Princeton Capital Ranked #3 Company to Work For In Bay Area

In the Sunday edition of the Mercury News, the Bay Area News Group published their February survey results of the Top Work Places. We were ranked #3 for mid-sized companies (150 to 500 employees). The rankings were based upon surveys completed by employees which makes this honor even more special.

We also received a special award in the area of Ethics for the way we conduct business. Below are links to the rankings, our profile, the special awards listing, and information about how the rankings were compiled.

Don’t miss the picture of the “worker bees” which was printed on the front page of the special section in the newspaper.

Mercury News Top Workplaces List

Princeton Capital Profile

Ethics Award

Princeton Capital mentioned in Open Communication article in SJ Mercury

Congratulations, and especially thank you, to all employees and clients for making this one of the best places in the Bay Area to work! Princeton Capital is currently hiring loan officers; take a look at our website to get in contact and learn more.

“This is a huge honor, and purely reflective of all of [the employees'] individual efforts and dedication to each other,” said Rob Reid, CEO. “I am very honored to be part of this great team.”

How to avoid big problems with your do-it-yourself project

If you have a few construction skills, you might be eager to tackle a home modification project. Before getting started, here are several steps and cautions that should be considered.

* Make a written plan. Prepare a day-by-day calendar outlining each portion of the project and how many hours it will take to compete.

* Get a city permit. If you are adding a room, putting up a storage building or changing your patio into a room, you need a permit. Some plumbing and electrical jobs require permits, as do changing gas or sewer lines.

* Buy the correct materials. Skimping with inexpensive products can compromise the quality of the job.

* Invest in a set of tools specifically designed for the repair or the construction job.

* Use safety gear. Wear safety goggles when using a power saw. Buy the best gloves for the job. Wear a hard hat if others will be working above you.

* Before you pick up a power tool, climb a ladder or raise a hammer, consider whether you can do the job safely. If you aren’t sure, hire a professional for that part of the project, especially when it includes electricity or moving heat ducts or plumbing lines.

* Be very cautious with chain saws. They send many a do-it-yourselfer to the emergency room.

* Emphasize accuracy. Remember the principle, “Measure twice, cut once,” when working with drywall, baseboards or pipes.

* Expect the unexpected. If you are moving a wall, don’t be surprised to find problems such as termites, mold inside the wall, or electrical wiring that has to be moved.

It’s exciting to plan and to get started on a DIY project, but always remember: Safety first!

How to avoid big problems with your

do-it-yourself project