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Builders and Home Owners Alike Save 5% Through June Just in Time for Spring/Summer Jobs
Contractors and builders have ordered from Mutual Screw & Supply for decades, but now consumers are going where the pros go and shopping www.mutualscrew.com for its massive variety of fasteners. With spring building underway and round-the-house fix-ups in full swing, now is the time to stock... - June 05, 2012 - Mutual Screw & Supply Inc
Elevate ROI Announces Successful Turnaround and Repositioning of Underperforming Multi-Family Asset in Dallas, Texas
Elevate ROI today announced that it has achieved success in the turn around and repositioning of a 200 unit multi-family asset in Dallas, Texas. The property was built in 1998 and is located in an attractive multi-family neighborhood with strong market fundamentals and direct access to local transportation. The location is further enhanced by major retail, entertainment, employment and office developments nearby. - June 05, 2012 - Elevate ROI
Taylor Morrison’s Latest Denver New Home Community, Wildhorse Ranch, Opens June 23 with Mobile Video GameTruck and Family Fun
The Popular “GameTruck” on site from Noon to 4 p.m. as New Denver Homes are Unveiled. - June 03, 2012 - Taylor Morrison
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short Sale Specialists Launch a New Short Sale Tool for Nevada
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short Sale Specialists, announce the use of a new Short Sale or Stay Calculator to help Nevada Homeowners in their Short Sale Decisions. - June 03, 2012 - Ballen Brands
Global Trade of Lumber Up 25 Percent the Past Two Years, with Signs of Better Times Ahead for the Lumber Industry
International trade of softwood lumber increased in 2011 after two years of decline. Imports were up to China, Japan, Spain and South Korea while they fell in the US, the UK, France and Egypt. In Europe, lumber prices might have bottomed and could start increasing if additional supply doesl not outpace higher demand. - June 02, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC
Rockwell Island Debuts at Cannes and Monaco
Rockwell Island Beach Estates & Resort has partnered with Sovereign Sea Hermes to launch the North Bimini-based project in France during the 2012 Cannes Film Festival. - June 02, 2012 - Rockwell Estates
Mercantile Capital Corporation and Plaza Bank Provide Financing for Pre-School in Culver City, CA for Over $2.4 Million
Mercantile Capital Corp, a leading provider of U.S. SBA 504 loans for small business owners, joined with Plaza Bank to close a commercial financing package for Branches Atelier recently for $2,474,000 in total project costs. - June 02, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Christine Lempa of RE/MAX Suburban in Schaumburg Receives Rising Star Award
Christine Lempa, a sales associate at RE/MAX Suburban, 1310 N. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, Ill., was honored as a “Rising Star” at the annual RE/MAX Northern Illinois awards ceremony held in April. The Rising Star Award is given each year to a RE/MAX sales associate who has held a real... - June 02, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Expertise Elevates New Real Estate Firm
Early success leads Denver area real estate firm to look for new agents and offices as it continues its growth. - June 02, 2012 - Rocky Mountain Real Estate Advisors
Lakefront Julia Morgan Designed Custom Estate Listed by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage at $20 million
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the leading provider of real estate services in the Sacramento-Tahoe region, announced today that the historic west shore "Bow Bay" estate, designed by legendary Hearst Castle architect Julia Morgan and former home to a Schilling spice and coffee... - June 02, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
MTR Gaming Group's Newest Gaming Facility in Columbus, OH, Set to Open June 1st
MTR Gaming Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS: MNTG) announced today that the new Scioto Downs, the latest addition to its gaming properties, will open as scheduled this Friday, June 1 at 2 pm. - June 01, 2012 - MTR
Balfour Beatty Construction Receives Industry Awards for Three California Projects
Balfour Beatty Construction received industry recognition from the Design Build Institute of America – Western Pacific Region (DBIA-WPR) and from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Southern California Chapter for three projects in California. - June 01, 2012 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Keller Williams Realty Reaches #1 in Tampa Bay Through Community-Focused Culture
The real estate agents of Keller Williams Realty have together become the number one ranked residential real estate company within 10 years of service in the Tampa Bay area. Keller Williams achieves such accomplishments through their culture of learning, giving, and community involvement. - June 01, 2012 - Keller Williams Realty Chadwick Group
The Miles & Smith Group, Real Estate Leaders in Kentucky
The Miles & Smith Real Estate Group with Keller Willams Realty was recently named the 4th top producing team in the Ohio Valley, and #1 in Kentucky. - June 01, 2012 - The Miles and Smith Real Estate Group
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Auction of 10 Acres of Valuable Raw Land in Fairfax County, VA
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (www.nichollsauction.com) announces the auction of 10 acres of raw Fairfax County land - on June 15th at 11 am in Fairfax, VA. - June 01, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Tania Ivey Real Estate Group/Keller Williams Realty Finds Major Banks Offering Cash Incentives to Avoid Foreclosures
Marc Cormier of Tania Ivey Real Estate Group/Keller Williams Realty notes that several major banks are currently offering cash incentives to homeowners delinquent in their mortgage payments, sending a letter through the mail with details and cash bonus offers for as much as $30,000. - June 01, 2012 - Tania Ivey Real Estate Group part of BHHS
Christie's International Real Estate Strengthens Position in California with Addition of New Affiliate in Coachella Valley
HK Lane Real Estate Joins Leading International Network of Real Estate Brokers Specializing in the Marketing and Sale of High-Value Properties - June 01, 2012 - Christie's International Real Estate
RE/MAX Names Northern Illinois Top 3 Commercial Individuals and Teams for 2011: Orland Park Team and Sycamore Agent Take 1st Place
The RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network recently honored its associates whose commercial property sales achievements in 2011 earned them coveted spots in the year-end Commercial Top Three. Each year, the network gives special recognition to its Top Three commercial individuals and Top... - June 01, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
The Connecticut REIA Announces June 2012 Real Estate Investing Seminar with Foreclosure Expert Albert Lowry
On June 18, 2012, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Dr. Albert Lowry. Attendees will learn how to make money with bank owned property that is not yet on the market. - June 01, 2012 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Broker Expands Executive Staff
While the rest of the Real Estate market is still recovering from the real estate downturn, one local Real Estate Broker continues to expand and grow. Real Estate Broker, Brett Furman is pleased to announce the hiring of Lisa Furman as Vice President of Marketing & Public Relations. Mrs. Furman... - June 01, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Big Trees Inc. Rescues Old Neighborhood Lion’s Head Maple
Old Tree Rescued from Construction Project in Mt. Baker Neighborhood - June 01, 2012 - Big Tree Supply Inc.
Big Trees Inc. Installs Large Trees for Military Base in WA
Re-Foliation Project at Joint Lewis-McChord Military Base is a Success. - June 01, 2012 - Big Tree Supply Inc.
Williamsburg Homes Sweeps All Categories at Home Builders Association of Maryland MAX Awards
Williamsburg Homes continues its “Maryland’s Award Winning Builder” winning streak by sweeping all major categories at the MAX 2011 Awards held at Martins West, on Thursday, May 17th. Receiving a total of six honors at the MAX 2011 Maryland Awards of Excellence adds to Williamsburg’s incredible run as “Maryland’s Award Winning Builder” having received First Place honors for the 28th consecutive year – an achievement unmatched among Maryland builders. - May 31, 2012 - Williamsburg Homes
Empire Access MLS and Greater Hudson Valley MLS Merge
Empire Access MLS and Greater Hudson Valley MLS Merge to become “Hudson Gateway Multiple Listing Service” - May 31, 2012 - Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors
Ron Cika of Coral Shores Invited to Top 50 Broker Summit
On June 21, 2012 Florida Realtors will host a one day summit in Tallahassee at the Florida Capitol and Governor’s Club. Ron Cika of Coral Shores Realty is among this elite top 50 guest list. - May 31, 2012 - Coral Shores Realty
Mike McNamara, Manager of RE/MAX Realty Group of Fort Myers Presented with the RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award
Mike McNamara, Manager for RE/MAX Realty Group South Office in Fort Myers, Florida has just been awarded the prestigious Hall of Fame Award from RE/MAX headquarters in Denver, Colorado. - May 31, 2012 - REMAX Realty Group South
Multifamily Insiders and Apartment All-Stars Announce “Renters Have Changed – Adapt Your Leasing So You Don’t Get Left Behind”
Houston, Texas (May 29, 2012) – Multifamily Insiders has announced a new partnership with the Apartment All Stars to create educational and motivational webinars for the apartment industry. Multifamily Insiders and Apartment All-Stars are two of the most respected sources for up-to-the minute... - May 31, 2012 - Multifamily Insiders
RE/MAX Honors Northern Illinois Sales Associates and Broker/Owners for Reaching 25th Anniversaries with Network
RE/MAX recently honored a select group of its sales associates and broker/owners in the northern Illinois real estate network with the Pioneer Club award. The honors were presented at the 35th annual RE/MAX Northern Illinois awards ceremony held on April 26. The Pioneer Club award recognizes RE/MAX... - May 31, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Jeff Benton Homes Recognized Among the Nation’s Best in the Building Industry for Their Commitment to Customer Service
Jeff Benton Homes, a leading homebuilder in Huntsville, Alabama has been awarded a 2012 Guildmaster Award for exceptional customer satisfaction. GuildQuality, an independent customer satisfaction surveying company, has powered the Guildmaster Awards since 2005 to celebrate service excellence in the... - May 30, 2012 - Jeff Benton Homes
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Absolute Auction of a 3 BR/2BA Home in North Stafford, VA
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., announces the absolute auction of a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home on 1+ acres – on June 8th at 2 pm in Stafford, VA. - May 28, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Lori Ballen Realtor and Her Nevada Short Sale Team Close Another Las Vegas Short Sale with Chase
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, The Ballen Group is able to handle a large volume of short sales and accomplish the goal at hand, to close the short sale. - May 28, 2012 - Ballen Brands
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Absolute Auction of Valuable Commercial Real Estate from the Earl J. Broyles Estate
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (www.nichollsauction.com) announces from the Earl J. Broyles Estate, the absolute auctions of 3.6 acres of zoned B-1 and .44 acres of zoned B-2 real estate – on June 8th at 11 am in Fredericksburg, VA. - May 28, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Applied Elevator Announces Customized Home Elevators in Denver
Applied Elevator has just announced that the company is providing customized home elevators in Denver starting at $18,000 for base models. Applied Elevator products include home elevators, stair lifts and wheelchair lifts for the Denver market. All elevators are selected based on the... - May 27, 2012 - Applied Elevator Service and Sales
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces May 2012 Free Webinar with Sue Nelson
On May 31, 2012 at 8:00 pm EST, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting a free webinar with Sue Nelson. Attendees will learn how to buy notes and real estate directly from banks. - May 27, 2012 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance Continues to Evolve as a Platform for Miami Beach Residents
The MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance's intent is to mobilize the community and continue to serve as a platform for Miami Beach homeowners and businesses. - May 27, 2012 - Continental Group
Sunchoice Corporate Housing Announces New Temporary Residences in Orlando
Temporary corporate housing providers Sunchoice Corporate Housing have recently announced the addition of new Orlando residences to the company’s comprehensive catalogue of properties for clients moving to the area as part of a corporate relocation. The team at Sunchoice Corporate Housing... - May 27, 2012 - Sunchoice Corporate Housing
Cape Cod Condo Forum and Expo Set for June 23 in Hyannis
The New England Chapter of Community Associations Institute (CAINE) is holding its annual Cape Cod Condo Forum and Expo on June 23, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in Hyannis, MA from 8:00am - 2:30pm. The day long program for condominium owners, board members, trustees and managers includes topical... - May 27, 2012 - Community Associations Institute - New England Chapter
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners Awarded Leasing of Trend Tower at Harbor Heights -- Proposed 105,000 SF Office Tower in Rockwall
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) was awarded the leasing of Trend Tower at Harbor Heights, a proposed 105,000-square-foot high-end executive office tower in Rockwall, Texas. The 7-story Class A building will be located on a hill at the corner of Interstate 30 and Horizon Boulevard with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Ray Hubbard and the Dallas skyline and will be anchored by TrendHR Services with a 24k pre-lease. - May 27, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners
CASE Announces Sale of 9,595 SF Building at 2825 Bledsoe in Fort Worth
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) is pleased to announce the sale of a 9,595 square foot commercial building on .44 acres to Hedberg Family, LP. The property is located three blocks south of the 7th Street in the vibrant W. 7th Development area of Fort Worth and was marketed by CASE as a... - May 27, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners
Building Industry Creates “Magical Makeover” at Concord’s Crisis Nursery
Brookfield Homes, along with charitable group HomeAid, recently worked with Concord's De La Salle High School students to give a $50,000 makeover to the Bay Area Crisis Nursery, the non-profit focused on children from high-stress families. - May 27, 2012 - Brookfield Homes NorCal
Luxury Home Prices in Denver Metro Area Up in April, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Sale prices of luxury homes in the Denver Metro Area rose again last month, although property sales eased from the previous month and year ago levels, according to a new report by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Colorado’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. The median... - May 26, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Muriel Bijeau Marks a Decade of Service to Clients with Linda Craft and Team, REALTORS
A lot can change in ten years in any industry, and The Real Estate Industry is no exception. But in the ten years since buyers’ agent Muriel Bijeau joined Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS®, one thing has remained the same… her dedication to getting the best value for her... - May 26, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Honor Contributions of Team’s David Toothaker Upon Retirement
There’s much more to a successful Realtor than buying and selling houses. Customer service before, during and after the sale are the difference between a one-time transaction and building a life-long relationship. Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS’® Client Care Manager David... - May 26, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Awards Karen Dyer with Neighborhood Expert Title
Linda Craft & Team. REALTORS® have a new neighborhood expert, in Buyer’s Agent Karen Dyer. Dyer recently earned this title by researching and providing information on more than 45 Greater Raleigh Area neighborhoods. This information added to the continually expanding listings at the... - May 26, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Scott Furman Ranked Number 1 out of 2,800 in Pennsylvania Delaware Region for RE/MAX International
RE/MAX International recently announced the Top 25 Individual Sales Associates for the Pennsylvania Delaware Region for the first quarter of 2012. Scott Furman, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Classic, was ranked 1st out of more than 2,800 agents. An extensive marketing plan that retains 97% of the list... - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Local Real Estate Broker is Ranked #7 in PA
Local Real Estate Broker, Brett Furman not only exceeding expectations with a great year in real estate, but was ranked by RE/MAX International as #7 in the State of Pennsylvania for April out of 2,825 agents. Brett said that he’s humbled and excited to receive the recognition of his... - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
RE/MAX Suburban Manager in Wheaton Wins Top Honor from RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Cheryl Shurtz, manager of RE/MAX Suburban, 1417 N. Main St., Wheaton, Ill., took home one of the most coveted honors during the annual RE/MAX Northern Illinois awards ceremony when she was named the 2011 Manager of the Year. - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Another Classic Move – Associate Broker Betty Clark Joins RE/MAX Classic
Veteran Associate Broker, Betty Clark joins RE/MAX Classic. - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic, Detroit
RE/MAX of Greensboro Agent Ed Purgason Earns Lifetime Achievement Award
Ed Purgason with RE/MAX of Greensboro has been presented with the RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award, which honors highly successful agents who have earned more than $3 million in commissions and have completed seven years of service with the company. - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX of Greensboro & Partners
Silicon Valley's Luxury Home Market Continues to Surge, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Silicon Valley's hot luxury housing market got even hotter last month with sales of high-end homes and the median sale price both surging, according to a new report by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area's leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 128 homes sold... - May 26, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage