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Historic Jail Opens Its Doors to Film Makers Before Renovations

The historic Saint Louis County Jail, located in Duluth, Minn. is opening its doors to filmmakers and musicians who will be given the opportunity to use this unique structure for their film projects before it gets renovated. - May 23, 2013 - Blue Limit Development

Kimberly Shortt Joins RE/MAX Alliance Group

Realtor Joins RE/MAX Alliance Group in Englewood, Florida, as Part of The Stiver Group. - May 23, 2013 - RE/MAX Alliance Group

Pangea Properties Wins 2013 Chicago Good Neighbor Award: Chicago Based REIT Provides Premier Rentals at Affordable Prices

For the second year in a row, Pangea Properties was a recipient of the 2013 Good Neighbor Award in recognition for their efforts to improve the quality of life for the Chicago community. The annual award presented by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, acknowledges those who have demonstrated... - May 23, 2013 - Pangea Properties

RE/MAX Collection Unveils New Stand-Alone Website, New Resource for Buyers and Sellers of Luxury Homes

RE/MAX has launched a new stand-alone website for luxury properties. The RE/MAX Collection, www.theremaxcollecton.com, is marked by a distinctive onyx and silver logo and presents high-end home listings across the United States in a format featuring a clean, simple design. More than just a new... - May 23, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois

ABD Development Takes Home Awards at Both Flagler and Orlando Parade of Homes for 2013

ABD Development Company has been recognized for its Providence community real estate development in the Orlando, Florida area as well as for its custom home designs at both the Central Florida Parade of Homes and the Flagler Parade of Homes. The Courtyard model in the Toscana luxury community in Palm Coast won the Award of Excellence at the Flagler event and the Wyndham V was recognized with the First Place Award at the Orlando Parade of Homes. - May 23, 2013 - ABD Development Company

Luminary Publishing Acquires New York Real Estate Blog, Upstater

Luminary Publishing, publisher of the popular arts and culture magazine Chronogram, real estate magazine Upstate House, and custom publications throughout the Hudson Valley, recently announced the acquisition of the popular real estate blog, Upstater [Upstater.net]. - May 23, 2013 - Luminary Publishing

Portland Real Estate Specialist Jesse Poll at Century 21 Wright and Associates, Inc. Delivers the Happy Family Dream

Portland real estate specialist, Jesse Poll, gives a shout out the all those who worked to bring about the closing of another successful home sale. - May 23, 2013 - Jesse Poll Keller Williams Realty Saint George

Amy Anderson Joins Davidson Realty Team

Top Jacksonville and St. Augustine real estate company Davidson Realty, Inc. is pleased to welcome veteran and seasoned agent Amy Anderson to its real estate team. - May 22, 2013 - The Davidson Companies

Top-Producer Jason Corriere Joins Keller Williams Park Meadows

Broker Associate Jason J. Corriere, a top-producing Realtor, recently joined the Park Meadows office of Keller Williams Realty. Area residents will have the opportunity to talk with Jason and socialize at an open house/networking event on Tuesday, June 11, from 6-8 p.m. at the Keller Williams Office at 10375 E. Park Meadows Dr. #100. - May 22, 2013 - Keller Williams Colorado

Nicholls Auction Marketing Group to Auction Louisa, Virginia’s Historic Cullen House

Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (www.nichollsauction.com) announces the auction of the Cullen House – a 6 bedroom historic home in Louisa, VA – on May 23, at 6 pm. - May 22, 2013 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group

New Collection of Slate Floor Tiles Now Available Through PetraSlate Tile and Stone’s Selection of Field Tiles

Denver, CO-based slate flooring supplier, PetraSlate Tile & Stone has announced several new additions to the company’s extensive collection of globally sourced slate tile products. The company’s new selection of high-quality floor tiles are sourced for high-end applications in... - May 22, 2013 - PetraSlate Tile & Stone

Arc Environmental Hosts Lead Law Seminar

Arc Environmental Hosts Washington D.C. Lead Law Seminar | Impact of Proposed Regulations on Property Managers - May 22, 2013 - Arc Environmental

Ron Cutler Joins The Douglas Company as Vice President of Construction

On May 13, 2013, The Douglas Company welcomed Ron Cutler to their Executive Team as Vice President of Construction at its Toledo, Ohio headquarters. In his new position, Ron will focus primarily on ensuring project execution from conception to completion and maintaining strong client relationships. - May 22, 2013 - The Douglas Company

Loiederman Soltesz Associates, Inc. is Now Soltesz

On May 20, 2013, Loiederman Soltesz Associates, Inc. (LSA) announced the launch of their new brand and company name, Soltesz. This announcement brings more than just a new look for the company – it reflects a change in how they conduct business and interact with clients. - May 22, 2013 - Soltesz

Two Cresa Milwaukee MVP's Represent Wisconsin's MVP's

Cresa Milwaukee represented 8-Twelve MVP Bar and Grill in the lease of its second location in the Milwaukee area at Bayshore Town Center. Launched by Ryan Braun and Aaron Rodgers, along with SURG Restaurant Group, 8-Twelve was recently ranked among the top 20 athlete-owned restaurants in an article... - May 22, 2013 - Cresa - Madison

Marty Haines Receives RE/MAX 100% Club Award

Broker-Associate with RE/MAX Alliance Group in Venice, Florida Earns Prestigious Award. - May 22, 2013 - RE/MAX Alliance Group

Hilliker Corporation Closes 12th Deal with Client

Real estate firm assists with $2.4M sale to SoTel Systems. - May 22, 2013 - Hilliker Corporation

NYC Plagued by Toxic Mold Colonies Reports Five Borough Mold Inspections

New York City Residents Inundated by Toxic Mold Infestations Caused by Hurricane Sandy Flood Waters - May 21, 2013 - Five Boro Mold Specialist

The Rise of the Lion: Greenlion Cleaning & Maintenance Inc. Assists Long Island Communities Recover After Hurricane Sandy

Cleaning up Long Island after Hurricane Sandy - May 21, 2013 - Greenlion Cleaning & Maintenance Inc

Jeff Benton Homes Recognized Among North America’s Best Customer Service Leaders Within the Residential Construction Industry

Jeff Benton Homes, a leading homebuilder in Huntsville/Madison County, AL, has been awarded a 2013 Guildmaster Award with Distinction for exceptional customer service. This marks the fifth time Jeff Benton Homes has earned the Guildmaster Award making them Huntsville’s only five-time award winner. - May 21, 2013 - Jeff Benton Homes

David S. Mirabal Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

David S. Mirabal of San Juan, Puerto Rico has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of architecture. About David S. Mirabal Mr. Mirabal has over 25 years experience in the field of architecture. He... - May 21, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide

As Summer Approaches, South Florida Real Estate Market Heats Up

Historically-low interest rates and bargain real estate prices spurring activity. - May 21, 2013 - Cory Fritzler

Wholesale Tile Specialist Granite Imports, Inc. Now Offering Urban Slabs

Granite Imports, Inc., top Denver wholesaler for high quality natural stone tile products has announced that the company is now offering granite fabricators a new range of Urban Slabs. This new product is comprised primarily of recycled “post consumer” glass combined with Portland... - May 19, 2013 - Granite Imports Inc.

Mayor Vigeant Promotes Marlborough to New York-Based Real Estate Professionals

New York-based Site Selectors set to tour the City of Marlborough, after Mayor Vigeant’s presentation. - May 19, 2013 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation

Saving Bucky Fuller's Historic Dome Home

TopTenRealEstateDeals.com is a different kind of real estate website that focuses on both home sale news and entertainment. They cover home and condo sales data and trends, but also celebrity homes, beach homes, ski homes, golf homes, spectacular homes and a weekly Top 10 Hot Homes list. Their features have been covered by Time, CNBC, USA Today and many other major media. - May 19, 2013 - TopTenRealEstateDeals.com

C.A.R. Awards for 2012 Success in Chicago Real Estate Sales Highlight Productivity of RE/MAX Brokers

RE/MAX brokers claimed a substantial share of the honors when the Chicago Association of Realtors® (C.A.R.) announced its annual awards for sales accomplishments in 2012. Once again, Linda O’Donnell, broker/owner of RE/MAX Signature, 2411 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago, and Robert Padron,... - May 19, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois

20 RE/MAX Brokerage Firms in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Earned National Recognition for 2012 Sales Achievements

Twenty RE/MAX brokerages serving the metropolitan Chicago real estate market as part of the RE/MAX network in northern Illinois were among those recognized in the 2013 REAL Trends 500 analysis of the nation’s most productive residential real estate firms. Compiled annually by REAL Trends... - May 19, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois

Washington Realtors Welcome ReboGateway

Real estate lead generation software expands northwards; early adopters report new listings. - May 18, 2013 - Benutech Inc.

CIBS “Meet the Supervisors Event” Brings Information and Updates to Long Island’s Commercial Real Estate Community

The Commercial Industrial Brokers Society of Long Island (CIBS) hosted a special “Meet the Supervisors Breakfast” on May 14, 2013 to provide information and updates on real estate development and projects in three of Long Island’s largest towns. The panel included Jon Kaiman,... - May 18, 2013 - Commerical Industrial Brokers Society (CIBS)

RoseBay Agents Earn Five Star Award

Real Estate Agents Becky Culp, Lori Carey, Debbi Wolfinger and Nancy Maguire are Recognized for Client Satisfaction. - May 18, 2013 - RoseBay International Inc.

Jason Cohen Pittsburgh - from Falling Ceilings to Courtyard Living: Jason Cohen Purchases & Beautifies Rundown 12-Unit Property in the Heart of Pittsburgh's Southside

Jason Cohen of Jason Cohen Pittsburgh, a real estate consulting group, completely revamped a dangerous and over-occupied property in the desirable southside area of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in less than a year. As of May 1, 2013, occupancy is 100%. - May 17, 2013 - Jason Cohen Pittsburgh

Scott Safadi Links Skyrocketing Rents to Thriving Local Employment

Property manager sees rate increases as tribute to competitive local job market. - May 17, 2013 - Scott Safadi

Francisco Orchilles, Realtor Closes Another Traditional Equity Transaction in Lake Nona, FL

Orlando Realtor, Francisco Orchilles with Keller Williams Classic Realty, helps another home buyer close on a traditional equity sale in Moss Park area of Lake Nona, FL. The home was an investor flip that was listed for 23 days before going under contract. - May 17, 2013 - Keller Williams Classic Realty

Strong April Gains for Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Point to Acceleration in Housing Recovery, RE/MAX Reports

After months of making steady progress, the housing recovery in the seven-county metropolitan Chicago real estate market kicked into a higher gear in April, according to an analysis by RE/MAX. Compared to the previous April, total sales of attached and detached homes increased 32 percent, while the... - May 17, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois

Drop in Housing Sales Forcing Homeowners to Seek Out Profit-Making Alternatives

Montreal apartment search business is now offering services for first-time landlords. - May 17, 2013 - 4 1/2: Montreal Apartment Search Assistance

1% Listing Commissions by Elite Team Alliance Allow Sellers 60% in Savings

California Real Estate company gives rising commission rates the boot by introducing 1% listing commissions for buyers and sellers. - May 17, 2013 - Elite Team-Alliance Bay Realty

Shannon Carrasco Joins RE/MAX Alliance Group

Realtor Joins as a Team Member with Bob Anderson in the Siesta Key Office - May 17, 2013 - RE/MAX Alliance Group

Advanced Real Estate Investor Website Tools Revolutionize Real Estate Investing

A real estate investing company that also specializes in developing real estate investor websites, www.RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net, has unveiled newly upgraded websites that enhance more marketability of real estate investing businesses. Real estate investors can now attract more leads as they go about their daily business through the integrated marketing features. - May 16, 2013 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com

FastCash4Homes.biz Offers to Pay $5000 Cash Incentive to Home Sellers If Their House is Not Sold in 33 Days; Free Home Inspection or Appraisal Offered to Buyers

Colleen Coleman of FastCash4Homes.biz LLC offers to pay $5000 to home sellers in Inland Empire area of Southern California if she is not able to sell their house in 33 days. She further offers home buyers a free home inspection or appraisal. - May 16, 2013 - FastCash4Homes.biz LLC

RE/MAX Platinum Realty Opens Global New Homes Division in Sarasota, Florida

Teresa Witte Named Sales Manager of RE/MAX Platinum Realty Global New Homes Division - May 16, 2013 - RE/MAX Platinum Realty

LeaseRunner 2nd Annual Rental Report Reflects Rising Rents, Applicant Demand

LeaseRunner, a leading online tenant screening and lease management provider, has released its widely anticipated 2nd Annual Rental Industry Report. - May 16, 2013 - LeaseRunner

Exciting Times Currently at Red CCTV

Introducing a new Director and share holder plus the introduction of a great piece of equipment. - May 16, 2013 - Red Security Solutions Ltd

As Summer Approaches, Davidson Realty’s New Agent Opportunities Heat Up

Leading Jacksonville and St. Augustine real estate company Davidson Realty is seeking motivated new agents to help manage the company's recent increase in homebuyers and home sales. - May 16, 2013 - The Davidson Companies

Warner Real Estate and Auction Company to Host South Jersey Multi-Property Auction

Warner Real Estate and Auction Company, Inc., a real estate company and auction marketing firm in New Jersey, will host the South Jersey Multi-Property Spring Auction Event on June 7 at 1 p.m. The auction will take place in Conference Room D at the Wyndham-Mount Laurel, 1111 Route 73 North in Mount... - May 16, 2013 - Warner Real Estate and Auction Company

Charles Reinhart Company Realtors Announces the Addition of Four Real Estate Agents

Charles Reinhart Company Realtors is pleased to announce that four real estate agents have joined the company. - May 16, 2013 - Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors

Windermere Traditional Equity Home Sold by Orlando Realtor, Francisco Orchilles with Keller Williams Classic Realty

Francisco Orchilles, a Realtor with Keller Williams Classic Realty in Orlando, helped a pair of first time home buyers purchase their first home in the town of Windermere, located in the Southwest portion of Orange County. These first time home buyers had been searching for their perfect home in... - May 16, 2013 - Keller Williams Classic Realty