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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s James Madison Finishes 2008 as Top Selling Agent in Sonoma County and Company’s No. 2 Agent in Northern California
Bank-owned property specialist also ranked No. 2 nationally for number of home sales. - March 09, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Metropolitan Realty Associates Offering Newly Renovated, Garden Style Co-Op Apartments in Oakdale
Metropolitan Realty Associates LLC is offering 51 newly renovated, affordable co-op apartments for sale in Oakdale in Suffolk County, NY. - March 09, 2009 - Metropolitan Realty Associates LLC
A Custom IDX Solution Gives Gail Pruette’s Real Estate Website an Advantage Over Her Competition
IDX Broker saves realtors and their clients time by providing an easy-to-use search function for their websites. - March 08, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
BJAC Named Fifth Largest Architect Firm in the Triangle
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm that offers professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that the firm has been named the fifth largest architect firm in the Triangle by Triangle Business... - March 08, 2009 - BJAC
Skylift Complete Ruthmann Purchase
Nationwide Platforms’ vehicle mount division, Skylift, has completed a deal to purchase two 58 metre truck mounted aerial platforms. The first of the two T580 Ruthmann Steigers was delivered to Skylift’s Manchester branch towards the end of February, whilst the second machine will be... - March 08, 2009 - Nationwide Platforms
New Tax Law Changes Can Help Taxpayers Save Money Jackson Hewitt – Four Corners Highlights Changes That May Spell Tax Time Savings for Maryland Taxpayers
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® - Four Corners office encourages taxpayers to find out how these new tax credits and deductions can help lower their individual tax liability and possibly put more money back in their pockets this tax season. - March 08, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Consolidated Forestry Announces Reduced Profit for 2008
Consolidated Forestry Industries Inc CEO Ken Curtis remained upbeat despite his company posting a net profit of just C$16,855,150 for the financial year ending December 31, 2008. The company posted a profit of C$248,036,272 for the previous year. Curtis expressed confidence that the worst was... - March 08, 2009 - Consolidated Forestry Industries Inc
Eco-modernism Lessens the Biggest Pain of Kitchen Renovation: The Wait
The biggest source of pain during a kitchen remodel is being without a functioning kitchen. So Raleigh based Eco-modernism has introduced the Ecomod Extreme Kitchen Makeover Package, which guarantees a completed kitchen renovation in 2 weeks. - March 07, 2009 - Eco-modernism
In Oregon, Independence Station is on Track to be the World’s Greenest Building
In the pioneer town of Independence, OR, Independence Station is on track to become the World’s Greenest Building with the highest LEED® rating ever awarded for new construction. The 40 percent complete, 57,000-square-foot mixed-use structure by Aldeia, LLC will house offices, retail... - March 07, 2009 - Independence Station
CGT Systems, Inc. Receives 2008 Best of Concord Award
CGT Systems, Inc. has been selected for the 2008 Best of Concord Award in the Security Control Equipment & Systems category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). - March 07, 2009 - CGT SYSTEMS, INC.
Royal Oaks Building Group Begins Development for Whetstone West
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has started new construction at Whetstone West, a single-family home community development located in Angier, N.C. Five inventory homes are currently available for sale in Whetstone West, and pre-sale opportunities... - March 07, 2009 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
The Swinden Group Advises Clients and Travelers in Queensland Australia of Approaching Tropical Cyclone Hamish
Torrential rains are expected along Queensland’s North Tropical Coast. - March 07, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC
Local Company Makes Home Improvement Still Feasible Despite Difficult Economic Times
CertaPro Painters of Southern NH in association with EnerBank USA offers consumers a new payment program. - March 07, 2009 - CertaPro Painters of Southern NH
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Pioneers New Coldwell Banker Connect Phone Technology
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Utah’s leading provider of real estate services, announced today that it is pioneering a new marketing platform that delivers property information—text descriptions, photos and video—instantly to a consumer’s cell phone or mobile device. - March 07, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Denver Area Kitchen Tune-Up Wins Kitchen of the Year Award from National Manufacturer
The Highlands Ranch location of Kitchen Tune-Up, the leading kitchen and bath remodeling franchise, has won the Kitchen of the Year contest from a national partner custom cabinet manufacturer. Owned by the Liberatore family; Dan, Noah and Christian, the business has been operating locally since... - March 07, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Holiday Home Listings Help Holiday Property Owners Create Extra Income Advertising Holiday Rental Property
Ever wondered how to cash in when money is tight and property is not selling? Holiday home or investment property won't sell? Living abroad and feeling the pinch? - March 06, 2009 - Holidayhomelistings ltd
Jackson Hewitt® Four Corners Offers Insight on Itemizing Deductions on 2008 Tax Returns
To ensure consumers get the most out of their tax return this tax season, The Jackson Hewitt - Four Corners office, offers advice on determining when to itemize deductions. “Itemizing on a tax return is not just for homeowners seeking to deduct mortgage interest and property taxes,”... - March 06, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Check Your Smoke Detectors Semi-Annually
The Family Craftsman, your local Handyman and Maintenance Services company, has announced a free program for senior citizens in Macomb County to have their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors tested for proper operation. - March 06, 2009 - The Family Craftsman
CGT Systems, Inc. Named to Nation’s Top Business List for 2009
In recognition of the economic power of privately held businesses, DiversityBusiness.com, the nations’ leading business-to-business internet site, recently named CGT Systems, Inc. as one of the top 500 emerging businesses in the United States. This is the 9th annual listing of the... - March 06, 2009 - CGT SYSTEMS, INC.
