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How Bicycle Storage Facilities Inpact U.S. Green Building Council, GRESB, FitWel, BREEAM, and Well Certified The Dandy Horse, Inc. way!

2025-03-02T05:51:00.002-05:00

A Deep Dive into Proptech, Bicycle Storage Facilities, and REIT Certifications in America: Carbon Tracking, Tenant Wellness, and the Role of VIDAT

The intersection of property technology (Proptech) and sustainable real estate practices has become a pivotal focus for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in the United States. As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria gain prominence, REITs are increasingly adopting certification frameworks like those from the US Green Building Council (USGBC), the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), and the Center for Active Design (Fitwel), alongside compliance with regulations such as New York City’s Local Law 97 (LL97). These certifications not only address carbon emissions and operational efficiency but also prioritize tenant wellness—a growing tenant demand in the post-pandemic era. Within this landscape, innovations in bicycle storage facilities, such as The Dandy Horse, Inc.’s patented technology (US 119988001 B2), and tools like VIDAT (Verify, Inspection, Demonstration, Analysis, and Testing) are transforming how REITs achieve and report sustainability goals. Additionally, the proposed Avoid and Reward Act could further reshape incentives for carbon reduction. This deep dive explores these elements, their impacts, and the key agencies and certifications driving change.

Proptech and Bicycle Storage: A Catalyst for Sustainability and Wellness

Proptech innovations are revolutionizing how REITs manage properties, particularly through sustainable infrastructure like bicycle storage facilities. Cycling as a commuting option reduces carbon emissions, aligns with urban climate goals, and supports tenant health—key factors in certifications like LEED, WELL, and Fitwel. Traditional bike racks, while functional, often lack security and data-tracking capabilities, leaving REITs unable to quantify their environmental impact. Enter The Dandy Horse, Inc., a Proptech pioneer with its patent (US 119988001 B2) for autonomous bike storage systems integrated with carbon-tracking technology. This system uses RFID tags, QR codes, and beacons to verify bike usage, providing REITs with precise data on carbon savings—crucial for ESG reporting and certification scoring.

The rise of such technologies reflects broader trends. In 2023, urban cycling increased by 12% in major U.S. cities, per the League of American Bicyclists, driven by tenant demand for eco-friendly amenities. REITs, managing vast portfolios of multifamily and commercial properties, see bike storage not just as an amenity but as a strategic asset to boost sustainability scores, attract wellness-focused tenants, and comply with regulations like LL97.

Key Agencies and Certifications for REITs: A Detailed Breakdown

REITs rely on a suite of certifications and regulatory frameworks to meet ESG mandates, reduce costs, and enhance tenant satisfaction. Below is a detailed look at the key players and their impacts:

1. US Green Building Council (USGBC) – LEED Certification

Overview: The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is the gold standard for sustainable building design, focusing on energy efficiency, water conservation, material selection, and indoor environmental quality.
REIT Adoption: As of 2023, 76% of REITs by market capitalization reported LEED certifications, according to the Nareit Sustainability Report. This reflects a shift toward green building practices to lower operational costs and meet investor ESG demands.
Impact: LEED-certified buildings command rental premiums of 3-6% and improve tenant satisfaction through better air quality and energy savings. For REITs, LEED enhances marketability and aligns with Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction goals.
Bicycle Storage Connection: LEED awards points for bike storage and active commuting incentives (e.g., 1 point under the “Location and Transportation” category), making innovations like The Dandy Horse’s system a direct contributor to higher scores.

2. International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) – WELL Certification

Overview: WELL targets occupant health and well-being through seven core concepts: air, water, nourishment, light, movement, thermal comfort, and mind. It’s increasingly popular in office and multifamily REIT portfolios.
REIT Adoption: WELL-certified spaces grew by 38% in the U.S. in 2023, driven by tenant demand for healthier environments post-COVID.
Impact: WELL enhances tenant retention (e.g., reducing turnover by up to 10%, per IWBI studies) and supports corporate ESG strategies by prioritizing wellness. Bike facilities, such as secure storage and showers, contribute to the “Movement” category.
Bicycle Storage Connection: Autonomous bike storage systems improve WELL scores by promoting physical activity and reducing commuting stress, key metrics for tenant mental well-being.

