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SEATTLE, Wash., Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Friday Harbor, an AI pre-underwriting platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced new capabilities for condominium and manufactured home loans that enable lenders to evaluate property-specific eligibility requirements before files reach underwriting.

Condo and manufactured home loans, which together account for nearly 8% of mortgage originations, present unique eligibility requirements that often fall outside the standard mortgage workflow. As a result, lenders frequently rely on specialized reviews that can add time and complexity to the origination process.

Condo reviews can require lenders to evaluate project questionnaires, budgets, insurance coverage, reserve funding and other project-level documentation. Manufactured home loans often involve additional eligibility requirements related to titling, foundation standards and property classification. Both scenarios introduce complexity that can increase review times and create additional work for production and underwriting teams.

Friday Harbor evaluates property-related documentation alongside borrower information as part of its AI pre-underwriting process. Rather than reviewing individual documents in isolation, the platform analyzes information across the loan file and compares it against investor eligibility requirements to identify property-related issues, documentation gaps and potential eligibility concerns.

"Condo and manufactured home loans are a great example of why AI pre-underwriting needs to understand the entire loan file, not just a handful of documents," said Theo Ellis, founder and CEO of Friday Harbor. "A borrower can be perfectly qualified and still run into property eligibility issues. Friday Harbor helps lenders identify those issues before they slow down the transaction."

Lenders can learn more about Friday Harbor or request a demo at https://fridayharbor.ai.

About Friday Harbor

Friday Harbor is an AI pre-underwriting platform that helps lenders identify and resolve potential issues earlier in the origination process. By analyzing borrower documents, appraisals and income calculations against investor guidelines and lender overlays, the platform helps teams deliver cleaner files, achieve fewer underwriting touches and improve individual productivity. For more information, visit https://fridayharbor.ai/.

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STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EnergyCAP®, the leading utility and energy management platform, today announced the launch of Watts Chat, the first generative AI capability built on the Watts AI engine. Watts Chat gives energy, sustainability, facilities, and finance teams natural-language access to their own utility data-delivering fast, accurate answers grounded in the audited, financial-grade data their organizations have relied on for decades.

Energy and facilities managers work with some of the most complex operational data in any organization. The challenge is not finding useful data; it is making sense of years of bills, meters, vendors, weather, rates across buildings and projects quickly enough to make time-sensitive, cost-bearing decisions. Watts Chat changes that by allowing utilities teams to ask a question in plain language of their validated data, and get immediate answers: billing summaries, meter data, usage spikes, cost breakdowns, vendor-specific details, or export-ready charts for energy audits, all in seconds.

Unlike generic AI tools, Watts Chat is deeply integrated into each customer's own data. It keeps the data secure and Watts AI gets smarter based on the structure and context already built into EnergyCAP. For large portfolios, that means troubleshooting in seconds instead of hours. For newer energy managers, it means getting to the right answer without multiple clicks. And for experienced practitioners, it means spending more time acting on insights and less time searching for them.

"Energy and utility managers deal with an enormous amount of complexity. Across accounts, meters, bill details, interval data, site info, carbon factors, and more, EnergyCAP has the data to answer almost any question our customers have. EnergyCAP has always provided the best path to that data, and Watts AI and Watts Chat now make this dramatically easier. It combines decades of energy intelligence and customers' own validated data, so teams can spend their time on the work that matters," said Shawn Lankton, CEO, EnergyCAP.

Developed over a year including a six-month beta program, Watts Chat has been validated with customers across multiple industries. The results Watts Chat delivers demonstrate both the breadth and the depth of decision-ready data; customers reported saving dozens of hours each month with Watts, and the highest-rated use cases reflect the daily work of utility teams: comparing usage and cost across portfolios, surfacing details instantly, and quickly answering questions from leadership and other teams.

"For quick internal information, Watts Chat is much faster. It summarizes the data, highlights key takeaways, and helps me think about what to check next. This gives me the starting point I need so I can focus on what the data is telling me," said Michele M., Energy Management Analyst, Miami-Dade County.

Watts Chat is available now to all EnergyCAP customers as part of their existing software license.

Watts Chat is the first of many exciting new capabilities that Watts AI will deliver. EnergyCAP will share additional product enhancements and offerings later this year at the 20th annual conference, Catalyst Converge (September 14-16, 2026): https://catalyst.energycap.com/converge-2026.

About EnergyCAP

EnergyCAP is the leading utility and energy management platform, trusted by more than 750 organizations and tracking more than $100 billion in utility bill value annually. EnergyCAP combines four decades of energy management expertise with purpose-built automation and AI to turn complex utility, energy, and emissions data into faster answers, fewer errors, and lower costs. For more information, visit the Watts AI product page: https://www.energycap.com/watts-ai/.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Industrial SalesLeads today released the May 2026 results from its monthly report tracking planned capital investment activity in the Food and Beverage industry. The report monitors new construction, facility expansion, and major equipment upgrade projects throughout North America. Research identified 51 new Food and Beverage projects in May 2026, representing an 8.5% increase from the 47 projects reported during the same period in 2025. Processing facility projects also continued to grow, rising 9.4% year-over-year from 32 projects in May 2025 to 35 projects in May 2026.

The following are selected highlights on new Food and Beverage industry construction news.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PROJECT TYPE

Processing Facilities - 35 New Projects

Distribution and Industrial Warehouse - 21 New Projects

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PROJECT SCOPE/ACTIVITY

New Construction - 12 New Projects

Expansion - 16 New Projects

Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 26 New Projects

Plant Closing - 4 New Projects

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PROJECT LOCATION (TOP 10 STATES)
Michigan - 8
New York - 6
California - 5
North Carolina - 3
Wisconsin - 3
Alabama - 2
Connecticut - 2
Georgia - 2
Indiana - 2
Louisiana - 2

INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT CATEGORIES IN DEMAND

In the month of May, identified industrial manufacturing project managers are procuring the following equipment:

80% - 83% - Lighting, compressed air systems, material handling/storage, lift trucks

73% - 76% - Cranes & hoists, conveyors, networking/security equipment, HVAC

60% - 69% - loading dock equipment, mechanical construction, fire protection, control systems and instrumentation

52%- 56% - Air emissions control equipment, packaging equipment, process equipment, heat exchangers, tank/vessels, floor coating

LARGEST PLANNED PROJECT
During the month of May, our research team identified 2 new Food and Beverage facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by American Sugar Refining, Inc., who is investing $200 million and has recently started the expansion and equipment upgrades on their processing facility in ARABI, LA. Completion is slated for 2028.

