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Brian Schantz Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Home Owners in Danger of Foreclosure
Realtors® such as Brian Schantz with the CDPE designation have valuable training in short sales that can offer the homeowner much better alternatives to foreclosure, which virtually destroys the credit rating. - September 23, 2009 - Teamworks Real Estate
Santa Barbara Mortgage Advisor Sets Goal to Raise $5000 to Fight Cancer
Loan Officer to Donate Portion of Commissions to Benefit Cancer Research and Treatment. - September 23, 2009 - Jeremy Kossen
Westview Products, Inc. Lets the Light Into the Independence Station
Westview Products, Inc., based in Dallas, OR, will invite the light to shine into the homes, offices and retail spaces in Independence Station while also helping the structure maintain energy independence. The $15 million building in Independence, OR, is expected to become the World’s... - September 23, 2009 - Independence Station
Independence Station Partners with EcoDomo
EcoDomo leather tiles will add another green component and sophisticated style to Independence Station, the mixed-use facility expected to become the World’s Greenest Building when it opens in Independence, OR, next year. Made from the discarded scraps from BMW car seat manufacturers and... - September 23, 2009 - Independence Station
Solar Business Startup Announces a Toolkit to Simplify the Paperwork for Solar Businesses
A new set of industry specific business tools have been created for solar business owners to help with the tasks of system design, site inspection, bidding, and account management. - September 23, 2009 - Solar Business Startup
Lennar Advises Prospective First-Time Homebuyers That Time is Running Out to Take Advantage of the $8,000 Tax Credit
Homebuilder has homes available for immediate closing in Maryland and Pennsylvania. - September 23, 2009 - Lennar, East Coast Division
RV & Boat Storage Businesses the Focus of MiniCo Publishing Webinar
In today’s economic climate, RV and boat storage continues to offer self‑storage facility owners opportunities to grow their businesses and bring in revenue. On September 30, 2009, two respected self-storage professionals will present "A Change in Course: Boat & RV Storage is a... - September 23, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Diffuse Reflectance Capability Extends Range of Applications for Exoscan Hand-Held FTIR
A2 Technologies recently announced that the Exoscan hand-held FTIR is now available with diffuse reflectance sampling interface. This capability greatly extends the range of applications for the Exoscan system. With the diffuse reflectance sampling capability, Exoscan can tackle an increased... - September 22, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Smyrna Roofing Contractors Are Recognized as "Top Local Roofers" in the Atlanta, GA Area
Reliable Renovations & Roofing is a leading roofing company in Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Roswell, and Smyrna, GA who stands strong in the world of roofing. - September 21, 2009 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
Wisconsin Self Storage Association Selects MiniCo Publication as Member Benefit
The Wisconsin Self Storage Association (WSSA) has joined associations from 20 other states and the District of Columbia in choosing to provide MiniCo Publishing’s "Self-Storage Now!" magazine as a member benefit. The quarterly management-focused publication will be distributed to... - September 21, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
The Ritz Cabarete Offers a Unique Alternative with Their Newly Developed Luxury Condos in the Dominican Republic
The Ritz Cabarete Condominium village provides international clientele with a unique alternative to owning property abroad with their luxurious condominiums in Cabarete Beach. - September 20, 2009 - The Ritz Cabarete
Founder of Leadership in Capital Projects Heads Workshop: 23rd Anniversary of Executive Women in Texas Government
Carol Warkoczewski, founder of Leadership in Capital Projects (LinCP) Forum, will speak at the EWTG Conference on November 23, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines near Bastrop, Texas. The conference provides opportunities for leadership development skills for multiple career levels. - September 20, 2009 - LinCP Forum/Synergy Builders
Brentano Fabrics in Redesigned Smart Home
Museum of Science and Industry Reopens “Chicago’s Greenest Home.” - September 20, 2009 - Brentano, Inc.
HomeReach.com Hits a Home Run of a Lifetime
In the Padres 7 – 3 win against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, September 13th, Padre Player Will Venable was not the only one to hit a home run. Locally based San Diego Real Estate Company, HomeReach.com also hit a home run, creating an experience of a lifetime when they took 62 local... - September 20, 2009 - HomeReach.com
"A" Rated BBB Business Offering Loan Restructuring to Families and Commercial Property Owners in Crisis
Garner Financial Services Group is offering free consultations and free loan restructuring prequalification for families and commercial property owners in crisis. - September 20, 2009 - Garner Financial Services Group
Dan O'Hara Can Create XML Codes to Increase His Real Estate Listings Visibility Throughout the Web with an IDX Addition
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. - September 20, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Innovative New Business Venture Enters Calgary Real Estate Market
A new company, GreenApple Staging and Images, has joined the Calgary business community to offer home staging and real estate photography services. - September 20, 2009 - GreenApple Staging and Images
User Friendly IDX Search Tools Speed Up the Online Real Estate Search for Jerry Millers Website Visitors
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to create a sense of ease and efficiency for home seekers when searching for real estate online. - September 19, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Consolidated Operations Group, Inc Receives 2009 Best of Chicago Award
Consolidated Operations Group, Inc. (COG) has been selected for the 2009 Best of Chicago Award in the Business Consulting category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. - September 19, 2009 - Consolidated Operations Group, Inc.
Home Inspections of Northern Virginia Introduces Chinese Drywall Testing and Inspections
Virginia home owners worried about the health risks and damaging effects of Chinese drywall can find information on the website of Home Inspections of Northern Virginia, LLC, www.hiofnva.com. Chinese drywall has the potential to be the largest material defect to impact the construction industry... - September 19, 2009 - Home Inspections of Northern Virginia
Advertising Real Estate is Also About Location - Contextured Reveals the Latest Trends and Market Developments Within the Property Market
The property market has become tougher in recent times. House prices have plummeted as traditional means for selling and letting property fail to achieve results. However there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel with house prices up for the second month in a row according to Halifax, along with industry trends uncovered by the property manager survey, showing an increased focus online marketing attracting more would be buyers. - September 19, 2009 - Contextured
Blue Archer Launches Site for SLAP, Pittsburgh-Based Pre-College Design Arts and Architecture Program
Site comes in 15th year of teaching creative inquiry, design, sustainability, and service. - September 19, 2009 - Blue Archer
Russian Flooring Market – A Brand-New Market Analysis
Russian demand for flooring has been growing strongly with an average growth of 10.6% per year between 2002 and 2008. The situation in the market seems to be rather attractive for foreign flooring companies as the growth is predicted to continue in the following years. - September 19, 2009 - Global Research & Data Services
AKM Announces Continued Success of Their Guard Rail Protection System
Leading roof top guard rail manufacturer AKM Fabrications Ltd, based in Chorley are very pleased to announce the success of their recently redesigned website which has helped them to attract new international distributors. - September 19, 2009 - AKM fabrications
2009 International Photography Awards (IPA) Awards Juan Mullerat with a 1st Place and an Honorary Mention on Different Categories
The International Photography Awards Competition (IPA) awarded Juan Mullerat, an architect and urbanist who currently resides in Miami, Florida, the 1st place in Special - Industrial category for the entry "nuclear dawn" and an Honorable Mention in Architecture - Cityscapes category for the winning entry "reflected highlights" at their 2009 Competition. - September 19, 2009 - Juan Mullerat
Calloway’s Nursery to Host the North & Central Texas Herb Society of America
On Saturday, Oct. 10th, Calloway’s Nursery at Preston Road in Plano will host the North and Central Texas Unit of the Herb Society of America. Calloway’s has chosen to partner with this non-profit organization to help raise funds and increase awareness. The event, which will be held at... - September 19, 2009 - Calloway's Nursery
Dynamics Capital Group Presents Major Real Estate Syndication Summit on Sept 22
Valuable Seminar at West LA’s Luxe Hotel Features 16 Expert Speakers and Offers Eight Hours of Continuing Education Credit for CPAs and Attorneys - September 19, 2009 - Dynamics Capital Group
The Truth About Distressed Properties
Real estate survey and study highlight REO, short-sale trends. - September 18, 2009 - Inman News
Investors Say Bottom of Property Market Has Passed - Colliers International Investor Sentiment Findings Show Majority Now Believe Property Clock is at 7 o’Clock
Australia’s top institutional and private investors believe the nation is well and truly past the bottom of the property cycle and now heading towards upswing, according to new survey findings released today by Colliers International. The second Colliers International Investor Sentiment... - September 18, 2009 - Colliers International (Australia)
A Rare Opportunity to Own New Build Luxury Ski Apartments in the French Alps
The Alpine resort of Avoriaz is currently undergoing a massive 200 million Euro infrastructure improvement program and this is the first time in 40 years new build luxury ski apartments are available for sale in the resort. - September 18, 2009 - ILRE
Choice Home Warranty Expects a Stronger Residential Real Estate Market
Warren Buffet says "we're certainly—we’re through the worst of it" on an interview with CNBC's Becky Quick - September 18, 2009 - Choice Home Warranty
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Unveils Project Hope
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the Community Service Committee has launched Project Hope, a food and snack drive aimed at helping to feed underprivileged students of Hope Elementary School. Hope Elementary is a... - September 18, 2009 - RRAR
BJAC’s Professional Staff Now 86 Percent LEED Accredited Professionals
Lou Jurkowski, CEO at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional service for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that 86 percent of the design staff has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) by the U. - September 18, 2009 - BJAC
Colonial Heritage Establishes Community Foundation to Support Charitable Programs
Lennar established the Colonial Heritage Community Foundation to support charitable causes and neighborhood efforts within Colonial Heritage and the surrounding area. - September 18, 2009 - Lennar
Home Buyer Workshop
