Bank is buying national marine lender
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Republic Security Bank of West Palm Beach, FL, has signed a letter of intent to acquire marine lender First New England Financial Corp from John Deere Credit Inc. The purchase price was $108 million in cash, $101.5 million for First New England's yacht loan portfolion and $6.5 million for its business. The business is composed of First England's name, its 1(800) BOATLOAN telephone number, proprietary loan-processing software and professional staff in various states.
Publication Name: Soundings Trade Only
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0194-8369
Year: 1999
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Proper prudence or restraint of trade?
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Marinas are limiting the types of work that are provided by mechanics and other independent tradesmen as a way of reducing their exposure to legal threats. Marinas face the growing threats of civil liability, the demands of regulatory compliance and other safety and health issues. However, independent tradesmen claim that the restrictive marina policies, which are claimed to protect the marinas from liabilities, constitute restraint of trade.
Publication Name: Soundings Trade Only
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0194-8369
Year: 1999
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Huizengas giving Rybovich a $100M upgrade
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The plans for redevelopment of the historic Rybovich Spencer yatch yard are discussed.
Publication Name: Soundings Trade Only
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0194-8369
Year: 2005
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