TOP 10 TRACKED FOOD AND BEVERAGE PROJECTS

NEW YORK:
Food product mfr. is planning to invest $170 million for the expansion of their processing and warehouse facility in AVON, NY. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction will occur in phases, with completion of the 1st phase slated for Spring 2028.

CALIFORNIA:
Beverage mfr. is planning to invest $68 million for the expansion of their processing facility in SAN LEANDRO, CA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

MICHIGAN:
Specialty beverage mfr. is planning to invest $56 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a 100,000 sf processing facility at 220 N. Alloy Dr. in FENTON, MI. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

INDIANA:
Beverage company is planning to invest $35 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades on their processing facility at 5000 W. 25th St. in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in late 2026.

CALIFORNIA:
Meat product mfr. is planning to invest $30 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades on their processing facilities in VERNON, CA and SAN BERNARDINO, CA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

MINNESOTA:
Specialty restaurant chain is planning for the construction of a 75,000 sf processing, warehouse, and office facility in LAKEVILLE, MN. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2026 and they will relocate their regional operations upon completion.

NORTH CAROLINA:
Beverage company is planning for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently acquired 177,000 sf warehouse at 1302 N. Salisbury Ave. in SALISBURY, NC. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

ALABAMA:
Food products mfr. is planning to invest $14 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades on their processing facility in BRUNDIDGE, AL. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

CALIFORNIA:
Food processing company is planning for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently leased 91,000 sf processing facility in MOUNTAIN HOUSE, CA. They will consolidate their operations upon completion.

WISCONSIN:
Frozen desserts and ice cream mfr. is planning for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently leased 43,000 sf of processing space at 5404 S. Pennsylvania Ave. in CUDAHY, WI. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

About Industrial SalesLeads, Inc.

Since 1959, Industrial SalesLeads, based in Jacksonville, FL is a leader in delivering industrial capital project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline. Our Industrial Market Intelligence, IMI identifies timely insights on companies planning significant capital investments such as new construction, expansion, relocation, equipment modernization and plant closings in industrial facilities. The Outsourced Prospecting Services, an extension to your sales team, is designed to drive growth with qualified meetings and appointments for your internal sales team. Visit us at https://salesleadsinc.com/.

Each month, our team provides hundreds of industrial reports within a variety of industries.

More information:

https://www.salesleadsinc.com/data-solutions/industrial-project-reports/

https://www.salesleadsinc.com/industry/food-and-beverage/

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NEW YORK, N.Y., Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wicked West Productions, Inc. announces the launch of The International Collectors Tariff Ball, a unique soccer ball that offers disappointed World Cup fans an inexpensive and satirical way to vent their frustrations with a World Cup that is off limits to so many of its loyal supporters. The International Collectors Tariff Ball features tariff percentage numbers including 39, 15, and 145 printed in white, yellow and red on the black pentagons of the ball's classic black and white design; it also repeats the phrase, "Level the Pitch," across the white hexagons.

With world-wide uncertainty about tariffs and travel, many of the 4-5 billion international fans of the world's most popular sport have been struggling to be part of this year's World Cup festivities held in US venues in the face of insurmountable FIFA ticket prices and other costs, while costly travel and visa restrictions add to their difficulties.

The International Collectors Tariff Ball is available now on Amazon in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Brazil for those who want to express their frustration, as a gift for soccer fans and collectors or anyone with a wicked sense of humor. The video is in English in the U.S., in English and French in Canada, in Spanish and Portuguese on Amazon in Mexico and Brazil respectively.

See our U.S. landing page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVGKQVNQ

According to Wicked West owner Lynda West, "I was living in Italy when they won the World Cup in 2006, and I will never forget the unbelievably joyful celebration. With the financial chaos of today's tariff wars, I realized how seriously this can now impact fans of the beautiful game."

Humor aside, the International Collectors Tariff Ball is a standard size 5 soccer ball, built for everyday use on grass, artificial turf or pavement; it's got a classic 32-panel design, and its durable machine-stitched PU cover and butyl bladder ensure optimal air retention and bounce. Reinforced seams provide long-lasting use. Included in the box is a 6-inch pump and needle (located inside pump).

ABOUT WICKED WEST PRODUCTIONS, INC.

Wicked West Productions is a boutique production company with film and music video credits, including "Disorderlies" (Warner Bros), "Who's the Man" (New Line), as well as "Krush Groove," and years of arena tours beginning with the original Swatch Watch NYC Fresh Festival starring hip hop legends Run-DMC, LL Cool J, Salt 'n' Pepa, and the Fat Boys. Wicked West managed and developed the careers of the Fat Boys, Ed Lover & Doctor Dre (YO!MTV RAPS and HOT 97 Radio), DJ Skribble (MTV's DJ on Spring Breaks, TRL, The Grind, etc.), as well as Fatman Scoop and Shanda of MTV's "Man and Wife" series. In 2018, Wicked West produced the YO!MTV Raps 30th Anniversary Experience show at Brooklyn's Barclays Center.

Wicked West Productions also manages the career of on-air sports analyst, JR Jackson, (JR SportBrief Show/ CBS radio) and is the founder with him of JR SportBrief Productions and SportBrief AI Solutions.

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DARWIN, Australia, Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Martin W. B. Jarvis OAM CM, Ph.D., has published a new historical novel titled "The Other Bach: The Mysterious Magdalena Wilcke" (ISBN 978-1834380001; released through Tellwell Publishing, May 2026), which explores the life of Johann Sebastian Bach's second wife, Anna Magdalena Wilcke.

The book blends historical fiction with Jarvis's long-standing interest in eighteenth-century music manuscripts and forensic document analysis. It focuses on Anna Magdalena's background as a professional musician before her marriage to Bach in 1721, and considers her proximity to the creative and musical work of the Bach household.

In describing the project, Jarvis said: "Anna Magdalena Wilcke became Bach's second wife in 1721. She was a trained and highly regarded musician at the Köthen court. The novel is an attempt to imagine her world and her possible role in the music around her."

The novel draws loosely on Jarvis's earlier academic work in forensic handwriting examination of music manuscripts attributed to Bach, including the Six Unaccompanied Cello Suites. His research formed the basis of his Ph.D. and has been the subject of a BBC documentary, "Written by Mrs. Bach - Music Under the Microscope."

Jarvis says the novel is not intended as a definitive historical claim, but rather as a fictional exploration of gaps in the historical record, particularly around women whose contributions to music history are not well documented.

The book also reflects on the broader issue of how women in music have often been under-documented in historical sources, especially in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

Dr. Jarvis is a Professorial Fellow at Charles Darwin University in Australia. His background is in music performance and forensic document examination, and he has previously served as an expert witness in legal proceedings.

"The Other Bach: The Mysterious Magdalena Wilcke" is available now.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: Martin Jarvis

Buy Link: https://a.co/d/00jHFcWs

Genre: Historical Fiction

Released: May, 2026

PAPERBACK ISBN-13: 978-1834380001

Publisher: Tellwell ( https://tellwell.ca/ )

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GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, today announced it has been named a recipient of the MortgagePoint Excellence Award for Top Technology Providers. The recognition highlights IR's innovative, unified platform, which enables lenders to operate more efficiently and make confident, data-driven decisions across the loan origination process.

IR brings credit, verification and borrower data solutions together in a single, cohesive platform. By simplifying the tech stack and streamlining key workflows, IR helps clients manage costs, improve pull-through and enhance performance at every stage of origination. Integrations with leading loan origination systems and top data providers eliminate friction across credit, income and asset verification processes.

IR offerings include:

* The Credit Platform: powers a full suite of solutions including soft pulls, hard pulls, tri-merge, FICO 10T, VantageScore 4.0, Mortgage Refresh, Account Refresh and simulators.

* SoftQual™: enables prequalification without impacting borrower credit scores, while automated data transfers into loan origination systems reduce manual work and improve accuracy.

* The Verification Platform: delivers a customizable waterfall across instant databases, payroll providers and manual verification, integrating with The Work Number®, Experian Verify, AccountChek®, and more.

* Action Center: a self-service portal enabling loan officers and processors to make changes, request supplements and letters of explanation, and resolve issues directly from the credit report.

A robust data and analytics layer supports multiple IR solutions with dashboards, audit trails, reporting and platform reliability. Over the past year, IR expanded its technology footprint with five new integrations, including a partnership with Halcyon to automate income validation and add IRS tax transcript access, expanded verification options with Thomas & Company, and the introduction of The Work Number Report Indicator from Equifax to provide earlier insight into borrower employment status.

"This recognition reflects the work our team puts into solving real problems for lenders every day," said CEO Matt Orlando. "Our platform was built to cut through the complexity of the origination process. When lenders can better manage credit and verification costs, improve pull-through and lower repurchase risk using a single, connected platform, we know we're succeeding. We're proud to be named among the top technology providers in the industry and remain committed to raising that bar."

Explore the full list of MortgagePoint Excellence Award recipients: https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/06/15/meet-this-years-mortgagepoint-tech-excellence-award-recipients/.

About Informative Research

Informative Research, a Stewart company, is a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community. The solutions provider currently serves mortgage companies, banks and lenders throughout the United States. The company is recognized for streamlining the loan process with its straightforward service model, progressive solutions and cutting-edge technology. To learn more, visit https://www.informativeresearch.com.

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TORRANCE, Calif., Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DocMagic® announced today it has again been named a recipient of the MortgagePoint Tech Excellence Award. The annual award recognizes the most innovative technology providers in the mortgage industry. According to MortgagePoint, the Tech Excellence Award "highlights companies that deliver cutting-edge solutions, improve operational efficiency and enhance the mortgage process through technology."

MortgagePoint selected DocMagic as a winner for the second consecutive year based on its continued innovation and measurable impact across the digital mortgage lifecycle. Over nearly four decades, the company has evolved from a provider of document generation into a fully connected platform that supports document prep, compliance, eSignature, closing and eVaulting in a single environment.

Despite a challenging market, DocMagic's digital closing platform continued to grow in 2025. eClosings increased nearly 31% year over year, with eNote activity growing even faster. Since 2022, the company has supported hundreds of thousands of eClosings and now accounts for nearly 12% of all industry eNote registrations.

"We're proud to be recognized again by MortgagePoint," said Lori Johnson, COO of DocMagic. "What matters most to us is helping our clients operate with more certainty and less friction. That means giving them tools that make closings faster, compliance easier and operations more efficient. It's what we've been doing for almost 40 years."

DocMagic continues to develop proprietary innovations. The company recently secured two U.S. patents related to electronic loan document technology and enabled the industry's first electronic home equity line of credit registration with the MERS® eRegistry. Most recently, its SmartSAFE eVault earned MISMO's eVault System Certification, adding to existing MISMO certifications for its eClosing system and remote online notarization capabilities.

Across market cycles, DocMagic has maintained a focus on reliability, compliance and scale. That consistency has allowed lenders, credit unions and independent mortgage banks to expand digital execution without adding operational burden or risk.

The MortgagePoint Tech Excellence Awards annually spotlight organizations advancing essential technology across mortgage and real estate. To learn more and view the full list of honorees, visit https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/06/15/meet-this-years-mortgagepoint-tech-excellence-award-recipients/.

About DocMagic:

DocMagic® provides a complete digital mortgage platform for the mortgage industry, delivering proprietary document generation, automated compliance, eSignature, eClosing, eNotarization, eNote and eVault technology in one unified solution. Built on nearly 40 years of innovation, DocMagic helps lenders, settlement service providers and investors move loans from application through post-closing with greater speed, accuracy and confidence. AI deepens that foundation through the company's Intelligent Agentic Network. For more information, visit http://www.docmagic.com.

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GULF BREEZE, Fla., Jun 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Calling Out the Shadows: A Father's Stand Against the Current" (ISBN: 979-8995335160) is a memoir released June 16 through Neal Winsomer Publishing LLC. Over the course of 10 years, the author, Neal Winsomer, observed, recorded and reflected on the challenging dynamics of co-parenting in a high-conflict environment. What emerged was not only a personal account, but a thoughtful examination of how difficult behaviors were identified over time, how they were navigated with intention, and what hard-won lessons were learned along the way.

Built from 999 documented hours of writing, the book offers a measured, grounded perspective on one of the most emotionally complex situations a parent can face - and charts a path toward clarity, boundaries and healing.

"What began as a letter to my daughter turned into a memoir and a practical guide," says Winsomer.

Written with empathy and care, the book speaks to anyone who may be navigating a relationship - past or present - with someone who exhibits narcissistic traits or has Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). It offers thoughtful guidance on how to respond, react and reset when toxic communication is directed your way.

A central theme throughout is that Winsomer believes the healthiest and most effective responses are those that rise above - ones that deliberately avoid mirroring the same tactics or characteristics being used against you.

A restricted language framework of 2,150 words and phrases was applied throughout the manuscript's narrative chapters - serving genuine voice, legal durability and platform compliance simultaneously.

This is not a prescriptive guide. It's one man's account of what he did and how he stayed focused on his daughter.

The 10 appendices translate that experience into tools others can actually use and include:

* An A-to-Z behavioral reference list covering narcissistic traits and tactics

* 24 identified deflective and evasive communication patterns for high conflict co-parenting

* AI-supported court documentation frameworks for building credible, durable records

* A protected narrative approach for telling sensitive stories with legal and platform compliance

"Calling Out the Shadows" is available in:

* Paperback: 979-8-9953351-1-5

* Hardcover: 979-8-9953351-6-0

* eBook: 979-8-9953351-7-7

* Audiobook: 979-8-9953351-2-2

* Skimmer Edition eBook: 979-8-9953351-3-9

* Large Print Edition Volume 1 979-8-9953351-4-6

Large Print Edition Volume 2 979-8-9953351-8-4

* Library Audio Edition: 979-8-9953351-0-8

ABOUT NEAL WINSOMER

Neal Winsomer is the author and creator of "Protected Narrative Pathway Solutions" - a structured approach to help individuals share sensitive stories with security and authenticity. "Calling Out the Shadows" is his first book. He consults, speaks and offers strategic guidance for those ready to bring their stories from the shadows into the light.

ABOUT NEAL WINSOMER PUBLISHING LLC

Neal Winsomer Publishing is a small imprint serving as the author's home for his works and is a member of the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA).

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NEW ORLEANS, La., Jun 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Move For Hunger, a national nonprofit dedicated to reducing food waste and fighting hunger, will bring companies and communities from across the multifamily industry together for Parade With A Purpose, a Mardi Gras-style second line parade in New Orleans followed by a hands-on snack kit event benefiting local kids facing hunger.

The event will take place on Thursday, June 18 at 5 PM during Apartmentalize 2026, the National Apartment Association's annual conference. Designed as a high-energy service opportunity, Parade With A Purpose gives attendees a meaningful way to connect with their teams, support the local community, and help provide meals for children and families in need.

"Parade With A Purpose brings the spirit of New Orleans together with the compassion and generosity of the multifamily industry," said Adam Lowy, Founder and Executive Director of Move For Hunger. "It is a reminder that when people come together with purpose, even a parade can become a powerful way to fight hunger."

The event is presented by Valet Living, with additional support from Updater, All My Sons Moving & Storage, and CSC ServiceWorks. Participating organizations include the Apartment Association of Greater New Orleans, Florida Apartment Association, Detroit Metropolitan Apartment Association, APTS of NY, Property Management Association of Mid Michigan (PMAMM), Delaware Apartment Association, The Michaels Organization, Grace Hill, National Exemption Service, Georgia Apartment Association, Washtenaw Area Apartment Association, and other industry leaders committed to making an impact beyond the conference floor.

"Valet Living is proud to support Parade With A Purpose and partner with Move For Hunger to help turn a major industry gathering into meaningful community impact," said Matt Graves, President and COO at Valet Living. "The multifamily industry has a unique ability to bring people together, and this event is a powerful example of how connection, service, and a shared commitment to fighting hunger can make a difference for families in need."

"At Move For Hunger, we believe every industry gathering is an opportunity to do good," Lowy added. "We are grateful to our sponsors, partners, and every team joining us in New Orleans to help turn movement into meals for neighbors in need."

Move For Hunger is inviting Apartmentalize attendees, companies, and community partners to join the parade, start a team, or make a donation in support of the event at https://moveforhunger.org/parade-with-a-purpose.

ABOUT MOVE FOR HUNGER

Move For Hunger is a national nonprofit organization that fights hunger and food waste by mobilizing the moving, relocation, and multifamily housing industries to rescue surplus food and deliver it to local food banks. Since 2009, Move For Hunger's network has delivered more than 82 million pounds of food, providing more than 68 million meals to those in need across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more at https://moveforhunger.org/.

ABOUT VALET LIVING

For three decades, Valet Living has been the premier provider of the most used amenity services in the multifamily industry. The company delivers increased community asset value, reduced workload for on-site staff, and an enriching resident living experience. With industry-leading technology and more than 8,000 trusted associates, Valet Living serves more than 2 million apartment homes nationwide. Valet Living is a portfolio company of the private equity group GI Partners.

News Source: Move For Hunger

Related link: https://moveforhunger.org/

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AUSTIN, Texas, Jun 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today that Tedd Smith, chief executive officer, has been named to the 2026 National Mortgage Professional Legends of Lending. The honor recognizes mortgage professionals who have made enduring contributions to the industry through innovation, leadership and long-term impact.