3. Center for Active Design – Fitwel Certification

Overview: Fitwel evaluates building design, policies, and operations to promote health, focusing on active lifestyles, air quality, and community resilience. It’s a cost-effective alternative to LEED and WELL.
REIT Adoption: Fitwel saw a 113% increase in multifamily certifications in 2023, reflecting its flexibility and affordability for REITs managing diverse portfolios.
Impact: Fitwel supports climate resilience (e.g., through bike commuting incentives) and offers a lower entry barrier than LEED, with certification costs starting at $500 vs. $1,200 for LEED. It’s ideal for REITs retrofitting existing properties.
Bicycle Storage Connection: Fitwel awards points for bike parking and active commuting policies, making Proptech solutions like VIDAT valuable for tracking usage and impact.

4. New York City’s Local Law 97 (LL97)

Overview: Enacted in 2019 as part of the Climate Mobilization Act, LL97 mandates carbon emissions reductions for buildings over 25,000 square feet, with strict caps starting in 2024 and tightening by 2030.
REIT Compliance: REITs with New York City assets must reduce emissions or face penalties up to $268 per metric ton of excess CO₂. By 2025, an estimated 20% of covered buildings will exceed caps without upgrades.
Impact: Compliance drives REITs to adopt energy-efficient systems and low-carbon amenities like bike storage, positioning them as climate leaders while avoiding fines.
Bicycle Storage Connection: Bike commuting reduces Scope 3 emissions (tenant travel), indirectly aiding LL97 compliance. Verified data from VIDAT strengthens REITs’ emissions reporting.

5. Other Certifications

BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method): A UK-based standard increasingly adopted by U.S. REITs for existing buildings, focusing on energy efficiency and lifecycle impacts.
ENERGY STAR: Recognizes top-performing energy-efficient buildings. In 2023, 40% of REITs reported ENERGY STAR certifications, per Nareit, reflecting its broad appeal due to federal recognition.
Impact: These certifications complement LEED and WELL, offering REITs diverse pathways to demonstrate sustainability.

VIDAT: Revolutionizing Certification Scores and ESG Reporting

Developed by The Dandy Horse, Inc., VIDAT (Verify, Inspection, Demonstration, Analysis, and Testing) is a Proptech tool that leverages RFID tags, QR codes, and beacons to track bicycle commuting and its carbon savings. Here’s how it impacts REIT certifications:

LEED Scoring: VIDAT quantifies bike usage, contributing to LEED points in the “Sustainable Sites” and “Location and Transportation” categories. For example, a REIT with 100 bike commuters could document 200 metric tons of avoided CO₂ annually (assuming 2 tons per commuter), enhancing its ESG profile.
WELL and Fitwel: By verifying active commuting, VIDAT supports wellness metrics like physical activity and air quality improvements, boosting scores in these human-centric certifications.
SEC Compliance: The SEC’s 2022 climate disclosure rules require public companies, including REITs, to report Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. VIDAT’s verified data on avoided emissions provides auditable evidence, reducing reporting risks.
LL97 Alignment: While LL97 focuses on building emissions, reducing tenant commuting emissions via bike facilities complements broader carbon goals, appealing to regulators and investors.

VIDAT’s real-world impact is tangible. A mid-sized REIT implementing VIDAT across a 10-property portfolio could track 500 bike trips monthly, translating to 1,000 metric tons of avoided CO₂ yearly—equivalent to removing 200 cars from the road.

The Dandy Horse, Inc. Patent (US 119988001 B2): A Game-Changer

The Dandy Horse’s patented autonomous bike storage system integrates secure, weatherproof units with carbon-tracking technology. Key features include:

Innovation: Automated locking, real-time usage monitoring, and carbon savings calculations via VIDAT.
Tenant Benefits: Addresses security concerns (70% of cyclists cite theft as a barrier, per a 2023 Urban Land Institute survey) while promoting wellness.
REIT Advantages: Boosts LEED, WELL, and Fitwel scores; provides ESG data for municipal reporting; and differentiates properties in competitive markets.

Market Strategy: The Dandy Horse targets REITs and municipalities, offering a subscription-based model that includes installation, maintenance, and data analytics. This creates a competitive edge in ESG reporting, as REITs can showcase verified sustainability metrics to investors and tenants.

The Proposed Avoid and Reward Act: A Future Incentive

While details remain speculative, the Avoid and Reward Act likely aims to incentivize carbon reduction through a carrot-and-stick approach:

Purpose: Reward low-carbon practices (e.g., tax credits for LEED-certified buildings) while penalizing non-compliance (e.g., fines for exceeding emissions thresholds).
REIT Implications: Certifications like LEED, WELL, and Fitwel could qualify REITs for rewards, accelerating adoption. Bike storage innovations, tracked via VIDAT, might earn additional incentives by reducing tenant emissions.
Potential Impact: If passed by 2026, the Act could shift REIT capital expenditures, with 30-40% more investment in Proptech and green retrofits, per industry forecasts.

Summary: Connecting the Dots

REITs are navigating a complex landscape of ESG demands, tenant expectations, and regulatory pressures. Certifications like LEED, WELL, and Fitwel provide frameworks to reduce carbon footprints, enhance tenant wellness, and lower costs—goals amplified by Proptech solutions like The Dandy Horse’s bike storage and VIDAT. These tools directly improve certification scores by verifying carbon savings from bike commuting (e.g., 2 metric tons per commuter annually) and align with mandates like LL97 and SEC rules. The proposed Avoid and Reward Act could further catalyze adoption, rewarding REITs that lead in sustainability. As of March 2, 2025, this synergy of Proptech and certifications positions REITs to thrive in a decarbonizing, tenant-focused future.

Joseph Lents provides CPA Drive Credit Repair

2019-09-21T18:15:00.002-04:00

Joseph Lents provides a retired CPA driven science of the perfect language, MATH. Trust his process. Learn his methods. Apply his knowledge. Earn Better Credit. Fix Bad Credit.

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JOSEPH LENTS is a retired CPA/Auditor (Florida), with a BBA degree in Accounting and a Master’s Degree in Management with over 30-years of auditing, business development and management and 20-years of Credit Repair experience.

He founded The National Association of Credit Union Supervisory and Auditing Committees (NACUSAC), the only National Association set up to help the Supervisory Committees for Credit Unions fulfill their audit responsibilities and work with the Credit Union’s Auditors.

He was a Co-Founder and Partner in the CPA Firm of NEARMAN and LENTS, CPAs during the years of 1978 to 1995, that audited ONLY Credit Unions. He was responsible for client development and established the National Supervisory Committee Conference that was for Credit Union Supervisory Committee members. He helped the CPA firm grow from ONE Credit Union client in 1978 to over 100 clients and one of the largest Credit Unions only auditing firms in the United States. Credit Union clients included IBM, Honeywell, Lockheed-Martin, Pratt-Whitney, Gold Coast FCU, Miami-Dade County Schools, Broward County Schools, Pratt-Whitney, Tyndall AFB, Homestead AFB, Miami-Dade Fireman CU, Miami-Dade Police CU, Tropical Telco, McCoy FCU, and Navy Orlando FCU to name a few.

From 1970 to 1978, prior to starting his CPA Credit Union auditing firm, he was a volunteer for 8 years and Chairman of Supervisory Committee for three Credit Unions. He served as a volunteer on the three Supervisory Committees while serving as an Officer in the United States Air Force and later as a GS-12 with the Air Force Audit Agency at Air Force bases in Sacramento, California, Oscoda, Michigan and Homestead, Florida.

His Work History from 1997 to the present has helped individuals fix their credit and since 2007 been as a Financial and Credit Repair Advisor for both Freedom Credit Solutions and The Credit Repair Authority, having the responsibility for all Marketing of the Credit Repair Services to the Credit Union Industry, Real-Estate and Mortgage Industries, as well as the general public.

He has been a Consultant and/or Advisor to various Companies for over 20 years, including Real Estate companies during years of 1995 through 2015. During those years, he assisted several Law Firms as an accountant and researcher with Foreclosure Defense attorneys for homeowners facing Foreclosure in the State of Florida. Providing Research, Loan Analysis, Mortgage Reviews, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Planning and various other financial Services, including FREE Credit Repair to the thousands of Foreclosure Clients.

He has written numerous articles for the Supervisory Committee that has appeared in National Credit Union Magazines. He was also written up in the New York Times in June 1990, for taking the “First and Only” auditing Company owned by a CPA Firm public in the U.S.A.

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2016-10-13T03:55:00.001-04:00

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2016-10-13T03:42:00.001-04:00

Javier Richard Cook

Managing Director, Syndicated Loan Capital Markets Group, Investment Banking Division for the Americas
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Javier Richard Cook joined the Syndicated Loan Capital Markets Group in January 2001 and specializes in the U.S., Canadian, and Latin American Corporate and Project Finance syndicated loan markets. Richard leads the team responsible for the origination, structuring, and syndication of natural resource and energy transactions for the Americas. Since joining BTMU, Richard Cook has successfully completed the syndication of more than 100 transactions resulting in billions of dollars of commitments specific to the natural resources and power sectors, for both recourse and non-recourse transactions. Richard holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from George Mason University and an MBA in Finance from West Virginia University and completed post-graduate work at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Taxi/Car Service Business Loans - Business Lending Authority

2016-03-26T15:29:00.001-04:00

All small business need liquid financing and when you apply with Business Lending Authority you can get approved for a significant sum in unsecured cash for your taxi company.

Our application is lighting fast, and within as little as 48 hours, you could have anywhere from $1,000 to $1,000,000 in unsecured operating capital right in your bank account, ready to be used to improve and enhance your taxi company. You know the future you want to have; you possess a vision for how to get there, and unlike major banks that offer small loans with restrictions and penalties, we offer quick, significant, unsecured financial relief that will transform your business, regardless of your credit score or other mitigating factors.

It’s just a fact: not everybody can drive, and not everyone that can drive has a car or wants to pay for parking in a big crowded city. People need your services on late nights and early morning after having a good amount to drink, or when they’d rather take a cab rather that wait on slow public transportation. Make sure your business is strong enough and capable enough to compete in the marketplace with an unsecured loan alternative from Business Lending Authority. Use our unsecured, collateral and lien free business financing options for all of your everyday

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Orange County Accident Attorneys

2015-11-23T08:39:00.001-05:00

"Orange County Accident Attorney"

If you have an Accident in Orange County and need an Attorney what do you do? To find the right Accident Attorney within Orange County is never an easy task. To find and Accident Attorney that understands your needs is hard enough but to find one with Orange County makes it even harder. Shortly after any Accident the last thing you think of is to find an Attorney. Pending on the situation, after you seek medical attention you might want to find the Attorney that cares for your needs. There are 47 Attorney's in Orange County, NY alone (According to Orange County Bar Association).

The amount of Accident Attorneys in Orange County New Jersey has far more.

The purpose of consulting an Attorney is to understand the law and to have justice or protection.

Recently a man was awarded $4.8 Million after being misdiagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis . Was this and Accident? Yes. Did he get an Attorney? Yes. Was this case in Orange County? Yes. Orange County Accident Attorneys work hard for you. They provide justice for you.

