Month: November 2016
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Working Together for a Better Tomorrow
Yesterday was a historic day in United States history. November 8, 2016 was always going to mean change for the U.S., regardless of who we elected. Whether pleased or disappointed with the results of the 2016 presidential election, we must move forward as a people for our sake and our country’s.
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Veterans Day 2016: Thanking our Veterans
This Friday, November 11 is Veterans Day, a day to honor our country’s active and retired servicemen and women. The first Armistice Day was celebrated in 1919 and initially celebrated veterans of World War I. In 1954, a bill expanding the holiday to veterans of all wars passed and was amended six days later to officially make the…
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SBA Funding Opportunity for Women Veteran Entrepreneurship Training
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Veterans Business Development (OVBD) announced a $300,000 funding opportunity for women and veteran-owned businesses. The SBA’s Women Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Program anticipates giving out six awards as part of the funding opportunity, with a minimum amount of $25,000 per award. Who Should Apply The SBA…
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FDIC Affordable Mortgage Lending Guide will get you there faster!
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released a new guide to help community bankers “learn more about grant and mortgage loan programs offered by State Housing Finance Agencies.”
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Home Buying 2016: Single Women and First-time Buyers Increase
The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has released the 2016 installment of their Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers detailing the latest trends in home buying activity. This report is a valuable resource to the housing ecosystem as it depicts the true effects of market conditions on American homebuyers.
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Marketing to Women Consumers
Are you tech savvy? If you answered no to this question, you are most likely hurting your business’s bottom line. Due to technology, it is no longer enough to be a subject matter expert in your field. You have to adapt to the times and become educated on gender-based marketing strategies. Your Demographic Knowing your…
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The NAWRB Women’s Homeownership Initiative
Homeownership is a central part of the American dream, for most people, it is the American Dream. Owning a home connotes success and achievement. As women progress in the workforce and receive the consideration and participation they have earned, it is essential to fortify their growth with strong economic foundations. Why is it important for women to…