower victims of child abuse and domestic violence. A memoir, the book is intended to give readers the strength, courage and determination to become survivors.  Fear Is Not an Option is being released by Joans Island Publishing.

“My goal for this book is to share my own experience in the hope that my insights will help others,” said Anstead. “I endured terrible abuse at the hands of parents, care givers, men and authority figures. Yet, my story is not ultimately about abuse – it is about survival and not just survival, but triumph over terrible odds.”

Her personal journey is an inspiring story of tragedy, triumph, and overcoming impossible odds. She survived years of abuse, living on the streets, drugs and physical violence. With the book, she is now exposing the many dark secrets behind her childhood, how it affected her belief system and what she had to do to survive. Despite all the challenges she faced, she was able to raise her ADHD-affected son as a single mother and transition from being on welfare to completing a college diploma with honors.

Pre-publication reviewers are praising Fear Is Not An Option, with Constable Scott Mills of Toronto Police Service & Crime Stoppers, for example, commenting, “The book is notable both for its honest, unflinching narrative and its complete lack of self-pity as the author describes not just the pain she endured in her childhood, but the personal journey of healing that has allowed her to break free from her difficult past.”

Anstead received her designation as a Certified Professional Counselor, which provided her valuable insight into the healing process and expanded her knowledge on the causes and affects of abuse.  As a Motivational Speaker, Trainer, Certified Coach Practitioner and New Home Sales Professional her mission has always been to empower people through inspiration, motivation and education.  Portions of the proceeds from the book sale are being donated to Domestic Violence shelters.

Book Facts:

Publisher: Joans Island Publishing
Print:  ISBN-13: 978-0993965401, $21.95, 270 pages, 5.5” x 8.5” softcover
Publ. Date: August 2015
Media Kit: http://www.fearisnotanoptionbook.com/index.php/about/speakerevents/

Media Contact
Company Name: Fearisnotanoptionbook.com
Contact Person: Michele Anstead
Email: inspire@micheleanstead.com
Phone: (780) 717-7620
City: Edmonton
State: AB
Country: Canada
Website: http://www.fearisnotanoptionbook.com

San Ramon, CA – August 12, 2015 – Beau Eckstein, host of REI Bar Camp, has announced a formidable lineup of real estate investors, brokers, agents, and marketers that will be leading breakout sessions during the event on August 29 at the San Ramon Community Center.

The lineup includes Anders Fung, Keith Robinson, and Louis Bardis, among many others.

A few notes about the Leaders:

Anders Fung is a principle at MAAN Global Development and is a managing partner at MACC Capital. Anders is a successful developer and contractor who works in San Francisco and San Mateo counties. 

Keith Robinson is the Chief Strategic Officer for Prosper Marketing. He is focused on the key strategic objectives on the company paying acute attention to delivering world class training, technology, and a bit of humor to a sometimes too serious business.

Louis Bardis is a CA BRE Real Estate Broker. He has an MS in Finance from the University of San Francisco. Louis manages a $135MM loan portfolio through several LLC and PPM Mortgage Funds. He has originated and funded over $375MM private money loans. Louis is #24 on the 2014 Scotsman Guide Nationwide “Top Originators” list and has been listed in the North Bay Business Journal Top 40 Entrepreneurs under the age 40.

Louis is also providing lunch for all attendees.

This is just a sampling of the seasoned real estate investing pros who will be in attendance and leading discussions in this BarCamp.

In the coming days, more leaders will be announced.

The concept of a bar camp is kind of like an “unconference” – no formalized presentations. Instead, bar camp participants decide the topics to be discussed at the bar camp, and then real estate investing pros lead discussions about those topics.

REI BarCamp attendees get unfettered access to very successful real estate pros.

It is a dynamic way to learn and share information and experience.

Register for this free event here: http://reibarcamp.com

Details of the event:

REI Bar Camp
August 29, 2015
10am – 3pm
San Ramon Community Center
12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583

There will be a number of giveaways to lucky attendees, including t-shirts, Cheri’s book, an online marketing consultation, and more.

SFR Ventures makes loans that make sense. Hard Money Loans, Private Money Loans, Fix and Flip Loans, Construction Loans, GAP Funding and more.

If you would like more information about this event, please contact Beau Eckstein at (925) 852-8261 or email at beaueckstein@gmail.com or register at http://reibarcamp.com

Media Contact
Company Name: SFR Ventures
Contact Person: Beau Eckstein
Email: beaueckstein@gmail.com
Phone: (925) 852-8261
Country: United States
Website: http://reibarcamp.com

Boca Raton, FL – August 12, 2015 – Professional services continue to thrive in a world where customers are perpetually dealing with complexity, compliance, and risk. Financial leadership is therefore also faced with increasing risk. It is important for these financial professionals to have strong leadership to face these challenges, and The Siegfried Group believes they can help. Tune in to watch The Siegfried Group segment airing on Bloomberg International as sponsored programming on August 15, 2015 at 7:30am GMT. Check your local listings for airtimes.

The Siegfried Group works specifically with the financial executives in Fortune 1000 companies, helping them improve their leadership and their execution. There are a number of challenges facing these executives, including increased competition, ever changing technology, political disruption, and increased regulations.

Vice President of Programming for Corporate Review, JL Haber, described the importance of the Siegfried Group. “Leadership in the financial segment of business is critical for a company’s prosperity. When we learned about how The Siegfried Group works to help these professionals be successful, we knew we had to get them on the show to share their message with our viewers.”

The Siegfried Group offers leadership advisory to help people be more effective leaders. They also provide talent delivery services to ensure solid execution. By helping financial professionals clarify their path forward, they help produce clear communication and goals to help everyone work together and be successful. They also help large projects who might not have the financial insight that should be there by providing talent to help the project move forward.

Those interested in learning more about what The Siegfried Group has to offer financial professionals should tune into Corporate Review to watch this latest episode. Tune in to watch The Siegfried Group segment airing on Bloomberg International as sponsored programming on August 15, 2015 at 7:30am GMT. Check your local listings for airtimes.

About Corporate Review

Corporate Review is an award winning business and health program that is independently produced by MMP (USA), Inc. The show provides its viewers an in depth opportunity to find solutions to the industry problems from some of the top business leaders from across the world. With more than 5,000 companies participating on over 500 shows, Corporate Review continues to be the premier and targeted outlet for the latest business and health stories. Corporate Review airs on cable networks to over 100 million potential television households.

For specific market-by-market air dates and times, please email Moniqueh@mmpusa.com. For more information, please visit www.corporatereview.tv

Media Contact
Company Name: MMP (USA), Inc.
Contact Person: Gila Stern
Email: gstern@mmpusa.com
Phone: 561-988-9455
Address:999 Yamato Rd.
City: Boca Raton
State: Florida
Country: United States
Website: http://www.bloomberg.com/tv/schedule/europe/

August 12, 2015 – Boca Raton, Florida – Many regard gold and silver as strong investment options to protect against inflation. Seven Star Enterprises International works to advise investors about gold and silver and trading in these precious metals. Tune in to watch the Seven Star Enterprises International segment airing on Bloomberg International as sponsored programming on August 16, 2015 at 2:30pm HKT. Check your local listings for airtimes. 

According to Seven Star Enterprises, gold and silver coins can be particularly wise investments because they have been reliable forms of currency for generations, withstanding the rise and fall of numerous currencies over the centuries. They have also increased in value over the years. Seven Star Enterprises works to educate and build a life-long relationship with all clients, who have helped them become one of the top precious metal firms in the United States. Clients know that they can reach out and speak with the firm whenever they have questions, which help to build a relationship of trust.

“Seven Star Enterprises has built themselves a strong reputation as an investment firm for precious metals. When we heard about their philosophies and how they help clients, we wanted to get them on the show to further discuss their investment ideas and share them with our viewers,” says the Vice President of Programming for Corporate Review, JL Haber.

Bruce Kalata, the founder and CEO of the company, brings experience with appraisals and decades of experience in investments to the company. He offers the expertise that many clients seek when making investment decisions.

Those interested in learning more about the ideas and investment philosophies of Seven Star Enterprises should watch this latest episode of Corporate Review. Tune in to watch the Seven Star Enterprises segment airing on Bloomberg International as sponsored programming on August 16, 2015 at 2:30pm HKT. Check your local listings for airtimes.

About Corporate Review

Corporate Review is an award winning business and health program that is independently produced by MMP (USA), Inc. The show provides its viewers an in depth opportunity to find solutions to the industry problems from some of the top business leaders from across the world. With more than 5,000 companies participating on over 500 shows, Corporate Review continues to be the premier and targeted outlet for the latest business and health stories. Corporate Review airs on cable networks to over 100 million potential television households.

For specific market-by-market air dates and times, please email Moniqueh@mmpusa.com. For more information, please visit www.corporatereview.tv

Media Contact
Company Name: MMP (USA), Inc.
Contact Person: Gila Stern
Email: gstern@mmpusa.com
Phone: 561-988-9455
Address:999 Yamato Rd.
City: Boca Raton
State: Florida
Country: United States
Website: http://www.bloomberg.com/tv/schedule/asia/

Boca Raton, FL – August 12, 2015 – Education makes for an easier life, and nobody understands that better than Patrick Donohoe, President and CEO of Paradigm Life. Donohoe speaks to his company’s dedication to providing financial education to those looking to better manage their money.  To learn more about Paradigm Life tune in to Bloomberg International as sponsored programming on August 16, 2015 at 2:30pm HKT. Check your local listings for airtimes. 

Paradigm Life’s overall goal is to remove banks from the individual’s life insurance equation. Banks are using your life insurance premiums to their best benefit, and according to Donohoe, there’s no good reason you can’t do the same for yourself.

Owning your financial future begins with educating yourself on the diverse investment and savings options that are out there and Paradigm Life is here to help. Using an advanced e-learning platform, Paradigm puts the information at your fingertips. They include everything you need to intelligently balance your financial portfolio in a way that allows you to live a long and comfortable life after retirement.

According to Donohoe, what many investors don’t realize is that with market-wide corrections, come portfolio corrections. And if you aren’t well-diversified in your investments, the changes could cause you financial hardship in your golden years.

But this is the problem that Paradigm Life and Donohoe tackle every day by striving to educate individuals on the many diverse investment options available.

When you take control of your financial knowledge, you’ll experience the hope and certainty that your money will be there for you when you need it to be, market changes not withstanding. And, according to Donohoe, it’s the baby boomers that need to be especially cognizant of the many choices available. Once the majority of this demographic switches; from saving their money to spending their money the market will shift, causing changes in value across the board.

Now is the time for education, and that’s exactly why Paradigm Life is on the job.

“Paradigm Life, through the skillful and caring management of Patrick Donohoe, is helping to ensure that an entire generation of Americans retire in peace, knowing that their hard-earned savings will be there for them when they need it,” stated  Vice President of Programming, J.L. Haber. “It’s an honorable endeavor, one that we’re proud to support.”

Those interested in learning more about Paradigm Life should watch the latest episode of Corporate Review airing on Bloomberg International as sponsored programming on August 16, 2015 at 2:30pm HKT. Check your local listings for airtimes. 

About Corporate Review

Corporate Review  is an award winning business and health program that is independently produced by MMP (USA), Inc. The show provides its viewers an in-depth opportunity to find solutions to the industry problems from some of the top business leaders from across the world. With more than 5,000 companies participating on over 500 shows, Corporate Review continues to be the premier and targeted outlet for the latest business and health stories. Corporate Review airs on cable networks to over 100 million potential television households.

