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Rockledge to Sponsor Atlanta Volleyball Meetup Group
Rockledge, the premier Marietta apartments located on the Chattahoochee River, will sponsor the widely successful Atlanta Volleyball Meetup group for the second year. - April 02, 2011 - Rockledge Apartments
Blue Asset Management LLC Adds Online Rent Payment to Platform
Charles Blumenkehl, managing partner for Blue Asset Management LLC, announced his company has made online rent payments available to its tenants via its property management online platform. According to Charles Blumenkehl , “As more households make more of their monthly payments online, we... - April 02, 2011 - Blue Asset Management
Retail and Office Markets Signal Recovery During the Second Half of 2010 by Lower Vacancy Rates and Picked Up Demand
Colliers International Albania has recently released its biannual research of the Real Estate Review for the second half of 2010. According to Colliers’ research, both office and retail markets picked up during the second half of 2010 marking lower vacancy rates while maintaining stable rents. - April 02, 2011 - Colliers International Albania
BESI Holds National Training & Certification Seminar for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspection and Remediation
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s next National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held April 11-12, 2011. This is the most comprehensive two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - April 01, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
St. Louis Area Homebuilder, Payne Family Homes’ Ed Lott Wins HBA Service Award for 3rd Year - Honored for 3 Consecutive Years for Dedication to Sales & Marketing Council
Edward G. Lott, Payne Family Homes Vice President-Sales & Marketing, has been honored with the Hugh L. Pettus Award for an unprecedented third year in a row by the Home Builders Association of St. Louis and Eastern Missouri. The prestigious award is presented to the HBA’s Sales & Marketing Council builder member who does the most to further the council’s goals. No other SMC member has ever won the award three consecutive times. - April 01, 2011 - Payne Family Homes
Aeroplex / Aerolease Group - Working with the Children's Burn Foundation to Make a Child's Dream Come True
9-year-old Walter Gomez, Jr. and 7-year-old sister Ebony earn their wings four years after tragic car fire (Van Nuys, CA, Sept. 15, 2010) – Involved in a devastating car fire in April 2004, today 9-year-old Walter Gomez, Jr. and his 7-year-old sister Ebony fulfilled a dream of flying by taking the controls of a single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza aircraft in the skies above Los Angeles. - April 01, 2011 - Aeroplex / Aerolease Group
Dream Town Has Highest Percentage of CAR Top Producers in Chicago
Dream Town Realty was represented en masse last week at the annual Chicago Association of REALTORS Awards. Eighteen percent of the company's agents received Top Producer recognition, a larger percentage than any other agency in Chicago. - April 01, 2011 - Dream Town Realty
Blue Asset Management Closes on Barrington Property
Charles Blumenkehl, managing partner of Blue Asset Management LLC, announced his fund has sold its holdings in Barrington, New Jersey. According to Blumenkehl, “After closes on millions of dollars of non-performing mortgages and distressed property throughout New Jersey, we began to... - April 01, 2011 - Blue Asset Management
The Corvus Group Delivers Due Diligence Solutions on More Than $5 Billion of Commercial Real Estate Loans
The Corvus Group, Inc., a diversified commercial real estate capital services company that serves public and private sector clients nationwide, announced its Capital Markets division completed two commercial real estate loan due diligence assignments supporting both buyer and seller activities. - March 31, 2011 - The Corvus Group
The State of Retail Improving Steadily; Tenants Still Getting Great Deals
The retail sector has hit bottom, and retailers are starting to expand again, according to experts on the most recent episode of the Commercial Real Estate Show. For companies willing to add locations, there are good real estate deals to be had. “There are still pockets of weakness going... - March 31, 2011 - Bull Realty
CityCenter of CityNorth Offers Free Fitness Fridays April 1 Through August 26
The nation’s latest fitness phenomenon – the CrossFit method – will be taught for free along with rejuvenating yoga classes as part of the CityCenter of CityNorth Fitness Friday events. This popular event has returned for a third year to help Phoenix residents prepare for swimsuit season and develop healthier habits. - March 31, 2011 - CityCenter of CityNorth
Frank Lapasso Joins The Soda Group at Keller Williams in Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Experienced Agent Will Focus on Residential, Commercial and Bank-Owned Properties in the Greater Sarasota Area. - March 31, 2011 - The Soda Group
Charles Reinhart Company Relocation Department Attends Global Real Estate Conference
Susan Kellam, Relocation Director, and Leslie Smith, Relocation Coordinator with the Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors (www.ReinhartRealtors.com) recently attended the 2011 Leading Real Estate Companies of the World (LeadingRE) conference March 8-10th. The annual event attracted 850 top real... - March 31, 2011 - Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors
American Land List, LLC has Decided to Offer Free Listings to Its Users
www.americanlandlist.com is a subscription-based listing site. As a business offer, they have chosen to allow customers to freely place their property for sale on this site for a certain time period if those same customers will simply link their sites with American Land List’s site. - March 30, 2011 - American Land List, LLC
The Former Location of BC Corral Western Wear Offered at Absolute Auction
Higgenbotham Auctioneers International announced the auction of the former location of BC Corral Western Wear. The 11,400±SF commercial building on 5.85± acres is located at 4509 US Hwy 92 E, Lakeland, FL. The property will be offered absolute to the last and highest bidder. The... - March 30, 2011 - Higgenbotham Auctioneers International
Michelle Frenzel Earns Accredited Staging Professional Designation
Frenzel Properties offers complimentary home staging consultations. - March 30, 2011 - Frenzel Properties
Total Mortgage Services Receives District of Columbia Mortgage Lender License
Total Mortgage Services has expanded its geographic footprint and is now approved to originate residential mortgage loans in Washington, D.C. - March 29, 2011 - Total Mortgage
Blue Asset Management Sells Millville Property
Charles Blumenkehl, managing partner for Blue Asset Management LLC, announced his company has sold its last remaining Cumberland County property in Milleville, New Jersey. According to Blumenkehl, the property, a vacant multi family structure in need of rehabilitation, was acquired through... - March 28, 2011 - Blue Asset Management
Senior Friendship Center of Naples Honored with Diamond Volunteer Award By Program Founder, Kelly E. Capolino
The retired physicians who donate their time and expertise to the Friendship Health Clinic, Collier, were thanked for their dedication at the Diamond Volunteer Award reception held for 2011 winner, Senior Friendship Centers. - March 28, 2011 - Kelly E. Capolino
Royals Oaks Building Group Celebrates Neighborhood Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Local Homebuilder Joins Apex Chamber of Commerce to Mark Completion of Holland Farm Community in Apex - March 27, 2011 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
MERJS Appointed as Sole Commercial Property Agent for Newly Refurbished Soho Offices in Dean Street, W1
MERJS, a leading London commercial property agency, has been appointed as sole commercial property agent for the third floor office space of newly refurbished Soho offices in Dean Street, W1 - March 27, 2011 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Santa Clarita Real Estate Agent Helps Homeonwers in Financial Distress
Local Real Estate Agent Releases New Report Outlining Straightforward Solutions for Homeowners that are behind on their mortgage payments and seek to Avoid Foreclosure. Daysi Jarquin explains some of the options to homeowners that are facing foreclosure and they owe more than their home is worth. - March 27, 2011 - Daysi Jarquin
Albania Property Group Launching of Macedonia Lalzit Bay Resort Project
Albania Property Group and CSS Property Partners LP, a subsidiary of CSS LLP had a successful launching of the Lalzit Bay Resort in Macedonia, specifically in the cities of Gostivar and Skopje. The General Manager of the developer’s team Mr. Ravin Maharajah was present together with the Managing Director of Albania Property Group Mr. Ilir Konomi. - March 26, 2011 - Albania Property Group
Prudential YSU Real Estate Team Awarded Chairman Circle Gold Award
Lee & Pamela St. Peter of Prudential YSU Realty have been named to Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services prestigious Chairman’s Circle–Gold for 2010. Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services is a company of Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE:PRU]. - March 26, 2011 - The St. Peter Team
Blue Asset Management LLC Weathers Floods in Northern New Jersey
With rental properties throughout northern New Jersey, Blue Asset Management had its share of problems resulting from the recent flooding in the area. - March 26, 2011 - Blue Asset Management
West Virginia’s Largest CPA and Consulting Firm Opens Columbus Office
PSB Realty Advisors have leased space to West Virginia's largest CPA and Consulting Firm in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. - March 25, 2011 - PSB Realty Advisors
A1 Costa Rica Properties Partners with A1 Costa Rica Real Estate
A1 Costa Rica Properties S.A. has entered in a partnership with A1 Costa Rica Real Estate S.A. to increase their internet visibility. - March 25, 2011 - A1 Costa Rica Properties S.A.
