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Local Agent Provides Alternatives for Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
Foreclosure alternatives such as short sales—which now make up over one-third of real estate closings across the nation—are an increasingly popular way for both homeowners and lenders to minimize their losses in this tough economy. - April 25, 2012 - Fraser Properties of Keller Williams Realty
RE/MAX Agent Lindsay Sanger Earns Hall of Fame Award
Lindsay Sanger with RE/MAX Elite has recently been presented with the RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award, which honors successful agents who have earned more than $1 million in commissions during their careers with RE/MAX. In 2011, only less than two percent of all RE/MAX Affiliates earned this prestigious... - April 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Elite
Taycor Supports Vendor Partners at the 2012 NAB Show
The 2012 NAB Show held conferences from Saturday April 14 to Thursday April 19, and ran exhibits from Monday April 16 to Thursday April 19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The show highlighted over 90,000 media and entertainment professionals from over 150 countries converging, sharing knowledge, taking part in workshops, and having an opportunity to see firsthand advances in broadcasting equipment. - April 25, 2012 - Taycor Financial
Brett Furman Reveals Blueprint to His Success
Trying to find a realtor with a track record of selling homes faster than the national average can be like searching for a needle in a haystack, but one local realtor has defied all of the odds by offering his clients what he calls an Easy Exit Listing Agreement. “It’s a modern... - April 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Local REALTOR Achieves National Recognition
Sara L Gasparrini with RE/MAX Prestige has been awarded the Accredited Buyer's Representation (ABR) designation by the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council. (REBAC)of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR). Sara L Gasparrini joins more than 30,000 real estate professionals in North America... - April 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Prestige
RE/MAX Prestige Announces Foundation Partnership with Habitat for Humanity
A multi-year agreement forged in Westford today links more than 300 agents in the state of Massachusetts’ largest realty office with Habitat for Humanity’s goal to end poverty housing. The partnership includes plans for groundbreaking efforts in Greater Lowell, Worcester and... - April 25, 2012 - RE/MAX Prestige
Texas Hospital Association Names Hoar Construction to HealthSHARE
Hoar Construction is first contractor to receive TX Hospital Association endorsed company status - April 25, 2012 - Hoar Construction LLC
Paragon Commercial Bank Contributes Almost $40,000 to Raleigh and Charlotte Communities in 2011
Donations Include Funding for Special Olympics of Mecklenburg County and First Tee of the Triangle - April 25, 2012 - Paragon Bank
The BSC Group Arranges $31.82 Million in Financing for Self Storage and Mixed Use Properties
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and provider of debt and equity capital solutions for commercial property owners, announced recent financing transactions totaling $31.82MM in loan proceeds on behalf of self-storage and commercial property owners. “Our... - April 24, 2012 - The BSC Group, LLC
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Go Bowling to Celebrate Record-Breaking First Quarter Sales
Linda Craft & Team Realtors departed from the team’s usual Tuesday team meeting format to celebrate record-breaking sales for the first quarter of 2012. The off-site excursion took the form of a bowling competition at nearby Pleasant Valley Lanes. “I really appreciate the... - April 24, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Re/Max Access Agent Michael Cohen Launches New Program to Assist Distressed Homeowners in Philadelphia
Michael Cohen of Re/Max Access, a Philadelphia real estate specialist, has developed a marketing strategy and website that is focused on assisting distressed homeowners to find information and investigate options to avoid the foreclosure process - April 24, 2012 - Re/max Access
Real Estate Re/Max Agent of Philadelphia Earns Top Award
Michael P. Cohen, Associate Broker, of Re/Max Access in Philadelphia has earned the prestigious designation of #1 Total Transactions in the State of Pennsylvania for the Re/Max system 2011. - April 24, 2012 - Re/max Access
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Celebrate 22nd Annual Bark Around the Park with Friends
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® welcomed hundreds of dog owners for the 22nd annual Bark Around the Park event at Millbrook Exchange Park. The event, Saturday, April 14th, featured a dog show, Frisbee contest, dog bone hunt and good times for the tail-wagging crowd and their friends. Linda... - April 24, 2012 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Luxury Portfolio SUMMIT Conveys Market and Consumer Trends to Leading Real Estate Professionals
Valore Group Palm Beach Real Estate Joins Elite Group to Explore Changes in Luxury Market - April 23, 2012 - Valore Group | Palm Beach Real Estate
Local Agent Offers Information Resource on Foreclosure Avoidance
Local CDPE-designated agent, Robin Fraser of Keller Williams Realty, is now providing information on foreclosure avoidance options, including the considerations homeowners should have regarding their credit scores. - April 23, 2012 - Fraser Properties of Keller Williams Realty
The Ballen Group Has Just Closed Another Wells Fargo Short Sale in Las Vegas, Nevada
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short sale Agents who use a comprehensive Las Vegas Short Sale System, closed another Las Vegas Short Sale with Wells Fargo saving the Nevada Homeowner from Foreclosure. - April 23, 2012 - Ballen Brands
The Boulder Group Arranges Sale of a Single Tenant McDonald’s Ground Lease in the Chicago MSA
Randy Blankstein and Jimmy Goodman of The Boulder Group represented both parties in the transaction. - April 22, 2012 - The Boulder Group
Taylor Morrison Southern California Announces Energy-Saving "Elem3nts" Program in Time for Earth Day
Homebuilder helping Californians conserve energy by adding energy efficiency to all its new homes. - April 22, 2012 - Taylor Morrison Southern California
Taylor Morrison's Southern California Division Eyes Growth in 2012, Debuting Three New Communities by July
New neighborhoods planned in highly sought after communities of San Juan Capistrano and Yorba Linda. - April 22, 2012 - Taylor Morrison Southern California
Taylor Morrison Colorado Unveils Energy-Saving "Elem3nts" Program in Time for Earth Day 2012
Colorado residents can increase energy efficiency with new HERS®Index energy rating system. - April 22, 2012 - Taylor Morrison Denver
MSWoods to Offer Unique Commission Plan to Real Estate Agents
MSWoods, a Central Indiana real estate brokerage owned and operated by Mike Woods is ready to offer a unique commission plan to real estate agents based on experience. Apart from commission, they also offer free training for all their agents. "Huge opportunities are available in the... - April 22, 2012 - msWoods.com
Capstone Real Estate Hosting Investment Webinar
Phoenix real estate investment company invites you to attend their complimentary investment webinar. - April 22, 2012 - Capstone Real Estate Investment
Lincoln Property Company Announces Sale of Lincoln Commerce Park 2
The Phoenix office of Lincoln Property Company www.lpcphx.com, a full-service real estate firm providing development, investment, property management, receivership, leasing and construction management, announced the sale of Lincoln Commerce Park 2 in Phoenix to Cornerstone Real Estate... - April 22, 2012 - Lincoln Property Company
Multi-Unit Properties Thrive in Northern Illinois Real Estate Market
The commercial real estate market throughout the Northern Illinois region is in the midst of a steady but slow recovery. One sector that is anything but sluggish today is the multi-family market. Investors continue to sink their dollars into multi-family properties across the Chicago area because... - April 22, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Otavi Steel Business Convention at NamPower Convention Centre in Windhoek, Namibia
Join Otavi Steel (Pty) with its shareholding partners; Groot Group, SDS Group, Otavi Town Council, and Andre Neethling Family Trust, hosted by Simon Kapenda, PhD (Candidate), CEO of Groot Group; Moses Matyayi, CEO of Otavi Town Council; and Andre Neethling, Co-Founder of Ohorongo Cement, on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at NamPower Convention Centre at 09h00 in Windhoek, Namibia, as they discuss about Namibia's Rapid Industrialization Through the Development of the Otavi Steel Mill. - April 22, 2012 - Groot Systems (Pty) Ltd
Commercial Real Estate Financing Up in California
California commercial real estate financing using a popular government-guaranteed loan program jumped 43 percent for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the same 3-month period a year ago, according to CDC Small Business Finance, one of the nation’s largest small business lenders. CDC... - April 21, 2012 - CDC Small Business Finance
RE/MAX Metro Chicago Real Estate Network’s Hot Air Balloon Program Visits Kanoon Magnet School in City’s Little Village Area on May 3
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay a visit at Kanoon Magnet School, 2233 S. Kedzie Ave., in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, on May 3 when the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX metro Chicago real estate network. Students... - April 21, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Abigail Herrera Introduces Another Great Property for Sale
Privacy and great views are featured in this lovely Home in Forest Hills. This wonderful 4th floor unit overlooks a beautiful private courtyard. Offered for sale by Abigail Herrera with Keller Williams Realty Landmark, the home is located in the sought-after town of Forest Hills' community Coop... - April 21, 2012 - Abi Herrera KW
World Golf Village Women's Mixer Back by Popular Demand April 26
Join more than 20 area business at the Davidson Speaker Series Women's Mixer in World Golf Village. The event is free and everyone's welcome. www.DavidsonRealtyInc.com - April 21, 2012 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Financing for Restaurant in Norcross, GA Worth $850,000
Mercantile Capital Corporation, a leading national provider of U.S. SBA 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or refinance their own facilities, recently closed a loan for J.R.’s Log House, Inc. for $850,000. - April 21, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
WNC Promotes Two Executives Amid Continued Growth and Expansion
Kelly Henderson, Esq. named senior vice president – legal affairs; Greg Hand named chief underwriter – acquisitions. - April 20, 2012 - WNC & Associates, Inc.
New MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance Continues to Develop as a Platform for Miami Beach Residents
As a new organization intended to mobilize residents, the MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance (MBNA), formerly named MidBeach Homeowners Alliance (MBHA), will continue to serve as a platform for Miami Beach homeowners and businesses. All residents and business owners in the MidBeach area are invited to... - April 20, 2012 - Continental Group
The San Antonio Housing Market Continues Its Steady Rise According to the San Antonio Board of Realtors
March makes the third consecutive month of improvement in the local market. San Antonio's economy continues to outperform the nation and that is reflected in the strengthening local housing market. - April 20, 2012 - San Antonio Real Estate, Liz Voss
Elevate ROI Announces Progress in Strategic Expansion of Third Party Property and Asset Management Services for Multi-Family Assets in Texas and Oklahoma
Elevate ROI today announced that it has achieved significant milestones in the strategic expansion of its property management services for multi-family and student housing assets in the Texas and Oklahoma markets. The growth and expansion highlights the increased demand for the company’s management services based on Elevate ROI’s experience and proven-track record of success. - April 20, 2012 - Elevate ROI
First-Time Foreclosures in the City Still Down But Pre-Foreclosures Are Slightly Up in Q1 2012
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions was down 18% in Q1 2012 compared to Q1 2011, and was down 6% from Q4 2011. - April 19, 2012 - PropertyShark.com
Paul Kaplan Group Ventures Into Retail Incubator
The Paul Kaplan Group announces the grand opening of their first retail venture as they launch their “store within a store” at Raymond | Lawrence, a retail "incubator" in Palm Springs, CA. - April 19, 2012 - The Paul Kaplan Group
Paragon Commercial Bank to Donate $5,000 to Wake Education Partnership
Local Bank Contributes to Education Nonprofit Focused on Increasing Student Performance - April 19, 2012 - Paragon Bank
22 Percent Increase in March Home Sales and Firmer Prices Suggest Rebound Continues in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market, RE/MAX Reports
A RE/MAX analysis of March home sales activity in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market indicates that the marked increase in home sales activity seen in recent months is beginning to have a positive impact on home prices. According to RE/MAX, combined sales of detached and attached homes in... - April 19, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
ERG Announces Availability of Prime Mixed-Use Building in Jamaica, Queens
ERG Property Advisors is pleased to announce the availability of 172-10 Jamaica Avenue, a prime mixed-use building in Jamaica, NY. - April 19, 2012 - ERG Property Advisors
Prudential Arizona Properties Executives Lauded for 2011 Achievements
More than 300 of Phoenix's Top Real Estate Professionals Recognized as Company Jumps to Sixth Largest Prudential Franchise in North America - April 19, 2012 - Prudential Americana Group
Attorney Tanya Lundberg Added to Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Professional Liability Group
Lundberg’s practice focuses on the defense of professional liability claims. Her experience also includes representing businesses and individuals in commercial litigation, consumer financial litigation, real estate litigation and bankruptcy matters. - April 19, 2012 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Mercantile Capital Corporation Launches Free iPhone App: SmartChoice® Commercial Loan Calculator
Mercantile Capital Corporation, a leading provider of U.S. SBA 504 loans for small business owners, recently launched the SmartChoice® Loan Calculator iPhone application, available free online at the iPhone Apps Store. - April 19, 2012 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
ERG Hired Exclusively to Sell Development Site in Jamaica, Queens
ERG Property Advisors has been hired exclusively to sell 172-14, 16 and 18 Jamaica Avenue in Jamaica, NY. - April 19, 2012 - ERG Property Advisors
Xena Vallone Featured in Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Real estate broker was recently featured in an article titled, “4 Questions for a Pro: Expecting Big Year for Short Sales.” - April 19, 2012 - Xena Vallone Realty
This Century Modern: The Best of Both Worlds in Palm Springs
This Century Modern combines sleek architectural elements from Mid-century Modern with energy saving features, golf, and luxury amenities at Escena in Palm Springs. - April 19, 2012 - The Paul Kaplan Group
RE/MAX Premier Group Announces 2011 Award Winners
RE/MAX Premier Frisco Texas Announces Its Annual Award Winners for 2011 - April 18, 2012 - North Texas Real Estate Experts
RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon to Visit Gary Elementary School in West Chicago on April 27 for Educational Program
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will visit Gary Elementary School, 130 E. Forest Ave., West Chicago, Ill., on April 27 when the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network. - April 18, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Cresa Madison Represents Echometrix
Tenant Advisory Firm Works Fast to Relocate Local Medical Software Company - April 18, 2012 - Cresa - Madison
Local Law Firm and Real Estate Agency Help Our Mother’s House Thanks to the Patronage of a Mutual Client
Real Estate Agency Generous Property and Riddell Law Group make a donation to Our Mother's House in Venice Florida out of the proceeds from recent real estate transactions with a mutual client. - April 18, 2012 - Generous Property
Frank Kuester Celebrates 30 Years with RE/MAX of Greensboro
Frank L. Kuester celebrates his 30-year anniversary with RE/MAX of Greensboro. Beginning his real estate career 38 years ago, Frank joined the RE/MAX of Greensboro organization in 1982. Throughout his career, Frank has represented multiple family generations in real estate transactions in the... - April 18, 2012 - RE/MAX of Greensboro & Partners