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The Bright Side of Housing: Home Affordability Soars in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market, RE/MAX Reports
The affordability of a classic single-family home has improved by 66 percent in the seven-county metropolitan Chicago real estate market over the last five years, according to a review by RE/MAX employing the traditional measure of home affordability developed by the National Association of... - November 24, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Lincoln Property Company Signs 39,408 Square Foot Lease at 4720 West Van Buren with Core Materials Distribution
The Phoenix office of Lincoln Property Company, a full-service real estate firm providing property management, receivership services, leasing, development and project management, announced it has signed a new lease for 39,408 square feet with Core Materials Distribution, LLC. Lincoln Property... - November 24, 2010 - Lincoln Property Company
Lead Galaxy Extends Deal with A Place in the Sun
Lead Galaxy has signed a new operational agreement with A Place in the Sun to manage property listings and advertising inventory on aplaceinthesun.com for a further two years, with an additional range of commercial and marketing solutions planned for the first quarter of 2011. - November 24, 2010 - Lead Galaxy
Greater Valley Group to Build SIP Homes in Two Communities
Greater Valley Group (GVG), based in West Point, Ga., and EH Systems, LLC based in New Braunfels, Texas, announced a partnership to begin construction on two Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) homes in Lanett, Ala. on Nov. 15. These energy-efficient homes will be featured at Quail Run, a new... - November 24, 2010 - Greater Valley Group, LLC
New York City Foreclosure Listings in October Fall 21% from 2009 Levels
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions (247) was up 16% in October 2010 compared to September 2010, but was down 21% from October 2009 (314). - November 23, 2010 - PropertyShark.com
Renaissance Italian Church Turned Modern Home Boasts Original Restored Murals on HouseInTheSun.com
HouseInTheSun.com is proud to present a renaissance church, complete with a restored mural, that was converted into a modern residence located in the lovely Italian town of Trevi, Umbria. - November 23, 2010 - House in the sun Scandinavia AB
Terry Iwaniw, REALTOR of ReSales & Investment Realty, LLC to Expand Into Commercial Properties
Building on the successful first-time home buyer and HUD Home Marketing base, Terry Iwaniw has decided to expand his business into the sales and leasing of commercial and multi-family property marketing. - November 22, 2010 - Terry Iwaniw Real Estate Services
October Home Sales in Metro Chicago Real Estate Market Saw Price Stabilization and Decline in Transactions, RE/MAX Reports
A RE/MAX anaylsis reveals that home prices in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market reached somewhat firmer ground in October even as transaction volume continued to decline. Both median and average prices of homes sold in the seven-county metro area were higher in October than September, while transaction volume was 14 percent lower. - November 21, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Charlotte Real Estate Company is Expanding in Toughest Real Estate Market in Decades
Carolinas Metro Realty is expanding and opening an additional office in Uptown Charlotte NC. Despite the tough real estate market, the full-service real estate and property management company is staying strong and will be interviewing for more agents and property managers to join the company. - November 21, 2010 - Carolinas Metro Realty
Brett/Robinson Offers Special Savings to Facebook Fans
Brett/Robinson Vacations will offer a special deal on Cyber Monday to social “fans” of the company. The deals will only be extended to fans via email. Individuals who are interested in receiving the details of this special must “like” Brett/Robinson on Facebook. Fans must... - November 21, 2010 - Brett Robinson
Local Agent Receives Training to Effectively Counsel Real Estate Investors, Provide Wealth-Building Strategies
Kerry Thornhill of Virginia Cook Realtors in Dallas has earned the prestigious Certified Investor Agent Specialist™ (CIAS) Designation, having completed extensive training to understand the different real estate investor types, and the investment opportunities, financing options and... - November 20, 2010 - Kerry Thornhill
South Brunswick New Jersey Business Woman Named RESA 2011 Rookie Stager Finalist
Marian Jacobsen, owner of Distinctive Decor and Design in South Brunswick, New Jersey, has been named finalist in the Real Estate Staging Association's 2011 Rookie Stager of the Year for the Northeast Region. - November 20, 2010 - Distinctive Decor and Design LLC
HomeRun Homes Accepted Into The Building Trades Association (BTA)
HomeRun Homes, the long-standing marketplace for Rent to Own Homes, is now a confirmed member of the prestigious Building Trades Association. Longevity and Service to the Building/Construction Segment The Building Trades Association, or BTA, which consists of member companies involved in all... - November 20, 2010 - HomeRun Homes
RE/MAX Elite in Hinsdale Holds Holiday Toy Drive for Children's Memorial Hospital
The real estate professionals at RE/MAX Elite in Hinsdale, Ill., are doing their part to spread some cheer this holiday season. The brokerage, located at 28 W. Hinsdale Ave., will hold a toy drive on Nov. 26 to benefit Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago. The toy drive will take place... - November 20, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
AIA Detroit Announces Honor Award Winners
Architect recipients include architects Victor A. Saroki, FAIA; William Dunn, Robert L. Ziegelman, FAIA; Cory C. Lavigne, AIA LEED® AP; and Janice L. Suchan, AIA LEED® AP. Firm recipients include SmithGroup, inFORM Studio, SHW Group, Albert Kahn Associates Inc., and Constantine George Pappas AIA Architecture/Planning. - November 20, 2010 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Giving Back on Thanksgiving – VIP Realty Platinum
VIP Realty Platinum, and Broker Harry Ridge, are gearing up for their second annual Thanksgiving Brigade giving back to the community. They understand the challenges many people and families are facing in theses challenging times. On Thanksgiving Day they will give meals and care packages full of... - November 20, 2010 - VIP Realty Platinum
Local Agent Receives Training to Effectively Counsel Real Estate Investors, Provide Wealth-Building Strategies
Christine Cura of Keller Williams Realty in Metuchen has earned the prestigious Certified Investor Agent Specialist™ (CIAS) Designation, having completed extensive training to understand the different real estate investor types, and the investment opportunities, financing options and calculations needed to provide solutions for each. - November 19, 2010 - Cura & Associates at Keller Williams Realty
74 Billion JPY (887 Million USD) in Logistics Property Transactions Recorded in Japan in 2010
Bear Logi Co., Ltd an industrial real estate company based in Japan has released a series of new logistics property market reports for 2010. One of the studies revealed that 14 logistics property transactions were recorded in Japan for the year up to October 2010 at a combined value of JPY 74.14... - November 19, 2010 - Bear Logi
Ten Steps to Help Distressed Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure from Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS®
Tough economic times mean many homeowners face difficult choices, including the possibility of foreclosure. However, there are pro-active steps homeowners can take to head off involuntarily losing their homes. Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® ‘s dedicated foreclosure website, www.raleighrealestateforeclosures.com, has a new report detailing ten steps that homeowners can take to head off losing their home to foreclosure. - November 19, 2010 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Another Top Producer Carlos Evans Joins Keller Williams Capitol Properties in Rockville, Tennessee
Keller Williams Capitol Properties is proud to announce that Affiliate Carlos Evans has joined the company's office located at 15400 Calhoun Drive in Rockville Maryland. - November 19, 2010 - Keller Williams Capital Properties
Lead Galaxy to Operate Homesgofast.com
Lead generation giant Lead Galaxy has taken over the operation of property search site, Homesgofast.com, in a deal set to create one of the largest international property website platforms in the world. - November 19, 2010 - Lead Galaxy
The Jones Company Recognizes Star Realtors
The Jones Company selected a group of nearly twenty star realtors to treat to a 5-star brunch at Union Station Hotel, with prizes, presentations of awards, and a private tour of the historic landmark. Each of the realtors was awarded a “Star Realtors” certificate and keychain, and many... - November 18, 2010 - The Jones Company
Memphis Area Real Estate Agent Receives Training to Effectively Counsel Real Estate Investors, Provide Wealth-Building Strategies
Rita Driver, of The Driver Team @ All Stars Realty in Memphis, TN has recently attended training to become one of the first 100 CIAS agents (Certified Investor Agent Specialists) in the United States. This ground breaking designation allows her a more complete understanding of the real estate investor market and how to better assist Real Estate investors in becoming profitable in the Investor market. - November 18, 2010 - All Stars Realty Memphis, The Driver Team
The Dream Home Realty Group at Sky Realty Publishes Its Austin Neighborhood Guide
The Dream Home Realty Group’s AustinRealEstateHomesBlog.com, Austin Homes and Real Estate Blog, publishes its Austin TX neighborhood guide to help home buyers relocating to Austin, TX identify areas of town to live in. - November 18, 2010 - The Dream Home Realty Group at Sky Realty
Veranda Designer Homes Wins “Best Study/Office” Award from HBA of Greater Dallas
Extraordinary attention to detail distinguishes Veranda Designer Homes' design among luxury estates in Dallas/Fort Worth area. - November 18, 2010 - Veranda Designer Homes
BusinesSuites Executive Appointed President-Elect of Industry Trade Association
At its 23rd annual conference in Coral Gables, Florida, the Office Business Center Association International (OBCAI) announced the appointment of John G. Jordan as president-elect. Jordan will lead the organization as president in 2011-2012. Jordan is president of BusinesSuites, LP, the Austin,... - November 17, 2010 - BusinesSuites
The Preserve at Lookout Mountain Resort Parcels Offered at Higgenbotham Auction
Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) announced the auction of properties in The Preserve at Lookout Mountain Resort on Saturday, November 20 in Rising Fawn, GA. The inventory is comprised of 64 lots and 5 cabin parcels, with 20 lots and 1 cabin parcel to be sold absolute to the last and... - November 17, 2010 - Higgenbotham Auctioneers International
Stagedhomes.com Announces Accredited Home Staging Professional® Training Developed by Barb Schwarz, Creator of Home Staging, Scheduled for December, 2010
Stagedhomes.com announced today its upcoming schedule for Home Staging® classes for December, 2010. Classes will be offered in Bellevue, WA; Denver, CO; Fairfax, VA; Palm Desert, CA; and Somerset/Branchburg, NJ. Following a two-day course, real estate agents will earn the ASP® Real Estate... - November 17, 2010 - Stagedhomes.com
Mercantile Capital Corp. Reports Six Commercial Loans in October Valued at More than $20.3 Million
Mercantile Capital Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Old Florida National Bank, reported it closed six commercial loans in Florida, California and Connecticut in October valued at more than $20.3 million. Christopher Hurn, chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corp., said the... - November 17, 2010 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Century 21 Ruple Properties Introduces Commercial Development Site
Century 21 Ruple Properties announces the listing and sales agreement between the company and the property owners of 8914 IH35, a 3.75 acre prime location commercial lot. Real Estate Development companies, investors, corporations and business owners alike, will find a great opportunity to grab... - November 17, 2010 - Century 21 Ruple Properties
Canadian Business Woman Finalist for the RESA Professional Stager of the Year 2011 Awards
Monica Stanciu from Staged 2 Sell Solutions Inc. nominated for the RESA Professional Stager of the Year 2011 Awards. - November 17, 2010 - Staged 2 Sell Solutions Inc.
Myers Team with Century 21 MoneyWorld Warn Homeowners to Beware of Nevada Short Sale Experts and Nevada Short Sale Specialists
In the distressed Las Vegas housing market, many local Realtors are calling themselves short sale experts, however, many of these self-proclaimed short sale experts have little or no experience actually closing short sale transactions. What criterion constitutes an expert? According to a report released October 13, 2010 by IMS Advanced Realty Data Services, The Myers Team with Century 21 MoneyWorld is the top short sale team in Nevada. - November 16, 2010 - Century 21 MoneyWorld The Myers Team
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short Sale Specialists, completes another Bank of America Short Sale
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short sale Agents uses comprehensive Las Vegas Short Sale System for Las Vegas, Henderson, and North Las Vegas Short Sales leading to Bank of America Short Sale Closing. - November 15, 2010 - Ballen Brands
Wadham & Isherwood Reports Multiple Lettings at Watchmoor Park, Camberley, Surrey, UK
Following previous transactions earlier in the year Watchmoor Estates, advised by Wadham & Isherwood and CBRE, has completed the letting of 23,789 sq ft (2,210 sq m) of office space at Watchmoor Park, Camberley to Telindus. - November 14, 2010 - Wadham & Isherwood
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Acquires Cashin Company in San Francisco Bay Area
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the leading real estate services company in the San Francisco Bay Area, is expanding with the acquisition of Cashin Company Realtors, one of the Peninsula's leading local brokerages. - November 13, 2010 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Bill and Francoise Myers, Owners of The Myers Team with Century 21 Recognized as Nevada Short Sale Experts
A recent report provided by IMS Advanced Realty Data Services named The Myers Team with Century 21 MoneyWorld the #1 Short Sale Real Estate Team in Nevada. - November 12, 2010 - Century 21 MoneyWorld The Myers Team
Rosewood San Miguel de Allende Approved for $88 Million Line of Credit
Rosewood San Miguel de Allende, a community that encompasses a 67-room resort and the Artesana Rosewood Residences, is the recipient of an $88 million loan from Mexico’s largest bank, Banamex. It is the single largest loan in real estate in San Miguel de Allende, and in the history of the state of Guanajuato. - November 12, 2010 - Artesana Rosewood Residences
Destination Hotels & Resorts Selects Green Key Certification
Destination Hotels & Resorts, the innovative hotel and resort management company consistently recognized as one of the leaders in the industry, announced it had selected the Green Key Eco-Rating Program (Green Key) as the “green” certification of choice for its 30-plus properties. - November 12, 2010 - Green Key Global
The Ballen Group, a Las Vegas Short Sale Specialist Team, Has Hired Bob Watman as Buyer Specialist
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Real Estate Agents in Nevada, hire Bob Watman to represent Nevada Real Estate Buyers. - November 12, 2010 - Ballen Brands
AIA Detroit Urban Priorities Committee Presents “Express Detroit”
Panel discussion to focus on urban agriculture, urban centers and transportation as it pertains to the city of Detroit. - November 12, 2010 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C. Attorney Selected as “Up & Coming Lawyer” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
Geoffrey M. Brown recognized among 20 attorneys recognized by Michigan Lawyers Weekly for its “Up & Coming Lawyers” honors. - November 12, 2010 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Kelly E. Capolino PA Market Update: Southwest Florida Buyers Need to Act Fast
Southwest Florida real estate agent Kelly Capolino provides the latest statistics and advice for how buyers and sellers can take advantage of the market as season begins. - November 12, 2010 - Kelly E. Capolino
GeoAssurance is the First to Include High Pressure Gas Pipelines Maps in Their Environmental Reports for the Entire State of California
GeoAssurance, a Natural Hazard Disclosure Company, is the first to map high pressure gas pipelines throughout the State of California including the 100 most risky segments considered to be in need of repair. - November 12, 2010 - GeoAssurance
Total Mortgage Services Receives New York Mortgage Banker License
New York borrowers can take advantage of some of the industry’s lowest mortgage rates and personalized service - November 10, 2010 - Total Mortgage
Luxury Residences Cheval Gloucester Park London Announces New Extended Stay Licence
Cheval Gloucester Park, a Cheval Residences Property, offers announces luxury serviced apartment extended stays available from 28 days under new licence. - November 10, 2010 - cheval residences
The Ballen Group, a Las Vegas Short Sale Specialist Team, Has Hired William (Bill) Hargraves as Buyer Specialist
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Real Estate Specialists in Nevada, has hired Bill Hargraves to represent Nevada Real Estate Buyers. - November 10, 2010 - Ballen Brands
Ideal Contractors of Wisconsin Launches Website
Commercial construction contracting company, Ideal Contractors of Wisconsin, launches new website. - November 08, 2010 - Ideal Contractors of Wisconsin
OAC Management Project Receives International Recognition for Quality
Quality Assurance Observation program implemented on recently completed Vail hotel is generating more buzz than anyone expected. - November 07, 2010 - OAC Management Inc
Experienced Agent Roger Angeloni Joins Long Realty Oro Valley
Long Realty Company is pleased to welcome Roger Angeloni to the Long Realty team. Angeloni joins Long Realty’s Oro Valley branch office, 10445 N. Oracle Road. Angeloni, a licensed REALTOR® since 2008, recently relocated to Sun City Vistoso with his wife, after having resided in the... - November 06, 2010 - Long Realty
Padalino Team Releases October 2010 Market Information
Padalino Team of Columbia SC releases their October 2010 market information and commentary. - November 06, 2010 - Padalino Team