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DMG Productions is Currently in Production of a New Episode on "Foreclosures vs. Short Sales" as Part of Their "Business Update" Television Program
This three part series will be presented commercial free and there will be many topics addressed covering a wide spectrum of areas. From appraisals and mortgage options to loan modifications and more, Business Update will explore it all. - December 13, 2010 - DMG Productions, LLC
Minnesota Realtor Wins Bronze Award
Minnesota Realtor Dave Doran of Exit Realty Metro was recently awarded the prestigious Bronze Award at EXIT Realty International Convention in Dallas, TX. - December 11, 2010 - Exit Realty Metro, Dave Doran
Long® Fence Supports 2010 US Marine Corps Toys for Tots Campaign
For the fifth year in a row, Long® Fence has donated fencing to the United States Marine Corps for the District of Columbia Toys for Tots drive. Portable security fence panels were provided for use inside the Marine Corps Reserve Training Center at the Anacostia Annex in Washington DC. The... - December 10, 2010 - Long Fence
NAR Awards Jeanette Cardoso the Esteemed CIPS Designation (Certified International Property Specialist)
Jeanette Cardoso, Broker Associate with Charles Rutenberg Realty, LLC of Fort Lauderdale, FL was awarded the esteemed Certified International Property Specialist Designation (CIPS) Jeanette Cardoso joins a distinguished society of over 2000 real estate professionals throughout the world who have earned the CIPS designation. - December 09, 2010 - Jeanette Cardoso
The Building Envelope Science Institute Releases Dates for Defective "Chinese" Drywall Certification Courses Offered in 2011
The Building Envelope Science Institute has been active in providing solutions for the Defective (Chinese, Corrosive) Drywall since October 2009 offering certification courses for inspecting and remediating homes or commercial buildings. - December 08, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Homes by Deltona Presents 12 Cookies of Christmas at San Savino at the Shores in St. Augustine
Homes by Deltona, a subsidiary of The Deltona Corporation, is celebrating the season with a free holiday home tour. The 12 Cookies of Christmas tour takes place Dec. 18 from 1-4 p.m. at San Savino at The Shores. The event will feature tours of 12 spec homes and model homes, each highlighting... - December 08, 2010 - Homes by Deltona
Onyx Announces New Serviced Apartments Offering in Melbourne's Docklands
Innovative serviced apartment offerings are attracting the attention of property investors in Melbourne's booming Docklands precinct. - December 02, 2010 - Onyx
Hartford National Title Launches Free Good Faith Estimate and HUD-1 Calculator
Free Online Application, OneSourceQuote, offers mortgage brokers accurate closing costs and fees estimates. Accuracy of calculations guaranteed. - December 01, 2010 - Hartford National Title
Australia-Wide Property Market Analysis by WBP Property Group Reveals Where to Buy, Where to Ignore
Most of us resign ourselves to the idea that we can't possibly know what the property market is going to do in a particular area over a set period of time. However, WBP Property recently released a report based on intensive scrutiny of Australia’s property markets providing detailed... - November 30, 2010 - WBP Property Group
Houseinthesun.com: Scandinavians Splurge on Second Homes Abroad
The Scandinavian dilemma: Buy a small one-room apartment in crowded, wintry Stockholm/ Oslo OR spend half the amount on a roomy house in sunny Florida? - November 26, 2010 - House in the sun Scandinavia AB
Beasley & Henley Interior Design Completes Seapoint Condo Tower
Award winning design firm Beasley & Henley Interior Design is finishing up the interiors installation for the Seapoint Condominiums at Naples Cay in Naples, Florida. The Seapoint Condo tower is a beach side, luxury mid-rise tower built in 1991. Beasley & Henley was contracted to begin the... - November 24, 2010 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Greater Valley Group to Build SIP Homes in Two Communities
Greater Valley Group (GVG), based in West Point, Ga., and EH Systems, LLC based in New Braunfels, Texas, announced a partnership to begin construction on two Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) homes in Lanett, Ala. on Nov. 15. These energy-efficient homes will be featured at Quail Run, a new... - November 24, 2010 - Greater Valley Group, LLC
New York City Foreclosure Listings in October Fall 21% from 2009 Levels
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions (247) was up 16% in October 2010 compared to September 2010, but was down 21% from October 2009 (314). - November 23, 2010 - PropertyShark.com
Wide Span Sheds is Proud to Introduce the New Country Estate
Wide Span Sheds has recently released a contemporary, suave and super spacious design for their steel-kit-home range. Affordable luxury now available in Australia. - November 18, 2010 - Wide Span Sheds
Memphis Area Real Estate Agent Receives Training to Effectively Counsel Real Estate Investors, Provide Wealth-Building Strategies
Rita Driver, of The Driver Team @ All Stars Realty in Memphis, TN has recently attended training to become one of the first 100 CIAS agents (Certified Investor Agent Specialists) in the United States. This ground breaking designation allows her a more complete understanding of the real estate investor market and how to better assist Real Estate investors in becoming profitable in the Investor market. - November 18, 2010 - All Stars Realty Memphis, The Driver Team
Veranda Designer Homes Wins “Best Study/Office” Award from HBA of Greater Dallas
Extraordinary attention to detail distinguishes Veranda Designer Homes' design among luxury estates in Dallas/Fort Worth area. - November 18, 2010 - Veranda Designer Homes
Professional Holiday Lighting Services Now Being Offered in New Jersey
NJ landscape company, Grandview Landscape and Masonry, is currently signing contracts for residential and commercial holiday lighting design, installation and removal services in Northern and Central New Jersey. - November 17, 2010 - Grandview Landscape and Masonry
ICanBuy Corp. Set to Launch ICanBuyLeads.com Platform for New Home Builders at BIS 2010
New Online Service to connect Home buyers with New Home Builders at The Building Industry Show. - November 17, 2010 - icanbuy
Downtown Los Angeles Lofts Buying and Selling is Now Easier Than Ever with DLXco.com.
Search for Downtown Los Angeles Lofts with the greatest of ease with www.DLXco.com - November 08, 2010 - Downtown Loft Connection, Inc.
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty to Sell Maintenance Free, Resort Like Living for Three Generations at Bethesda Condominiums
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty today proudly announced that it has been named as the exclusive brokerage sales agent for the Quarry Springs at Stoneyhurst condominium project in Bethesda, Maryland. Quarry Springs at Stoneyhurst is located at 8101 River Road. Site work is ongoing at the... - November 06, 2010 - TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Charlotte Home Staging Leaders to be Interviewed by The Creator of Home Staging®
Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging® and founder of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals®, will interview the leaders of Charlotte IAHSP® Regional Chapter (CIRC) on Monday, November 8. - November 05, 2010 - Charlotte IAHSP Regional Chapter
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Co-Host 15th Annual North Carolina Veterinary Conference
Southeast Region’s Largest Veterinary Conference to Take Place at Raleigh Convention Center. - November 05, 2010 - NCVMA
IXIBIT to Make Riyadh Debut of Unique, Innovative Property Sales Tool at Cityscape Riyadh 2010
IXIBIT today announced it’s participation in the inaugural Cityscape Riyadh, giving the Central Region’s leading property developers their first look at the sales tools of tomorrow including the ubiquitous Virtual Demonstration Property technology. - November 05, 2010 - IXIBIT
Colonial Heritage Announces Success of First Annual Pickleball Tournament
Colonial Heritage’s First Annual Pickleball Tournament Was a Huge Success. - November 03, 2010 - Lennar
Royal Oaks Building Group to Join in Nov. 4 Donation of "Hero Home" to Disabled Veteran’s Family
Local Home Builder To Participate In Veteran’s Day Donation Ceremony In Benefit Of Operation: Coming Home II - November 03, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Gregg Maul Joins Long Realty’s Expanding Casa Adobe Office
Long Realty is pleased to announce Veteran associate broker Gregg Maul has rejoined Long Realty Company, bringing his more than 16 years of experience and expertise. He has joined the firm's sales team at its expanding Casas Adobes office at 6875 N. Oracle Road in Tucson. Maul, having worked with... - October 31, 2010 - Long Realty
Ilkeston Based Property Management Firm Celebrates One Year Milestone
The property investment experts at Ilkestonproperty.com are celebrating a successful first year in managing working tenants, and becoming experts in dealing with Local Housing Allowance tenants. The brainchild of both Richard Jones and Carol Fletcher, Ilkestonproperty.com officially opened its... - October 31, 2010 - Ilkeston Property
Waterpointe Homes Adds Flex Space Options for Personalized Living in Newport Beach
The first of 33 single-family homes have already sold at Newport Palisades in Newport Beach following a well-received grand opening in October. Now, model home tours and sales continue with flex space floor plan options for custom living. - October 30, 2010 - Waterpointe Homes
Envoy Mortgage Presented Green Originator of the Year Award
Envoy Mortgage was recently awarded the Green Originator Award by Mortgage Technology magazine for its electronic, paperless loan origination process at the 12th Annual Mortgage Technology Awards 2010 at the Mortgage Bankers Association’s 97th Annual Convention & Expo 2010 in Atlanta. The award is granted annually to a mortgage lender that uses technology to create efficiencies, both from a business perspective as well as to help the environment. - October 29, 2010 - Envoy Mortgage
Royal Oaks Building Group Wins Gold, Silver and Bronze at 2010 Parade of Homes
Local Homebuilder Models Recognized by Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County with Three Individual Awards. - October 29, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Title Consulting Services, Inc Engages BIZFIN LLC. to Aid in Acquisition Search
Title Consulting Services, Inc. DBA Accu Title Agency (Pink Sheets: TITL) has engaged BIZFIN, LLC to target potential acquisition candidates through a targeted campaign to over 1.3 million targeted businesses in their database thereby reaching over 9,000 existing title insurance agencies, over... - October 28, 2010 - Title Consulting Services Inc
Montenegro Interactive Map Search on ProdamSam.com
ProdamSam.com, the premier web provider of For Sale & Rent by Owner Real Estate advertising in Eastern and South-Central Europe, added a Montenegro Interactive Map Search. - October 22, 2010 - ProdamSam.com
House Charlotte Expands Making Homeownership More Affordable, Many Communities Are Eligible for Up to $15k Down Payment Assistance
The City of Charlotte recently released the results of the 2010 Quality of Life Study, the biennial study that ranks Charlotte’s neighborhoods on several social, cultural and economic indicators. As expected, many of our neighborhoods are experiencing negative impacts from the economic... - October 20, 2010 - Lockard Reed Development Group
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s Second Annual Expert Panel Discussion on Defective "Chinese" Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute is hosting a reception/networking program on Sunday, October 24th from 6-9PM (food & beverages) and expert panel boards on Monday, October 25th from 9-5PM (lunch is provided); both are open for public participation. - October 19, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Prevent Lung Cancer in October 2010 with Radon Awareness Week According to Radon Mitigation Company, Air Quality Control Agency
Radon gas has been identified by the World Health Organization as a leading cause of lung cancer. To address this problem, the United States government has declared October 17th-24th as "Radon Awareness Week." Company owner Jamey Gelina is asking the media to promote this cause. - October 15, 2010 - Air Quality Control Radon Mitigation Remediation
Mastercraft Exteriors' Matt Spanton & Richard Spanton Jr Chosen for Best of Success 2010
Matt Spanton & Richard Spanton Jr head out to the Best of Success in Denver Colorado. Matt speaks about SEO development in Roofing. Since its inception in 1996, Mastercraft Exteriors has been a leader in the roofing industry. - October 15, 2010 - Mastercraft Exteriors
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Receives Donation
Local REALTORS® Association Community Service Committee Receives Support - October 14, 2010 - RRAR
Rinox Helps to Transform a Condominium Pool Into a Resort-Like Atmosphere for Residents
Rinox Pavers and Visionscapes Landscape Design transform an aging and tired community pool into a resort-like atmosphere for residents to enjoy. - October 13, 2010 - Rinox
Infrastructure Installation Has Begun at Vista Del Cortez in Los Barriles, Baja, Mexico and Grand Opening Prices Are Being Offered on View Lots
Infrastructure installation has begun in the Vista Del Cortez subdivision in Los Barriles. Baja Land Bargains is offering “Pre-Infrastructure” pricing as road, power, and water supply construction is underway. All lots feature choice views of the majestic Sierra De La Laguna mountain range, the peaceful San Bartolo arroyo and the stunning Sea of Cortez. - October 13, 2010 - Baja Land Bargains, Inc.
Douglas & Gordon Turns Disused Office Into Art Installation
London-based agent announces third and final installation at Harrington Road pop-up art space before opening a lettings office in January - October 10, 2010 - Douglas & Gordon
BESI Provides Specialized Training for the Inspection and Remediation of Structures with Defective “Chinese” Drywall – Warranty Available
The Building Envelope Science Institute graduates can qualify their work for a 10-year warranty program that provides coverage for up to $500,000 for homes remediated by professionals training during the National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America being held on October 26-27, 2010. - October 07, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Official 911 Mortgage Loan Modification Software Now Meets All HAMP, NON-HAMP, and HAFA Requirements
In meeting the HAMP, NON-HAMP, and HAFA requirements, Official 911’s Mortgage Loan Modification Software allows homeowners to submit a complete package, which ensures them a quick approval. - October 06, 2010 - Official 911
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Dine Out for Project Angel Tree
Local REALTORS® Community Service Committee Raises Funds for Holiday Gift Donations - October 06, 2010 - RRAR
BESI Offers First X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Certification for Gypsum Products
The Building Envelope Science Institute is presenting the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer Certification (XRF-GP) training on October 26, 2010 at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina located at 1881 SE 17th Street Causeway in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This certification program provides valuable information and techniques for the use of XRF as it pertains to Gypsum products. - October 05, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Vero Beach's Leading Real Estate Firm Expands Market Share
Dale Sorensen Real Estate, Vero Beach Florida's leading real estate firm, recently announced its merger with Coastal Signature Properties, a luxury boutique real estate firm. The merger is a positive growth step for both firms. - October 02, 2010 - Dale Sorensen Real Estate
Orlando Realtor Gitta Urbainczyk P.A. Has Earned the Prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Designation
Gitta Urbainczyk P.A. of Keller Williams Heritage Realty has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area is ravaged by “distressed” homes in the foreclosure process. - October 01, 2010 - Gitta Urbainczyk P.A.
Uplands Visionaries Break Ground on New 63-Acre Residential Community in Southwest Baltimore
Uplands Visionaries, LLC, a public-private real estate development consortium led by Pennrose Properties, LLC and Bozzuto Homes, is proud to announce the official groundbreaking of a highly anticipated new 63-acre, $238 million master-planned community located on the site of the former Uplands community in southwest Baltimore. The first phase of development encompasses 761 residences which includes townhomes and semi-detached residences, as well as apartment homes with varying floor plans. - October 01, 2010 - Pennrose Properties, LLC
BESI’s Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall is Now a Registered Course for Recertification (RC) Credits with ACAC
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s received recertification credits (RCs) from the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for its National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America being held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on October 26-27, 2010. - September 30, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
New Construction is Under Way at The Villas at Pleasant Valley
Kemmons Wilson Companies broke ground on the new Abbey and Canterbury models at The Villas at Pleasant Valley, an active adult community with a maintenance-free lifestyle. The new models add upgraded kitchen and living areas creating more options for a home-buyer who is looking to live in a... - September 29, 2010 - Kemmons Wilson Communities
Launch of The Big Property List Sees the UK’s Online Property Revolution Move on - Big Time
The Big Property List (www.thebigpropertylist.co.uk), a new, free-to-use property portal, has been launched, laying down the gauntlet to everyone in the business of buying, selling and renting property in the UK. - September 29, 2010 - The Big Property List