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"We're Wild About Champions" Wins 2nd Place Austin Board of Realtors 2009 Realty Roundup Gets the Champions School of Real Estate Touch
Champions School of Real Estate made a "wild" impression at the 2009 Austin Board of Realtors (ABOR) Realty Roundup on Wednesday, October 7, with its jungle themed booth winning 2nd place. "We had a lot of fun with the theme "We're Wild About Champions", and we got to talk... - October 18, 2009 - Champions School of Real Estate
A Custom IDX Solution Improves and Advances the Real Estate Search on Jill McGovern's Website
IDX Broker uses its innovative IDX solution to display raw listing MLS data on realtors websites, giving them an advantage over their competitors. - October 18, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Select New Homes, LLC Launches Its Blog to Stay More Connected with Its Customers
Select New Homes, LLC owner and operator of SaveOnANewHome.com, recently launched the newest addition to its website, the Save On A New Home Blog offering up-to-date information and tidbits for its real estate customers. - October 18, 2009 - Select New Homes, LLC
New Chicago Real Estate Agent Joins Dream Town Realty
Dream Town Realty welcomes new Chicago real estate agent Ethan Morgan to its team of residential specialists. Mr. Morgan is one of six Chicago real estate agents to join the Chicago-area brokerage in September. - October 18, 2009 - Dream Town Realty
Anderson Construction Group Named #10th Fastest Growing Private Company in 2009
Anderson Construction Group, Inc. (ACG) was named the #10th Fastest Growing Private Company in Washington State by the Puget Sound Business Journal (PSBJ) in its annual Fastest Growing Private Company list in 2009. ACG was ranked in the 10th position for sales growth over 2006-2008 with an increase... - October 18, 2009 - Anderson Construction Group, Inc.
Texas Right of Way Associates Has Partnered with Tarrant County College to Provide Certified CEUs for Their Right of Way Training Class
Texas Right of Way Associates will hold an in depth training class October 31st, 2009 at the Barnett Shale Training Center located in the Cultural District of Fort Worth. The class is titled Right of Way Agent Training Program and will provide intense knowledge and skills necessary for new right of... - October 17, 2009 - TRWA, Inc.
U.S. Department of Energy Awards Thermablok-Insulated “Refract House” First Place in Architecture in the 2009 Solar Decathlon Competition
Team California took the lead in the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon by winning the architecture contest with a score of 98 out of a possible 100. A jury of professional architects praised the Refract House, calling it “beautiful in every respect,” and applauding Team California’s student architects and designers for its "excellent project documentation, crystal-clear concept, and successful translation of regional architecture." - October 17, 2009 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Free Home Buyer Workshop This Saturday in Las Vegas
Housing for Nevada and Prudential Americana Group Host Free Workshop to Teach Home Buyers The Elements of Buying a Home, Including Down Payment Assistance, in Conjunction with a Full Day Halloween Party for the Kids. - October 17, 2009 - Prudential Americana Group
PA Group Goes Nationwide Again
The PA Group are an asbestos services company who have recently secured a number of prestigious contracts. These clients include, Safestore, Focus DIY, Virgin Media and The Royal Air Force. These contracts will allow the company to continue successfully trading through these difficult economic times. - October 17, 2009 - PA Group
Informative MLS Listing Data is Displayed on Realtor Todd Hill's Site Courtesy of IDX's Seamless Integration
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up and simplify the online property search process, saving both real estate professionals and consumers time and hassle. - October 17, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Announcing New Eco-friendly Water Damage and Mold Removal Company
Wipe Out is proud to announce its Eco-friendly Water Damage services in the Fernandina/Jacksonville area, by implementing lean production standards, and green business solutions that reduce environmental waste. Wipe Out was designed to offer an Eco-friendly choice for the ever growing market of... - October 17, 2009 - Wipe Out
Cheval Equestrian Community Debuts New Professionally Designed Model Home in Mint Hill, North Carolina
Cheval, located in beautiful Mint Hill, just outside of Charlotte, has just opened its first professionally decorated model home available for the public to tour. This stunning 4,897 square foot European-inspired home is built by award-winning builder Steve Schreiner, of Schreiner Custom Homes, a... - October 16, 2009 - Cheval
Central London Sales Market; Houses Making a Recovery
Research conducted by Winkworth shows that the Central London sales market is on the road to recovery. Winkworth Price Guides from April 2008 to September 2009 demonstrate the deceleration of decline and, in some cases, rise in prices. - October 16, 2009 - Winkworth
Graffiti Remover Uses Green Chemicals to Set a New Safety Standard
Biodegradable, industrial-strength green cleaning products safely remove markings from walls, metal, painted surfaces. - October 16, 2009 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
The Strength and Resilience of Swan Secure Fasteners Now at Nail Gun Depot
Nail Gun Depot welcomes the new addition of Swan Secure stainless steel fasteners to their extensive line. - October 16, 2009 - Nail Gun Depot
A Unique IDX Broker Software Integration Sets Realtor Brian Douglas Apart from and Above His Competition
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up and simplify the online property search process for both real estate professionals and their clients. - October 16, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Lennar Virginia Urges First-Time Homebuyers to Take Advantage of $8,000 Tax Credit Before Time Runs Out
Time is running out for homebuyers to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit. - October 16, 2009 - Lennar
Colonial Heritage Offers Helpful Programs to Support Caregivers
Caregivers Support Group helps fellow neighbors in Colonial - October 16, 2009 - Lennar
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Represent New Lawn and Garden Accessory to Industry
Inventor Jessica B. has contracted South Florida-based invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her innovative Barrow Buddy concept to industry over the next 2 years on a global level. A simple yet effective new product sure to appeal to all who toil in gardens, the Barrow Buddy... - October 16, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
Lennar Releases Last Homesites at Wright Farm Estates
Wright Farm Estates is releasing their last remaining homesites in their Purcellville community. - October 16, 2009 - Lennar
Bailey Tools & Supply, Inc. Purchases the Assets of Indianapolis Distributor Capitol Contractors Supply
Bailey Tools & Supply, Inc. has purchased the assets of Indianapolis distributor Capitol Drilling & Contractors Supply. - October 16, 2009 - Bailey Tools
Heron Bay Golf & Country Club Community Association Elects New Community Committees
Heron Bay Golf & Country Club Community Association recently announced its newest inductees to its four community committees. The resident volunteer committees, which include the Positive Standards Committee, Safety/Pool Committee, Community Liaison Committee and Social Activities Committee,... - October 16, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
Sacramento Building Departments Hitting Homeowners and Businesses with Building Code Violations and Building Permits
The slow real estate market is benefiting the city of Sacramento, but at the expense of homeowners and businesses. How are the homeowners and businesses being targeted for building code violations and building permits? - October 16, 2009 - Sacramento Design Group
‘Little House on the Prairie: the Musical’ Volunteers on a Habitat for Humanity Project in the Twin Cities
Actress Melissa Gilbert and the cast and crew of 'Little House on the Prairie: The Musical' partner with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity to spruce up St. Paul home. - October 15, 2009 - Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
TeleType Truck GPS Product Line Expands to include Canada
TeleType to include Canadian truck routing for it’s North American WorldNav Truck GPS product line. The company offers several GPS models specifically designed for truck drivers. The WorldNav portable truck GPS models feature navigation software which allows truck drivers to create routes based on the exact size and weight of their vehicles. The new software offers U.S. and Canadian truck routes, truck stop listings, CAT scales, and offers multiple point routing. - October 15, 2009 - TeleType Co.
Realtors Lacking Green Listings Can Now List Their Name and Website
As the green real estate market slowly grows, there's still many green Realtors and Brokers that don't have any green homes to list - yet many are still looking for the exposure their truly deserve for all their green commitment and added green education. - October 15, 2009 - Listed Green LLC
House of Hancock is Pleased to Announce a New Partnership with Rebel Refrigeration
Together, the two companies are prepared to meet the challenge of today’s competitive business environment and make Rebel Refrigeration the number one choice for heating and air conditioning supplies and services in Las Vegas. - October 15, 2009 - Rebel Refrigeration
William Vasana Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
William Vasana of Watson Realty Corp. in Jacksonville has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert® (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance, with a particular emphasis on short sales. At a time when millions of homeowners are... - October 15, 2009 - Watson Realty Corp., Will Vasana
Insulation Market in Netherlands
Global Research & Data Services published recently a market analysis about the insulation market in Netherlands. - October 15, 2009 - Global Research & Data Services
Chicago Real Estate Agent Becomes New Member of Dream Town Realty
Dream Town Realty announces Gordon Rosen has joined its Chicago-area brokerage. Rosen is one of six Chicago real estate agents welcomed to the company in September. - October 15, 2009 - Dream Town Realty
NewProductHelp.com at the Forefront of Marketing Efforts for New Painting Accessory
Raleigh G., a South Carolina-based inventor, has opted to contract South Florida invention assistance firm NewProductHelp.com to represent his Paint Deflectors invention to industry. A simple yet effective new product sure to resonate with professional and do-it-yourself painters alike, the Paint... - October 15, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
IDX Broker Software is Used to Enhance and Simplify the Online Real Estate Search for David Gerlitz's Clients
A custom IDX solution sets real estate professionals websites apart from their competitors with its uniqueness and seamless integration. - October 15, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
HomeRun Homes Celebrates 7 Years as the Marketplace for Rent to Own Homes
HomeRun Homes, which has revolutionized the Rent to Own Homes industry with their marketplace website (www.Lease2Buy.com), is celebrating their 7th Anniversary this month. This has been an extremely busy year for HomeRun Homes, with traffic to the site at record levels in this, their 7th year of... - October 15, 2009 - HomeRun Homes
Gafcon Selected as Project Manager for Landmark Berlin Wall Memorial Project in Los Angeles
Original Berlin Wall segments to be erected along Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Cold War icon. - October 14, 2009 - Gafcon Inc.
Plumber Secrets Revealed: Seven Mission Critical Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Family's House Running Smoothly
Since 1946 LJ Brown Plumbing has been providing plumbing services to the North Side of Chicago and the Near North Chicago suburbs. David Bogot, company President, says early winter and the holiday season are especially hard on homes' plumbing. Over the years LJ Brown plumbers have developed a 7 point plumbing safety check that can head off problems before they turn into emergency plumbing calls. - October 14, 2009 - Leonard J. Brown Plumbing, Inc.
Randr Inc Would Like to Announce the Latest Release of Their 2nd Derivative Rental Portal. The Rental Portal is One of Randr Inc's EBusiness Suites.
Randr Inc would like to announce the latest release of their 2nd Derivative Rental Portal. The Rental Portal is one of Randr Inc's free Open Source EBusiness Suites (EBS). It is a full function back office transaction system and a true web application for equipment rental (for hire) companies. - October 14, 2009 - Randr, Inc.
Ethernet Extension Experts Goes Airborne with WiFi Addition to Its Lineup
Powerful, Flexible WiFi Access Point Helps Customers Cut Costs…and Cut the Cord. - October 14, 2009 - Ethernet Extension Experts
Jeff Benton Homes Recognized for Growth in Down Economy
Builder magazine's August 2009 issue recognized Jeff Benton Homes (JBH) for its growth during the current economic downturn. While the 2008 housing market is off by 23.5 percent, JBH had its best month in its 22-year history. Even among the top-200 builders in the country, Jeff Benton was one of the few builders to increase both revenue and closings during that period. - October 14, 2009 - Jeff Benton Homes
William Vasana Completes Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource Course for the Residential Specialist
William Vasana of Watson Realty Corp. has completed a highly specialized course in Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) conducted by the Council of Residential Specialists of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. The Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource program recognizes the... - October 14, 2009 - Watson Realty Corp., Will Vasana
Lennar Hires Jasmine Scott as Willowcove at Nocatee New Home Consultant
Scott will be working alongside New Home Consultant Cal Williams at the brand new community. - October 14, 2009 - Lennar, East Coast Division
Steve Harrington Displays His Local MLS Listings on His Own Personal Website with the Help of Custom IDX Broker
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online property search process, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time and hassle. - October 14, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Bowen Family Homes’ Penny Incentives Flying High
Only one month remains for homebuyers looking to capitalize on Bowen Family Homes’ penny incentives during the builders Penny Power Promotion which began on September 9 and concludes on November 8. The promotion is designed for both homebuyers and Realtors. - October 14, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
Lexington SC Construction Company Connects Customers with Affordable New Home Builders
In the current economic situation is more important than ever for customers to find affordable new home builders when they are ready to build the home of their dreams. Lexington, South Carolina’s McGuinn Construction Management has honed in on this need and connects customers with home... - October 14, 2009 - Mcguinn Homes
USBCI Connects with Homeowners to Provide Answers to Defective Drywall Questions
A discussion panel comprised of 15 top experts which is “Open to the Public” allows homeowners to get their questions answered on defective Chinese drywall, its effects to property values and health concerns. - October 13, 2009 - USBCI
Sustainable Furnishings Council’s GREENleaders Program Accredits Denise Whitley of Interior Concepts
Denise Whitley, of Interior Concepts; Interior Designer, Certified Re-Designer and Home Stager, has added GREENleaders Accredited Professional to her certifications. - October 13, 2009 - Interior Concepts
Designer Floors in Nashville Prepares to Open the Most Comprehensive Flooring Showroom of Its Kind
There's something new to Nashville. Although Designer Floors has been serving the flooring needs in the greater Nashville area for over 18 years, its changing names and adding services. - October 13, 2009 - Designer Floors & Interiors
‘World of Sofas’ Grand Opening Sale Campaign is Underway
World of sofas has begun its Grand Opening Sale promotional campaign, offering quality, stylish furniture at prices that people can afford, particularly in light of payment options with up to four years interest-free credit. World of sofas is a new venture of Paul Briant, Steve Dowdall, Peter Ling, Craig Hart and Brian Neilly. They spotted a gap in the market where other players have exited. - October 12, 2009 - World of sofas
Bowen Family Homes Announces Presales at Three Communities
Bowen Family Homes is pleased to announce that presales are currently underway at the highly sought after communities of Brynfield-Woodvale, Caswell Overlook and Stonehaven Pointe. - October 12, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
Cold-Water Pressure Washers with Automatic Shutoff Technology®
Daimer Industries®' 8700 Super Max™ machines with AST® offer convenience and performance for operators of electric pressure washers. - October 12, 2009 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Learn to Maximize Self-Storage Telephone Sales at MiniCo Publishing Webinar
In today’s highly competitive self-storage market, telephone sales contribute significantly to an operation’s profits. Join respected self-storage management professional Tom Litton for a free webinar on November 4, 2009, entitled "Maximizing Telephone Sales: How to Use Your Web... - October 12, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC