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EMLab P&K Increases Mold Testing and Bacteria Testing Capacity to Support Northeast U.S. After Flooding
EMLab P&K has increased mold testing and bacteria testing capacity to support the increased need for environmental testing in the flooded areas in the Northeast. - March 20, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Greystar Participates in World Wildlife Fund's Earth Hour 2010
On Saturday, March 27, 2010, at 8:30 p.m. local time, Greystar will be taking part in what promises to be an amazing and inspiring event in the campaign against climate change: Earth Hour. Sponsored by World Wildlife Fund (WWF), Earth Hour asks individuals, businesses, government leaders and others... - March 17, 2010 - Greystar
Avanta Completes Major Refurbishment of Former MLS Centre in Mayfair
Avanta Managed Offices has completed a full upgrade of the former MLS serviced office centre at 26 Dover Street at a cost of over £430,000, to bring it up to the standard befitting a Mayfair location. - March 17, 2010 - Avanta
EMLab P&K Provides Salmonella Testing in Light of Recent HVP Scare
EMLab P&K offers Salmonella testing through real-time PCR in response to the recent FDA food recall involving Salmonella contamination. - March 12, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Internet Radio Show Realmoneyrealissuesradio.com Returns with an Exciting New Lineup for 2010
In continuing to bring online listeners the real deal in real estate, business, and publishing, internet radio show www.realmoneyrealissuesradio.com kicks off its new season with exciting topics, celebrity guests and new co-hosts. Last year in its second season, “Real Money Real... - March 05, 2010 - Carl Agard
EMLab P&K Expands Real-Time PCR Tests for Pathogen Detection
EMLab P&K can detect pathogens in food and environmental samples using real-time PCR testing technology. The new PCR testing services are affordable and will help clients with time-sensitive projects. These PCR services further expand EMLab P&K's analytical services. - March 03, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Galveston Hosts Inaugural Food & Wine Festival April 16-17, 2010
Downtown Galveston will be the site for the inaugural Galveston Island Food and Wine Festival on April 16–17. This two-day event includes an invitation only Chaîne dinner on Friday and a wine tasting on Saturday from 2:30–5:30 p.m. in Saengerfest Park. - February 28, 2010 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Grand Rapids Office Space Leased by Image Office Suites to National Investors
National Investors recently signed a lease at the Image Building in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As a tenant in the Image Building, they will be able to keep their overhead to a minimum and also have more time to make better connections with their clients. - February 26, 2010 - Image Office Suites
EMLab P&K's San Diego Asbestos Laboratory Receives NVLAP Accreditation for Asbestos Analysis
EMLab P&K's asbestos lab in San Diego, California is NVLAP accredited for PLM bulk asbestos analysis (NVLAP Lab Code: 500034-0). - February 25, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Fourth Training Conference for Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is presenting the inspection and remediation protocols developed specifically for defective "corrosive" drywall. The training seminar is taking place at the Embassy Suites Hotel located in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. - February 24, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Third City of London Centre for Avanta
Following a resurgence in demand for high quality serviced office space in the capital, Avanta has recently exchanged contracts to open a new business centre at One Fetter Lane, London EC4. This will bring the number of Avanta business centres in central London to 14 and increase its overall... - February 24, 2010 - Avanta
Million-Dollar Homes Sales in South Bay Drop in January, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Sales of million-dollar homes in Santa Clara County declined sharply in January from December and a year ago, although the median sale price edged higher, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the Bay Area’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 54 homes... - February 24, 2010 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Nina Hollander Earns Prestigious CDPE Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
Nina Hollander, owner of Carolinas Realty Partners with RE/MAX Executive Realty, has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This expertise is invaluable to offer to Charlotte metro area homeowners whose properties may be facing foreclosure. - February 20, 2010 - Carolinas Realty Partners/ReMax Executive Realty
Hawks Cay Resort in the Florida Keys Partners with Cliff Drysdale Tennis
Cliff Drysdale Tennis is pleased to announce a new partnership with Hawks Cay Resort, which will include the renovation and expansion of it’s tennis program to turn Hawks Cay into a tennis destination, as stated by Cliff Drysdale Tennis’ CEO, Don Henderson. The resort, located on the... - February 19, 2010 - Cliff Drysdale Management
Gulf Shores Plantation Releases 2010 Rental Guide
Gulf Shores Plantation, located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, releases the 2010 rental guide to assist with beach vacation planning to the Alabama Gulf Coast. - February 18, 2010 - Gulf Shores Plantation
