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New Ideation • Innovation • Implementation Firm Opens in High Point
Alpha World Corporation's Ideation • Innovation • Implementation strengths help organizations expand, turnaround or completely reinvent themselves in today’s challenging economic climate. - February 15, 2009 - Alpha World Corporation
Timeshare Resale Offers to Purchase Way Up This Year Says Stroman Realty
Even in a tough market like this, Stroman, as a licensed timeshare resale broker, strives to maintain the highest price possible for its sellers and still manages a very good value for its buyers. Stroman has resold and closed over $100,000,000 in timeshare resales for individual timeshare owners and is the world’s largest licensed timeshare reseller network. - February 15, 2009 - Stroman Realty Inc
Judy Smith Creates a Custom Property Search Experience for Her Clients with IDX Broker Software
A custom IDX solution saves both realtors and their clients time by speeding up and simplifying the online real estate search. - February 15, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals Announces January 2009 Top Teams & Sales Associates
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals announced the top listing and sales individuals & teams for January 2009 this week. Top Listing Agent: Tricia Como Tricia is a top agent with the Hershey PA real estate office and serves all of Dauphin, Lebanon and Lancaster Counties. Learn more about... - February 15, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Bowen Family Homes to Host Free Homebuyer Seminar
Homebuyer seminar, entitled Understanding the Power of Credit scores, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009 at the Bowen Family Homes' corporate office in Duluth. - February 15, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
Granite Countertop Atlanta Introduces a Quartz Countertop
Marble Supplier announces the release of Masada Stone in Atlanta and Alpharetta Georgia. - February 15, 2009 - G & L Marble Inc
Unique Raleigh Design & Courier Service Supplies IKEA
IKEA fanatics in central and eastern NC will have a Raleigh connection to IKEA Charlotte through Eco-modernism, a Raleigh based kitchen & bath design company focused on simple, efficient and eco-sensitive design. In addition to designing with IKEA cabinet components, Eco-modernism also provides regular IKEA shopping & delivery services to save multiple car trips. - February 14, 2009 - Eco-modernism
Chattanooga Heated Floors Partners with Speedheat US for Distribution, Sales, and Installation Services
Speedheat US of Atlanta, Georgia announces partnership with Chattanooga Heated Floors to install, resell, and distribute their energy efficient electric radiant floor heating systems in the North Georgia and Chattanooga area. - February 14, 2009 - Chattanooga Heated Floors
First Time in India- Property Search with Interactive Maps
Allsquares.com has launched India's first property search by interactive maps. This service enables a property seeker to search for properties directly on a map. - February 14, 2009 - Allsquares.com
Royal Oaks Building Group Names Builder Sales Representative for Walnut Creek
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com) has announced that Kay McRae has been named the new on-site builder sales agent for Walnut Creek, a residential community located in Raleigh. McRae has more than 20 years of experience in the real estate industry and is an active member of the... - February 14, 2009 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
AIA Detroit and Lawrence Tech Faculty Members LeRoy and Veryser Headline Forum on Sustainable Architecture
Lawrence Tech in Southfield will host the free Feb. 17 event from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. - February 14, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Niche Interiors Democratizes Design
Designer Focuses on Educating Clients, Monthly Newsletter Provides Professional Design Tips, Informational Design Blog, and Free Tip February Special. - February 14, 2009 - Niche Interiors
Weichert Realtors Deva Ossig is Set Apart from Her Competition with the Incorporation of Custom IDX Broker
A custom IDX solution saves realtors and potential home buyers time, by providing a quick and easy way to search for real estate online. - February 14, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Industry Leader EPVREPORTS.COM LLC Adds New Service to Current List of AVM and BPO Services
With real estate investment on the rise, EPVREPORTS.COM LLC demonstrates phenomenal growth in the investment sector of the real estate market. - February 14, 2009 - EPVREPORTS.COM LLC
Solar Tech South to Lead in Local New Energy Economy Solar Installation Company Launches in Partnership with Schüco
Solar Tech South, a premier solar energy installation company, opens this week in Chapel Hill, N.C. The company offers integrated photovoltaic and thermal solar systems for commercial and residential application, completely customized to fit each client's needs. Solar Tech South has partnered with the German company Schüco and is the exclusive installer of the solar energy systems for the Southeast. Schüco's systems are virtually maintenance-free, cost-effective, and aesthetically pleasing. - February 14, 2009 - Solar Tech South
