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Denver Metro Area Luxury Home Sales Up in November, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Luxury home sales in the Denver Metro Area rose in November from the previous month and a year ago, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Colorado’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 45 homes changed hands for more than $1 million last month, up from... - December 18, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
COhomefinder.com Has a New Look
COhomefinder.com, Colorado's most popular real estate listing search site, has updated it's appearance. The home page and content of the website are changing to provide the most relevant information real estate clients throughout Colorado are looking for. It is 8z Real Estate's way to practice "real estate for real life." - December 18, 2011 - 8z Real Estate
RE/MAX Agents Anticipate Modest Improvement for Metro Chicago Real Estate Market in 2012
What’s ahead for the housing segment of the metropolitan Chicago real estate market in 2012? RE/MAX recently asked a representative sampling of its experienced agents for their assessment of where the market stands today and what the New Year may hold. A sizable majority of those agents... - December 17, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Gene Pitzer Joins The Rachel Kendall Team of Keller Williams Realty
Full-Service Real Estate Firm in Raleigh Adds Broker/Buyer Agent with 21 Years of Sales and Management Experience - December 17, 2011 - Rachel Kendall Team
Coldwell Banker Feltrim Launches Program to the Canadian Market
Coldwell Banker Feltrim has launched a program just for Canadian investors. - December 16, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Feltrim
Mary Mastro Named Realtor Member of the Year by Women's Council of Realtors
Keller Williams Agent Honored by WCR Sarasota Chapter - December 16, 2011 - Keller Williams Realty Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch
Commercial Property Agency MERJS Announces Letting of 2nd Floor Media Style Office Space in the Heart of Soho
MERJS have let the entire second floor comprising 1,288 sq ft of media style accommodation in the heart of Soho. - December 16, 2011 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
RE/MAX Classic: New System Pinpoints Why Having a Public Open House to Sell a Home is Not a Good Idea
Recent studies show that when selling a home, whether you’re a realtor or an individual trying to sell your home on the open market, having an open house is the worse way to get it sold. According to a national study conducted by NDP Group, an industry leader in consumer trends and market... - December 15, 2011 - RE/MAX Classic
The Ballen Group, Las Vegas Short Sale Agents, Obtains Bank of America Short Sale Approval in Nevada
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 Approval waiving the deficiency for the seller. - December 15, 2011 - Ballen Brands
Tidal Homes Offers Luxurious Holiday Cottages in Northumberland
Luxurious Holiday cottages are being offered at reasonable price in Northumberland by Tidal Homes. - December 15, 2011 - Tidal Homes
Chicago Home Staging Company, Showhomes Naperville, Hires New General Manager, Marie Tilton
Chicago home staging company, Showhomes Naperville, recently hired Marie Tilton as the company’s new General Manager. Tilton will be providing home staging and management services to realtors and individuals who own vacant real estate. - December 14, 2011 - Showhomes Naperville
New Business Ideas in Real Estate and Top Franchise Opportunity in India
RE/MAX organized a couple of events recently in Western India to educate real estate agents, investors, and those looking for small business ideas or franchise opportunities in real estate in Mumbai, Gujarat and Maharashtra. - December 14, 2011 - RE/MAX MGM
Open House Group Lends Support to Travel Industry Fundraiser
Open House Group has teamed up with the charity Passports with Purpose to help fundraise money for children in Africa. By making a small donation you are automatically in with a chance to win a holiday! - December 14, 2011 - Open House Spain
ERG Property Advisors Announces Availability of Prime Mixed-Use Building on Lower East Side
ERG Property Advisors is pleased to announce the availability 355 Grand Street also known as 51 Essex Street, a prime mixed-use property in New York, NY. The building is located on the corner of Grand and Essex Streets, in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan. The asking price for the... - December 14, 2011 - ERG Property Advisors
Outer Banks Real Estate Shares the Upcoming Workshop Events in Outer Banks
Outer Banks Real Estate by Bill Holt reports about the upcoming workshop events in Outer Banks. - December 13, 2011 - Outer Banks Real Estate
Welsh Team Uses Video to Sell Venice Florida Real Estate
The Welsh Team uses high definition video tours to sell their Venice Florida real estate listings in less time. - December 12, 2011 - Gulf Shores Realty
Lakefront Living Realty, LLC Announces Southern NH Strategic Partnership
Lakefront Living Realty, LLC is proud to announce a Strategic Partnership with Realtor Darlene Sodano from of Townsend, MA as a Southern New Hampshire Premier Lakefront Specialist. - December 11, 2011 - Lakefront Living International, LLC
YOUhome Expands Through Acquisition of Berkeleys Estate Agent, Canford Cliffs, Poole
YOUhome is delighted to announce the expansion of their residential property sales and letting business through the acquisition of Berkeleys, an independent estate agency based in Canford Cliffs, Poole. Berkeleys provides residential estate sales agency services to the Canford Cliffs area, where... - December 10, 2011 - YOUhome
Mary Ann Knell & the Knell Group of Coldwell Banker Honig Bell Named One of America's Top 1,000 Real Estate Professionals/Professional Teams by the Wall Street Journal
The Knell Group, Peoria, Had an Impressive $47,092,750 in Volume Becoming One of Peoria’s Top Professionals - December 10, 2011 - The Knell Group | Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell
Holiday Shoppers Can Gift a Gulf Vacation via Brett/Robinson’s Gift Certificates
The holiday shopping season is upon us, and Brett/Robinson has a specific gift idea for travel-minded shoppers: the beach. For a limited time, consumers can purchase Brett/Robinson gift certificates to be used toward booking a vacation with the company. The gift cards can be purchased for any... - December 10, 2011 - Brett Robinson
Advent Tops 750 Rentals – Vancouver’s Essential Rental Selection
“If you want to rent.... rent with Advent”! For investment property owners and renters Advent has become a household name. In just over 5 years Advent has built an online portfolio of over 750 rentals ranging from executive rentals in Vancouver’s more glamorous neighbourhoods;... - December 10, 2011 - Advent Real Estate Services Ltd.
Florida Real Estate Steals Abound, Ibis Country Club is a Prime Example, Says Realtor Tali Wolder
Real estate in Florida continues to offer exceptional opportunities for great buys. Newer homes, completed at the peak of the market are showing the sharpest declines in price but offer the best value. Almost new homes are 50% of the original purchase price. Experts say, "Time to get off the fence and buy in Florida." - December 09, 2011 - Floridian International Realty, Inc.
“Leaders in Luxury 2011” Draws Top Luxury Real Estate Professionals
Masha Halpern of Masha Halpern & The Smart Move Team, Keller Williams Realty-Chapel Hill, attends invitation-only luxury real estate conclave. - December 09, 2011 - Keller Williams Realty – Chapel Hill, NC (Masha Halpern)
RE/MAX Alliance Group Agents Sweep WCR Awards in Bradenton, FL
RE/MAX Agents Recognized by the Manatee Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS - December 09, 2011 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
Pre-Construction Sale & 90-Day Delivery Available at Sleepy Hollow in Warren Twp., NJ
Be in a new home in the New Year - Pre-Construction Sale & 90-day delivery available at Sleepy Hollow, a collection of custom estates in Warren Twp., NJ. - December 09, 2011 - Coldwell Banker New Homes
Julie Felsen Joins Redesigned Realty
Redesigned Realty is proud to announce that Julie Felsen has joined Colorado's most innovative real estate companies. - December 08, 2011 - Redesigned Realty
The Ballen Group Launches "Mentorship to Success," a Program for New Nevada Real Estate Agents
Mentorship to Success, a program developed by Richard & Lori Ballen, launched today in Las Vegas. The program helps people get their Nevada Real Estate License and in a real estate training program. - December 08, 2011 - Ballen Brands
RE/MAX Select R.E. Welcomes New Broker
RE/MAX Select Real Estate in Maple Valley, WA welcomes former Windermere Broker, Janey Ullman as the newest member of their sales team. - December 08, 2011 - RE/MAX Select Real Estate
NYC Apartment Review Site Rentenna.com Presents "Tips on Holiday Tipping!" Infographic
Rentenna.com offers a free apartment rating tool that shows renters whether a particular apartment is where they would want to live. For the holidays, Rentenna.com has released their first-ever "Tips on Holiday Tipping" infographic that breaks down the average tip ranges for the most common service providers. - December 07, 2011 - Rentenna
Barb Woods Earns NAR Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification
Barb Woods, Broker with Crowne Realty, has earned the nationally recognized Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource certification. Barb offers Sellers the choice of a flat fee or reduced commission full service listing, allowing sellers to maximize the return on their property investment. - December 07, 2011 - Barb Woods, Realtor Crowne Realty
RE/MAX Agents Report that Buyers Face New Challenges – and Opportunities – When Applying for Mortgages
In a recent study of RE/MAX agents in northern Illinois, agents reported that although this remains a great time to buy a home due to ample inventory and mortgage interest rates at a historic low, earning approval for mortgage financing has become a longer and more difficult task. Mortgage... - December 07, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
The John C. Conover Agency Announces "Feed the County" Drive
This month the John C. Conover Agency is launching a Feed the County campaign using their Facebook page. For every new person up to 500 who "likes" the agency’s Facebook page between today and Dec. 31, the John C. Conover Agency will donate $1 toward the FoodBank of Monmouth and... - December 07, 2011 - The John C. Conover Agency
Joe Robaina Attends 2011 Miami International Real Estate Congress
Joe Robaina, founder of Platinum Worldwide Realty, LLC, a Miami real estate property shoppe and consultancy, attends the premier event for international real estate business in Miami which took place at the Biltmore Hotel and Conference center in Miami last November the 8th. Joe Robaina was among... - December 04, 2011 - Platinum Worldwide Group at Keller Williams Realty
Donna Tashjian with Keller Williams Urges Delinquent Borrows to Seek Alternatives to Foreclosure
Noting that the fear of foreclosure tends to cause many homeowners to go into denial or become frozen into inaction, Tashjian has launched a campaign at the outset of the holiday season to remind homeowners that they are not alone. - December 04, 2011 - Donna Tashjian
Pinellas County Short Sale Realtor Shares the Good News for Pinellas County Home Buyers
Pinellas County Short Sale Realtor, Wendy Smith, reports about the recent changes in mortgage interest rates for first time homebuyers in Pinellas, Polk and Pasco Counties. - December 04, 2011 - Pinellas County Short Sale Realtor
The Connect Realty Family Supports the Children's Tumor Foundation
On December 4th, 2011 Connect Realty team members will be running in the California International Marathon in support of Ava Lowell and the Children's Tumor Foundation. Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a debilitating progressive disorder that can cause tumors to grow anywhere in the body. NF affects 1 in... - December 02, 2011 - Connect Realty.com, Inc.
The Ballen Group Launches Salute Military Housing and Relocation Services Under the Direction of Sheli Miller
Salute Military Housing and Relocation Services in Nevada launched today under the ownership of The Ballen Group at Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas with the Direction of Sheli Miller. - December 02, 2011 - Ballen Brands
Andrew Bers Earns Five Star Institute Short Sale and REO Certifications
RE/MAX Alliance Group Associate is Qualified to Guide Short Sale and REO Transactions - December 02, 2011 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
RE/MAX International Awards Mike McNamara the Prestigious Platinum Club Award
RE/MAX International has awarded Mike McNamara, Manager/REALTOR of RE/MAX Realty Group of Fort Myers, Florida with the prestigious Platinum Club Award for outstanding sales achievements year to date through September 2011. Fewer than 3 percent of all real estate agents attain this level of sales... - December 02, 2011 - REMAX Realty Group South
Adrienne Weiner Joins RE/MAX Realty Group in Fort Myers, Florida
Adrienne Weiner has joined RE/MAX Realty Group in Fort Myers, Florida and brings years of professional experience to the South office according to office Manager Mike McNamara. - December 02, 2011 - REMAX Realty Group South
Tom Coler Inducted Into the NAR REBAC Hall of Fame
Owner of Buyer's Broker of Southwest Florida Inducted Into the National Association of Realtors Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council Hall of Fame. - December 01, 2011 - Buyer's Broker Of Southwest Florida
Three Foreclosed Ohio Properties Offered at Auction
Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) working in cooperation with NAI Cummins Real Estate, announced recently that they have been retained to offer 3 foreclosed buildings at auction on Thursday, December 8. The properties are big box stores located in Akron, Boardman, and Sheffield. Each... - December 01, 2011 - Higgenbotham Auctioneers International
RE/MAX Agents Share Ten Ways to Get the Best of Winter When Selling Your Home
If your home will be for sale this winter, it is important to master certain seasonal issues that are less significant or even non-existent at other times of the year. Here are 10 bits of sage advice from RE/MAX agents that can help put a “Sold” sticker on that yard sign. Let Those... - November 30, 2011 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
“The Pie’s the Limit” at Linda Craft & Team During the Annual Share a Pie for the Holidays Tradition
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® celebrated an annual tradition by sharing pies with clients ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The team distributed more than 500 apple and pumpkin pies Thanksgiving week. “We really enjoy this time of year,” noted Linda Craft. “It’s... - November 26, 2011 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
BNP Paribas Real Estate Research for Q3 Shows Highest Quarterly Industrial Take Up in UK Since 2009
Take-up in the logistics and industrial sectors across the UK totalled 10.39 million sq ft in the third quarter of 2011 according to BNP Paribas Real Estate, the highest take up figure since Q3 2009. Kevin Mofid, logistics analyst at BNP Paribas Real Estate said: “Take up for 2011, to the... - November 26, 2011 - BNP Paribas Real Estate
Anna-May Smith Joins RE/MAX Elite as New Sales Associate
Anna-May Smith has joined RE/MAX Elite as the newest member of this dynamic sales team. Smith brings to the office over 25 years of experience in real estate and was formerly with Tropical Realty & Investments of Brevard, Inc. “My first responsibility is to help my buyers and... - November 25, 2011 - RE/MAX Elite
Silicon Valley Luxury Home Sales Dip But Prices Edge Higher, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Luxury home sales in Silicon Valley declined slightly in October compared to the previous month, but the median sale price edged higher, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the South Bay’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 161 homes sold for more... - November 25, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Marin County Luxury Home Sales Rise in October, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Luxury home sales in Marin County climbed higher in October from year-ago levels while the median sale price was down fractionally, according Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the region’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 50 homes sold for more than $1 million... - November 25, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® Announce Partnership to Offer Discount Christmas Trees
Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® are teaming up with a Raleigh-area Christmas Tree provider to offer discounted trees for the holiday. Anyone who mentions Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® at any of the six Triangle Booger Mountain Christmas Tree locations will receive 10% off their... - November 25, 2011 - Linda Craft & Team Realtors
Pinellas County Short Sale Realtor Shares Upcoming Events in Pinellas County
Pinellas County short sale Realtor Wendy Smith shares the 3 upcoming events in Pinellas County held at the Heritage Village. - November 24, 2011 - Pinellas County Short Sale Realtor