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Brett/Robinson Celebrates Construction of Phoenix West II
Brett/Robinson will host a third Phoenix Rising event on Saturday, August 7th from 3 to 7 P.M. to celebrate the construction of their newest Phoenix property, Phoenix West II in Orange Beach. Guests are invited to visit the site of the new resort and tour the building in its current stage of... - July 25, 2010 - Brett Robinson
Toll Brothers Introduces Five New Home Designs at Green Level Crossing Giving Buyers Options from the Low $400’s
Toll Brothers, the nation's leading builder of luxury homes and developer of fine communities across the Triangle region, is proud to introduce several new home models to the Woodlands and the Manor neighborhoods at Green Level Crossing. These new home gives buyers options from the low 400's in one of the Triangle's most sought out locations. - July 25, 2010 - Toll Brothers
K. Hovnanian Homes Offering 4 Percent Mortgages on Homes in New Jersey
K. Hovnanian Homes, New Jersey's largest homebuilder, is offering 4 percent mortgages on select homes throughout New Jersey. Homes include single-family homes, condominiums, active-adult homes and market-rate homes. The homes must close by Sept. 30. - July 24, 2010 - K Hovnanian Homes
Home-Tech Shares Website Expertise with Industry Peers in Contractor Excellence
Home-Tech founder and CEO Steve Marino is featured in a national online industry publication on website design for the Air Conditioning Contractors of America’s Contractor Excellence. The online publication serves as a resource for America’s most successful heating, cooling and... - July 24, 2010 - Home-Tech
Royal Oaks Building Group Celebrates Sell Out of Homes at Walnut Creek Community
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (http://www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has sold out of all its home sites and single-family homes in The Neighborhoods at Walnut Creek. Located inside the beltline in southeast Raleigh, Walnut Creek is an affordable... - July 24, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Rockspring Acquires Ash & Birch Industrial Estate, Kembrey Park, Swindon
Rockspring TransEuropean IV, advised by Caisson Investment Management and represented by Alder King, has acquired the freehold investment of Ash & Birch Industrial Estate, Kembrey Park, Swindon from Prupim for approximately 7.20m pounds Sterling. - July 24, 2010 - Caisson Investment Management
The W.A.D. Group is Proud to Announce the Launch of MoneyNYC.com, a Collaboration of Multiple Financial Service Providers
The W.A.D. Group has announced that it has launched it's new financial services website, www.moneynyc.com. MoneyNYC.com combines multiple financial services in one place to serve individuals, business owners, and entrepreneurs. - July 23, 2010 - The W.A.D. Group, LLC
nCompass Homes Creates an Outdoor Paradise for One Local Family
An overgrown and virtually unusable backyard gets a face-lift by creating an outdoor paradise that includes dual patios, built-in grill and fire pit, plus a putting green. This backyard haven has something for everyone to enjoy. - July 23, 2010 - nCompass Homes
Chicago Agent Joins Dream Town Realty in May as Part of O'Connor/Hebson Group
Chicago real estate agent Joffre Colbert was welcomed to Dream Town Realty in May as a member of the newly formed O'Connor/Hebson Group. He provides buyer and seller services in the city of Chicago. - July 23, 2010 - Dream Town Realty
The Club at Briarcliff Manor Hosts Preview Tour of Construction of New Model Residences and Information & Design Center
Hundreds of area residents were on hand as The Club at Briarcliff Manor, a new $350 million fee-for-service Continuing Care Retirement Community under development in Briarcliff Manor, hosted its second annual Backyard Barbecue for Village and County officials, neighbors and future residents of the... - July 23, 2010 - The Club at Briarcliff Manor
Ryan Hall Gives Quality Service to Home Sellers in San Clemente Real Estate Market
Ryan Hall, a leading real estate agent with years of experience, announced today his full-service package on http://www.mysanclementerealty.com for those selling houses in the San Clemente, California area. He specializes in helping sellers utilize multiple media formats to maximize exposure to prospective buyers and their agents. - July 23, 2010 - My San Clemente Realty
Birmingham Student Accommodation Receives ANUK Accreditation for High Quality of Service and Housing
HCR Group’s Birmingham based Student Accommodation, Alexandra House receives ANUK Accreditation for High quality of service and housing. - July 23, 2010 - HCR Group
Outer Banks Blue Offering Live 2011 Rates & Availability Ahead of the Competition
Vacationers Are Able to Get a Jump Start on Vacation Plans for 2011 Reservations - July 23, 2010 - Outer Banks Blue Realty Services
Toll Brothers to Unveil New Hasentree Signature Collection
Grand Opening Event at Hasentree will be July 24-25 - July 23, 2010 - Toll Brothers
CENTURY 21 All Islands Supports Hawaii Foodbank with Weight Loss Challenge
