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Executive Items Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:28PMOmar Ramberan has been named vice president of commercial banking at SunTrust Bank . He has a bachelor's degree from The Citadel . He has been with the bank for more than three years.
THE JIM ALLEN GROUP HOST CASINO PARTY AT THE HAWTHORNE SUBDIVISION Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 10:17PMTriangle - RALEIGH, NC, JULY 14, 2011 - The Jim Allen Group, Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston held a festive event to promote the Phase II construction of the Hawthorne subdivision.
Alabama's most expensive homes: Details and photos that will make you say 'wow' Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 7:07AM15 BR, 16BA, 38-seat movie theater. Or maybe a home with a private planetarium? Take a peek at the good life. Lucky for you, some of these Alabama castles are for sale.
Gulf commercial land sells; Massage Envy hits Mobile (Jumper real estate) Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:15AMMassage Envy has leased 3,018 square feet at 3659 Airport Blvd., near Interstate 65, and plans to open in December, according to Buff Teague and Josh Burmeister of SRS Real Estate Partners. ... That and more coastal Alabama real estate news from Kathy Jumper.
2011 SAN ANGELO LIVING: At Home — Realtors Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:30AMLocal realtors
Housing market down, but not futile Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:10AMThe home next door is in foreclosure.
Hmong families drawn to Woodbury, other suburbs, Census shows Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 12:04AMFor many of Nancy Yang's clients, the American Dream is calling.
Celebrating the 'Best of Best' in the Sanford/Springvale area Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:59PMThe auto technicians at Ballenger Auto (best auto mechanic): From left, Mike Lamontagne, Andy Gailloux, Armand Morin, Pat Hamel and Jason Baldwin. Missing: Ron Morin.
Suspects await charges in real estate agent’s disappearance Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:05PMLawyers for two men arrested in the disappearance of a Markham real estate agent say their clients will be charged with murder or manslaughter.
Two arrested in kidnap murder Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:07AMTwo more people were arrested yesterday in connection with the murder of a realtor who went missing from a luxury Mississauga home earlier this year.
Trio charged with manslaughter Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:07AMThree people have been charged with manslaughter in the death of a realtor who went missing from a luxury Mississauga home earlier this year.
Murder charge laid in the kidnapping of real estate agent Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:49PMA 23-year-old Waterloo man has been charged with first-degree murder in the kidnapping of a Markham real estate agent.
Waterloo man charged in connection with Toronto man’s disappearance Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:03PM— Is Tony Han dead?
Last week's biggest real estate deals in the Valley Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 3:32PMLast week's biggest real estate deals in the Valley.
Flores Announces New Hire in Bryan-College Station Office Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 2:53PMBrazos County resident James Edge will serve as Field Representative for the southern region of the 17th Congressional District. Flores highlighted the leadership and extensive experience with the local community that Edge will bring to his position
B.C. housing market slow Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:09AMThe B.C. Northern Real Estate Board (BCNREB) report that sales in the Bulkley Nechako region are down despite a decrease in house prices and falling interest rates.
Quebec mansion fetches $3.4-million in special auction Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:41PMAfter 30 minutes of bidding, property outside Montreal sold for more than organizers had expected
Federal crackdown forces revamp of state foreclosure requirements Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:16PMThe Office of the Comptroller of the Currency will require mortgage holders and those who service them to revamp how they foreclose on properties.
Police Log: Motorcyclist trapped after accident Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 6:42PMA rider who ended up in a ditch needs help getting up.
Home prices steady in popular Fairhope, Point Clear Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 6:00AMIt's summertime and The Grand Hotel and downtown Fairhope are magnets for potential buyers, agents said. Point Clear, Battles Wharf and the popular residential area five seconds from downtown referred to by the locals as the "fruit and nut section," are areas that are sought-after by out-of-towners as well as locals looking to downsize or retire on the waterfront.
Banks buys college land; Foley apartments sold; new grocer Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 5:31AMA local investor paid $400,000 for two acres of bank-owned land on Canal Road at Ala. 161 in Orange Beach next to Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar, according to Tim Herrington of Herrington Realty,
Real Estate: Yes, you can still sell your home in a down market Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 3:48AMCHICAGO -- The home next door is in foreclosure. The neighbors down the street just put their house up for sale at a ridiculous discount. And "For Sale" signs litter lawns all over town.
7-9 Community: your news Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:43PMCitizens Caring for Children receives Opportunities for Children iFund grant OKLAHOMA CITY — Citizens Caring for Children announced it has received a $15,000 Opportunities for Children iFund grant from the Oklahoma City Community Foundation.
Open houses at Lake Forest Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 3:36PMIt's an effort to boost home sales in an upscale Louisville community.
Springs’ Realtors in gear for home-buying season Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 11:44AMAs temperatures rise, the real estate market heats up. Summertime means a surge of real estate activity, which comes as no surprise to Colorado Springs real estate agents. They know it’s home-buying season. “We’re in a challenging market right now because of the recession,” said Joe Clement, broker owner of Remax Properties in Colorado Springs. “However, March through November [...]
Square footage surprise Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 6:36PMWhen it comes to buying a new home, square footage can play a big role in a sale. But you may not always be getting the square footage you think you're paying for.
Merger to create discount real estate powerhouse Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 6:25AM— The Canadian real estate market is expected to get much more competitive with a new discount agency partnership that would offer cheaper real estate fees to consumers and present the most serious threat yet to traditional bricks-and-mortar realtors.
