Vice Capital Markets: Favorable Market Conditions Provide Impetus for Mortgage Lenders to Explore Custom Ginnie Mae Pools
NOVI, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ — Vice Capital Markets President Troy Baars today urged lenders to explore custom Ginnie Mae pools as part of their overall execution strategy in light of recent increases in Ginnie Mae security volume, along with renewed investor interest in custom pools.
Legacy Global Development Shares Its Top Reasons to Invest in a Beachfront Vacation Condo
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Legacy Global Development, the developer of the luxurious Orchid Bay, Belize community, shares its insider knowledge on why investing in a beachfront condo is a smart investment, in a blog post titled, “Top 4 Reasons to Invest in a Beachfront Condo.”
How Intermountain Healthcare Is Making Care More Affordable
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ — Making healthcare more affordable for the people it serves is a top priority for Intermountain Healthcare. That’s what Intermountain CEO Marc Harrison, MD, said at meetings held this summer with managers from across the Salt Lake City-based health system.
‘Bipolar Is Not An STD’: Live Lecture and Fundraiser Coordinates with the International Bipolar Foundation in San Diego
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Dr. Lauren Goodall, Psychologist, is kicking off her book tour in San Diego, Calif. She is very pleased to announce coordinating with the International Bipolar Foundation, for an upcoming seminar on her newly released book, “Bipolar is not An STD” (ISBN: 978-1089401506).
New Tools from SimpleNexus Help Mortgage Lenders Build Stronger Relationships with Borrowers’ Real Estate Agents
LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ — SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan originators and borrowers, today announced the availability of a suite of tools designed to help originators build stronger relationships with their borrowers’ real estate agents and convert more prospects into mutual customers.
My Sports Vote Launches New App and Website
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ — Since yelling at the TV just doesn’t cut it, My Sports Vote has launched a new app for enthusiastic sports fans. It allows users to have their voices heard through votes and opinions, which are shared with teams and league offices.
Westerly Becomes First Municipality in Rhode Island to Adopt E-recording
PROVO, Utah /ScoopCloud/ — Simplifile, a leading provider of real estate document collaboration and recording technologies for lenders, settlement agents, and counties, today announced that the Town of Westerly has joined Simplifile’s e-recording network following the July 1 passage of a law authorizing e-recording statewide in Rhode Island.
Mid America Mortgage Promotes Michael Cooksey to Executive Managing Director of Production
ADDISON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) announced today that it has promoted Michael Cooksey, founder of Mid America’s most successful branch The Cooksey Team, to Executive Managing Director of Production. In this new role, Cooksey will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the success of Mid America’s current network of retail branches nationwide, as well as recruiting and on-boarding new branches.
Founders of RBS Re Join EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants as Part of Growing EPIC Reinsurance Unit
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today the additions of Alex Soria, Tony Rodriguez, Randy Baker and Ken Knopp, a well-known and highly regarded team of Healthcare Reinsurance specialists, who spent nearly 20 years together as RBS Re and more recently as Cardinal Point, LLC (a South Miami based firm).
Arizona Department of Housing Congratulates the Recipients of the 2019 Brian Mickelsen Housing Hero Awards
PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ — Arizona Department of Housing presented the 2019 Brian Mickelsen Housing Hero Awards at a recognition ceremony in Scottsdale on August 21. The ceremony was held in conjunction with the 16th Annual Arizona Housing Forum; the premier industry event for housing and community development professionals in the state.
Spodak Dental Group Offers Minimally-Invasive Laser Treatment for Gum Disease
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Spodak Dental Group now offers a patient-friendly outpatient treatment for gum disease, the LANAP(R) protocol. Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that support the teeth, and impacts more than 50% of American adults. The LANAP(R) protocol is the only FDA-cleared laser treatment proven to regenerate bone loss to gum disease without cutting or stitching of the gums.
The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Two New Board Members, Enjoys Record Attendance at Summer Conference
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the mortgage industry’s only independent cooperative, today announced the addition of Kate deKay and Allison Johnston to their prestigious board of directors. Johnston and deKay were voted in Sunday, August 18, 2019, during the Lender Co-op board meeting, which took place in Nashville, Tennessee during TMC’s summer conference.
Lemme, a division of EPIC, Welcomes Owen Bailitz to Professional Services Firms Practice
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — Lemme, a division of EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, announce today the addition of Owen Bailitz as a Principal within the firm’s Professional Services Firms Practice. He will be based in Lemme’s Arlington Heights, Illinois offices.
Asia America Symphony Association Announces Name Change from Asia America Youth Symphony to ‘Pacific Vision Youth Symphony’
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — The Asia America Symphony Association announces a new name for their multi-talented youth orchestra to the Pacific Vision Youth Symphony (PVYS). The name change reflects the organization’s grass roots (originally founded as the Japan America Symphony Orchestra) and ever-growing diversity among its members.
Light Hustle Publishes Book on Franchising by First Time Author Tim Conn
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Light Hustle Publishing, the imprint helmed by New York Times bestselling author Anna David, has released its first business book: “No New Ideas: Everything You Need to Know About Starting a Successful Franchise” (ISBN: 978-1733853231), a step-by-step guide to franchising written by Certified Franchise Expert (CFE) Tim Conn.
Influencer Photographer Reveals Top 10 Spots for Instagram Photos in NYC
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Ever wondered who’s behind the camera when scrolling through influencers’ Instagram feeds? Victoria Brewood, owner of InfluencerPhotographer.com, makes a living taking photographs for influencers, bloggers and tourists who are in need of Insta-worthy photos in The Big Apple. Today she reveals her most popular locations for Instagram photos in New York City.
JenCap Holdings LLC to Acquire Aran Insurance Services Group, a Specialty Insurance Business
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — JenCap Holdings (JenCap), a specialty insurance business, announced today that it has agreed to acquire privately-held Aran Insurance Services Group (Aran), a specialty program administrator with offices in Arizona, Colorado, Massachusetts and New York. Founded in 2009, Aran has been led by Tim Kenny and John LaCava who have built one of the leading program administration insurance platforms in the country.
Lynne B. Wilson Announces an Unrivalled Private 17,000+ Sq. Ft. Lake Arrowhead Masterpiece
LAKE ARROWHEAD, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Lynne B. Wilson and Associates has announced a masterpiece Lake Arrowhead residence offered for $11.75 Million. The luxury English countryside lifestyle you’ve longed for is now within easy reach. Nestled in the highly acclaimed Mountain Resort within San Bernardino, California, this exquisite lakefront home will have you believe you’ve stepped straight onto the grounds of a majestic United Kingdom manor.
When it to Comes Mental Health Support for Teens, Schools Need to do More Connecting with Their Students – Enter the FeelSpace App
FULLERTON, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — “Depression, isolation, bullying, anxiety, substance abuse, suicides, and school shootings are more prevalent today than ever before,” said FeelSpace App creators, father and son co-founders, Aftab Jiwani and Amaan Jiwani, from FeelU, Inc.
World’s First Tudorcon for Tudor History Lovers in Manheim PA – Tickets Available Now
MANHEIM, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Tudor history lovers from around the country will congregate in Manheim, Pennsylvania for three days of feasting, lectures from leading historians, music, and entertainment in the world’s first Tudorcon from October 18-20, 2019. Conceived by Heather Teysko, creator of the Renaissance English History Podcast, the event aims to build community in the Tudor world while providing education, fun, and new friendships.
Certified Test-Only Illinois Mold Inspector Provides Unbiased Property Mold Analysis
NAPERVILLE, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — Just the thought of a mold problem can set most people into a panic. Know Mold(tm), a BBB-accredited mold spore analyst, works to alleviate that anxiety. Its lab, Midwest Aerobiology Labs, is a test-only facility and has nothing to gain by finding mold on a property. It only works to test and provide practical and easy solutions, if needed.
Uncle John’s Pride Offers Links to Greatness
TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Not only does Uncle John’s Pride specialize in producing a variety of award-winning, premium smoked sausages and other meats, they also fan the flames of philanthropy, sharing a culture of giving back to the communities it serves.
Capacity LLC Launches New Online Client Portal for Improved Fulfillment Tracking and Reporting
NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ — Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and EDI solutions, has launched a revitalized online portal to serve its clients. Capacity’s new client portal gives managers instant access to the data they need to make crucial decisions and act on customer concerns in a timely manner
Everything You Need to Know About Spotted Lanternfly
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Giroud Tree and Lawn explains what Spotted Lanternfly is, how they harm trees and properties, and how to get rid of them. Spotted Lanternfly have been seen all over Philadelphia, Bucks and Montgomery Counties in 2019.
CyberTexas Foundation will host 2019 San Antonio Cyber Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony
SAN ANTONIO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — The CyberTexas Foundation will host the 2019 San Antonio Cyber Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 5 p.m. at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) Downtown Campus, Buena Vista Building. The Hall of Honor recognizes cyber pioneers who innovatively forged new paths across the city of San Antonio, the state of Texas, the nation and abroad.
Texas Systems Group Named to List of 501 Top IT Managed Service Providers in the World
AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — Texas Systems Group (TXSG) has earned a coveted slot on Channel Futures’ list of the top 501 IT managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide. Channel Futures issued a statement about this year’s list saying, “The competition was fierce, but their commitment to taking risks on strategic business decisions, dedication to customer support and intuitive knowledge of the managed services market helped these companies rise above the competition.”
Current Builders In-house Training Program Transforms Hourly Laborers into Superintendents
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — The national labor shortage is hitting the construction industry with an especially hard punch, but South Florida’s Current Builders has developed a transformative program to help alleviate the crisis. CB University is a free, bilingual, in-house program that educates motivated workers who want to advance to the next level.
Inc. Magazine Names LBA Ware to the 2019 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies
MACON, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ — Inc. magazine yesterday revealed that LBA Ware(TM), provider of the leading automated compensation and sales performance management platform for mortgage lenders, is ranked 3,466 on the magazine’s annual Inc. 5000 list. The Inc. 5000 list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.
Louisiana Appleseed to Host Household Debt Community Forum in Shreveport
NEW ORLEANS, La. /ScoopCloud/ — Louisiana Appleseed recently released its report, “A Vicious Cycle: How Predatory Lending and Court Fines & Fees Continue to Trap Communities of Color in Debt,” which discusses its findings on financial stability in low-income and communities of color. As a part of a statewide tour to inform communities of these issues, Louisiana Appleseed is now taking these findings to Shreveport.
EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants Recognized as a 2019 ‘Best Place to Work’ in Dallas
DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has been recognized by their team members in Dallas as one of the 2019 Best Places to Work in North Texas in a survey conducted annually by the Dallas Business Journal.
GPRS Locates and Acquires Master Locators – Becoming One of the Largest Privately Held Utility Locating Companies in the United States
TOLEDO, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ — Ground Penetrating Radar Systems, LLC (“GPRS”), has acquired Master Locators utility locating business (“Master Locators”), a leading provider of private utility locating, concrete scanning, vacuum excavation, SUE and video pipe inspection services.
Top 5 Reasons Not to Miss CyberTexas 2019
SAN ANTONIO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — Cybersecurity leaders are set to convene at the annual CyberTexas conference, cyber job fair and Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony in San Antonio, August 20 and 21, 2019, produced by the CyberTexas Foundation.
DocMagic and INTEGRA Software Systems Form Strategic Alliance
TORRANCE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — DocMagic, Inc., the premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, regulatory compliance and comprehensive eMortgage services, announced that INTEGRA Software Systems (INTEGRA) will offer the company’s document preparation solution to their client base via an integration with INTEGRA’s new LOS, EPIC.
Lost Heritage Rye Grain Becomes New PA Whiskey – 2019 Phila. Whiskey Event Promotes Collaboration Between Farmer and Distiller
LITITZ, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — For the first time in decades, the long-lost heritage grain, Rosen rye, will be distilled into rye whiskey in Pennsylvania! “The last man to distill Rosen rye into whiskey at Michter’s Distillery in Schaefferstown, Pa. will be the first to distill it here again,” said Laura Fields, founder of the American Whiskey Convention and CEO of the non-profit, The Delaware Valley Fields Foundation.
The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Get Credit Healthy to Preferred Partner Network
SUNRISE, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Fintech company, Get Credit Healthy (a subsidiary of Beta Music Group Inc. OTC PINK: BEMG) has been added to the Preferred Partner network of The Mortgage Collaborative (“TMC”). Get Credit Healthy will offer TMC members access to resources designed to reduce loan fallout and leverage data.