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Lawn Drought: Helping Your Lawn Survive the Heat
Tulsa area lawns and landscapes have been struggling with the lawn drought of 2012, on top of the drought of 2011. How to water your lawn, when should you water your lawn, and how to keep your lawn green are questions many Tulsa lawn service customers are asking now. Here are some key points to understand and follow in order to save your lawn. - August 04, 2012 - Seed Technologies
Hard Money Bankers Adds a Real Estate Trainer to Its Team
Josh Weidman brings a decade of real estate investing experience to one of the nation’s leading hard money lenders. - August 04, 2012 - Hard Money Bankers
Keller Williams Agent Sean Ready Closes on Highest Selling Island Walk Home in Four Years
Recent home sale by Real Estate agent Sean Ready in the community Island Walk, located on Harbour Island is a great indicator of the Real Estate market in Tampa Bay. The strategically listed home closed at full listing price, which was 18% higher than any sale in this community within the past four years. - August 04, 2012 - Sean T. Ready, Realtor
Bedford Launches New Service for Owners of Commercial Real Estate
Bedford Strategies and Solutions, an independent professional services firm specializing in cost segregation and specialty tax solutions, is offering a new service to the commercial real estate industry. Bedford's ReCap℠ study will extend the value that Bedford brings to its commercial real estate, CPA, and tax advisor clients nationwide. - August 04, 2012 - Bedford Cost Segregation
Taylor Morrison Austin Gives Leg Up to Broadway Bound Performing Arts Camp
Taylor Morrison's Austin division is helping to save the Broadway Bound Performing Arts Camp (BBPAC) from serious budget challenges that are threatening its viability. Taylor Morrison recently donated wood and construction supplies and made a financial donation to assist the program. “We... - August 04, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
New Denver Homes from Taylor Morrison Are Showcased During the Denver 2012 Parade of Homes
Two Taylor Morrison Denver communities in Arvada are part of the annual Denver Parade of Homes, taking place throughout the Denver metropolitan area from August 9 to September 3. - August 04, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Commercial Real Estate Loan in Phoenix, AZ Worth Over $4.6 Million
Mercantile Capital Corporation, which ranks as one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, closed a commercial loan for TriCom Coatings, Inc. recently for $4,613,000... - August 04, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Stephanie Cregger Reger Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Stephanie Cregger Reger of Washington, D.C. has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of real estate and business brokerage. About Stephanie Cregger Reger Ms. Cregger Reger has over 13 years of... - August 03, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Jane Watson Joins RE/MAX Prestige as a Sales Agent
Andrew Armata, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Prestige in Northborough, MA, is pleased to announce that Jane Watson has joined the real estate office as a sales associate. With 9 years of real estate experience, Jane provides full time real estate services to the Greater Worcester and Metro West areas,... - August 03, 2012 - RE/MAX Prestige
Eos Group, Inc. Announces New Release of Eos Explorer Extended 2.8
Today Eos Group, Inc. announces the release of Eos Explorer 2.8, its enterprise estimate management platform. This version provides enhancements and new features that add to the user experience in several areas: validation results, viewing pane tabs, and projects. - August 02, 2012 - Eos Group
M&D Mechanical Celebrates Major Safety Milestone - Five Years Without a Lost Time Accident (LTA)
M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc. has recently eclipsed the five year mark without sustaining a single Lost Time Accident (LTA). This time frame equates to over 1.7 million man-hours worked safely. Making safety a priority in pre-job planning, commitment from the management team, and an engaged,... - August 02, 2012 - M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
Two of the Best Economic Recovery Programs for Small Businesses in the U.S. Set to Expire Unless Congress Acts Soon
Two of the most effective economic recovery programs for small businesses in the U.S. are set to expire in late September unless Congress ends its election-year deadlock and acts to extend them. Christopher Hurn, chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corporation, one of the nation’s... - August 02, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Clippin’ It – Great Clips Expanding in Chicago
Jameson Commercial is pleased to announce 5 recently completed leases for Great Clips, the world’s largest salon brand, here in the Chicago area. Deena Zimmerman and Jacob Strom, Broker Associates with Jameson Commercial represent Great Clips as their Exclusive Agents for the Chicago Sector,... - August 02, 2012 - Jameson Real Estate
Jeff Slivka Promoted to Chief Operating Officer at New Day Underwriting Managers
In addition to performing the duties of executive vice president at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, Jeff Slivka has also assumed the position of Chief Operation Officer (COO) at the specialty resource firm dedicated to assisting insurance agents and brokers with the selection of the appropriate... - August 01, 2012 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Real Estate Agent Lynn Burkholder Joins RE/MAX Classic
RE/MAX Classic Real Estate Broker/Owners Scott and Brett Furman are pleased to announce that Lynn Burkholder has joined their office as sales partner. Lynn's knowledge of the local marketplace is extraordinary. By focusing on building lifelong relationships with her customers and other members of... - August 01, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Silicon Valley's Luxury Home Sales Jump 27% in June, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Silicon Valley's luxury home sales jumped 27 percent in June and the median sale price moved higher as the high-end market continued to gain momentum, according to a new report by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the South Bay's leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 146... - August 01, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Marin County's Luxury Home Sales Edge Higher in June, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Marin County's luxury home sales edged higher in June, according to a new report by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area's leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 80 homes sold for more than $1 million in June, up from just 77 in May, a 3.9 percent increase. Last... - August 01, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Keller Williams Westlake Village Plans Move to State-of-the Art Office Space
Keller Williams Westlake Village Plans Move to State-of-The Art Office Space off Lindero Canyon. - August 01, 2012 - Keller Williams Westlake Village
Housing Rebound Clear in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Based on Activity in 1st Half of 2012, RE/MAX Reports
The long-awaited rebound in home sales in the seven-county metropolitan Chicago real estate market apparently arrived during the first half of 2012, according to an analysis of area home sales by RE/MAX. The number of homes changing hands was 22 percent higher than in the first half of 2011. The... - August 01, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Planning Design Research Completes Transformation of Allen Center Food Court
Planning Design Research (PDR), which creates high-performance work environments for companies around the globe, has completed a transformation of the 17,000 square-foot food court in the lower level of the Allen Center office complex in downtown Houston. One of downtown Houston’s most... - August 01, 2012 - Planning Design Research
Jeff Slivka of New Day Underwriting Managers to Host Workshop on Contractors Professional Liability Insurance at 32nd IRMI Construction Risk Conference
Jeff Slivka, chief operating officer and executive vice-president at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading environmental and construction-related professional liability resource firm for insurance agents and brokers, will host a workshop discussion on “Contractors Professional... - July 30, 2012 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
The Ballen Group of Keller Williams Launches Green Valley Real Estate Home Sales Division in Nevada
The Ballen Group of Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas launches Green Valley Real Estate and Homes for Sale Division to focus on luxury homes and residential homes in the Green Valley Area. The Ballen Group, a top team of Las Vegas Real Estate Agents, specializing in Residential Real Estate... - July 30, 2012 - Ballen Brands
24hrStorage.net Presents MiniCo Webinar on Internet Marketing for Self-Storage Operations
Internet marketing is critical for self-storage operations, and online aggregators are a dynamic promotional tool. On August 22, 2012, three executives from 24hrStorage.net will present a free webinar for self-storage professionals entitled “Are You Disgusted With Your Aggregators? So Are We! - July 30, 2012 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
The Evans Report Launches First Monthly Edition to Supplement Popular Quarterly Report on Palm Beach Home, Condo Sales
The Evans Report: May 2012 shows town-wide, total dollar sales volume of Palm Beach condos rose 40% in May 2012 when compared to May 2011's performance. - July 29, 2012 - Leslie Robert Evans & Associates, P.A.
Christie's International Real Estate Strengthens Position in South America with Addition of New Affiliate in Colombia
Julio Corredor & Cia Joins Leading International Network of Real Estate Brokers Specializing in the Marketing and Sales of High-value Properties - July 29, 2012 - Christie's International Real Estate
Barbara Rybicki Joins RE/MAX Prestige as New Sales Associate
Barbara Rybicki, a local Realtor and Broker, has joined RE/MAX Prestige as the newest member of this dynamic sales team. Rybicki brings to the office 8 years of experience in real estate and was formerly with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. Barbara has been the top selling & listing... - July 28, 2012 - RE/MAX Prestige
Highland Homes Offers Winter Haven New Homes from $99,900 at Overlook Ridge
Highland Homes is known throughout Central Florida as a Value Leader, offering affordably priced homes in desirable locations. Overlook Ridge, located in Polk County, exemplifies the builder’s outstanding value. At this centrally located community, buyers may purchase Winter Haven new homes priced from $99,900 with only $99 out of pocket. - July 28, 2012 - Highland Homes
Roofing Contractors in PA at Dezigns Construction Inc. Announce Free Roofing Survey
If you are looking for roofing contractors in Pa, then Williamstown NJ based Dezigns Construction Inc. a commercial roofing company who operates in the Tri-State area are providing free surveys to property owners and building managers, to assess their roofing needs. The free survey equips Dezigns... - July 28, 2012 - Dezigns Construction
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Absolute Online Only Auction of 2 Valuable Commercial Banking Properties
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., announces the auctions of a bank branch building in Glade Spring, VA and a retail bank building in Federalsburg, MD on August 16. - July 27, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Builders Site Protection Releases New 2012-2013 Surface Protection Catalog
Surface Protection manufacturer Builders Site Protection announced today that they have just released their brand-new surface protection catalog for the 2012-2013 year. The catalog includes several new products and more detailed information about some of Builders Site Protection’s most... - July 27, 2012 - Builders Site Protection
Christopher Hurn Nominated for 2012 Small Business Influencer Awards
Christopher Hurn, CEO and Co-founder of Mercantile Capital Corporation, has been nominated for a 2012 Small Business Influencer Award in the category of “Small Business Expert.” The Small Business Influencer Awards honor those who are influential to small businesses in North America,... - July 27, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Brand Banking Company’s Deirdra Cox Appointed to the Board of Directors for the Georgia Real Estate Fraud Prevention and Awareness Coalition
Vice President and Community Development Officer Maintains Century Old Ideals of the Brand Banking Company of Providing Excellent Customer Service by Joining Local Watchdog Group - July 27, 2012 - Brand Mortgage
Alfredda Smith-Odato of RE/MAX Earns RSPS Certification
Sarasota, Florida Associate Receives Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist Certification. - July 27, 2012 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
Jodi Bryan Returns to RE/MAX Alliance Group
Sarasota, Florida Realtor Takes an Entrepreneurial Approach to Building Wealth in Real Estate. - July 27, 2012 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
PowerStone Property Management Reports It More Than Doubled in Size in Last 12 Months
PowerStone Snags High-Profile Communities And Adds New Staff - July 27, 2012 - Powerstone Property Management
Johnson Development Named Developer of Harmony, Newly Named North Houston Community
Johnson Development Corp. has been retained to manage the completion of development in Harmony, the newly named 1,000-acre north Houston community with more than 2,000 residential home sites remaining to be developed at Rayford Road and Riley Fuzzel Road. - July 26, 2012 - Johnson Development Corp.
