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Bidding wars add to hot house prices Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 2:28PMNorth Vancouver real estate agent Kasha Riddle recently sold a home on Croydon Place in Delbrook, North Vancouver, for $60,000 above the asking price.
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.
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.
Arts Scene published Saturday, July 16, 2011 Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 1:10AM•Lighthouse Repertory Theatre will hold auditions for the comedy production of “Nuncrackers” at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Resource Center community room, 494 Pacific Ave., Crescent City. Four of the five original nuns from “Nunsense” will reprise their roles, however the group is seeking players for Sister Robert Anne, Father Virgil, four elementary to high school students and several chorus nuns.
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.
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.
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.
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
Arts Scene published Wednesday, July 13, 2011 Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 2:28AM•Rob Decker will be giving a watercolor underpainting demonstration following the general meeting of the Pelican Bay Arts Association. The meeting will be at 11 a.m. followed by a potluck lunch at noon at the Manley Art Center and Gallery, 433 Oak St., Brookings.
Police Log: Motorcyclist trapped after accident Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 6:42PMA rider who ended up in a ditch needs help getting up.
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,
Art Scene published Saturday, July 9, 2011 Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 2:43AM•Rob Decker will be giving a watercolor underpainting demonstration following the general meeting of the Pelican Bay Arts Association. The meeting will be at 11 a.m. followed by a potluck lunch at noon at the Manley Art Center and Gallery, 433 Oak St., Brookings.
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 [...]
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.
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.
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
Art Scene published Wednesday, July 6, 2011 Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:23AM•Giraffes on a Raft will perform from 6 to 8 p.m. during Destination Wednesday at The Snug, 515 Chetco Avenue upper level, Brookings. •Chetco Pelican Players presents “Nunsensations” at 7:30 p.m. at the Chetco Playhouse, 1240 Chetco Ave., Brookings.
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 @ 4:25AMSterling 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.
Art Scene published Saturday, July 2, 2011 Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 3:07AMFriday, July 8 •Chetco Pelican Players presents “Nunsensations” at 7:30 p.m. at the Chetco Playhouse, 1240 Chetco Ave., Brookings. Final showtimes are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9, and 2 p.m. Sunday, July 10. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. For reservations, call 541-469-1877.
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 ...
Art Scene published Wednesday, June 29, 2011 Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 12:46PM•Brookings-Harbor Community Theater will hold auditions for the musical “My Fair Lady” at 6:30 p.m. at the Harbor Performing Arts Center in the Brookings-Harbor Shopping Center. For information, call Director Leanne (McCurley) Hinkle at 541-540-4696 or 541-469-4696.
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.
Keller Williams Adds Agents in Westminster Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 1:52PMDenver - The Northwest Market Center of Keller Williams, 9191 Sheridan Blvd., continues to grow with the addition of nine agents to its team.
Local business buzz Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 12:52PMWith advanced search properties and complete home listings in thousands of cities and towns, the real estate franchise Web site www.remax.com connects homebuyers and sellers with award-winning and experienced RE/MAX agents through the RE/MAX LeadStreet system, a RE/MAX news release stated.
Yes, you can still sell your home in a down market Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 5:04PMCHICAGO — 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.
Art Scene published Saturday, June 25, 2011 Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 2:47PM•Brookings-Harbor Community Theater will hold auditions for the musical “My Fair Lady” at 6:30 p.m. at the Harbor Performing Arts Center in the Brookings-Harbor Shopping Center.
Hidden Neighborhoods: Scofield Farms area appeals to high-tech workers Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 10:00AMHidden Neighborhoods: Scofield Farms area appeals to high-tech workers
Real estate briefs Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 5:00AMReal estate briefs
No Internet, no thanks, cottage buyers say Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 6:49AMRustic, away from it all cottages don’t have the romantic appeal they once had, as buyers want big city feature like cable and Internet.
Cottagers want cable, Internet, 4-season use Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 6:04AMRustic, away from it all cottages don’t have the romantic appeal they once had, as buyers want big city feature like cable and Internet.
Buyers aren’t roughing it in cottage country Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 9:04PMNo internet? No thanks. Ontario cottage buyers are demanding more amenities in their vacation homes.
Realtors Get More Referrals with New Automated Email Marketing Service Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 1:20AMReal estate agents are getting results using a new automated email marketing service, Happy Grasshopper. The service helps them follow-up more consistently and in less time than other methods. While agents report knowing that follow-up is critical to getting more referrals, many admit to not doing so because of lack of time and of knowing what to say. Tampa, FL (PRWEB) June 22, 2011 Real estate ...
Housing key in attracting residents Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 12:20AMMaps listing homicides or suspected homicides in EBR Parish for 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008 and 2007. Current gas prices in BR area.
Broker’s untimely death turns lives upside down Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 1:48PMBy Charlene Dean When Available Properties Broker Shelly Bolen passed away suddenly June 5, her business was left without a governing broker license under which to operate. Realtors with listings and sales contracts couldn’t move forward in closing the deals. The biggest problem of all, though, was what to do about all the company’s rentals.[...]
Art Scene published Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 1:02AM•Gasquet artist Rick Bennett will give a watercolor demonstration at noon Thursday, June 23, preceded by a potluck lunch at Crescent Harbor Gallery, 140 Marine Way, Crescent City. For more information, call 707-464-9133.
Catching up with changes in lives of our up-and-comers Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 1:49AMTen months after he was originally profiled as part of our Sunday 'People to Watch' feature, Cloyd Phillips, executive director of the Community Services Agency and Development Corporation, still deflects personal questions to instead talk about the work his group does and what CSADC hopes to accomplish in the coming year.
Copper Thefts On The Rise In Mobile Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 5:31PMMOBILE, Alabama - Thieves strike in West Mobile neighborhood, targeting copper. The trend is becoming all too common across Mobile. Copper thieves are at it again in Mobile, this time a home on Hillcrest Road was targeted. Mamun is a real estate agent with Remax in West Mobile. He arrived on Saturday morning to his listing on Western Hills Avenue to find that the home's air conditioning unit had ...
Art Scene published Saturday, June 18, 2011 Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 2:22AMChetco Pelican Players presents “Nunsensations” has been cancelled. For ticket refunds, send the ticket to P.O. Box 2712, Harbor, OR 97415. People who received tickets through a Curry Coastal Pilot subscription promotion may use the tickets for another play. For information, call 541-469-1857.