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RE/MAX Honors Northern Illinois Sales Associates and Broker/Owners for Reaching 25th Anniversaries with Network
RE/MAX recently honored a select group of its sales associates and broker/owners in the northern Illinois real estate network with the Pioneer Club award. The honors were presented at the 35th annual RE/MAX Northern Illinois awards ceremony held on April 26. The Pioneer Club award recognizes RE/MAX... - May 31, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
RE/MAX Metro Chicago Real Estate Network’s Hot Air Balloon Program Visits Locke Elementary School in City’s Montclare Area on June 1
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay a visit to Josephine Locke Elementary School, 2828 N. Oak Park Ave. in the Montclare neighborhood of Chicago on June 1 when the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX metro Chicago real estate... - May 31, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Absolute Auction of a 3 BR/2BA Home in North Stafford, VA
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., announces the absolute auction of a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home on 1+ acres – on June 8th at 2 pm in Stafford, VA. - May 28, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
Lori Ballen Realtor and Her Nevada Short Sale Team Close Another Las Vegas Short Sale with Chase
The Ballen Group, A Las Vegas Short Sale Specialist Team, known for their Las Vegas Real Estate experience in Short Sales, has just closed another Short Sale in Nevada. Using their comprehensive Short Sale System, The Ballen Group is able to handle a large volume of short sales and accomplish the goal at hand, to close the short sale. - May 28, 2012 - Ballen Brands
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group Announces the Absolute Auction of Valuable Commercial Real Estate from the Earl J. Broyles Estate
Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., (www.nichollsauction.com) announces from the Earl J. Broyles Estate, the absolute auctions of 3.6 acres of zoned B-1 and .44 acres of zoned B-2 real estate – on June 8th at 11 am in Fredericksburg, VA. - May 28, 2012 - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
CASE Announces Sale of 9,595 SF Building at 2825 Bledsoe in Fort Worth
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) is pleased to announce the sale of a 9,595 square foot commercial building on .44 acres to Hedberg Family, LP. The property is located three blocks south of the 7th Street in the vibrant W. 7th Development area of Fort Worth and was marketed by CASE as a... - May 27, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners Awarded Leasing of Trend Tower at Harbor Heights -- Proposed 105,000 SF Office Tower in Rockwall
CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners (CASE) was awarded the leasing of Trend Tower at Harbor Heights, a proposed 105,000-square-foot high-end executive office tower in Rockwall, Texas. The 7-story Class A building will be located on a hill at the corner of Interstate 30 and Horizon Boulevard with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Ray Hubbard and the Dallas skyline and will be anchored by TrendHR Services with a 24k pre-lease. - May 27, 2012 - CASE Commercial Real Estate Partners
MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance Continues to Evolve as a Platform for Miami Beach Residents
The MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance's intent is to mobilize the community and continue to serve as a platform for Miami Beach homeowners and businesses. - May 27, 2012 - Continental Group
Pat Hinch Resigns from National Corporate Housing
"Pat has been a highly valued employee and respected member of the corporate housing community for many years. He was invaluable in our acquisition of Equity Corporate Housing, and we thank him for his contributions to National,” said Tom Atchison, National Corporate Housing’s CEO. - May 26, 2012 - National Corporate Housing
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Awards Karen Dyer with Neighborhood Expert Title
Linda Craft & Team. REALTORS® have a new neighborhood expert, in Buyer’s Agent Karen Dyer. Dyer recently earned this title by researching and providing information on more than 45 Greater Raleigh Area neighborhoods. This information added to the continually expanding listings at the... - May 26, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Paragon Commercial Bank to Lend Resources to the Alternative Board
Triangle-Based Business Bank Partners with Organization Supporting Small Business Owners - May 26, 2012 - Paragon Bank
Luxury Home Prices in Denver Metro Area Up in April, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Sale prices of luxury homes in the Denver Metro Area rose again last month, although property sales eased from the previous month and year ago levels, according to a new report by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Colorado’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. The median... - May 26, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Silicon Valley's Luxury Home Market Continues to Surge, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Silicon Valley's hot luxury housing market got even hotter last month with sales of high-end homes and the median sale price both surging, according to a new report by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area's leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 128 homes sold... - May 26, 2012 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Investment Builders Inc. to Build New Resort-Style Apartments
West El Paso will welcome new gated multifamily community. - May 26, 2012 - Investment Builders, Inc.
RE/MAX of Greensboro Agent Ed Purgason Earns Lifetime Achievement Award
Ed Purgason with RE/MAX of Greensboro has been presented with the RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award, which honors highly successful agents who have earned more than $3 million in commissions and have completed seven years of service with the company. - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX of Greensboro & Partners
Another Classic Move – Associate Broker Betty Clark Joins RE/MAX Classic
Veteran Associate Broker, Betty Clark joins RE/MAX Classic. - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic, Detroit
RE/MAX Suburban Manager in Wheaton Wins Top Honor from RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Cheryl Shurtz, manager of RE/MAX Suburban, 1417 N. Main St., Wheaton, Ill., took home one of the most coveted honors during the annual RE/MAX Northern Illinois awards ceremony when she was named the 2011 Manager of the Year. - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Local Real Estate Broker is Ranked #7 in PA
Local Real Estate Broker, Brett Furman not only exceeding expectations with a great year in real estate, but was ranked by RE/MAX International as #7 in the State of Pennsylvania for April out of 2,825 agents. Brett said that he’s humbled and excited to receive the recognition of his... - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Scott Furman Ranked Number 1 out of 2,800 in Pennsylvania Delaware Region for RE/MAX International
RE/MAX International recently announced the Top 25 Individual Sales Associates for the Pennsylvania Delaware Region for the first quarter of 2012. Scott Furman, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Classic, was ranked 1st out of more than 2,800 agents. An extensive marketing plan that retains 97% of the list... - May 26, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Honor Contributions of Team’s David Toothaker Upon Retirement
There’s much more to a successful Realtor than buying and selling houses. Customer service before, during and after the sale are the difference between a one-time transaction and building a life-long relationship. Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS’® Client Care Manager David... - May 26, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Muriel Bijeau Marks a Decade of Service to Clients with Linda Craft and Team, REALTORS
A lot can change in ten years in any industry, and The Real Estate Industry is no exception. But in the ten years since buyers’ agent Muriel Bijeau joined Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS®, one thing has remained the same… her dedication to getting the best value for her... - May 26, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Learn How to Buy and/or Remodel Your Home Using the NEU Homes One-Step Solution
NEU Homes offers a virtual one-stop shop for both prospective home buyers and current homeowners wanting to renovate their properties. - May 25, 2012 - NEU Homes
Realtor Annerley Dal Bianco Instrumental in Sale of Scott Rothstein's $5.1 Million Estate
Coral Shores Realty's Agent, Annerley Dal Bianco brings buyer for Scott Rothstein's mansion in Harbor Beach $5.1 million sale. - May 25, 2012 - Coral Shores Realty
Diane Duggan of RE/MAX 1st Choice in Ottawa Named Administrative Professional of the Year by RE/MAX
Diane Duggan, office manager at RE/MAX 1st Choice in Ottawa, Ill., recently was named Administrative Professional of the Year for 2011 by the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network. The real estate agents who work with her in the Ottawa office thought no one was more deserving of the honor. - May 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
PowerStone Property Management Supports Cinco De Mayo Event to Benefit Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
PowerStone Joins in 14th Year Celebration as Rainbow Sponsor - May 25, 2012 - Powerstone Property Management
The Boulder Group Arranges Sale of a Triple Net Leased Bank of America Property in Chicago, Illinois
Randy Blankstein and Jimmy Goodman of The Boulder Group represented the seller, a Midwest developer, in the transaction. - May 25, 2012 - The Boulder Group
RE/MAX Brokers Report Medical Providers Have Stepped Up Purchasing and Leasing of Commercial Office Space in Northern Illinois
As the commercial real estate market recovers throughout Chicago and its suburbs, a pair of top brokers with the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network pointed to one class of commercial buildings that are drawing increased attention throughout the region: medical office buildings, urgent... - May 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Cresa Madison Represents Nexcyon Pharmaceuticals
Tenant Advisory Firm Provides Platform for Company’s Growth - May 25, 2012 - Cresa - Madison
Aloft Leawood/Overland Park Hotel Wins Coveted Award for Sales Team of the Year
Aloft Leawood/Overland Park is Honored for Excellence Among North American Hotels - May 25, 2012 - Presidian Hotels & Resorts
Industry Veteran Brian M. Walsh Joins Commercial Real Estate Financing Advisor The BSC Group
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and provider of debt and equity capital solutions for commercial property owners, announced industry veteran Brian M. Walsh has joined the firm as senior vice president. Brian Walsh brings more than 25 years experience delivering innovative solutions in all types of commercial real estate situations to The BSC Group. - May 24, 2012 - The BSC Group, LLC
Local Agent Provides Free Government Program Eligibility Surveys to Middle Tennessee Homeowners Facing Financial Hardships
Website presents information and answers questions on homeowner eligibility with new foreclosure avoidance resource. - May 24, 2012 - Prudential Woodmont Realty
RE/MAX Names Northern Illinois Residential Top 20 for 2011: Chicago Real Estate Agent, Lake Bluff Team Capture Top Spots
The RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network recently honored its associates whose 2011 residential sales achievements earned them coveted spots in the year-end Residential Top 20. - May 24, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Local Sarasota Non Profit Directly Benefits from a Recent Real Estate Sale
Nutrition Program at Children First is the Latest Local Cause to Benefit from a Recent Real Estate Transaction at Generous Property in Downtown Sarasota - May 24, 2012 - Generous Property
14,200 SF Office/Warehouse Space Sold in Stuart
Boyd Bradfield and Stuart Duffin of NAI Southcoast brokered the sale after navigating an extensive short sale process that involved negotiating with two lenders Bank Atlantic and SBA. - May 24, 2012 - NAI Southcoast
Total Mortgage Expands Headquarters to Accommodate Growth
Strong origination growth and focus on operational excellence spurs expanding workforce. Continues to hire high quality mortgage professionals committed to customer service. - May 23, 2012 - Total Mortgage
Berkeleys Launches Heritage Property Exhibition in Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset
Berkeleys has unveiled a local heritage exhibition in recognition of 21 years of property sales in Canford Cliffs Village, Poole. The opening occasion was attended by Her Worshipful the Mayor of Poole, Councillor Mrs. Carol Evans, The Rt Hon. Robert Syms, MP and Councillor Mrs. May Haines, Canford Cliffs Ward and guests. - May 23, 2012 - Berkeleys
Introducing Reassurance: Independent Care Advice for Expats with Elderly Dependents
With an ageing workforce and population, expats are increasingly likely to have elderly relatives who are dependent on them – a responsibility with the potential to damage the future success of international assignments. Simple tasks such as taking elderly or less able dependents to medical... - May 23, 2012 - HCR Group
Local Agent Provides Free Government Program Eligibility Surveys to Queens, NY Homeowners Facing Financial Hardships
Website presents information and answers questions on homeowner eligibility with new foreclosure avoidance resource. - May 21, 2012 - Solid Homes Realty
RE/MAX Commercial Earns High Performance Rankings in Two Prestigious National Surveys
Recently, National Real Estate Investor magazine and the Lipsey Company both gave RE/MAX high rankings for the performance of its commercial real estate division in 2011. National Real Estate Investor listed RE/MAX as one of its “Top 25 Commercial Brokerage Networks.” The Lipsey Company... - May 20, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Ron Wendel Joins South Bay Realty
Ron Wendel Joins South Bay Realty. - May 20, 2012 - South Bay Realty, Lesley Garlock
hotelAVE Instrumental in Development of Industry’s First Professional Certification for Hotel Asset Managers
As a pioneer in the rapidly-expanding field of hotel asset management, hotelAVE is again setting the pace through its leadership in the recent rollout of the Certified Hotel Asset Managers (CHAM) professional designation. This designation is a way “to establish industry-wide standards of... - May 20, 2012 - hotelAVE
HomeSource’s Service Partner Program: Jobs for Tradies and Help for Those in Need
Emergency home services company HomeSource, is seeking reliable tradespeople Australia-wide to join their Service Partner Program. HomeSource connects their members in need of emergency plumbing, electrical or locksmith assistance, with tradespeople in their area, directly providing jobs for their Service Partners. - May 20, 2012 - HomeSource Ltd
Western Sky Loans is Pleased to Launch Cash Loans Service Online
Western Sky Loans has finally launched its much awaited online cash loan services. The company has superfast loans that help people get their hands on much needed money in times when they have no other way to get cash. - May 19, 2012 - Bright Sky Lending
F. Bud Palmieri Joins Valore Group | Palm Beach Real Estate
Valore Group Palm Beach Real Estate Strengthens It’s Foothold in Palm Beach - May 19, 2012 - Valore Group | Palm Beach Real Estate
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. Ranked in America’s Top 10 Workplaces
National employee survey ranks Keller Williams offices as one of the nation's best workplaces. - May 19, 2012 - Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
Citbank /Provident Funding Short Sale Closed by The Ballen Group of Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas
The Ballen Group closes another Short Sale in Las Vegas using, The Ballen Method, A Process for Las Vegas Short Sales in Nevada. Citibank and Provident Funding were the Lien Holders. - May 19, 2012 - Ballen Brands
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Financing for Best Western Inn & Suites in New Braunfels, TX Worth Over $3.1 Million
Mercantile Capital Corporation, one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. SBA 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, recently closed a commercial loan for New Braunfels Hospitality, LLC, dba Best Western Inn & Suites, for $3,150,000 in... - May 19, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Colliers International Sweeps the Central and Eastern Europe Quality Awards with Three Wins
Colliers International took home the awards in three categories at the 2012 CEE Quality Awards gala. The jury awarded Colliers International: Industrial Agency of the Year, Office Agency of the Year and Property Management Company of the Year. The winners were announced during the 9th annual CEEQA... - May 19, 2012 - Colliers International Albania
Rising Sales, Stabilizing Home Prices Were Hallmarks of April Activity in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market, RE/MAX Reports
April home sales activity in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market was characterized by rising sales and firmer home prices, according to an analysis by RE/MAX. Combined sales of attached and detached homes in the seven-county metro market totaled 6,771 units in April, which compares to 6,501... - May 18, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Michelle Fitzgerald Joins RE/MAX Prestige
Andrew Armata, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Prestige in Groton, is pleased to announce that Michelle Fitzgerald has joined the real estate office as a sales associate. With 20 years in the banking industry as manager and business development, Fitzgerald has the knowledge to walk first time home buyers... - May 18, 2012 - RE/MAX Prestige