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Can a Bank Cancel Your HELOC?
The three largest banks in America as of 2011 -- Bank of America Corp., JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Wells Fargo & Co -- anticipated up to $30 billion in losses on home equity lines of credit in 2010, according to Bloomberg. The huge loss potential on HELOCs means your bank might cancel your loa
Does Bank of America Provide Personal Loans?
A personal loan is also known as an "unsecured" loan, which means no collateral is provided upfront by the borrower. If borrowers are able to meet certain criteria, Bank of America does have the ability to provide personal loans. Read further for more information about personal loans and what Bank o
How to Become a Ticket Broker in Illinois
While ticket scalping is illegal in some states, the practice is allowed in Illinois but it is regulated by the Ticket Scalping Act. This act applies to anyone reselling tickets to sports games, theater productions or other events. There are no required training or certification programs to become a
How to Become a Noteholder Broker
A noteholder is a person that purchases a real estate contract, such as a mortgage, as a financial investment. A dual role as both noteholder and broker means that you are responsible for purchasing notes to hold as well as selling those notes to other potential investors. Becoming a broker for this
Certification for the Bank Secrecy Act
The Bank Secrecy Act of 1970 was created to assist in investigating money laundering, tax evasion and other criminal activities. This act requires that all financial institutions file a suspicious activity report (SAR) with the federal government if fraudulent activity is suspected. The certificatio
How to Become Broker for Commercial Loan
Become a commercial loan broker and offer loans to businesses in need of financing. Commercials loans are available for multifamily and mixed-use properties, offices, retail buildings, warehouses, mobile home parks, self-storage properties, hospitality properties, day care centers, restaurants, golf
Estate Laws for Insolvent Estates in Georgia
Insolvent estates are those in which the decedent's debts outweigh the assets, which leaves no inheritance for any loved ones. Insolvent estate proceedings in Georgia are akin to bankruptcy for the decedent, and some of the state laws involving insolvent estates also reference bankruptcy. Some of th
What Does "Invest" Mean With Tropical Weather?
Meteorologists utilize the term "invest" when a weather system begins to materialize and raise red flags, even though this system may be no more likely than any other system to transform into a hurricane or cyclone.
How to Register for ABSA Internet Banking
ABSA is a financial services company that is headquartered in South Africa and is a subsidiary of Barclays Bank. ABSA offers a free Internet banking system that you can use to access your personal and business ABSA accounts. Anyone with an ABSA account can register for access to the Internet banking
Sources of Finance for Limited Companies
For business finance, there are many alternatives to a bank.bank image by Pefkos from Fotolia.comLimited companies attain their finances from myriad sources and what is ideal for one company might not work for another. In deciding on where to source finances, a limited company has to...
The Differences in an Investment Adviser, Broker and Dealer
Trying to figure out the best investments to make is challenging enough without having to try and figure out the differences between an investment adviser, investment broker and investment dealer. While these types of positions are governed by different laws and, at times, different government overs
Starting an Investment Retirement Account
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are special investment accounts that provide tax benefits for people saving for retirement or major expenditures. If someone does not have a 401(k) plan, starting an investment retirement account is a good alternative. An IRA can also be used to invest more mone
Investment & Merchant Banking
Both investment and merchant banks offer advisory services to their clients. They differ in terms of the clients they serve. Where investment banks typically serve large companies that are big enough to be floated on the stock market, merchant banks are more focused on smaller firms. The line of dis
How to Start a Loan Company
Consumer lending is the largest financial industry in the world, and a loan business can be extremely profitable. Although you don't need a bank charter to jump on board and start lending money, you'll need the right plan, license and a solid marketing system to attract customers. It's possible to r
How to Determine Tax Preparation Fees
Pricing a service such as tax preparation is both a science and an art. According to marketing expert Kim Gordon, writing in Entrepreneur Magazine, "every business owner must arrive at her own pricing structure ... your rates will depend on three things: your actual costs plus a reasonable profit ma
Offshore Banking Laws
Offshore banks allow you much greater flexibility with your money.euros 2 image by Bosko Martinovic from Fotolia.comOffshore banking is often viewed with a certain stigma because it appears to be an activity engaged in by those who are trying to hide something. However, in many cases, it...
Top Investment Jobs
Investment careers can pay big dividends.investment image by Kit Wai Chan from Fotolia.comA career in the financial services and investment sector can be very lucrative and provide a great deal of self-satisfaction. This field of employment is highly competitive and those who succeed can...
How to Become a Broker in India
India's economy is on the upswing. As its markets become more developed, an increasing amount of people are considering the prospect of becoming a broker. Because of the recent increases in stock-broker businesses, the laws and regulations relating to education and licensing have become stricter. By
Bank Safety & Risk Rating
Banks are vulnerable to the risk that loans will not be paid back as scheduled. The majority of bank failures have been a result of default on the part of their borrowers. The methods banks use to select loans and manage their outlook for credit risk is important to assure their viability.
Financial Consulting Skills
Financial consultants provide financial advice about money and investments to both private individuals and larger businesses. Financial consultants are also known as financial advisers. Financial consultants also help people plan their finances to reach their long-term financial goals, whether they