Banking & Finance

Study Shows That "Best Places to Retire" Lists Miss Where Retirees Actually Go

August 13, 2026 7:00 AM

Zoe Financial, a digital wealth platform that connects people with vetted financial advisors nationwide, published its 2026 Retirement Study on where Americans are actually retiring. The study compares real migration and income data against 10 major "best places to retire" rankings, including those from WalletHub, U.S. News, Forbes, and Kiplinger. The findings tell a different story than most retirement lists. Several cities that regularly top...

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3 Home Repairs You Can't Afford to Put Off

August 13, 2026 12:00 AM

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2026 / Unexpected home repair needs can be inconvenient and frustrating, especially if you're a little low on funds. You might be tempted to delay some projects until you have a little more room in your budget. However, in some cases, you have to act fast. If you can't afford an urgent repair right away, a personal loan may help you cover the cost before the problem escalates. A minor annoyance...

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AffordaCare Insurance Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, 41st Among Insurance Companies in the U.S.

August 12, 2026 3:10 PM

AffordaCare Insurance, a nationally recognized group health insurance agency dedicated to revolutionizing the traditional employee benefits model, has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. In its first appearance on the list, AffordaCare ranked 41st among insurance companies nationwide, 109th in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, 258th in Texas, and 2,322nd...

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Amplify Capital Group Advises Fast5Xpress on Strategic Sale to Chemical Guys

August 12, 2026 1:45 PM

Amplify Capital Group ("Amplify"), a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm specializing in the car wash industry, is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Fast5Xpress, owned by Clark Investment Group, in its strategic sale to Chemical Guys, one of the world's leading automotive appearance brands. The transaction brings together one of California's premier express car wash platforms with one of the most...

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Credit Union 1 Included on Forbes List of the America's Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 Ranking

August 12, 2026 1:15 PM

Credit Union 1 has been named to the Forbes list of America's Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026. This prestigious recognition is presented in partnership with Statista, a leading global provider of market data and industry rankings. The America's Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 ranking is based on an independent survey of thousands of U.S. consumers, as well as publicly available reviews. To be eligible, credit unions must have received a...

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Sensiba Named 2026 Top 100 Firm by Inside Public Accounting

August 12, 2026 12:30 PM

Sensiba LLP, a leading global accounting and business consulting firm, is proud to announce it has been listed at number 76 on INSIDE Public Accounting's (IPA) Top 100 Firms for 2026. The annual ranking recognizes the largest accounting firms in the United States by net revenue and evaluates growth, profitability, and other operational benchmarks. This marks Sensiba's third consecutive appearance on the Top 100 list since first earning...

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Model ML Secures Investment From HSBC Asset Management to Scale Its Agentic Operating System for Financial Services

August 12, 2026 12:05 PM

Model ML has announced an investment from HSBC Asset Management, made through its flagship Venture Capital (VC) strategy. The funding will support Model ML's growth as the focus of enterprise AI shifts from individual models to the systems required to implement them. Model ML's platform is purpose-built for financial services. The company works with many of the world's leading banks, asset managers and advisory firms, helping to automate complex...

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Pence Wealth Management's Laila Pence Ranked No. 16 on Barron's 2026 List of Top 100 Women Financial Advisors

August 12, 2026 12:05 PM

Pence Wealth Management, an independent registered investment advisory firm serving high-net-worth individuals and families, today announced that President and Co-Founder Laila Pence, CFP, has been ranked No. 16 in the nation on Barron's 2026 list of the Top 100 Women Financial Advisors. The Barron's recognition follows a series of national rankings for Pence in 2026. Forbes ranked her No. 1 on its Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for Southern...

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FundCanna Named to the Inc. 500 List of America's Fastest Growing Private Companies

August 12, 2026 11:40 AM

FundCanna, the largest dedicated provider of working capital to operators in the regulated cannabis industry, today announced it has been named to the 2026 Inc. 500, ranking 434 among the fastest-growing private companies in America after growing revenue 809% from 2022 to 2025. The recognition comes at a time when access to capital remains one of the cannabis industry's greatest challenges. Traditional banks largely remain on the sidelines,...

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Key4Entrepreneurs(SM) Accelerator Awards $30,000 to Small Businesses While Expanding Access to Education, Expertise and Growth Opportunities

August 12, 2026 10:15 AM

Small businesses are the backbone of local economies, but access to expertise, mentorship and growth resources can be just as important as access to capital. That's the idea behind Key4Entrepreneurs℠, KeyBank's complimentary program designed to engage, educate and empower entrepreneurs through practical education, expert guidance and meaningful connections. One of the program's first signature initiatives recently culminated with the successful...

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AllianceBernstein: Conflict on Europe's Periphery Puts Clean Energy in the Spotlight

August 12, 2026 10:00 AM

Jonathan Hunt | Principal-AB CarVal Private credit is becoming the engine driving Europe's energy transition. We are living in an era of rising electricity demand. The electrification of vehicles and buildings, the construction of AI data centers and efforts to decarbonize industry are creating a deep pipeline of renewable energy opportunities for investors around the globe. But in Europe, there's another catalyst: energy security. Energy...

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Joseph Gradante Raises Awareness About Responsible AI in Personal Finance

August 12, 2026 8:35 AM

Artificial intelligence is becoming a larger part of everyday financial decisions. From budgeting apps and investment platforms to retirement planning and market research, AI-powered tools are helping individuals access information faster than ever before. As these technologies become more common, Joseph Gradante, CEO and Director of Sales at Allio Capital, believes people should view AI as a resource rather than a replacement for critical...

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Albert Crawford Named Among Glassdoor's Top 20 Best CEOs in America

August 12, 2026 8:30 AM

BHG Financial, the leader in unsecured personal loan solutions, today announced that Albert Crawford has been named one of Glassdoor's Best CEOs of 2026, a prestigious recognition earned through employee feedback on the platform. The honor comes as Crawford marks 25 years leading BHG Financial, helping build one of the nation's most established and respected companies in the financial industry, while fostering a workplace culture where employees...

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5 Upgrades to Make Your Boat Look Brand New

August 12, 2026 12:00 AM

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 12, 2026 / You don't need a brand-new vessel to bring back that fresh-off-the-lot feeling. A handful of thoughtful upgrades can make your boat look cleaner and newer. Many of the projects below fit a range of budgets. If a larger refresh is on your wish list, boat loans are one option to consider when you want to spread the cost into a predictable monthly payment rather than paying all at once....

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Prospectiva Resources Ltd. Completes Qualifying Transaction

August 11, 2026 5:00 PM

Prospectiva Resources Ltd. ("Prospectiva" or the "Resulting Issuer") (formerly Pentagon I Capital Corp. ("Pentagon")) is pleased to announce the completion of its previously announced business combination (the "Transaction") with Prospectiva Resources Ltd. ("Prospectiva UK"), a privately-held mineral exploration company focused on copper and gold exploration in Brazil. The Qualifying Transaction constitutes Pentagon's "Qualifying Transaction"...

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Carter Bankshares, Inc. Establishes Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan

August 11, 2026 4:30 PM

Carter Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:CARE) today announced the establishment of its Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan (the "Plan"). The Company will offer up to 1,000,000 shares of common stock to existing shareholders of the Company for purchase under the Plan. The Plan provides enrolled participants with the opportunity to purchase additional shares of common stock through the reinvestment of dividends and through...

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Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. Reports Second Quarter and First Half 2026 Financial Results

August 11, 2026 4:15 PM

Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCQX:TYCB), the holding company of Calvin B. Taylor Bank (the "Bank"), today reported net income for the second quarter 2026 ("2Q26") of $3.7 million, or $1.40 per share compared to net income of $3.8 million, or $1.44 per share for the first quarter of 2026 ("1Q26"), and net income of $3.9 million, or $1.42 per share for the second quarter of 2025 ("2Q25"). Net income for the first half of...

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Lendistry Home Loans Launches Disaster Recovery Mortgage Pilot for Homeowners Displaced by 2025 LA Wildfires

August 11, 2026 1:00 PM

Today, Lendistry Home Loans announced the launch of its Disaster Recovery Mortgage Pilot. This community-led solution has been crafted specifically to support homeowners displaced by the 2025 Pacific Palisades and Eaton fires and overcome challenges that have stagnated the rebuilding process for many. This pilot will allow more homeowners to rebuild sooner because of its lower liquidity requirements and greater flexibility in cashflow...

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RDP Advises D.O.G. on its Sale to an Undisclosed Strategic Buyer

August 11, 2026 1:00 PM

RDP Advisory, LLC ("RDP"), a full-service middle-market advisory firm focused on capital markets and M&A, has advised DOG Corporate, LLC and its affiliates (dba D.O.G. Hotels) ("DOG" or the "Company") in its sale to an undisclosed strategic buyer. DOG is the largest operator of daycare, overnight, and grooming services for pets in the Miami area. The Company was founded in 2015 by Andres Antunez and Juan Cochesa and has won several awards and...

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Goldco Ranked As Top Gold IRA Company For 2026 By InvestingInGold.com

August 11, 2026 12:05 PM

InvestingInGold.com has released its annual review of the nation's leading Gold IRA providers, naming Goldco its top gold IRA company for 2026 after evaluating companies on reputation, customer feedback, educational resources, rollover support, longevity, and overall investor experience. As more Americans seek to diversify retirement savings with precious metals, understanding how to evaluate gold IRA providers has become increasingly important....

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