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RE/MAX Platinum Moves Back to State Street as Activity Rises in Chicago Real Estate Market
RE/MAX Platinum has returned to its original location at 1931 S. State St. in Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood after a six-month stay at 1915 S. Michigan Ave. The move coincides with an uptick in activity in the South Loop segment of the Chicago real estate market, according to Sylvia... - February 11, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Bill Alter Announces Formation of Self Storage Commercial Brokerage Team
Bill Alter, Managing Director of the Self Storage Group at Rein & Grossoehme Commercial Real Estate announced that Denise Nunez has joined the firm as a sales agent and will work with Alter as a member of the AZ Self Storage Specialist Team. Ms. Nunez brings with her more than 20 years... - February 11, 2010 - Denise Nunez, Agent at Rein & Grossoehme
Renovation Begins on New North Georgia Mountain Cabin
Rainbow Cabins begins full remodel of its largest north Georgia rental cabin - February 10, 2010 - Rainbow Cabins, LLC
RE/MAX Retains Leadership in Northwest Suburbs of Metro Chicago Real Estate Market; Area Sales up 8% in 2009
RE/MAX agents retained their leadership position in home sales in the Northwest Suburbs area of the metropolitan Chicago real estate market last year. Home sales in that area were up from 6,479 in 2008 to 6,992 in 2009, an 8 percent increase. The Northwest Suburban market area includes the... - February 10, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Mark Adamczyk Owner of ItsYourSale.com is Proud to Announce Launch of New Website
Mark Adamczyk owner of Central Florida Real Estate Brokerage ItsYourSale.com, Inc. has officially launched a brand new website. - February 10, 2010 - Mark Adamczyk
UK’s First National Homebuyer’s Agent Franchise Launches
No longer just the preserve of the rich and famous, The Buying Agents offer every UK homebuyer a service to save them time, money and stress on their property purchase. Unlike estate agents, who are paid by the vendor to get them the 'highest' price, The Buying Agents negotiate the 'lowest price' for the homebuyer. - February 09, 2010 - The Buying Agents Ltd
RE/MAX Retains Leadership in McHenry County Segment of Metro Chicago Real Estate Market; Area Home Sales Activity Largely Unchanged in 2009
RE/MAX agents retained their leadership position in home sales in the McHenry County, Ill., segment of the metropolitan Chicago real estate market last year. Home sales in that county were essentially flat for the year, declining from 2,786 in 2008 to 2,783 in 2009. RE/MAX agents accounted for... - February 06, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Kelly E. Capolino PA Named a Top Real Estate Producer for December 2009
Kelly Capolino had one of the top sales records for the month of December. - February 06, 2010 - Kelly E. Capolino
85 Year Old Real Estate Brokerage is Back in Business. The Hobin Company Re-Launches After Four Decades of Real Estate Success.
The Hobin Company, one of California’s oldest real estate brokerages, is seizing the opportunity of a recovering market and re-launching a family business that spans over four decades of California real estate sales. The company will be based in two major California locations, Manhattan Beach... - February 05, 2010 - The Hobin Company
North Star Charter Announces Partnership with the P.S. Group LTD.
North Star Charter, one of the leading names in luxury travel services, announced a unique partnership with P.S. Group LTD security firm today. According to the agreement, North Star and P.S. Group have partnered to enhance and extend the high level of security to its clientele on or off their... - February 04, 2010 - North Star Charter
MERJS Commercial Property Agents Announces Availability of Popular Newly Refurbished Media-Style London W1 Offices in Heart of Soho
Leading commercial property agency MERJS has announced the availability of newly refurbished media-style London W1 offices in heart of Soho, comprising of the entire first floor of National House. - February 04, 2010 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Avanta Provides Free Office Space for Investors in Manchester
Avanta is rolling out the red carpet to new investors in Manchester as part of the Hello Manchester scheme, which has been developed in partnership with the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA), MIDAS and a small number of business centre operators, to provide them with free serviced office... - February 04, 2010 - Avanta
Apartment Finders Re-Brands Their Website and Draws from Design Trend Predictions for 2010 and Apartment Marketing Trends for the New Year
Apartment Finders, by adding a more personal and professional look, incorporating more social media, and implementing more interactivity on its new website, has got right in line with 2010 predictions for web design and apartment marketing trends. - February 03, 2010 - Apartment Finders
Demand-Led Expansion of Avanta’s City Centre
Exceptional demand for high quality serviced office space in the City of London has resulted in Avanta expanding the size of its business centre at 9 Devonshire Square by occupying an additional floor in the building. This expansion of the business centre will add a further 15,407 sq ft to the... - February 03, 2010 - Avanta
Premier Apartment Advisors Team Joins Cornish & Carey
C&C has significantly expanded its multi-family investment services group by adding the brokerage team from Premier Apartment Advisors. Richard Knutson, John Leyvas, Jay Cross, Stephen Pagones, Mike Pagones and Anthony Pappageorge will be based in C&C’s Oakland office and Vince McCarrie will be based in C&C’s Santa Clara office. This team joins industry veteran Keith Suddjian, senior vice president in C&C’s Palo Alto office, who together comprise C&C’s Apartment Advisors. - February 03, 2010 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Chicago Realtor/Developer Joins Dream Town Realty
Chicago real estate company Dream Town is pleased to welcome Alan Candea to its team of residential specialists. Mr. Candea joined the brokerage this January. In addition to being a licensed real estate agent, he is a licensed general contractor and developer in the Chicagoland area. - February 03, 2010 - Dream Town Realty
Avanta Boosts Client Networking Ability with New Directory Facility
Client networking opportunities at Avanta business centres across the UK and in India have taken on a new dimension with the introduction of the Avanta Corporate Directory. - February 03, 2010 - Avanta
Rapid Growth Expected in Greater Valley Area in 2010
More than a dozen active projects in east Alabama and west Georgia, comprising three counties and four cities, are evidence of the regional and growing impact of Greater Valley Group, LLC. - February 03, 2010 - Greater Valley Group, LLC
Paul G. Hauf And Associates Launches New Business Services Website
Maryland Based Brokerage Firm Announces the recent launch of the company's new website as a portal for customers to gain information and advice on commercial brokerage services - February 01, 2010 - Paul G. Hauf And Associates
Paul G. Hauf Associates Proudly Announces 30th Anniversay
Maryland based brokerage firm celebrates 30 years in business. - February 01, 2010 - Paul G. Hauf And Associates
Century 21 All Islands' Joy Barnhart 2009 Aloha 'Aina REALTOR® Award Winner
Joy Barnhart recognized for high level of professionalism and excellent service - January 30, 2010 - Century 21 All Islands
Baby Basics of Collier County Honored by Kelly Capolino with Diamond Volunteer Award
The 100% volunteer organization that distributes diapers to needy infants had their chance to sparkle at the Diamond Volunteer Award reception on January 14. - January 29, 2010 - Kelly E. Capolino
Total Transparency as Customer Reviews Go Live on WayToStay.com
Taking the lead in short-stay apartment rentals, WayToStay is now the first online bookings agency for apartments to display customer feedback live on its site. In a bid to maintain its policy of clear information for the customer and improve the service offered by apartment owners, the website is now publishing customer reviews. Positive remarks, as well as things that could be made better, go online as soon as the client hits “send.” - January 29, 2010 - WayToStay.com
Texastar Relocation Inc. Announced New Short Sale Program for Distressed Home Owners in and Around Dallas Texas
TexaStar Relocation, Inc. announced a new short sale program to assist distressed home owners facing foreclosure. This program was designed to stop foreclosure proceedings immediately, allow the home owner to settle their debt with the mortgage company for less, protect their credit from the damage... - January 27, 2010 - TexaStar Inc.
Sonoran Lifestyle Real Estate Opens Foreclosure Resource Center
Investors who want to learn how to purchase Bank Owned properties to increase their real estate portfolios can receive information on REO (Real Estate Owned) properties at the Sonoran Lifestyle Real Estate Foreclosure Resource Center. Timely information on how to access Home Buyer tax credits is available as well. - January 27, 2010 - Sonoran Lifestyle Real Estate
Dream Town Realty Welcomes New Chicago Realtor
Chicago real estate brokerage Dream Town Realty is pleased to announce that Jessica Jennings Harris joined the company in December. Ms. Harris is the third of three new agents welcomed to Dream Town last month. - January 25, 2010 - Dream Town Realty
Nationwide Rental Homes Eliminates Initial Monthly Fees for New Customers, Offers Flat Rate for Unlimited Property Listings
New kids on the block, Nationwiderentalhomes.com, an Austin-based online rental property services company, are eliminating their initial monthly set-up fees for new customers as part of the company’s grand opening marketing campaign. In addition, Nationwide is offering a low flat fee of... - January 24, 2010 - Nationwide Rental Homes
RE/MAX Reports Sharp Gain in Its 4th Quarter Home Sales and an Increase in Its Chicago Real Estate Market Share That Tops All Competitors for 2009
The RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network reports that its home sales on a year-over-year basis showed a substantial upturn during the final quarter of 2009, with much of that improvement due to stronger sales in the metropolitan Chicago real estate market. RE/MAX unit sales totaled 8,309... - January 22, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Kelly E. Capolino, Top Real Estate Producer, to Host Seminar on Government Tax Credit for Home Buyers
Kelly E. Capolino will host a free seminar on two different government tax credits for both repeat and first time home buyers this January. - January 22, 2010 - Kelly E. Capolino
CENTURY 21 All Islands Supports Easter Seals Hawaii's Walk & Roll 2010
Walk & Roll 2010 help raise funds to Create Solutions and Change Lives. It helps build awareness and support for those pursuing independence, self-determination and quality of life. - January 21, 2010 - Century 21 All Islands
ACCESS Releases Short Sale Guide for Financially Troubled Homeowners
Guide discusses options other than foreclosure for those behind in their mortgage payments and provides a variety of helpful resources. - January 20, 2010 - American Consumer Credit Education Support Services
RE/MAX Homes Unlimited Dixon Expands Presence in Illinois Real Estate Market Through Merger with White Realty
RE/MAX Homes Unlimited Dixon, 1220 S. Galena Ave., Dixon, Ill., began 2010 with a flourish by merging with one of its top competitors, White Realty, Inc. That move further boosts the leadership position of the RE/MAX network in the central portion of the northern Illinois real estate... - January 20, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
US Company Acquires Salt Plants; Plans to Market Facilities Globally
An international company that specializes in buying and selling used process plants worldwide has acquired (3) Complete Salt Plants. These plants are available for immediate delivery; offering a tremendous cost and lead time savings versus a new equipment lead time of up to 18 months. - January 20, 2010 - International Process Plants
Ebby Halliday Realtors Property Management and Residential Leasing Division Experiences Record Year
The Ebby Halliday Property Management and Residential Leasing division celebrated its best year ever in 2009. According to executives at the Dallas-based company, the high numbers are the result of the tireless efforts of a dedicated team of professionals and a focused strategy to provide the best... - January 16, 2010 - Ebby Halliday Companies
Sally Bowman Real Estate Team Celebrates Their Impressive Growth in 2009
Cheshire, CT Real Estate Team grows from one woman show to 8 agent team all in one year. - January 16, 2010 - Sally Bowman Real Estate
Chicago Realtor Welcomed to Dream Town Realty
Chicago real estate company Dream Town Realty announces that Shiela Dietz has joined the agency. Ms. Dietz is one of three new residential specialists welcomed to Dream Town last month. She is also a licensed Illinois appraiser. - January 15, 2010 - Dream Town Realty
Guide to Buying San Mateo County Condos Class Explains New Financing Rules
Class will examine financing guidelines for buying San Mateo County condos, how to spot problems and red flags in your condo purchase and how to get a good deal. - January 10, 2010 - The RayChel Realty Group
Theresa Shrader Joins RE/MAX Classic as Sales Associate
Theresa Shrader has joined RE/MAX Classic as the newest member of this dynamic sales team. Theresa brings to the office 24+ of experience in real estate and has been associated with RE/MAX for 19 years. She welcomes the opportunity to assist you with your real estate needs in Western Wayne, South Oakland, Eastern Washtenaw, and Western Livingston Counties. - January 10, 2010 - Theresa Shrader - RE/MAX Classic
Seaside Vacations and Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty Lend a Helping Hand to Those in Need
Seaside Vacations and Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty, leading vacation rental and real estate firms located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, are committed to improving the community each and every day. - January 10, 2010 - Seaside Vacations
RE/MAX Vision 212 Puts Down Roots in Noble Square, a Central Spot to Serve Chicago Real Estate Market
RE/MAX Vision 212 has relocated to 1500 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, in the city's Noble Square neighborhood. This central location will make it easy for agents affiliated with the office to serve clients in many parts of the Chicago real estate market. - January 09, 2010 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Harrison Murray Estate Agents - Get the Best from Your Estate Agent in 2010
Now is the time of year when many people decide it is time to make a move. Choosing the right agent will be the key to selling your home so it pays to do a little homework before deciding who to appoint. - January 09, 2010 - Harrison Murray
Chicago Realtor Joins Dream Town Realty
Chicago real estate brokerage Dream Town Realty welcomes Ziv Bensira. Mr. Bensira joined the company's team of over 130 residential consultants last month. He is one of three new agents added to Dream Town's roster in December of 2009. - January 08, 2010 - Dream Town Realty
Michelle Ames Joins Keller Williams Realty Mid Maine
Keller Williams Realty Mid Maine is pleased to announce that Michelle Ames recently joined Meservier & Associates as a Listing Specialist at the Auburn Market Center located at 34 Center St. Auburn. Having owned and operated a local Factory-Built Retail Sales Center for sales in modular and... - January 08, 2010 - Meservier & Associates of Keller Williams Realty Mid Maine
Charlotte IAHSP Regional Chapter (CIRC) Announces Board of Directors for 2010
Charlotte IAHSP Regional Chapter (CIRC) releases names of its board of directors for 2010. - January 06, 2010 - Charlotte IAHSP Regional Chapter
Merjs Commercial Property Agents Announces Successful Let of Refurbished London W1 Offices Comprising Entire Fourth Floor of National House
Acting on behalf of Benesco Charity Ltd, MERJS have let the entire 4th floor offices of National House, 60-66 Wardour Street to Hive Health Ltd. - January 06, 2010 - Merjs Charted Surveyors
Venice Florida Realtor Helps Charities
Realtor® Wayne Welsh, P.A. announced that the “Welsh Team” has donated $50,000. in personal commissions to charity resulting from the sale of Venice Florida real estate. The Welsh Team donates 10% of their personal commission to charity after every sale. They are unique in that... - January 04, 2010 - Gulf Shores Realty
Harrison Murray Estate Agents - Don’t Spend to Add Value to Your Home
With the start of a New Year, and expectations that the market will pick up, many people have moving home on their mind. But if you are thinking of selling your property you don’t have to splash out on expensive renovations in an effort to add value. - January 04, 2010 - Harrison Murray
First Time Home Buying 2.0 Class for San Mateo Buyers
Workshop for San Mateo’s first time home buyers will reveal how to avoid the 12 most costly home buying mistakes and low down payment loan programs. - January 02, 2010 - The RayChel Realty Group
Pat Helton is Recognized by President and CEO of Coldwell Banker
Pat Helton, a broker associate, with Coldwell Banker in Westlake Village was recently recognized by Bruce Zipf, President and CEO of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. She was congratulated for her outstanding sales production for the first three quarters of 2009. She is ranked among the top... - December 30, 2009 - Pat Helton, Real Estate Broker
New Book by Carl Agard Gives You the Real Deal on Surviving the Housing Crisis
A lot of people talk about the problems, Real Estate Broker and Author Carl Agard now come with the solutions. His latest book, Getting the Real out of Real Estate (3rd Edition) “How to Survive the Housing Crisis and come out on Top,” accurately breaks down what caused the subprime crisis and where do we go from here. - December 29, 2009 - Carl Agard