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Pawfriendly Landscapes Contributes to the Denver Dumb Friends League Auction, "Pledges for Pets"
Pawfriendly Landscapes contributes to the Denver Dumb Friends League auction, "Pledges for Pets," which runs until February 2, 2009. The Denver Dumb Friends League, located at 2080 South Quebec St, Denver, provides shelter and care for more than 28,000 lost and abandoned animals every... - January 08, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Starta Development Manages More Than 13,000 Funding Applications for Housing Developments
The Starta Enterprise System manages more than 13,000 funding applications and remains the most robust system for the small to medium business that manages loans, grants, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) allocations, and New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) allocations. - January 08, 2009 - Starta Development, Inc.
Balfour Beatty Construction Reaches Milestone on Signature Service Program
Company celebrates three years and 300 surveys in its unique client satisfaction program. - January 07, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Engineered Software, Inc. Names New COO and VP of Engineering
Engineered Software has taken another prodigious leap forward by appointing new leadership and naming Michael Blondin as the new chief operating officer, and Christy Bermensolo as the new vice president of engineering. Former Vice President of Engineering, Ray Hardee, P.E., will now be operating solely as the chief executive officer for Engineered Software. Both moves are effective immediately. - January 07, 2009 - Engineered Software, Inc.
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers Expands and Restructures for 2009 Despite a Down Economy
Amazing Spaces, a leading provider of upscale self storage solutions, began 2009 with several newly developed positions, including Director of Operations, despite the struggling economy. On January 5, the company welcomed Mike Gately as its new Director of Operations. Mike will be in charge of... - January 07, 2009 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
A2 Technologies Announces Patent License Agreement with the Boeing Company
A2 Technologies today announced they have entered into a patent license with the Boeing Company allowing the use of Boeing patents in association with the development, manufacture and sale of A2 Technologies’ FTIR Spectrometers. The license will permit A2 Technologies to utilize the patents... - January 07, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Engineered Software, Inc. Presenting PIPE-FLO Professional 2009 at the AHR Expo New Product Technology Theater
Engineered Software's Chief Engineer, Ray Hardee, P.E. will be presenting the white paper, “Using PIPE-FLO® 2009 to Design New HVAC Chilled Water Systems,” at the 2009 AHR Expo New Product Technology Theater. - January 07, 2009 - Engineered Software, Inc.
Billie Jean Zipman Chooses IDX Broker to Help Simplify the Online Real Estate Search
IDX Broker provides a quick and easy real estate search, saving both the realtors and consumers time. - January 07, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
HomeRun Homes Expands Their Reach in the Rent to Own Homes Market
As homes For Sale By Owner (FSBO) are sitting dormant without offers in most markets, sellers (and buyers) are realizing the benefits of rent to own or lease purchase. Since 2002, HomeRun Homes has been a leader in the marketplace for Rent to Own Homes. Within the next 2 weeks, they will be adding a section for Commercial Real Estate. - January 07, 2009 - HomeRun Homes
American Property Becomes More Appealing
The US Federal Reserve announced last week that it would cut the federal funds rate from 1% to between 0 and 0.25%, a move that should lower the cost of mortgages and make a US property investment even more appealing. Liam Bailey, chief market analyst for overseas property portal Property Abroad... - January 07, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Hardline Homes Launches Web Site
Hardline Homes, one of the Atlanta area's newest custom home building companies, has launched a new Web site at www.hardlinehomes.com to inform potential clients of the company's services, communities and other information. Hardline Homes offers a range of home improvement services from complete... - January 07, 2009 - PEC Development
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Has Issue Patent D580,074 to Firefly Magic® Inventor, Stephen Taylor, for His Unique 'Firefly LED Light' Design
Adding to previous patents issued for Firefly Magic® Firefly Lights technology, this latest patent is for the unique LED design used in the latest version of 'Firefly' lights (currently the FMS and FMB models). The issued date for the patent is November 4, 2008, which will continue in force... - January 06, 2009 - Sigma Two Group LLC
New York City Landlords Turn to OwnerNoFee.com to Acquire New Tenants
Ownernofee.com is a website which allows landlords to list their vacancies and communicate directly with prospective tenants. Launched by MIS Center, an IT management company, it offers free listings for landlords in the New York area. The catch: landlords can’t charge broker’s fees. - January 06, 2009 - Ownernofee.com
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner, Author and Creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be a Guest Speaker at Goodwill Youth Services on January 22, 2009
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner, author and creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, will be a guest speaker at Goodwill Youth Services on January 22, 2009 at Florence Crittenton Center, 96 South Zuni St; Denver, Colorado from 12:45pm - 1:40pm. Goodwill Denver's School To Work program provides comprehensive... - January 06, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Social Networking Brings Real Estate Industry to the Next Level
BuyerBeacon, The Official Real Estate Matchmaker, offers an interactive and user friendly tool for home buyers and sellers. The website is in response to an online real estate marketplace where it can cost hundreds of dollars to sell your home online. Owners Peter Fabbri III and Cory Ruell believe that "it's time to make the home buying process smoother, quicker, easier and more affordable, and that is why we have developed buyerbeacon.com!" - January 05, 2009 - Buyer Beacon, LLC
Morgan Woods Housing Development Designed by Winslow Architects Wins ULI Award
Designed by Winslow Architects, Inc, Morgan Woods Affordable Housing located on Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod, MA was Honored with Urban Land Institute’s J. Ronald Terwilliger Workforce Housing Model of Excellence Award. - January 05, 2009 - Winslow Architects
USHomeAssist - A Premier Cash Home Buying Service Announces Their Website
USHomeAssist, a premier cash home buying service is pleased to announce their website, www.USHomeAssist.com. This service comes at a perfect time for many home owners, desperately looking for fast house sales to release home equity, and avoid foreclosure as the credit crisis continues to loom over... - January 05, 2009 - USHomeAssist
Day Associates Real Estate Group Walks Customers Through All Aspects of the Home Buying Process
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the real estate search, saving both realtors and consumers time. - January 04, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Market Value Predictor Achieves Results
Everyone agrees, today, pricing a home properly has more to do with its sale than anything. The challenges of knowing how much to sell or how much to pay for a home complicates many decisions, leading to lost opportunities and value. In response to today’s market, Blue Realty GMAC introduced... - January 04, 2009 - Blue Realty
Anne Erwin Sotheby’s International Realty Announces Real Estate Partnership with Ogunquit River Properties Founder Following Record Breaking York County Sale
Anne Erwin Sotheby’s International Realty, recently announced its new affiliation with Ogunquit River Properties’ real estate professional Karen Maxwell of Ogunquit, Maine. The announcement followed a record-breaking Ogunquit oceanfront home sale for $5,400,000, set by Anne Erwin... - January 04, 2009 - Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty
Heron Bay Golf and Country Club Offers Residents "Hidden Benefits"
Being a resident of Heron Bay Golf and Country Club means enjoying state-of-the-art amenities exclusive to the large master-planned community. It also means enjoying fantastic special events and activities available only to homeowners. Heron Bay Golf and Country Club, a resort-style community in... - January 04, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals Announces Transfer Associates
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals proudly announced the affiliation of transfer sales associates this week. Yvonne Kuhn (717) 269-7813 – Lebanon - Yvonne is a native of Lebanon County and has been working in the real estate industry for 6 years. She has experience in residential sales,... - January 02, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Specialty Wire and Cable Company Expands Stock of SOOW
In early November, Distributor Wire and Cable Company expanded its inventory to include all sizes of SOOW. Also referred to as SO Cord, this multi-conductor flexible rubber 600 volt cord is used in a variety of commercial, residential and industrial applications. Within the Rocky Mountain Region it... - January 02, 2009 - Distributor Wire & Cable
Carla Bonten Honored for Long-Term Distinguished Public Service in Southwest Florida
Bill Barnes, Chief Executive Officer of B.E.A.R. says, “Carla’s community service, both in Bonita Springs and in Europe, is an excellent model for next-century realtor partnerships.” - January 01, 2009 - Carla Bonten Realty
BJAC Names New Chief Operations Officer
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, announced that Jenna Geigerman has joined the firm as its new chief operations officer. In this position, Geigerman will strengthen the company infrastructure in order to... - January 01, 2009 - BJAC
Tom Booth of Hardin Construction Named Real Estate Impact Leader
Hardin Construction Company LLC (www.hardinconstruction.com) has announced that Tom Booth, vice president and general manager, has been named a Real Estate Impact Leader by Business Leader magazine. The awards are presented in recognition of outstanding achievements in the professional field as... - January 01, 2009 - Hardin Construction Company
Mike McCormick Joins Heritage Sales Team in Wake Forest NC
Seasoned Veteran Brings 14 Years Experience to Award-Winning Community. - January 01, 2009 - Standard Pacific Homes
IDX Broker Helps Champion Realty Better Serve Annapolis Real Estate Customers
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the real estate search, saving both realtors and consumers time. - January 01, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Coneqtec Corp. Announces Acquisition of Terramite, Inc. Assets
Future Infrastructure Investment Motivates Company to Broaden Distribution Channels and Invest Its Management and Manufacturing Expertise Into Niche Construction Market. - January 01, 2009 - Coneqtec Corporation, Inc.
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner, Author and Creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be Lecturing at the Garden and Home Show in Denver on February 7 & 9, 2009
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner, author and creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, will be lecturing about creating pet friendly yards at the Garden and Home Show in Denver on February 7 and 9, 2009 at the Denver Convention Center. Elizabeth was asked by the adult education non credit department at Arapahoe... - January 01, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner, Creator and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Was a Panelist for Goodwill Youth Foundation on December 1, 2008 at Kennedy High School in Denver
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner, creator and author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, was a panelist for Goodwill Youth Foundation on December 1, 2008 at Kennedy High School in Denver. Elizabeth was among other professionals who spoke to the high school business students about their chosen careers and how to... - January 01, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Greenstone Launches the First "Themed Gathering" on Real Estate Issues
Greenstone, the real estate development subsidiary of Johnny Saadé Holdings, invited two select groups on the 4th and 12th of December 2008 at Vintage (Saifi) to a Dinner/Seminar to discuss key subjects related to the real estate market in Lebanon. Being a first, both gatherings featured the... - December 31, 2008 - greenstone real estate developers
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals Announces November 2008 Top Teams & Sales Associates
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals announced the top listing and sales individuals & teams for November 2008 this week for their market areas of York, Lancaster, Dauphin, Cumberland & Lebanon Counties. - December 31, 2008 - Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
New Hampshire Manufacturer Goes Global: Epoch Homes Employs Internet to Build Houses for the Ukraine
Modular Home Builder uses Internet to fuel growth in international market. - December 31, 2008 - Epoch Homes
World's First Video Site on Real Estate Launched by atOnePlace.com
World’s first Video Site for Real Estate sets a new standard for On-Demand Information, Transparency and User Experience making property buying a simple experience. - December 31, 2008 - atOnePlace.com
Croatian Property Market Boosted by Government Efforts
The Croatian government has been commended for its efforts to encourage foreign investment in the country's property market. Paul Collins of Buy Association noted that the government had done everything possible to bring more overseas property investors into the market; including highlighting the country's tourism potential, and removing obstacles to foreigners buying in the country. - December 31, 2008 - Property Abroad LTD
Bulgaria Sixth Most Popular with Overseas Property Buyers
It has been revealed by overseas property portal, Global Edge that Bulgaria is sixth most popular among their 1.4 million visitors. - December 31, 2008 - Property Abroad LTD
SEPI Engineering Group Project Manager Earns LEED Accreditation
Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering Group (www.sepiengineering.com), a firm which provides civil engineering and planning services to private and public sector clients across the Southeast, has announced that Brian Kraynak, project manager at the firm, has earned the Leadership in Energy... - December 31, 2008 - SEPI Engineering Group
The Greater Florida Homes Team Adds IDX Broker to Their Welcoming Website
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the real estate search, saving both realtors and consumers time. - December 31, 2008 - IDX, Inc.
mRELEVANCE Launches Focused Market Solutions Web site
mRELEVANCE, LLC announces another new Web site: http://focusedmarketsolutions.com. Focused Market Solutions, LLC, is an Atlanta based real estate advisory services firm committed to providing fundamental marketing support to banking, builder and developer clients. The new Focused Market Solutions... - December 31, 2008 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Kensington Creek Manor Now Features Three New Home Designs for Phase II
Bowen Family Homes recently introduced three new home designs in its popular Lawrenceville community, Kensington Creek Manor. Now featuring the Aberdeen, the Walden and the Riverglen home plans, this Gwinnett County community offers interested homebuyers the choice of 13 different floor plans, both ranch and two-story, ranging from three to four bedrooms. Kensington Creek Manor is priced from the $180,000s. - December 30, 2008 - Bowen Family Homes
Hoover Dam Construction Worker Database
The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas recently added to its collections a copy of Judith Sattler Irons’ CD, “Hoover Dam Construction Worker Genealogical Database”. Irons spent 14 years of diligent research in archives, libraries, and museums throughout the West; the resulting... - December 28, 2008 - Judith Sattler Irons
The QB Specialists Team Obtains Advanced QuickBooks® Certification
The QB Specialists announced today that its entire team of consultants has obtained their Advanced QuickBooks® ProAdvisor certification, a program designed to deepen the expertise of ProAdvisors who are already knowledgeable in QuickBooks® and distinguish these experts as highly proficient... - December 28, 2008 - The QB Specialists
Garden Expert Releases Holiday Podcasts
Fun, Affordable and “From the Landscape” Ideas Designed to Enhance your Holidays and Reduce Stress. - December 26, 2008 - Melinda Myers LLC
Glasgow Mum of 4 Wins First Prize in Train 4 Trade Skills Competition
A single Mum of 4 from Glasgow has won first prize in national plumbing skills competition. - December 26, 2008 - Train 4 Trade Skills
Train 4 Trade Skills Competition Helps Swansea Dad Down the Aisle
A young dad training to be a plumber wins a competition which will help him down the aisle. - December 26, 2008 - Train 4 Trade Skills
President-Elect Barack Obama is Spending Christmas with Family and Friends at the Luxurious Paradise Point Estates at Kailua Bay
President-elect Barack Obama and his family have chosen to spend Christmas week this year at the newly built Plantation and Balinese companion estate homes at Paradise Point Estates (www.paradisepointestates.com) at Kailua Bay. Both homes were completed by Mercury Development, a division of Portland Fixture L.P. David Zimel, President, reports that the homes are located within the upscale gated beachfront community of Castle Point. - December 25, 2008 - Mercury Development
Art Lane Brings Online Real Estate Advantages to His Customers with the Use of IDX Broker
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the real estate search, saving both realtors and consumers time. - December 25, 2008 - IDX, Inc.
DEACOM ERP Software to Integrate Building Component, Lumber and Hardware Business
Deacom, Inc. today announced Allensville Planing Mill, Inc. will implement the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System to manage its truss and wall panel manufacturing business and lumber and hardware stores. - December 25, 2008 - Deacom
AIA Detroit Names Two Honorary Members
Ireland, Zeichmeister selected for important contributions to the Detroit area's quality of life. - December 25, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit