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Long-Term Care Alert: As Government Support Shrinks, LTC Leader Says ‘We’re Here to Help You’

KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 20, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today one of the nation’s largest long-term care insurance agencies announces a national effort to help all Americans with their long-term care financing needs. The company is LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), which represents multiple insurance carriers.

November Is Long-Term Care Awareness Month, a Good Time for Local Groups to Schedule Informational Seminars

KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 19, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Each November, during Long-Term Care Awareness month, Americans are reminded to think about their future care needs. For those who want to get serious about it, a seminar is available to answer all questions. It’s provided free to local groups by LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation’s largest long-term care insurance agencies representing multiple carriers.

Long Term Care Insurance Specialist and Attorney Helen Boyer Goes to Bat for Washington State Consumers Needing LTC Protection

KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 13, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Washington state residents are about to be rewarded for planning ahead for their long-term care (LTC) needs, but the forthcoming program will be even better with a few tweaks. So says Helen Boyer, who testified on October 11 before the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Boyer, a Bellevue-based attorney specializing in insurance law, is a Partner with LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America’s largest long-term care insurance agencies representing multiple carriers.

MBA Annual Exhibitor IDS (Booth #1111) Has Eight Customers Featured on 2011 Mortgage Technology Top Tech-Savvy Lenders

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 10, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — International Document Services (IDS), a mortgage document preparation vendor, has announced that eight IDS customers were featured on the 2011 Mortgage Technology Magazine ‘Top Tech-Savvy Lenders’ list.

Titan Lenders Corp. Offers Full Suite of MERS Services to Assist Mortgage Servicers, Sub-servicers in Maintaining Data Standards

DENVER, Colo., Oct. 6, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Titan Lenders Corp. (Titan), a U.S.-based domestic mortgage fulfillment outsource company, now offers MERS management services to assist mortgage servicers and sub-servicers in meeting MERSCORP’s new processing and quality assurance requirements. The new requirements stem from changes to Rule 8 made by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).

IDS Completes First Round of Mortgage Doc Prep System Upgrades

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 5, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — IDS, a mortgage document preparation vendor, has released the first phase of improvements to its web-based idsDoc doc prep platform. The system improvements are designed to allow IDS to better serve their customers through faster implementations of new features, easier development and a more intuitive user interface.

Titan Lenders Corp., IDS Co-Sponsor Author Robert Stowe England’s ‘Black Box Casino’ Event Oct. 10 at MBA’s 98th Annual Convention

CHICAGO, Ill., Oct. 5, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Titan Lenders Corp. (TLC), a U.S.-based domestic mortgage fulfillment outsource company, and International Document Services (IDS), Inc., a mortgage document preparation vendor, are co-sponsoring financial author Robert Stowe England’s book discussion and signing event for his recently released book ‘Black Box Casino’ (ISBN: 978-0313392894) at the Mortgage Bankers Association’s 98th Annual Convention and Expo in Chicago.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security awards iFOS contract to provide Acquisition Support Services

WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 4, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions (iFOS) announced today that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded a contract to provide acquisition support services to the Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Department of Operations Acquisition Division. Through the awarded contract, iFOS will provide OPO with document management, technology enhancement and acquisition support services.

Ecologic Releases The Global Lessor Network 2.0 – Enhanced Service Brings New Equipment Leasing Opportunities to Registered Lessors

WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 3, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ecologic Leasing Services announced today that it has launched The Global Lessor Network 2.0. The enhanced service matches new equipment leasing opportunities from lessees located around the world with qualified lessors that are registered in The Global Lessor Network 2.0.

Quandis Releases New Short Sell Application

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., Sept. 29, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Quandis, Inc., a leading provider of default management mortgage technology solutions, announced it has released a Web-based short sell application that automates short sell workflows and streamlines communications between servicers, lenders, borrowers and real estate agents. The result is the efficient, effective processing of short sale transactions that can be executed in roughly 60 days.

DocMagic Launches Free eSign Technology – New Solution Allows Users to Electronically Sign Any Document at No Charge

CARSON, Calif., Sept. 28, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — DocMagic, Inc., the mortgage industry’s leading provider of loan document and automated compliance technologies, announced an industry break-through by making its eSign platform available to any user at no cost. DocMagic’s eSign solution gives users the ability to capture electronic signatures for any document saved in a PDF file format.

EPIC Programs Group Introduces Comprehensive Pizza Restaurant and Delivery Operators Insurance Package

SAN RAMON, Calif., Sept. 28, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EPIC Programs Group, a managing underwriter and program administrator providing leading-edge risk management and insurance solutions nationally, announces the launch of their newest program for Pizza Restaurants and Delivery Operators. Dubbed ‘SLICE’ (safety, loss control, insurance, coverage, expertise), the new program specifically addresses a significant exposure and principle risk management concern of Pizza Delivery Operators: liability resulting from their delivery drivers.

