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At Home in Katy Announces a Fresh New Look and New Services
The At Home in Katy Team at Keller Williams Realty Katy@Cinco Ranch has recently unveiled its new line of services – a newly redesigned website at http://www.athomeinkaty.com as well an Interactive 800 Telephone Service for their clients. - July 21, 2007 - At Home in Katy
Amazing New Product an Automatic Plant Waterer That Allows Plants to Water Themselves
PlantWatcher™ is dedicated to being the world-wide leader in automatic watering and nurturing of potted or containerized plants. Watering is controlled by a unique patented sensor technology that responds to the soil moisture tension generated by root suction. That is why their product users... - July 21, 2007 - PlantWatcher™ Corporation
DBI-SALA Introduces Their New Heavy Duty Shock Absorbing Lanyard Range
Ideal solution for heavy duty fall arrest applications. - July 21, 2007 - Capital Safety Australia
Nation's Only Pet Friendly Landscape Company
Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc. is the nation's only pet friendly landscape company. They are located in Colorado and have helped others nationwide with their pet friendly landscapes. They use organic material to deter dogs from digging, climbing fences, eating plants and sprinklers, destroying sod... - July 20, 2007 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
New Commercial Property Search Engine takes on the "Big Fish" of the Industry
The new www.gofishcommercial.com Commercial Property Search Engine gives owners, brokers, agents and clients something to really feed on by providing free listings and searches in a fun, easy to use environment. - July 20, 2007 - GoFish Commercial
Sportexe Forms Strategic Alliance with Vibra-Whirl
Only days after being promoted to full-time Chief Sales Officer with Sportexe, Marc Belloumini, who had been serving as the company’s National Sales Director since 2005, has already made an immediate impact for the synthetic turf industry leader by forming a strategic alliance with... - July 20, 2007 - Sportexe
SaberCats-Destroyers Headline ArenaBowl XXI on Sportexe Turf
Sportexe Turf System Underfoot at AFL Championship Game - July 20, 2007 - Sportexe
HOA 247 Launches Entry Level Homeowner Association Web Site
HOA 247 launches new $19 per month entry level pricing for homeowner, HOAs and Association Neighborhood web sites. - July 20, 2007 - Blue Fire Group
Paul Chaney, of Blogging Systems, to Speak on Blogging Panel at Inman News' Real Estate Connect San Francisco 2007
Chaney, VP of Marketing for Blogging Systems, to address Inman attendees regarding blog ads, sponsored links and other strategic approaches to monetizing your blog - July 20, 2007 - Blogging Systems Group
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Hosts Fundraiser for Hope Elementary Charter School
Bill Guy, vice president and sales manager of the Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Crabtree office, has announced that the firm will continue to collect donations for Hope Elementary Charter School following a recent fundraising event. On June 23, the Crabtree office hosted a fundraiser at... - July 20, 2007 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
National Institute of Webographers Announces Launch of Webographers.com Version 2.0
The National Institute of Webographers, LLC, creator of the Real Estate Webographer™ certification at www.Webographers.com, has officially released version 2.0 of their website. - July 20, 2007 - National Institute of Webographers
Tampa Virtual Assistant Earns Real Estate Professional Assistant (REPA) Certificate
Amber Bean of Offsite Business Solutions has recently earned the Real Estate Professional Assistant Certificate, awarded by the National Association of Realtors®. All successful real estate brokers and agents know how important a good assistant is to their success. “The best investment... - July 20, 2007 - Offsite Business Solutions
Propertastic! Downgrades Property in Baltics
Propertastic! (www.propertastic.com), a new website which claims to be the leading independent source of information for buyers of property in Central & Eastern Europe plus the developing Mediterranean area, today announced that it is downgrading its rating of property in the three Baltic... - July 20, 2007 - Propertastic!
RanchRanch.com Offers Real Estate Agents Free Land-for-Sale Ads
RanchRanch.com, America's land-for-sale website, is offering free acreage-for-sale listings to licensed real estate agents and brokers. Property listings may be entered at www.ranchranch.com at no charge. RanchRanch.com is designed to help connect buyers and sellers of horse properties, raw... - July 20, 2007 - RanchRanch.com
Georgian Landscape Design Project Awarded Yard of the Month
Bridle Ridge, in Suwanee, GA, awarded residents Jim and Beverly Stone "Yard of the Month" in June for the work recently completed by Georgian Landscape Design (GLD). "We went from worst to first," says homeowner Jim Stone. "My wife and I could not be happier." Stone... - July 19, 2007 - Georgian Landscape Design
Central Indiana Pole Building Contractor 4D Buildings Joins Walters Buildings Authorized Dealer Program
Pole building manufacturer Walters Buildings announces addition of established Indiana pole building contractor 4D Buildings to its authorized dealer program, to offer post-frame buildings in central Indiana. - July 19, 2007 - Walters Buildings
Spain is a Long Term Safe Investment Says Principal International
Simon Ryeland, director of Principal International comments “Spain has received a lot of bad press with some experts predicting a fall in the property market; here at Principal International we have no such fears. Some would say a correction in the market is long overdue but all that’s... - July 19, 2007 - Principal International
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services Earns National Awards
Debbie Houston, president of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services, has announced that the firm has earned four national awards from the Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation based on the office’s commission and sales performance. Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston... - July 19, 2007 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
BJAC Releases Podcast on Target Markets
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, P.A., one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced the release of a podcast on the firm’s use of direct markets. In the podcast, Jurkowski addresses the benefits of targeting specific markets in architecture and... - July 19, 2007 - BJAC
Meyer Homes Announces “Millionaire for a Night” Charity Fundraiser
Many people often wonder what it would be like to live the luxurious life of a millionaire but few have the opportunity to do so. Meyer Homes will make that dream become a reality for one special night while simultaneously raising money for local nonprofit organizations. - July 19, 2007 - Meyer Homes
Skyline Realty Announces Launch of Their Community Aid Project
Skyline Realty is partnering with local Boston non-profit organizations to promote a referral/donation program aimed at driving charitable funds and support to area community service organizations. - July 19, 2007 - Skyline Realty
St Johns Wood Property Agency Launch New Website for Buyers, Sellers and Landlords in St Johns Wood
Greenstone launch an easy-to-use Website making it easier than ever to find a property in St Johns Wood. The site has exclusive Web 2.0 features such as interactive maps, local area information, mortgage calculators and ‘request an online valuation’ for landlords and sellers. - July 19, 2007 - Greenstone St Johns Wood Estate Agents
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Announces New Sales Agent
Wes Snead, sales manager of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston East Wake office, has announced that Robert Westley joined the firm’s Knightdale real estate division. Westley earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Albright College and has over 20 years of experience in real... - July 18, 2007 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Construction Firm Nestled Between the Lakes and Mountain Regions of Central New Hampshire Wins Three Cornerstone Awards
The Cornerstone Awards celebrate the best in home design, construction, an remodeling in the state of New Hampshire, as judged by their peers from the Builders Association of Greater Boston. In June 2007, Cargill Construction took three Cornerstone Awards home to their new showroom, tucked between the beautiful Lakes Region and stunning White Mountains Region of central New Hampshire. - July 18, 2007 - Cargill Construction
Old Fields Announces Sales Manager
Dave Wilkinson, co-president of Union Ridge Development, Inc., has announced Sharon Andrews, senior sales manager of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services, as sales manager for the Old Fields residential community. Andrews has over 13 years real estate experience in the Triangle... - July 18, 2007 - Old Fields
International Realtors Boland Landmark Revamps Their Well Established Agency
Renovation, Restoration and Redecoration - July 18, 2007 - International Realtors
York Simpson Underwood Realty Names Chief Operating Officer
York Simpson Underwood Realty announces that Christopher Harrington will be Chief Operating Office beginning August 1, 2007. - July 18, 2007 - York Simpson Underwood Realty
Glitnir Bank Enters First Real Estate Venture in China
Nordic bank Glitnir signed a joint venture with Sinopec‘s CGCOC (CGC Overseas Construction Co. Ltd) on June 5th to develop a residential area in Shenyang city in north-eastern China. The residential site covers 230,000 square metres, of which 85% will be earmarked for housing and the rest... - July 17, 2007 - Glitnir Bank
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services Wins MAME Award
Debbie Houston, president of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services, has announced that the firm was awarded a Major Achievement in Marketing and Excellence (MAME) for Best General Brokerage Direct Mail Piece for the Neighborhoods & New Homes publication that is designed to... - July 17, 2007 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Univedant Develops Knowledge Management Solution for Manufacturing Industry
Over the years, manufacturing companies have invested millions of dollars on multiple technologies and software tools for their engineering departments, in order to realize productivity gains and stay ahead of the competition. Unfortunately, in most cases there is little or no interaction between... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
Univedant Launches New Innovation Framework for the Manufacturing Industry
Policy makers, academic researchers and industry experts cite innovation as the most important way of solving manufacturing industry problems. Univedant’s engineers and research staff have decades of experience in investigating and solving challenges faced by the manufacturing industry using... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Hires New Sales Agents
Kevin Woody, vice president and managing broker for the Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston South Square office, has announced that Anita Smith, Jud Nirenberg, Paul G. Hogle and Marion Gooding have joined the firm’s Durham real estate division. Smith earned a bachelor of science in... - July 16, 2007 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
St. Chara Developers Ltd Announces Its Chara Parnitha Apartments Project
The Chara Parnitha project consists of two building blocks of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with open plan kitchen and living room and a communal swimming pool. This quality development is ideally located between Protaras and Paralimni, 1.5 km from the golden sandy beaches, within walking distance from local amenities and just a 15 minute drive to the tourist area of Ayia Napa. The beaches of Protaras are among the best on the island of Cyprus. - July 16, 2007 - St Chara Developers Ltd
Colliers Southeast Europe Announces Important Investment
Colliers CMN to provide specialized IT, marketing and world-class training - July 15, 2007 - Colliers International Southeast Europe
International Real Estate Investors Worried
Overseas property investors main concern when buying pre-construction real estate abroad is the fact that they cannot easily carry out due diligence on the property developer. A recent survey indicates that 90% of overseas property investors would buy a new legal product called IDIP which undertakes background checks on any developer in most locations worldwide - July 15, 2007 - HomesGoFast.Com
Marcus & Millichap Agents Join Forces on Five-Property Storage Portfolio
The sale of the Delta Self Storage portfolio in California demonstrates the Marcus & Millichap advantage: a national investor database and broker network that guarantees success. The portfolio sold for a combined $27.2 million, or $62.10 per net rentable square foot, with the cooperation of... - July 14, 2007 - The Mele Storage Group
CSU - Live and Let Bark
Colorado State University invited Elizabeth Bublitz, founder of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc. to speak at their Short Course seminar. Her seminar title is "Live and Let Bark." The horiticulture department was interested in learning how pet friendly yards are created. - July 13, 2007 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
SFL + a Architects Announces New Intern Architect
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL + a Architects, has announced that Robin Laney has joined the firm as an intern architect. In this position, Laney will contribute to the firm’s product research and development teams, while placing a strong focus on the integration of green features. - July 13, 2007 - SFL + A Architects
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Hosts Tool Drive
Susan Holbrook, senior vice president and sales manager for the Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Falls of Neuse Road office, has announced that the Falls office will host a tool drive Monday, July 10 through Friday, Aug. 10 to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Wake County. Hand tools, power... - July 13, 2007 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
New Window into Morocco’s Emerging Property Market Launches
Properazzi, the property search engine, is today announcing its expansion into North Africa, giving consumers access to properties in emerging North African markets, such as Morocco, at an unprecedented scale. Properazzi is now the world’s largest source for Moroccan properties online. - July 13, 2007 - Properazzi
Blogging Systems Group, Leading Provider of Blog Technology to the Real Estate Industry, Releases New Whitepaper to Help Broker/Owners Leverage Blogs as a Marketing Tool
Blogs, from Blogging Systems, help broker owners take advantage of the growing number of consumers who want to engage with the companies from which they request services - July 12, 2007 - Blogging Systems Group
Web-Site tpp.net Has Been Recovered
Colorado-based Telluride Premier Properties is pleased to announce it is once again conducting business on the Internet at the recently-recovered web location, tpp.net. - July 12, 2007 - Telluride Premier Properties
Certified Contractor Referal Network Begins Operations in Lee County
Certified Contractors Referral Network, Inc. owned and operated by Laurie E. Miller has begun operations in the Lee, Collier and Charlotte County areas. Certified Contractor Referral Network offers homeowners a resource of pre-screened contractors. How often have you heard on the news or read in... - July 12, 2007 - Certified Contractors Referral Network
MMI Associates, Inc. Named Agency Of Record For Maida Vale
Maida Vale, an exclusive residential community, has announced that MMI Associates, Inc. has been named agency of record for the development. MMI Associates, Inc. will assist Maida Vale in developing and implementing a public relations campaign, including media relations, strategic planning,... - July 12, 2007 - Maida Vale
LandOrSlum.com Accommodates Vacation Renters
LandorSlum.com, the website started by two recent University of Pittsburgh graduates, has expanded to include ratings and reviews for vacation properties. This update hopefully will reach renters of all ages and will be an excellent addition to a website that already strives to assist students and other renters looking for apartments. - July 12, 2007 - LandorSlum.com
3D AutoCAD Provides Impressive Results for Kitchen Design Applications
GSI Design Consultants, an out-source design contractor for kitchen, bath, whole house cabinetry and custom built in projects introduces 3D AutoCAD to their product line. - July 12, 2007 - GSI Design Consultants
International Realtors Put Three New Cars on the Road
Driving Their Business Forward - July 12, 2007 - International Realtors
Bond&Fill Structural Acrylic Adhesive is Endorsed for Use with All Brands of PVC Trim
Unlike some brands of adhesives that have been endorsed for use with only one specific brand of PVC trim board, Bond&Fill’s sealants and adhesives are formulated to work with all brands of PVC trim, including Kleer, AZEK, KOMA, Versatex, Fypon, and ATW. - July 11, 2007 - Bond&Fill
Good To Be Green Launches Profiled Listings for Professional Services
Seattle based, Good To Be Green has released its new product offering for professional service advertisers on its web site, www.goodtobegreen.com and announces upcoming pilot program for their Profiled Listings for Products. - July 11, 2007 - Good To Be Green Inc
42 Layout Choices from Portakabin Answer All Portable Buildings' Needs in Just 15 Working Days
Even more layout choices from leading modular buildings supplier Portakabin and a new customer promise means you can get the portable office space or temporary classrooms you need – fast. - July 11, 2007 - Portakabin