BIRMINGHAM, Mich., May 17, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), a national wholesale mortgage lender operating in 47 states, announced that it launched a new product, dubbed ELITE, that offers the best conventional rates and pricing in the industry. Recognized industry-wide for first-class customer service, UWM is pleased to provide their signature service combined with the most aggressive rates and pricing in the industry for elite borrowers. ELITE aims to reward UWM brokers that consistently work with borrowers of the highest quality, who expect the best in service and price.

“We’re excited to offer ELITE to our valued broker community in order to exceed the expectations of their elite borrowers,” said Mat Ishbia, president of UWM. “These types of borrowers deserve preferred conventional rates and pricing, and since every UWM program is accompanied by our world-class customer service, ELITE offers the best of both worlds. Our brokers’ first-rate borrowers shouldn’t settle for anything less. Brokers are confident in knowing that UWM can accommodate their every lending need while providing the easiest loan process available.”

Recently, UWM launched a number of new products, which include: “The Big and Easy,” a true jumbo loan on up to $2.5 Million; the HARP 2.0 changes; the implementation of HARP 2.0 with up to 175 percent LTV/Unlimited CLTV with DU(R); USDA loans; and now ELITE.

All of UWM’s products and pricing are available within its custom broker portal, EASE (Easiest Application System Ever), which offers a number of Web-based tools for originators. EASE is integrated with EQ (Easy Qualifier), UWM’s proprietary eligibility and pricing engine that instantly returns accurate decisions on up to twelve programs at once with the click of a mouse.

Loans that qualify for UWM’s ELITE program include:
* A 760+ FICO;
* A 70 LTV or less;
* $250k plus loan amount;
* Acceptance of property inspection waivers;
* Continued honoring of Fannie’s DU(R) findings.

Interested parties can learn more about UWM’s ELITE program by contacting the company at 800-981-8898 or by visiting http://www.uwm.com .

About United Wholesale Mortgage:
Headquartered in Birmingham, Michigan, United Wholesale Mortgage underwrites and provides closing documentation for residential mortgage loans originated by mortgage brokers, banks, credit unions and correspondents. UWM provides unparalleled service with its deep understanding of the mortgage process using its talented team of account executives, underwriters, closers and funders, who have years of experience with intricate knowledge in wholesale. UWM’s positive teamwork and dedication to exceptional customer service has resulted in continued success and growth that has spawned expansion. For more information, visit www.uwm.com or call 800-981-8898.

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949.378.9685
jbowerbank@profunditymarketing.com.

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TORONTO, Ontario, May 17, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Equation Technologies (www.equationtech.com) announced today that it has been named to the 2012 BSI Top 100 VARs. This annual ranking of midmarket reselling firms is based on annual revenues.

“We are very pleased and honored to be among the excellent firms included on the 2012 BSI Top 100 VARs,” said Equation Technologies President Pat Wade.

A long-time reseller of Sage and Deltek software solutions, Equation Technologies added cloud-based solutions from Intacct and Avectra to its product portfolio in 2011 to provide accounting and member management solutions for customers wanting Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) subscriptions.

Equation Technologies provides small to medium-size businesses and not-for-profit organizations with software systems designed to enhance their mission and objectives.

For Equation Technologies, it has been a year of investment. In order to offer customers a choice in technology and to respond to the growing demand for cloud-based solutions, Equation added Avectra’s Social CRM solution and Intaact’s financial management and accounting system to its product offerings. Avectra and Intacct, along with Sage and Deltek solutions, provide a strong and diverse portfolio allowing Equation to meet the particular needs of its clients.

“We are passionate about helping people and organizations achieve success,” said Wade. “By providing a choice in technology, our clients can take advantage of the best solution for their challenges in order to transform, improve and simplify their business operations.”

Equation Technologies has been a leader in the implementation of ERP technology, systems integration and advanced custom development since 1985. Partnerships with proven technology leaders including Avectra, Intacct, Sage and Deltek allow Equation to help clients effectively manage finances, projects, people, constituent relationships, and assets.

The company has received a variety of awards including Sage President’s Circle, Accounting Today magazine’s “Technology Pacesetter,” and the Sage Customer Excellence Award for its high level of client satisfaction.

More information: http://www.equationtech.com .

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HOUSTON, Texas, May 17, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Whiteflash Inc., specialists in Ideal Diamonds and Fine Bridal Jewelry, announced today that it has been selected the 2012 Pinnacle Award Winner by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for the retail jewelry category in Houston, Texas. This award recognizes Whiteflash as the top retail jeweler in the fourth largest city in America.

Businesses were judged by a panel of experts on many different measures of excellence including best practices in providing clear and complete information about their products and services, assurance policies, innovation in adding value to the marketplace, and above all customer satisfaction.