As Health Reform Takes Effect, Companies Must Offer Long-Term Care Insurance to Employees, But There’s a Roadblock

KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 27, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As part of health reform, American companies are required to enable their employees to participate in the public option for long-term care insurance, known as the Community Living Assistance and Supports (CLASS) program. Now being fleshed out by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CLASS — though postponed until 2013 — calls for employees to be automatically enrolled, with payroll deductions, unless they opt out.

McMullen and PowerGuard named 2011 Risk Innovator and Responsibility Leader by Risk and Insurance Magazine

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 21, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services – a Managing General Agent specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries – today announced that Managing Principal Mike McMullen was named by Risk & Insurance magazine as a 2011 Risk Innovator.

Ecologic Partners with Boart Longyear Financial Services

WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 20, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ecologic Leasing Services announced today that its subsidiary, Ecologic Vendor Services, has signed a long-term agreement with Boart Longyear Financial Services (BLFS), a global vendor captive financing organization. BLFS will offer their customers competitive financing solutions for Boart Longyear mineral exploration drilling equipment.

Author Robert Stowe England Premieres Forthcoming Book ‘Black Box Casino’ October 10 at MBA’s 98th Annual Convention in Chicago

CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 20, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Financial author Robert Stowe England will host a book discussion and signing event for his soon-to-be released tome ‘Black Box Casino’ (ISBN: 978-0313392894) at the Mortgage Bankers Association’s 98th Annual Convention and Expo in Chicago. The signing will take place on Oct. 10 from 6 – 8 p.m. in the East Tower at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

Long-Term Care Insurance Can Be Cheaper than Do-It-Yourself Caregiving, Leading Agency Advises

KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 19, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — If one of your aging parents suddenly needs help with the tasks of daily living, who will provide it? You? ‘If that’s your default plan,’ says Craig Smith, President of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), ‘be prepared for sticker shock. Your services don’t come free.’ LTCFP is one of the nation’s largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies.

IDS Upgrades Mortgage Document Interface with Avista Solutions to Support Mortgage Lenders’ Data Integrity, Process Improvement Efforts

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — International Document Services (IDS), a mortgage document preparation vendor, and Avista Solutions, a leader in sophisticated Cloud-based loan origination systems, have enhanced their partner interface to centralize data entry and create a seamless interaction between their respective systems.

Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. Releases White Paper on Pipeline Hedging

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — MCT Trading, Inc. (MCT), a recognized leader in mortgage pipeline hedging and risk management services, announced the availability of a free white paper designed for lenders that provides guidance in secondary market pipeline hedging. Organizations can download the paper at MCT’s Web site.

PowerGuard adds Business Development Executive Jeff Sharer in New Jersey

IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services – a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries – today announced that risk management, financial services and alternative energy professional Jeff Sharer has joined the company as Business Development Executive.

PowerGuard adds Business Development Executive Tim Kinsella in New York

IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services – a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries – today announced that risk management, financial services and alternative energy professional Tim Kinsella has joined the company as a business development executive.

Mortgage Capital Trading Makes Inc. 5000 Annual List of Fastest-Growing Companies

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — MCT Trading, Inc. (MCT), a recognized leader in mortgage pipeline hedging and risk management services, announced today that it has been named to Inc. 5000’s 2011 fastest-growing private companies list. MCT ranks 776 on the list with an industry rank in the financial services category of 39 and impressive three-year sales growth of 405 percent.

LTC Financial Partners Named to INC 5000 Four Years in a Row

KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The economy has not been doing great, but LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) has. This month Inc. Magazine ranks LTCFP No. 2,483 among all companies, and No. 25 among companies in the insurance industry, in its annual ranking of the nation’s 5000 fastest-growing companies. LTCFP also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2008, 2009 and 2010.

EPIC adds Victor McKnight as Principal and Employee Benefits Consultant in Petaluma

PETALUMA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the addition of employee benefits consultant Victor (Vic) McKnight as a principal in the company’s Petaluma, Calif. office. McKnight brings 16 years of insurance and employee benefits program management experience to EPIC.

PowerGuard adds Sales Executive Rex Lyon in Irvine

IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services – a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries – today announced that Rex Lyon has joined the company as vice president.

Inc. 5000 Company Seeks World-Class Sales Managers for Exploding Market

KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation’s most experienced long-term care insurance agencies, is looking for high-performing sales managers to build teams and drive business in key geographic areas. ‘According to surveys, about three in four Americans over 65 are concerned about needing long-term care services at some point,’ says Denise Gott, LTCFP’s Chairman and National Sales Manager.

As Deficit Reduction Threatens Long-Term Care Support, Private Group Steps In to Bolster Government Intentions

KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With federal purse strings tightening, Americans are likely to need a mix of private and diminished government resources to pay for their long-term care. To help people achieve the right mix, free presentations are being offered nationwide by LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the country’s largest long-term care insurance agencies.

EPIC Enhances North Bay Services with Opening of New Offices

PETALUMA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the opening of new offices in Petaluma. The new EPIC facility, featuring a multi-media training room for risk management, insurance, employee benefits and safety seminars, will help the EPIC team serve the growing needs of North Bay clients in a wide range of industries. These industries include wine making, construction, non-profits and the public sector.

Quandis Named a 2011 Top 50 Technology Service Provider

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Quandis, Inc., a leading provider of default management solutions, announced that is has earned a spot on Mortgage Technology magazine’s annual Top 50 Service Providers list.

Titan Lenders Corp. Selected as 2011 Mortgage Technology Top Service Provider

DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Titan Lenders Corp. (TITAN), a U.S.-based domestic mortgage fulfillment outsource operation, offering a parallel and variable cost alternative solution to lenders that need to maintain back office and warehouse line management operations, has been listed among the annual Mortgage Technology Top Service Providers.

IDS Debuts On The Mortgage Technology Top Service Providers List

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — International Document Services (IDS), a mortgage document preparation vendor, has made its first appearance on the 2011 Top Service Providers list issued by Source Media’s Mortgage Technology magazine.

EPIC adds Kathleen Holmes as Senior Account Executive

IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Kathleen ‘Kathy’ Holmes as a senior account executive in its Employee Benefits Division. Kathy brings nearly 25 years of experience in the health insurance and employee benefits industry. She will be based in EPIC’s Irvine, Calif. branch office and report to Steve Vilas, Employee Benefits Division, Chief Operating Officer.

DocMagic Again Recognized as Top 50 Service Provider

CARSON, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — DocMagic, Inc., the mortgage industry’s leading provider of loan document and automated compliance solutions, announced that it has earned a spot on Mortgage Technology magazine’s 2011 Top 50 Mortgage Technology Service Providers list. This marks the tenth year DocMagic has made the list.

California IVF Updates Name to Reflect Consolidation of Sacramento Area Fertility Centers

DAVIS, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — California IVF: Davis Fertility Center, Inc. announces a name change for their Sacramento area fertility centers. The infertility treatment center will now operate under the name California IVF Fertility Center and the shorter version California IVF. The name change was made to reflect the operation of clinics at various locations throughout the Sacramento area.

Titan Lenders Corp Signs Eight Mortgage Lenders in First Half 2011, Including National Bank, Correspondents and Broker-to-Bankers

DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Titan Lenders Corp. (TLC) added eight new mortgage lender clients in the first half of 2011, including a national bank, correspondent lenders and broker-to-bankers. TLC, a U.S.-based domestic mortgage fulfillment outsource operation, offers a parallel and variable cost alternative solution to lenders that need to maintain correspondent back office and warehouse line management operations.

EPIC adds Linda Campbell as Account Executive in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Linda Campbell as an account executive. Campbell brings more than 40 years of experience in the property and casualty insurance industry to her new assignment.

Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. Opens East Coast Office

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — MCT Trading, Inc. (MCT), a recognized leader in mortgage pipeline hedging and risk management services, announced that it has established an office in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, just outside of downtown Philadelphia.

Ecologic Lessee Services Publishes Comprehensive Lease Accounting Changes Whitepaper for Equipment Lessees

GREAT FALLS, Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ecologic Lessee Services, a global provider of outsourcing, software, and capital sourcing services to corporate and non-profit equipment lessees, today announced the publication of a unique whitepaper that addresses how lessees can prepare for the coming IFRS lease accounting changes.

Looking for a Free Speaker on a Hot Topic? Hundreds Available for ‘Long-Term Healthcare Planning Options for Americans’

KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces the availability of hundreds of experts who will speak to local groups supporting a new national awareness campaign. The campaign is titled 3in4 Need More, www.3in4needmore.com, and it is about educating Americans on all their long term care planning options.

Titan Lenders Corp Offers Whole Loan Purchase Review to Reduce Risk for Mortgage Bankers and Investors

DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Titan Lenders Corp (TLC), a U.S.-based domestic mortgage fulfillment outsource company, now offers its Whole Loan Purchase Review (WLPR) service to institutional and correspondent investors. TLC is leveraging its extensive experience in whole loan delivery on behalf of correspondent lenders to complete an organic expansion of its service offering.