Banking & Finance
Walker says property taxes decline
Gov. Scott Walker announced that statewide property taxes for the typical homeowner have gone down for the first time in 12 years.
BMO Financial Group to acquire Portland firm
Toronto-based BMO Financial Group, the parent company of BMO Harris Bank, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CTC Consulting LLC of Portland, Ore.
Associated hires Erickson as general counsel
Associated Banc-Corp has hired Randall J. Erickson as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary for the corporation, Associated Bank, National Association and Associated Trust Company, National Association.
Charles Schwab opens Mequon branch
The Charles Schwab Corporation has opened a new, independent branch in Mequon. It is one of the first franchised locations opened since the company decided to franchise in early 2011.
Small Roth conversions can add up
By now you have likely heard about the opportunity to convert a traditional IRA or 401(k) to a Roth...
BMO Financial Group to acquire Portland firm
Toronto-based BMO Financial Group, the parent company of BMO Harris Bank, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CTC Consulting LLC of Portland, Ore.
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Federal fund spurs more lending for small businesses
Wisconsin banks have increased their small business lending by $16.9 million since receiving capital through Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF), according to a new report by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Northwestern Mutual to re-elect trustees
Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. Inc. will conduct its annual meeting at its downtown Milwaukee headquarters on Wednesday, May 23, at 8 a.m.
Wisconsin law firms merge
Madison-based Axley Brynelson LLP and Murn & Martin S.C. of Waukesha announced they have merged into one law firm.
Stark launches new hedge fund
St. Francis-based Stark Investments plans to raise $39.5 million with Stark Mortgage Opportunities LP, a new hedge fund.