Bryan Boyne, Vice President of Whiteflash who spearheaded the effort on the part of the company, had this to say about the honor: “Being in the diamond engagement ring business the saying that comes to mind is ‘always the bridesmaid, never the bride.’ We have taken home the Winner of Distinction award for many years, but this is the first time we have been awarded the big prize- the Pinnacle. It is humbling to have been recognized for top honors amongst so many fine jewelers in our great city.”

Whiteflash Chief Operation Officer, Eliezer Eber, was enthusiastic in his comments about the award: “We are especially proud of this honor and feel it is a validation of our commitment to the pursuit of excellence and our dedication to constant improvement. Initiatives like our certification for ISO 9000 and our investment in employee education, which has resulted in numerous team members achieving AJP certification through GIA, have really put us in position to lead our industry.”

CEO Debra Wexler offered this view about the accomplishment: “I am thrilled for our entire team that we have been honored by the BBB with the Pinnacle Award. It takes a total team effort to execute on our mission to deliver a brilliant experience to each and every one of our outstanding customers. It is so satisfying to know that our staff can see all their efforts and dedication pay off in recognition of this magnitude.”

Whiteflash wishes to thank the friendly staff at the Houston BBB for helping making our business community a vibrant one. We also wish to congratulate all 2012 BBB Winners of Distinction. We know that winning that award is a testament to the value that they each add, and that healthy competition is great for the consumer as well as for the further development of the businesses themselves.

About Whiteflash:
Whiteflash is a full scale manufacturing jeweler specializing in Ideal Diamonds, Engagement Rings and Fine Bridal Jewelry. Their A CUT ABOVE

AUSTIN, Texas, May 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — 360 Mortgage Group, a privately owned wholesale mortgage banker, officially began accepting applications for HARP 2.0 loans on Monday, March 19, 2012, specifically serving challenged and underwater borrowers. Subsequently, 360 has experienced a significant increase in loan volume, resulting in the largest active pipeline since the company’s 2007 founding.

Borrowers whose application date was listed after December 1, 2011 are eligible to take part in 360 Mortgage Group’s participation with HARP 2.0. Additionally, all EA-I, II, III, and occupancy loans are HARP-eligible with unlimited LTV and CLTVs with AU Approval. 360 is also accepting existing MI transfers and no appraisals will be required on loans receiving a Property Fieldwork Waiver. There is no limit to the number of financed properties owned by a borrower that can be considered HARP-eligible and no minimum FICO is required.

Since first accepting HARP 2.0 applications, 360 Mortgage Group’s active loan pipeline has increased by almost 700 percent and 360 expects customer participation with HARP only to increase in the coming months. As a result of its increased loan activity, 360 is adding staff.

“We’re focused on making quality hires as rapidly as possible, adding expert staff to meet the daily increasing demand both for HARP and all other loan types,” said Mark Greco, President of 360 Mortgage Group.

“360 has truly embraced the spirit of HARP 2.0,” Greco said. “If homeowners have made their payments without fail throughout the past four years during an economic crisis, then they are going to continue to make those payments now. These homeowners see their home as just that – a home – and not just an investment. These are the people that Fannie and Freddie are seeking to help right now, and so is 360.”

If you are interested in contacting 360 Mortgage Group about HARP 2.0 then visit 360′s website at https://www.360mtg.com or contact the following individuals:

Regional Contacts:

West:
Greg Fullmer, Regional Production Manager of the Western Region, at (303) 809-8210 or gfullmer@360mtg.com.

Southeast and Mid-Atlantic:
Brad Smith, Regional Production Manager of the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic Region, at (813) 397-3979 or bsmith@360mtg.com.

National Accounts:
Scott Stavinoha, Inside Sales Manager (866) 418-2997 or sstavinoha@360mtg.com.

About 360 Mortgage Group, LLC:
Established in 2007, 360 Mortgage Group LLC is a privately owned mortgage bank that has successfully utilized its high-technology platform to provide better communication and customer service to business partners. An approved Fannie Mae seller/servicer, 360 Mortgage Group is headquartered in Austin, Texas and services more than 25 states across the United States.

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ATLANTA, Ga., May 15, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ryan Kocher has joined CMI, a full-service marketing research company, as vice president of analytics. Kocher will lead CMI’s analytical sciences team, where he will oversee all of CMI’s analytic service processes and offerings, and guides development of new solutions to help clients understand the decisions their customers make and why.

“We are excited to have Ryan leading our analytics team,” said Chet Zalesky, president and CEO of CMI. “Ryan has an amazing ability to make numbers and models come to life to drive change in organizations. He answers clients’ important business questions in ways that business people can understand.”

