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Multifamily Buildings 2011: The Energy Efficiency Edge Brings Together Leading Minds in Energy Efficiency, Durability and Sustainability
Multifamily Buildings 2011: The Energy Efficiency Edge, presented by the Association for Energy Affordability (AEA), will bring together leaders in the industry for a unique event focusing on the programs, processes and technology that deliver energy efficiency to multifamily housing. - August 05, 2011 - Association for Energy Affordability
Neal Communities' Sales in July Maintain Strong Momentum
July proved to be another strong month for Lakewood Ranch-based Neal Communities. - August 05, 2011 - Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Premier Silver Leaf Real Estate from Your Austin Custom Builders
Buffington, the leading builder of Austin custom homes in fantastic family communities for over 40 years, is excited to announce their new Energy Star certified Capital Series homes in Round Rock. Buffington Homes has been the custom home builder Texas residents have trusted for years for their affordable, modern, and award-winning homes. Visit their Silver Leaf community today to find your next home. - July 31, 2011 - Buffington Homes
Neal Communities' Central Park at Lakewood Ranch Celebrates Its First Birthday - 143 Homes Sold
Central Park at Lakewood Ranch Turns 1. Community celebrates by offering great incentives. - July 28, 2011 - Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Menard Construction of Mountain Lakes, NJ, Honored for Historic Renovation of Hapgood Home
Menard Construction, specialists in custom home building and historic renovations of Mountain Lakes, was honored with a prestigious Award of Excellence from the Community Builders & Remodelers Association of NJ (CBRA) for the Best Historic Renovation of a 100-year-old Hapgood home. According... - July 28, 2011 - Menard Construction
Sterling Custom Homes Begins New Home Construction at The Reserve at Lake Travis
Second custom home foundation poured at unique Lake Travis community. - July 28, 2011 - Sterling Custom Homes
Neal Communities Wins Three Aurora Awards in 2011
Neal's Awards in 2011 Bring Company's Total to 47 - More Than Any Other Builder in the Area - July 27, 2011 - Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Acoustifence and QuietFiber Combined to Create Industrial-Strength Noise Barrier for Noisy Mountainside Pool Pump System
In response to complaints from neighbors, a Woodside, California homeowner installed a combination of Acoustifence and QuietFiber noise reduction materials in the large housing unit that contains a bevy of pumps, pipes, and electrical equipment necessary to run the many features of his mountainside infinity pool. - July 21, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Gil Kerbashian Housing and Consumer Advocate Supports RealestateloanS.com's Consumer Education Efforts
Since the financial crisis started in 2008, Gil Kerbashian has provided free assistance to consumers seeking information regarding predatory lending, real estate and settlement practices. - July 20, 2011 - RealestateloanS.com
Look Up - Mid-Priced Clients Want High Priced Amenities
Despite a recession and customers holding tight to their wallets, there has been a resurgence of interesting products on the high-end. - July 10, 2011 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Premier Austin Texas Real Estate at Southpark Meadows
Buffington Homes, the leader in Austin Texas real estate for over forty years, is excited to announce the release of their new Capital Plus series homes in The Reserve at Southpark Meadows, a master planned community offering the excitement and convenience of urban living with the affordability of suburban pricing. - July 10, 2011 - Buffington Homes
Deltona Realty General Sales Manager "Jailed" to Raise Funds for Muscular Dystrophy
Deltona Realty’s General Sales Manager’s big heart got her in a lot of trouble recently. On June 16 Karen Palmer was attending a sales meeting in Deltona Realty’s office at The Shoppes of Mura Bella when she was arrested for having a big heart. Palmer posted bail by raising funds... - July 08, 2011 - Deltona Realty
Orlando Mortgage Lender FBC Releases Central Florida Mortgage Report for May
Orlando mortgage lender FBC recently released their Central Florida Mortgage Report for May 2011. All of the data contained in the report is compiled from financed properties located in Orange, Seminole, Volusia, Osceola and Lake Counties and excludes condos and distressed properties unable to... - July 05, 2011 - FBC Mortgage
The American Dream Remains Supreme for Neal Homebuyers
37 Contracts Make This Neal's Best June Since 2004 - July 03, 2011 - Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Neal Communities Opens Longview Lake Park in Central Park at Lakewood Ranch
Neal Communities announces the grand opening of Longview Lake Park, the final neighborhood in Central Park at Lakewood Ranch. - July 02, 2011 - Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Laura Ortoleva Receives Distinguished Achievement Award for RE/MAX Branding Strategy in Northern Illinois Real Estate Market
Laura Ortoleva has helped spread the good news about RE/MAX in northern Illinois for the past 20 years. For her dedication and success, she was recently honored with the Distinguished Achievement Award during the real estate network's annual awards ceremony. The Distinguished Achievement Award is... - July 01, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Highland Homes Recognized as a Top 100 Builder of 2010 by Builder Magazine
Privately owned builder makes the list for third year in a row. - June 29, 2011 - Highland Homes
Heritage Capital Group and Pegasus Residential Join Forces to Continue North Carolina Portfolio Expansion
Heritage Capital Group and Pegasus Residential join forces to continue North Carolina portfolio expansion. Heritage Capital Group, the investment arm of Heritage Management, announces its expansion into the Raleigh, NC Market with the purchase of 3 apartment communities along with a partnership... - June 22, 2011 - Pegasus Residential
Coop Foreclosures in New York City Reach a Two-Year Peak in May 2011
In May 2011 the number of coop units scheduled for auction in New York City reached its highest value in 2 years. - June 22, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
Western Pacific Mutual Insurance Company, a Risk Retention Group (WPMIC) Celebrates 10 Continuous Years of “Excellent” Rating by A.M. Best
Western Pacific Mutual Insurance Company, a Risk Retention Group (WPMIC) has achieved 10 consecutive years of an “A- (Excellent)” rating by AM Best. WPMIC is the insurer for new home warranties provided by Residential Warranty Company, LLC (RWC) and for general liability insurance provided to home builders through the RWC Insurance Advantage (RIA) program. - June 22, 2011 - Residential Warranty Company, LLC
Shea Properties Adds Two Real Estate Veterans to Executive Team: Bryan McGowan and J.J. Abraham
Commercial real estate and capital markets veteran Bryan McGowan has been named chief operating officer and chief financial officer of Shea Properties, company officials announced today. - June 17, 2011 - Shea Properties
Addison Homes Named "America’s Best Builder" Finalist
Addison Homes, a Greenville SC-based homebuilder, is a "Best Builder" finalist in competition amongst the country's top companies. - June 17, 2011 - Addison Homes
Starborn Industries Celebrates 50 Years of Success & Innovation
New Website Combines History of Achievement, Detailed Product Information & Industry’s Most Comprehensive Source of Information for Deck Screws - June 16, 2011 - Starborn Industries
Expert Advice on the Decision to Lease or Buy in Business Review Canada
Laura Clapper of Buffini & Company explains what to keep in mind when making a decision whether to buy or lease property. It’s the age-old question on the minds of experienced and first-time homebuyers alike: Is this a good time to buy a home? With the American housing market still in... - June 16, 2011 - WDM Group
Innovative Home Concepts, Inc. is Voted Best Roofing and Siding Contractor in Mchenry County
Innovative Home Concepts, Inc., a remodeling company specializing in windows, siding, roofing, gutters, doors, and decks, is the proud recipient of the 2011 Best of the Fox Reader's Choice Award for Best Siding and Roofing Contractor in Mchenry County. Innovative also received recognition for being the best employer with less than 40 employees as well as one of the best handyman service, deck builder, and home remodeler in Mchenry County. - June 15, 2011 - Innovative Home Concepts, Inc
Great House Design Announces 15% Off Price of Home Plans Until July 15th
The process of designing your own house is becoming more affordable due to the availability of building material and the innovations within the field of home design in America. Companies such as Great House Design provide the ideal link between home buyers and home designers. Spokane, Washington-based house design specialists, Great House Design, have announced that they will be offering 15% off the price of their home plans until July 15th. - June 15, 2011 - Great House Design
Advantage Homes to Build Luxury Estates in Glenn Dale, Maryland
Washington home builders Advantage Homes will return to Northern Estates in Prince Georges County in June 2011 to build luxury single-family homes. - June 09, 2011 - Advantage Homes
Nocatee is Jacksonville Area’s Fastest-Growing Community
Metrostudy Report Ranks Nocatee on Top - June 08, 2011 - Nocatee
Panhandle Builders and Panhandle Homes of Berkeley County Celebrate 25 Years
2011 marks the 25th anniversary of building in the Panhandle for Panhandle Builders and Panhandle Homes of Berkeley County, award-winning residential homebuilders who enhance the community through quality homebuilding and philanthropic values. - June 07, 2011 - Panhandle Homes of Berkeley County
New York City Foreclosures Down 12 Percent from March 2011; Brooklyn Foreclosures Decreased by 54 Percent While Manhattan Foreclosures Increased 4%
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions was down 65% in April 2011 compared to April 2010, and was down 12% from March 2011. - May 26, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
Preston Construction, L.L.C. Launches Website
To correspond with the companies continued growth, Preston Construction, L.L.C. (Preston), of Philadelphia, PA, is proud to announce the launch of its new website, www.prestonpa.com. Users will be able to use this site to review the extensive list of site contracting services that Preston offers,... - May 24, 2011 - Preston Construction, L.L.C.