Business Lending Authority

2013-11-21T18:19:00.001-05:00

Business Lending Authority If you’re looking for a small business loan, it can be really tough to find one that suits your needs and also get approved. For small business financing, the options are pretty slim. Traditional lenders like banks require so much from you – including perfect credit and profit statements – and then drag out the approval process for months, leaving many small business owners floundering and with a cash shortage in the meantime. Business Lending Authority picks up where these lenders leave off, offering you the cash advance you need to have operating capital for your small business.......

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FONU2 App Changes Social Media and Commerce

2013-10-24T14:44:00.001-04:00

How the FONU2 App Changes Social Media Social commerce apps are potentially profitable revenue sources, but they face a marketplace with constantly changing consumer preferences. The marketplace itself is challenging, because there are so many competing applications. FONU2's social commerce app becomes a standard for Facebook users, since it will be the standard tool for Facebook phones. It could also become the social commerce tool for millions of users. Benefits for Facebook It is difficult to imagine Facebook not receiving a cut of all sales through the FONU2 social commerce app. This would be a brand new revenue source. Facebook can also use the FONU2 social commerce app to promote its main income source: advertising. Facebook could sell more mobile ads or charge higher rates if it can show that the FONU2 app is leading to far more sales, since customers can buy what they see through the new app immediately. Benefits for FONU2 FONU2's biggest benefit is the ......

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Dangers of Using Craigslist to Buy or Sell Goods Continue to Increase

2013-09-29T09:55:00.001-04:00

While Craigslist remains a fixture in the digital world as one of the most popular sites for buying and selling goods and services through social commerce, a new awareness of the dangers of the site’s predominantly anonymous user base has come to light as of late. In recent weeks, several crimes have been publicized highlighting the dangers of using Craigslist as an advertising and commerce platform. While urban legend as well as factual incidents are often associated with Craigslist personal ads, buyers and sellers should also exercise healthy caution when using the website for commerce and transaction purposes. Several recent incidents serve as prime examples for would be buyers and sellers. An Ohio man interested in purchasing an automobile responded to an ad on Craigslist, only to arrive at the agreed upon location and be held up at gunpoint and robbed for the money he was carrying in order to make the transaction. Recently in Colorado, a seller agreed to meet a ......

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Market Alert: RAY DIRKS RESEARCH: FONU2 (FONU) September 25,2013 by Ray Dirks

2013-09-26T10:20:00.001-04:00

RAYDIRKS Research believes FONU2 is an incredibly undervalued company, as its stock is under-followed by Wall Street securities analysts and money managers. FONU common stock sells at a price of $0.28 per common share, and its daily average trading volume is 110,000 shares, according to Yahoo Finance. The total number of shares outstanding is 69 million; accordingly, the market capitalization is just $19 million – for a company with an incredible upside potential – perhaps 10 times or more within a year or two.

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Welcome to the Future of Social Commerce

2013-08-24T13:31:00.001-04:00

The FONU2 Social commerce platform connects social networking, aggressive viral marketing and safe and reliable transactions into one streamlined and aesthetically optimized package. By espousing a people-centric approach to online marketplaces, FONU2 is able to facilitate an organically viral and immersive social commerce experience. Investors understand that people are behind corporations, and will ultimately drive their success. For this reason, FONU2 has made people, their interactions, their friends, and their preferences into the driving force behind their social commerce platform. The FONU2 APP, the FONU2 Card, and Facebook. Together, they create a seamless global marketplace accessible through your computer or smart phone. You can trade with your friends, earn points and play games, or you can market your services and products around the block or around the world. Investors seeking more information can contact our Investor Relations Liaison through the information on the right

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The FONU2 platform for social commerce is a revolutionary construct that integrates social networking, localized marketing and sales to create a seamless global marketplace accessible through a precise and aesthetically optimized web-site and mobile app.

2013-08-23T12:57:00.001-04:00

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL--(Marketwired - Aug 23, 2013) - FONU2, Inc. (OTCQB: FONU) (OTCBB: FONU) today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with SEO and Investor Relations guru Mark Kabbash. The FONU2 platform for social commerce is a revolutionary construct that integrates social networking, localized marketing and sales to create a seamless global marketplace accessible through a precise and aesthetically optimized web-site and mobile app. Users are able to create local listings for goods and services that they promote though individual marketing pages, allowing them to capitalize on their social networks. The FONU2 social commerce platform is fully synced with Facebook, accessible through computers as well as mobile devices running iOS or Android operating systems. The quality and safety of each transaction is ensured by secured trading through the Amazon (AWS) wallet via prepaid cards. This facilitates trading that is both safe and seamlessly melded into social ..

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CNN loans look at President’s tax return

2013-04-19T11:27:00.001-04:00

Now that your tax returns are in (or your extension filed), you are probably sick of thinking about your taxes. So today we are going to take a look at someone else’s: The President’s. Earlier this week CNN took a peak at Mr. and Mrs. Obama’s jointly field tax return. They made a combined $608,611 and paid $112,214 to the IRS. Watch this video for a close look at where the President and First Lady’s money came from and what they deducted: Check out the video

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News organizations loan platform for tax debate: Politico on small business taxes

2013-04-16T12:50:00.001-04:00

It’s tax day. Unsurprisingly, news sites across the web are filled with last minute tax tips and opinion pieces from every ideological prospective. A piece published by Politico is called “Small businesses need tax reform” and begins “Here we are on Tax Day, the time of year to rightfully reflect on our nation’s tax system. Most Americans immediately experience tax pain in terms of how much they pay to Uncle Sam. For our nation’s small businesses, the complexity of compliance adds insult to injury.” It is a guest column by Representative Sam Graves, a Republican from Missouri and chairman of the House of Representatives’ Small Business Committee. He goes on to call for action from his fellow politicians. He highlights the divide between the known importance of small businesses to the American economy and how small businesses are treated by the tax code. From high rates, to confusing regulations and constant changes, Graves argues that small business owners are never loa

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New York Times writer loans business column to sustainability

2013-03-21T12:50:00.001-04:00

Today, Eduardo Porter began his weekly column in the business section of the New York Time by asking, “Who would have thought the United States would one day be a leader in cutting greenhouse gas emissions?” From there Porter uses the lengthy and thoughtful piece to analyze the way the U.S. is succeeding and failing in the effort to increase sustainability. Despite a national discourse that ignores or undercuts issues like global warming, Porter points out, “when President Obama talked about the nation’s energy revolution during his State of the Union address last month, he could have boasted that American emissions of CO2 had fallen almost 13 percent since 2007. It was perhaps the biggest decline among industrial countries, and substantially steeper than in Europe, which has been much more committed to combating climate change.” After a look at the history of emission in the United States (did you know that President Jimmy Carter installed solar panels to warm the water in t

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Long Island Expo built for Homeowners and Contractors alike.

2013-03-19T12:30:00.001-04:00

How it works Home owners who are seeking contractors can search by either zip code or category. Our recommended, licensed home improvement experts in the area will be viewable once a search is completed. Home owners find longislandhomeexpo.com through one of our many advertising venues, such as Google, Yahoo, AOL, MSN, affiliate websites, banner advertising and direct mail, radio and TV. Long Island Home Expo also advertises in upscale publications such as Hampton's, Distinction, Elements and Woodbury Magazine. In addition, we have a presence at local and regional home improvement shows and media exposure in local print and broadcast outlets. We do not ask home owners to pay for our service and we do not ask our experts to pay-per-lead. Our service is similar, yet different than all other lead generation companies. We ask our experts to purchase a territory and a category in which they feel they would like to gain the most exposure and business. Once Long Island Home Expo verifies the

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Liquor Store Financing

2013-03-18T13:24:00.001-04:00

How Liquor Store Financing Works Our liquor store financing program gives you immediate access to working capital for your business, and our repayment program is designed to put minimal strain on your cash flow. When you are approved for financing, we advance your funds up front and collect a small percentage of your bank deposits each business day. This guarantees that your payments are always kept in proportion to your earnings, so you are never overburdened when business is slow. No collateral or liens on your property. Receive funds within 48 hours. No credit card processing required. No application fee. Bad credit is not an issue. Bankruptcy and foreclosure OK. Advances do not appear on your credit report. No restrictions on use of funds.

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Build Shed Plans | Some Good Power Tools To Get Started With?

2013-01-09T11:04:00.001-05:00

Article by at 2013-01-08 06:15:19 Categorized in Shed Building Advice,

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2012-12-27T09:06:00.001-05:00

When you want to know more about something, Quora delivers you answers and content from people who share your interests and people who have first-hand knowledge -- like real doctors, economists, screenwriters, police officers, and military veterans. On Quora, it's easy to create a personalized homepage of everything you want to know about by following topics, questions, people and boards.

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Small Business Takes Center Stage As Election Day Approaches

2012-09-19T18:13:00.001-04:00

As the presidential campaign season enters its final and most decisive chapter, small business has taken center stage. During their conventions, both parties repeatedly appealed to the concerns of American small business owners. A recent poll of small business owners conducted at George Washington University indicated that 47 percent of respondents intend to cast their vote for President Obama, while just 39 percent plan to vote for Mitt Romney. GOP’s “We Built It” Day Salutes Business Owners At the Republican National Convention in Tampa, FL, the party devoted a whole day to

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Common Uses For Small Business Financing: Equipment, Payroll, Expansion

2012-09-18T17:06:00.001-04:00

Small business owners are constantly faced with expenses. Sometimes they need additional funding to pay these costs while keeping their business running smoothly. We help entrepreneurs access working capital every day. Here are three of the most common uses for the financing we provide.

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Restaurant Financing even with Bad Credit provided by Horizon Business Funding

2012-09-18T10:00:00.001-04:00

Restaurant Financing Horizon Business Funding specializes in providing cash advance financing to restaurant owners who have had difficulty obtaining loans from banks or other lenders. If your bank loan applications have been rejected due to bad credit, or for any other reason, our rsetaurant financing program is a perfect alternative. We provide fast approval and funding within 48 hours, so you can get the capital you need right away. Our business cash advances range from $1,000 up to $1,000,000. Additionally, there is no fixed repayment term, and our payment plan is designed to put minimal strain on your business' cash flow. How It Works When we provide you with restaurant financing, we purchase a percentage of your future sales and advance your capital up front. After you receive your advance, we deduct a small fixed percentage from your daily earnings until the full amount is paid back. This means that you will not be overburdened with payments when business is slow, ...

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Small Business Loans for companies with Bad Credit are getting a boost from the Horizon

2012-09-17T17:20:00.001-04:00

Small Business Financing Horizon Business Funding specializes in providing small business financing for business owners who have had difficulty obtaining funding from banks or other lenders. If your bank loan applications have been rejected due to bad credit, or for any other reason, our small business financing is a perfect alternative.

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For Entrepreneurs With Bad Credit, Business Financing Alternatives Provide Working Capital

2012-09-17T14:07:00.001-04:00

Business owners whose loan applications have been denied by banks are increasingly likely to give up on securing financing altogether. However, merchant cash advance programs can help entrepreneurs with bad credit get working capital.

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Bad Credit Small Business Loans provided at a Record rate from Horizon last month

2012-09-17T13:46:00.001-04:00

Horizon Provided a Record $4.1 Million in Financing Last Month Horizon Business Funding is proud to announce that we provided over $4 million in small business financing during the month of August! Our merchant cash advance program helped dozens of small business owners get capital to help pay for operating costs, hire new employees, finance and repair equipment, and more. Business owners from a wide range of industries are putting our cash advance funding to work for them. During August, Horizon funded commercial construction firms, medical practices, dental practices, auto repair shops and

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