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Sandee Bozzuto with Coldwell Banker Chooses a Custom IDX Solution for Her Real Estate Website
IDX Broker provides easy-to-use custom tools to save both realtors and consumers time searching for real estate. - October 15, 2008 - IDX, Inc.
Flood Insurance - Necessity or Commodity? Statistics Show That U.S. Hurricane Landfall Sparks Awareness
Thirty-two percent of survey respondents claim that flood insurance is “unnecessary”- while statistics show that the demand for flood insurance fluctuates with the occurrence of major U.S. hurricanes. - October 15, 2008 - Home Insurance.com
IBA Continues Growth in Pacific Northwest with 1200 Madison Contract
IBA Consultants is one of the World's leading building envelope experts with a growing Seattle office location. - October 15, 2008 - IBA Consultants
Sarasota Real Estate Firm Promotes Sarasota on German Television
Charity & Weiss International Realty LLC, Gabriele Charity and Ruediger Weiss, both German speaking Brokers, have been recently approached by different German Television Stations. The topic of the televised interviews has been the real estate market in Florida and especially in the Sarasota... - October 14, 2008 - Charity & Weiss International Realty LLC
New Commercial Hard Money Training DVD
Commercial Finance Advisors is excited to announce it has just added a commercial hard money training DVD to its commercial mortgage broker Store. As the credit crisis deepens, hard money loans will continue to thrive. Many borrowers that would normally fit conventional financing standards now find... - October 14, 2008 - Commercial Finance Advisors
James Cotoia Residential Manager and GT Properties Explains "How Landscaping Will Improve the Value of Your Home"
James Cotoia has been a full time full service Realtor since 1991. He has helped a multitude of homeowners using different techniques to get top dollar for their homes. James has an Associates Degree in Real Estate and is a Graduate of the Realtor Institute. James is a member of the Northern RI Chamber of Commerce and part of the Executive of Success Club. A 1998 study conducted by the University of Florida reveals that attractive landscaping makes a home sell faster. - October 14, 2008 - GT Properties
ListingVUE.com Now Offers Real Estate Yard Signs
Offering exposure, aside from an internet listing, on your own front yard provides the necessary awareness for a property to get sold. - October 14, 2008 - ListingVUE, LLC
Assist-2-Sell Founders Honored as Real Estate’s Most Influential Leaders
Inman News recently included Mary LaMeres-Pomin and Lyle Martin, co-founders and co-chief executives of Assist-2-Sell Inc., in its annual list of the “100 Most Influential Real Estate Leaders.” - October 13, 2008 - Assist-2-Sell
Jeff Benton Homes Releases Quality Assurance Program Results
Jeff Benton Homes (JBH), Incorporated, announced the year-to-date results of the builder’s internal Quality Assurance Program. Constructing a home is a large task and Jeff Benton Homes is proud of the attention to detail that is made throughout the building process. Each stage of the building... - October 13, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Elizabeth Bublitz, Author and Creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, is a Featured Writer and Author at Colorado Gardening
Elizabeth Bublitz, author and creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, is a featured writer and author at Colorado Gardening. Colorado Gardening is selling Bublitz' new book, "Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," and featured Bublitz on a monthly basis sharing tips on how to create pet friendly yards. - October 13, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Pawfriendly Landscapes Offers Installations for Pet Friendly Landscapes in Wyoming
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner of Pawfriendly Landscapes, announced that she wants to start doing installations in Wyoming after a positive response to her book signing at a Barnes & Noble in Cheyenne. - October 13, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
As Congress Launches Hope for Homeowners, Deerfield Beach and Freedom Debt Management Get Aggressive About Saving Their Community
The effects of foreclosures on a community can be devastating. Foreclosed properties often become abandoned homes which are used for crime and ultimately reduce property values. “Foreclosure is a serious problem in our community. We must address the problem head on” says Sylvia Poitier,... - October 12, 2008 - Freedom Debt Management, Inc.
Thomas W. Hughes Named to Impact 24 List
Thomas W. Hughes, AIA, principal and chief marketing officer at SfL+a Architects (www.sfla.biz), has been selected as one of the Architect/Engineer Impact 24 leaders by Business Leader magazine. The Impact 24 award recognizes outstanding achievement and contributions to the Triangle business... - October 12, 2008 - SFL + A Architects
Maile Build Remodel & Design Unveils New Website, Online Television Series
Husbands and homespun handymen everywhere will rejoice at the features on Greater Cincinnati contractor Maile Build Remodel & Design’s new website. Created by Newport integrated marketing firm Eisen Management Group, the new site is located at www.mailebuild.com and features new... - October 12, 2008 - Maile Build, Remodel & Design
Peters Township Real Estate Team Rolls the Dice for Easter Seals of Western Pennsylvania
Washington County Real Estate Broker Sponsors Easter Seals Casino Night at Valley Brook Country Club. - October 12, 2008 - The Jim Dolanch Team
Market Square at Unicorn Lake in Denton, Texas, Hires KW Commercial to Lease 190,000 of Retail and Office Space
KW Commercial, a division of Keller Williams Ralty, Inc. announced today that it has been hired as the leasing agent for Market Square at Unicorn Lake, an upscale 136-acre retail development in Denton, Texas. KW Commercial - Dallas Metro North will be responsible for leasing 190,000 SF of retail and office space for Shelton Development. Many businesses have already acquired locations within the development including Cinemark 14 Theaters, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Spring Creek Barbeque. - October 11, 2008 - KW Commercial - Dallas Metro North
Velux Solar Water Heating Technology Comes to Central PA
Conservation Concepts, Inc. is proud to announce that they have been chosen by VELUX America to be the Central PA dealer for their solar thermal water heating systems. Velux is the largest worldwide manufacturer of Solar Water Heaters. With the high cost of energy ranking as a top concern among... - October 11, 2008 - Conservation Concepts, Inc.
Raleigh Architect to Address International Expo
Frank Harmon, FAIA, principal of the award-winning Frank Harmon Architect in Raleigh, NC, will present a seminar entitled “Building Greener, Smarter, Sustainable Structures” during the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) Expo to be held in Charlotte, NC, October 21-23 at... - October 11, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Maravilla Scottsdale Exceeds Deposit Expectations by 30%
Despite the economy and typical shift in seasonal senior residents, Maravilla Scottsdale has exceeded early deposit projections by nearly 30 percent. In response to the unprecedented high demand, the community has now begun the site selection process of its Phase One residences featuring casitas... - October 11, 2008 - Maravilla Scottsdale
Kele Enhances Online Ordering Experience for customers
Kele, Inc., the leading supplier of building automation and physical security products, announces three major enhancements designed to make it easier for customers to find the products they need. First, due to unprecedented growth in business conducted through www.kele.com, Kele has doubled the... - October 11, 2008 - Kele, Inc.
Jennifer Amster Named Impact 24 Architect
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, p.a. (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Jennifer Amster, partner and director of higher education projects at BJAC, has been named one of the Engineer/Architect Impact 24... - October 11, 2008 - BJAC
Real Estate Market Dictates New Investing Strategies
Flipping Homes May be Replaced with Long Term Fundamental Investing. - October 11, 2008 - Get Real REI
Foreclosure Market Can be Way in for New Investors
The Recent Flood of Foreclosures has Caused Chaos in the Real Estate Market but Opportunities for Many New Investors. - October 11, 2008 - Get Real REI
Impact Properties Group Wins Three STARs Awards
Colen Davidson, managing partner for Impact Properties Group, LLC (www.impactpropertiesgroup.com), has announced that the development firm won three awards at the N.C. Homebuilders Association’s annual STARs awards banquet held at the Westin Hotel in Charlotte. Impact Properties Group was... - October 11, 2008 - Impact Properties Group
Biggest and Most Luxurious Project on the Montenegrin Coast Announced
Colliers International is exclusive consultant for Royal Montenegro Grand Resort. - October 11, 2008 - Colliers International Southeast Europe
Company Issues Urgent Letter to Henry Paulson Regarding California Housing Crisis
Renttoday.us issued an urgent letter to US Treasurer Henry Paulson asking to have the Southern California housing crisis addressed. The letter found on the company's website cites that the recent crash on Wall Street is keeping displaced homeowners in the shadow of financial crisis. - October 10, 2008 - West Coast Property Specialists, Inc
3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film
EPD is now a 3M-authorized distributor of 3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film. - October 10, 2008 - Energy Products Distribution
Mitch Levinson Elected to the Institute of Residential Marketing’s Board of Trustees
The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Institute of Residential Marketing (IRM) announced this week the election of Mitch Levinson, MIRM, CSP, MBA to the IRM Board of Trustees. Elected to the Board for a three-year term by his peers, Levinson will provide leadership and guidance on... - October 10, 2008 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Because Timeshares Are Part of the Global Market, Sales and Resales Are on the Rise, Even with the Slowing Economy
Timeshare sales and resales are on the raise and National Vacation Sales and Services are benefiting from the increase. - October 10, 2008 - National Vacation Sales and Services
Exciting New Developments for Ground Probing Radar
As a firm on the forefront of ground probing radar (GPR) technology, industry leader Subtechnics has recently appointed Jonathan Wainwright to the team as Software Development Manager to further enhance their innovative radar data translation software, RDXPro. RDXPro was originally borne from a... - October 10, 2008 - Subtechnics Ltd
Linford Unveils New-Look Craft Division at Interbuild
Linford Group will launch its new Linford Specialists Works division, one of the UK’s largest and most comprehensive traditional crafts services, at Interbuild in October. Linford Specialist Works (LSW) will be part of the new Restoration and Conservation area at Interbuild, a new feature... - October 10, 2008 - Linford-Bridgeman
The Building Studio Architects Earns First LEED® Certification for a Private Home in New York City
The Building Studio, one of New York’s boutique architectural firms, is pleased to announce it has completed New York City’s first LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Neighborhood Development) certification for a private single-family home. The Rauch residence,... - October 09, 2008 - The Building Studio, LLP
Hardin Construction Company Sponsors International Affairs Council Citizen of the World Event
Tom Booth, vice president and general manager of Hardin Construction Company, LLC (www.hardinconstruction.com), has announced that the firm will serve as a Diplomat sponsor for the International Affairs Council 2008 Citizen of the World Award Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 6-9 p.m. at Brier Creek... - October 09, 2008 - Hardin Construction Company
Friends of Sandhills Habitat RVers Blitz Build Chriscoe Home
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills has a special crew working on house #162, the home of Justin and Janet Chriscoe. For the past 9 years, Friends of Habitat RVers, 11 couples from all over the United States and Canada, have come to the Sandhills to build homes. Leaving their RVs at the... - October 09, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
DAVACO Hosts CEO Breakfast for Dallas Chamber of Commerce's Young Professionals. CEO Rick Davis to Discuss Business and Leadership.
DAVACO, Inc., (www.davacoinc.com) the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that Rick Davis, CEO, has been selected to host the Dallas Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals “CEO Series.” Scheduled for October 23, 2008, 8:00 am, at the DAVACO offices,... - October 09, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO Retail Services Supports Higher Education. Awards Four Scholarships to Employees’ Children.
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company recently awarded educational scholarships to four students. DAVACO’s annual scholarship program, which was established in 2007, is designed to recognize and reward children and... - October 09, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
3M Window Film & LEED Sustainable Design
LEED Credits can be earned through the installation of 3M window film products. - October 09, 2008 - Energy Products Distribution
Hill & Co. Real Estate Promotes Properties with Video
Hill & Co. Real Estate has engaged with a local videographer to produce videos promoting its properties and agents. The videos are then posted on the Hill & Co. Web site, on individual agent Web sites and on Web sites built exclusively to promote specific properties. Emails with links to these pages can also be sent to interested parties. - October 09, 2008 - Hill & Co. Real Estate
Cranford NJ Realtor Receives Certified Distressed Property Expert Designation, Helping Families Avoid Foreclosure
Sean Carroll, sales associate and team leader of "Team Carroll" at RE/MAX Classic Group has completed the rigorous training program and has received the designation of "Certified Distressed Property Expert" (CDPE) To help families avoid foreclosure. The training is a 21+ hour... - October 09, 2008 - Sean Carroll - Team Carroll of RE/MAX Classic Group
"Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk" Selects on Site Energy Co., Inc. to Supply Power Along the Heroic Path That Firefighter Stephen Siller Took on 9/11
On Site Energy Co., Inc. was selected to supply power along the path for the thousands who attend the annual “Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk” event in honor of Firefighter Stephen Siller, his 342 FDNY brothers, and all those lost on 9/11. - October 08, 2008 - On Site Energy
Turnberry Homes Eases Williamson County Traffic with Road Improvements
Turnberry Homes is improving traffic safety and reducing congestion in Williamson County with a road widening project on Wilson Pike. - October 08, 2008 - Turnberry Homes
Setzer Inks Two New Contracts
Setzer Design Group, one of the world’s premiere yacht designers, has signed contracts with two new clients for two very different vessels. A well-known boat builder in the sport fishing industry has asked Setzer to design a 92-foot/28-meter semi-custom sport fishing vessel that will embody... - October 08, 2008 - Setzer Design Group
Habitat Needs Volunteers for Electrical Crew
Interested in learning about electrical components and how a house is wired? Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills is looking for people of all skill levels. Even if plugging in the television is the extent of your electrical experience, Habitat will train you. Now is the chance to become a... - October 08, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Save to Win Contest Offers Homeowners a New Way to Save... and Win
Save to Win Contest offers homeowners a new way to save. HomeInsurance.com has recently announced the kick-off of their Save to Win Contest which offers homeowners the chance to save on home insurance and win a $250 Lowes Home Improvement gift card. Save to Win contestants work with... - October 08, 2008 - Home Insurance.com
Los Angeles Foreclosures Triple; Two-Year Highs in New York City and Seattle. Q3 Foreclosure Report Issued by PropertyShark.com
PropertyShark.com released its quarterly report covering first-time residential foreclosures in Los Angeles, Miami, Seattle and New York City for the third quarter of 2008. Los Angeles Foreclosures Triple and reach two-year highs in New York City and Seattle. - October 07, 2008 - PropertyShark.com
Carla Bonten Realty, Inc. Showcases Southwest Florida’s Sunshine Riviera to Asian Buyers
“With the American dollar weaker today compared to a lot of other currencies, many foreign investors are looking at Southwest Florida’s real estate market as a great opportunity to invest here while they can still buy at a deep discount. Southwest Florida remains one of the most popular real estate markets for foreign national buyers. Right now, we are seeing a heightened interest from buyers and vacationers in the Asian Region, especially China,” says Carla Bonten. - October 07, 2008 - Carla Bonten Realty
Stone Pride International to Release New Marble Medallions in Surface 2009
Stone Pride announced that it will release newly designed marble medallions in Surfaces Show on Feb. 3, 2009, in Las Vegas. The new medallions are made of premier European marbles and onyx. - October 07, 2008 - Stone Pride International Corp.
IBA Consultants Launches San Francisco Office to Serve Growing Northern California Market
IBA Consultants, one of country’s foremost building envelope consulting firms, announces the opening of its San Francisco office. This marks the eighth regional office for the Boca Raton-based company. “While single-family home construction remains stagnant, high-rise building... - October 06, 2008 - IBA Consultants
3M DI-NOC Automotive Finishes by Interior Design Solutions
3M has just re-introduced DI-NOC Automotive Finishes with a new adhesive system - Comply. DI-NOC is distributed exclusively through Interior Design Solutions. - October 06, 2008 - Interior Design Solutions
Nash Construction Builds First EarthCraft™ Certified Green Home in Fauquier County
Nash Construction is proud to announce that it has completed construction on a home in Delaplane, Virginia that is the first home in Fauquier County to receive green building certification from EarthCraft. EarthCraft provides a certification process for single family and multifamily projects and... - October 06, 2008 - Nash Construction, Inc.