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Montalbano Homes of Arizona Assists Valley Homeowner Through Rebuilding Together
Montalbano Homes has made an elderly Valley homeowner’s dream come true. The company worked through Rebuilding Together in rehabilitating the home of 78-year-old Margaret Howard in Scottsdale, Arizona. This heart-warming act was a part of the company’s effort to give back to the community by helping the aged and the disabled with their home renovation projects. - July 03, 2008 - Montalbano Homes
Cheval Equestrian Community Sales and Information Center Now Open
The Cheval Sales and Information Center is now open to the public in Mint Hill showcasing Charlotte’s newest Tuscan-inspired equestrian community. The center is open seven days a week, Monday through Friday from 11am to 6pm; Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 1pm to 6pm. Located off... - June 17, 2008 - Marketing Specifics
Kitchen Tune-Up Has Longtime Green Streak – Now Donating Trees in Clients’ Names
Kitchen Tune-Up promotes reducing waste and conserving natural resources by reconditioning or refacing homeowner's cabinets instead of throwing them away. Encouraging these alternative remodeling practices by donating trees on behalf of their clients, Kitchen Tune-Up hopes to call attention to these greener options. - June 15, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Chesapeake Homes North Carolina Participated in Battle of the Builders IV
Paul Luck, division manager of Chesapeake Homes North Carolina (www.ChesHomesNC.com), an outgrowth of Virginia-based L.M. Sandler and Sons, Inc., the largest privately owned real estate developer in the nation, has announced that the company participated in the Home Builders Association of... - June 12, 2008 - Chesapeake Homes North Carolina
Charity Event to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
Monmouth County's premier residential remodeling contractor, Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc. of West Long Branch, New Jersey is proud to announce in conjunction with The FarmHouse on Broadway boutique that they will be hosting a charity event June 21st, 2008. The charity event will be a benefit sale with proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity. - June 03, 2008 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
Julie LaTerra Homes Launches a “Realtor Girl’s Night Out”
Julie LaTerra Homes launched a series of presentations and interactive seminars designed to assist the Charlotte Realtors in growing their business as they learn how they can educate consumers on the most up-to-date trends in custom homebuilding. - May 30, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
A Journey Into Color Trends for 2008
Julie LaTerra Homes, with her “Made From Scratch” ™ approach, launched another very successful event for consumers with her monthly “Girl’s Night Out.” Women had fun and relaxed as they enjoyed various wines, cheese, fresh fruit and hot Hor d’oeuvres and participated in an interactive seminar presented by a Julie LaTerra Homes Interior Designer. This was an inspiring journey into color, fabrics and design as they explored Pantone's 2008 Color Trends. - May 29, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Pangaea Holds Annual General Meeting and Announces Construction is Underway at Its Housing Developments in Kenya and Zambia
Pangaea Development Holdings Limited held its second Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 20 May at the Gaborone Sun Hotel in Botswana. During the meeting, Mr. Barry Newton, Pangaea’s Chairman, announced that house construction and sales were underway at its major housing estate developments in both Kenya and Zambia. Pangaea is a Pan-African regional property investment and development company that focuses on investments in the development of affordable housing estates in selected African markets. - May 23, 2008 - Pangaea Partners, Ltd.
Renovation Specialists RealItalia and Sextantio Share Secrets to Owning Historic Italian Home
Realitalia has created a unique program designed to take the pressure out of purchasing and maintaining homes in the Italian countryside. - May 19, 2008 - Realitalia
Salton Companies Announced That It Will be Launching a New Brand and Interactive Website
Salton Companies (Salton) has focused on upholding its position as a quality builder. Most of Salton work is new construction, transforming plans and drawings into actual structures. One other area of proven expertise is the rehabilitation/renovation of facilities and Church Construction. Salton... - May 16, 2008 - Salton Companies
Woodland Homes of Huntsville Announces the Debut of New TV Show
Woodland Homes of Huntsville will debut a new television show, "Dream Home Cooking," on May 31st. "Dream Home Cooking," is a cooking show and a home show combined, and founders of Woodland Homes, Mike and Melissa Friday will be the hosts. - May 16, 2008 - Woodland Homes of Huntsville
Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise System's Lead Designer Earns Industry Certification
Kitchen Tune-Up announced today that Tammy Doerr has earned certification as an Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD) from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the leading trade association for the kitchen and bath industry. The premiere hallmark for kitchen and bath... - May 16, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Miracle Truss Steel Buildings Help You Save Money, Time and the Environment in an Inflated Economy
Got a dream home you want to build or do you need an office space for your business? Discover the ways a steel building can enhance savings in a chaotic economy. - May 13, 2008 - MiracleTruss
Decorator and Remodeler Will Work Together to Achieve Excellence
Mark of Excellence Remodeling, an award-winning design + build firm join forces with Ann Marie Elia, an experienced and accomplished Interior Decorator. - May 12, 2008 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
Mark T. Elia Appointed Vice Chairman of Shore Builders Association
Mark T. Elia, CGR and President of Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc. has been appointed Vice Chairman of the Shore Builders Association of Central Jersey Remodelers in Lakewood, New Jersey. - May 12, 2008 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
Woodland Homes Named One of the Top 200 Largest Builders in the Nation
Woodland Homes of Huntsville was ranked as the 194th largest home builder in the nation in 2007 by Builder Magazine. - May 10, 2008 - Woodland Homes of Huntsville
Jeff Benton Homes Builds New Headquarters
Jeff Benton Homes is building a larger headquarters to accommodate the needs of its new home buyers. The builder has announced plans for a 5 million dollar office development project. Construction will start in May on a two-story, 52,000-square-foot office building. The project involves the... - May 09, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Permian Basin Home Builders Association Touts Strength of West Texas Economy and Housing Market
The West Texas economy and housing market continue to buck the national trend. With the lowest unemployment rates in Texas and responsible lending, the Midland-Odessa, Texas area is showing strong, steady growth. - May 07, 2008 - Permian Basin Home Builders Association
Royal Oaks Building Group Named Building Company of the Year
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has received the 2008 Triangle Major Achievements in Marketing Excellence (MAME) Building Company of the Year Award. The MAME award, given by the Triangle Sales and Marketing Council... - May 07, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Kitchen Tune-Up Announces Strategic Cross Referral Partnership with Retailer Best Buy
In an alliance announced today, Kitchen Tune-Up and Best Buy Co., Inc. have begun a strategic relationship to assist each other’s clients in a cross referral program. - May 03, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Home Plans Unveiled for Groves Park Commons Traditional Neighborhood Development
Builder Mike Stevens and partner Jon Stevens announce home plan designs for the Groves Park Commons Traditional Neighborhood Development. - April 28, 2008 - Groves Park Commons
Custom Homebuilder & Realtors Grow Their Business ~ Julie LaTerra’s Realtor Lunch & Learn Series a Huge Success
Charlotte Realtors spent several hours enjoying a catered lunch and learning how Julie LaTerra Homes can help them grow their business. The Charlotte Realtors also took part in a tour of one the newest Julie LaTerra homes. Julie LaTerra’s philosophy of Family, Fun, Food & Friends was displayed throughout her Realtor Lunch & Learn event which is held monthly, by invitation only. Julie LaTerra Homes offers exceptional personalized service and a streamlined building process. - April 26, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Solar Vistas Costa Rica - Eco Village
Solar Vistas has begun development of its first eco-village in Malpais, Costa Rica. - April 20, 2008 - Solar Vistas Costa Rica
Custom Homebuilder Launches Her Monthly "Girl’s Night Out" ~ Julie Laterra Homes Launches Monthly Event for Consumers
One of Charlotte’s leading custom homebuilders announces dates for her "Girl's Night Out" seminars & events. - April 19, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Education Seminar by MicroTech Water Damage Control, Inc.
MicroTech Water Damage Control, Inc. of Jacksonville recently gave a three hour continuing education seminars for insurance professionals. This event was sponsored by Independent Insurance Agents of Northeast Florida. At this seminar, insurance professionals earned continuing education credits by... - April 05, 2008 - MicroTech Water Damage Control, Inc.
Kimball Hill Homes Opens New Communities in Texas
Kimball Hill introduces new communities in the Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio areas. - March 27, 2008 - Kimball Hill Homes
Contractor Recommends Using Design/Builders for Home Remodeling
A Design/Builder is a Better Investment When Doing Home Renovations or Additions. - March 23, 2008 - Fine Designs by Roger Perron Inc.
Slow Times Create Incredible Bargains for Buyers
Local Developer Offers No Payments and No Interest for 3 Years to the First 10 Buyers - March 22, 2008 - Plantation Palms of Hernando County LLC
Major Dealer in the Post and Beam Home Market Announces Price Protection Plan
With the recent subprime lending debacle, traditional home customers no longer able to use subprime financing to trade up are returning to the Post and Beam, Timber Frame Home sector fueled by baby Boomers and new sources of mortgage financing. With the Post Beam home business positioned to reclaim its portion of the market, Cedar Designs announces an optional layaway plan with 12 month price protection. - March 22, 2008 - Cedar Designs, LLC
Jeff Benton Homes Attends International Builders’ Show
Jeff Benton Homes is focused on the leading edge of home design and construction. The International Builders Show provides management and sales teams a terrific opportunity to see the very latest in building products, services and technologies. - March 17, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Construction of Groves Park Commons - A Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND) - Announced at the Oak Ridge Developer’s Forum Meeting
Walter B. Wise and partners, Terry Wheeler, Bill Kennedy, Christos Christopoulos and builder Mike Stevens, announce the launch of the Groves Park Commons Traditional Neighborhood Development at the Developers Forum Meeting at the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce. - March 12, 2008 - Groves Park Commons
Jeff Benton Homes Receives Guildmaster® Award for Customer Satisfaction
GuildQuality® Incorporated, has recognized Jeff Benton Homes as a Guildmaster Homebuilder. The Guildmaster Award signifies that Jeff Benton Homes has demonstrated its ability to consistently deliver an exceptional customer experience. - March 08, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Kitchen Tune-Up Hires Programs Specialist to Coordinate Growing Partner Relations Department
Kitchen Tune-Up hires Jon Hoffman as Partner Programs Specialist in their headquarters location. Hoffman to coordinate partner relationship with Best Buy Co., Inc. and others. - March 07, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Jeff Benton Home Builder Wins River Guardian Award
Home Builder Jeff Benton Home of Huntsville Alabama awarded the Flint River Conservation Association's first-ever River Guardian Award. - February 22, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Denver Kitchen Remodeling Franchise is Cherry Creek Chamber’s Business of the Year
Denver Kitchen Tune-Up franchise owners Scott, Michelle and Harvey Field have been awarded the honor of the Cherry Creek Chamber of Commerce’s 2007 Business of the Year for Outstanding Service and Achievement. - February 17, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Business Owners “Sizzle” in Their Fourth Year Earning Reader’s Choice Award
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of patented surface reconditioning processes for updating kitchens and baths, has announced that the Nashville, TN franchise location, owned by Karin and John Moughler, is the winner of a “Sizzle Award” in the Home Renovation and Remodeling category. The... - February 17, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Kitchen Tune-Up’s Rookie of the Year Awarded to Charlotte Business Owners
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of patented surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded Tom and Debi Taube, Charlotte, NC franchise owners, with the honor “Rookie of the Year” award. The honor was presented at Kitchen Tune-Up’s annual convention,... - February 16, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Kitchen Tune-Up’s Franny of the Year Awarded to Oregon City Business Owner
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of patented surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded Gary Yeager, Oregon City, OR franchise owner, with it’s top honor “Franny of the Year” award. The honor was presented at Kitchen Tune-Up’s annual... - February 16, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Kitchen Tune-Up Awards Project of the Year Award to Greenville/Louisville Area Franchise
Kitchen Tune-Up, the creator of patented surface reconditioning technology for updating kitchens and baths, has awarded brothers Doug and Cliff Reid, Greenville, IN franchise owners, with the prestigious Project of the Year award. The honor was presented at Kitchen Tune-Up’s annual... - February 16, 2008 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Waymon Hale Construction Selected as Preferred Builder for Overton Retreat
With its exquisite natural setting on the top of Long Mountain in Middle Tennessee, rustic custom homes with decorator touches, extensive recreational amenities and a private lake, Overton Retreat is a jewel among residential resort communities. Among only a handful of of construction companies... - February 16, 2008 - Waymon Hale Construction
Jeff Benton Homes, Selected for Inclusion in Elite Builder Program
Home Buyers Warranty Corporation (HBW) has selected Jeff Benton Homes of Huntsville, AL for inclusion in its prestigious Elite Builder® program. - February 16, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Consumer Demand for Green Practices Changing the Business of Home Improvement Contractors
As Americans become more eco-conscious, consumer-driven companies industry-wide have begun offering more ecologically friendly products and services to retain a competitive edge. - February 06, 2008 - Pristine Home Solutions
J.S. Brown Receives Excellence in Remodeling Award
Award-winning custom residential remodeling company, J.S. Brown & Co., has been recognized as the recipient of an extraordinary four 2007 NARI CotY Awards. The CotY Awards are presented by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) of Central Ohio. “We see the CotY Awards... - January 25, 2008 - J.S. Brown & Co.
J.S. Brown Honored with Consumer Excellence Award
Award-winning custom residential remodeling company, J.S. Brown & Co., has been recognized as a recipient of the 2007 NARI ACE Award. The ACE Award is presented by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) of Central Ohio. “It is our goal to offer superior remodeling... - January 25, 2008 - J.S. Brown & Co.
Kitchen Tune-Up Remodeling Franchise Honors Good Deeds by "Small Changes, Big Difference" Winners
Kitchen Tune-Up announces the winners of their “Small Changes, Big Difference” contest, which asked people to nominate themselves or others who have made a difference in their community. Their personal stories can be followed online at the KTU Kares blog. - December 30, 2007 - Kitchen Tune-Up
8 Safe Gift Ideas for the Active Senior in Your Life
Helpful Products That Make Your Independent Senior More Secure and Give You Peace of Mind - December 23, 2007 - Home Sweet Home Improvements
Thinking of Remodeling? 3 Reasons Why Now is the Best Time
Virginia Contractor Notice More Home Owners Turning to Remodeling Rather Than Buying New Homes and Identifies the Benefits They Gain - December 23, 2007 - Home Sweet Home Improvements
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC Wins Triangle Business Journal’s Fast 50 Award
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC, has announced that the company has received the Triangle Business Journal’s 2007 Fast 50 Award. The Fast 50 Award recognizes the fastest-growing privately-held companies in the Triangle. The survey, evaluated by... - December 20, 2007 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Kitchen Tune-Up Bath Remodeling Franchise Ranks First in Category for the Eighteenth Year
For the eighteenth year, Kitchen Tune-Up franchise system has been ranked first in their industry for 2008 by Entrepreneur Magazine. - December 19, 2007 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Abelard Teams with Wells Fargo Financial Retail Services to Offer the Home Projects VISA® Credit Card Program to Customers
In St. Louis and Indianapolis, Abelard Construction offers its Customers Financing for Home Improvement Projects. - December 07, 2007 - Abelard Construction