Smith is a co-founder of FirstClose and has led the company since its inception. Under his leadership, FirstClose has grown to serve more than 225 financial institutions and supports $129 billion in funded loans. The company's platform enables lenders to close home equity and second mortgage loans in seven days or less through workflow automation and deep LOS integrations.

"This recognition reflects the work of an exceptional team and the lenders who have trusted us to reimagine what the closing process can look like," Smith said. "We started FirstClose because we believed technology could fundamentally change the economics of home equity lending, and that belief drives every decision we make."

Smith's career in mortgage and housing finance spans more than 30 years. He previously co-founded Flood Zones, Inc., a nationwide automated flood zone certification firm acquired by TransUnion Corporation and now part of Cotality, and Home Equity Loan Corporation, which was sold in 1999.

This year's Legends of Lending honorees are featured at nationalmortgageprofessional.com.

About FirstClose

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, FirstClose, Inc. provides fintech solutions to HELOC and mortgage lenders nationwide. The company's mission is to increase profitability and reduce costs for mortgage lenders. FirstClose makes this possible through offering systems and relationships that enable lenders to assist their borrowers more effectively, reduce closing costs, and ultimately shorten closing times. For more information, visit https://firstclose.com.

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FREEHOLD, N.J., Jun 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Drivers throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties now have a new hometown destination for all things Jeep and Chrysler. Raceway Jeep of Freehold has officially opened its doors at 4041 Route 9 North in Freehold, New Jersey, bringing an expansive inventory of new Jeep and Chrysler vehicles, along with expert service, to the local community.

To welcome the community and introduce the dealership to the region, Raceway Jeep of Freehold is offering current Jeep and Chrysler owners a complimentary oil change and car wash through June 30, 2026. It's the dealership's way of saying thank you to the drivers who already know and love these brands and of introducing itself to those who haven't yet made the switch.

Beyond its new vehicle lineup, Raceway Jeep of Freehold is designed around customer convenience. The dealership features express service lanes, complimentary car washes with every service visit, loaner vehicle availability, and pickup and delivery options, making it easier than ever to keep your vehicle in top condition without disrupting your day. The dealership's technicians receive regular, ongoing training to stay current on the latest vehicle technology and manufacturer specifications, ensuring that every customer's vehicle receives precise, up-to-date care.

"We are incredibly proud to officially open Raceway Jeep of Freehold and bring Jeep and Chrysler back to Monmouth County," said Jake Lebowitz, Dealer Principal, Raceway Jeep of Freehold. "We made a substantial investment in a state-of-the-art sales and service facility, and we assembled a team of factory-trained and certified Jeep Master Technicians to deliver the level of care this community deserves. This is more than the opening of a dealership - it's the return of a premier Jeep destination in Freehold, and we're excited to serve local families, businesses, and Jeep enthusiasts for years to come."

Raceway Jeep of Freehold is located at 4041 Route 9 North, Freehold, NJ. For more information, inventory, or to schedule service, visit RacewayJeep.com.

ABOUT RACEWAY JEEP OF FREEHOLD

Raceway Jeep of Freehold is a full-service Jeep and Chrysler dealership located at 4041 Route 9 North in Freehold, New Jersey. Serving drivers throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties, the dealership offers a wide selection of new vehicles, factory-trained service technicians, and customer-first amenities including express service, loaner vehicles, and complimentary car washes. For more information, visit: https://www.racewayjeep.com/.

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DENVER, Colo., Jun 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AgingIN, a nonprofit advancing innovation in eldercare, is hosting a Longevity Summit that will unite leading voices in senior living, healthcare, and aging research to explore how communities can better support longer, healthier lives. Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Shelly Chadha of the World Health Organization, the summit will be held Aug. 10 and is part of AgingIN's annual conference, Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age, which runs through Aug. 13.

At the summit, Dr. Chadha will discuss the WHO's focus on practical ways senior living organizations can operationalize healthspan principles using evidence-based frameworks. Using its Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) community-based approach, organizations can work to preserve functional ability through early intervention in areas such as mobility, cognition, nutrition, vision, hearing, and emotional well-being.

According to a newly released national survey from Ziegler, 85.8% of senior living leaders say healthspan will be "very important" to the next generation of residents, reflecting growing demand for communities that support mobility, brain health, independence, social connection, and preventative care. The findings point to a major shift in how operators are thinking about aging, wellness, and long-term resident engagement.

The Ziegler research found that senior living leaders most closely associate healthspan with:

* Healthy aging (81.8%)

* Independence (77.3%)

* Mobility (74.5%)

* Brain health (72.7%)

* Strength and physical function (65.5%)

* Social connection (53.6%)

"Closing the gap between healthspan and lifespan is one of the most important opportunities in aging today. It's not enough to simply add years to life; we must add life to those years. This means reimagining senior living as a place where people can maintain purpose, independence, and well-being for as long as possible," said Susan Ryan, AgingIN CEO. "At AgingIN, we are committed to helping organizations move beyond longevity as a metric and toward quality of life as the true measure of success."

The survey also revealed that organizations are already investing in healthspan-focused initiatives, including strength and mobility programs, cognitive engagement, fall prevention, preventative health assessments, purpose-driven programming, and lifestyle interventions designed to maintain function and reduce decline.

Yet significant challenges remain. More than 60% of respondents cited workforce capacity as the biggest barrier to expanding healthspan initiatives, while nearly half identified uncertainty around cost and return on investment.

Topics at the summit include:

* The global healthspan framework shaping the future of aging

* Practical strategies to embed well-being into care delivery

* How healthspan influences consumer preference and market relevance

* Workforce well-being as a driver of retention and quality outcomes

* Memory care and higher acuity applications rooted in dignity

* Lifestyle interventions that help prevent decline

* Innovation models that translate research into operational results

* Scalable actions organizations can implement immediately

Registration is now open for interested senior living executives, clinicians, wellness leaders, operators, board members, and professionals interested in the future of aging services. To learn more and secure your spot, visit: https://aginginnovation.org/events/annual-conference/.

About AgingIN

AgingIN is a global nonprofit dedicated to being the catalyst for person-directed living and empowered cultures in the community of one's choice. Their consulting, technical assistance, and education services empower aging services providers to implement lasting change and transformation that is meaningful and measurable. Formerly known as the Center for Innovation, AgingIN was born from the merging of two of the most influential voices in eldercare transformation: Pioneer Network and THE GREEN HOUSE(r) Project. For more information, visit: https://aginginnovation.org/.

News Source: AgingIN

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AUSTIN, Texas, Jun 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Velocity Credit Union is proud to celebrate the opening of its new Southwest Austin branch, a modern, expanded facility designed to better serve its growing membership across Central Texas. Located at 3419 Davis Lane, Austin, TX 78745, the full-service branch opened in late May and offers enhanced convenience, expanded services, and a welcoming space for members and the community.

The new location replaces Velocity's former Southwest Austin branch at 4220 S. Lamar Blvd., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78704, as part of the credit union's continued investment in serving members where they live, work, and thrive.

To mark the opening, Velocity Credit Union hosted a grand opening celebration featuring special product offers, including loan and mortgage discounts, promotional certificate rates, exclusive sweepstakes giveaways, and opportunities for members and community partners to tour the new branch.

Designed with Members in Mind:

The new Southwest Austin location reflects Velocity's continued commitment to delivering convenient, modern financial services in a welcoming and flexible environment.

Members will enjoy:

* Two ITM drive-thru lanes offering 24/7 ATM access or live teller service during business hours

* A spacious, comfortable branch layout designed for flexibility and a stress-free experience

* Private offices for confidential conversations about loans, accounts, or financial planning

* Expanded services to support everything from everyday transactions to complex financial needs

"This new location represents an important investment in our members and our community," said Debbie Mitchell, President & CEO. "As Central Texas continues to grow, we are committed to growing with it-providing innovative solutions, expanded access, and personalized service every step of the way."

The new branch will also offer expanded hours for greater convenience:

Lobby Hours
Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Drive-Thru Hours
Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Velocity Credit Union looks forward to welcoming members to this modern facility and continuing help them manage their financial lives with the trusted, personalized service they expect.

For more information, visit: https://www.velocitycu.com/.

About Velocity Credit Union

Velocity Credit Union has served Central Texans for more than 75 years with a mission to provide exceptional financial products, personal service, and support for the communities it serves. Membership is open to those who live or work in the five-county Austin area. Velocity Credit Union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration. Equal Housing Lender.

News Source: Velocity Credit Union

Related link: https://www.velocitycu.com/

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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Jun 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Serenity Living Home Care announced the opening of its second residential care home in Palm Beach Gardens, responding to a growing waitlist of Palm Beach County families searching for a more personal alternative to traditional nursing facilities.

The first location reached full capacity and a waitlist formed quickly. The families calling had the same thing in common: they wanted something smaller, more personal, and more attentive than what most facilities offer. A home where staff know each resident by name, where meals are cooked fresh, and where care is not driven by a one-size-fits-all policy. Serenity Living built that with its first location. The second one exists because the demand never stopped.

"When your first home fills up with people you genuinely love caring for, you know you're doing something right and you know more families out there still need this," said Stephanie Heredia, Administrator of Serenity Living Home Care. "This second location is for every family that called us and had to wait. That wait is over."

Both Palm Beach Gardens homes keep resident numbers intentionally small. Staff have time to sit with someone having a quiet morning and ask how they are doing. Care plans are written around each individual, not a facility-wide policy. Services include personal care assistance, medication management and daily activities shaped around what each resident actually enjoys.

For families currently in that exhausting search, the new location is now open and accepting inquiries. Tours are available and every question is welcome at the Palm Beach Gardens residential care page: https://www.serenitylivingalf.com/residential-care-palm-beach-gardens-fl/.

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4o9V3TCtC1uWPhTRA

ABOUT SERENITY LIVING HOME CARE:

Serenity Living Home Care is a licensed residential assisted living provider in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The company was built around one idea: that seniors deserve to live somewhere that actually feels like home. More information is available at https://www.serenitylivingalf.com/.

News Source: Serenity Living Home Care

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LAS VEGAS, Nev., Jun 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA), together with The Industry Group (TIG) and KioskIndustry.org, announced its participation in InfoComm 2026, the premier North American exhibition for professional audiovisual and interactive technologies. The organization will be exhibiting in Booth C6001 and invites system integrators, enterprise buyers, retailers, healthcare organizations, airports, smart city planners, and digital signage professionals to schedule meetings during the event.

As interactive displays, AI-powered interfaces, digital signage, and self-service kiosks continue to converge, InfoComm has become one of the most important events for organizations deploying customer-facing technology. KMA expects this year's show to highlight the growing intersection of enterprise AV, workplace experience, digital concierge systems, smart campuses, and experiential retail.

Visitors to the KMA booth will be able to discuss trends in kiosk hardware, digital signage software, touch technology, edge AI computing, accessibility, and interactive display solutions. Featured technologies include secure kiosk software, AI-enabled communications platforms, room scheduling displays, rugged enterprise tablets, and all-in-one collaboration systems.

In addition to the booth presence, KMA has developed a special executive walking tour that highlights many of the companies shaping the future of interactive technology. Recommended stops include LG Electronics, 22Miles, Giada, BrightSign, IAdea, Appspace, DynaScan, DISPLAX, E Ink, Advantech, and other innovators across the digital signage and self-service ecosystem.

According to KMA Executive Director Craig Allen Keefner, "The traditional boundaries between kiosks, digital signage, workplace communications, and AI-powered customer engagement are disappearing. InfoComm has become one of the best places to see how these technologies are coming together to create the next generation of interactive experiences."

Industry analyst Elliot Maras will also be attending the event, conducting interviews and gathering insights for post-show coverage and market analysis.

KMA is offering complimentary exhibit hall passes and encourages attendees to use registration code KIO978 when registering for the event.

Organizations interested in partnerships, media interviews, market intelligence, or private executive meetings during InfoComm are encouraged to make arrangements in advance.

For meeting requests and media inquiries:

Craig Allen Keefner
Executive Director, Kiosk Manufacturer Association
Editor, KioskIndustry.org
Email: craigkeefner@pm.me

For additional information, visit https://KioskIndustry.org and follow ongoing InfoComm 2026 coverage throughout the event.

News Source: The Industry Group

Related link: https://industrygroup.org/

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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jun 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Data from the HotDeals Consumer Savings Index indicates that code-level verification is reshaping how consumers interact with online coupons. Two weeks after launch, the verification system now covers more than 38,000 merchant pages and over 400,000 promo codes across 23 international markets.

The expansion signals a shift in consumer expectations: shoppers increasingly look for evidence that a code works before attempting to apply it at checkout, rather than relying on trial and error.

KEY FINDINGS

According to the HotDeals Consumer Savings Index:

* Verification coverage: The system tracks 400,000+ promo codes across 38,000+ merchant pages in 23 markets. In the U.S. alone, 15,422 merchant pages and 217,129 codes are monitored.

* Consumer trust signals: Of all tracked codes in the U.S., approximately 35,000 currently meet the threshold to display verification badges, backed by nearly 3.7 million savings records collected from real transactions.

* Geographic variation: France (4,177 merchants, 32,403 codes) and Germany (4,694 merchants, 37,140 codes) represent the largest European coverage, with the U.K. (5,835 merchants, 43,628 codes) leading in merchant count outside the U.S.

* Global savings data: Across all 23 markets, the system has accumulated nearly 9 million savings records within two weeks, providing a growing dataset for code validation.

MARKET COVERAGE

Top five markets by verification coverage:

* United States: 15,422 merchants, 217,129 codes

* United Kingdom: 5,835 merchants, 43,628 codes

* Germany: 4,694 merchants, 37,140 codes

* France: 4,177 merchants, 32,403 codes

* Australia: 1,393 merchants, 9,487 codes

Additional markets include Canada, Brazil, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Poland, Denmark, Japan, and 10 others across Europe and Asia-Pacific.

HOW CODE VERIFICATION WORKS

The HotDeals Consumer Savings Index draws from two independent data streams:

1. Aggregated Transaction Outcomes - The system tracks which codes produce confirmed results at checkout, scoring each code based on recent activity frequency across the platform.

2. Brand Expert Testing - Category-specific testers validate codes directly on merchant websites, confirming discount amounts, eligibility conditions, and active status.

Codes meeting both thresholds receive a verification indicator visible to shoppers before they attempt to use the code.

WHY IT MATTERS

A significant portion of promo codes listed across the web are expired, restricted, or no longer functional. This creates a negative experience for consumers who spend time testing codes that ultimately fail at checkout.

Code Verification addresses this trust gap by surfacing real transaction data alongside each listing, allowing consumers to make informed decisions about which codes to try.

"The pattern we observe is consistent across markets," noted the HotDeals Research Team. "Consumers want evidence that a discount works, not just a promise. Verification changes the coupon experience from guesswork to informed selection."

About HotDeals

HotDeals (https://www.hotdeals.com/) is a verified coupon platform where real users test promo codes so shoppers don't have to. The HotDeals Consumer Savings Index tracks coupon effectiveness and consumer savings behavior across 23 countries.

Learn more: https://www.hotdeals.com/

News Source: HotDeals

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MESA, Ariz., Jun 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint® Educational Systems today announced that Synergy® Education Platform has been selected as winner of the "Next-Gen School Solution of the Year" award in the 8th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

Synergy Education Platform is a modern K-12 student data management system built to connect insight to action across the full student lifecycle. With a single, unified data model underlying student information, teaching and learning, student support, district operations, and analytics, Synergy gives districts a seamless foundation for managing daily work, improving visibility, and supporting timely decisions.

Built around four natively connected solution areas-Core SIS, Teaching & Learning, Student Support, and District Productivity-Synergy provides one source of truth and one access point for the role-based tools and real-time information needed for daily operations, classroom instruction, student services, communication, and reporting.

Synergy connects teaching and learning with the broader student lifecycle by tying curriculum, instruction, grading, and performance data directly to the student record and related workflows. Teachers can use real-time gradebook, LMS, and assessment data to identify learning needs, adjust instruction, and connect students to additional support when needed.

That same shared data supports coordinated student services across MTSS, 504, and special education processes. Because instructional context, intervention history, documentation, and progress data stay with the student, educators and support teams can work from complete, current information as needs change over time-and classroom teachers can continue supporting students with the right context in view.

Across district operations, Synergy extends that same connected foundation to administrative workflows, communication, program management, and reporting. Interactive analytics and role-based dashboards help leaders reveal patterns, improve consistency, and make faster, better-informed decisions.

"Synergy Education Platform is a modern student data management system that blurs the lines between SIS, instruction, and student support workflows," said Steve Johansson, managing director, EdTech Breakthrough. "Districts and educators can quickly identify what needs attention and take the next step within the same system, without delays or workarounds."

The EdTech Breakthrough Awards program recognizes standout educational technology products and companies across the global edtech market. In its 8th annual cycle, the program drew a record number of nominations from innovators across more than 20 countries.

"Being recognized again by EdTech Breakthrough reinforces the continued relevance of our platform strategy," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. "Synergy reflects where K-12 technology is headed: toward unified systems that reduce complexity, improve visibility, and help educators act with greater speed and confidence."

About Edupoint Educational Systems

Edupoint Educational Systems is a leading education technology company focused on simplifying K-12 operations and instruction. Its Synergy Education Platform unifies student information, teaching and learning, student support, operations, and analytics in one modern system-helping educators turn data into action. For more than 25 years, districts of all sizes have relied on Synergy to support both immediate needs and long-term growth.

More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 21 states. Learn more at https://www.edupoint.com/.

About EdTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the EdTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in educational technology products, companies and people. The EdTech Breakthrough Awards provide a platform for public recognition around the achievements of breakthrough educational technology in categories including remote learning, student engagement, school administration, career preparation, language learning, STEM education and more. For more information, visit EdTechBreakthrough.com.

Tech Breakthrough LLC does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our recognition programs, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with award designations. Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Tech Breakthrough LLC disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this recognition program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

News Source: Edupoint Educational Systems

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

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CHICO, Calif., Jun 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With West Coast architectural fees climbing to historic highs, standard residential design services are rapidly becoming cost-prohibitive for middle-class homebuilders. In a direct bid to dismantle this financial bottleneck, California-based manufacturer Sierra Log and Timber today announced the rollout of a flat-rate $950 custom 3D architectural drafting program available across its digital footprint at loghomefloorplans.shop.

Traditionally, custom home planning requires a major upfront financial gamble. Standard regional architecture firms routinely charge between 8% to 15% of total projected construction costs-or demand $5,000 to $15,000 upfront - just to produce initial concept layout sketches. This financial barrier has left thousands of Western property owners locked out of the market, paralyzed by high interest rates and the fear of the unknown before they can even secure accurate local builder estimates.

"The traditional home design process is fundamentally broken for today's economy," said Larry Trimboli, founder of Sierra Log and Timber. "Homeowners shouldn't have to risk $10,000 of their savings just to see if a house layout will fit their land or their budget. By utilizing our direct-from-the-mill digital drafting system, we are absorbing that upfront financial risk for our clients. For $950, we give them a hyper-realistic, code-viable 3D model that acts as their financial shield against construction cost inflation."

Sierra Log and Timber's new programmatic release completely rewrites the pre-construction timeline. For a flat fee of $950, property owners can submit their custom home ideas, site parameters, or raw sketches to an in-house drafting team. The company then develops a complete, fully customized 3D architectural study set from scratch, tailored perfectly to the client's specific acreage or suburban parcel.

Crucially, these custom 3D design sets give buyers the exact asset they need to break the market freeze: total cost certainty. Instead of guessing at material and trade costs, clients can take their finished 3D study sets directly to local general contractors, subcontractors, and construction lenders to secure guaranteed, itemized bids before committing to a major long-term loan.

The flat-rate custom 3D design program is optimized specifically for the company's core Western footprint, covering California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, Colorado, and Montana. The program applies seamlessly across Sierra Log & Timber's extensive engineering categories, including its premium solid Red Cedar log packages, modern heavy-timber frames, barndominiums, and the newly launched ADU 750 fee-exempt secondary dwelling series.

To ensure complete design flexibility, the flat rate includes full architectural revisions of windows, doors, interior partition walls, and rooflines to match local county zoning, snow load, and wind engineering requirements.

Property owners looking to bypass traditional architectural markups and lock down real pre-construction numbers can claim a custom 3D drafting slot directly at: https://loghomefloorplans.shop/.

ABOUT SIERRA LOG AND TIMBER:

Based in Chico, California, Sierra Log and Timber is a premier manufacturer of mill-direct solid Red Cedar log homes, cabins, barndominiums, and accessory dwelling units (ADUs), providing premium structural packages and advanced 3D digital drafting services nationwide. Learn more at: https://sierralogandtimber.com/.

News Source: Sierra Log and Timber

Related link: https://sierralogandtimber.com/

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jun 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Natural Transplants, a leader in physician-led hair restoration, and Cherry, a leading patient financing platform, today announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving access to high-quality hair transplant procedures nationwide. Alongside the partnership, the companies released an exclusive 2026 guide to hair transplant cost in the U.S., offering new insight into the significant cost disparities patients face across major metropolitan markets.

Drawing from Q1 2026 financing request data submitted through Cherry's network of specialty hair restoration practices, the report reveals substantial regional variation in hair transplant pricing throughout the United States. According to the data, Los Angeles ranks as the nation's most expensive market, with average procedure costs reaching approximately $15,000. By comparison, patients in Miami-Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, and Boston reported average costs closer to $7,000. Other major metro areas fell across a wide spectrum, including Seattle at $12,250, Denver at $11,874, Chicago at $10,000, and Washington, D.C. at $8,400.

The findings underscore a growing challenge within the aesthetic medical industry: where a patient lives can significantly impact both affordability and access to care.

"Patients should never have to compromise on quality because of geography or financial limitations," said Dr. Matt Huebner. "This partnership with Cherry allows us to remove many of the traditional barriers to treatment by combining flexible financing with travel support programs that make world-class hair restoration more accessible to patients nationwide."

Through the partnership, Natural Transplants will continue offering travel incentives for patients visiting its flagship clinics in Fort Lauderdale and Washington, D.C., enabling individuals to prioritize surgical expertise and clinical outcomes over proximity alone. Combined with Cherry's financing platform - which includes flexible monthly payment options, promotional 0% APR plans for qualified patients, and a soft credit check application process - patients can better manage both treatment and travel expenses.

In conjunction with this announcement, both companies have published in-depth articles to help patients better understand the financial considerations and variables involved in hair restoration:

* Natural Transplants explores the full breakdown of regional pricing and what patients can expect for their investment in their comprehensive guide: How Much Does a Hair Transplant Cost (In The United States)?

* Cherry provides a closer look at the specific variables influencing these prices and how accessible financing for both clinics and patients can bridge the gap in their latest post: Hair Transplant Cost: Full 2026 U.S. Pricing Breakdown

ABOUT NATURAL TRANSPLANTS

Natural Transplants is a premier hair restoration practice specializing in advanced FUE and FUT procedures designed to deliver natural-looking, long-term results. Known for its physician-led approach and commitment to clinical excellence, the company serves patients nationwide through its clinics in Fort Lauderdale and Washington, D.C. https://naturaltransplants.com/

ABOUT CHERRY

Cherry is a leading patient financing platform that helps make elective healthcare procedures more accessible through flexible monthly payment options. Designed to simplify the financing experience for both providers and patients, Cherry partners with medical practices nationwide to help individuals move forward with treatment confidently and affordably. https://withcherry.com/

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