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International Trade Show ISH Proves a Success for Victoria & Albert Bath
Victoria & Albert Bath showed its latest designs in March at ISH 2009, the world’s leading plumbing, heating and air-conditioning trade fair held in Frankfurt, Germany, which marked its 50th anniversary this year. As a leading manufacturer of freestanding bathtubs, Victoria & Albert... - May 07, 2009 - Victoria & Albert Bath
Annual Self-Storage Top Operators Survey Now Open
MiniCo Publishing’s annual survey of self-storage operators is now underway. A list of the top 100 self-storage operators, ranked by net rentable square footage, will be included in the September 2009 issue of the company’s flagship publication, "Mini‑Storage Messenger,"... - May 07, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Media Coverage Invited: Women Celebrate Mother's Day by Building South Bronx Habitat Homes, May 9
Reporters are invited to cover all-women volunteer construction crews as they celebrate Mother's Day on Sat., May 9, by building affordable Habitat-NYC homes in the South Bronx, NY. - May 07, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity - New York City
Chicago Homeowners Seeking High Return on Investment Upgrades: Top Chicagoland Designers and Builders Say Glass Finishes Add Real Value to Your House
Glass design elements like shower doors and back painted glass in kitchens are a popular finish designers and builders in the Chicago area are using to upgrade homes. Glass installation is also a real value in terms of aesthetic upgrade. But you need to know how to shop right and install well. Dean Harris is the owner of GlassWorks, a glass fabrication and solutions company serving Chicagoland for over 30 years. He is at the forefront of this smart trend in home value upgrade. - May 06, 2009 - GlassWorks
Konecranes Remote Monitoring Services Help to Increase Reliability and Productivity
Konecranes, a global leader in the manufacturing of overhead lifting equipment, offers real-time remote monitoring services to capture critical production and crane usage data on demanding process cranes. Reliability and Productivity Services with remote monitoring can help to maximise uptime,... - May 06, 2009 - Konecranes Service Ltd.
Siam Real Estate Win Award Again from Asia Pacific Property Awards 2009
The Residential International Property Awards 2009 for Best Web Site Thailand - May 06, 2009 - Siam Real Estate
RRAR Releases Podcast on $8,000 Income Tax Credit for First-Time Home Buyers
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced the release of a podcast featuring Phyllis Brookshire, regional vice president of Allen Tate REALTORS®, discussing the $8,000 tax credit available to first time home buyers who... - May 06, 2009 - RRAR
South Sydney in High Demand
Colliers International flooded with leasing enquiry. - May 06, 2009 - Colliers International (Australia)
Heron Bay Traffic Signal Receives Henry County Approval
In July, a traffic signal is expected to be completed at the entrance of Heron Bay Golf and Country Club in Henry County, Georgia. An agreement was obtained from Heron Bay's developer to contribute towards the cost of a traffic signal. - May 06, 2009 - Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
Zil Pasyon – 21 Luxury Private Seychelles Villas
It’s fitting that the 21 luxury residences of Zil Pasyon can be found among the most spectacular group of islands in the world – the Seychelles. And it’s even more fitting that the Seychelles’ natural beauty be maintained with a resort that compliments and preserves this pristine tract of nature. - May 06, 2009 - Signatureresidencesworldwide.com
Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc. Named Remodeler of the Year
Mark of Excellence Remodeling, West Long Branch, New Jersey, continues to garner National Awards in the remodeling industry. The Company has previously been named to Remodeling Magazine’s GIG 50, named Monmouth County’s “Best of the Best,” won National awards for design + build additions, bathroom remodeling, and best marketing program. - May 06, 2009 - Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Inc.
Custom IDX Tools Create a Quick and Easy Way for Realtor Julie Fisher’s Clients to Search for Real Estate Online
A unique integration and easy-to-use IDX tools speed up the online property search, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time. - May 06, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Atlanta Active Adult Builder Diversifies in Tough Economic Times
Jim Chapman Communities, an Atlanta active adult builder, is diversifying in these tough economic times. With the addition of their new construction company, Jim Chapman will be helping the Atlanta housing market by completing foreclosed projects throughout Atlanta. - May 06, 2009 - Jim Chapman Communities
Balfour Beatty Construction and Walton Construction Awarded Fort Riley Replacement Hospital
The Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, selected the joint venture team of Balfour Beatty Construction and Walton Construction to provide preconstruction services for the replacement hospital at Fort Riley, Kansas, with an option for construction services anticipated to be awarded in... - May 05, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Tuscany Woods Offers Incentives During Spring Sales Event
Tuscany Woods, a new-homes community in Hampshire, Ill., is offering a choice of buyer incentives, now through May 10. - May 05, 2009 - Tuscany Woods Holdings, Inc.
Riverstone of Greenwich is Hosting a Special Realtors Open House on Cinco De Mayo
After viewing these town homes, Realtors will have the opportunity to win a 36" big screen TV. Judge and Associates is promoting the "Big Picture" to Realtors to see the value in Riverstone of Greenwich. - May 04, 2009 - Judge And Associates Inc
The List of Russian Realtors in St. Petersburg to Sell Foreign Properties to Russian Buyers, by Olga Kellen of "Anything Russian"
The annotated List of Russian Realtors certified in St. Petersburg, Russia to co-broke in marketing and selling properties from any country to Russian buyers, has been created by Olga Kellen of "Anything Russian." - May 04, 2009 - Olga Kellen, English - Russian Translation and Internet Marketing
First Home Completed in Woodford
A new home community near Zebulon, NC. - May 04, 2009 - Woodford
Pacific Palisades Realtors Josh Barré and Dom Naidoo Host Cinco de Mayo Open House Fiesta
Childhood friends and Owners of Westside Properties, Josh Barré and Dom Naidoo Host Cinco de Mayo Open House Fiesta to meet residents and introduce their new 4bed/3ba home for sale for $1,200,000, located at 15022 Sunset Boulevard in Pacific Palisades. - May 03, 2009 - Westside Properties
A Real Estate Success Story Among so Many Tales of Woe
Anthony Marguleas continues to succeed, with numbers that have improved year over year, despite the market slowdown. How? Read on. - May 03, 2009 - Amalfi Estates
Saint-Gobain Launched New Web Site for Norton Brand of Professional Cleaning Products
Saint-Gobain Abrasives has officially rolled out a newly designed web site for its Norton brand Professional Cleaning Market. The site features information on floor maintenance and cleaning products for the janitorial, professional cleaning and food service markets. A new line of natural stone care... - May 03, 2009 - Saint-Gobain Abrasives
Easy-to-Use IDX Tools Simplify the Online Property Search for Realtor Fred Meyers and His Clients
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online real estate search, saving both real estate professionals and their clients time and hassle. - May 03, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Lennar Virginia Celebrates Colonial Heritage Information Center Grand Opening
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Presentation by James City County Administrator, Sandy Wanner. - May 03, 2009 - Lennar
East Midlands Property Networking Club
Rhett Lewis Property Investments is hosting the East Midlands Property Networking Club on Monday the 11th of May. This event offers property investors the opportunity to listen to John Davies who will be speaking about utilising financial tools that will enable you to leverage the fantastic deals... - May 03, 2009 - Rhett Lewis Property Investments
Utz Engineering Acquires PVscreen.com
Utz inc acquires www.pvscreen.com - May 02, 2009 - utz technology
Award Winning Authors Resolve Happiness Can’t Buy Money
Research and real estate combine with a unique twist to capture headlines and history. Once again, Carmen & Lloyd Multhaulf apply their penchant for summarizing everyday lives in a vibrant way. - May 02, 2009 - Generational Housing Council
Mark Baker, IBA Consultants, Receives LEED Professional Accreditation
For his thorough understanding of sustainable building practices and energy-efficient products, Mark Baker has received Professional Accreditation from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED). - May 02, 2009 - IBA Consultants
RRAR Announces $50,000 Foreclosure Prevention And Response Program Grant
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the N.C. Association of REALTORS® (NCAR) has been awarded a $50,000 National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Foreclosure Prevention and Response Program (FPR) grant. North... - May 02, 2009 - RRAR
Taylor & Syfan's Engineering Talents on Display at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
Taylor & Syfan, a California-based structural engineering firm looked to for its experience with one-of-a-kind projects, led a team engineeers in the construction of The Bamboo Starscraper. - May 02, 2009 - Taylor & Syfan Consulting Engineers
Blue Realty Named to National Real Estate Power Broker List
Blue Realty GMAC, with nine offices and over 200 licensed Realtors in New Jersey, has been named to the 2009 RISMedia National Real Estate Power Broker List, ranking 468 in the country in closed real estate transactions and 432 in dollar volume. The RISMedia National Power Broker List is released... - May 02, 2009 - Blue Realty
Accent Construction Receives Trendsetter Award
Firm Recognized for Commitment to Sustainable Building Practices - May 02, 2009 - Accent Construction
A Custom IDX Solution Enhances the Search Function of Realtor Connie Catharine’s Real Estate Website
Customizable IDX tools create a simpler and more efficient way for home seekers to search for real estate online. - May 02, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Staffelbach Completes Project for Bluffview Management
Dallas-based Staffelbach has recently completed a project for Bluffview Management which focused on programming, space-planning, design and documentation for the 8,750 square foot corporate office on McKinney Avenue in Dallas. Described as “a perfect balance between luxury and... - May 02, 2009 - Staffelbach
Lennar Jacksonville Honored with Two Prestigious Laurel Awards
Florida Homebuilder Recognized for Superior Architectural Design - May 02, 2009 - Lennar, East Coast Division
Top York PA Real Estate Professional Chooses Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals proudly announces the addition of Deb Lowry as the manager of their York office. - May 02, 2009 - Coldwell Banker Select Professionals
Dynamic Solutions and Systems Offers Real Estate Short Sale Services
New service by Dynamic Solutions and Systems will educate and assist property owners and investors. - May 01, 2009 - Dynamic Solutions and Systems
Portugal to be Boosted by Strengthening Pound
Azure Overseas recently forecast a revival in the Silver Coast property market, as Sterling continues to strengthen against the Euro. This is a sentiment echoed by overseas property portal Property Abroad.com, only the portal goes further to suggest that other parts of Portugal will also be massively boosted. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
K:NOW - An Innovation for the Property Industry
Colliers International and News Digital announces a new collaboration: "k:now". "k:now", a desktop widget streams information as it happens from not only The Australian, the Wall Street Journal and Colliers International but it also monitors the share price of A-REITS and other... - May 01, 2009 - Colliers International (Australia)
Rental Markets, Inc. Partners with SC Bodner Company, Inc.
Rental Markets, Inc. announces their partnership with SC Bodner Company and 10ants.com. SC Bodner Company based in Indianapolis, Indiana is one of the nation’s leading high-end multi-family developers and recently ranked 13 of 50 in the nation’s top multifamily builders by the... - May 01, 2009 - Rental Markets, Inc
Crana Electric, Inc. Commence Work on Interior Retail Fit-Outs at The Gateway Center, Bronx Terminal Market
Now entering its 7th year, Crana Electric, Inc. is rapidly establishing itself as a superior full service electrical contractor in the highly demanding niche of commercial interiors. The company has completed a myriad of interior projects, for many of the most prominent clients in New York... - May 01, 2009 - Crana Electric, Inc.
Prudential’s Top Real Estate Team Grows with New Additions
Luxury High Rise Specialist Cristine Lefkowitz & Team Join Shapiro & Sher Group. - May 01, 2009 - Prudential Americana Group
Unique Integration and Custom IDX Tools Simplify the Online Property Search for Realtor Mike Smith’s Clients
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up the online real estate search, saving both realtors and their clients time and hassle. - May 01, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
BJAC Architect Earns LEED Certification
Dan Fields, principal at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm that offers professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced Benjamin Ward has been certified as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) by the U.S. - May 01, 2009 - BJAC
Emerging Mexico Market Tipped for Property Investment
Mexico is not often recognised for its economic prowess, never the less it has exceptional potential for economic growth, and even during the current downturn is performing exceptionally well. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Montenegro Property Benefiting from Lifestyle Buyer Prevalence
Montenegro property is benefiting from the current prevalence of lifestyle property buying, according to overseas property portal Property Abroad. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Panama Property to See Accelerating Growth by August - Portal
Panama property prices will be growing rapidly again as early as this August, according to overseas property portal Property Abroad. The country has been unaffected by the credit crunch, and the property market kept afloat by undeterred American retirees. Because of this, prices are largely un-dented, and transaction volumes remain steady, said emerging markets analyst Julie Liddle, a spokesperson for the portal. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
EnergizedSeller Launches Twitter Site, Provides Home Selling Tips to Its Followers
EnergizedSeller offers information in Twitter site, on Selling House, How to Sell a House, Home Selling Tips or House Selling Tips, Real Estate Home Value, buying, increase Home Values, Home Property Value and home improvement. - May 01, 2009 - EnergizedSeller
Remarkable Romanian Economy Tipped for Property Investment
Though the EC recently adjusted its growth forecasts for Romania, its economy is still expected to grow this year. That makes Romania one of the few countries in the world that is expected to avoid recession, quite an exceptional achievement for a country with a fragile emerging economy -- though it is surprisingly common in Eastern Europe. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Slovakia Tipped for Overseas Property Investment 2009
Slovakia is one of the best places in the world right now to make a property investment, according to Property Abroad.com. The low prices of property and economic robustness of Slovakia were cited as reasons for the recommendation. - May 01, 2009 - Property Abroad LTD
Saudi Photographer Faisal Almalki Wins Photographer of the Year (Masters Cup)
Saudi photographer, Faisal Almalki, named "Photographer of the Year" in the 3rd Annual Masters of Photography Cup (Color Awards) 2009. - April 30, 2009 - Faisal Almalki Photography