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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
Just in Time for Summer, New Recreation Center Opens at Churchill Farms in Houston
Churchill Farms is gearing up for summer fun this year with a “Beach Blanket Bash” grand opening of the community’s recreation center on June 8. From noon until 3 p.m., residents and guests can tour the new recreation center, which boasts a fun splash pad, resort-style pool and... - June 06, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Airhart Construction Announces Sales at Two New Properties: Starcliff in Winfield and Risch Court in West Chicago
Airhart Construction recently announced sales at two new DuPage County properties: Starcliff in Winfield and Risch Court in West Chicago. There is a large portfolio of homes from which to choose and completely customize at both properties. Airhart Construction is proposing to build two homes, a... - June 05, 2013 - Airhart Construction
Taylor Morrison's New Community at Eastmark Debuts June 1
Arizona Homebuilder to Unveil New Home Designs Created for New East Valley Community - May 30, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Canido Basonas Construction Corp. Overhauls Beachwalk Landing – the Gem by the Sea
Façade Restoration by Canido Basonas Construction Corp. - May 27, 2013 - Canido Basonas Construction Corporation
Pangea Properties President is an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year® Finalist
Pangea Properties President is an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® Finalist. Pangea Properties announced today that President Al Goldstein was named a finalist in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2013 program in the Midwest. The award recognizes outstanding... - May 25, 2013 - Pangea Properties
Omaha, Nebraska Locksmith Carl Jarl Group Offers High-Security Locksets
The Omaha, Nebraska Locksmith Carl Jarl Group has just announced that they are offering high-security locksets for their residential and commercial clients. High-security locksets are effective at preventing robbery and intrusion attempts. Even when compared to other units in the area, the look of... - May 25, 2013 - Carl Jarl Group
NYC Plagued by Toxic Mold Colonies Reports Five Borough Mold Inspections
New York City Residents Inundated by Toxic Mold Infestations Caused by Hurricane Sandy Flood Waters - May 21, 2013 - Five Boro Mold Specialist
The Rise of the Lion: Greenlion Cleaning & Maintenance Inc. Assists Long Island Communities Recover After Hurricane Sandy
Cleaning up Long Island after Hurricane Sandy - May 21, 2013 - Greenlion Cleaning & Maintenance Inc
Jeff Benton Homes Recognized Among North America’s Best Customer Service Leaders Within the Residential Construction Industry
Jeff Benton Homes, a leading homebuilder in Huntsville/Madison County, AL, has been awarded a 2013 Guildmaster Award with Distinction for exceptional customer service. This marks the fifth time Jeff Benton Homes has earned the Guildmaster Award making them Huntsville’s only five-time award winner. - May 21, 2013 - Jeff Benton Homes
JordanBuilt Homes Wins Gold Award at 2013 Johnston County Parade of Homes
JordanBuilt Homes is pleased to announce they have won a Gold Award in the Johnston County Parade of Homes. Their award-winning Hawthorne plan is built in the new home community of Glen Laurel. Located at 131 Brookberry Lane in Clayton, NC, the Hawthorne plan–listed and sold at... - May 19, 2013 - JordanBuilt Signature Homes
Alan Donald, Realtor and His Charleston SC Short Sale Team Close a Quick Charleston Short Sale with BB&T
The Alan Donald Real Estate Team, Charleston, SC Short Sale Specialists known for their Charleston SC Real Estate experience in Short Sales, has just closed another Short Sale in Goose Creek, South Carolina. Using their experience and established systems, The Alan Donald Real Estate Team is able to handle many short sales and accomplish the goal at hand, to close these short sale transactions. - May 18, 2013 - The Alan Donald Team at Keller Williams
Advanced Real Estate Investor Website Tools Revolutionize Real Estate Investing
A real estate investing company that also specializes in developing real estate investor websites, www.RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net, has unveiled newly upgraded websites that enhance more marketability of real estate investing businesses. Real estate investors can now attract more leads as they go about their daily business through the integrated marketing features. - May 16, 2013 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
Gail Ruggles Joins Pegasus Residential, LLC
Gail Ruggles Joins Pegasus Residential, LLC as Vice President of Operations - May 15, 2013 - Pegasus Residential
Gary Maulin Named Western States Territory Manager at Starborn Industries
Gary Maulin has been named Western States Territory Manager at Starborn Industries, a leading manufacturer and international distributor of premium fastening products. He is responsible for expanding sales relationships throughout the Western United States and training customers and employees on... - May 11, 2013 - Starborn Industries
Alan Donald, Realtor and His Charleston SC Short Sale Team Close Another Charleston Short Sale with Bank of America
The Alan Donald Real Estate Team, Charleston, SC Short Sale Specialists known for their Charleston SC Real Estate experience in Short Sales, has just closed another Short Sale in South Carolina. Using their experience and established systems, The Alan Donald Real Estate Team is able to handle many short sales and accomplish the goal at hand, to close these short sale transactions. - May 09, 2013 - The Alan Donald Team at Keller Williams
Comstock Homes and Maracor Development Introduce New Home Community Summit 800 in San Francisco
Development has begun on Summit 800, a new home community coming to San Francisco this year. The community, which recently celebrated its groundbreaking, presents a rare opportunity for Bay Area buyers to purchase a new residence in San Francisco. - May 05, 2013 - Comstock Homes
RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest Sets Open House to Celebrate New Huntley Office; Firm Now Has Five Locations in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market
The public can visit the newest RE/MAX brokerage in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market, RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest in Huntley, Ill., during an open-house event on May 16. The open house will run from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the newly opened office, located at 12376 Princeton Dr. All of... - May 04, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
i-lighting™ Named Governor’s Cup Grant Award Winner in Inaugural InvestMaryland Challenge
$100,000 Award Provided to Designer & Manufacturer of Easy-to-Install, Cost-effective & Energy-smart Easy Plug™ Stair & Outdoor Lighting Solutions. - May 02, 2013 - iLighting
Real Estate Veteran Joins Darling Homes as Houston Division President
Longtime real estate professional Amy Haywood-Rino has been named as the Houston division president for Darling Homes, the company announced today. Haywood-Rino joins the Darling team from Taylor Morrison’s Houston division, where she spent 8 years as vice president of sales and marketing... - May 01, 2013 - Darling Homes
Taylor Morrison Houston Extends Popular Interactive Home Free Upgrade Offer
From now until May 31, home buyers who choose a Taylor Morrison home with Interactive Home system will also receive three free upgrades - a Prestige thermostat with interview-based programming, a smart device charging station and an exterior coach light that can be controlled by the Interactive Home system. - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Unveils New Homes in Houston with Cypress Creek Lakes
Community Offers Spacious Homes, Access to Cy-Fair ISD Schools and Plenty of Amenities - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
New Grande Collection from Taylor Morrison Debuts at Mar Bella in League City
Taylor Morrison Houston has debuted its new Grande collection of homes at Mar Bella in League City. The Grande collection of homes from Taylor Morrison features floor plans from 3,288 to 5,084 square feet on 70-foot home sites starting from the $290,000s. The Brantley model at Mar Bella showcases... - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Houston Hires New Vice President of Construction
Taylor Morrison's Houston division announced today that Tom Fichter has joined the Houston home builders as the vice president of construction. Fichter will oversee all aspects of construction operations for Taylor Morrison, which is currently building in 28 communities in the Houston... - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Southern California Home Buyers Can Count on More Taylor Morrison Communities This Summer
The southern California home builder is preparing for a June grand opening for its latest community, Quinterra at Portola Springs in Irvine. The luxury and convenience of Quinterra is evident in the spacious floor plans, which will feature up to five bedrooms and 3.5 baths while offering the backdrop of one of the most prestigious sections of Irvine Ranch. - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Dramatic Design of Chateau-Themed Luxury Home Grabs Attention
Interior designers, homebuilders, and residents in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region, have become intrigued by the spectacular new 15,950 square foot luxury mansion nearing completion in Edgewood, Kentucky. The lavish home, which has been nicknamed the "Kentucky Mansion" by the local community, will be complete in time for the Northern Kentucky Cavalcade of Homes during the first three weekends of May (presented by the Homebuilders Association of Northern Kentucky). - April 30, 2013 - Dwellings - Cincinnati Interior Design
Denver Real Estate Agents Can Drive a New Mercedes Benz Home Thanks to Taylor Morrison "Keys to Success" Giveaway
One lucky Denver real estate agent who sells a Taylor Morrison home this year will win the use of a brand new Mercedes-Benz for three years from Mercedes-Benz of Littleton. - April 30, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
T.J. Flynn Announces Name Change to Flynnspections LLC
Veteran Central Florida Development Manager, T.J. Flynn (sole proprietor since 1998), has moved to Brevard County, and changed the name and business structure of the company reflecting the return of Home Inspections to the menu of services offered. Flynnspections LLC is the new company owned by T.J. - April 27, 2013 - Flynnspections LLC
SMART-BIT® Deck Screw Depth Setter from Starborn Industries Delivers Perfectly Set Screws Every Time
New Adjustable Tool is Designed Specifically to Ensure Ideal Fastening Depths in All Types of Decking, Drywall & General Building Applications. - April 27, 2013 - Starborn Industries
Waikiki Residents File Appeal Against Department of Planning and Permitting Decision for Ritz Carlton Tower, PACREP LLC
Waikiki Residents Together with the Waikiki Area Residents Association Assert that the Decision Allegedly Fails to Meet Waikiki Special District Guidelines. - April 25, 2013 - 2121kuhiotower.com
Taylor Morrison Arizona Unveils New Scottsdale and Cave Creek Communities with Special Spanish and Italian Wine Tasting Event
Lone Mountain and Mirabel Village Communities Debut with a Special Wine Tasting Grand Opening on April 27. - April 18, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
New Home Collection by Taylor Morrison Arizona Brings More Than 30 Floor Plans to Adora Trails in Gilbert
New Home Pre-Sales Begin at Gilbert Master Planned Community on April 20. - April 18, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Final Phase of Homes Starts for Taylor Morrison at Morrison Ranch with the Introduction of New Landmark Collection at Elliot Groves
New Home Pre-Sales Begin at Gilbert Master Planned Community on April 20. - April 18, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Arizona Unveils First Chandler Community in Years
Maplewood Court Opens for Pre-Sales April 20 in One of Chandler’s Best Neighborhoods. - April 18, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Brooklyn Residents Poisoned by Toxic Mold Growth from Hurricane Sandy Flood Waters?
Brooklyn Residents Have Recently Been Reported to be Suffering from Allergies, Asthma, and Possibly Emphysema Caused by Toxic Mold Growth from Hurricane Sandy Flood Waters According to a Brooklyn Mold Inspection and Mold Removal Company in NYC. - April 16, 2013 - Five Boro Mold Specialist
PropertyShark.com Launches Mobile Friendly Property Reports
PropertyShark.com, the premier real estate research site, today officially announced the launch of mobile friendly property reports. Property reports will easily adapt to any mobile device allowing people to see all the property details in a user friendly format. “One of the most requested... - April 16, 2013 - PropertyShark.com
$20M Stands as Largest Condo Sale at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort and Residences in South Florida
Patricia Maurer holds the record for largest single transaction at the St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort and Residences, in Bal Harbour, Florida. At $20 million, she closed a deal at The St. Regis that remains unsurpassed in more than a year. Maurer holds her first place position while specializing in... - April 16, 2013 - Patricia Maurer, PA
Cort Schneider Named 2012 Realtor Associate of the Year
Cort Schneider, of SCHNEIDER Real Estate, has been awarded the prestigious title of 2012 Realtor Associate of the Year by the Saint Charles County Association of Realtors. - April 16, 2013 - SCHNEIDER Real Estate
Rob Flitton, "The Closer," Top REALTOR in Las Vegas Hires Excellent REALTOR
Lisa Buzelli, a highly competent and qualified REALTOR has joined forces with Rob Flitton, "The Closer," a top REALTOR in Las Vegas - this offers Las Vegas real estate buyers and sellers a tremendously powerful opportunity. - April 15, 2013 - Rob Flitton LLC