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The Cal Vet Loan - The "Dream Loan" Glimmers Hope for Veterans
General benefits a US Veteran can expect when purchasing a property through Housing Assist of America. - June 17, 2009 - Housing Assist of America
Short Sale Discussion Led by Foreclosure Response Team at 2009 NAR Midyear Expo in Washington, DC
As part of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) 2009 Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo held in Washington, DC from May 11 – 16, the Foreclosure Response Team (FRT) coordinated leadership meetings and a roundtable discussion on the topic of “Short Sales.” The FRT... - June 17, 2009 - Foreclosure Response Team
Lennar Jacksonville Continues Expansion of Team
Homebuilder Hires Three New Home Consultants. - June 17, 2009 - Lennar, East Coast Division
Single Property Sites Awarded CRS Quality Tested Seal of Approval
Single Property Sites (SPS), is announcing the company's receipt of a new Quality Tested and Approved Vendor status from the Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). - June 16, 2009 - Single Property Sites
On-Line Real Estate Veteran Jed Katz Joins SmartZip Board of Directors
Appointment Follows SmartZip Investment from Javelin Venture Partners - June 16, 2009 - Smartzip
Lee Mirman Honored in Washington, D.C. as One of America’s "Heroes of Small Business"
On Wednesday, May 20th, 2009, Lee Mirman, broker/owner of Investments in Sarasota, was one of nine speakers at a U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Small Business celebratory hearing entitled “Heroes of Small Business” which aimed to acknowledge the role entrepreneurs play in... - June 16, 2009 - Investments in Sarasota
Stone Image Decorative Concrete Introducing Two New Colour Systems for 2009. Turning Concrete Into Art is the Name of the Game.
Today it seems that everywhere you look, whether in a restaurant, retail store, airport, casino, or home, there is a good chance you will see decorative stained concrete flooring underfoot. Stone Image offers many different options for concrete acid staining and engraving. They also offer many industrial protective coatings that exceed industry standards, using only the best products in the industry. - June 16, 2009 - Stone Image
MKFireplaces Engineers are Gas Safe Registered
MKFireplaces is pleased to confirm that their engineers are Gas Safe registered. You should feel confident in engaging MKFireplaces to undertake any work on gas appliances or installations in your home or business. - June 15, 2009 - MKFireplaces
Property Price Falls Decelerate as Demand Heightens
The return of buyers to the property market and a depleting level of stock to meet this demand will help stall price falls, Winkworth predicts. - June 15, 2009 - Winkworth
Air Quality Control Announces East PA Radon Remediation, Testing, and Reduction Services to Reduce Cancer Risk
According to Air Quality Control, some of the Eastern Pennsylvania areas that have elevated levels of radon are Havertown, Norristown, Bethlehem, Aston, Kunkletown, Collegeville, and Wallingford PA. - June 14, 2009 - Air Quality Control Radon Mitigation Remediation
Online Retailer Air-N-Water.com Announces Availability of NewAir AC-12000E Portable Air Conditioner
Southern California-based home appliance retailer Air-N-Water.com announced the availability of one their most popular portable air conditioner models in just time for the summer – the NewAir AC-12000E. This portable AC unit delivers quality and performance for a variety of cooling... - June 14, 2009 - Air and Water Inc.
Custom Home Builder, Top Selling New Home Realtor Join Forces - Marketing Agreement Will Benefit Entry-Level First Time Home Buyers
Brook Swientisky, Colorado/Wyoming Master Franchisor for G.J. Gardner Homes, announces a marketing agreement between his company and The Group, Inc., a Residential and Commercial Real Estate firm. The Group has ranked in the top 100 Big Brokers Report published by RealTrends every year since 1991... - June 14, 2009 - G.J. Gardner Homes, Colorado/Wyoming
A Custom Integration and Unique IDX Tools Give Realtor Corinne Guest an Advantage Over Her Competition
A custom IDX solution saves real estate professionals and their clients time by speeding up the online real estate search. - June 14, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Lavendon Access Services Backs Work Experience Project
Lavendon Access Services has seen its first work experience candidate successfully complete his placement. Paul Armstrong gained a 2 week insight into the day to day operations of the UK’s largest powered access rental business, along with practical and theoretical engineering... - June 14, 2009 - Lavendon Access Services
HomeRun Homes Offers Free Rent to Own Ads to Non-Profit Housing Organizations
HomeRun Homes has Begun Offering their Rent to Own Advertising Services Free of Charge to Non-Profit Housing Organizations for Buyers and Sellers in Dire Straits. As the Economy continues to sputter, many homeowners and potential homebuyers are falling between the cracks. HomeRun Homes has... - June 14, 2009 - HomeRun Homes
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Assist USO in Bagdad
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association is supporting the troops by sending donations to the largest United Service Organization (USO) distribution center in Bagdad. Terry Benson, a past RRAR member, is... - June 14, 2009 - RRAR
Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates – Christies Great Estates is Exclusive Broker for the Teton Club
Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates – Christies Great Estate’s announced today that they are the exclusive brokerage for the Teton Club located in Teton Village, Wyoming. The broker will work with the developer of the Teton Club to sell out the club's remaining inventory. Jackson Hole... - June 13, 2009 - Living In Jackson Hole
Mark T. Elia, President of Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Named July NAHB Remodeler of the Month
Mark T. Elia, President of Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc. in West Long Branch, NJ was named the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers July Remodeler of the Month. Mark T. Elia, selected through a stringent judging process of NAHB Remodelers leadership and staff, exemplifies the best in the remodeling industry. - June 13, 2009 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
Lightswitch Architectural Lights Up Chicago Model City Exhibition
