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Silicon Valley's Luxury Home Sales Soar Again in July, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the South Bay's leading provider of luxury real estate services, issued a report today showing that Silicon Valley's luxury home sales soared again last month, nearly doubling the number of sales a year ago. The report was based on Multiple Listing Service... - August 30, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Authors of "Chicago's Gold Coast" to Host Book Signing at RE/MAX Premier Properties, Chicago on Sept. 15
Maureen O’Brien, an agent with RE/MAX Premier Properties, along with established co-authors Wilbert Jones and Kathleen Willis-Morton, will be signing copies of their new book, “Chicago’s Gold Coast,” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 15 at RE/MAX Premier Properties, 1205 N. Dearborn Pkwy., in Chicago’s Gold Coast area. - August 30, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
East Bay Luxury Home Sales Soar 29% in July, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area's leading provider of luxury real estate services, issued a report today showing that East Bay luxury home sales soared nearly 29 percent in July as the high-end market remained on a roll. The report is based on Multiple Listing Service data of... - August 30, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Marin Luxury Home Sales Surge to Four-Year High, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area's leading provider of luxury real estate services, issued a report today showing that Marin County's luxury home sales surged in July to their highest level in four years. The report was based on Multiple Listing Service data of all homes sold for... - August 30, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Absolute Auction of a 1 Acre Commercial Parcel Adjacent to I-95 in Fredericksburg, VA
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (www.nichollsauction.com) announces the auction of a 1 acre prime commercial parcel adjacent to I-95 – on September 14 at 11 am in Fredericksburg, VA. - August 29, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Auction of Valuable Woodbridge and Bumpass, VA Real Estate
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (www.nichollsauction.com) announces the auction of a well located 4 bedroom home in Prince William County and a 4 bedroom home on 3 acres in Louisa County - August 29, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Dana Ehrlich Helps Create Unstoppable Agents
After a decade in the real estate industry, California agent, Dana Ehrlich, joined eXp Realty in 2011 and saw something she calls “extraordinary.” - August 29, 2012 - eXp Realty
Downtown Galveston Erupts with Beatlemania
The British are invading September’s Music Nite on The Strand. Beatles lovers are welcomed to participate in a free celebration of the Lads from Liverpool at Saengerfest Park. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8 acclaimed Beatles tribute band, The Fab 5, will be performing classic... - August 29, 2012 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Trick-or-Treating, Costume Contests and Halloween Fun in Downtown Galveston
Ghouls and goblins of all ages are invited to join in the Halloween festivities at the 2nd Annual Saengerfest Park Mini Monster Bash from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 27 at Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand. The free, family friendly Halloween carnival will include assorted games and prizes,... - August 29, 2012 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Zombies Invade Downtown Galveston
The dead are walking at October’s Music Nite on The Strand. Zombiephiles of all ages are encouraged to invade Saengerfest Park from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, October 13. Flash the Robot DJ and Come See My Dead Person will wake the dead with lively music. In addition to the dance party,... - August 29, 2012 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Tom Rittenhouse Joins Golden Realty & Management as Associate Broker
Golden Realty & Management proudly welcomes Associate Broker Tom Rittenhouse, a 30-year veteran in the real estate industry and expert in foreclosed property. - August 29, 2012 - Golden Realty & Management
SOS Games Rental is Working in Collaboration with Soccer Shop Window to Deliver in 2014’s Largest Sporting Event
World Cup Football to be held over 12 cities in Brazil. The country is an exotic land of natural surprises. - August 29, 2012 - SmartOwnerSolutions
Self Storage Profits, Inc. Hosts Free Webinar: How to Analyze a Self Storage Facility
Self Storage Profits, Inc., the leading provider of Self Storage Education and Investment services, today announced it will be hosting a free webinar, “How to Analyze a Self Storage Facility” on Thursday, August 30th at 9:00 pm EDT. - August 28, 2012 - Self Storage Investing
ERG Announces Exclusive Listing of South Brooklyn Mixed-Use Portfolio for Sale
ERG Property Advisors is pleased to have been named the exclusive broker for a South Brooklyn Mixed-Use Portfolio which includes 4 mixed-use buildings with 30 residential units, 11 commercial units and 31 parking spaces in the Bensonhurst, Bay Ridge and Bath Beach neighborhoods of Brooklyn. The... - August 26, 2012 - ERG Property Advisors
Davidson Realty Welcomes New Agent Loreal Greathouse
Davidson Realty, Inc., the premier Jacksonville and St. Augustine real estate company, is pleased to add Loreal Greathouse to its team of real estate professionals. Greathouse brings to her position a caring and compassionate teaching background as well as a fondness for home remodeling. Says... - August 26, 2012 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
Short Sale is Always a Better Option Than Foreclosure for Homeowners in Distress
When homeowners find themselves facing foreclosure, it can sometimes be difficult to get out from under the weight of the pressure and stress. Homeowners who find themselves in this circumstance are often blind to the options that are available to them. “Many experts have popped up on the... - August 26, 2012 - Shanta Patton - Patton Team - Wynn RealtyGroup
Boomerang Leads Creates Innovative Partnership with Keller-Williams Realty
A few months ago, Boomerang Leads (a Utah-based online marketing company) established a partnership with Kerryann Pray, a real estate agent for Keller-William Realty. Boomerang created an innovative website for Pray, which will allow home buyers a simple opportunity to find homes, and for real... - August 26, 2012 - Boomerang Leads
Paul Surles Attends Special Training, Builds Expertise in Overland Park KS Luxury Home Market
The Paul Surles Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty Partners, Inc. leads the way in helping consumers make the most money when selling a home in the Overland Park, KS and surrounding Johnson County, KS area. Their marketing plan goes way beyond the "me-too" cookie-cutter or discount plans offered. Consumers buying a home in Overland Park KS and the surrounding Johnson County KS area count on the Paul Surles Real Estate Group to find and negotiate the best price on their next home. - August 26, 2012 - Paul Surles @ Keller Williiams Realty Partners, Inc.
Katy Texas Insurance Specialist Releases Six Ways to Lower Insurance Premium
Katy Texas Insurance Agency says taking these six steps will go a long way towards lowering your insurance rates. - August 26, 2012 - Katy Texas Insurance
The Maloney Team LLC Expands with Addition of Rollin Tod
The Maloney Team LLC, with RE/MAX Haven Realty, has expanded with the addition of Buyers Specialist Rollin Tod of Hudson, Ohio. - August 25, 2012 - The Maloney Team LLC
Awakening Your Senses in Koh Samui’s Latest Absolute Beachfront Development
With Axor, Mandalay Beach Villas creates innovative and sensual bathroom that invites you to live in. - August 25, 2012 - Mandalay Samui Developments & Consultancy
RE/MAX Top Properties Celebrates Office Grand Opening in Morris on Aug. 26
RE/MAX Top Properties is marking the grand opening of its new office at 101 Waverly St. in Morris, Ill., with a celebration that will run from 1 to 3 p.m. on Aug. 26. The event is open to the public and will feature refreshments and a raffle. The famous RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will also be tethered on site, weather permitting. - August 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
The Marke @ South Coast Metro Breaks Ground in Santa Ana
Luxury Communities Will Include Cutting Edge Design, Architecture, Amenities - August 25, 2012 - Lyon Communities
Texas Outdoors Insurance Specialist Says Now is Best Time to Get Liability Insurance Before Season Starts
TexasOutdoorInsurance.com says protecting your Outdoor Hunting property before hunting season begins is a smart decision. - August 25, 2012 - Texas Outdoor Insurance
Dorette Oppong-Takyi Attends Internet Marketing Class to Help Clients Looking to Buy or Sell a Home
Dorette Oppong-Takyi, a local Phoenix Realtor®, took a class with the renowned Lori Ballen, the CEO of The Ballen Group of Las Vegas to learn about the power of internet marketing and how to use this tool to help her clients whether they are looking to buy a new home or sell a home they... - August 25, 2012 - Dorette Oppong-Takyi Real Estate
Find Properties in Islington and North London with Filey Properties
When you are looking for the estate agents you can simply go with Filey property estate agents. They can help you find the property of choice that perfectly suits their requirements. - August 24, 2012 - filey properties
The Corvus Group Expands Mortgage Brokerage Team
The Corvus Group, Inc., a diversified commercial real estate capital services company that serves public and private sector clients nationwide, announced Barbara Hall joined its Chicago-based commercial mortgage brokerage team as a Commercial Mortgage Advisor. - August 24, 2012 - The Corvus Group
Craig Shodeen Rejoins Sho-Deen Inc. as President; Firm Adds Custom Home Affiliate
Craig Shodeen recently rejoined Geneva, IL-based Sho-Deen, Inc. as president of ShoDeen Residential. The announcement was made by Kent Shodeen, founder and chairman of Sho-Deen, Inc. ShoDeen Residential is a division of the full service Sho-Deen, Inc. real estate company that was founded in 1961... - August 24, 2012 - Shodeen Homes
Denny Thomas Joins RE/MAX Alliance Group in Sarasota, Florida
Manatee County Native Joins the University Parkway Office of RE/MAX Alliance Group - August 24, 2012 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
Daniel Meservey Joins RE/MAX Prestige
Andrew Armata, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Prestige in Northborough is pleased to announce that Daniel Meservey has joined the real estate office as a sales associate. With 3 years of real estate experience, Meservey provides real estate services to Northborough and surrounding towns specializing in... - August 24, 2012 - RE/MAX Prestige
Keller Williams Realty of Brandon Teaches Top Dogs New Tricks
Keller Williams Realty of Brandon is raising the bar in clientele communication. Combining face-to-face communication with innovative products such as the Apple iPad, these agents are able to stay connected and prepare for the future of Real Estate. - August 24, 2012 - Keller Williams Realty Chadwick Group
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Commercial Real Estate Loan in Orlando, FL Worth $535,000
Mercantile Capital Corporation, which ranks as one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, closed a commercial loan for Florida Vein Care recently for $535,000 in... - August 23, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
IndCor Leases 343,485 Square Feet to New Jersey Logistics Company
IndCor Properties, a premier real estate company focused on the ownership and management of industrial properties, leases 343,485 square feet to Argix Logistics, a complete logistics solutions company headquartered in New Jersey. The property is located at 100 Middlesex Center Boulevard, Jamesburg,... - August 23, 2012 - IndCor Properties
The Boulder Group Arranges Sale of a $16.35 Million Single Tenant GSA Property in Bloomington, Illinois
Randy Blankstein and Jimmy Goodman of The Boulder Group represented the seller, a private partnership based in Colorado. The buyer was self-represented and purchased the property to fulfill a 1031 exchange. - August 23, 2012 - The Boulder Group
Houston Apartment Award Presented for Just Fourth Time in 52 Years
Kenneth J. Bohan, founder of The Liberty Group, will receive the HAA Lifetime Achievement Award for his track record of dedicated service to multifamily industry. The Liberty Group is a Houston-based executive search, staffing, and personnel firm. - August 23, 2012 - The Liberty Group
Paragon Commercial Bank Names Glenn N. Poole, Jr. Senior Vice President
35-Year Industry Veteran Responsible for Treasury and Wealth Management, Business Development - August 23, 2012 - Paragon Bank
Reverse Mortgage Lenders Direct Targets Online Growth Through Acquisition of www.ReverseMortgageCons.com
Acquisition of www.ReverseMortgageCons.com - Reverse Mortgage Lenders Direct acquires competitor www.reversemortgagecons.com for an undisclosed sum which will allow the company to continue its online growth to become the most visited reverse mortgage website for seniors. With a strong position in tier 1 term rankings, Reverse Mortgage Lenders Direct is acquiring competitors to grab a larger online equity/market share in 2012. - August 22, 2012 - Reverse Mortgage Lenders Direct
Keller Williams Realty Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Home Buyer and Seller Segments by J.D. Power and Associates
According to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Home Buyer/Seller Satisfaction StudySM released on Wednesday, Keller Williams Realty, Inc. ranks highest in customer satisfaction in both the home buyer and home seller segments. - August 22, 2012 - Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
Vacations to Curacao Are Planned for North Sea Jazz Festival
Nadine Naarden of Curacao Bon Bini Rentals said vacations to Curacao are getting booked in time for the North Sea Jazz Festival scheduled on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1. - August 22, 2012 - CuraçaoBon Bini Rentals
Economist Simon Kapenda Nominated for the Prestigious 2012 Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship
Simon Kapenda, CEO and Chairman of Namibia-based Groot Group has been nominated for the prestigious 2012 Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship (AAE), "the Oscars of business and entrepreneurship in Africa," Gala Event to be held in Accra, Ghana on October 11, 2012. The Africa Awards for... - August 22, 2012 - Groot Systems (Pty) Ltd
Metro Chicago Real Estate Agent Rich Toepper Returns to RE/MAX
Rich Toepper, a real estate veteran with more than 20 years experience, recently rejoined the RE/MAX brand as an agent with RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest, 7107 Pingree Road in Crystal Lake, Ill. During his career, Toepper has consistently ranked among the top five agents for units sold annually in the... - August 22, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Operation: Coming Home Hosts Groundbreaking for Fourth Hero Home
Volunteer Project Builds Fourth Home to Honor the Service of U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Richie Chavis. - August 22, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Roxem Secures Pre-Let at Louis Krages Industrial Site, Bremen, Germany
Roxem Assets GmbH, on behalf of Hansteen, has let 20,000 sq m (215,278 sq ft) of warehouse space and 200 sq m (2152.7 sq m) of office space at the Louis Krages site in Bremen’s Industriehafen (industrial port area), Germany. Construction of the warehouse is due to complete on the 1st of May... - August 22, 2012 - Roxem Assets Gmbh
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Auction of Lowry’s Farm Market Commercial Real Estate and Farmer’s Market Equipment in Brunswick, MD
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (www.nichollsauction.com) announces the auction of Lowry’s Farm Market real estate and farmer’s market equipment – on September 8th at 9:30 am in Brunswick, MD. - August 22, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Auction of 32 Acres of Land in Clarke County, VA
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., announces the auction of 32.9 acres of vacant Clarke County land - on August 31st at 11 am in Berryville, VA. - August 21, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Ken Chappell Returns to ISA as AVP of Business Development
Irwin Siegel Agency, Inc. (ISA) has expanded their growing sales team for the second time this year with newly appointed AVP of Business Development, Ken Chappell. Ken first joined ISA in 1999 and is returning after having spent the last four years as Regional VP of Marketing for Agency Specialty... - August 20, 2012 - Irwin Siegel Agency
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Online Only Auction of Two Newport News, VA Investment Homes in the Marknet Alliance National Real Estate Auction
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (NAMG) (www.nichollsauction.com) announces the online only auctions of 2 investment homes in Newport News, VA in the Marknet Alliance National Real Estate Auction. - August 20, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Auction of a NoVA Commuter Dream House
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., announces the auction of a 3 bedroom home minutes from Dulles Airport – on August 25 at 2 pm in Herndon, VA. - August 19, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Galveston's Hotel Galvez to Begin Taking October Ghost Tour Reservations Sept. 4
The “haunted” Hotel Galvez & Spa will begin taking reservations for its annual October ghost tour and dinner on Tuesday, Sept. 4. Guests must contact the restaurant at (409) 765-7721 to make reservations. During the tour, guests hear stories of the “Ghost Bride” and other reported strange occurrences. - August 19, 2012 - Mitchell Historic Properties
The Continental Group Continues Its Continental Certified Educational Program with Two Free Seminars in South Florida
The Continental Group, a FirstService Residential Management company, will host two Continental Certified Educational Program Seminar Panels for Condominium Associations in South Florida. - August 19, 2012 - Continental Group