Realtor Maria Castaneda Joins Coral Shores Realty
Seasoned Realtor Maria Castaneda has joined forces with Coral Shores Realty in Plantation, Florida. - July 26, 2012 - Coral Shores Realty
Pittsburgh Homebuilder Reveals New Brand Identity
With a new website, logo and marketing materials, Weaver Homes’ brand transformation aims to enhance their goal to provide customers with an excellent home buying experience. - July 26, 2012 - Weaver Homes
The Ballen Group Has Closed Wells Fargo Short Sale in Las Vegas, Nevada with No Deficiency to Seller
The Ballen Group, a Las Vegas Short Sale Specialist Team, known for their Las Vegas Real Estate experience in Short Sales, has just closed another Short Sale in Nevada. Using their comprehensive Short Sale System. - July 26, 2012 - Ballen Brands
Laclede’s Landing Stages a Comeback
Within the last 4 months, 6 businesses have decided to call Laclede’s Landing in Downtown St. Louis their home. Tattouage Body Art Studio, Allan Roberts Marketing firm, Yo-n-Go Frozen Yogurt, Grassroots Campaigns, Tif’s Ugly Mug Saloon and Abstrakt Marketing being amongst them. This... - July 26, 2012 - Manor Real Estate
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services to Handle Sales at Club Villas at Wakefield Plantation
The firm has been selected to handle sales and marketing for the Club Villas at Wakefield Plantation built exclusively by Greystone Homes in Raleigh, NC. - July 26, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Commercial Financing for a Hotel in Rehoboth Beach, DE Worth Over $2 Million
Mercantile Capital Corporation, one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire, develop or refinance their own facilities, recently closed a commercial refi loan for Canalside Inn, Inc. for $2,020,000... - July 26, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Davidson Property Management Grows Team as Business Expands
Davidson Property Management, Inc., the World Golf Village-based property management firm serving Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and Jacksonville Beach, has grown its business 20% in just the past four months and expects the increase in rental activity to continue. The company has... - July 26, 2012 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
Discovery Event Brings Positive Meaning to “Making Waves” at The Waterfront on Lake Oconee
Rialto Capital Management Partners with Local FM Radio Station to Draw an Audience to New Lakefront Community. - July 25, 2012 - The Waterfront on Lake Oconee
Claudia Meyer Earns RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award
RE/MAX Alliance Group Associate in Sarasota, Florida, Receives Prestigious Honor - July 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
New York City No Fee Furnished Housing Provider, Eystay, Has Recently Launched a New Website for Luxury Building 808 Columbus Avenue
Eystay, New York City's Premier No Fee Housing Provider Launches New Website for 808 Columbus Avenue. - July 25, 2012 - Eystay
Tina Hecht of Keller Williams Realty Has a Great Website to Search Homes for Sale in Johns Creek, GA and Surrounding Areas
The Hecht Company, led by Tina Hecht of Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners has a great real estate website for the Johns Creek, GA area that will help consumers search homes for sale. The website has the function to search foreclosures and Johns Creek new homes. - July 25, 2012 - Keller Williams Realty - The Hecht Company
Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors Announces the Addition of 7 Realtors
The Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors is proud to announce the addition of 7 Ann Arbor area real estate agents. - July 25, 2012 - Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors
The BSC Group Arranges $15.125M Financing for 7 Property Portfolio Acquisition
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and provider of debt and equity capital solutions for self-storage owners, announced it arranged $15.125M in financing on behalf of Storage Pros Management LLC for 7 self-storage properties in two separate portfolio transactions... - July 23, 2012 - The BSC Group, LLC
Constructive Debt Collection as Daniels Silverman Take on the Construction Sector in the Biggest Drop in the Industry in Two and a Half Years
Construction Companies Must Tackle Bad Debt or Risk Becoming Another Failed Company Statistic - July 23, 2012 - Daniels Silverman Ltd