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Los Angeles Foreclosures Down 18% from Q4 2008; Seattle Foreclosures Up by 88%, Miami by 29% and New York City up by 14% Says PropertyShark.com
In the Q1 2009 Foreclosure Report by PropertyShark.com, Los Angeles foreclosures were down 18% from Q4 2008, Miami foreclosures increased by 29%, New York City by 14%, and new scheduled foreclosures in Seattle were up 88%. - April 14, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Donna Johnston Earns the Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
Donna Johnston owner of Charlotte Premier Realty Partners and affiliated with RE/MAX Executive 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. - April 14, 2009 - Charlotte Premier Realty, Inc
Diamond Blade Dealer Provides Better Online Customer Experience
New DiamondBladeDealer.com website redesign offers same low prices with enhanced features. - April 14, 2009 - Diamond Blade Dealer
Local Organizer Earns Designation of Certified Professional Organizer
Kristen Hartman of Key Transitions located in Suffolk, Virginia has earned the designation of Certified Professional Organizer. - April 14, 2009 - Key Transitions - Professional Organizing
LaGgrange Pointe to Host Its Latest Free Public Seminar: Understanding the Veterans Pension Benefit
Upcoming Seminar to be held Tuesday April 21, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. in LaGrange Pointe. - April 13, 2009 - LaGrange Pointe
Smyrna Builder Offers 0% for 12 Months
0% Interest for 12 Months Incentive from Smyrna Builder. The Madison at Village Green is offering condo financing at 0% interest for 12 months with just 3.5% down payment for the next 30 days. - April 13, 2009 - Capital City Venture Homes, LLC.
Find Your Way to Lennar’s Emmens Preserve and Brighton Woods on April 18th and Get a Free GPS System
The Coastal Carolina division of Lennar is giving a free TomTom® 125 GPS to the first 27 households who register and tour their model homes at select communities on Saturday, April 18, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. “Now is the perfect time to buy a new home,” said Shannon Williams,... - April 12, 2009 - Lennar
Jackson Hewitt - Four Corners Office Outlines Important Tips for Last-Minute Tax Return Filers
Today kicks off the final week of tax season 2009; and with just seven days left, millions of consumers have yet to file an income tax return. For those people, the last few days before the official deadline could prove to be nerve-racking. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners office has... - April 12, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
IDX Broker’s Intricate Format and Unique Customization Sets Realtor Kathleen Wingate’s Website Above Her Competition
Custom IDX software saves real estate professionals and their clients time by providing simple and easy to use search tools. - April 12, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
NH Green Builder Steven Reddy of Zetland Homes LLC Featured Speaker at 2nd Annual Greenerborough
Green building expert to speak on: Decoding Green Building, Energy Efficiency and Beyond at the Greenerborough Green Living Expo & Festival on Saturday April 18. - April 12, 2009 - Zetland Homes LLC
Keller Williams Realty-Mountain Brook Meets with Investors in Beijing
Local REALTORS invited by The People’s Republic of China to attend Real Estate. - April 12, 2009 - Keller Williams Realty- Mtn Brook
Highland Homes Hosts Annual Sales Award Banquet
Highland Homes hosted their annual Sales Award Banquet on Thursday, March 4th and the Lakeland Yacht Club. Among the night’s festivities, several sales managers were recognized for their hard work, dedication, and ability to rise above the negative reports in today’s media regarding the... - April 11, 2009 - Highland Homes
INCODIO and SCALE-RT – New Tools for Automotive Software-in-the-Loop Applications
Software-in-the-Loop simulation provides advantages at an early test stage and for automated calibration of an ECU-software (e.g. engine and transmission control) in the laboratory. The original software of an ECU coupled with continuous models of the vehicle is then simulated by means of one or several PCs. - April 11, 2009 - Cosateq GmbH & Co. KG
Find Your Way to the Lennar Virginia GPS Event on April 18th
The Virginia division of Lennar is giving a free TomTom® 125 GPS to the first 55 households who register. - April 11, 2009 - Lennar
Fred Gillick Uses Customizable IDX Tools to Enhance the Search Function of His Real Estate Website
IDX Broker software creates an easy and efficient way for home seekers to search for properties online, saving them both time and hassle. - April 11, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Freedom Debt Management Rolls Out a New Fresh Start Homeownership Initiative
Freedom Debt Management, Inc. (“FDM”) is proud to announce their new “Fresh Start” initiative to create financial literacy awareness amongst the 20 to 30 year old age group. This service will include free budget counseling and continuing education specifically designed for... - April 11, 2009 - Freedom Debt Management, Inc.
Soy Seal® for Gaps & Cracks Now Available Nationwide at Homedepot.com
Soy Seal® for Gaps & Cracks, the first consumer product from the makers of BioBased Insulation®, is now available at homedepot.com. The six-pack of 16-oz. cans retails for $29.98. BioBased Insulation®, the industry leader in bio-based spray polyurethane foam insulation for... - April 11, 2009 - BioBased Insulation
Cutting Edge, Responsible Lighting Has a New Place to Stay in Chicago
Lightswitch Architectural Brings Light to a New City Hotel. - April 11, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
Donated Architectural Renderings from James Colucci Enterprises LLC Help Spur Construction Project for Vets
It’s hard to imagine that an architectural rendering could change an injured service member’s life forever, but in the case of Sgt. Mark Ecker and Sgt. Michael Downing, donated renderings from James Colucci Enterprises are a step in the right direction. - April 11, 2009 - James Colucci Enterprises
Recreation Planners Use Technology to Get Public Participation
“A 21st century way to engage the public directly in recreation and conservation decisions” – that’s how planner Edwin S. Gardner of Heritage Strategy Group describes the approach he and his team are taking to make sure the public is keenly involved in the 2010-2020... - April 11, 2009 - Studio A Architecture, Inc.
Commercial REO Brokers Association - Dinner Meeting, Newport Beach, CA April 28,2009. Is the Commercial Real Estate Market About to Collapse?
The Commercial REO Brokers Association, (CREOBA) was formed to assist the Banks and Loan Servicers in selling their Foreclosed Commercial Properties. Ray McLaine, CREOBA President, pointed out that, “Last year 4.5 Billion Dollars in Commercial Real Estate was foreclosed by the banks. This year, that figure could reach $20 Billion with $200 Billion more to come in the next two years. - April 10, 2009 - Commercial REO Brokers Association
Jobtrio.com Partners with Internet Marketing Inc. to Provide Greater Exposure to Contractors
The construction contractor directory website Jobtrio.com has retained the search engine optimization firm Internet Marketing Inc. to help increase the exposure offered to California contractors. Search engine optimization (SEO) is a process through which the quality and volume of organic, or... - April 10, 2009 - jobtrio.com LLC
Mariners Buildcon India Ltd Coming Up with Its New Venture in Sec 67, Gurgaon "Neptune’s Haven"
Mariners Buildcon India Ltd (MBIL), a Real Estate Co catering to the housing needs of the Indian Mariners, NRIs & other high-end professionals has announced its next exclusive residential project Neptune's Haven at Sec 67, Gurgaon. - April 10, 2009 - Mariners Buildcon India Ltd
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Opens Pennsylvania Field Operation and Launches New “AUI Staffing” Program
AUI is excited to announce the hiring of Chris Smith to head up their Bala Cynwyd (a Philadelphia Suburb) regional office in Pennsylvania. He brings over 18 years of experience in the insurance industry, specifically in Workers’ Compensation for both Claims and Underwriting. His underwriting... - April 10, 2009 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Custom IDX Broker Gives Realtor David Jewell’s Website an Advantage Over the Competition
A unique integration and customized IDX tools, simplify and organize the online real estate search for professionals and their clients. - April 10, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
DAVACO’S Merchandising Team Executes a Brand's Strategy at Store Level. Company Provides Visual Merchandising Expertise for Soft-Line Manufacturers.
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, recently announced that the company’s brand development division continues to offer full-service and supplemental merchandise coordinator programs for national soft-line brands. - April 10, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.
Pennsylvania Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeler Launches New Website for Philadelphia Area Homeowners
Element Kitchen & Bath Design completes work on new website which offers remodeling and design tips to PA homeowners. - April 10, 2009 - Element Kitchen and Bath Design
RE/MAX REALTOR® Earns Prestigious CDPE© Designation to Help Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure
Robert Thorsen, REALTOR® of RE/MAX Action Realty- Horsham, 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 area homeowners... - April 10, 2009 - Thorsen Group, Inc.
Don Harris of DJH Construction, Inc. is Elected to the Board of Directors for the Solar Energy Council of the Inland Empire (SEC-IE)
Don Harris joins the SEC-IE as a board director. - April 09, 2009 - DJH Construction, Inc.
Farmers Market Kicks Off at Watters Creek; Local Producers of Food & Produce, Plants & Flowers Sought for Weekly Event
Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm will begin a new weekly Farmers Market on Saturday, April 4, and has space available for additional vendors. The open-air market will be located at the south end of Market Street by DSW and will be run each Saturday from 8 a.m.-noon. Several vendors have already... - April 09, 2009 - watterscreek
Local Realtor Bruce Clark of Irvine, CA Earns Most Prestigious of all Industry Achievements
Top 5 Member Bruce Clark, of First Team Real Estate, Irvine, CA Named a Charter Member of North American “Top 5 in Real Estate Network®” - April 09, 2009 - Clark Group
Dan Fields Named to the 2009 Book of Leaders
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that Dan Fields, principal at BJAC, was named a Charlotte Impact Entrepreneur by Business Leader magazine’s... - April 09, 2009 - BJAC
Messer Construction Co. Named One of Nation’s Safest Construction Companies
Messer Construction Co. has been named one of the nation’s top companies in construction safety by the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America, receiving first place in the AGC’s national 2009 Construction Safety Excellence Awards. - April 09, 2009 - Messer Construction Co.
Realty Advisors International, Inc. Will Offer Free Success Training to All Real Estate Agents
Realty Advisors International, Inc. (“Realty Advisors”). Mr. Mike Husson, Internationally Known Author, Speaker and motivational Personal/Corporate trainer will be the featured guest at the “Explode Your Income Super Tuesday Event” sponsored by Realty Advisors. This event... - April 09, 2009 - Realty Advisors International
McArthur Homes Wins GuildQuality’s 2009 Guildmaster Award
McArthur Homes, a leading home builder in Utah, announced today that the company has been awarded a 2009 Guildmaster Award for exceptional customer satisfaction. McArthur Homes was one of 95 homebuilders, contractors, developers, and home services companies throughout North America recognized for their superlative performance. - April 09, 2009 - McArthur Homes
Eco G Painters, a San Diego Painting Contractor Helping Coordinate Your Color Scheme
San Diego painting contractor, Eco G Painters, provides interactive color selector online. - April 09, 2009 - Eco G Painters
Easy to Use IDX Tools Simplify the Online Real Estate Search Process for Grant Munroe’s Clients
Customizable IDX Broker software creates a simple and efficient way for home seekers to search for properties on the web. - April 09, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Custom Home Builder G.J. Gardner Joins Forces with Top Selling Colorado Springs New Home Realtor to Benefit Entry-Level First Time Home Buyers
Brook Swientisky, Colorado/Wyoming Master Franchisor for G.J. Gardner Homes believes there has never been a better time to build a new home because of an unprecedented alignment of historically low interest rates, low building material costs and the $8,000.00 First Time Home Buyer’s Tax Credit. G.J. Gardner has allied with New Home Associates of Colorado to promote this incredible opportunity for entry-level new home buyers. - April 08, 2009 - G.J. Gardner Homes, Colorado/Wyoming
York Maine Real Estate Agency Grows Website Traffic by 130% and Twitters on Positive Real Estate News
Anne Erwin Sotheby’s International Realty, a real estate agency in York, Maine, recently reported website traffic growth of over 130%. This report follows the launch of the company’s new website, www.anneerwin.com, the establishment of a positive real estate news twitter, and the... - April 08, 2009 - Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty
Are You Prepared for Tax-Free Investing? Roth IRA Changes Coming in 2010 Make it Possible
Are you one of the thousands of investors who thought you would never qualify for a Roth IRA? Have you been shut out of one of the most powerful wealth building tools because your income was too high? Well that is about to change. - April 08, 2009 - Equity Trust Company
Habitat Starts Building in Hamlet for Herbin family
On Saturday, April 11th, Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills starts building a home for Marilyn Herbin and her family. This is one of two homes planned for the 2009 calendar year. Build days will be Saturdays only, a twelve week build schedule total, to accommodate more volunteers. Marilyn... - April 08, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
IDX Broker’s Innovative Formatting and Intricate Design Sets Realtor Patricia Taylor's Website Above Her Competition
Custom IDX software speeds up the online property search, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time and hassle. - April 08, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Independence Station Seeks “Green” 21st Century Pioneers
Independence Station, the Oregon development slated to become the World’s Greenest Building when it opens in 2010, is now accepting priority pre-reservations for the 15 condominium-style homes included in the mixed-use development. - April 08, 2009 - Independence Station
Lancaster PA Real Estate News - Century 21 Fagan & Associates Join Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Century 21 Fagan & Associates announced today that they have merged with Coldwell Banker Select Professionals of Lancaster, PA effective immediately. All operations will move to Coldwell Banker Select Professionals’ Lancaster office at 1000 North Prince Street in Lancaster City,... - April 08, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Total Mortgage Offers DU Refi Plus(TM) to Streamline Mortgage Refinancing for Homeowners
Recently released, DU Refi PlusTM is expected to reignite the housing industry by loosening underwriting guidelines and allowing LTVs up to 105%. By offering DU Refi PlusTM, Total Mortgage Services recognizes that the combination of reduced documentation requirements, decreased credit score acceptability and historically low interest rates have created the perfect opportunity to benefit hard-working homeowners who continually pay their mortgages on time. - April 06, 2009 - Total Mortgage
MDAdvantage Appoints Raymond H. Bateman to Board of Directors
Patricia A. Costante, Chairman and CEO of MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey, a leading provider of medical professional liability insurance in New Jersey, today announced the appointment of Raymond H. Bateman to its Board of Directors. “Mr. Bateman comes to the MDAdvantage Board... - April 06, 2009 - MDAdvantage Insurance Company of New Jersey
A Unique IDX Solution Simplifies the Online Property Search for Realtor Tom Randall’s Clients
Easy-to-use IDX tools speed up the real estate search, saving agents and brokers, and their clients time and hassle. - April 05, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Get Mobile Real Estate Info on Any Home from Anywhere at Any Time, Long Realty Launches New Mobile Phone-Friendly Realty Website
A recent survey conducted by the Pew Internet Project indicates that 62 percent of Americans now use a mobile phone or PDA for non-voice data related applications, or logged onto the internet away from home or work using such a device. When asked how hard it would be to give up a specific... - April 05, 2009 - Long Realty
CB Howard Perry and Walston and the HPW Foundation Receive the National Golden Hammer Award
Meredith Morgan, president of the HPW Foundation (www.hpw.com), Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston’s nonprofit organization that supports local charities, has announced that that the firm has received the 2009 Coldwell Banker Golden Hammer Centennial Society Award. This national award... - April 05, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Danielle Boling Wins 2009 McSam Realtor® of the Year Award
Danielle Boling of Network Real Estate Partners was awarded the prestigious McSam Award for Realtor® of the Year by the HBA of Greater Dallas. “I would not be standing here tonight it weren’t for the incredible talent and determination of my team members. When I opened the... - April 05, 2009 - Network Real Estate Partners