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Receive updates on recent PPP infrastructure developments at SMi’s 12th annual Benelux Infrastructure Forum | 18th and 19th November 2013, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Friday, October 25th, 2013


Amsterdam (PRWEB UK) 13 October 2013

The Benelux region has seen a strong pipeline of projects come to market, and with more on the way (around 5 to 6bn worth in the next five years in the Netherlands alone), the Benelux PPP market is seen as good value for money. Investors, both domestic and foreign, are continually attracted by the regions balanced distribution of risks, standardisation and transparency.

Against this backdrop, SMis 12th annual Benelux Infrastructure Forum will provide an unparalleled opportunity to learn from and network with the most senior level speakers across all aspects of the infrastructure community. The two-day programme will contain an array of recent PPP case-studies from the Benelux region, which will expand your knowledge and provide the information required to help attract and secure international investors.

Speaker Panel includes:

Willem Stitselaar, Managing Director, Macquarie Capital
Benoit Theys, Real Estate & PPP Finance Manager, AG Real Estate
Thibaut Willems, Counsel, NautaDutilh
Jan Willem van Roggen, Managing Director Infrastructure & Renewables, NIBC Bank
Johan Mouraux, Partner, DLA Piper
Faraidon Saheb-Zadha, Director, Barclays
Steven Van Garsse, Manager, Flemish PPP Knowledge Centre
Roeland van der Zee, Senior Consultant, Aon Global Risk Consulting
Errol Scholten, Director PPP Assets, Strukton Integrale Projecten
Erik Jan Snik, Coordinator, Public Private Investments, Ministry of Finance
Karel Joos, Director, Interel Belgium
Arent van Wassenaer, Partner, Allen&Overy
Jeroen Ki

In Light of the Recent Bank Crisis in Cyprus, IRA Financial Group Clients Looking to Hold Gold Personally in their Self-Directed IRA Accounts

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013


Miami, FL (PRWEB) May 07, 2013

IRA Financial Group, the leading provider of self-directed IRA LLCs, has seen a growing number of retirement investor looking to protect their retirement funds from a Cyprus type banking crisis that could wipe out their retirement savings. We have seen a growing number of retirement investors looking to hold gold and IRS approve coins, such as American Eagles, personally, stated Adam Bergman, a tax attorney with the IRA Financial Group.

Cyprus, which has been a member of the European Union since 2004 and the Euro zone since 2008, was recently on the brink of financial collapse. Its two major banks, the Popular (Laiki) and the Bank of Cyprus were abruptly closed on March 15, 2013 until further notice. A large number of U.S. investors took notice what occurred in Cyprus and turned to holding gold and American Eagle coins personally in a self-directed IRA LLC, stated Mr. Bergman. “Holding gold personally in a self-directed IRA has offered retirement investors a safeguard against a U.S. bank crisis akin to what occurred in Cyprus in 2013, ” stated Mr. Bergman.

Unlike precious metals, the Internal revenue Code and the legislative history does not include a requirement that IRS approved coins be held in the physical possession of a U.S. trustee. When it comes to coins or metals, Internal revenue Code Section 408 is generally the provision that applies. In general, collectibles such as artworks, rugs, stamps, certain coins, beverages and antiques, etc. are not allowed within a Self-Directed IRA LLC pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 408.

Internal Revenue Code Section 408 is specific as to what defines a collectible. Some notable exceptions are allowed for certain gold (such as American Eagle) and silver coins and any coins issued by a state. Legislation in 1997 further liberalized the rules for IRAs by making reference to specific definitions of acceptable coins in USCS, title 31; IRC sections 5112(a), (e) and (k); the Commodity Exchange Act; and IRC section 408(m)(3).

Holding gold coins personally in a self-directed IRA LLC as provided a number of pour clients with comfort that their retirement funds will be protected in the case of a domestic banking crisis, stated Maria Ritsi, a paralegal with the IRA Financial Group. IRA Financial Group does recommend that its clients hold IRS approved gold and coins at a depository or IRS approved trustee.

The IRA Financial Group was founded by a group of top law firm tax and ERISA lawyers who have worked at some of the largest law firms in the United States, such as White & Case LLP, Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP, and Thelen LLP.