Kocher specializes in using analytical approaches and models to guide strategic decisions, providing much more than simply “the numbers” to get to the implications and recommendations for what clients can do next, and forecasts for how the marketplace will react. He has extensive expertise in survey design, data quality control, statistical modeling, and analytic techniques across a wide variety of advanced statistical techniques

Throughout his career, Kocher has served in client-facing roles with responsibility for client service and client development. Kocher spent the last five years at lpsos Chicago where he was director of marketing sciences. There he managed employees in the Chicago, New York, Cincinnati and Brazil offices. Prior to joining Ipsos, Kocher was an account manager at Millward Brown and a research analyst for United Parcel Service. Kocher holds a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in statistics from the Tabor School of Business at Millikin University. His office will be based in Chicago.

About CMI:
CMI is a full-service marketing research company that combines comprehensive market research expertise with marketing insight to provide clients with a deep understanding of their customers by identifying the choices they make and why. Since 1989, CMI has delivered unique solutions to uncover opportunities, optimize marketing strategies, and improve performance for clients in consumer and B2B markets.

CMI’s experienced team of market research consultants leverages a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods and technologies to translate research into insights and insights into actions. CMI serves primarily Fortune 1000 clients. For more information about CMI, visit http://www.cmiresearch.com .

* Photo Caption: Ryan Kocher to Lead CMI’s Analytics Team.

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RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 11, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today, Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) relocated its Inland Empire office to 11860 Pierce Street Suite 100, Riverside, CA 92505. “We’ve seen a very healthy growth of clients located in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties,” said Donny Disbro, Chief Executive Officer at PCM. “Our Inland Empire Management team now has the space and location to meet the needs of the growing number of communities we serve in the region.” PCM recently added to its client list, Tuscany Hills, a master-planned community of 1,148 single-family homes located in Lake Elsinore, California. In February, PCM was selected by Brookfield Residential to manage the Audie Murphy Ranch Community Association, a new master-planned community located in Menifee, California with 2,300 homes projected at build-out. Vice President Alisa Toalson will continue to lead the Inland Empire Region for PCM. “This is an exciting time for our company,” Toalson said. “Our commitment to providing excellent customer service has put us in a very good position to ride the wave of recovery as the market picks up.” PCM celebrated its 40th anniversary this year. About Professional Community Management of California: Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM), an Associa company, specializes in the management of Common Interest Developments of homeowner associations for family oriented master-planned developments, resort-style master-planned communities, active-adult master-planned communities, condominium associations and boutique communities throughout Southern California and Southern Nevada. With headquarters in Lake Forest, Calif., PCM and its companies employ a staff of more than 1,500 people. PCM has offices in serving all of Southern California and Southern Nevada and is recognized by the Multi Housing Council as one of the county’s largest managers of common interest developments. Management services by PCM are backed by state-of-the art Internet technology and comprehensive financial and management systems. For additional information, please contact PCM at 800.369.7260 or at http://www.pcminternet.com. About Associa: Building successful communities for more than 30 years, Associa is North America’s largest community association management firm and serves its clients with local knowledge, national resources and comprehensive expertise. Based in Dallas, Associa and its 8,000 employees operate more than 150 branch offices in the United States, Mexico and Canada. To learn more about Associa and its charitable organization, Associa Cares, go to www.associaonline.com and www.associacares.com. Find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and watch us on YouTube. News Source: Professional Community Management of California, Inc. :: This press release was issued on behalf of the news source by Send2Press

SILVERDALE, Wash., May 10, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Squarerigger Software’s SQ.7™ Fleet Maintenance System, Revolution

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., May 10, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board invites dislocated workers, veterans and county residents 18 years and older who want to launch their own Internet or service-based business to enroll in an entrepreneur training program. The board will fund training for 60 participants and the deadline to enroll is May 18, 2012. “Entrepreneurship is a viable career alternative for dislocated workers,” said Sandy Harmsen, Executive Director of the San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board. “According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, small businesses produced the largest amount of employment in 2010, generating 72.1 percent of net new positions.” The Workforce Investment Board is partnering with Empact (www.iempact.com) to provide the training necessary to start a business with little start-up capital. Attendees will learn how to develop their business inexpensively while creating enough profit to earn a living wage. The training requires a one-year commitment. Each participant will receive a full-day of training followed by weekly trainings for the first month, and monthly virtual trainings for the remainder of the year. Each participant will be assigned a mentor to support them throughout the program. “Entrepreneurship is vital to San Bernardino County’s economic growth and prosperity,” said Josie Gonzales, San Bernardino County Chair and Fifth District Supervisor. “I encourage residents who are thinking of starting their own businesses to take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn proven, real life tools shared by successful entrepreneurs.” To apply, San Bernardino County residents may visit one of the three Employment Resource Centers to take the assessment. To find the nearest location, please visit www.sbcstartup.com or call (800) 451-JOBS. About the Workforce Investment Board of San Bernardino County: The Workforce Investment Board of San Bernardino County is comprised of private business representatives and public partners appointed by the County Board of Supervisors. The Board strives to strengthen the skills of the County’s workforce through partnerships with business, education and community-based organizations. The Workforce Investment Board, through the County’s Economic Development Agency and Department of Workforce Development, operates the County’s Employment Resource Centers (ERCs) and Business Resource Centers (BRCs). The ERCs provide individuals with job training, placement and the tools to strengthen their skills to achieve a higher quality of life. The BRCs support and provide services to the County’s businesses including employee recruitment. News Source: San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board :: This press release was issued on behalf of the news source by Send2Press

MANASQUAN, N.J., May 9, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Peter Grandich, market commentator and editor of the internationally-followed “Grandich Letter” at www.Grandich.com, posted a strong warning to readers today about the United States’ grave financial condition, predicting a dire fiscal picture for our children and grandchildren.

In the forecast, which coincides with his daughter’s twentieth birthday, Grandich says, “The greatest blessing in my life, my daughter Tara, is 20 years old today. While witnessing her birth through today has brought only joy, during this period I’ve also watched my country spiral downward economically, socially and spiritually. Both sides of the political aisle are responsible, and nowhere is that more true than in the grave financial condition we find ourselves in as a nation.”

He states, “I have no cabins in West Virginia nor dry food to sell…and I can assure you that what I’m about to state is not good for business. My wonderful daughter, and the sons and daughters (and grandchildren, too) of those who read this, are going to pay an enormous price for decades of over indulgences and total mismanagement by government and individuals. Better days for these generations cannot and will not be possible without severe economic and social pain.”

Grandich predicts, “What we have witnessed in Greece and elsewhere is coming to the shores of America…make no mistake about it, the die has been cast and all the political rhetoric and rare actual good political deeds can’t prevent the inevitable.”

He adds, “The fact is America is bankrupt financially (and well on its way to socially, politically and spiritually, if not there already). The saddest point of this fact is virtually all Americans either don’t grasp it or if they do, hope it’s only a bad dream and they shall wake up and all shall be well again. While there have been a few brave politicians who have been willing to tell it like it is and even fewer Wall Street types, the ignorance of the nation is not surprising when you look at how other people in countries now already well into the nightmare also lived in denial.”

He references what he calls “class warfare” that he sees coming to the U.S., which will pit the 55-and-over generation against younger citizens.

He also notes the importance of how we are quickly approaching a time when over 50 percent of all Americans will be working for the government, so making any great sweeping changes will be nearly impossible.

Finally, he tells what he sees as the poster child for America’s addiction to excess: self-storage facilities.

“There’s no quick fix but I can tell you we’ll know we’re finally on the right road to recovery when we see public storage facilities closing versus opening everywhere we go,” Grandich says.

He sums up his calamitous conjecture with the statement, “America’s only real hope is to do what our Founding Fathers did and return Almighty God back to His rightful place as the true leader of this once great country. No other solution is doable.”

To read Grandich’s complete commentary, go to http://www.Grandich.com .

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 8, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today a Federal court denied the appeal of Leader Technologies in the Leader v. Facebook patent infringement case. “This is suspiciously convenient timing for Facebook, coming hours after the Facebook roadshow commenced in New York,” said CEO Mike McKibben, referring to Facebook’s IPO kickoff yesterday. According to McKibben, a lower court held that Facebook violated Leader’s patent on 11 of 11 claims, but then invalidated Leader’s patent by finding that Leader had tried to sell its technology too soon (“on-sale bar,” in legal parlance.) “Leader asked the Federal Circuit to overrule this verdict, because the company’s patent interests were protected by a ‘no-reliance’ agreement that negated any possibility of making offers before we had signed contracts,” said McKibben. “But the court ignored these agreements, accepted Facebook-doctored evidence, and misquoted my testimony to justify their decision.” “We are extremely disappointed,” McKibben added. “The appeals process is supposed to correct legal errors by juries, not simply root around for new evidence to justify not overturning a jury that was fooled by Facebook tricks.” McKibben may appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. “We firmly believe that the jury erred in their one finding against Leader,” he says. “Facebook is using our invention, as the jury agreed, without our permission. This court just condoned hacking of intellectual property and fabrication of evidence as acceptable business practices.” The case is Leader Technologies Inc. v. Facebook Inc., 2011-1366, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (Washington). The lower court case is Leader Technologies Inc. v. Facebook Inc., 08-cv-862, U.S. District Court, District of Delaware (Wilmington). More information about Leader: http://www.leader.com . News Source: Leader Technologies Incorporated :: This press release was issued on behalf of the news source by Send2Press