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Contractors Legal Group Joins JCT
The new Contractors Legal Group (CLG), which represents the common interests of main contractor trade associations, has joined the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT). - February 16, 2010 - Joint Contracts Tribunal
LiveRoof, LLC Announces Exclusive Offshore Distribution Agreement with PlantedRoof.com of Massachusetts
LiveRoof, LLC Announces International Sales Agreement with PlantedRoof.com LiveRoof, LLC, Spring Lake, Michigan, U.S.A. is pleased to announce an exclusive sales agreement with Planted Roof.com of Massachusetts for offshore representation of the LiveRoof® hybrid green roof... - February 16, 2010 - PlantedRoof.com
John Cenni Earns NAR Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification
Buyers and Sellers Benefit from REALTOR® Expertise in Distressed Sales - February 16, 2010 - Keller Williams Realty, John Cenni
Leading Commercial Property Agency MERJS Announces Successful Let of Retail Unit in Croydon High Street
MERJS commercial property agents are delighted to announce the successful let of a retail unit with A3/A4 use in Croydon High St. - February 16, 2010 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Home Sales Rebound in Southwest Suburbs Matches Pace in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market; RE/MAX Remains Leader in Residential Brokerage
Home sales activity in Chicago’s Southwest Suburbs and in the broader metropolitan Chicago real estate market rebounded strongly during the second half of 2009. In each instance, sales were 23 percent higher than during the same six months in 2008, and in both cases RE/MAX retained its... - February 16, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Will County Beats Metro Chicago Real Estate Market by Posting 3.3% Increase in 2009 Home Sales; RE/MAX Retains Leadership in County
Home sales in Will County, Ill., posted a 3.3 percent increase last year, a larger gain than the 1.5 percent increase achieved by the seven-county metropolitan Chicago real estate market. Home sales in Will County rose from 5,956 in 2008 to 6,151 in 2009, with RE/MAX retaining its position as the... - February 16, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Life After the IE at Dflat Madrid; Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur
How to get started, from the perspective of someone who dreams of having an independent life (looking for financial freedom). - February 15, 2010 - DFLAT Madrid
JP Endres Fein, Partner, Homes of Westchester, Announces Candidacy for New York State Association of Realtors® Secretary Treasurer 2014
JP Endres Fein announced her candidacy for the New York State Association of Realtors® Secretary Treasurer 2014 position. A Realtor for over 20 years, and Past President of the Westchester County Board of Realtors®, as well as the 2004 WCBR Realtor®of the Year, stated she was "enthuastic and confident" about her campaign. - February 15, 2010 - Homes of Westchester Inc.
Mimi Shrader Receives Customer Service Award for 2010
Outer Banks Blue Realty Services is pleased to announce Mimi Shrader as the winner of their Customer Service Champion Award for 2009. Outer Banks Blue awards one of its 110 Employees each year with the award and it is the only award given by the company. - February 15, 2010 - Outer Banks Blue Realty Services
ProTen Services Begin UK Leg of Radon Tee World Trek 2010
National radon specialists, ProTen Services, are supporting the CanSAR Radon Tee World Trek 2010 and have taken the Tee on the road to spread the message: Reduce Radon & Save Lives. - February 14, 2010 - ProTen Services
Strong 2nd Half Home Sales Help Cook County and Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Post 2009 Rebound; RE/MAX Regains Lead in Homes Sold
Home sales during 2009 in Cook County, Ill., bounced back thanks to strong activity in the second half of the year. Homes sales in the county were up 1.7 percent, rising from 39,902 in 2008 to 40,582 in 2009. The seven-county metropolitan Chicago real estate market posted a 1.5 percent increase. At... - February 14, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Bowen Family Homes is Now Building in Oakdale Preserve in Smyrna
Bowen Family Homes recently announced it is building in Oakdale Preserve located in Smyrna in Cobb County. - February 14, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Paul G Hauf And Associates Proudly Announces Support of The Chesapeake Bay Foundation
The chesapeake bay foundation-“saving a national treasure” - February 14, 2010 - Paul G. Hauf And Associates
Property Management Inc. Franchising Names Jim Hendershot VP of Operations
Property Management Incorporated, a full service commercial & residential asset management franchisor, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Hendershot as Vice President of Operations. - February 14, 2010 - Property Management Inc
Nash Construction Proves That Even in a Recession Quality Reigns
2009 Capital CotY Awards Recognize Creativity & Craftsmanship Among Area's Top Remodeling & Design-Build Firms. - February 14, 2010 - Nash Construction, Inc.
IDX Broker's Intricate Design Creates the Most User-Friendly and Hassle-Free Real Estate Search on the Web
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online property search process, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time. - February 14, 2010 - IDX, Inc.
Kane County and Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Enjoyed 2nd Half Home Sales Rebound in 2009; RE/MAX Remained County's Residential Leader
Kane County, Ill., home sales rose 66 percent during the last six months of 2009 when compared to the first half of the year and were 23 percent higher than in the last half of 2008, while RE/MAX remained the home sales leader. In the seven-county Chicago real estate market, home sales in the last... - February 14, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Greater South Suburbs Topped Metro Chicago Real Estate Market in 2009 with 12% Gain in Home Sales; RE/MAX Retained Local Leadership
A 12 percent increase in home sales during 2009 distinguished the Greater South Suburbs area as one of the top performers among submarkets in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market last year. Home sales in the Greater South Suburbs area rose from 4,038 in 2008 to 4,529 in 2009, with RE/MAX... - February 14, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Elgin Area Housing Activity Rose 7% in 2009, Surpassing Performance of Metro Chicago Real Estate Market; RE/MAX Remains Home Sales Leader
The Elgin-area housing market recorded a 7 percent increase in activity in 2009, surpassing the performance of the metropolitan Chicago real estate market as a whole, which recorded a 1.5 percent sales gain. Home sales in the Elgin area were up from 2,459 in 2008 to 2,629 in 2009, with RE/MAX... - February 14, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Lincoln Way Home Sales Up in 2nd Half of 2009 as Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Bounces Back; RE/MAX Retained Sales Lead in Area
Home sales rebounded in the Lincoln Way area of Chicago’s southern suburbs during the second half of 2009 just as they did in the entire metropolitan Chicago real estate market. Sales in the second half of the year were 43 percent higher in Lincoln Way than in the first half, but for the full... - February 14, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
O'Hare Area Home Sales Rise 44% from 2008 Level to Lead Rebound of Metro Chicago Real Estate Market; RE/MAX Maintains Leadership in Area Housing
The O’Hare suburban area led a 2009 rebound in home sales in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market. Sales in the O’Hare area rose from 592 in 2008 to 855 in 2009, a 44 percent increase and the largest gain recorded in any major submarket. RE/MAX retained its position as the... - February 14, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Chapman Executive Suites Launch Virtual Office Solution for Orange County Cities
Chapman Executive Suites’ virtual office plans include state-of-the-art service for the executive who wants to portray that professional image without a full office. Having a prestigious business address and a conference room can be the make-break point for some small businesses. Maybe you... - February 13, 2010 - Chapman Executives Suites
Another Agent Joins RE/MAX Prestige
Gary Trouville has recently joined the Dracut office of RE/MAX Prestige, an 11 office regional real estate firm. With 30 years of real estate experience, Gary provides many real estate services, specializing in new construction, residential, multi-family and corporate relocations. He is licensed in... - February 13, 2010 - RE/MAX Prestige
SealRite Spray Foam to Exhibit Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation at Atlantic Builders Convention
SealRite Spray Foam, a leading soy-based spray foam insulation contractor, will showcase its energy-efficient spray polyurethane foam products at the Atlantic Builder’s Convention on April 14-16, 2010. - February 13, 2010 - Coastal Insulation Corp
Strong 2nd Half Gains Mark Home Sales Activity in Lake County, Ill., and Metro Chicago Real Estate Market; RE/MAX Continues as County's Home Sales Leader
A strong increase in home sales activity in the second half of 2009 was noticeable in both Lake County, Ill., and the entire metropolitan Chicago real estate market. Metro-area home sales were 23 percent higher than the comparable 2008 period, while in Lake County sales were up 18 percent on the... - February 13, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Debbie Sloan, Lake Norman Realtor, Presented with Award of Excellence by Realtor.com for Online Marketing Excellence