As the $8,000 Tax Credit progam for First Time Home Buyers is coming to an end, this may be one of the last opportunities for anyone to begin the process of buying a home and being able to qualify for the Tax Credit. Mark Laycock, REALTOR® with Metro Brokers/GMAC Real Estate is offering a free workshop to help anyone interested in taking the first steps to obtain the American Dream of Home Ownership. - September 18, 2009 - Mark Laycock
An Integrated IDX Broker Format Simplifies and Speeds Up the Online Real Estate Search for Home Seekers
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to create a sense of ease and efficiency for home seekers during their online property search. - September 18, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Alternative Latin Investor Reports on Real Estate in Latin America : Columbia is Heating Up
Alternative Latin Investor, a new Digital Publication based out of Buenos Aires just released an article on Real Estate in Columbia. - September 18, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Getting Connected is Key to Real Estate Investors Success
In Changing Times Real Estate Investors Need to Plug-in to Real Estate Investing Associations to Learn and Network - September 18, 2009 - Get Real REI
Dream Town Lands Most Expensive '09 Home Sale in Chicago Real Estate
A 12,000 sq. ft. mansion in Lincoln Park sold for $5.6 million in August, the highest price paid for a home in Chicago so far this year. Dream Town Realty's Christine Carr was the selling agent for the property. - September 18, 2009 - Dream Town Realty
NH Green Builder Steven Reddy Featured Speaker at Manchester Home and Energy Show
New Hampshire (NH) custom home builder Steven Reddy of Zetland Homes LLC to speak on Green Building and Energy Efficiency at the Manchester Home and Energy Show September 26 and 27, 2009. - September 18, 2009 - Zetland Homes LLC
Rentricity, ARRA to Support New Hampshire-Based Water Utility Clean Energy Initiative
Rentricity Inc., a New York-based renewable energy recovery company, is completing an energy recovery installation within the Water Treatment Facility in the City of Keene, New Hampshire. This project, which will transform the excess energy contained in over-pressurized water pipes into a new source of "green" electricity, is supported by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) stimulus funding program. - September 17, 2009 - Rentricity Inc.
Intuitive Concepts Receives 2009 Best of Sunbury Award
Intuitive Concepts, Inc. has received the 2009 Best of Sunbury Award from the US Commerce Association (USCA). This association recognizes businesses who enhance their community through exceptional service. - September 17, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
An IDX Solution Increases Efficiency on Rick Smenner's Site, Developing a More User-Friendly Online Property Search
An IDX Broker software integration sets real estate professionals apart from their competitors with the unique search functionalities and resources it provides. - September 17, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
UkieTech Corporation Moves to New Location
Mr. Vasylyshyn, Director of Art at UkieTech Corporation, today announced that the UkieTech Corporation has moved to a new location at 1900 W Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622. All phone numbers and e-mail addresses are unchanged. About the UkieTech Corporation The UkieTech Corp provides variety... - September 17, 2009 - Ukietech
FreemanWhite Completes $65 Million Construction on Southminster Retirement Community Project
David Segmiller, AIA, principal at FreemanWhite (www.freemanwhite.com), an architectural, engineering, interior design and consulting services firm for healthcare organizations worldwide, has announced the completion of a construction project for Southminster (www.southminster.org), a Charlotte... - September 17, 2009 - FreemanWhite
Trinity Garage Doors & Openers, Inc. Announces New Hours of Operation
With the increase in call volume, Trinity Garage Doors & Openers announced that they are changing their hours of operation to accommodate the demand. “Our call volume into our office has changed over the last two months and we are having to adjust our hours of availability so our... - September 16, 2009 - Trinity Garage Doors & Openers, Inc.
Boasting 23 Sales in August with a Market Pacing at Three, Balboa Ridge is Arguably the Hottest Condominium Community in the County
According to the New Housing Monitor, while other condominium communities in the county are selling an average of three homes per month, Balboa Ridge has averaged 19 sales over the last four months. - September 16, 2009 - Balboa Ridge Condos
41 Habitat-NYC Families to Receive Keys to New Affordable, Eco-Friendly Homes in Ocean Hill-Brownsville, Brooklyn as Historic Habitat-NYC Complex is Completed
41 low-income New York City families to receive keys to their new affordable homes in a joyful celebration in Ocean Hill-Brownsville, Brooklyn. - September 16, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity - New York City
New Video Helps Real Estate Investors Calculate Property Values
Knowing What a Home That is in Need of Repair is Worth is One of the Greatest Challenges for Real Estate Investors. - September 16, 2009 - Get Real REI
TheRightListing.com Explodes Onto the Real Estate Scene to Change the Way MLS is Done
Tens of millions of people have been negatively affected by the recent housing struggles and overall economic downturn. All around the country – real estate valuations are down and people are finding it hard to sell their homes and still break even. With this in mind - TheRightListing.com was... - September 16, 2009 - TheRightListing