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Giving Back on Thanksgiving – VIP Realty Platinum
VIP Realty Platinum, and Broker Harry Ridge, are gearing up for their second annual Thanksgiving Brigade giving back to the community. They understand the challenges many people and families are facing in theses challenging times. On Thanksgiving Day they will give meals and care packages full of... - November 20, 2010 - VIP Realty Platinum
DPR Construction Honored with ‘Orchid’ Award for Sustainable Design by the San Diego Architectural Foundation
The Orchids and Onions Awards, produced by the San Diego Architectural Foundation, annually recognizes the good and the bad of San Diego urban design and planning projects. - November 20, 2010 - DPR Construction
Miller Construction Co. Building Orange Bowl Field in Miami
A new Miami community landmark is taking shape as Miller Construction Company builds Orange Bowl Field at Moore Park in Miami for the Orange Bowl Committee. The recreational facility will include a new youth sports/high school football stadium, track and other improvements at Moore Park, 765 NW... - November 20, 2010 - Miller Construction Company
Local Agent Receives Training to Effectively Counsel Real Estate Investors, Provide Wealth-Building Strategies
Kerry Thornhill of Virginia Cook Realtors in Dallas has earned the prestigious Certified Investor Agent Specialist™ (CIAS) Designation, having completed extensive training to understand the different real estate investor types, and the investment opportunities, financing options and... - November 20, 2010 - Kerry Thornhill
AIA Detroit Announces Honor Award Winners
Architect recipients include architects Victor A. Saroki, FAIA; William Dunn, Robert L. Ziegelman, FAIA; Cory C. Lavigne, AIA LEED® AP; and Janice L. Suchan, AIA LEED® AP. Firm recipients include SmithGroup, inFORM Studio, SHW Group, Albert Kahn Associates Inc., and Constantine George Pappas AIA Architecture/Planning. - November 20, 2010 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Local Agent Receives Training to Effectively Counsel Real Estate Investors, Provide Wealth-Building Strategies
Christine Cura of Keller Williams Realty in Metuchen has earned the prestigious Certified Investor Agent Specialist™ (CIAS) Designation, having completed extensive training to understand the different real estate investor types, and the investment opportunities, financing options and calculations needed to provide solutions for each. - November 19, 2010 - Cura & Associates at Keller Williams Realty
Another Top Producer Carlos Evans Joins Keller Williams Capitol Properties in Rockville, Tennessee
Keller Williams Capitol Properties is proud to announce that Affiliate Carlos Evans has joined the company's office located at 15400 Calhoun Drive in Rockville Maryland. - November 19, 2010 - Keller Williams Capital Properties
Lead Galaxy to Operate Homesgofast.com
Lead generation giant Lead Galaxy has taken over the operation of property search site, Homesgofast.com, in a deal set to create one of the largest international property website platforms in the world. - November 19, 2010 - Lead Galaxy
Green Home Decor and Material Sought for REOSE Building Project That Takes "Green" to the Extreme
To achieve the goal of creating a nearly 100-percent “green” show home, REOSE LLC, the sustainable building venture of green product manufacturer, Oceansafe, and sustainable design consultants, The ReGen Group, seek partners interested in showcasing their sustainable, energy-efficient... - November 19, 2010 - Oceansafe
CCA Receives Multiple Air Pollution Control Orders in Excess of $6 Million
Combustion Components Associates (CCA; Monroe, CT), a leader in designing, manufacturing, and installing combustion optimization and NOx reduction equipment and technologies, announced the receipt of air pollution control orders in the U.S. and Europe totaling over $6M. Two orders are for... - November 19, 2010 - Combustion Components Associates
A Wide Span Shed Granted for Audrey’s Wish
Various Australian businesses have banded together to grant Sydney mother of three, Audrey Myrden, who is suffering from terminal brain cancer, her last wish - a family home for her children. - November 19, 2010 - Wide Span Sheds
Ten Steps to Help Distressed Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure from Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS®
Tough economic times mean many homeowners face difficult choices, including the possibility of foreclosure. However, there are pro-active steps homeowners can take to head off involuntarily losing their homes. Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® ‘s dedicated foreclosure website, www.raleighrealestateforeclosures.com, has a new report detailing ten steps that homeowners can take to head off losing their home to foreclosure. - November 19, 2010 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
JPE Inc. Lands Multi-Million Dollar Construction Contract
JPE’s Share of Roofing Contract at Fort Bliss Could Reach $30 Million. - November 19, 2010 - JPE Inc. General Contractor
74 Billion JPY (887 Million USD) in Logistics Property Transactions Recorded in Japan in 2010
Bear Logi Co., Ltd an industrial real estate company based in Japan has released a series of new logistics property market reports for 2010. One of the studies revealed that 14 logistics property transactions were recorded in Japan for the year up to October 2010 at a combined value of JPY 74.14... - November 19, 2010 - Bear Logi
Ibstock Dominates at the BDA Brick Awards, Again
Ibstock Brick sweeps the board at the BDA Brick Awards with wins including Supreme Winner and Best Public Building for the Olympic Substation. - November 18, 2010 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
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
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
Brick is the Star Performer at the RIBA Stirling Prize
Brick showed that it is still the building material of choice for Britain’s leading architects after it featured prominently in the 2010 RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist. Three out of the six finalists for the prestigious RIBA Stirling Prize, which is run by RIBA and awarded to the architect of... - November 18, 2010 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
The Dream Home Realty Group at Sky Realty Publishes Its Austin Neighborhood Guide
The Dream Home Realty Group’s AustinRealEstateHomesBlog.com, Austin Homes and Real Estate Blog, publishes its Austin TX neighborhood guide to help home buyers relocating to Austin, TX identify areas of town to live in. - November 18, 2010 - The Dream Home Realty Group at Sky Realty
Rose Paving is Ranked Among Chicago’s Top 100 Workplaces
Rose Paving Co., a leader in national parking lot management, has been named a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for 2010 in the small-sized company category. One hundred companies, organizations, and agencies were honored at an awards ceremony on November 9 hosted by the Chicago Tribune. The awards,... - November 18, 2010 - Rose Paving Company
Rosendin Electric Starts Work Wiring the Caltrain San Bruno Grade Separation Project
Rosendin Electric Chosen for Past Performance on San Carlos Grade Separation Project and Outstanding Safety Record - November 18, 2010 - Rosendin Electric
Yoder Geothermal Selected for Expert Panel at National IGSHPA Conference
The International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) selected Tim Yoder, owner of Yoder Drilling & Geothermal Inc., to be one of four experts on a residential retrofits panel during its 20th annual Technical Conference and Expo last month in Denver. - November 18, 2010 - Yoder Geothermal
Pine Street Carpenters Prepare for 3rd Annual "100 Wheels Project"
50 Bicycles to be Assembled and Given to Underprivileged Children - November 18, 2010 - Pine Street Carpenters, Inc.
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
Stone Pride Products Presented Prominently in THE MAGAZINE Cover Story -- the Magnificently Featured Home is Located in 91008, the Most Expensive Zip Code in the US
Stone Pride reports that its products are presented prominently in the latest issue of THE MAGAZINE's cover story. The story featured a newly completed home located in 91008, ranked as the most expensive zip code in the US according to Forbes. - November 18, 2010 - Stone Pride International Corp.
The Jones Company Recognizes Star Realtors
The Jones Company selected a group of nearly twenty star realtors to treat to a 5-star brunch at Union Station Hotel, with prizes, presentations of awards, and a private tour of the historic landmark. Each of the realtors was awarded a “Star Realtors” certificate and keychain, and many... - November 18, 2010 - The Jones Company
Team Integration Helps Balfour Beatty Construction Deliver New Facility for Gateway Church
Last weekend, Balfour Beatty Construction and Gateway Church celebrated a milestone two years in the making: for the very first time, members of the church attended services in their new, 4,000-seat Worship Center in Southlake, Texas. For Gateway Church, the event marked the fulfillment of their... - November 17, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
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
BusinesSuites Executive Appointed President-Elect of Industry Trade Association
At its 23rd annual conference in Coral Gables, Florida, the Office Business Center Association International (OBCAI) announced the appointment of John G. Jordan as president-elect. Jordan will lead the organization as president in 2011-2012. Jordan is president of BusinesSuites, LP, the Austin,... - November 17, 2010 - BusinesSuites
The Preserve at Lookout Mountain Resort Parcels Offered at Higgenbotham Auction
Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) announced the auction of properties in The Preserve at Lookout Mountain Resort on Saturday, November 20 in Rising Fawn, GA. The inventory is comprised of 64 lots and 5 cabin parcels, with 20 lots and 1 cabin parcel to be sold absolute to the last and... - November 17, 2010 - Higgenbotham Auctioneers International
Stagedhomes.com Announces Accredited Home Staging Professional® Training Developed by Barb Schwarz, Creator of Home Staging, Scheduled for December, 2010
Stagedhomes.com announced today its upcoming schedule for Home Staging® classes for December, 2010. Classes will be offered in Bellevue, WA; Denver, CO; Fairfax, VA; Palm Desert, CA; and Somerset/Branchburg, NJ. Following a two-day course, real estate agents will earn the ASP® Real Estate... - November 17, 2010 - Stagedhomes.com
Mercantile Capital Corp. Reports Six Commercial Loans in October Valued at More than $20.3 Million
Mercantile Capital Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Old Florida National Bank, reported it closed six commercial loans in Florida, California and Connecticut in October valued at more than $20.3 million. Christopher Hurn, chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corp., said the... - November 17, 2010 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Highways Road Safety Consultants Launch New UK Business
Tim Spivey and Jody Foy are pleased to announce the launch of their new company designed to offer companies a proactive highway consultancy service specialising in road safety auditing. - November 17, 2010 - Highways Road Safety Consultants
Century 21 Ruple Properties Introduces Commercial Development Site
Century 21 Ruple Properties announces the listing and sales agreement between the company and the property owners of 8914 IH35, a 3.75 acre prime location commercial lot. Real Estate Development companies, investors, corporations and business owners alike, will find a great opportunity to grab... - November 17, 2010 - Century 21 Ruple Properties
Canadian Business Woman Finalist for the RESA Professional Stager of the Year 2011 Awards
Monica Stanciu from Staged 2 Sell Solutions Inc. nominated for the RESA Professional Stager of the Year 2011 Awards. - November 17, 2010 - Staged 2 Sell Solutions Inc.
Atmosphere Hospitality Draws on Its Revolutionary Green "DNA" to Unveil New Select Service Prototype Adoba Eco Inn
The Adoba Eco Inn is the latest green offspring from Atmosphere Hospitality Managements socially responsible LEED certified green independent brand concept. - November 16, 2010 - Adoba Eco Hotel & Suites
The New Volume of 100 Florida Architects and Interior Designers Features Miami-Based Interior Designer Francois Frossard
Miami-based interior designer Francois Frossard, known for his signature style and bold designs in celebrated venues in Miami and around the world, is featured in the new volume of 100 Florida Architects and Interior Designers. The 460-page book, which presents the work of creative design... - November 16, 2010 - Francois Frossard Design, Inc.
Pet Stop North Georgia Brand Underground Electric Dog Fence Enters Atlanta Dog Fence Market
Pet Stop® dog fence Systems - “The Best Fence You’ll Never See®”. Pet Stop North Georgia is now serving the Metro Atlanta area with underground, electric dog fencing. - November 16, 2010 - Pet Stop North Georgia, Inc
Myers Team with Century 21 MoneyWorld Warn Homeowners to Beware of Nevada Short Sale Experts and Nevada Short Sale Specialists
In the distressed Las Vegas housing market, many local Realtors are calling themselves short sale experts, however, many of these self-proclaimed short sale experts have little or no experience actually closing short sale transactions. What criterion constitutes an expert? According to a report released October 13, 2010 by IMS Advanced Realty Data Services, The Myers Team with Century 21 MoneyWorld is the top short sale team in Nevada. - November 16, 2010 - Century 21 MoneyWorld The Myers Team
Omniroc Inc. Engages New South Central Rep Agency
Omniroc, Inc. announced today the signing of their newest rep agency Centerline Materials Group, LLC. for the South Central region of the US - November 16, 2010 - Omniroc, Inc.