Cheaper real estate fees are coming Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 6:20AMThe merger of two discount real estate agencies could create a game-changing powerhouse offering cheaper fees to home sellers and the biggest threat yet to to traditional realtors.
Landmark home looking for buyer with exotic taste Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 4:16AMThe Mushroom House in Powder Mills Park, renovated in recent years by Christine and Steve Whitman, is on the market for $1.1 million.
Dodd-Frank: Wanna make a $54K down payment? Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 4:10AMThere’s a big buzz these days in the real estate blogosphere about the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act , which was signed into law last July. Including 16 titles that address everything from the regulation of hedge funds to the Federal Reserve System, Dodd-Frank has been described as the most sweeping change in financial regulations since the Great Depression. While few ...
A final push for fireworks donations Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:05AMUnion County residents and visitors to our area will be treated to a great Fourth of July celebration Monday night at Community Stadium. Music, food, games for kids and, of course, fireworks, will provide a fun evening of entertainment.
Home sales rise in June, but prices lower than a year ago Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 1:46AMHome sales in the region last month came with a bit of good news for real estate agents and for those looking to buy a house.
Merger to create discount real-estate powerhouse Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:05PMToronto-based Realtysellers is joining forces with PropertyGuys.com in what promises to be an industry game-changer.
Lubert-backed SmarterAgent lures NY, Seattle techs Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 3:48PMCamden-based Smarter Agent may move to Philly, now that Hank's Bar has closed, says co-owner Brad Blumberg
Fewer going broke in Chattanooga Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 11:02PMThe number of Chattanoogans going broke or losing their properties to foreclosure fell in the first half of 2011 as the local economy showed signs of recovering from the worst downturn since World War II, according to figures released Tuesday.
PART 3 OF 3: Some property owners fill vacancies creatively Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:01PMRACINE COUNTY -- Sometimes when you're stuck with vacant retail space, the best solution is to fill it with something completely different.
Open Houses Aren’t Just For Potential Buyers, You Can Learn A Lot Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 10:29PMOpen Houses aren't just for people looking to buy. There are good reasons to check out houses you have no intention of buying.
Biz Bits Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 6:39AMSterling Gurney, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, will be hosting a coffee club at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at Edward Jones, 602 2nd St., Suite C, Snohomish. Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors.
Real Estate Classes, Seminars Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 2:40AMHome buyers: Learn how to navigate the market and apply for federal tax stimulus credits at two free Washington State Housing Finance Commission workshops.
PART 2 OF 3: Vacant retail buildings can affect in many ways Sunday, July 3, 2011 @ 11:35PMRACINE COUNTY - Appearances to the contrary, empty stores or restaurant buildings are not just passive things.
Selling in a tough market Sunday, July 3, 2011 @ 2:48AMThe home next door is in foreclosure. The neighbors down the street just put their house up for sale at a ridiculous discount. And 'For Sale' signs litter lawns all over town.
Vacancy rate dives Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 12:12PMVacancy rates in Kitimat turned dramatically recently as increased industrial activity means out-of-town workers need housing.
Looking for a real estate hook-up? Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 9:08PMRemax Results offers new real estate "dating service" where shy sellers can meet eager buyers.
Realtors organize event to help Japanese victims Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 6:08PMNew Westminster real estate agents Todd and Karen Conner have heard the cry for help from Japan and are gearing up for a charity event featuring Japanese culture, martial arts and food.
PART 1 of 3: Racine area swimming in vacant retail sites Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 5:09PMRACINE COUNTY - The Racine area has plentiful open space. Unfortunately, much of it is contained within the walls of empty retail buildings.
LOGAN NEILL | Times Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 8:59PMBy Logan Neill, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, June 29, 2011 SPRING HILL — From the outside, the home looked nice, save for some peeling paint. Inside however, it was another story. Before abandoning the house, the former owners took with them everything they could haul off: Appliances, light fixtures, ceiling fans, even the kitchen sink. "It's a real fixer-upper," Sue Benson told the potential ...
Landslide hazard maps axed by state: Risky slopes in Jackson, Haywood to remain a mystery for now Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 7:46AMRepublican lawmakers have pulled the plug on the state’s landslide mapping unit, terminating a controversial project to assess which slopes in the mountains are landslide prone.
Sen. Fasano wants to close loophole on homeowners associations foreclosures Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 9:47PMBy Susan Taylor Martin and Kris Hundley, Times Staff Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2011 Despite repeated efforts, real estate agent Colleen Tuttle had no luck swinging a short sale on behalf of a client who offered the bank $800,000 in cash for an Apollo Beach home with a stunning view of Tampa Bay. So Tuttle was frustrated and angry that an investor group got title to the house for just $10,010 in ...
New West Japanese cultural event for earthquake relief Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 9:43PMTodd Conner in a Japanese Dojo among some of the friends he had in mind when organizing the Canadians for Japan charity event on Friday Apr. 8 at 5:30. Tickets for the event, which will feature Japanese dance, drumming, martial arts and food can be had by making donations to the Red Cross.
Legislator wants to close loophole on HOA foreclosures Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 5:17PMBy Susan Taylor Martin and Kris Hundley, Times Staff Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2011 Despite repeated efforts, real estate agent Colleen Tuttle had no luck swinging a short sale on behalf of a client who offered the bank $800,000 in cash for an Apollo Beach home with a stunning view of Tampa Bay. So Tuttle was frustrated and angry that an investor group got title to the house for just $10,010 in ...