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Taylor & Syfan's Engineering Talents on Display at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
Taylor & Syfan, a California-based structural engineering firm looked to for its experience with one-of-a-kind projects, led a team engineeers in the construction of The Bamboo Starscraper. - May 02, 2009 - Taylor & Syfan Consulting Engineers
Blue Realty Named to National Real Estate Power Broker List
Blue Realty GMAC, with nine offices and over 200 licensed Realtors in New Jersey, has been named to the 2009 RISMedia National Real Estate Power Broker List, ranking 468 in the country in closed real estate transactions and 432 in dollar volume. The RISMedia National Power Broker List is released... - May 02, 2009 - Blue Realty
Accent Construction Receives Trendsetter Award
Firm Recognized for Commitment to Sustainable Building Practices - May 02, 2009 - Accent Construction
Dynamic Solutions and Systems Offers Real Estate Short Sale Services
New service by Dynamic Solutions and Systems will educate and assist property owners and investors. - May 01, 2009 - Dynamic Solutions and Systems
Montenegro Property Benefiting from Lifestyle Buyer Prevalence
Montenegro property is benefiting from the current prevalence of lifestyle property buying, according to overseas property portal Property Abroad. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Remarkable Romanian Economy Tipped for Property Investment
Though the EC recently adjusted its growth forecasts for Romania, its economy is still expected to grow this year. That makes Romania one of the few countries in the world that is expected to avoid recession, quite an exceptional achievement for a country with a fragile emerging economy -- though it is surprisingly common in Eastern Europe. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Portugal to be Boosted by Strengthening Pound
Azure Overseas recently forecast a revival in the Silver Coast property market, as Sterling continues to strengthen against the Euro. This is a sentiment echoed by overseas property portal Property Abroad.com, only the portal goes further to suggest that other parts of Portugal will also be massively boosted. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Slovakia Tipped for Overseas Property Investment 2009
Slovakia is one of the best places in the world right now to make a property investment, according to Property Abroad.com. The low prices of property and economic robustness of Slovakia were cited as reasons for the recommendation. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
EnergizedSeller Launches Twitter Site, Provides Home Selling Tips to Its Followers
EnergizedSeller offers information in Twitter site, on Selling House, How to Sell a House, Home Selling Tips or House Selling Tips, Real Estate Home Value, buying, increase Home Values, Home Property Value and home improvement. - May 01, 2009 - EnergizedSeller
Panama Property to See Accelerating Growth by August - Portal
Panama property prices will be growing rapidly again as early as this August, according to overseas property portal Property Abroad. The country has been unaffected by the credit crunch, and the property market kept afloat by undeterred American retirees. Because of this, prices are largely un-dented, and transaction volumes remain steady, said emerging markets analyst Julie Liddle, a spokesperson for the portal. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Unique Integration and Custom IDX Tools Simplify the Online Property Search for Realtor Mike Smith’s Clients
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online real estate search, saving both realtors and their clients time and hassle. - May 01, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Prudential’s Top Real Estate Team Grows with New Additions
Luxury High Rise Specialist Cristine Lefkowitz & Team Join Shapiro & Sher Group. - May 01, 2009 - Prudential Americana Group
Emerging Mexico Market Tipped for Property Investment
Mexico is not often recognised for its economic prowess, never the less it has exceptional potential for economic growth, and even during the current downturn is performing exceptionally well. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
BJAC Architect Earns LEED Certification
Dan Fields, principal at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm that offers professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced Benjamin Ward has been certified as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) by the U.S. - May 01, 2009 - BJAC
K:NOW - An Innovation for the Property Industry
Colliers International and News Digital announces a new collaboration: "k:now". "k:now", a desktop widget streams information as it happens from not only The Australian, the Wall Street Journal and Colliers International but it also monitors the share price of A-REITS and other... - May 01, 2009 - Colliers International (Australia)
Rental Markets, Inc. Partners with SC Bodner Company, Inc.
Rental Markets, Inc. announces their partnership with SC Bodner Company and 10ants.com. SC Bodner Company based in Indianapolis, Indiana is one of the nation’s leading high-end multi-family developers and recently ranked 13 of 50 in the nation’s top multifamily builders by the... - May 01, 2009 - Rental Markets, Inc
Crana Electric, Inc. Commence Work on Interior Retail Fit-Outs at The Gateway Center, Bronx Terminal Market
Now entering its 7th year, Crana Electric, Inc. is rapidly establishing itself as a superior full service electrical contractor in the highly demanding niche of commercial interiors. The company has completed a myriad of interior projects, for many of the most prominent clients in New York... - May 01, 2009 - Crana Electric, Inc.
Saudi Photographer Faisal Almalki Wins Photographer of the Year (Masters Cup)
Saudi photographer, Faisal Almalki, named "Photographer of the Year" in the 3rd Annual Masters of Photography Cup (Color Awards) 2009. - April 30, 2009 - Faisal Almalki Photography
Sterling Custom Homes Wins People's Choice Award in 2008 Parade of Homes in Rough Hollow
Sterling Custom Homes’ entry in the 2008 Parade of Homes was voted best of the six by the Parade attendees, and honored with the coveted People’s Choice Award. - April 30, 2009 - Sterling Custom Homes
Reelcraft Introduces High Strength, Compact Dual Pedestal Reel
A breakthrough in dual pedestal base design, Reelcraft Industries now offers the stability of a dual pedestal reel in a superbly engineered and extremely compact, yet strong design. Reelcraft’s new DP7000 Series is the only reel in its class that features a two-piece, non-welded, interlocking... - April 30, 2009 - Reelcraft Industries, Inc.
Clark Village Apartments Washougal, WA Announces New Website
The Clark Village Apartments in Washougal Washington has just completed their new website located at: http://www.clarkvillage.blogspot.com/. This new site allows residents and potential residents the opportunity to download applications, screening forms and other important information without... - April 30, 2009 - Clark Village Apartments
Carol Ann Narro’s Website is Given a Competitive Advantage with a Custom IDX Software Integration
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online real estate search, saving both realtors and their clients time. - April 30, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Every Condo Must be Sold at Lennar’s Sealed Bid Condo Auction Event
Name your best price on immediate move-in condos at 360 and The Colonnade. - April 30, 2009 - Lennar, East Coast Division
Short Sales and Loan Modifications Session Led by Foreclosure Response Team at the RE/MAX of Michigan 2009 Regional Conference & Awards Gala
Scott D. Coloney, president of the Foreclosure Response Team and Barry Bittrick, the company’s Michigan co-Director, teamed up as keynote speakers during the RE/MAX of Michigan’s 2009 Regional Conference & Awards Gala held on February 12-14 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Traverse... - April 30, 2009 - Foreclosure Response Team
Jackson Design & Remodeling Wins National Chrysalis Award and Four San Diego Contractor of the Year Awards
Jackson Design & Remodeling (JDR) is proud to announce the company has been honored with a national Chrysalis award and four San Diego Contractor of the Year (CoTY) awards. Judged by editors and writers of Better Homes & Gardens, Woman’s Day, Southern Living and Houseplans.com, the... - April 30, 2009 - Jackson Design and Remodeling
Activelogix Adds Professional Services Division
Activelogix LLC, a leading provider of Internet-based enterprise automation solutions, announced today that it has formally established a Professional Services organization to enhance its support for systems integrators, consulting engineers, and end users in the M2M intelligent buildings marketplace. - April 30, 2009 - Activelogix LLC
Thriving in a Slow Economy, New Book Published by Hill & Co. Realtor Paula Pagano
“Why survive when you can thrive?” asks Paula Pagano, a broker associate at Hill & Co. and one of San Francisco’s leading real estate agents. She is the author of Secrets of a Top Salesperson – How Emotions Make or Break the Sale. The book will be sold to the general... - April 30, 2009 - Hill & Co. Real Estate
Second Volume of Self-Storage Industry Trend Data Now Available from MiniCo Publishing
The second volume in MiniCo Publishing’s "Tracking Industry Trends" series of publications is now available for purchase at www.ministoragemessenger.com. "Tracking Industry Trends" provides ten years of self-storage industry data presented in a three-volume series. The... - April 30, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Balfour Beatty Construction in Joint Venture Awarded the Parkland Replacement Hospital
As part of a joint venture team known as BARA, Balfour Beatty Construction was selected to manage construction of the Parkland Replacement Hospital for the Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, Texas. The 1.9 million-square-foot facility will replace the existing 55-year old hospital,... - April 29, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
New Two Way Radio and Accessories Recycling Program
Radio Express announces the first national two way radio and accessories recycling program. - April 29, 2009 - 2 Way Radio Express
New Marketing Tool Gives Real Estate Agents the Edge; New Book on Selling Homes Turns Local Realtors Into Instant Experts
Dolyttle & Seamore Publishers have released a book that real estate agents customize to suit their needs and give to potential clients. Titled (Your Name) Guide to Selling Your Home: How to Get the Most Money for Your House, Condo or Co-op in Any Market, the book turns agents into instant... - April 29, 2009 - Dolyttle & Seamore
Colliers International - Las Vegas Partners with Las Vegas CRE News
As the world grows more desperate for relevant information, Colliers Las Vegas is responding to demand by dedicating itself to providing market insight, marketing strategies and industry perspective to its clients and readers by partnering with the locally owned blog Las Vegas CRE News. Effective... - April 29, 2009 - Las Vegas CRE News
Lennar Celebrates Local Talent at Their Artisan and Craft Show
Lennar, one of the nations leading homebuilders, is hosting an Artisan and Craft Show at their Colonial Heritage community in Williamsburg on Saturday, May 2nd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is open to the public and there is no charge to attend. According to Brenda Sharp, Director of Sales and... - April 29, 2009 - Lennar
Original IDX Tools Provide a Unique and Efficient Way for Consumers to Search for Real Estate Online
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online property search, saving both realtors and their clients time and hassle. - April 29, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Triangle CREW Names 2009 Champion Awards Winners
Conni Tucker, president of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (Triangle CREW) (www.tcrew.org) and assistant executive director of Wake County Economic Development, has announced the 2009 Champion Awards winners. Organized by Angela Murphy, Triangle CREW special events officer and marketing... - April 29, 2009 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
MiniCo Publishing Offers Webinar for Prospective Self-Storage Business Owners
Self-storage remains an attractive investment in many markets across the country, but successfully venturing into this industry requires information and planning. On May 6, 2009, MiniCo Publishing will host the free webinar "What to Consider When Entering the Self‑Storage Business"... - April 29, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
mRELEVANCE Launches Connecticut Apartment Blog connecticutbestapartments.com
mRELEVANCE, LLC announces www.ConnecticutBestApartments.com a blog that helps potential apartment renters in Connecticut find their perfect apartment home. The site features news and information on a number of apartments in the Stamford, New Haven, Norwalk, Hamden, Branford and Strawberry Hill... - April 28, 2009 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio Offers Budget Rental Apartments
As the tourism keeps flourishing in Rio de Janeiro, demand for accomodation keeps moving northwards. Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio offers Budget Rental Apartments for the clients to combat the gloomy economic days. - April 28, 2009 - Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio
Refinancing Self-Storage Loans the Topic of MiniCo Publishing Webinar
On May 20, 2009, MiniCo Publishing will host a free webinar entitled "Refinance: Closing Self-Storage Loans in Today’s Economy." With financial issues at the forefront of the concerns facing many self-storage owners and operators, all self-storage professionals are invited to... - April 28, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Moonlight USA, Inc. Signs SESCO Lighting Hospitality Division for East Coast Representation
Moonlight USA, Inc. President Dieter Kondek has signed an agreement with SESCO Lighting Hospitality Division for representation on the East Coast of the United States. The agreement will provide a strong presence for Moonlight’s unique, unbreakable globe lighting to hotel and resort project designers. - April 27, 2009 - Moonlight USA, Inc.
MRI Assists Clients in These Troubled Times
MRI Overseas property has been able to assist a growing number of clients who have been experiencing difficulties with their property purchases. - April 27, 2009 - MRI Overseas Property
A Custom IDX Solution Enables Shirley Brass’ Clients to Search MLS Listings on Her Real Estate Website
Innovative Internet Data Exchange (IDX) technology increases efficiency and simplicity for home seekers during their online property search. - April 26, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Rick Turley Named President of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in the San Francisco Bay Area
NRT LLC, the nation’s largest residential real estate brokerage company, announced today that veteran real estate executive Rick Turley has been named president of one of its newly reorganized companies, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in the San Francisco Bay Area, the region's largest... - April 26, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Progress Continues on Iowa State’s Solar Decathlon Entry
An important piece to the energy-efficient design of the Interlock House, Iowa State University’s Solar Decathlon entry, fell into place when the structure was insulated with BioBased Insulation® on Earth Day. BioBased Insulation® manufactures and markets spray polyurethane foam... - April 26, 2009 - BioBased Insulation
Technical Services Inc. President Named to Durham Workforce Development Board
Technical Services Inc., a privately held electrical training and recruiting firm, has announced that Lisa Pineiro, president of the firm and founder of WOmen @ Work, a nonprofit organization, has been named to the Durham Workforce Development Board. The board brings together various services to... - April 26, 2009 - WOmen @ Work
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Named a Top Corporate Philanthropist
Eb Moore, CEO of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston (www.hpw.com), has announced that the firm ranked number 10 on the Triangle Business Journal’s 2009 List of Top Corporate Philanthropists. The Triangle Business Journal ranked the companies based on the dollar amount donated in the... - April 26, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Glimmer of Hope for New House-Building
Further to the Chancellor’s Budget statement and pledged housing boost on Wednesday, NHBC’s latest statistics show the first quarter-on-quarter rise in applications to start new homes for almost two years. 16,232 applications were received by NHBC during the first three months of 2009... - April 26, 2009 - NHBC
Gladstone Turns Back the Clock on New Home Pricing During 20th Anniversary Event
Chicago-area new home builder, Gladstone Homes, reduces base prices at Windstone Place in North Aurora by $80,000 in celebration of its 20th anniversary. - April 25, 2009 - Gladstone Homes
Griptite Turns 88
Grip-Tite Manufacturing Company has turned 88 years old. Founded in Winterset, Iowa in 1921, the company has been manufacturing earth anchoring and foundation stabilization products for 88 years. The company is best known today for the Grip-Tite® Wall Anchor System. In the early years,... - April 25, 2009 - Grip-Tite Manufacturing
Extentia Partners with KMT Software to Produce Real Estate Marketing Assistant 2
Extentia Information Technology and KMT Software today announced the launch of Real Estate Marketing Assistant 2, designed specifically for professionals working in the real estate sector. The simple-to-use application makes it easy and inexpensive to publish flyers, brochures, postcards, envelopes, business cards, newsletters, fax forms and more. - April 25, 2009 - Extentia Information Technology