Rowena Macaraeg Named President of RipBang Studios
RipBang Founding Partner Rowena Macaraeg will oversee quality control as the firm’s work becomes increasingly focused on experiential branding and environmental graphics. - February 13, 2009 - RipBang Studios
Poor Economy Means Tough Times for Pool Owners
A Better Pool Company, located in Burlington Ontario, has released a website tutorial designed to help frugal people locate leaks in their own swimming pool without the need for a service professional. The tutorial acts as an interactive and educational leak detection tool for pool owners. - February 13, 2009 - A Better Pool Company
Aspiring Innkeepers Get New Tools to Stay on Top of the Market
Customized RSS feeds and a comprehensive market overview give aspiring innkeepers new ways to plan for and find the property of their dreams. - February 13, 2009 - InnShopper.com
Living Greener in the Lowcountry
Award-winning “green” architect Whitney Powers of Studio A, Inc. in Charleston, South Carolina, offers common sense tips for embracing eco-friendly living in an article in this month’s South Carolina Woman magazine. In her article, entitled “Taking A Turn Towards A... - February 13, 2009 - Studio A Architecture, Inc.
New Green Office Building in Cupertino Ready for Occupancy
Construction on Cupertino Crossing was completed establishing one of the first office buildings in Cupertino built to LEED-silver specifications ready for occupancy. The 102,360 square foot (sf) two-story building was developed by Tantau Investments LLC, a joint venture between principals Ralph Borelli of Borelli Investment Company, John Salera of Freestone Properties, Ron Tate of Tate Diversified Development and Larry Wallerstein of Advantage Real Estate Solutions. - February 13, 2009 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Birdair Tensile Roofing Structure Remains Intact 35 Years Later
University of La Verne Boasts World’s First Permanent Tensioned Membrane Roof. - February 13, 2009 - Birdair, Inc.
Free Marble Medallion Design Service Attracts US Customers
Stone Pride’s Free Marble Medallion Program has attached interests of many US customers. Customers from California to Pennsylvania have taken advantage of the free service and had their medallions designed by Stone Pride. - February 13, 2009 - Stone Pride International Corp.
Polish Media Seek UK "Ekspert" Advice on Branding a Country
During coffee break at a recent Marketing Masterclass UK marketing “ekspert”, Stefan Drew was surprised by a telephone call seeking his advice. The call was from Poland where a reporter wished to interview him about how countries like Poland, Namibia and China can brand... - February 13, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
HomeRun Homes Absorbs the Assets of Equifree
The Powerhouse Rent to Own Website of HomeRun Homes has Absorbed the Assets and Liabilities of Foreclosure Specialist, Equifree, Inc. Effective today. HomeRun Homes has completely absorbed the Assets, Liabilities, Advertising Space, and Material of Equifree, Inc., which gives HomeRun Homes a... - February 13, 2009 - HomeRun Homes
David Halterman Increases Efficiency During the Online Real Estate Search by Integrating Custom IDX Broker
A custom IDX solution saves both real estate professionals and their clients time by providing easy-to-use property search function tools. - February 13, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Gopherhomes.com Announces Launch of New Residential Property Tax Consulting Business for Twin Cities Homeowners
Minneapolis Realtor launches Property Tax Consulting services to Minneapolis and Twin Cities Homeowners that have seen large drops in value to their homes. - February 12, 2009 - Gopherhomes.com
Former Navy SEAL Takes Aim at San Diego Energy Bills
A former Navy SEAL Sniper, Chris Sajnog, is using infrared technology he learned during his 20 years of service to help businesses and homeowners in San Diego, CA lower their utility bills. He recently launched Home Energy Audit Technicians (HEAT) and has some great advice on cost-effective ways to lower your utility bills. - February 12, 2009 - Home Energy Audit Technicians
ForeRunner Sees Opportunity in North American Gas Development
Denver-based ForeRunner Corporation has announced an optimistic growth forecast for 2009. ForeRunner, a diversified project management and engineering firm with 250 employees, is headquartered in Denver, CO with offices in Rifle and Durango. Ranked as one of the top-twenty Best Companies to Work For in Colorado, ForeRunner provides a wide range of professional and field services to oil and gas industry clients across North America. - February 12, 2009 - ForeRunner Corporation
Simmons & White, Inc. Helps Webelos of Cub Scout Pack 714 Earn Their Engineer Activity Pins
West Palm Beach, Florida engineer firm helps local Cub Scout Pack earn their Engineer Activity Pins. - February 12, 2009 - Simmons & White, Inc.
Downers Grove Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Named 2008 National Customer Service Award Winner
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of proprietary surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded Marty Ceranec, longtime Downers Grove, IL franchise owner, with their national Customer Service Award for 2008. The award was presented at the annual convention, January 26th... - February 12, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Kitchen Tune-Up Awards Project of the Year Award to Dania Beach Area Franchise
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of proprietary surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded Gary Stoltz, Dania Beach, FL franchise owner, with the prestigious Project of the Year award. The honor was presented at Kitchen Tune-Up’s annual convention, January... - February 12, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Kitchen Tune-Up’s 2008 Spirit of Success Honor Awarded to Charlotte Business Owners
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of proprietary surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded Tom Taube, Charlotte, NC franchise owner along with his wife Debi, with its Spirit of Success award for 2008. The honor was presented at Kitchen Tune-Up’s annual... - February 12, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Kitchen Tune-Up’s Rookie of the Year Awarded to Knoxville Business Owners
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of proprietary surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded Doug and Leigh Ann Sipos, Knoxville, TN franchise owners, with the honor “Rookie of the Year” award. - February 12, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Trust Deed Investments Are Replacing the Stock Market as Investors Search for Returns
Real estate investors are helping to alleviate the credit crunch through trust deed investments. - February 12, 2009 - Northwest Capital Advisors, Ltd.
Kitchen Tune-Up’s Franny of the Year Awarded to Lynn Haven Business Owners
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of proprietary surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded Tim and Jan McCarty, Lynn Haven, FL franchise owners, with its top honor “Franny of the Year” award. The honor was presented at Kitchen Tune-Up’s annual... - February 12, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
The Saunders Create an Easy to Use Property Search Function on Their Website with the Help of Custom IDX Software
The IDX solution gives the Saunders the resources to manage the look of their website, providing their clients with a truly custom real estate search experience. - February 12, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Castle on the Park, Unusual Home for Sale in San Francisco
The property was extraordinary to begin with. Now, after more than a year of seismic upgrades and extensive remodeling, the former church has been transformed entirely into a stunning home, with enormous windows, hand-painted ceilings, warm hardwood floors and top-of-the-line appliances and... - February 12, 2009 - Hill & Co. Real Estate
Finding a Second Homes in a Private Community Not Always Easy- Private Communities.com
Private Communities Newswire - There's a whole other world of master planned communities that often go unnoticed by even the most savvy second home seeker. Buyers from all over America can miss these opportunities because they often do not appear on public multiple listing service (MLS) databases... - February 12, 2009 - Private Communities Registry
Linford Shortlisted for Contractor of the Year Award
UK building group Linford has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2009 Contractor of the Year award. Linford is one of seven companies competing for the title Contractor of the Year (up to £500m turnover) in Building magazine’s construction industry awards. The judges will be... - February 12, 2009 - Linford Group
Martel Bucks Recession and Ramps Up Production for Same Day Order Shipping
Unlike many companies in the process calibrator industry who are laying people off during this recession and pulling back inventory, Martel has positioned themselves to do the opposite. Their intent is to fill stock with their precision process calibrators, thereby enabling same day shipment on orders. - February 12, 2009 - Martel Electronics
Eastbrook Homes Introduces "Dreams and Designs" Seminars Offering New Home Buyers Access to Top Design Talent and Trends
Eastbrook Homes, a Michigan home and community builder, today announced the new home design seminar series: "Dreams And Designs" offering prospective home buyers free access to top industry design talent and trends. Co-hosted by experts from The Pottery Barn; Homecrest Kitchen Trends; Delta Faucets and Huntington Bank the seminars begin February 26 and will be held at the Eastbrook Homes Design Creation Studio located in Grand Rapids. - February 12, 2009 - Eastbrook Homes, Inc.
Los Angeles Foreclosures Down 49 Percent from December 2008; Miami Foreclosures Increase by 58 Percent and New York City by 64 Percent Says Propertyshark.com Report
In the January 2009 Foreclosure Report by PropertyShark.com, Los Angeles foreclosures were down 49% from December 2008, Miami foreclosures increased by 58%, New York City by 64%, and new scheduled foreclosures in Seattle spiked 300%. - February 11, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
The Ballen Group of Coldwell Banker Las Vegas Real Estate Obtains Short Sale Bank Approval from Countrywide
The Ballen Group of Coldwell Banker Wardley Las Vegas Real Estate has obtained a difficult Las Vegas short sale approval on a local property from Countrywide. - February 11, 2009 - Ballen Group of Coldwell Banker Wardley Real Estate
Frank Harmon Wins Two Custom Home Design Awards
Two houses designed by Frank Harmon Architect PA of Raleigh, NC, have received 2009 Custom Home Design Awards in the “less than 3000 square feet” category. The awards are presented by Custom Home Magazine. The 1800-square-foot Strickland-Ferris house in Raleigh received the coveted... - February 11, 2009 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Improving Pediatric Care Through Medical Device Innovation
The Pediatric Medical Device Institute (PMDI) adds Schultz-Creehan LLC as an official sponsor to facilitate the design and development of high-quality medical devices. - February 11, 2009 - Schultz-Creehan Holdings, Inc.
Lu Ann Donnelly - Willemen Displays MLS Property Listings with the Incorporation of Custom IDX Software
IDX Broker gives both real estate professionals and their clients the tools to make the online real estate search process quick and easy. - February 11, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Studio A Helps SC Medical College Win Preservation Award
This past spring, the 1802 Anderson House in downtown Charleston, once in complete disrepair, was transformed into much-needed office space for the Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Pharmacy. Last month, the Preservation Society of Charleston honored MUSC for its adaptive... - February 11, 2009 - Studio A Architecture, Inc.
Primerica Urges Clients to Get Proper Insurance Protection
In today’s uncertain economic climate, the last thing families need is to be financially vulnerable. Homeowner’s insurance and life insurance are two key areas that many clients overlook or undervalue. Primerica, a financial services industry leader, encourages clients to review their coverage to make sure their homes and income are adequately protected. - February 11, 2009 - Primerica Financial Services
Prudential Homesale Explores the Availability of Financing for Homebuyers
Prudential Homesale recently teamed up with Fox 43’s Better PA to bring current and relevant real estate news to Central Pennsylvania. This partnership rendered a series of interviews between Melanie Gardner, Fox 43 newscaster, and Rod Messick, Prudential Homesale’s Chief Financial... - February 11, 2009 - Prudential Homesale Services Group
Let the Night Transform Your Wrinkles: Skin 2 Skin Care's Anti-Wrinkle Night Recovery
As you dream in your comfortable bed at night you can say goodnight to fine lines and wrinkles with this power packed peptide night cream from Skin 2 Skin™, Anti-Wrinkle Night Recovery. Skin 2 Skin™ is a comprehensive anti-aging collection filled with ingredients that diminish fine... - February 09, 2009 - Skin 2 Skin Care