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  • best home loans in syracuse, ny

    A Neighborly Approach to Home Loans

    For many, the American Dream is about homeownership. The picturesque lawn, kids and homey sense of belonging is not only a sign of success, but a fulfillment of the personal pursuit of happiness. One financial institution…

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    Colleges, Trade Schools & A Driving Force To A New Career

    College enrollment in the 2000s and beyond far exceeds enrollment averages in decades past. Despite a higher educated workforce, many graduates have entered an underperforming economy. A Lack of Opportunity For College Graduates…

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    What Does Uber in Syracuse, NY Mean for the Local Economy?

    Uber is a mobile app that connects people who need a ride with willing drivers. The convenience of the mobile app has made Uber in to a $50 billion company, according to valuations from CNN Money reports. However, Uber’s self-described ride sharing model has caused concern for many, including public policy makers, its traditional cab competitors, its drivers and its potential customers.…

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    EMV: New Card Security Measures Affect Local Business

    A change is coming. It’s scheduled to affect every US consumer that uses credit or debit cards, and, in turn, every US business. Three letters, EMV, are fast becoming a part of business owners’ lexicon. With it comes confusion, regulations and, for some Syracuse, NY businesses, opportunity. What Is EMV? EMV stands for Europay, MasterCard and Visa, the three companies who originally created the chip-based card reading technology. An example of cards that meet this standard can be seen below. …

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    OMC Financial Services’ Cynthia Scott Talks Entrepreneurship

    Cynthia Scott, pictured here on a 2014 cover of Syracuse Woman Magazine, delivered a speech on entrepreneurial success. At the intersection of entrepreneurship and investment is risk. Starting a business comes with the risk of failure; with investment, the risk of financial loss. Throughout her 30 year career, Cynthia Scott, owner of OMC Financial Services, has professionally thrived at this intersection, succeeding as an entrepreneur in investment management. On May 6, Cynthia shared some s…

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