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Code Approval of Modular Housing Systems (MHS Prefab)
MHS Aluminum Building System Meets LARR Requirements/ US Systems LLC, developer of MHS prefab technology is pleased to announce that it has received the final code approval for the use of MHS Structural Insulated Panel Frame Assemblies from the Department of Building and Safety, Engineering Research Section of City of Los Angeles. Los Angeles Research Report: RR# 25703 - August 01, 2008 - Modular Housing Systems
Jeff Benton Homes Now Ranks Among the Nations Top 200 Home Builders
Jeff Benton Homes, Incorporated, has achieved a top-200 ranking on Builder Magazine’s annual list of the nation’s largest homebuilders for 2007. Builder Magazine tracks trends in the housing and construction industry and bases its annual rankings on both the total number of closings... - August 01, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Royal Oaks Building Group Launches New Web Site
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced the launch of the company’s new Web site. The Web site offers detailed descriptions of each Royal Oaks community with a large gallery of images and a list of featured properties, as well as news... - August 01, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Jeff Benton Homes Opens New Pool and Clubhouse in South Huntsville
Representatives from the Huntsville Chamber of Commerce joined Jeff Benton Homes a ceremony to open a new pool and clubhouse complex in Renaissance, a JBH community in Huntsville, Alabama. - July 30, 2008 - Jeff Benton Homes
Builder Services of North Carolina Opens in Creedmoor
Owners Ben Bass, Chris Bass, and Danny Marshall are pleased to announce the opening of Builder Services of North Carolina, a first class home improvement company located at 908 N. Durham Avenue in Creedmoor. - July 28, 2008 - Windows Siding Roofing Experts of NC
Success Among the Ruins: Buyers Still Turn to Turnberry Homes' Williamson Communities
While homebuyers may seem hesitant in today’s market, 12 families have moved into Turnberry Homes' Stags Leap and Catalina communities during the last two months. As Tennessee’s premier builder of luxury homes, Turnberry is filling its Williamson County communities with custom designs... - July 28, 2008 - Turnberry Homes
Chesapeake Homes North Carolina Taps MMI Associates, Inc. for Public Relations Services
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 has named MMI Associates, Inc, a Raleigh-based,... - July 25, 2008 - Chesapeake Homes North Carolina
Habitat for Humanity of Moore County Hires Amanda Jakl as New Special Events and Communications Coordinator
Amanda Jakl has been named Special Events and Communications Coordinator at Habitat for Humanity of Moore County, Elizabeth Cox, Executive Director, announced today. Ms. Jakl will have the responsibility of coordinating and creating events for both Moore and Richmond counties, handling public... - July 19, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Chesapeake Homes North Carolina Releases Podcast About ENERGY STAR Homes
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 released a podcast about Chesapeake Homes North Carolina ENERGY STAR homes. ENERGY... - July 17, 2008 - Chesapeake Homes North Carolina
The Cole Foundation Gives $30,000 for Habitat Homes in Richmond County
On June 24, 2008, Habitat for Humanity of Moore County was awarded a challenge grant from the Cole Foundation for $30,000 to build homes in Richmond County. The Habitat affiliate applied for the grant in December 2007 and worked for four months to raise the $30,000 needed to receive the match from... - July 13, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Royal Oaks Building Group Named to Business Leader Magazine’s Top 100
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the firm has been ranked 52nd on Business Leader Magazine’s inaugural Top 100 List, which recognizes the top small businesses in North Carolina. Business Leader Magazine’s Top 100 List... - July 11, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Beracah to Unveil New Model at Delaware State Fair
Beracah Homes is revealing a new modular home at this year's Delaware State Fair. Categorized as "off-site, stick built" construction, the new model has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and is completely customizable. - July 09, 2008 - Beracah Homes
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