Sold: Multi-Use Building in Downtown West Bend
Patrick Gallagher and Matson Holbrook of Siegel-Gallagher, Inc., represented Sheboygan-based Community Bank & Trust in the sale of a 21,534-square-foot apartment, office, and retail building in downtown West Bend. The unique mixed-use property, which was originally constructed in 1893 with... - March 25, 2011 - Siegel-Gallagher
American Institute of Architects Detroit Urban Priorities Committee to Host "Detroit By Design"
Symposiums and exhibits to highlight themes of transportation, urban centers and urban agriculture as they relate to the city of Detroit. - March 25, 2011 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
FDA Grants PharmaJet 510(k) Clearance on Intradermal Needle-free Injection Device
First FDA-cleared needle-free injection alternative to needle-based “Mantoux” method. - March 25, 2011 - PharmaJet, Inc.
New Service Allows Homebuyers to Retrieve Closing Documents Online
Cornerstone Title has announced the implementation of a groundbreaking service that will enable homebuyers to access their closing documents online through one comprehensive portal. Buyers will have secure access to their documents – including mortgage, HUD documents, note, deed, and title... - March 25, 2011 - CornerStone Title
Remediation Performed for Structures with Defective Drywall Should be Done Properly the First Time, According to BESI
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held on April 11-12, 2011 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This is the most comprehensive course two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - March 24, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Hughes Design Associates Designs Private Residence on Kiawah Island in Charleston, South Carolina
Hughes Design Associates is celebrated for progressive and dynamic interior architectural services. The firm has created complete interior design packages for countless luxury hotels, spas, and private residences and is known for designing some of the most magnificent residences and hotel properties worldwide, including over ten Ritz Carlton properties, The Cloister at Sea Island, The historic Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC, and the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia. - March 24, 2011 - Hughes Design Associates
25 Homesites in White Bluff Resort Offered at Absolute Auction
Higgenbotham Auctioneers International announced the auction of 25 homesites in the White Bluff Resort in Whitney, TX. The homesites will be offered absolute to the last and highest bidder with no minimum or reserve bids. The auction will be held at 1 PM, Saturday, April 9 in the Hillsboro Outlet... - March 24, 2011 - Higgenbotham Auctioneers International
Larson Educational Services Fills Void for Andy Gray Schools of Real Estate
Fort Myers based real estate school, Larson Educational Services opens at SRQ in Sarasota, FL. - March 23, 2011 - Larson Educational Services
Leading London Commercial Property Agency MERJS Lets Waterloo Office Space in Recently Refurbished Warehouse Conversion to Groupe Zannier
MERJS, a leading London commercial property agency, announces that the entire 5th floor of 10 Leake Street, a comfort cooled office space in a recently refurbished converted warehouse, has been let to Groupe Zannier. - March 23, 2011 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Century 21 All Islands Makes Management Staff Appointment
Real Estate Brokerage Names Marina Batham as Broker-in-Charge for Kahului Office. - March 23, 2011 - Century 21 All Islands
New York City Foreclosure Listings in February 2011 Down 82% from February 2010 Levels
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions was down 82% in February 2011 compared to February 2010, and was down 59% from January 2011. - March 22, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
Free Night Specials and Discounts Characterize Brett/Robinson Spring Rates
With the arrival of spring comes plans for spring break and vacations, and Brett/Robinson is currently offering several savings options to help vacationers plan their getaway to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. - March 22, 2011 - Brett Robinson
American Land List Has Posted a New Listing
Nine Lovely Wooded Acres of Land For Sale near Kerr Lake NC. - March 20, 2011 - American Land List, LLC
Hotel Galvez to Host Spanish Wine Event during Food and Wine Festival
As part of its ongoing monthly centennial celebrations, Hotel Galvez & Spa, A Wyndham Grand® Hotel, will host a Spanish Wine Pairing Dinner on Friday, April 15 at 7 p.m. with visiting Chef Pedro Angel Garcia of Houston’s El Meson Restaurant. This special event is part of the 2011... - March 20, 2011 - Mitchell Historic Properties
California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom to Deliver Keynote Address at the ACI National Home Performance Conference
Affordable Comfort, Inc. (ACI), the nation’s leading educational resource for home performance and weatherization, is pleased to announce California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom will deliver the keynote address of the National Home Performance Conference in San Francisco, CA, on March... - March 20, 2011 - Affordable Comfort, Inc.
Golden State Short Sale Partners with Advocacy Group for Distressed Homeowners
GoldenStateShortSale.com, which helps distressed homeowners avoid foreclosure, has partnered up with Homeowners Help Advocates, an advocacy group that assists with note modification prior to a foreclosure or short sale. - March 20, 2011 - Golden State Short Sale
Pearls Letting Agency Launches New Reviews Website
Pearls Letting Agency offers new clients the opportunity to source the experiences of previous guests and also discover the magic of the Philippines. - March 19, 2011 - Pearls Letting Agency
Marin Luxury Home Sales Edge Up in February, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Luxury home sales in Marin County moved higher in February from the previous month, but declined slightly from last year, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 29 homes sold for more than $1 million in... - March 19, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Shodeen Introduces 2 New Home Designs at Mill Creek in Geneva
For years, Shodeen Homes kept their winning floorplan formula virtually unchanged at Mill Creek, its master-planned, golf course community in Geneva featuring semi-custom single-family homes. Now, to help kickoff its 50th anniversary year, the builder has decided to make what was already a great... - March 19, 2011 - Shodeen Homes
Home Sales in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Registered Mild Decline in February, RE/MAX Reports
February home sales in the seven-county metropolitan Chicago real estate market registered mild declines when measured against January of this year and February of last year, according to an analysis of sales data by the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network. The analysis looked at all sales... - March 19, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Ryland Homes Kicks Off Preconstruction Sales at Herrington Estates in Bolingbrook
Preconstruction sales are now underway at Herrington Estates, Ryland Homes’ brand new community of single-family homes in Bolingbrook that’s conveniently located near I-55 within highly acclaimed school district 202. Two fully furnished models are expected to open by late April, and... - March 19, 2011 - Ryland Homes Chicago
Hard Money Bankers to be Featured at This Weekend’s Exponential Wealth Exchange Expo
This weekend, March 18-21, the 2011 Exponential Wealth Exchange will be held in Columbia, Maryland at The Double Tree Hotel and Conference Center. The Exponential Wealth Exchange is a convergence of wealth building experts including real estate investors, business owners and personal wealth experts. - March 19, 2011 - Hard Money Bankers
Silicon Valley’s Luxury Housing Market Improves in February, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Silicon Valley’s million-dollar housing market gained strength in February compared to the previous month, with both sales and the median sale price moving higher, according Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the South Bay’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total... - March 19, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage