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Short Sale Discussion Led by Foreclosure Response Team at 2009 NAR Midyear Expo in Washington, DC
As part of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) 2009 Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo held in Washington, DC from May 11 – 16, the Foreclosure Response Team (FRT) coordinated leadership meetings and a roundtable discussion on the topic of “Short Sales.” The FRT... - June 17, 2009 - Foreclosure Response Team
Lennar Jacksonville Continues Expansion of Team
Homebuilder Hires Three New Home Consultants. - June 17, 2009 - Lennar, East Coast Division
Lee Mirman Honored in Washington, D.C. as One of America’s "Heroes of Small Business"
On Wednesday, May 20th, 2009, Lee Mirman, broker/owner of Investments in Sarasota, was one of nine speakers at a U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Small Business celebratory hearing entitled “Heroes of Small Business” which aimed to acknowledge the role entrepreneurs play in... - June 16, 2009 - Investments in Sarasota
Stone Image Decorative Concrete Introducing Two New Colour Systems for 2009. Turning Concrete Into Art is the Name of the Game.
Today it seems that everywhere you look, whether in a restaurant, retail store, airport, casino, or home, there is a good chance you will see decorative stained concrete flooring underfoot. Stone Image offers many different options for concrete acid staining and engraving. They also offer many industrial protective coatings that exceed industry standards, using only the best products in the industry. - June 16, 2009 - Stone Image
Property Price Falls Decelerate as Demand Heightens
The return of buyers to the property market and a depleting level of stock to meet this demand will help stall price falls, Winkworth predicts. - June 15, 2009 - Winkworth
Custom Home Builder, Top Selling New Home Realtor Join Forces - Marketing Agreement Will Benefit Entry-Level First Time Home Buyers
Brook Swientisky, Colorado/Wyoming Master Franchisor for G.J. Gardner Homes, announces a marketing agreement between his company and The Group, Inc., a Residential and Commercial Real Estate firm. The Group has ranked in the top 100 Big Brokers Report published by RealTrends every year since 1991... - June 14, 2009 - G.J. Gardner Homes, Colorado/Wyoming
Knight-Celotex in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division approved a motion by Bank of America to place Knight-Celotex, LLC in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and to appoint a trustee. The Court appointed Mr. Barry A. Chatz, Attorney at Law with the firm of Arnstein &... - June 14, 2009 - Knight-Celotex
A Custom Integration and Unique IDX Tools Give Realtor Corinne Guest an Advantage Over Her Competition
A custom IDX solution saves real estate professionals and their clients time by speeding up the online real estate search. - June 14, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) Launches New Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Workers’ Compensation and General Liability Programs, Hires John Valko and Opens Ohio Field Office
John Valko has joined AUI to market their general liability and workers’ compensation programs that have been developed for clients of Professional Employer Organizations (PEO’s), Administrative Service Organizations (ASO’s) and Payroll Service Providers on a true PAYGO basis. The... - June 14, 2009 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
HomeRun Homes Offers Free Rent to Own Ads to Non-Profit Housing Organizations
HomeRun Homes has Begun Offering their Rent to Own Advertising Services Free of Charge to Non-Profit Housing Organizations for Buyers and Sellers in Dire Straits. As the Economy continues to sputter, many homeowners and potential homebuyers are falling between the cracks. HomeRun Homes has... - June 14, 2009 - HomeRun Homes
The Solar Energy Council of Orange County Hosts a "Go Solar Now" Event
The Solar Energy Council of Orange County Hosts aA "Go Solar Now" Event in Huntington Beach, CA at the Golden West College. - June 14, 2009 - DJH Construction, Inc.
Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates – Christies Great Estates is Exclusive Broker for the Teton Club
Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates – Christies Great Estate’s announced today that they are the exclusive brokerage for the Teton Club located in Teton Village, Wyoming. The broker will work with the developer of the Teton Club to sell out the club's remaining inventory. Jackson Hole... - June 13, 2009 - Living In Jackson Hole
National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) Selects Home Loan Advocates as Its Home Loan Modification Specialist
The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) has signed a contract with Home Loan Advocates to act as its endorsed service provider for consumer home loan modification. After researching more than 20 nationally recognized loan modification firms, Home Loan Advocates was chosen to launch a... - June 13, 2009 - Home Loan Advocates
The Solar Energy Council is Expanding to Orange County, CA (SEC-OC)
Solar Energy Council a Non-Profit organization opens its branch to all supporters of solar energy in Orange County. - June 13, 2009 - DJH Construction, Inc.