Debbie Sloan, Lake Norman and Charlotte Realtor with Coldwell Banker United, Realtors, was presented with an Award of Excellence by Realtor.com for her expertise in online marketing of homes and real estate for sale. Debbie was presented this award by Max Pigman, Vice President of Realtor.com at a... - February 13, 2010 - Coldwell Banker United, Debra Sloan, LLC
Kes Stadler is Coming Back as Managing Broker
With almost eighteen years of experience in residential, commercial and leasing real estate, Mr. Stadler is coming back to Atlanta Communities. His knowledge of the industry is unmatched and his attention to detail is incredible. He will be putting his variable skills to good use helping buyers and sellers reach their real estate goals. Kes is known as a problem solver and will complement their team nicely. - February 13, 2010 - Atlanta Communities
DuPage County Home Sales Rose in 2009 as Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Enjoyed Strong Second Half; RE/MAX Remains Leader in Housing Sales
Home sales in DuPage County, Ill., like those for the entire metropolitan Chicago real estate market, turned up sharply in the second half of 2009 so that sales activity for the full year topped 2008 results. At the same time, RE/MAX retained its position as the leading brokerage organization for... - February 13, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Kendall County, Ill., Leads 2009 Home Sales Rebound in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market; RE/MAX Again Leads in Serving Kendall Buyers
Kendall County, Ill., led the 2009 rebound in homes sales that was felt across the metropolitan Chicago real estate market. Sales in Kendall County were 10 percent higher for the full year and 36 percent higher for the last six months than in the comparable periods of 2008. Both increases were the... - February 13, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Aptcon Opens New Office in Wilmington, NC
New Wilmington, NC location and hire of Construction Manager support continued growth. - February 13, 2010 - Aptcon
IQ Plumbers Expand Fleet to Meet Rising Demand for "Within the Hour" Service
Leading emergency plumbers in London, IQ Plumbing Services, have expanded their fleet of vans to handle a significant rise in demand for their “within the hour” response emergency plumbing services. When a plumbing emergency arises, time is of the essence and a fast response is vital... - February 13, 2010 - IQ Plumbers
Royal Oaks Building Group Wins Gold at 2010 Nationals
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has received a Gold Award in the category of Building Industry Spirit at the 2010 NationalsSM Gala held at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas on Jan. 19. The award recognizes the... - February 13, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
New Agent for RE/MAX Prestige
Andrew Armata, broker/owner of RE/MAX Prestige, an 11 office real estate firm, is pleased to announce that Marcia Zaniboni has joined their Groton office as a sales associate. With 6 years of real estate experience, Marcia provides real estate services to the Groton and Pepperell area specializing... - February 13, 2010 - RE/MAX Prestige
Bowen Family Homes Announces Final Opportunities at Alcovy Falls
Bowen Family Homes is pleased to announce that they currently have seven move-in ready Townhomes priced from $99,900 at its Alcovy Falls community in Lawrenceville. The community also has one single family home remaining. With move-in ready homes at such affordable prices, these homes should not... - February 12, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
DaVinci Designer Gallery Launches a New Presentation "The Psychology of Home Staging"
Home stager, Maureen Reddy, of DaVinci Designer Gallery has created a keynote presentation that delves into the psychology behind home staging. This program, geared toward Realtors, explains the success of home staging from a human behavioral standpoint. - February 12, 2010 - DaVinci Designer Gallery
Paul G. Hauf And Associates Announces Support of the YMCA
Get Involved in the YMCA as a Donor or Volunteer Today. - February 12, 2010 - Paul G. Hauf And Associates
NH Custom Home Builder Zetland Homes LLC Winter Planning and Building Seminar
New Hampshire custom green home builder Zetland Homes LLC offering their Winter 2010 Planning and Building dinner seminar. Information on building a custom home whether stick built, structural insulated panel (SIP), log, timber frame or modular. Discusses Energy Star and Green Build NH certification programs. - February 12, 2010 - Zetland Homes LLC
A Custom IDX Solution and Its User-Friendly Search Tools Speed Up and Simplify the Online Property Search for Consumers
Easy-to-use IDX search tools create a sense of ease and efficiency for home seekers preforming their real estate search online. - February 12, 2010 - IDX, Inc.
Building Envelope Science Institute Initiates Patent Process on Remediation of Buildings with Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) was launched in 2009 to provide a solution to the defective or corrosive drywall crisis which has unfolded over the last seventeen months or so. The Institute developed what is being referred to as the “BESI System” and has now filed a provisional patent on their process for remediation of buildings that have defective or "corrosive" drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Conference for Certification of Inspectors & Remediators for Defective or Corrosive Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale
BESI will certify inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors in Ft. Lauderdale on March 2-3, 2010. This certification program offered through the Institute (BESI) instructs and trains licensed and approved state contractors in the remediation of defective or corrosive drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Naples Home Builder, The Aubuchon Team of Companies, Sponsors Music for Cape Coral Farmers Market
Naples Home Builder and Southwest Florida's full service real estate organization, The Aubuchon Team of Companies, is sponsoring music at the Cape Coral Farmers Market. - February 12, 2010 - Aubuchon Team of Companies
Horry Georgetown Home Builders Association Recognizes Lennar at Top Dog Awards Event
Lennar Walks Away with Several Awards at the Horry Georgetown Home Builders Association’s Annual Top Dog Awards. - February 12, 2010 - Lennar
MERJS Commercial Property Agency Announces Successful Acquisition of SE1 Commercial Property on Behalf of Southwark Studios Ltd
MERJS, one of London's leading commercial property agencies, is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of a large commercial space in SE1 on behalf of Southwark Studios Ltd. Comprising of the entire fourth floor of Rich House, Crimscott Street, the space is approximately 13,000 sq ft in... - February 12, 2010 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Fred Filsoof President of Coordinated Properties Discusses Atlanta's Real Estate Market and the Importance of the First Time Home Buyer's Credit Score
First-timer home buyers have a lot of ground to cover, from learning about market conditions to landing the best loan. "Over the past year, lending requirements have tightened and credit thresholds have increased across the board", says Fred Filsoof, President of Atlanta based, Coordinated Properties. Any first time home buyer should be purchasing a home before April 30th to take advantage of the federal housing tax credit. - February 12, 2010 - Fred F Filsoof
Davidson Realty Inc. Introduces Homebuying Tax Credit Open Houses
North Florida and World Golf Village Real Estate Experts Offer Free Consultation, Advice - February 12, 2010 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
Flipping Houses is Making a Comeback
With the Number of Foreclosures and Low Prices Real Estate Investors are Looking at Making Money by Flipping Low Priced Houses. - February 11, 2010 - Get Real REI
Bill Alter Announces Formation of Self Storage Commercial Brokerage Team
Bill Alter, Managing Director of the Self Storage Group at Rein & Grossoehme Commercial Real Estate announced that Denise Nunez has joined the firm as a sales agent and will work with Alter as a member of the AZ Self Storage Specialist Team. Ms. Nunez brings with her more than 20 years... - February 11, 2010 - Denise Nunez, Agent at Rein & Grossoehme
Innovative IDX Broker Software Creates a Sense of Ease and Efficiency for Consumers During their Online Property Search
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up and simplify the online property search process, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time and hassle. - February 11, 2010 - IDX, Inc.
Avanta is Awarded Best Companies Accreditation
The Best Companies 2010 two star accreditation status has been awarded to serviced office group, Avanta, in acknowledgment of excellence in the workplace. - February 11, 2010 - Avanta
BJAC is a Triangle CREW 2010 Corporate Sponsor
Lou Jurkowski, CEO at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that BJAC is a corporate sponsor for Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (“Triangle CREW”) in 2010. BJAC will sponsor... - February 11, 2010 - BJAC