Tag: great articles
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In a world once dominated by men, women are exacting change and taking the lead
As an agent in Los Angeles’ high-end real estate market for nearly 10 years, I have experienced the cyclical and constantly-evolving luxury real estate market up close, and watched excitedly as real estate trends emerge and evolve before my eyes. A field once dominated by men, women now take the lead on both the broker…
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1st Impressions
Today’s world is primarily digital; between LinkedIn, Skype, Facebook and more, it’s easy to forget what is being lost: the physical connection. In most situations, you’ll meet a new boss or client online before meeting them face-to-face and though you’ll recognize them, it’s important to remember you still need to make a good first impression.…
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NAWRB Goes Global: France
From the rustic cottages of Auvergne to the snowy peaks of the French Alps, the diversity of France is boundless. Although many flock to Ile-de-France for its popular capital of Paris, there are 21 other metropolitan regions to choose from. Each region has a unique environment with varying architecture and a choice of urban sprawls…
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OMWI: Take Advantage of Your Ally
Did you have any idea that there are 20 offices throughout federal agencies that focus on the promotion of women and women-owned businesses? They are the Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWIs) in agencies such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation…
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TRID: Resources and Program Proposal for Compliance
Small and large businesses alike are grappling to update their business models and software to be in compliance with the upcoming implementation of the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure (TRID) rule effective on August 1, 2015. Four different rules were consolidated into two to form the cornerstones of TRID. The RESPA Good Faith Estimate and Initial Truth-In…
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Nely Galán
Founder of the Adelante Movement and Owner of Galán Entertainment Nely Galán More than an Emmy Award-winning producer, successful self-made mogul, and dedicated mother, Nely Galán is the voice of a grassroots movement to empower Latinas everywhere. She talks about her involvement with the inspiring Adelante Movement and her journey to success. NAWRB: From executive…
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Toni Moss
Founder and CEO of AmeriCatalyst and EuroCatalyst Toni Moss The inspiring CEO of AmeriCatalyst and EuroCatalyst shares her insights on the future of the mortgage industry, state of the global economy, and what she’s doing to promote awareness of present and future economic conditions. NAWRB: Your early career started in venture capital with a focus…
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Female Entrepreneurship: The Key to Peace
According to the Center for Women’s Business Research, eight million U.S. businesses are currently women-owned. Women-owned firms have an economic impact of $3 trillion dollars in annual revenue and have approximately 23 million employees (or voters), which is 16 percent of all U.S. jobs. Women in the U.S. are starting companies two to three times…
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Military Home Specialist Boots Across America
More often than not, when speaking about women in the workforce or business arena, female accomplishments are spoken about from a disadvantaged standpoint. But in fact, women have been making strides in every area of business while simultaneously maintaining their nurturing nature as mothers, sisters, and wives. Now that is true power. In addition to…
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National Small Business Week 2015
National Small Business Week—an event that highlights the outstanding contributions small business owners and entrepreneurs make—took place on May 8, 2015 at the White House South Court Auditorium in Washington, D.C. Since 1963, the President has issued a proclamation designating one week each year as National Small Business Week. In addition to the event showcasing…