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Conference for Defective Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The “BESI System” offers the most comprehensive remediation; the protocol was developed based on proven science and considers the following major factors: corrosion, cross-contamination of other building materials, personal belongings, IAQ monitoring program, and a proposed national warranty (not an insurance policy). - February 17, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Property Management Inc. Franchising Names Jim Hendershot VP of Operations
Property Management Incorporated, a full service commercial & residential asset management franchisor, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Hendershot as Vice President of Operations. - February 14, 2010 - Property Management Inc
Building Envelope Science Institute Initiates Patent Process on Remediation of Buildings with Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) was launched in 2009 to provide a solution to the defective or corrosive drywall crisis which has unfolded over the last seventeen months or so. The Institute developed what is being referred to as the “BESI System” and has now filed a provisional patent on their process for remediation of buildings that have defective or "corrosive" drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Conference for Certification of Inspectors & Remediators for Defective or Corrosive Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale
BESI will certify inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors in Ft. Lauderdale on March 2-3, 2010. This certification program offered through the Institute (BESI) instructs and trains licensed and approved state contractors in the remediation of defective or corrosive drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Investor Confidence Begins to Return to Arizona Real Estate Market
HomeLovers Arizona 2010 State of the Industry Report Now Available - February 11, 2010 - HomeLovers
Avanta is Awarded Best Companies Accreditation
The Best Companies 2010 two star accreditation status has been awarded to serviced office group, Avanta, in acknowledgment of excellence in the workplace. - February 11, 2010 - Avanta
Galveston Hotel Offers Shopping Discounts with Package
The Tremont House, a Wyndham Grand Hotel, invites guests to make more time for themselves as part of their New Year’s Resolution and experience one of Texas most distinctive shopping destinations in historic downtown Galveston. The hotel is offering a Downtown Galveston Shopping Spree package... - February 05, 2010 - Mitchell Historic Properties
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
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
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
Grand Rapids Office Space Leased by Image Office Suites to Caring Transitions
Image Office Suites recently signed a lease with Caring Transitions at the Image Building located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Caring Transitions took one executive office suite for a six-month term renewable for three consecutive terms at current market rates. According to Bryan C. Bestrom, Owner... - February 03, 2010 - Image Office Suites
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
Gulf Shores Plantation Gears Up for Spring Break
The vacation professionals at Gulf Shores Plantation are looking forward to welcoming Spring Break visitors to the Alabama Gulf Coast. - January 30, 2010 - Gulf Shores Plantation
EMLab P&K Increases Mold Testing and Bacteria Testing Capacity to Support Northern and Southern California After Flooding
EMLab P&K added local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing capacity to support Southern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. - January 29, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
EMLab P&K Offers Real-Time PCR Tests for Pathogen Detection
EMLab P&K launches new analytical services using real-time PCR technology to detect pathogens in food and environmental samples. The new PCR testing services are affordable and will help clients with time-sensitive projects. - January 21, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
MTS Group Inc., Artheon and NorthStar Are Pleased to Announce They Have Entered Into a Joint-Venture
The MTS Group USA, Artheon Energy Group (“Artheon”) India, NorthStar Battery Company (“NorthStar”) of Sweden are pleased to announce they have entered into a joint-venture, Artheon Battery Company Pvt. Ltd., to manufacture and market storage batteries in India. - January 19, 2010 - MTS Group
BESI Heads to Tampa, Florida for Its 3rd Conference for Certification of Defective Drywall Inspectors & Remediators
The institute, with the help of a workgroup called Defective Drywall in America (DDIA), has developed a cost effective protocol that helps homeowners, insurance companies, investors, financial institutes, and builders. “The institute and its members have an ongoing commitment to helping those who have been devastated by this crisis,” said Jones. - January 16, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Hotel Galvez and The Tremont House Celebrate Mardi Gras in Galveston
Galveston’s historic hotels – Hotel Galvez & Spa and The Tremont House, both Wyndham Grand Hotels, will celebrate Mardi Gras with history, live music, food, parade viewing and a salute to the Chinese New Year. ArtWalk As part of the 2010 Mardi Gras! Galveston celebration, The... - January 15, 2010 - Mitchell Historic Properties
EMLab P&K and Philders Group International Inc. Form Strategic Alliance for Infectious Disease Control Initiative
Infection control training and education courses to be offered in several key cities throughout the U.S. - January 14, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
The Tremont House Hosts 26th Annual Mardi Gras Ball Celebrating the Chinese New Year
Join lion dancers, dragon dancers and revelers as The Tremont House, a Wyndham Grand Hotel, celebrates “A Chinese New Year” at their 26th Annual Mardi Gras Ball and Parade Viewing Party on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010. A portion of the proceeds from the ball will benefit Rosenberg Library, a... - January 13, 2010 - Mitchell Historic Properties
EMLab P&K's Asbestos Laboratory in Phoenix, AZ Receives NVLAP Accreditation for Asbestos Analysis
EMLab P&K's Phoenix, Arizona laboratory is NVLAP accredited for PLM bulk asbestos analysis (NVLAP Lab Code: 500031-0). - January 13, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Century Timeshare Group and Sister Company Century Properties Announces First Auction of 2010
Company Announces Upcoming Auction for Timeshare Properties in South Florida - January 13, 2010 - Century Timeshare Group
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
Greystar Partners with the Mesa Police Department on Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
Greystar, one of the top Multifamily Property Managers in the nation, has joined forces with the Mesa Police Department on crime prevention efforts. By participating in the Crime Free Multi-Housing program Greystar has been working closely with the Mesa Police Department to reduce crime through... - January 10, 2010 - Greystar
Building Envelope Science Institute's Development of Certified Protocols: from Conception to Certification
The Building Envelope Science Institute has taken steps to create a remediation process that works and is both comprehensive and cost effective. The “BESI System” pulled resources from top analytical scientists, chemists, toxicologists, a major university, consultants in the environmental field and twelve business sectors that were considered in the development and analysis. - January 07, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
EMLab P&K’s Houston, TX Laboratory Receives AIHA Accreditation for Mold Lab Analysis
EMLab P&K receives AIHA accreditation for mold analysis at its Houston, Texas mold lab. - January 06, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
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
The Industry's First Consumer-Initiated Tenant Screening Resource
Moco Incorporated announced the launch of their MyScreeningReport.com™ tenant screening website, enabling consumers to obtain their own comprehensive tenant screening report and to confirm the accuracy of the report before it is released to prospective landlords. MyScreeningReport.com™... - December 19, 2009 - MyScreeningReport.com
Hard Money NYC Closes a $160,000 Bridge Loan in Just 4 Days
Hard Money NYC (www.hardmoneynyc.com), a private money lender specializing in commercial real estate financing, announced that it has closed a short term loan on a mixed use property in Bronx, New York in just 4 days. The borrower had felt the effects of the bad economy all year round, and was in... - December 15, 2009 - Hard Money NYC
The Change to the Stamp Duty Periphery Will Have Little Effect on the London Property Market According to Winkworth
The Stamp Duty holiday, which means buyers don’t have to pay stamp tax if the property they purchase is under £175,000, will be over at the end of this year. - December 14, 2009 - Winkworth
Notre Dame Announces Cincinnati’s Brian Kelly to be the New Head Football Coach Replacing Charlie Weiss, Bookings for Next Season Now Open at www.RentLikeAChampion.com
Irish get a new football coach with a fantastic track record, ability to motivate, and Irish Catholic values. Excitement for next season grows and a new option for groups staying in South Bend is available at www.RentLikeAChampion.com - December 11, 2009 - Rent Like A Champion
A Greener Greystar Participates in Phoenix Adopt-A-Street Program
Greystar Real Estate Partners announced, today, their participation in the Adopt-A-Street program. Phoenix’s Adopt-A-Street program provides businesses and concerned citizens the opportunity to adopt sections of streets in or near their communities. The purpose of the program is to reduce... - December 11, 2009 - Greystar
HCR Group Concludes New Finance Deal for Their GSP Scheme
HCR Group has bucked the trend and secured a very substantial credit facility from Santander for its Guaranteed Sales Price (GSP) scheme. The scheme allows the employee to relocate to the new area very promptly reducing stress and temporary accommodation costs. - December 10, 2009 - HCR Group
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Seminar for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has scheduled a second seminar for the Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation certification. - December 09, 2009 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Galveston Santa Sighting: Santa on The Strand on Saturdays in December
Escape the crowded malls this holiday season and instead opt for shopping in Galveston’s historic downtown and enjoy one of Texas’ most distinctive outdoor shopping districts. Santa Claus will make a special appearance in historic downtown Galveston as part of Santa on The Strand from 1... - December 09, 2009 - Mitchell Historic Properties