IRA Financial Group is the market’s leading provider of “checkbook control” self-directed IRA LLC structures. IRA Financial Group has helped thousands of clients take back control over their retirement funds while gaining the ability to invest in almost any type of investment, including real estate without custodian consent.

To learn more about the IRA Financial Group please visit our website at http://www.irafinancialgroup.com or call 800-472-0646.







Woman Who Experienced Recent Loss Wins Mercedes-Benz at Lyme Release Alliance Time for Lyme Gala

Saturday, April 27th, 2013


Greenwich, CT (PRWEB) April 22, 2013

When Sara Hager decided at the last minute to attend Lyme Research Alliances (LRA) Time for Lyme Gala recently, she never dreamed shed go home the winner of a brand-new Mercedes-Benz.

Sara, a retired Georgetown University Italian language professor who is still connected with the University, was in Greenwich as the houseguest of longtime friends Darcy and John Hadjipatras. They insisted I come to Greenwich to visit for the weekend, said Sara, an Oakton, VA resident who lost her husband of 50 years to acute leukemia in December.

The group went to an off-Broadway play in the afternoon, then they suggested Sara might join them for LRAs benefit in the evening. We support Lyme Research Alliance for all the important research work it funds, said Darcy Hadjipatras.

Sara decided to attend the event, which was held at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich. Once there, John Hadjipatras, president of Eagle Ocean Transport Inc., purchased some $ 100 raffle tickets for the car and gave one to her.

Miami Hard Money Lender, Quick Action Mortgage, Comments on Recent Housing Market Increase and Possible Effects on Florida Hard Money Lending

Sunday, October 28th, 2012


Miami, FL (PRWEB) October 26, 2012

Many people are pleased with the U.S. Census Bureaus report of a 15% increase in new housing starts from August to September. This group of contented people includes hard money mortgage lender Jeff Karr of Quick Action Mortgage. Jeff Karr has been in the mortgage industry since 1988, so he knows first hand that when the housing market is doing well, businesses are also doing well. In a recent interview, Jeff Karr answered questions about how the improvement in the housing industry may positively relate to the hard money lending industry. For more information on Jeff Karr, Click Here for his website.

This is what Jeff Karr had to say about the recent 15% increase in new housing starts:

The U.S. housing market is getting back on the right track. That is great news for builders, buyers, and hard money mortgage equity lenders. Building new homes is critical in any real estate market and hard money mortgage equity loans will help people with poor credit. These loans will also help increase the much needed sales that the builders need to sell their properties. So, as you can see, hard money equity or mortgage equity loans are an important piece in the recovery of Americas housing market. These loans will increase builders inventory and increase property ownership for people with poor credit.

Since housing inventory is on the rise, it is vitally important that buyers are able to meet this increase in available houses. With recent changes in lending guidelines after 2008, buyers are looking for alternatives to the traditional bank loan:

U.S. Federal Banks are so difficult with their underwriting qualifications. Many people will not qualify for a mortgage loan because their credit is not up to par with the banks strict guidelines, and subsequently they will lose a chance to buy a house during the housing recovery. This is where a hard money mortgage equity loan comes into play. Jeff explains.

Builders putting their money into investment properties is a large part of the recovery. As young couples may not be able to afford a new home, they are able to get out of their parents extra room and get into an apartment. Savvy real estate investors are taking advantage of this and building apartment and duplex structures faster than ever. Jeff Karr explains the difference in qualifications between a hard money loan for investment versus homestead purposes.

With a hard money mortgage loan, if you are purchasing an investment property, all you need is equity and 45% – 50% cash down to qualify, regardless of your credit. If you are purchasing or refinancing a property where you will live, you still need to show the ability to pay back your loan with annual income. However, you can still qualify with bad credit. The banks guidelines may get even more strict in time so we are fortunate that these types of loans are available for buyers and builders.

Overall, these recent numbers show very positive movement in the U.S. economy, and at the perfect time as presidential campaigning is in full swing. While this is a very positive sign, only time will tell if this upward trend is consistent.

About Jeff Karr, Quick Action Mortgage:

Jeff Karr is the owner and president of Quick Action Mortgage, a licensed Miami hard money mortgage business serving Miami, Broward County, Dade, Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie, and the Florida Keys. They can be contacted directly at (305) 232-7817 or visit http://www.fkmortgage.com/ .

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