For specific market-by-market air dates and times, please email Moniqueh@mmpusa.com. For more information, please visit to www.corporatereview.tv

Media Contact
Company Name: MMP (USA), Inc.
Contact Person: Susan Waters
Email: swaters@mmpusa.com
Phone: 561-988-9455
Address:999 Yamato Rd.
City: Boca Raton
State: Florida
Country: United States
Website: http://www.bloomberg.com/tv/schedule/asia/

August 12, 2015 – Boca Raton, Florida – Mergers and acquisitions offer companies ample opportunities for growth and profit, but many companies do not have the experience and knowledge necessary to be successful in this area. M&A Partners believes that they can help companies navigate their market confidently. Tune in to watch the M&A Partners segment airing on Bloomberg Television as sponsored programming on August 16, 2015 at 2:30pm HKT. Check your local listings for airtimes. 

The M&A market has been very strong across the industry. According to M&A Partners President, Mark Herndon, the market has largely recovered from the recession and deals are now even exceeding pre-recession levels. There have also been a number of large and complex deals that have been successfully negotiated in recent months. There are numerous companies who have resumed regularly acquiring other companies as a core part of their corporate growth strategy.

One of the biggest challenges facing acquirers is simply that many deals still fail to bring in the revenue and growth that had been promised in the pre-deal forecasts. This can causes enormous losses for companies and shareholders. There are also countless reasons why these deals fail.

M&A Partners works with company executives to help them master M&A so that they can begin to see regular success from their own deals. M&A Partners have the experience and expertise necessary to help companies understand how to maximize their M&A opportunities.

“Mergers and acquisitions drive corporate growth for many companies, but even in a strong market, countless deals fail to perform. We enjoyed speaking with M&A Partners to learn how they help prepare executives to better navigate the market and wanted to share their ideas with our views,” says the Vice President of Programming for Corporate Review, JL Haber.

M&A Partners works with others to form the M&A Leadership Council, which has helped to train business leaders around the globe and in nearly every industry. Their knowledge is critical for companies interested in performing better with their M&A deals.

Those interested in learning more about what M&A Partners has to offer those interested in the industry should watch this latest episode of Corporate Review. Tune in to watch the M&A Partners segment airing Bloomberg Television as sponsored programming on August 16, 2015 at 2:30pm HKT. Check your local listings for airtimes. 

About Corporate Review

Corporate Review is an award winning business and health program that is independently produced by MMP (USA), Inc. The show provides its viewers an in depth opportunity to find solutions to the industry problems from some of the top business leaders from across the world. With more than 5,000 companies participating on over 500 shows, Corporate Review continues to be the premier and targeted outlet for the latest business and health stories. Corporate Review airs on cable networks to over 100 million potential television households.

For specific market-by-market air dates and times, please email Moniqueh@mmpusa.com. For more information, please visit www.corporatereview.tv

Media Contact
Company Name: MMP (USA), Inc.
Contact Person: Susan Waters
Email: swaters@mmpusa.com
Phone: 561-988-9455
Address:999 Yamato Rd.
City: Boca Raton
State: Florida
Country: United States
Website: http://www.bloomberg.com/tv/schedule/asia/

Kingsouq.com, an online retail store that deals in mobile phones, mobile phone accessories and different types of home appliances and cool gadgets, recently started the biggest sale of the year. The owners officially announced that from now on, mobile phones online can be bought at really cool prices. The owners indicated that prospective buyers can just look into different sections of the web store, such as Crazy Offers, New Arrivals or Flash Sales to find the hottest deals on mobile phones.

One of the senior executives of the e-store recently made a brief appearance before the local press and he said that they are now offering all the latest mobile phones including Octa Core phones and other high configuration Smartphones. He also indicated that Kingsouq.com has plans to add more categories and they might add products such as apparels and utensils in the near future. For now, Kingouq.com is an online store that exclusively deals in mobile phones, electronic appliances for home and garden, drones, watches and fashion accessories etc. “If an expansion happens in the near future, we might open a new store with a new name and we might include garments and other things that one might look for online. But for now, Kingsouq.com is a technology store that commit to provide high-end technology products only,” he said to the press.

Online shop Saudi Arabia is an emerging trend in the country. There are many online stores that have opened this year or the last. However, dedicated stores for technology-based products are only a few. Kingouq.com wants to become the true market leader with solid supply chain management and aggressive pricing. The CEO of the company agreed to give a short interview to the local press and he said, “We know the competitive nature of the Saudi Arabia market and we commit to entice our customers with the latest products and with our competitive pricing. We believe we can gradually find a place in the hearts of our customers.”

About the Company

Kingouq.com is an online store that sells mobile phones and other sorts of electronic products.

To know more, visit http://www.kingsouq.com/

Media Contact
Company Name: Kingsouq.com
Email: kingsouq@gmail.com
Phone: 888-527-0509
Country: United Arab Emirates
Website: http://www.kingsouq.com/

Buying and selling property is a major investment of time and resources, but a good estate agent can use their qualifications, skills and experience to help their clients to make wise and productive choices. Avenue Estates is leading the way in making these services more accessible with their huge choice of properties throughout the Bournemouth area.

With their excellent record of customer satisfaction, Avenue Estates offers a bespoke approach to meeting the high expectations of clients. As a boutique agency, they are uniquely placed to offer clients the highest levels of individual attention while still maintaining the contacts and marketing skills found among larger corporate firms.

Avenue Estates takes pride in offering a professional and customer focused service, winning accolades for their innovative marketing tactics. With their honest, friendly and collaborative approach, they are able to secure excellent deals for their clients, meeting the needs of sellers, buyers, tenants and landlords alike.

One of the benefits of being a local business is that Avenue Estates boasts an extensive knowledge of the property market in Winton and the wider Bournemouth area. The professional team can offer tailored advice for those who are looking to buy or rent properties in the region. With many years of experience in the industry, they are also committed to ensuring that all properties are presented to buyers to their best potential.

The company are also delighted to offer a comprehensive landlord service, which can be tailored to meet the needs of the individual client. With a choice of packages including rent collection, Tenant Find service and full management options, Avenue Estates can remove the stress and hassle from property management.

Landlords can find additional information at http://avenue-estates.co.uk/landlord-services/

Company representative Savas Ersahin highlights Avenue Estates’ professional perspective, stating: “Bournemouth is a beautiful residential place that gives a lot of options to people with varied budget. We serve as the connector for our customers, whether they are looking for a rental property or a new one. We have catalogued all forms of properties including city homes, apartments and retirement properties. We commit to continue serving our clients with the same sincerity.”

About Avenue Estates

Avenue Estates is a boutique Bournemouth estate agent firm dedicated to creating a positive and innovative experience of the property market for both buyers and sellers alike.

To get regular updates see the Avenue Estates Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AvenueEstates

More information about specific services from the company can be found at http://avenue-estates.co.uk/

Media Contact
Company Name: Avenue Estates
Contact Person: Savas Ersahin
Email: info@avenue-estates.co.uk
Phone: 01202 512354
Address:485 Wimborne Road
City: Bournemouth
State: Dorset
Country: United Kingdom
Website: http://avenue-estates.co.uk/

Author of Autism and Martial Arts: A Guide for Children, Parents and Teachers, is Dr Sandra Beale-Ellis, a 6th Dan Master in Karate. Beale-Ellis, from Kent, received a clinical diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome just a few years ago, whilst studying part-time at Sheffield Hallam University for a Doctorate in Education specialising in autism. In addition she has overcome childhood cancer, septic and osteoarthritis and resulting multiple surgeries and continues to prove she is capable of whatever goal she sets herself.

Beale-Ellis has over twenty years’ experience of teaching karate to students with and without special needs; fourteen of those specialising in autism. She also lectures and speaks on autism and her personal perspectives of turning adversity around. Additionally she is a qualified dance teacher, and has a work background in business administration and education within further education, the health and prison services and for certification bodies including City and Guilds and OCR.

Autism and Martial Arts: A Guide for Children, Parents and Teachers is her first published book. It is unique in that it has been based in part on her doctoral research completed late in 2013 which explored the learning experiences within sport and physical activities including martial arts, from a wide range of autistic individuals’ perspectives; as well as her own personal experiences as a teacher and as a student.

Beale-Ellis said: “My research and teaching has always been about the autistic individual’s needs and wants and not about the diagnosis or about medical assumptions. Each has their own goals, and I am keen to support them in reaching them as far as possible. My young students are at the heart of my work, and it was important to me that the book’s Foreword be written by the experts: young autistic students who train or have trained in martial arts.”

This revolutionary book offers a start to finish guide for potential autistic students, their parents and for teachers who are or want to teach students with autism.

The book is not about autism theory per se, but is an easy to read informative guide aimed at young autistic individuals who want to take up a martial art, but need to know more. Autistic children and even adults often feel intimidated to join a new activity because they have no idea what to expect. The book is distinctive in that it also offers parent advice, and has a section specifically for martial arts’ teachers who are either new to teaching autistic students or would like to expand their knowledge and skills.

Beale-Ellis is keen to enable more martial arts’ clubs to be inclusive globally.

She said, “Autistic students can benefit from the structure and discipline martial arts clubs offer, but it is essential that teachers know what to expect from their students, so that they can plan their classes to suit everyone while knowing how to accommodate any differences. Learning karate and tai-chi helped me personally to gain more confidence and I want the same for others. The coloured photographs in my book are of my own students, both autistic and non-autistic as inclusivity of training is important for young people to gain insight into differences both inside the class and elsewhere in their lives.”

Beale-Ellis is proud to be on the board of a national martial arts governing body, and knows from her work that many teachers are interested in expanding their student base to be more inclusive but simply don’t know how.

Autism and Martial Arts: A Guide for Children, Parents and Teachers (ISBN 978-0-9933142-0-9) is currently listed on Amazon and an author’s biography as well as a short author video can be viewed online via www.nakmaspublishing.com/autismmartialarts

You can also find out more about Beale-Ellis and her work by visiting her website www.theautisticvoice.co.uk

Media Contact
Company Name: NAKMAS Publishing
Contact Person: Libby Ellison & Joe Ellis
Email: info@nakmaspublishing.com
Phone: 01227 370055, Fax: 01227 370055
City: Herne Bay
State: Kent
Country: United Kingdom
Website: www.nakmaspublishing.com

Monica Carter has a dream and a purpose.

Her dream is to launch her own fashion line, which is taking place as we speak. It’s called Monica Carter Couture.

Her purpose is to empower women. “I want to ensure that women can feel fabulous and awesome, inside and out, no matter what their physical appearance, ethnicity, culture or environment,” says Carter. “A big part of this new clothing line is creating s platform where I can actively be a part of programs that help women achieve their goals.”

Video Link: https://youtu.be/aYbrbp4M_es

Toward that end, she is donating a portion of the proceeds from Monica Carter Couture to shelters for battered women and other women’s organizations.

A licensed real estate professional, Carter is using her corporate experience to develop a business strategy that will enable her new venture to not only succeed, but to make an impact on society as well.

“My real estate background has taught me that most people don’t really know what they want,” she explains. “Some people want what they can’t afford. Others don’t even have a sensible view of the market.

“My job right now is to help them have a vision, of themselves and how they can be fashionable. All women can be stylish and sexy because that really comes from within. I’m just going to help them see that.”

At the present time, the Monica Carter Couture line consists of exclusive elegant tops with a few company logos. The goal is expanding the operation to include couture dresses, shoes and much more. You can contribute now by purchasing her exclusive tops, which would assist her with keep the launch of Monica Carter Couture.

“My motto is ‘Pink on High with a Purpose.’ Pink is my favorite color, ‘on High’ is my Christian faith and ‘with a Purpose’ is empowering women.”

For additional information, visit the Monica Carter Couture website, www.monicacartercouture.com; Facebook, www.facebook.com/MonicaCarterCouture?ref=bookmarks, Twitter, twitter.com/MCarterCouture and Instagram, instagram.com/mcartercouture/

Monica Carter can be reached directly at monica@monicacartercouture.com

Monica Carter Couture – Main Logo

Monica Carter Couture – Product Print Sample

Media Contact
Company Name: Monica Carter Couture
Contact Person: Monica Carter
Email: monica@monicacartercouture.com
Phone: 310-920-7910
City: Los Angeles
State: CA
Country: United States
Website: http://www.monicacartercouture.com