Mark T. Elia, President of Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Named July NAHB Remodeler of the Month
Mark T. Elia, President of Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc. in West Long Branch, NJ was named the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers July Remodeler of the Month. Mark T. Elia, selected through a stringent judging process of NAHB Remodelers leadership and staff, exemplifies the best in the remodeling industry. - June 13, 2009 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
Lightswitch Architectural Lights Up Chicago Model City Exhibition
Lightswitch Architectural demonstrates the effects of light in the Chicago Model City exhibition, a replica of Chicago’s downtown and designed to provoke thought about how cities develop, which opens today at the Chicago Architecture Foundation. - June 13, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
Wolf Taps Former Company President to Lead Pack Again
Tom Wolf, who served as president of The Wolf Organization from 1985 to 2006, is once again heading up operations at the York, Pa.-based building materials company, returning in Spring 2009 in the role of CEO. Wolf, who left the 166-year-old family-owned business to serve as Pennsylvania’s... - June 13, 2009 - Wolf Distributing Company
A Unique IDX Integration Simplifies the MLS Property Search on Realtor Tim Sapp’s Website
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the real estate search, saving brokers, agents and their clients time. - June 13, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Cascadia Investments, Inc. Plans to Launch Instant Message Client for TinyTwirp.com
(CDIV – OTC: PK) - Cascadia Investments, Inc. announced today that http://www.tinytwirp.com, which was recently acquired by its Internet division, will soon be launching an instant messaging client. - June 13, 2009 - Cascadia Investments, Inc.
Luxury Apartments Are Looking Very ‘Architectural Digest’
Let’s be clear – Atlanta’s new 5 East, wants you and it is doing everything it can to entice you. This complex is not what you would expect from an apartment community. This chic urban oasis is progressive, new and fresh; mixing modern design with the look and feel of an upscale... - June 12, 2009 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Graco Inc. Launches New 4500 psi Hydra-Clean Pressure Washer
The Hydra-Clean 4500 psi pressure washer is designed for heavy duty cleaning of large equipment and facilities. - June 12, 2009 - Graco Inc
FEECO Organics Has Solutions to Waste Problems
FEECO International has been developing and implementing solutions to minimize environmental damage and fuel innovation in developing an ecocentristic solution to optimize their customers municipal, industrial, and agricultural biosolids disposal needs. - June 12, 2009 - FEECO International, Inc
RealUp Partners with Divaris Real Estate to Promote Listings
Divaris Real Estate, Inc. has signed with RealUp to make its real estate listings available on www.RealUp.com - June 12, 2009 - RealUp.com
Solar Power System Available to One Qualifying Non-Profit
Greater Los Angeles secular 501(c)(3) organizations may submit qualifying information to receive a grant of solar power equipment for their building. - June 12, 2009 - Sunny Hill Energy
Jackson Assist-2-Sell Office Experiencing Unprecedented Growth
Local real estate broker Kimberly Kelly has found a way to beat the slow housing market. Since implementing several new marketing programs and back office systems earlier this year, Kelly’s Assist-2-Sell® office has experienced tremendous growth. The Jackson Assist-2-Sell office is now... - June 12, 2009 - Assist-2-Sell Realty Brokerage Group
First Ever Condo Style Parking Lot Breaking Ground Near Rt 59 Metra Station in Naperville
Naperville-area commuters can now purchase a private parking space in the new ‘Park Smart Club'. This new parking area is in an unbelievable location: located adjacent to the Route 59 Naperville commuter lot, it is just West of Route 59 and just South of North Aurora Road on Weston Ridge... - June 12, 2009 - Park Smart Club
LadderPort, LLC. is Expanding and Seeks New Distributors
LadderPort, a leading manufacturer of roof access and ladder safety equipment, is accepting applications for new distributors. - June 12, 2009 - LadderPort, LLC.
Adache Real Estate Launches Comprehensive Foreclosure Website to Service Demand in Current Real Estate Market
Adache Real Estate, a full service brokerage firm based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, announced the launch of www.adacheREO.com, a free foreclosure-only website designed to serve the needs of bargain hunters as well as investors ready to take advantage of the multiple opportunities that this juncture... - June 12, 2009 - Adache Real Estate, LLC
"The Shops at Wisconsin Place" Welcomes New Stores
New Chevy Chase Shopping Center features many regional retail firsts including Giggle, llori and others. - June 12, 2009 - The Shops at Wisconsin Place
The Online MLS Search is Simplified on Realtor Susan Orth’s Website with the Addition of Custom IDX Broker
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online property search, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time. - June 12, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Bowen Family Homes Advises New Home Buyers on Purchasing a New Home Vs. a Foreclosure
Bowen Family Homes recently launched a new Web page which provides new Atlanta home buyers with information on purchasing a new home vs. a foreclosure. - June 12, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
Xten Industries is Awarded Energy Grant & Continues to Reduce Carbon Footprint
Plastic injection molder wins state grant to complete energy efficiency projects. - June 12, 2009 - Xten Industries
David Dexter Associates to Unify Procedures and Consolidate Systems with Workspace
Practice invests in Workspace for email management, document control and to drive quality throughout the practice. - June 12, 2009 - Union Square Software
Decorating Elves Acquires Your Holiday Elves, Expands to Five Locations
Christmas Lighting & Holiday Decor Company Acquires New Location in Tampa Bay Market. - June 12, 2009 - Decorating Elves
Commercial Tenant Advisors, LLC Represents The South Central Library System in Finding a New Office Facility
Commercial Tenant Advisors, LLC is pleased to have represented the South Central Library System for their new, 11,000 square foot headquarters on Madison’s east side. SCLS provides technical, educational and IT support to 52 public libraries throughout 7 counties, including all Madison... - June 12, 2009 - CresaPartners
Balfour Beatty Construction Completes Pro-Bono Services Services for Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial
Balfour Beatty Construction recently completed pro-bono construction services on the Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial. Located on the north end of Trinity Park along West 7th Street in Fort Worth, the memorial was dedicated on June 5, 2009. The dedication marked the culmination of 15... - June 11, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
New Lightweight Rooftop Terrace Solution with LEED for Building Green
Outdoor living can reclaim rooftop sunspace with green building materials without rebuilding for loads while capturing rain runoff. New building green solutions for residential and commercial outdoor rooms constructed above grade. - June 11, 2009 - DexSystems Inc.
DMB Associates, Inc. Appoints Dietrich Knoer as Chief Investment Officer
DMB Associates, Inc., a private equity real estate investment and development firm, today announced a new addition to its executive leadership team. Dietrich Knoer has been appointed as Chief Investment Officer. As Chief Investment Officer, Knoer will report to DMB Chief Executive Officer, Eneas... - June 11, 2009 - DMB Associates, Inc
Gitta Urbainczyk, P.A. Has Teamed Up with Military Housing Assistance Fund - MHAF
Gitta’s Real Estate Team was just recently chosen to represent the US Housing Assistance Fund (MHAF) www.usmhaf.org here in the greater Orlando area to serve their clients in the buying of homes. Gitta’s Real Estate Team is pound to help military families in achieving their American... - June 11, 2009 - Gitta Urbainczyk P.A.
The Jones Company Ranks Highest in Revenue
According to MarketGraphics Research Group, The Jones Company of Tennessee was ranked #1 for having the highest projected sales revenue among all Homebuilders for 2009. - June 11, 2009 - The Jones Company
ConstructionDigital.com’s June Issue Explores the Impact Flexible Concrete Will Have on the Construction Industry
Green Demolitions Steve Feldman, the Chartered Institute of Builders Keith Pickavance, and profiles of 36 companies across the globe in the latest issue of ConstructionDigital.com - June 11, 2009 - Construction Digital magazine
Highland Homes Launches New Web Site
mRELEVANCE LLC team creates search engine optimized site for Florida Home Builder - June 11, 2009 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Sterling Custom Homes Begins Building in Horseshoe Bay
Sterling Custom Homes is excited to expand its operations to the well-known resort community of Horseshoe Bay. - June 11, 2009 - Sterling Custom Homes
A Custom IDX Integration Speeds Up the Online Property Search Process for Realtor Jodi Bakst and Her Clients
Real estate professionals and their clients save both time and hassle when searching for real estate online, with the help of a custom IDX solution. - June 11, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Cascadia Investments, Inc. Acquires a Twitter Application for Its Internet Division
(CDIV – OTC: PK) Cascadia Investments, Inc. announced today that it has acquired a majority interest in the web site and twitter application, www.ticktweet.com. - June 11, 2009 - Cascadia Investments, Inc.
Arlington, Va. Home Named First Residential Property in Commonwealth to Achieve LEED Platinum Certification from U.S. Green Building Council
An Arlington, Va. home has become the first residential property in the Commonwealth to receive the nation's highest honor for green homebuilding with a LEED Platinum certification. The property was built by Metro Green, a woman owned business also based in Arlington, Va. - June 11, 2009 - Metro Green
Nationwide Platforms Working a Dream
Nationwide Platforms recently helped with the installation of a giant statue on the site of the former Sutton Manor colliery near St Helens, Merseyside. Two Genie G85’s were chosen to assist with the construction of ‘Dream’, the work of internationally renowned contemporary artist... - June 11, 2009 - Nationwide Platforms
BJAC Awarded Emerald Isle Pier Project
Lou Jurkowski, CEO at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that BJAC was awarded the North Carolina Aquarium pier project on the coast of Emerald Isle, N.C. BJAC, a sub consultant of Moffat &... - June 11, 2009 - BJAC
Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio Allies with Stellar Concepts and Design to Embrace Ruby on Rails
Since website-makeover is already a forte of Stellar Concepts and Design, it is natural for Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio to seek their service and advice on redesigning their website on ‘Ruby on Rails’ language. - June 11, 2009 - Apartment-Rentals-in-Rio
WomenBuild™ 2009 Kick-Off Raises Wall on Minneapolis Home
Redefining the phrase "break a nail," several hundred women will descend on a South Minneapolis home this summer with power tools in hand as part of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s (TCHFH) WomenBuild™ project. To celebrate the accomplishments of local women in addressing poverty housing, Governor Tim Pawlenty has declared June 15 WomenBuild™ in Minnesota. - June 10, 2009 - Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity