Ascend Federal Credit Union Automates its Residential Mortgage Lending Business with OpenClose’s LenderAssist LOS and DecisionAssist PPE
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — OpenClose, an industry-leading multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage fintech provider, announced that Ascend Federal Credit Union (Ascend) is leveraging its LenderAssist(TM) LOS platform and DecisionAssist(TM) product and pricing engine (PPE). OpenClose’s completely browser-based solution has delivered additional efficiencies and heightened service levels for the credit union’s growing mortgage lending division.
Ready for Next Tax Season? New TaxBird App Designed for People with Homes in More than One State
NAPLES, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — With this year’s tax season in the rear-view mirror, there’s no better time to start prepping for the next round. TaxBird – a new tax app developed by ware2now, LLC – helps people with homes in more than one state ensure they don’t exceed their residency threshold. It’s useful to tax professionals and estate planners too.
New South Florida Limo Business Does Things Differently
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — FL Limoride is a new, yet experienced, limo service covering Fort Lauderdale and the South Florida area – offering bespoke service packages. This combination of a new business model with experienced chauffeurs makes it one to watch and a quickly expanding and growing business.
Luna Wear Releases World’s First Illuminating Athletic Apparel Line
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Luna Wear, a fashion technology startup based out of Miami Florida, has released the world’s first ever machine washable and dryable, fashionable, illuminating athletic apparel line. Luna Wear was born out of Founder and CEO’s Richie Luna’s near tragic encounter with an oncoming driver while running one night on a dark and lonely road.
Sparktacular FX Machines Reveals New Line of Cold Spark Technology Products, Prepares to Revolutionize the Entertainment Industry
PALM BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Palm Beach-based pyrotechnics company Sparktacular FX Machines today announced three new Cold Spark Technology (CST) pyrotechnic simulators scheduled to drop in early June. Sparktacular FX Machines produce their own equipment and have set the industry standard for CST.
Miami Mold Specialists Upgrades Attic and Crawlspace Mold Removal Technologies
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Prestigious South Florida Mold Removal Co., Miami Mold Specialists, Acquires State of the Art Fogger Tech. Specifically Designed for Attic, Crawlspace, and Maritime Mold Remediation and Disinfecting.
PitBullTax Software Launches PitBullTax University and Announces Its First User Conference
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — PitBullTax, The Leading IRS Tax Resolution Software provider for CPAs, Enrolled Agents and Tax Attorneys received accreditation to be a Continuing Education Provider for tax professionals who are involved in IRS tax resolution and for those who plan to practice in this lucrative specialty. This is yet another milestone in a long history of accomplishments for PitBullTax, and another example of how this company maintains its dominant position in the tax resolution arena.
Attorneys from Shapiro Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh Attended The FJA’s Workhorse Seminar
ORLANDO, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Several Managing Partners from the personal injury law firm Shapiro Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh participated in the Florida Justice Association’s Workhorse CLE Seminar and Networking Event. Held at the Marriott World Center in Orlando, the four day event hosted dozens of seminars on a wide variety of topics including damages from personal injury and wrongful death cases.
Jallo Oil Distributors’ President is Major Benefactor for Soon to Be Released Documentary on Christian Persecution
TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Patrick Carberry, founder Joshuacord, Inc., has teamed up with In Altum Productions, film director Jordan Allott, and Paul Jallo, president, Jallo Oil Distributors, to produce a much-needed documentary that addresses the plight of Christian persecution in the Middle East and Africa. Joshuacord is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization developed to help people persecuted for their Christian faith.
Entertainment Line-Up: Jaded Aerosmith and Deep Fried Funk Join the Dania Beach Arts and Seafood 6th Annual Celebration
DANIA BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Tribute band Jaded Aerosmith will light up the stage on Saturday, May 19 followed by a captivating performance by R&B band Deep Fried Funk on Sunday, May 20 at the 6th Annual Dania Beach Arts and Seafood Celebration. The 2018 lineup features an electrifying cast of performers and a diverse range of acts, including Classic Rock Therapy, Whipping Post and Latin group Catabella to name a few.
Mortgage Technology Industry Veteran Tom Rice Joins OpenClose as Vice President Enterprise Account Executive
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — OpenClose, an industry-leading multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage fintech provider, announced that long-time industry veteran Tom Rice has joined its growing sales team. Mr. Rice has experience with multiple LOS platforms as well as other enterprise-class mortgage technology solutions. He will be responsible for covering the West Coast territory.
RMA’s Kevin Crowder on What Cities Need to Know Before They Seek a P3
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Kevin Crowder was in great demand at the recent Florida Council for Public Private Partnership (P3) conference in Orlando. As the Economic Development Director for RMA – Redevelopment Management Associates he has successfully guided many cities through the complicated P3 process. During the conference, he shared how cities can avoid some of the biggest P3 pitfalls and emulate the most successful P3 projects.
Life-preserving tax tips, quips and advice series, book one from Jeffrey Schneider, is now available in a Kindle Edition
STUART, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — SFS Tax Problem Solutions Press announces the release of the eBook and Kindle Edition of “Now What? I Got a Tax Notice from the IRS. Help!” (B079XWL8P9) by Jeffrey Schneider. “Now What?” is also available in paperback (ISBN: 978-0692997154) and will be published in an audiobook version in June 2018.
C Diff Foundation Presents Award to CutisPharma in Recognition of Contribution to C. diff. Community
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — The C Diff Foundation today announced that it presented CutisPharma, Inc., its “Making a Difference” award as a special recognition of the significant contribution that CutisPharma has made to the C.diff. Community: helping the advancement of C.diff. awareness as well as expanding treatment options for C.diff. patients.
The Treasure Awaits: Children’s Picture Book Based on Real Life Grandfather and Grandson Adventures
TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Who doesn’t love a good buried treasure tale? And this one is even more intriguing because it’s the combined effort of a grandfather and his grandson. Co-authored by Patrick Carberry and his sidekick, 7-year old Christian Patrick, “PaPa and Christian’s Great Adventures: The Treasure Awaits” (ISBN: 978-1483480923), is written in a way that encourages kids to spend quality time with their grandparents.
Miami Mold Specialists Acquires State-of-the-Art Personal Protection and Anti Cross Contamination Equipment
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — High tech South Florida based mold removal company, Miami Mold Specialist, invests into advanced anti-cross contamination and personal protection systems. Cross contamination is one of the biggest unspoken concerns among indoor environmental and mold remediation companies.
RMA’s Kim Briesemeister on How City Leaders Must Plan for Smart Growth Trends
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Kim Briesemeister, co-founder of Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA), recently spoke at the Smart Growth Partnership event in Fort Lauderdale addressing the best ways for city leaders to stay ahead of the trends that are affecting the global economy. The redevelopment expert and author of “Reinventing Your City” stressed the importance of concentrating on the changing retail environment and the growth of smart cities.
National Mortgage Professional Magazine Names OpenClose a 2018 Top Mortgage Employer for the Second Year in a Row
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — OpenClose, an industry-leading multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage fintech provider, announced that was it was again honored as a Top Mortgage Employer by National Mortgage Professional magazine (NMP) for 2018. OpenClose was one of only ten companies to be included in the Services Providers category.
Branding Strategist Loren Weisman Joins the Third Eye Management and Associates Team
NAPLES, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Third Eye Management and Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce that Loren Weisman has joined the Third Eye Team. A branding strategist and keynote speaker, Weisman brings a wealth of information regarding brand development, brand strategy, brand evaluation and brand activation.
The Pap Corps Hosts Inaugural Yacht Hop and Waterside Soiree to Raise Cancer Research Funds
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — The Pap Corps, Champions for Cancer Research is proud to announce that acclaimed movement artist/choreographer Jon Boogz and The Aqualillies will be headlining their “Inaugural Yacht Hop & Waterside Soiree.” The mega night of mega yachts will take place on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at the famed Turnberry Marina and Turnberry Isle Condominium. This nautical night will support The Pap Corps in their mission to raise research funds for all types of cancer at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami.
Brigadier General Donald C. Bolduc, U.S. Army, Retired to be keynote speaker at the 2018 Bark-A-Que
NAPLES, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Guardian Angels is proud to announce that Brigadier General Donald C. Bolduc, United States Army, retired will be the keynote speaker at our Bark-A-Que fundraising event, being held on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at N. Collier Regional Park in Naples, Florida.
Spodak Dental Group Offers The Revolutionary LANAP Protocol to Treat Patients Who Have Periodontal Disease
Spodak Dental Group /ScoopCloud/ — Spodak Dental Group is proud to offer its patients who are suffering from periodontal disease with a new, non-surgical treatment technique. The LANAP protocol is an FDA-cleared laser treatment that offers patients a less painful, more successful treatment alternative to conventional gum surgery because there is no need for cutting or sutures.
Spodak Dental Group’s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Is Available to Treat Patients on Saturdays
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Juan C. Arroyo, Spodak Dental Group’s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, is now seeing patients on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in 2018. While it is unprecedented for dental offices to be open on Saturdays, it is even rarer for the oral surgeon to be available and treat patients. Normally, if a patient was experiencing pain on Friday evening or Saturday, he/she would have to wait to be seen until Monday.
Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Proudly announces the 2018 Bark-A-Que Sponsored by PNC Bank
NAPLES, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce we will be hosting our Annual Bark-A-Que featuring The Ben Allen Band LIVE in concert! The event will be held on March 3, 2018 from 10-2. This fun afternoon event will be held at N. Collier Regional Park and includes an incredible BBQ lunch, amazing silent auction, raffles and a chance to meet & greet with some of our Service Dog teams, to learn what they do, and how they help.
Tax Notice Book ‘Now What? I Got a Tax Notice from the IRS. Help!’ released today by SFS Tax Problem Solutions Press
STUART, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — SFS Tax Problem Solutions Press announces the release of “Now What? I Got a Tax Notice from the IRS. Help!” (ISBN: 978-0692997154) by Jeffrey Schneider. “Now What?” is available nationwide today in paperback. It will be published in an eBook edition in March and an audio book edition in June 2018. Schneider defines and deconstructs the scary and confusing letters in a fashion that mixes attention to detail with humor and an intricate clarification of what-is-what in the world of the IRS.
OpenClose Bolsters Software Integration and Support Teams
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — OpenClose, an industry-leading multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage fintech provider, announced that it has added staff to its integration and customer support departments. The new hires will help enhance OpenClose’s existing software products, facilitate digital mortgage processes, produce fintech-level innovation and provide excellence in customer support. The company also recently added three senior software engineers to its development team.
ARMCO Named a ‘Top 100 Mortgage Employer’ by National Mortgage Professional Magazine for Second Consecutive Year
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of financial quality control and compliance software ACES Audit Technology, announced that was named among National Mortgage Professional (NMP) magazine’s annual Top 100 Mortgage Employers list for 2018. This is the second consecutive year the company has been recognized with this distinction.
RMA Taps New Beer Trends to Combat Urban Blight
VERO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — As the craft brewery trend matures, Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) is advising city leaders on the smartest ways to continuing tapping into the beer industry as a tool for revitalization. In states such as Florida, the full-service economic redevelopment firm, still sees growth potential for craft breweries. In other areas, the firm is guiding cities to develop attraction plans for distilleries, co-op breweries and brewpubs.
Miami Mold Specialists Adds State-of-the-Art ULV Particle Foggers and Heavy Duty Steam Cleaners to HVAC Mold Removal Arsenal
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Eco-friendly mold inspection, mold removal, and indoor environmental service provider in South Florida, Miami Mold Specialists, continues to enhance service offerings, updates HVAC mold removal protocols with new line of high tech equipment.
Will Victims of Irma Also Be Subject to Insurance Policy Renewal Surcharges?
BRADENTON, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Nearly 500,000 residential property owners across the State of Florida have already incurred substantial out-of-pocket expenses due Irma losses because of high hurricane claim deductibles, according to Consumer Insurance Trust LLC (Claim Forward). The standard hurricane deductible across most insurers is usually 2 percent of the dwelling value.
Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Wins 2018 Academy of United States Veterans ‘VETTY’ Award
WILLISTON, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit, located in Williston, Fla. On January 20, 2018 its Founder and CEO, Carol Borden and National Canine Program Director, Nate Burney were at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. to accept the 2018 VETTY Award for outstanding efforts in Veterans Mental Health.
RMA Terminates Contract as Pompano Beach CRA Managers
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) today announced that they have terminated their contract as Managers to the Pompano Beach CRA, a position the firm has held since 2009. Despite the redevelopment agency’s newsworthy success in transforming the city, the firm’s principals, Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown, felt that terminating their contract was their only option due to the hostile environment that has been pervading the CRA meetings over the past few months.
Spodak Dental Group Named On Inc. Magazine’s 36th Annual List Of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies – The Inc. 5000
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Inc. magazine named Spodak Dental Group on its 36th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment – its independent small and midsized businesses. Companies such as Microsoft, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, Zillow, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees of the Inc. 5000.
Critical Loan Defect Rates Increase for Third Consecutive Quarter
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — ACES Risk Management (ARMCO), the leading provider of financial quality control and compliance software ACES Audit Technology(TM), announced the release of the ARMCO Mortgage QC Trends Report for the second quarter of 2017. The ARMCO Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report is based on nationwide post-closing quality control loan data from over 90,000 loans selected for random full-file reviews.
RMA’s Redevelopment Plan for Naranja Lakes CRA Approved by Miami-Dade County Commissioners
MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Redevelopment Management Associates (‘RMA’) today announced that the Miami-Dade County Commission voted 10-1 to approve RMA’s redevelopment plan for the Naranja Lakes CRA. The award-winning Pompano Beach-based redevelopment firm was hired by Miami-Dade County to write the plan for the recently expanded CRA area, which will contribute towards the development of the Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit (SMART) plan in South Dade.