Company Challenges Agents to Get Healthy and Help Wipe Out Hunger in Hawaii. - July 23, 2010 - Century 21 All Islands
Charter Builders Selected for $40 Million in Additions/Renovations for Lewisville High School, Founded in 1897
Lewisville Independent School District has selected Charter Builders as construction manager at-risk for $40 million in additions and renovations to Lewisville High School. These upgrades to the existing high school, founded in 1897, are part of the school district’s plan to provide... - July 22, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Mayhew’s Programs on Achieving Organizational Success Through Creating Innovative & Flexible Work Spaces
Mayhew, a company specializing in creating innovative & flexible workspaces has recently introduced MAC Facility Services, a new, innovative facility services program designed to establish creative and comfortable work spaces. The increased use of PDAs and cell phones allow employees the... - July 22, 2010 - Mayhew
C&C Appoints Bryan Courson SVP and Manager of San Francisco Office
Bryan Courson joined the Cornish & Carey team as senior vice president and manager of the San Francisco office. In this senior management role, Mr. Courson will be responsible for the continued expansion and strengthening of the talented team and service offerings of C&C’s growing San Francisco office. - July 22, 2010 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Lennar Salutes "Hometown Heroes" with a Special Program Designed to Help with Home Purchase
The Virginia Division of Lennar Has a Special Program for Hometown Heroes. This Includes; Educators, Medical Professionals, Law Enforcement, Firefighters and Military Personnel, Both Active and Veterans. - July 22, 2010 - Lennar
Puerto Las Hadas Condo Complex in Mexico Launches Website for Prospective Buyers and Renters
Puerto Las Hadas announces the launch of its architectural website of the Puerto Las Hadas condo complex in Manzanillo, Mexico, where potential buyers and renters can browse units by level of the complex. The layouts label the type of unit – condo, apartment, or studio – the number of bedrooms, whether it is single or split-level, and the view from its private terrace. - July 22, 2010 - Puerto Las Hadas Vacation Homes
Williamsburg Wine & Food Festival Raises $5,000 for Colonial Heritage Community Foundation
More Than 4,000 Guests Attended The Two-Day Event That Raised Over $5,000 For The Colonial Heritage Community Foundation. - July 22, 2010 - Lennar
RE/MAX Realty Group Names Mike McNamara as Manager for Their South Fort Myers Office
Mike McNamara has joined the real estate team at RE/MAX Realty Group, Fort Myers, as the company’s new Manager of their third residential office in South Fort Myers located at 17595 S. Tamiami Trail. Mike is a 37 year real estate veteran who decided that the opportunities offered with RE/MAX... - July 22, 2010 - Mike McNamara Realtor
Vistamor Using Advanced 3D Technology to Design New Homes in Virtual Reality
Vistamor Development Team in U.S. and Canada Works Online to Bring Project to Life Before First Shovel is Even in the Ground. - July 22, 2010 - Vistamor
Wester Suffolk BOCES Goes Green
Western Suffolk BOCES, an educational center for Long Island students, has installed new "recycled" sidewalks made of post-consumer glass. The paving surface is also porous, making it ideal for combating stormwater and drainage issues. - July 22, 2010 - Excav Services
Silicon Valley Million-Dollar Home Sales Jump to Highest Level in Two Years, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Million-dollar home sales in Silicon Valley last month surged to their highest level in two years as the region’s high-end housing market continued to improve, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the South Bay’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total... - July 21, 2010 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Lloydshare Annuities Announces Twitter Account
Lloydshare - The preferred provider of Deferred Annuities linked to vacation memberships announces a Twitter account to keep in touch with its clients. - July 21, 2010 - Lloydshare Annuitites
Builders Site Protection Introduces Lead Ready™ Containment Kit for Remodeling Contractors
Builders Site Protection introduces the Lead Ready™ containment kit to provide remodeling contractors the personal protection, dust containment, and clean-up supplies they need to fully comply with the Environmental Protection Agency's RRP regulations. The kit is available in a single-person and five-person plus size. - July 21, 2010 - Builders Site Protection
Stan Sugden Named Vice President at Ruekert/Mielke
Stanley R. Sugden, P.E., Principal and Civil/Municipal Department Head with Ruekert/Mielke, Inc., of Waukesha, WI, has been named Vice President of the firm. Mr. Sugden joined Ruekert/Mielke in 1986, and became a Principal and Department Head in 1998. Mr. Sugden has worked on municipal projects... - July 21, 2010 - Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.
Sparks is the Real Winner in Avanta’s Charity Run
A fourteen-strong team of employees from London-based based Avanta Managed Offices has helped raise more than 1200 pounds Sterling for leading UK children’s medical charity, Sparks, on July 6th, by taking part in the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2010. - July 21, 2010 - Avanta
Charlotte ASPs® Will Use Home Staging Skills to Makeover Teachers’ Lounge
Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) members of Charlotte IAHSP® Regional Chapter (CIRC) will provide furnishings and accessories to makeover the teacher’s lounge at Thompson Child Development Center on July 21. - July 21, 2010 - Charlotte IAHSP Regional Chapter
Eugene, OR House Painter and Handyman Launches New Web Site - CCB License #190186
Handy Guy, a professional handyman service based out of Eugene, Oregon, announced today the launch of a new service, http://oregonhandyguy.com. With over 15 years of handyman experience, Handy Guy now offers the expertise of a painter, handyman, roofer and more. - July 20, 2010 - Handy Guy, LLC
Real-Estate America, a Company Specializing in Selling Real Estate in Maryland Experiences Growth
Real-Estate America, who specializes in selling real estate in Maryland, opens the doors of a new Gaithersburg Office. - July 20, 2010 - Real-Estate America
South Carolina Based Retail Location Analysis Company Has Solution for Country’s Retail Woes. Announces Launch of New Product to Help Economic Recovery: Retail Site Scan
Retail Site Scan USA allows a store owner to look at any address or intersection in the United States and know exactly which type of retail businesses would be financially successful in that location. More importantly, which retail business would not be successful in that location. - July 19, 2010 - Market Locators USA
RE/MAX Commercial Top 10 for Year's 1st Half Led by Associates from Southwest Suburbs in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market
Sales associates at offices in the southwest suburbs of the metropolitan Chicago real estate market were heavily represented in the RE/MAX Northern Illinois commercial real estate rankings for the first half of 2010. Tim Tynan of RE/MAX 10, Palos Park, Ill., and Al Vallejo of RE/MAX TEAM 2000,... - July 19, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Lennar Acquires 500 Homesites at Cane Bay Plantation in Summerville
The Coastal Carolina Division of Lennar Announces the Acquisition of 500 Homesites in the Tri-county’s Premier Community, Cane Bay Plantation. - July 19, 2010 - Lennar
Echota On The Ridge Clubhouse Receives Architectural Award of Merit
Echota (http://www.echotanc.com), a community of elegantly crafted, Adirondack-style homes located in North Carolina’s High Country between Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock, has received the Architectural Award of Merit from the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce for Echota On The Ridge, one of... - July 18, 2010 - Echota
Christie’s Great Estates Continues Expansion in Italy with a New Affiliate in Milan
Broker Immobiliare Joins World’s Leading International Network of Luxury Real Estate Specialists. - July 18, 2010 - Christie's International Real Estate
Christie’s Great Estates Expands Into Scandinavia with a New Affiliate in Sweden
Residence Fastighetsmäkleri Joins World’s Leading International Network of Luxury Real Estate Specialists. - July 18, 2010 - Christie's International Real Estate
Matt Witte Joins RE/MAX Prestige
RE/MAX Prestige is pleased to announce that Matt Witte has joined their Methuen office as a sales associates. Matt provides residential real estate services to the Merrimack Valley area, Essex and Middlesex Counties. Matt lives in Andover and is a secondary mathematics teacher. He volunteers at... - July 18, 2010 - RE/MAX Prestige
Diane France Joins RE/MAX Prestige in Their Wilbraham office
Andrew Armata and Stacey Alcorn of RE/MAX Prestige, an 11 office Real Estate firm, are pleased to announce that Diane France has joined their Wilbraham office as a sales associate. Diane worked behind the scenes in the Real Estate Industry taking property photographs, creating virtual tours, and... - July 18, 2010 - RE/MAX Prestige
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Appears on Prestigious Ward’s 50 List
For the second consecutive year, Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance has been included in the Ward’s 50, a prestigious listing of the top property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The honor puts Farm Bureau in the top 2% insurance companies in the United States. - July 17, 2010 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Suburban Chicago Real Estate Agents and Teams Dominate RE/MAX Residential Top 10 for 1st Half of 2010
Two suburban Chicago real estate agents, Jane Lee of RE/MAX Top Performers, Lake Bluff, Ill., and Edward Lukasik, Jr., of RE/MAX Professionals, Bolingbrook, Ill., ended the first half of 2010 atop the residential real estate sales rankings in the RE/MAX Northern Illinois network. Lukasik is the... - July 17, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Riverview Homes, Inc. is Named a Major Event Sponsor
Riverview Homes, Inc. of Vandergrift was presented an award for being a Major Event Sponsor of the 2010 Apollo Relay For Life. - July 17, 2010 - Riverview Homes, Inc.
Marin Luxury Home Sales Jump to Highest Level in Two Years, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Million-dollar home sales in Marin County last month surged to their highest level in two years as the region’s luxury housing market continued to improve, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 78... - July 17, 2010 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
K-Flex USA Announces 2” Thick 25/50-Rated R-8 Duct Liner
K-Flex USA, a leading manufacturer of elastomeric insulation, expands insulation options for customers with the addition of 2” thick 25/50-rated R-8 Duct® Liner Gray to its product line. The announcement demonstrates K-Flex USA’s commitment to provide customers with more efficient... - July 17, 2010 - K-Flex USA
MERJS Appointed Sole Commercial Property Agents for Attractive Office Space in W1 Period Building, Portland Place W1
MERJS has been appointed as the sole property agents for an attractive ground floor office space in 43 Portland Place, W1 - July 17, 2010 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Commissioning of BenLINS – Benue State Land Information and Management System
Advanced GIS land registry management system with ERP capabilities, and an ability to instantly issue formal Certificate of Ownership (C of O) was installed in Benue State Nigeria. - July 17, 2010 - Sivan Design
Dream Town Welcomes Chicago Real Estate Agent as Part of O'Connor/Hebson Group
Dream Town Realty welcomed Chicago realtor Lloyd Smith to the company in May. He is one of seven agents to join the brokerage as members of the O'Connor/Hebson Group. - July 16, 2010 - Dream Town Realty
Synergy Builders is Proud to Announce Their New Service offering, Wellborn Closet Systems
Synergy Builders, a design-build home remodeling company is proud to announce their new service offering, Wellborn Closet System in Chicago. Recently Synergy Builders, a design-build home remodeling company has proud to announce their new service offering, Wellborn Closets Systems in Chicago. - July 16, 2010 - Synergy Builders
Synergy Builders Hosts Fellow Remodelers for an in Depth Analysis of Their Business
John Habermeier, Owner of Synergy Builders, West Chicago, IL, recently hosted a Case Study Meeting of Remodelers Advantage Roundtables, an Industry think-tank for top remodelers. Thirteen remodeling executives from across the nation met in West Chicago to provide each other with input and advice on... - July 16, 2010 - Synergy Builders