Recent Headlines
Within Real Estate
Mercantile Capital Corporation Closes on Nine Commercial Loans in August to Finance Projects Valued at Over $21.6 Million
Mercantile Capital Corporation, in Altamonte Springs, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Old Florida National Bank, reports it closed nine commercial loans in August to finance projects valued at more than $21.6 million in Florida, Texas, California, Georgia and Maryland. Chris Hurn, chief executive... - September 15, 2011 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Phill Grove to Speak at Austin Real Estate Networking Club
The REI Maverick, Phill Grove, will be speaking at the Austin Real Estate Networking Club (RENC) this Thursday evening, September 15, at the Norris Conference Center (2525 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757). Phill Grove will be speaking about how to buy and sell houses in today's post-bubble real estate market. - September 15, 2011 - REI Maverick
Phase 2: Horseshoe Bay Homesites Offered at Auction by Higgenbotham Auctioneers
Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) announced today that they will be offering at auction 356 lots in the all-inclusive Horseshoe Bay community. This is Phase 2 of the major auction by order of the secured lender to liquidate over 300 prime homesites. - September 15, 2011 - Higgenbotham Auctioneers International
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Partners with The Republic Group for Workers’ Compensation, General Liability and Auto Coverage
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has been appointed by companies of The Republic Group to offer nationwide workers’ compensation, general liability and auto coverage. Appalachian Underwriters is a national managing general agency. Companies of The Republic Group, with headquarters in... - September 15, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Sheli Miller & Hooked On Purple Join Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas
Las Vegas Team of Military Relocation & Foreclosure Listing Experts Add Talent to a Great Company - September 15, 2011 - Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas
Boot Ranch Closes on Record Lot Sales of $5.4 Million in 30 Days
Boot Ranch golf club (Fredericksburg Texas) closes on record sales of $5.4 million from mid-July to mid-August 2011. - September 14, 2011 - Boot Ranch
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Introduce Easy to Use Greater Raleigh Area Website
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® website recently unveiled a new, easier to use features designed to help area homebuyers and sellers greater access to the tools they’ll need to find a great home. The website re-design features a number of enhanced features, including easier-to-access... - September 14, 2011 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Brenda Walwik Named Office Administrator for The Soda Group
Walwik Joins The Soda Group at Keller Williams Realty in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. - September 13, 2011 - The Soda Group
Pertria Announces New Relationship with Wells Fargo Private Mortgage Banker Dan Ross
Founded in 2004, Pertria advises clients throughout Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area in real estate residential sales, investment analysis and management, providing established relationships with financial advisers, tax professionals and legal counsel. - September 11, 2011 - Pertria
The Continental Group Named Sponsor of the Friends of Lake Eola Downtown Night Out
The Continental Group (TCG) announced today it will be the Entertainment Sponsor for the First Annual Orlando Downtown Night Out, to be held on Thursday, Sept. 15 at Lake Eola Park in Orlando. Downtown Night Out is hosted by the non-profit Friends of Lake Eola.The event is an opportunity for those living and working downtown to mingle and learn more about Lake Eola Park and their community as a whole. - September 11, 2011 - Continental Group
Cornerstone Underwriting Partners, LLC (CUP) Announces PEOComp Pro – a New Work Comp Program for the PEO Industry
Cornerstone Underwriting Partners, LLC (CUP) is a nationwide underwriting management company and program administrator that works exclusively with wholesale brokers and specialty program agents. In developing PEOComp Pro, CUP has partnered with national carriers rated by A.M. Best Company to offer... - September 11, 2011 - Cornerstone Underwriting Partners, LLC
Diane Norman Wins June Agent of Month, Captures Sales Award for First Half of 2011 @ Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS®
Senior Residential Real Estate Specialist Diane Norman has won the Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® June sales contest and the strong June performance also pushed her over the top into victory for the sales contest for the first six months of the year. “I am very proud of Diane for her... - September 10, 2011 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Todd Schroth with Re/Max Central Realty Launches Local Foreclosure Avoidance Campaign
Distressed property expert’s online report updates homeowners who are struggling with mortgage payments in Central Florida on solutions to avoid foreclosure. “Nationwide, one in seven mortgages are headed for foreclosure,” noted Robert Todd Schroth of Re/Max Central Realty. While... - September 10, 2011 - Re/Max Central Realty
SMJ Property Group Acquires 9 Unit Multi Family Building in Jersey City
SMJ Property Group, a family owned and operated New Jersey real estate investment company has announced the purchase of a 9 unit apartment property on Webster Avenue in the Heights section of Jersey City, according to Steven Porada, head of acquisitions at the company. The asset commanded a... - September 10, 2011 - SMJ Property Group
RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon to Visit St. Mary's School in Dixon on Sept. 16
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will visit St. Mary’s School, 704 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, Ill., on Sept. 16, where the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network. The 200 students at St. Mary’s will... - September 10, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Davey Real Estate Launches Local Foreclosure Avoidance Campaign
Distressed property expert’s online report updates homeowners who are struggling with mortgage payments in San Jose and in the Silicon Valley area on solutions to avoid foreclosure. - September 10, 2011 - Davey Real Estate
Diamond Volunteer Program Call for 2012 Applications
The deadline for local non-profit organizations to submit their applications for the 2012 Diamond Volunteer Award is next month on October 15, 2011. - September 10, 2011 - Kelly E. Capolino
Sherrie Ferrell Wins July Agent of Month @ Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS®
Buyer’s Agent Sherrie Ferrell has earned top spot in the Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® July sales contest in a close competition with her teammates. “Sherrie’s clients love working with her because of her knowledge of the area, and her commitment to finding them a great... - September 10, 2011 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Down Payment Resource Will Connect Northern New England Realtors® and Homebuyers to Eligible Programs
Workforce Resource LLC and Northern New England Real Estate Network announce business partnership to integrate down payment assistance program detail and eligibility into local listing data - September 09, 2011 - Workforce Resource
Bartley Patterson Achieves New Commercial Designation - CCS
Vice President and General Manager of RE/MAX Classic Achieves New Commercial Real Estate Designation - CCS - September 09, 2011 - RE/MAX Classic, Detroit
Institutional Banking Services, N.A. Corp Named Exclusive Lender for IHOP Franchisee Association
Fort Lauderdale-based Institutional Banking Services, N.A. Corp (IBS, N.A.) today announced an exclusive, multi-million dollar financing agreement with the Blue Roof Franchise Association (BRFA), a group representing the interests of International House of Pancakes (IHOP) franchisees. BRFA has an... - September 08, 2011 - Institutional Banking Services, N.A.
Two Agents Join Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors
The Charles Reinhart Company is pleased to welcome two experienced real estate agents to their growing company. - September 08, 2011 - Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors
Crosspointe Baptist Church Going Up for Auction
Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) announced that they have been retained to offer the Crosspointe Baptist Church facility in Fultondale at absolute auction on Thursday, September 22. Located on a picturesque hill overlooking the area, the facility is situated on 18 acres and features an expansive 60,000± SF multi-purpose building. - September 08, 2011 - Higgenbotham Auctioneers International
Miracle Field Fundraiser: Raising Money to Give Kids with Special Needs the Opportunity to Play America’s Favorite Pastime
Wade Hanson, along with 5 other members of the Minnesota Network, have joined forces to raise money for the Miracle League Field at Beilenberg Sports Center in Woodbury. The Miracle Field consists of a baseball/softball field with a rubber surface that allows kids in wheel chairs and walking... - September 08, 2011 - Wade Hanson Enterprises
MonkeySold.com a Mortgage Mitigation Company, Launches Florida Foreclosure Avoidance Campaign
Distressed property expert’s online report informs distressed homeowners who are struggling with mortgage payments in Central Florida on solutions to avoid foreclosure. - September 08, 2011 - MonkeySold.com
Galveston’s "Haunted" Hotel Galvez Offers October Ghost Tour Dinner and Room Packages
Hotel Galvez & Spa, a Wyndham Grand® Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, invites guests to embark on enthralling ghost hunts during the month of October. The “haunted” Texas hotel is extending its ghost tour to the public as part of a special three-course dinner... - September 08, 2011 - Mitchell Historic Properties
August Home Sales Shatter All Time Record for LGI Homes
After a record breaking month in July, LGI Homes has beat the record again, ending August with 84 residential closings. That is a 47% increase from July, which had 57 closings. Currently, LGI Homes is ranked 58th by Builder Magazine among America’s Largest Builders. LGI fully expects to be in... - September 07, 2011 - LGI Homes
BusinesSuites Expands Its Offerings in Austin, Texas
New Executive Suite Focuses on Traditional Office Users as Well as Coffee Shop Refugees Looking for a Co-working Community. BusinesSuites, the nationwide operator of executive office suites, will be opening a new center at the Hill Country Galleria on September 26th, 2011. This will be... - September 07, 2011 - BusinesSuites
Harris County Housing Authority Creates Green Affordable Housing for Seniors
Affordable housing for seniors goes green, sets example for industry and HUD. Cypresswood Estates, a Platinum LEED community, is finalist for Best Example of Green Building Concepts award. - September 07, 2011 - Harris County Housing Authority
Lincoln Property Company Adds Two New Property Managers
Both managers come with years of experience in real estate. - September 07, 2011 - Lincoln Property Company
The First Group Relocates HQ to Thriving Centre of TECOM, Dubai
New TECOM Location Complete with State-of-the-Art Showroom and Panoramic Views of many of Dubai’s Landmarks and three of The First Group’s Residential Towers. - September 07, 2011 - The First Group
Bournecoast Say: Buy to Let – It's Back
Bournecoast Property Agents are delighted that their predictions ten months ago have come to fruition. - September 05, 2011 - Bournecoast Ltd
Keller Williams Realty on Pace to Exceed 2010 Profits
Associates Recognized at Mid Year Awards Ceremony in Lakewood Ranch, Florida - September 05, 2011 - Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch
Michael J. Hensley of Guardian Capital Advisors, LLC Receives AIFA™ Designation
Firm Now Able to Assess Compliance to Centre for Fiduciary Excellence, LLC Standards. - September 04, 2011 - Guardian Capital Advisors
Terracare Associates and Progress Equity Partners Acquire Cimarron Landscape
Terracare Associates LLC, a full service landscape and public infrastructure maintenance services company and its financial partner, Progress Equity Partners, Ltd. today announced that it has acquired Cimarron Landscape of Sacramento, California. With the acquisition of Cimarron Landscape,... - September 03, 2011 - Terracare Associates
Earle Sherman Joins Royal Oaks Building Group
Local Homebuilder Welcomes New Sales Consultant with More Than 15 Years of Experience. - September 03, 2011 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Neal Communities Has 25 Sales in August - Lakewood Ranch Builder Finds More Bright Spots in This Market
Neal Communities reports another strong month of sales - overall a very successful summer. - September 03, 2011 - Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.
PropertyCover Launches Home Buyer Cover in Australia
For the first time in Australia, home buyers will be able to insure themselves against costly repairs when buying an existing home by insuring with HomeSource, a leading Sydney-based home services company. - September 02, 2011 - HomeSource Ltd
UKPB Online Estate Agents Announce the Opening of a Free Advice Centre
In addition to the free valuation service offered, UKPB have opened a free advice centre, open to anyone, not just sellers using their company. The advice can be related to any aspect of house sales. Such as similar historic prices in the area, stamp duty, moving check lists. - September 02, 2011 - UKPB estate agents limited
RE/MAX Associate Liz Arme Named BNI Member of the Year
Liz Arme of Sarasota, Florida, Recognized as 2011 Southwest Florida BNI Chapter Member of the Year. - September 02, 2011 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
National Association of Premier Lenders Announces the NAPL Fall 2011 Conference
The NAPL Fall 2011 Conference will be dedicated to discussing the most important issues facing the 504 loan program industry in today’s economy, and will specifically focus on servicing, recovery, liquidation and legislative efforts. - September 02, 2011 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Argenta CDC Receives $39,000 Grant from Walmart Foundation to Create Youth Urban Agriculture Initiative
The Walmart State Giving Program has awarded Argenta Community Development Corporation a $39,000 grant to launch the Vestal Urban Farm Project for 220 students at Boone Park Elementary and Argenta Academy, the North Little Rock School District's alternative high school. For participants, the... - September 02, 2011 - Argenta Community Development Corporation
Comfort-Cooled Soho Office Space Becomes Available, Announces Landlord’s Sole Commercial Property Agency MERJS
London commercial property agency MERJS has been appointed as the sole agents for a comfort cooled office space in 53 Frith St, Soho, which is soon to be refurbished. - September 02, 2011 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
The BSC Group Arranges $74.6M Financing for 19 Property Portfolio Acquisition
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and provider of debt and equity capital solutions for self-storage owners, announced it arranged $74.6M in financing for a 19-property self-storage portfolio acquisition. - September 01, 2011 - The BSC Group, LLC
NAMB Seeks Reduction in Fed Overregulation
NAMB feels lifting of LO compensation rule will boost mortgage related jobs and stimulate the economy through less overreaching lending regulations. - September 01, 2011 - National Mortgage Professional Magazine
Realtors Barbara Mei and Jo Rutstein Join Forces
Signature Sotheby’s Realtor Team Specializes in Luxury Downtown Condos in Sarasota, Florida. - September 01, 2011 - Barbara Mei
RE/MAX Reports Franchise Sales Rose 15% in First Half of 2011; Northern Illinois Network Adds 4 Franchisees
Even though the housing market is still searching for solid footing, global real estate franchisor RE/MAX continues to add new franchisees to its network. - September 01, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
ERG Property Advisor CEO James D. Kinsey's New Blog
ERG Property Advisors is proud to announce CEO and partner James D. Kinsey’s brand new online blog. - September 01, 2011 - ERG Property Advisors
InsuranceBuffs.Com Offers Car Insurance Quotes Targeted at Women
Most men don’t agree, but reports after reports have consistently shown women drivers to be less of an insurance risk, as opposed to their men folk, especially when it comes to driving their vehicles on the roads, according to Rob Granger, one of Cleveland, OH top insurance professional who... - September 01, 2011 - InsuranceBuffs.Com
EMLab P&K Prepares Mold and Bacteria Testing Capacity to Assist Flooded Areas in Eastern Seaboard After Hurricane Irene
Hurricane Irene brought storms and flooding to states along the Eastern Seaboard from North Carolina to Massachusetts. EMLab P&K prepares to help states recover in Hurricane Irene's aftermath by increasing mold testing and bacteria testing capacity. - August 31, 2011 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory