Beaumont, CA ---- After months of looking at resale homes, putting in bids and being disappointed, the Hernandez family took the suggestion of their Realtor and decided to look for a new home. A sign along I-10 advertising LivingSmart Homes at Tournament Hills had caught their eye a few years back, so they decided to take another look and found their perfect home was really a new home with energy-saving features, a great location and amazing pricing. "I still can't believe how easy the Pardee team made it to purchase a home," said Rene Hernandez. "Buying ...

In the wake of the worst financial crisis the U.S. has seen in decades, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB, has recently announced a proposal to increase its oversight if two industries that often have a major impact on people struggling to make ends meet: debt collectors and credit reporting agencies. The two industries would be the first to be included in the CFPB's new nonbank supervision program, which was launched in January. Commentators have observed that the CFPB's initial focus on debt collection and consumer reporting is a likely indicator of ...

The driver of a double-decker commercial bus that crashed outside Syracuse, N.Y. in 2008, killing four people, will go free after a court acquitted the man of all criminal charges. He was charged with four counts of criminally negligent homicide after driving the 13-foot-high Megabus into a railroad bridge overpass with a posted clearance of 10 feet, 9 inches. According to Philly.com, 13 "low bridge" warning signs, some with flashing yellow lights, dotted the side of the road leading up to the bridge. Criminally Negligent Homicide Charges After a non-jury ...

With high debt, overwhelming medical bills and job loss common in today's uncertain economy, many people are struggling to pay their mortgage on time. While most homeowners behind on mortgage payments feel as though financial disaster is inevitable, taking immediate action will greatly ease -- and may possibly avoid -- foreclosure. A good first step is to meet with a bankruptcy or home loan modification attorney knowledgeable about preventing foreclosure. While home loan modifications are possible, it can be difficult for an individual homeowner to obtain a modification ...

Under Colorado law, people convicted of DUI and other alcohol-related driving offenses can be required to install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle they own or use for a period of months or years following the reinstatement of a suspended driver's license. An ignition interlock device is a mechanism that connects to a car's ignition system to test the driver's breath and prevents the engine from starting if an elevated blood alcohol content, or BAC, is detected. The device also requires the driver to provide breath samples periodically while the vehicle is ...

Teacup Pups, located in Brooklyn, New York, now has a Twitter account that loyal customers should follow in order to get specials and discounts not available anywhere else. Twitter, a microblogging service that now has 100 Million active users, has 250 Million tweets published each day. Interested Teacup Pups customers can follow them at http://www.Twitter.com/TeacupPupsNY. "We needed to find a way to have direct conversations with our customers and also other pet lovers in the New York City area," said Joel Tannenbaum, the manager at Teacup Pups. "I ...

On Tuesday April 3rd, 6-8pm CT, Healing Path will debut a new teleconference workshop with speaker and author Alice McCall. It is described as a new twist on what compassion is and how it propels you forward on your spiritual path. "I've called this workshop 'The Science of Compassion' because there is a very straightforward set of tools that we can use to harness compassion to its fullest potential in our lives," shares McCall. McCall has formulated the workshop as an informative presentation on how compassionate acting and thinking can be utilized in ...

Houston, TX - March 2012 - Houston based interior design firm and home furnishings showroom Laura U celebrates its fifth year in business with the annual DOT sale. For the last five years, the Laura U Design Studio has provided turn-key interior design solutions for its clients. While the retail boutique, Laura U Collection, an extension of the Laura U design style, offers vintage furnishings and home accessories. Within the last year, Laura U has expanded the showroom and added an online store filled with great home furnishings and gifts, http://www.shoplaurau.com. This ...

BKD Forensics & Valuation Services, a division of BKD, LLP, is pleased to announce that Todd Burchett will be presenting for the Civil Track at the 2012 Texas College for Judicial Studies. His presentation "Reviewing the Expert's Report: Top Five Questions for the Business Appraiser," will focus on where business appraisers need to look first, current reporting standards, critical valuation principals and how to quickly identify common errors. Burchett has more than 20 years of experience providing client solutions in consulting, accounting and tax matters. ...

March 6, 2012 - MyTaxAuction.com, a newly released website focused on online tax preparation bidding, recently added a section for visitors to explain how MyTaxAuction works. The tab, called 'how it works' explains the online bidding process users follow to locate and hire online tax preparers. Individuals and families can enjoy the convenience of online tax preparation in addition to the benefits of having a professional tax preparer. There are three sections on the 'how it works' tab to show users how simple the process is: create an account, create a tax profile, ...

A groundbreaking for the first chartered USO center approved in nearly 10 years is scheduled for Thursday, March 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Tampa International Airport near the British Airways ticket counter. The airport is located at 4100 George J. Bean Parkway Tampa, FL 33607. A reception will be held immediately following the ceremony. Refreshments provided by Tampa International Airport. The public is welcome to attend. The organizers of this historic initiative are encouraged by the level of community support they are receiving to help get this new facility opened. "Tampa ...

Summit Legal Publishing presents "Indiana Court Rules 2012." Indiana Court Rules 2012 includes the full text of all Indiana rules of court such as Rules of Trial Procedure, Criminal Procedure, Appellate Procedure, Evidence, Tax Court and Small Claims Ruels, Rules for Admission to the Bar and the Discipline of Attorneys, Rules of Professional Conduct and Administrative Rules. This edition is current through February 15, 2012 and contains January 2012 amendments to major rules not included in other Indiana court rules publications. Indiana Court Rules 2012 contains ...

Tim Mobley said: "Unfortunately, most Veterans are not taking advantage of this benefit. Nearly two million veterans or their widows are missing out on as much as $4.6 billion dollars a year in pensions from the US Government (only seven hundred million is currently being used annually)". This is because the Department of Veterans Affairs has had minimal success in promoting this program and also most Veterans have never heard of this benefit or don't know how to access it. Timothy Mobley and the Baron Group through its association with AmeriVets help Veterans ...

With yet another fresh dump of snow, not to mention having been cooped up through these long winter months, it's little wonder that kids are starting to get a little stir-crazy. The snow and cold can make that confinement especially difficult for children facing the challenges presented by a disability. It's in this spirit that author and artist Alison Neuman has brought back her popular spring camp, Camp Mission Access and help treat cure that spring fever bug. In its second year, the camp has been specifically designed by Neuman to excite and inspire all children ...

Every March basketball fans from around the United States take part in the excitement and fun that surrounds college basketball's biggest tournament. Sponsored by the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), this five week tournament determines the national champions of college basketball for both men and women. This year one local credit union is taking part in sponsoring a March Mayhem contest in correlation with March Madness that is being provided by Black Hills Fox News for Rapid City residents. "We are ecstatic to take part in March Mayhem Bracket ...

Elate restaurant (111 W. Huron, 312-202-9900) in Chicago's River North neighborhood, is taking its eco-friendly philosophy to new heights, on Thursdays, by re-inventing itself as the Steampunk center of Chicago. Beginning Thursday, March 22 and on every Thursday thereafter, Elate will be the scene of Steampunk Thursdays. Imagine a world planted in the Victorian era, where steam has become the foremost source of energy and Victorian design and fashion ideas rule. Now imagine that one hundred years later (i.e., today), Victorian sensibility still rules and modern technology ...

What makes one organization different from the other? Knowing the answer to that question defines the target market and focuses communication on the right audience. Ventureneer's free webinar, Marketing Starts with Clear Messaging: Learn How to Uncover Who You Are and Stand Out From the Crowd, will show small business leaders how to identify their organization's unique position in the market and communicate that to all stakeholders, from consumers to investors. "A clear vision of what your organization stands for is the first step in generating a clear marketing ...

Boral USA, a leading manufacturer and supplier of building products and construction materials, will introduce Boral TruExterior Trim at the JLC LIVE Residential Construction Show event on March 21-24 in Providence, Rhode Island. Pioneering the new revolutionary Poly-ash category in the exterior trim market, Boral TruExterior Trim gives homeowners, builders, architects and contractors a long-lasting and low maintenance trim option that outperforms all others with superb workability and durability. An optimal solution for a variety of non-structural applications, Boral TruExterior ...

ITPVoIP.com, a top-rated VoIP phone service provider, is now offering an auto-attendant feature within its home office premium plan. Available now at http://www.ITPVoIP.com, the auto-attendant home phone service allows home-based companies to easily manage their call loads and present a more professional face to their business dealings, without needing to hire a receptionist or other office assistant. For home businesses looking to raise their professional profiles, the auto-attendant feature is an essential phone service, designed to properly route calls with a recorded ...

Atlas Truck Sales has been providing bucket trucks and other heavy duty utility materials to the country since 1989. Family owned and operated by Tommy Corbin, the company takes a unique and refreshing approach to business and services. Corbin takes great pride in running the company, and takes a personal interest in each transaction that is completed. The dedication to customer satisfaction can be seen in all aspects of the company, and it is one of the reasons Atlas is becoming a leader among construction equipment providers. One service that sets the company apart ...

WLRN-Miami Herald News, one of the fastest growing and most dynamic news services in South Florida, has been selected for a second year in a row to mentor an early career journalist through the Joan B. Kroc Fellowship Program. The program identifies and trains the next generation of public radio journalists and WLRN-Miami Herald News is one of only three national public radio stations in the country to receive this honor this year. Now in its eighth year, The Kroc Fellowship is made possible through a 2003 bequest from Joan B. Kroc, the philanthropist and widow of McDonald's ...

FrostByte Media Inc., a record label passionate about its artists and committed to delivering diverse and quality music on a global stage, proudly introduces the new album release of pop/urban/dance artist Ricky J. The 11 track record, Paint the Town, will hit the streets on April 17, 2012 and will include the hit single "Whatta Night," a tune that achieved gold record status as a digital download in Canada and has topped the crossover and pop charts nationwide. It was also featured on the popular television show So You Think You Can Dance Canada. As a teen, ...

Del Mar Rendezvous, San Diego's premier destination for modern Chinese cuisine, ocean views and an extensive beer and wine list, was chosen as one of the "50 best Chinese restaurants in the U.S." by CNNGo.com, a division of CNN and CNN.com. With a regional staff based in cities around the world, CNNGo.com serves as a resource for dining, travel and lifestyle for an international readership, providing "local insights" on "global experiences." Under the California category of the list, Del Mar Rendezvous was selected for its "top-notch ...

Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP attorneys Wendy A. Duprey, Heather H. Jobe, Karen L. Hart, Jeffrey S. Lowenstein, Christopher B. Trowbridge and Donnie W. Wisenbaker, Jr. have been named to the 2012 Texas Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers -- a Thomson Reuters publication and rating service. The Rising Stars list recognizes lawyers across 70 practice areas who are 40 years or younger and in the first 10 years of their practice and who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Inclusion is based on a highly selective process comprised ...

Engineered Tax Services (ETS), a nationally licensed engineering firm and leading provider of specialty tax services to the accounting profession, is pleased to announce the addition of Heidi Henderson as Director of Sales for the Midwestern U.S. Heidi began her career in accounting for a destination resort development in northern Utah. She later earned her real estate license, where she helped a variety of developments market, advertise and plan for multiple projects. She later expanded her education to include business and marketing and successfully helped numerous ...