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November 07, 2009
Surprise mortgage fees set to come to an end soon
Remember when the “good-faith estimates” your lender gave you upfront said closing costs would be about $2,000, but somehow they ballooned...
November 02, 2009
Va. Hispanic chamber founder believes in building bridges
Helping others is a common thread in Michel Zajur’s life. It began at an early age for the soft-spoken son of immigrants who moved to the Richmond...
Henrico store Tweed looks to build on strong identity
Whenever Ava Deal needs an engagement gift, she knows exactly what to buy: Mariposa cocktail napkin holders from Tweed. Deal started shopping at the store...
Biz Buzz: Grandpa Eddie’s has school ‘Spirit’ to share
On a recent Wednesday night in Henrico County, about 50 teenagers packed into Grandpa Eddie’s Alabama Ribs & BBQ to listen to some local bands...
Henrico business licenses for Nov. 2
The following are recently issued business licenses in Henrico County. Antiques Extravaganza (sales promotion); licensee Antiques Extravaganza of NC, 3000...
People & Places for Nov. 2
ON THE MOVE ACCOUNTING Marie Sutton has joined Meadows Urquhart Acree & Cook as a certified public accountant. She was previously a tax supervisor...
Successful Investing: Yahoo shows strength as recovery continues
Yahoo shows strength as recovery continues Q:I am confused about my Yahoo Inc. shares. What do you think the possibilities are?—P.V., via the Internet...
Keep clients happy to build long-term business relationships
Turn your angry clients into happy ones. Do it soon after a conflict arises, said Maribeth Kuzmeski, founder of the Chicago business consulting firm Red...
Richmond Business Licenses for Nov. 2
The following are recently issued business licenses in Richmond. Terrie Pendleton, LCSW (professional service); licensee Terrie Pendleton, 5529 Snead Road,...
Decision Makers: Thomas Carr of SyCom Technologies
Thomas A. Carr New position: vice president of Vertical and Emerging Markets for SyCom Technologies Previous position: director of sales at Packet360 Birthplace:...
Metro Business Calendar for Nov. 2
MONDAY, NOV. 2 Greater Richmond Chamber offers “Starting a Business 101,“ 11:30 a.m., Hanover Department of Economic Development, 9097 Atlee...
Lock in the best deal now on refinancing
If you need to refinance your home mortgages, don’t wait. It’s not time to play chicken. Lock in the best deal now. Mortgage rates have climbed...
60 Seconds with: Craig Butterworth
CRAIG BUTTERWORTH Metro Business asked Craig Butterworth, spokesman for the National White Collar Crime Center, the Henrico County-based organization that...
Chesterfield Business Licenses for Nov. 2
The following are recently issued business licenses in Chesterfield County. Ami Lashes (personal service); licensee Chante Alexander, 10617 Hull Street...
Building permits for Nov. 2
Audrey M. Harris; 10440 Cherokee Road, addition, $75,000. Tina R. Shiver, owner; Lifestyle Builders & Development, contractor; 8707 Elm Road, addition,...
Downscaled party can still boost office morale
An owner hoping for a great party should include employees in the planning. The camaraderie that results can make the planning as worthwhile as the event...
Indicators for the week of Nov. 2
Indicators MONDAY Institute for Supply Management releases its manufacturing index. TUESDAY Major automakers report U.S. auto sales for October....
Insider Periscope for Nov. 2
BANK OF AMERICA CORP. Robert W. Scully, a director, purchased 62,000 shares Oct. 21 at $16.79 per share, bringing holdings to 68,657 shares. CAPITAL ONE...
Company/Individual Honors for Nov. 2
Nathan A. Kottkamp has received the 2009 Virginia A. Crockford Health Planning Award from the Central Virginia Health Planning Agency board of directors....
Associations for Nov. 2
New officers for EWI of Richmond (Executive Women International) are: president, Christine Slate with Barrett Capital Management; vice president/president...
Convention calendar for Nov. 2
Upcoming conventions, conferences, meetings, events and trade shows: DateMeetingAttendanceSite Nov. 2Virginia Association ofN/AGreater Richmond Independent...
Seminar’s focus: how to leverage social media
Advertising and new media marketing executive David Saunders has a phrase to describe social media Web sites LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. He calls them...
November 01, 2009
Consumer Watch: Scareware won’t shield computers
Scareware won’t shield computers Thieves in the cyber underworld are making a ton of money pedaling scareware—rogue security software—to...
JCPenney grants help local YMCAs
The JCPenney Afterschool Fund has awarded six grants totaling $30,226 to support after-school care at the Chickahominy, Downtown, North Richmond, Patrick...
October 26, 2009
CEO Alan I. Kirshner epitomizes ‘Markel Style’
Executive has help build one of the nation’s biggest specialty insurers as well as a school that’s been the last chance for scores of Virginia...
Henrico-based Keiter, Stephens firm offers versatility
Entrepreneur Bob Cabaniss admits that he hasn’t been an easy client for his accountants at Keiter, Stephens, Hurst, Gary & Shreaves. Cabaniss...
60 Seconds with: Tinh Phan
TINH PHAN Metro Business asked Tinh Phan, an Ashland businessman who serves as the chairman of the Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce, about how the recession...
Redesigned Toy Center set for owner’s 1st holiday season
Heading into the holiday shopping season, retailers are beginning their sprucing-up rituals. While some merchants put up lights, Christmas trees and menorahs...
Complete Metro Business Calendar for Oct. 26
MONDAY, OCT. 26 Career-Prospectors,
Building permits for Oct. 26
Following is a list of building permits issued in the past few months in the Richmond area for construction valued at $50,000 or more. The name listed...