Lightswitch Architectural demonstrates the effects of light in the Chicago Model City exhibition, a replica of Chicago’s downtown and designed to provoke thought about how cities develop, which opens today at the Chicago Architecture Foundation. - June 13, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
Wolf Taps Former Company President to Lead Pack Again
Tom Wolf, who served as president of The Wolf Organization from 1985 to 2006, is once again heading up operations at the York, Pa.-based building materials company, returning in Spring 2009 in the role of CEO. Wolf, who left the 166-year-old family-owned business to serve as Pennsylvania’s... - June 13, 2009 - Wolf Distributing Company
A Unique IDX Integration Simplifies the MLS Property Search on Realtor Tim Sapp’s Website
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the real estate search, saving brokers, agents and their clients time. - June 13, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
AIA Michigan Among Partners in Main Street Oakland County Workshop Series
Three-Part Series Focuses on Coping in Tough Economic Times. - June 13, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Michigan
Ocean Spray Hot Tubs and Saunas Chosen by Aqua Magazine for 2009 Hall of Fame Award
Ocean Spray Hot Tubs and Saunas enters Long Island Hall of Fame. Aqua Magazine chose Ocean Spray Hot Tubs and Saunas five years in a row as the best on Long Island. - June 13, 2009 - Ocean Spray Hot Tubs and Saunas
Kranlyft to Exhibit at Vertikal Days
Kranlyft UK will be exhibiting the two newest additions to their range of Mini Cranes at the Vertikal Days Exhibition that takes place this year on 24th and 25th June at Haydock Park Racecourse. They will be displaying the MC174 and the LC1385 alongside other machines. Their mini crane range now consists of seven machines spanning maximum lifting capacities from 1 to 6 tons. - June 13, 2009 - Kranlyft
Epoch Homes Takes Top Honors at HBRANH Cornerstone Awards
Epoch Homes, a New Hampshire based leader in Custom Prefab Green Building took home the Gold in three categories at the Homebuilders/Remodelers Association Cornerstone Awards banquet. - June 13, 2009 - Epoch Homes
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Hosts Housing Opportunity Committee Housing Fair
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association will host the RRAR Housing Opportunity Committee Housing Fair on Saturday, June 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Triangle Town Center between Saks and Macy’s,... - June 13, 2009 - RRAR
A Guide to Surviving the Economic Slowdown Through Facilities Management
Qube Global Software has announced the second in a series of White Papers aimed to help Facilities Managers survive and thrive during the economic downturn. - June 13, 2009 - Qube Global Software
Graco Inc. Launches New 4500 psi Hydra-Clean Pressure Washer
The Hydra-Clean 4500 psi pressure washer is designed for heavy duty cleaning of large equipment and facilities. - June 12, 2009 - Graco Inc
Luxury Apartments Are Looking Very ‘Architectural Digest’
Let’s be clear – Atlanta’s new 5 East, wants you and it is doing everything it can to entice you. This complex is not what you would expect from an apartment community. This chic urban oasis is progressive, new and fresh; mixing modern design with the look and feel of an upscale... - June 12, 2009 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Commercial Tenant Advisors, LLC Represents The South Central Library System in Finding a New Office Facility
Commercial Tenant Advisors, LLC is pleased to have represented the South Central Library System for their new, 11,000 square foot headquarters on Madison’s east side. SCLS provides technical, educational and IT support to 52 public libraries throughout 7 counties, including all Madison... - June 12, 2009 - CresaPartners
Bowen Family Homes Advises New Home Buyers on Purchasing a New Home Vs. a Foreclosure
Bowen Family Homes recently launched a new Web page which provides new Atlanta home buyers with information on purchasing a new home vs. a foreclosure. - June 12, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
New Corporate Division Launched at Purple Wave Auction
“Purple Wave has seen significant growth in our heavy equipment sales over the past year,” said CEO and founder Aaron McKee, “Creating a team dedicated to that side of our business allows us to focus on the specialized needs of these asset categories.” - June 12, 2009 - Purple Wave Auction
Jackson Assist-2-Sell Office Experiencing Unprecedented Growth
Local real estate broker Kimberly Kelly has found a way to beat the slow housing market. Since implementing several new marketing programs and back office systems earlier this year, Kelly’s Assist-2-Sell® office has experienced tremendous growth. The Jackson Assist-2-Sell office is now... - June 12, 2009 - Assist-2-Sell Realty Brokerage Group
Adache Real Estate Launches Comprehensive Foreclosure Website to Service Demand in Current Real Estate Market
Adache Real Estate, a full service brokerage firm based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, announced the launch of www.adacheREO.com, a free foreclosure-only website designed to serve the needs of bargain hunters as well as investors ready to take advantage of the multiple opportunities that this juncture... - June 12, 2009 - Adache Real Estate, LLC
The Online MLS Search is Simplified on Realtor Susan Orth’s Website with the Addition of Custom IDX Broker
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online property search, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time. - June 12, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Balfour Beatty Construction Completes Pro-Bono Services Services for Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial
Balfour Beatty Construction recently completed pro-bono construction services on the Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial. Located on the north end of Trinity Park along West 7th Street in Fort Worth, the memorial was dedicated on June 5, 2009. The dedication marked the culmination of 15... - June 11, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
New Lightweight Rooftop Terrace Solution with LEED for Building Green
Outdoor living can reclaim rooftop sunspace with green building materials without rebuilding for loads while capturing rain runoff. New building green solutions for residential and commercial outdoor rooms constructed above grade. - June 11, 2009 - DexSystems Inc.
DMB Associates, Inc. Appoints Dietrich Knoer as Chief Investment Officer
DMB Associates, Inc., a private equity real estate investment and development firm, today announced a new addition to its executive leadership team. Dietrich Knoer has been appointed as Chief Investment Officer. As Chief Investment Officer, Knoer will report to DMB Chief Executive Officer, Eneas... - June 11, 2009 - DMB Associates, Inc
Gitta Urbainczyk, P.A. Has Teamed Up with Military Housing Assistance Fund - MHAF
Gitta’s Real Estate Team was just recently chosen to represent the US Housing Assistance Fund (MHAF) www.usmhaf.org here in the greater Orlando area to serve their clients in the buying of homes. Gitta’s Real Estate Team is pound to help military families in achieving their American... - June 11, 2009 - Gitta Urbainczyk P.A.
The Jones Company Ranks Highest in Revenue
According to MarketGraphics Research Group, The Jones Company of Tennessee was ranked #1 for having the highest projected sales revenue among all Homebuilders for 2009. - June 11, 2009 - The Jones Company
ConstructionDigital.com’s June Issue Explores the Impact Flexible Concrete Will Have on the Construction Industry
Green Demolitions Steve Feldman, the Chartered Institute of Builders Keith Pickavance, and profiles of 36 companies across the globe in the latest issue of ConstructionDigital.com - June 11, 2009 - Construction Digital magazine
Highland Homes Launches New Web Site
mRELEVANCE LLC team creates search engine optimized site for Florida Home Builder - June 11, 2009 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Sterling Custom Homes Begins Building in Horseshoe Bay
Sterling Custom Homes is excited to expand its operations to the well-known resort community of Horseshoe Bay. - June 11, 2009 - Sterling Custom Homes
E-Z Movers’ Partners Up with Chicago Apartment Finders, Making Your Moving Experience a Great One
E-Z Movers, a Chicago-based moving company, is proud to announce they have partnered with Chicago Apartment Finders. - June 11, 2009 - E-Z Movers, Inc.
E-Z Movers’ Teams Up with Apartment People, All Your Services Needed to Make Your Moving Experience a Better One
E-Z Movers, a Chicago-based moving company, is proud to announce they have partnered with Apartment People, Chicago's largest free apartment finding service. - June 11, 2009 - E-Z Movers, Inc.
A Custom IDX Integration Speeds Up the Online Property Search Process for Realtor Jodi Bakst and Her Clients
Real estate professionals and their clients save both time and hassle when searching for real estate online, with the help of a custom IDX solution. - June 11, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Nationwide Platforms Working a Dream
Nationwide Platforms recently helped with the installation of a giant statue on the site of the former Sutton Manor colliery near St Helens, Merseyside. Two Genie G85’s were chosen to assist with the construction of ‘Dream’, the work of internationally renowned contemporary artist... - June 11, 2009 - Nationwide Platforms
Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio Allies with Stellar Concepts and Design to Embrace Ruby on Rails
Since website-makeover is already a forte of Stellar Concepts and Design, it is natural for Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio to seek their service and advice on redesigning their website on ‘Ruby on Rails’ language. - June 11, 2009 - Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio
Free Webinar Presents Economic Survival Tips for Self-Storage Managers
In today’s climate of economic instability, self-storage managers must examine and reassess every operational detail. On July 8, 2009, veteran self-storage management professional Ann Parham, President and CEO of Joshua Management, will present the free webinar "Economic Survival for... - June 11, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
WomenBuild™ 2009 Kick-Off Raises Wall on Minneapolis Home
Redefining the phrase "break a nail," several hundred women will descend on a South Minneapolis home this summer with power tools in hand as part of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s (TCHFH) WomenBuild™ project. To celebrate the accomplishments of local women in addressing poverty housing, Governor Tim Pawlenty has declared June 15 WomenBuild™ in Minnesota. - June 10, 2009 - Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity