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Taylor Morrison’s Phoenix Division Receives 2013 ENERGY STAR® Leadership in Housing Award
Taylor Morrison has received the 2013 ENERGY STAR® Leadership in Housing Award. - August 08, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Southern California Home Builder Taylor Morrison Recognized for Its Energy Efficient Building Practices
Southern California home builder Taylor Morrison has been recognized as a GreenPoint Rated homebuilder for its Palisades at Vista Del Verde neighborhood in Yorba Linda. GreenPoint Rated is a energy efficiency program designed to encourage the building of energy and resource-efficient in the state. - August 08, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Mohonk Preserve Loses Latest Land Grab Lawsuit
In late May, New York State Supreme Court Judge Christopher E. Cahill issued a decision after a nine-year lawsuit that involved Mohonk Preserve claiming title to 75 acres of land that the court held actually belonged to its neighbors, Karen Pardini and Michael Fink. Testimony alledged that both Mohonk and the seller were aware who the real owners were. The scenario calls into question the tactics of organizations trying to achieve what most would agree is the worthy goal of land preservation. - August 06, 2013 - Planet Waves, Inc.
Darling Homes Offers Real Estate Agents “Ritz, Glitz and Glam” in the Big Easy
Real Estate Agents Who Close on a Darling Home by December 31, 2013 Will Receive a Trip to The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans - August 06, 2013 - Darling Homes
Taylor Morrison Debuts Summit Collection at Adora Trails, Setting the Mark in the East Valley with 10 Model Homes to Tour
Taylor Morrison’s Adora Trails now boasts 30 floor plans and 10 models for the discerning Arizona home buyer with the recent addition of the Arizona home builder’s Summit Collection. - August 06, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
New Denver Area Homes from Taylor Morrison Are Showcased During the Denver 2013 Parade of Homes
Denver home buyers have the opportunity to view some of the latest new home designs from Taylor Morrison during the Denver 2013 Parade of Homes, taking place throughout the Denver metropolitan area from August 8 through September 2. The 2013 Denver Parade of Homes showcases more than 70 homes... - August 06, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Better Deckbuilding Basics: Tips for High-Quality, Long-Lasting Decking Projects
Each year, homeowners spend anywhere from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars to replace existing decks or build new ones in order to expand outdoor living spaces. The reasoning is simple. Americans are constantly looking for the best ways to enhance basic comforts, while guaranteeing a... - August 03, 2013 - Starborn Industries
Building to Commence at Creekside Preserve - Carriage Homes from the High $100s
D.R. Horton's Southwest Florida Division will begin building in Creekside Preserve, located south of Alico Road in Fort Myers. These beautiful carriage homes will offer approximately 1,400 - 1,600 square feet of living space. - August 02, 2013 - D.R. Horton SWFL
Smart Growth America and Coalition of Real Estate Developers Call for Reforms to Federal Real Estate Programs
Proposals to reform federal real estate programs could help families and communities, and save the federal government an estimated $33 billion annually. - July 29, 2013 - Smart Growth America
Darling Homes Debuts Larger Home Collections at Avalon at Riverstone
Limited Release Event on July 26 Marks First Time Home Builder Has Offered Its Large Home Collections in Sugar Land Master-Planned Community - July 26, 2013 - Darling Homes
Leader of Local Real Estate Companies Prudential Fox & Roach Helping Local Home Sellers Achieve Transaction Objectives Through Home Value Request Tool
Highly respected real estate organization Prudential Fox & Roach and local South Jersey representative Carol Minghenelli are now offering South Jersey home sellers access to a leading pricing tool. The company’s Home Value Request solution can be found on Carol Minghenelli’s... - July 26, 2013 - Carol Minghenelli, Residential Sales
Sheltrex Promotes Youth Talent in Sports, Signs Up with India’s Top Squash Player Dipika Pallikal
Dipika Pallikal is the first athlete to join this Sheltrex sports initiative. - July 21, 2013 - Sheltrex Housing Pvt. Ltd.
New Homes in Brea Open to the Public When Taylor Morrison’s Summerwind is Unveiled on July 20
California homebuyers have an opportunity to own a piece of that Brea charm with the grand opening of Summerwind by Taylor Morrison on July 20. - July 19, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison’s Newest Peoria Community, Terramar, Debuts on July 27 with Food, Fun and New Homes
Taylor Morrison’s latest Arizona community, Terramar, grand opens in Peoria on July 27 with plenty of food, fun and new homes from the Arizona builder. - July 19, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Adaptable Real Estate Investor Websites Revolutionize Real Estate Investing
A real estate investing company that also builds real estate investor websites, www.RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net, has released an upgraded version of their websites featuring more flexible adaptability and customization to suit most real estate investing business needs. Real estate investors can now run any real estate investing business model from a fully automated website. - July 18, 2013 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
Bossier City Real Estate Agent Mari Demint Awarded Internet Marketing Specialist Designation
Advanced Marketing Designation Recognizes Deep Understanding of Internet Marketing Strategies for Helping Customers Buy & Sell Homes - July 18, 2013 - Keller Williams Realty NWLA, Shreveport, LA
homecoin.com Beta Release Revolutionizes Real Estate Transactions
homecoin.com has released the beta version of their namesake website. homecoin.com (beta) includes innovations to their already cutting edge, cloud-based platform which allows California home sellers and buyers the ability to complete real estate transactions with or without the use of real estate... - July 18, 2013 - homecoin.com
Grenadier Homes Names TrizCom Agency of Record
Grenadier Homes – a developer and builder of townhomes, patio homes and custom-designed homes – has selected Dallas-based public relations firm TrizCom as its agency of record. Although the company was founded in 1990 by Anthony Natale and John Egnatis, Grenadier Homes can trace its... - July 14, 2013 - TrizCom
How Will Higher Interest Rates Affect REIT Values?
The real estate roller coaster has turned many would-be home buyers into renters, but how will this shifting trend affect the market as a whole? Al Goldstein, President of Pangea Properties, a private real estate investment trust (REIT), discusses the implications the surge in rental demands will... - July 13, 2013 - Pangea Properties
Build Your Dream Home for Less During Toll Brothers' National Sales Event
Toll Brothers, the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, will celebrate its National Sales Event from July 13 to July 28 in its luxury communities nationwide. Home seekers who buy during this event can take advantage of exciting savings and incentive packages. - July 13, 2013 - Toll Brothers Colorado
Honoring a Texas Tradition, Newman Village Hosts Third Annual Newman Family BBQ on Fourth of July
Frisco Neighborhood Celebrates the Tradition of “Dinner on the Grounds” with Newman Family - July 12, 2013 - Darling Homes
Atlantico Homes Lanzarote Launch Free Summer Brochure
Overseas investors can now download a free brochure online listing the latest properties for sale on the popular Canary Island of Lanzarote. - July 12, 2013 - Atlantico Homes
Lodestone Real Estate Opens New Headquarters
Lodestone Real Estate, LLC announced today that they will be holding an open house at their newly opened headquarters on July 11, 2013. Local residents and business owners are encouraged to attend to meet the staff and make new networking connections. - July 10, 2013 - Lodestone Real Estate
Regency Windsor Companies Recently Awarded the 2012 National Resident Satisfaction Award
Indiana’s leading real estate and property management group, Regency Windsor Companies, was recently awarded the "Exceptional Company Score" for its communities located in the Indianapolis area. - July 06, 2013 - Regency Windsor
EnviroCare Cleanup & Restoration is Now a Water Damage Restoration Certified Firm, Serving the Washington, DC Metro Area
As one of the leaders in Water Damage restoration, Envirocare Cleanup & Restoration earned the prestigious title of a certified water damage restoration firm by the IICRC. - July 05, 2013 - EnviroCare Cleanup & Restoration
Toll Brothers Starts Construction of Model in The Enclave at McKay Shores
Toll Brothers’ The Enclave at McKay Shores in Broomfield features five brand new home designs that have not been built in Colorado—one ranch and four two-story designs. The luxury home builder recently started construction on its model home for the community—the two-story Bellvue... - July 04, 2013 - Toll Brothers Colorado
Taylor Morrison’s Terrain in Castle Rock Celebrates Summer with Summer Splash Weekend Event
Taylor Morrison is marking the opening of its new neighborhood in Castle Rock with a Summer Splash Weekend Event on July 13-14. The Colorado home builder’s new neighborhood at Terrain will celebrate the summer with a visit from the Denver Cupcake Truck, free snow cones and free water toys... - July 03, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
County Country Homes Welcomes The Gryphon to Prince Edward County
An 1840 house is rebuilt in Prince Edward County Ontario. This architectural gem has been disassembled and rebuilt in a spectacular location. The historic property is soon to be open for vacation rental by County Country Homes. - June 30, 2013 - County Country Homes
Choice Mortgage and Realty, LLC Launches New Website for Charlotte-Metro Area Residents
New web resource for community education and awareness launched in North Carolina. - June 29, 2013 - Choice Mortgage and Realty, LLC.
Taylor Morrison Names New Area Construction Manager for Houston Division
Home builder Taylor Morrison has promoted Billy Staudt to the position of area construction manager for the Houston division, the company announced today. Staudt previously served as a builder and construction project manager for the Houston division. “The skills that Billy brings to the... - June 27, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Houston Announces New Vice President of Purchasing
Taylor Morrison announced the addition of Matt Chisholm as vice president of purchasing for the Houston division today. Chisholm previously worked in public accounting with Arthur Andersen before getting his first taste of the homebuilding industry with Pulte Homes in 2000. “I am confident... - June 27, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Starborn Industries Introduces New Guide to Deck Fastening
Full-color, 22-Page Brochure Highlights Latest Advanced Techniques for Top Fastening Decking Materials Ranging from Hardwoods to Composites - June 27, 2013 - Starborn Industries
Houston Homebuilder Taylor Morrison Names Two New Sales Managers
Home builder Taylor Morrison has named veteran sales associates Bobbie Alexander and Melissa Cook as area sales managers for its Houston division, the company announced today. Alexander and Cook will succeed James Ellison who was recently named the division’s new vice president of sales and... - June 26, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Houston Home Builder Taylor Morrison Names New Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Home builder Taylor Morrison has promoted James Ellison to vice president of sales and marketing for the Houston division, the company announced today. Ellison will succeed Amy Haywood-Rino, who was named president of Darling Homes’ Houston division in April. Previously, Ellison served as... - June 26, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
RE/MAX Elite's Jennifer McCoy & Bobby Freeman Earn Hall of Fame Award
Jennifer McCoy and Bobby Freeman with the McCoy-Freeman Group at RE/MAX Elite were recently presented with the RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award, which honors successful agents who have earned more than $1 million in commissions during their careers with the company. In 2012, less than 2% of all RE/MAX Affiliates earned this prestigious award. - June 26, 2013 - RE/MAX Elite
Jenny Basantes, a Global Realtor Achieves Status as a Licensed Real Estate CE Instructor in Illinois
Jenny Basantes, Licensed Illinois Real Estate Managing Broker of JBC-Jenny Basantes Consultants located in downtown Arlington Heights Basantes, originally from Guayaquil, Ecuador S.A., was raised in Chicago, speaks, reads and writes fluent English and Spanish and taught English as a Foreign language for 4 years in Ecuador in private schools/academies. - June 26, 2013 - JBC-Jenny Basantes Consultants
Taylor Morrison Opens New Irvine Community, Quinterra at Portola Springs, on June 29
With the June 29 grand opening of Quinterra at Portola Springs, Southern California home buyers looking for a new home this summer have yet another reason not to miss Taylor Morrison’s latest new home communities. With beautifully designed homes surrounded by more than 100 acres of open... - June 25, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Renova Expands Multifamily and Commercial Roofing Services in Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle
Renova announced today further growth with the expansion of strategic roofing and renovation services for multifamily and commercial clients in Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle. Renova is a full-service roofing and renovation firm led by a seasoned executive team who bring over 25 years in the... - June 25, 2013 - Renova Flooring
Sawmills in Sweden and Finland Have Expanded Shipments of Lumber to Markets Outside Europe from 27% to 43% of Total Exports the Past Five Years
Many sawmills in Northern Europe have expanded their lumber sales outside the Europe market the past few years resulting in an increase in non-European exports from 27 percent of total exports in 2007 to 43 percent in 2012, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest changes have been in shipments to Northern Africa, Middle East, Japan, China and the US. - June 22, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC
Charity & Weiss International Realty Has Been Honored with Sarasota’s International Business of the Year Award
Charity & Weiss International Realty has been honored with the 23rd Annual Frank G. Berlin Small Business Award in the category “International Business of the Year” on May 10th 2013. The Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards luncheon is held annually in the spring and has... - June 21, 2013 - Charity & Weiss International Realty LLC
Beazer Homes Debuts at Mar Bella in League City
Located conveniently between Houston and Galveston, Mar Bella is just minutes from the NASA Johnson Space Center and the Kemah Boardwalk. Mar Bella offers a Mediterranean-inspired recreation center, scenic lakes, a lush nature preserve and natural coastal terrain. - June 21, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Houston Extends Free Upgrade Offer for Popular Interactive Home™
Taylor Morrison has given Houston home buyers another reason to consider the home builder’s innovative Interactive Home™ concept - free upgrades to the area’s industry leading connected home system. From June 15 to July 31, home buyers who choose a Taylor Morrison built-to-order... - June 21, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Newton Group Transfers Applauds Florida Legislation Aimed at Ridding the Timeshare Disposal Industry of Viking Ship Schemes
The Florida Vacation Plan and Timesharing Act (HB 7025) was passed in the Florida Senate on May 3rd and will go into effect on July 1st of this year. Although it will likely result in some processing delays, this new bill is a smart and sensible move for everyone involved, as it should eliminate fraudulent Viking Ship transfer companies to the benefit of resort developers, while also protecting the owners from being led into a potentially dangerous transfer arrangement. - June 20, 2013 - Newton Group Transfers
Taylor Morrison Debuts Three New East Valley Communities in Phoenix on June 29
Phoenix home buyers looking for new communities in Phoenix to call home will get three opportunities to find their dream home on June 29 when Taylor Morrison debuts three new communities in the east Valley. Elliot Groves in Gilbert, Maplewood Court in Chandler and Taylor Morrison’s Eastmark... - June 20, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Debuts New Homes in Denver at Terrain in Castle Rock
Taylor Morrison debuts its latest neighborhood at Castle Rock’s newest home community, Terrain, on June 22. There are five floor plans available from Taylor Morrison at Terrain: the Lancashire, the Devon, the Cambridge, the Somerset and the Sterling II. - June 20, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Selby Condos, Lofts, Villas Announces Model Condo, Loft and Villa Units Available September 2013
Selby Condos, lofts and villas is proud to announce that model units will be available for viewing beginning this fall. Due to significant progress with construction, Phase 1 units will also be available for occupancy as early as December 2013. Information is now available online on their new... - June 14, 2013 - Selby Condos
Responsive Real Estate Investing Leads Delivered by Real Estate Investor Websites
A real estate investing company that also develops real estate investor websites, www.RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net, has rolled out new designs that enhance marketability of real estate investing business. Real estate investors can now reach more prospects and convert them into business through these new designs. - June 12, 2013 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
Pangea Properties Paves the Way for Employment Opportunities
While employment levels are finally starting to rebound after reaching their lowest levels in years, some companies are aiming their efforts where it matters most-their own backyard. Pangea Properties, a private real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in Chicago, is creating jobs within... - June 12, 2013 - Pangea Properties
SPR Buildtech Ltd Smartens Its Online Presence
A relatively new player in the Indian real estate realm, SPR Buildtech Ltd has fast emerged as a name associated with quality design and inimitable architectural excellence. The online presence of SPR has been the face of the company for years. With the company notching up its relationship with its... - June 12, 2013 - SPR Buildtech Ltd
10,000th Military Housing Unit Completed by Balfour Beatty Construction
10,000th Military Housing unit completed by Balfour Beatty Construction. Celebrated unit represents one out of 1,861 new homes built for military service men and women and their families at Ft. Bliss since 2005. - June 08, 2013 - Balfour Beatty Construction