District Lending's Bankrate.com Listing and Pylon Partnership Signal a Breakout Year for the Company

September 3, 2026 7:50 PM

District Lending is entering a defining stretch of growth as a new Pylon lending partnership, $500 million in annual loan volume, and a listing on Bankrate.com give the brokerage more reach and greater access to lending resources. Together, the developments mark a significant step forward for a company that has built its reputation around competitive rates, fast closings, and a hands-on approach to mortgage lending.For District Lending, the...

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Jeremy Yono Launches Online Resource Hub Focused on Financial Literacy and Budgeting Strategies

September 3, 2026 7:15 PM

Jeremy Yono has announced the launch of a new online resource hub designed to make financial literacy and practical budgeting guidance more accessible to individuals seeking greater control over their finances. The resource hub brings educational materials and budgeting strategies together in one digital destination, giving users a convenient way to strengthen everyday money management habits and build a clearer foundation for long-term...

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Affluence Without Peace: A New Book From One Of New York's Top Wealth Planners, Marc Goldstein, Argues Most Wealthy Americans Quietly Surrender Control in Retirement

September 3, 2026 3:00 PM

Most financially successful Americans never actually retire on their own terms. They retire on the IRS's terms, the market's terms, and their former employer's terms. That is the argument at the center of Retire on Your Terms, the newest book from financial educator and retirement income specialist, Marc Goldstein.Goldstein's position is direct. After more than three decades helping some of New York's most successful business owners, Wall Street...

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ThriveCart Announces Creator Commerce Live, a Free Virtual Event for Digital Sellers, Coaches, and Course Creators

September 3, 2026 1:05 PM

ThriveCart, an all-in-one creator commerce, course, and community platform used by more than 75,000 businesses worldwide, today announced Creator Commerce Live, a free virtual event taking place September 17, 2026. Designed for coaches, course creators, consultants, and online business owners, Creator Commerce Live offers practical marketing education focused on helping attendees grow and scale their businesses. The event will take place...

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University Bancorp 2Q2026 Net Income $2,350,713, $0.45 Per Share

September 3, 2026 11:50 AM

University Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQB:UNIB or "UNIB") announced that it had an unaudited net income attributable to University Bancorp, Inc. common stock shareholders in 2Q2026 of $2,350,713, $0.45 per share on average shares outstanding of 5,169,518 for the second quarter of 2026, compared to an unaudited net loss of $2,015,771, $0.39 per share on average shares outstanding of 5,169,518 for 2Q2025. On a fully diluted basis, net income per share in...

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Retiring and Need Income Soon? Consider an Immediate Annuity

September 3, 2026 10:49 AM

Planning for retirement income should start years before you retire. Fortunately, there's a good solution for procrastinators and people forced to retire early: an immediate annuity. It can be invaluable in closing an income shortfall."An immediate income annuity converts your money into a stream of income that can be guaranteed for your lifetime and, optionally, that of your spouse too," says Ken Nuss, CEO of AnnuityAdvantage and a top national...

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The Missing Piece of Retirement Planning: Why Guidance Matters More Than Ever

September 3, 2026 10:25 AM

For decades, Americans have embraced employer-sponsored retirement plans as the cornerstone of their retirement savings. Whether it's a 401(k), 403(b), 457 plan, or the federal government's Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), these accounts have helped millions of workers accumulate the assets they'll eventually depend on in retirement.But while these plans do an excellent job encouraging people to save, they often leave participants with an important...

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The Retirement Risk That Can Derail Even the Best Financial Plan

September 3, 2026 9:55 AM

Most people believe the greatest threat to their retirement is a stock market crash.Others worry about inflation, rising healthcare costs, higher taxes, or the possibility of outliving their savings.Each of those concerns is legitimate. In fact, they deserve careful planning and attention.But after years of helping individuals and families prepare for retirement, I've come to believe that the greatest retirement risk is not any one of those...

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AllianceBernstein - Climate Power Plays: Energy, Geopolitics and the Repricing of Risk

September 3, 2026 9:45 AM

Climate change has become a defining force in geopolitics. As governments respond to record heat waves, floods, wildfires and droughts, their policies and economic posturing are reshaping manufacturing, trade and energy security across the capital markets. This makes global warming as much a financial risk as a physical one, with policy shifts repricing risks and opportunities across countries and companies alike.Energy Security Moves to the...

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2026 Inclusion Conference on the Bund to Focus on Building the AI Economy Together

September 3, 2026 9:00 AM

The Organizing Committee of the Inclusion Conference on the Bund announced that the 2026 edition will take place from September 9 to 12 at Huangpu World Expo Park in Shanghai, China. The conference will center on "Building the AI Economy Together," focusing on the critical leap of artificial intelligence from technological breakthroughs to real-world applications and value creation. This year, the conference will bring together 600 global...

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CRI Names Former PCAOB Chief of Firm Inspections Timothy P. Sikes Director of SEC Services

September 3, 2026 6:18 AM

Top 25** accounting and advisory firm Carr, Riggs & Ingram® (CRI) today announced that Timothy P. Sikes has joined the firm as Director of SEC Services. Sikes is expected to play a key role in strengthening CRI's capabilities to serve publicly traded clients and in elevating assurance quality, helping the firm build on recent momentum and expand its presence in the SEC and Capital Markets assurance and advisory spaces. Bringing more than...

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Currency Exchange International to Report Its Third Quarter 2026 Results on September 9, 2026, and Host Earnings Conference Call on September 10, 2026 at 8:30 AM EST

September 2, 2026 5:00 PM

Currency Exchange International, Corp. (the "Company") (TSX:CXI)(OTCQX:CURN), will report its financial results for the Third Quarter of 2026 (ended July 31, 2026) after-market close on Wednesday September 9, 2026. Following the release, Currency Exchange International Corp. will host an earnings conference call with management on Thursday September 10, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. EST, in which they will discuss these recent financial and operational...

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O2 Sponsor Finance Hires Aaron Markos as Senior Vice President

September 2, 2026 11:00 AM

O2 Sponsor Finance, a division of Old Second National Bank, today announced that it has recently hired Aaron Markos as Senior Vice President."We are excited to announce that Aaron Markos has joined as Senior Vice President of O2 Sponsor Finance. Aaron is responsible for sourcing, structuring, and underwriting new lending opportunities while partnering closely with equity sponsors and management teams. Aaron will play an important role in...

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KeyBank Foundation Supports Intergenerational Family Stability Initiative With a $300,000 Grant to PEACE, Inc

September 2, 2026 9:30 AM

The KeyBank Foundation is committing $300,000 to People's Equal Action and Community Effort (PEACE) Inc. to strengthen family stability in Syracuse through the new Department of Community Programs initiative.Expanding Pathways to Stability and OpportunityFunds from the grant will be used by PEACE, Inc. to develop, pilot, and implement the Department of Community Programs, an innovative whole-family, intergenerational service model designed to...

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Fortun Holdings Reports Second Consecutive Record Month as August Funding Volume Reaches $1.52 Million

September 2, 2026 9:01 AM

Fortun Holdings, Corp. (OTCID:FRTU) ("Fortun" or the "Company"), a financial technology company focused on providing revenue-based financing to underserved small businesses, today announced that it funded $1,520,000 in small-business financing transactions during August 2026, establishing a new monthly funding record for the second consecutive month.August funding volume exceeded the Company's previous monthly record of $1,454,500, established...

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ClearCourse Wealth Advisors and Bespoke Wealth Advisory Group Announce Strategic Merger to Create a More Comprehensive Client Experience

September 2, 2026 9:00 AM

ClearCourse Wealth Advisors, led by Rachael Holm, Private Wealth Advisor and Managing Partner of ClearCourse Wealth Advisors, and Brian Long, Private Wealth Advisor and Managing Partner of Bespoke Wealth Advisory Group, are pleased to announce the merger of their financial advisory practices. The combined teams will operate under the name, ClearCourse Wealth Advisors, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC,...

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MoneyFAQ Expands Personalized Financial Guidance With New AI-Powered Features

September 2, 2026 8:30 AM

MoneyFAQ, a financial education and technology platform, is expanding beyond traditional financial content with new AI-powered personalization features designed to help consumers connect what they learn with practical next steps.MoneyFAQ was created to make everyday financial topics easier to understand, particularly for consumers who might not have access to traditional financial advisors, personalized guidance, or extensive experience...

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Sturgis Bancorp, Inc. Announces Completion of $25.5 Million Subordinated Notes Offering

September 2, 2026 8:00 AM

Sturgis Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX:STBI) (the "Company"), the holding company of Sturgis Bank & Trust Company (the "Bank"), today announced the completion of an offering (the "Offering") of $25.5 million aggregate principal amount of its 7.0% fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes due September 15, 2036 (the "Notes") in a private placement to various qualified institutional buyers and accredited investors. The price for the Notes was 100% of the...

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Hilbert Group Provides Update on Financial Position and Growth

September 2, 2026 2:15 AM

Hilbert Group (STO:HILB-B)(FRA:999) invites shareholders to a live business presentation & Q&A next week (see details below).The Company wishes to provide additional clarity on cash runway, cost flexibility and the Group's transition from investment to revenue generation following its Q2 report.Over the past 12 months, Hilbert has invested significantly in building and integrating its broader platform. This included acquisitions and...

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Fountain Asset Corp. Announces Adoption of Advance Notice By-Law

September 1, 2026 5:00 PM

Fountain Asset Corp. (TSXV:FA) ("Fountain" or the "Company") announces that it has adopted an "Advance Notice By-law" that requires advance notice be given to the Company when director nominations are made by shareholders other than through a request for a meeting or through a shareholder proposal, in each case in accordance with the Canada Business Corporations Act (the "Act").The Advance Notice By-law provides a clear process for shareholders...

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