Highlight Homes of Georgia Offers Aid and Advice to Victims of Atlanta’s Tornadoes
Southern Builder and Renovator finds sense of duty in coming to the assistance of those in need as in years past. - May 21, 2011 - Highlight Homes, LLC
Mercado del Barrio Honored with Neighborhood Planning Award
Barrio Logan project selected for "innovative planning principles that create sustainable neighborhoods that have lasting value." - May 20, 2011 - Shea Properties
Royal Oaks Building Group Opens Forest Springs Neighborhood for New Home Sales
Triangle Home Builder Offers Single-Family Homes in New Residential Holly Springs Neighborhood - May 19, 2011 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Real Estate Investor Websites That Automate Real Estate Investing Released
A real estate investing and website firm www.RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net, has rolled out a new version of interactive real estate investor websites. These websites come with lots of automation features that reduce the workload that real estate investors have to do on a day to day basis so they close more deals using less time, money and effort. - May 18, 2011 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
The World’s Funkiest Homes Profiled in the May Issue of Construction Digital Magazine
Construction Digital Magazine, the leading digital construction publication for C-level executives, is pleased to announce the launch of its May issue. In the cover story, “The World’s Most Exotic Homes,” the digital magazine names some of the most expensive, unique and downright... - May 13, 2011 - WDM Group
Homes by Deltona Makes Laterra Links Lifestyle More Affordable
Homes by Deltona has made the Laterra Links lifestyle more affordable by lowering condominium association dues. - May 11, 2011 - Homes by Deltona
Advantage Homes Celebrates One-Year Anniversary at Brunswick Crossing with Event and Luxury Townhome Preview
Advantage Homes, LLC is pleased to announce the one-year anniversary celebration of Brunswick Crossing, one of the communities featuring homes by Advantage Homes. The event will take place Saturday, May 14th from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. in the Brunswick Crossing community, Brunswick, Md. Visitors will also be able to preview the community’s new luxury townhome plans, designed specifically for Brunswick Crossing by Maryland homebuilder Advantage Homes. - May 09, 2011 - Advantage Homes
Weathersfield Estates at Hamilton to Offer "How to Sell Your Home" Seminar May 22nd
If you have a home to sell, you are not alone. Orleans Homebuilders has partnered with industry leaders to help provide the tools you need to get your home sold quickly and for the highest possible price. Orleans Homebuilders will show you how easy it is to sell your current home and become a proud... - May 09, 2011 - Orleans Homebuilders, Inc
DexSystems Overcomes Failed Mud-Set Freeze Thaw Cold with New Outdoor Floor Technology
With great skill this homeowner places porcelain tile on outdoor floor decking in cold climate without the use of traditional cement based materials. - May 07, 2011 - DexSystems Inc.
Tennessee New Home Buyers Offered Visa Gift Card Worth Thousands
Pratt Home Builders Joins NewHomesAmerica.com Rebate Program - May 04, 2011 - NewHomeAmerica.com
Townspeople Opens 34 Affordable and Supportive Apartments for People with Special Needs: Grand Opening, May 12, 2011
Townspeople, a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), continues providing quality, affordable and supportive housing for low-income people in San Diego with the opening of its latest acquisition/rehab property in Normal Heights. The building will celebrate its grand opening with a... - May 03, 2011 - Townspeople
Bestfield Homes Joins NewHomesAmerica.com Rebate Program
Delaware Home Buyers Offered Visa Gift Card Worth Thousands - May 03, 2011 - NewHomeAmerica.com
Smart Homes Hit Main Stream: Lennar Arizona is Offering Energy Efficient-Technology Rich Homes
It used to be only high end custom homes featured Smart Home gadgets to make life easier. That technology has now hit mainstream with one of the nation's largest home builders, Lennar - specifically in Arizona. Technology allows home owners to make sure their children arrive home safely from school, remotely adjust the temperature and lights, and let the plumber in during a specific window of time. It's cool and it's included in many new Lennar homes in Arizona. - April 29, 2011 - Lennar, Arizona
Homes by Deltona Launches Redesigned Website
To provide potential homeowners with the most updated information on its communities, Homes by Deltona has launched a redesigned website, www.homesbydeltona.com. - April 29, 2011 - Homes by Deltona
American West - Building Energy Efficient New Homes
American West, one of the nation’s largest private homebuilders located in Las Vegas, Nevada is focused on building energy efficient homes with sustainable materials and features that matter to their homebuyer’s and their families. American West’s energy-efficient building... - April 27, 2011 - American West Homes
Expanding Geographical Reach is Key to Success
Like many businesses today, award-winning design firm Beasley & Henley Interior Design, has found that one key to keeping their company strong is expanding the geographical reach of their services. Beasley & Henley is a national interior design firm with a strong hold in Florida,... - April 26, 2011 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
New York City Foreclosures Down 47 Percent from Q4 2010; Queens Foreclosures Decreased by 61 Percent While Manhattan Foreclosures Increased 46%
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions was down 67% in Q1 2011 compared to Q1 2010, and was down 47% from Q4 2010. - April 15, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
New Models for Mattamy Homes- by Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Award winning design firm Beasley & Henley Interior Design is providing the interior design and detailing for two new Mattamy Homes models. Beasley & Henley delivers model home and condos in all price ranges for builders and developers in Florida and throughout the Southeastern US. - April 15, 2011 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
FloridaSecurityCompanies.com Launched to Provide Free Security System Quotes
New Comparison Website Provides Florida Residents with 4 Free Competitive Quotes for Security Systems from top Florida Security Companies. - April 13, 2011 - FloridaSecurityCompanies.com