Natural Playgrounds Company Helps World's Children Get Nature
Natural Playgrounds Company Attends World Forum The Natural Playgrounds Company was recently selected from among hundreds of applicants throughout the world to attend the World Forum Foundation’s “Nature Action Collaborative for Children.” Natural Playground designers,... - November 15, 2010 - Natural Playgrounds Company
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short Sale Specialists, completes another Bank of America Short Sale
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short sale Agents uses comprehensive Las Vegas Short Sale System for Las Vegas, Henderson, and North Las Vegas Short Sales leading to Bank of America Short Sale Closing. - November 15, 2010 - Ballen Brands
Boston Brick and Stone is Planning for the Holidays, Announces “Get Ready for the Holidays” Special
Boston Brick and Stone, a Southern California leader in chimney inspections, chimney brick repair, brick restoration and landscape and hardscape design, today announced a special “get ready for the holidays” chimney program. - November 14, 2010 - Boston Brick and Stone
Landmark Fine Homes LP, a Certified Professional Custom Home Builder, Sweeps the COHBA Parade of Homes Awards in the Norman, Oklahoma Area
Landmark Fine Homes LP, received several awards in the 2010 Central Oklahoma Home Builders Association Parade of Homes. These awards included Best Overall Design, Best Landscaping, Best Decorating and Best Master Suite. - November 14, 2010 - Landmark Fine Homes
Wadham & Isherwood Reports Multiple Lettings at Watchmoor Park, Camberley, Surrey, UK
Following previous transactions earlier in the year Watchmoor Estates, advised by Wadham & Isherwood and CBRE, has completed the letting of 23,789 sq ft (2,210 sq m) of office space at Watchmoor Park, Camberley to Telindus. - November 14, 2010 - Wadham & Isherwood
Klohn Crippen Berger Co-Hosts Opening of the North Lecture Theatres at the University of Alberta
Members of the government, public and private sectors came together to celebrate the opening of the North Lecture Theatres at the Centennial Centre for or Interdisciplinary Science on Monday, November 8th, 2010. Klohn Crippen Berger co-hosted the event which included a cocktail reception and a... - November 13, 2010 - Klohn Crippen Berger
Foundation Contractors in Boston Work with Online Advertising Company to Aid Local Homeowners
A-1 Foundation Crack Repair, a team of professionals serving the Boston area, has paired with Prospect Genius, an online, local marketing company, to offer homeowners access to quality foundation repair. - November 13, 2010 - A-1 Foundation Crack Repair, Inc
Speedheat Floor Heating Picks Local Business Owner to be Face of New Ad Campaign
Speedheat Floor Heating launches, “He’s Got Speedheat” campaign with Chris (Baylor) Lowe of Chris Cleaners and Clothes Spa in Cumming and Gainesville, Georgia as the new face of Speedheat. - November 13, 2010 - Speedheat Floor Heating
Barbour ABI Releases Quarter Three Construction Analysis
Barbour ABI have recently released their quarterly review analysis, which highlights key building projects and the best performing sectors. - November 13, 2010 - Barbour ABI
New Mosque Uses FlexiDry Fast Drying Floor Screed
In excess of 4,200sm of FlexiDry F3, 21 day dry time, floor screed has been installed over 5 floor levels in the building of the new Harrow Central Mosque. FlexiDry fast drying floor screed was chosen by the project management team due to its guaranteed dry times meaning that costly installation of surface DPM’s is not necessary before laying final floor finishes. - November 13, 2010 - FlexiDry Global Limited