Making Rain Harvesting Beautiful
Delightful Watergardens uses rainwater harvesting and a water feature for the RainXchange system. - March 06, 2009 - Delightful Watergardens
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service – Four Corners Urges Taxpayers to be Aware of Commonly Overlooked Deductions
In this economy, every dollar counts. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® - Four Corners office urges taxpayers to be aware of the most commonly overlooked deductions that may help increase their refund or keep more money in their pockets this tax season. “One way to help maximize your dollars... - March 06, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
It's Never Made More Sense to Own Property in Cost Rica. CR Communities Announces "Pacific Views"
With the worldwide financial crisis, there has never been a better time to own property in Costa Rica. This stable, democratic country offers a terrific climate, low cost of living, and great properties at prices you can afford. - March 06, 2009 - CR Communities, S.A.
Surface Consulting Selected for Exterior Finish Design of Prestigious Model Home at Mediterra
Christopher O’Guin, President of Surface Consulting, Inc., is pleased to announce that his company has been selected to assist in the completion of a custom estate model home for BCB Homes. The luxury model Montelena is located at Marchello in the prestigious gated community of Mediterra in... - March 06, 2009 - Surface Consulting
Interest Rates at Their Lowest in 40 Years
In an effort to stimulate the economy, the Fed has lowered the prime rate to the banks that has not been seen in over 40 years. What does that mean for Main Street? It means it is time to consider refinancing your current mortgage, consolidate your 1st and 2nd mortgage, purchase that rental... - March 06, 2009 - Vantage Mortage
Kuiken Brothers Hosts Installation Clinic for Its Customers
Some 120 builders, remodelers and architects gathered on March 2nd for a “Frame to Finish Carpentry Clinic” at Kuiken Brothers Midland Park millwork warehouse. Despite the ordinary setting, the content was excellent and builders were able to walk away with valuable time saving... - March 06, 2009 - Kuiken Brothers Company, Inc
IDX Broker Gives Realtor Amy Lassen the Tools to Create a Unique Branding Throughout Her Real Estate Website
An easy-to-use and efficient search function, speeds of the online real estate search, saving realtors and their clients time. - March 06, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
3M Company Provides Value Engineering for Buildings
3M Company has introduced new products to help the architectural community value engineer commercial buildings. In today's economic environment, building owners are seeking the input of architects to reduce costs in ongoing building projects. 3M Company has recently introduced DI-NOC Architectural... - March 06, 2009 - Energy Products Distribution
Lightswitch Architectural Provides Solid Insights at US Department of Energy Meeting
Lightswitch Architectural Principal, Avraham Mor, presents SSL facts and a call to press on with research at “Transformations in Lighting," a solid-state lighting workshop, hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on February 3-5, 2009 in San Francisco, CA. - March 06, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
CBA (Commercial Brokers Association) Debuts Certified Green Broker Education Course
CBA (Commercial Brokers Association), in partnership with the Cascadia Region Green Building Council, has launched an online Certified Green Broker education program designed for commercial real estate industry professionals. The program’s objective is to train brokers to adequately counsel clients on sustainability business practices. The course is available online and can be accessed from any computer via the Internet at any time day or night. - March 05, 2009 - Commercial Brokers Association
Top 5 Reasons to Consider Belize Retirement
5 reasons to consider Belize retirement. Find out why more and more people are considering this paradise location for retirement. - March 05, 2009 - Sol Property Group
The Thornton Lions Club is Proud to Announce a Star Wars Extravaganza
Redhead Properties, working as a volunteer with The Thornton Lions Club, is assisting with the fundraising efforst in order to allow the Lions Club to provide greater services to the citizens of Adams County, Colorado. Don Frisque has graciously donated his collection of Star Wars memorabilia for this rare event. - March 05, 2009 - Redhead Properties, LLC
Jackson Hewitt® Four Corners Celebrates Tradespersons, Maintenance, Construction and Union Workers with Occupation-Related Tax Savings from February 25 Through March 8
The Jackson Hewitt - Four Corners office, celebrates laborers, maintenance and construction workers today through Sunday, March 8, 2009, when participating Jackson Hewitt locations will offer mechanics, welders, electricians, plumbers, truck / bus drivers, maintenance, construction, Union workers... - March 05, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Messer Construction Co. Deepens Health Care Expertise with Zipperer-Davis
Messer Construction Co. has significantly enhanced its expertise and position of influence in the health care industry with the addition of Pamela Zipperer-Davis as Health Care Director. Zipperer-Davis brings 20 years of experience to the position, where she will provide strategic counsel within... - March 05, 2009 - Messer Construction Co.
IDX Broker’s Unique Features and Customized Searches Sets Realtor Jodie Uhl’s Website Apart from Her Competitors
Easy-to-use IDX search tools speed up the online real estate process, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time. - March 05, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Landscape Firm Congratulates New Technician
M & I Landscapes proudly congratulates Nicole L. Ranney for her recent accomplishment of achieving the Ohio Certified Nursery Technician-Garden Center certification. This honor is in addition to her recent certification as an Ohio Certified Nursery Technician-Landscape. Nicole is currently... - March 05, 2009 - M & I Landscapes
Kathy Beacham Joins Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Eb Moore, CEO of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston (www.hpw.com), has announced that Kathy Beacham has joined the firm as a broker associate. With more than 11 years of experience in the real estate industry, Beacham is a member of the Certified Relocation Specialist (CRS) professional... - March 05, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Advance Kiosk System to Get Any Information Just at a Finger Touch
HashKiosk.com, an interactive kiosk manufacturer and software development company that distributes multimedia kiosks, has introduced kiosk systems suited for the Indian environment. These kiosks are customizable to meet specific client requirements. - March 05, 2009 - HashKiosk
Prescott-Area-Foreclosures.com Launches to Serve Buyers and Sellers of Prescott and Prescott Valley Foreclosures
Patrick Schutte, Chief Blogging Officer and Certified Foreclosure Specialist, announced a new site, www.Prescott-Area-Foreclosures.com.com, to focus on the needs of buyers and sellers of REO/bank-owned and short sales properties in the Quad-Cities area of Northern Arizona including Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, and Dewey-Humboldt. - March 04, 2009 - PrescottREOS.com
Real-Time ARINC429 Card Ready for Production
Cosateq is presenting the new PCI-interface card for the ARINC429 Bus. - March 04, 2009 - Cosateq GmbH & Co. KG
A Custom IDX Solution Assists Ed Gongola in Fulfilling His Goal of Bringing Sellers and Buyers Together
IDX Broker software speeds up the online real estate search, saving realtors and consumers time. - March 04, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Peachtree Residential Announces Tillman Hall
Peachtree Residential Properties, a luxury builder in Atlanta, is pleased to announce the opening of Tillman Hall, offering the company’s newest luxury homes in the highly sought-after Peachtree Corners area of Gwinnett County. Homeowners will experience the privacy of an exclusive, gated community with elegant homes near a selection of metro Atlanta's best schools. - March 04, 2009 - Peachtree Residential
Keller Williams Realty Climbs to Third-Largest Real Estate Franchise in United States
Company outpaces market with financial model, agent-centric initiatives. - March 04, 2009 - Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
Conserving Water = Conserving Dollars with American Leak Detection
American Leak Detection in Dallas/Fort Worth Helps Consumers Save Money - March 04, 2009 - American Leak Detection
Highland Homes Opens Two Model Homes at Their Lake County Community Whitemarsh
Highland Homes has recently opened their two brand new furnished models in their newest community, Whitemarsh. Located in Leesburg, this is the first community for Highland Homes in the Lake County area. With all the success this builder has obtained in Polk County, moving into Lake County was a... - March 04, 2009 - Highland Homes
New England Hardscpes Sees Increased Demand in Outdoor Living in 2009
New England Hardscapes is seeing an increase in spending on outdoor living areas for home and family enjoyment. Company President Rich Capachione says "We have seen a marked increase in the demand for backyard patios, terraces and pool decks over the first two months of 2009." New England Hardscapes conducted a survey of potential clients and nearly 75% of the interest relates to the fact people are cutting back, they are not traveling and will be spending more time at home in 2009. - March 04, 2009 - New England Hardscapes, Inc.
Duke's "Green" Conservation Center Wins Wood Design Award
Raleigh architect Frank Harmon, FAIA, uses wood construction and application for the university's first LEED Gold structure. - March 04, 2009 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Balfour Beatty Construction Awarded $293 Million Jail Expansion Project
Balfour Beatty Construction announced today the award of the Mecklenburg County Jail expansion project in Charlotte, North Carolina. The award comes through a joint venture team composed of Balfour Beatty Construction, Rodgers Builders, Trotter Development Group, and Lockman-Brooks Marketing... - March 02, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Steven Burns Elevated to the AIA College of Fellows
Steven Burns, FAIA, President and CEO of Orange Loft, LLC, developers of ArchiOffice and EngineerOffice software is one of 112 architects who have been elevated to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) prestigious College of Fellows. This honor is awarded to members who have made a significant... - March 02, 2009 - Orange Loft, LLC
Redlands Mesa Golf Community Earns Top Rankings - Again
Having received numerous awards, Redlands Mesa Golf Community is a nationally recognized, premier golf community. Travel and Leisure Golf magazine recognizes them once again as one of the best places to live in the country. - March 02, 2009 - Redlands Mesa Golf Community
Kitchen Tune-Up Vice President Earns Title of Certified Franchise Executive
Heidi Morrissey, vice president of sales and marketing for Kitchen Tune-Up franchise system, has earned the CFE (Certified Franchise Executive) designation. Morrissey received the title during the International Franchise Association’s 49th annual convention, February 16th in San Diego. A... - March 02, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up