Housing market in Billings, Montana, feels the recession May 19, 2009
HOW'S THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IN YOUR AREA. Close to Home index. (USA Today -- Money)
MT pension funds growing, but losses still linger May 18, 2009
Besides bonds and domestic and international stocks, the pension portfolio includes a real estate pool and a private equity pool. State Budget Director David Ewer, who formerly worked at the Board of Investments, said it s hard to predict what might happen with the investment portfolio. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Pension funds grow May 17, 2009
Besides bonds and domestic and international stocks, the pension portfolio includes a real estate pool and a private equity pool. State Budget Director David Ewer, who formerly worked at the Board of Investments, said it's hard to predict what might happen with the pension portfolio investment portfolio. (Montana Standard, MT)
Sentinel publisher moves on: Rickman takes regional publisher post in Montana May 15, 2009
Unable to submit Real Estate, Services, and Business Investements at this time ... In 1984, he joined the Los Angeles Times, working with automotive and real estate advertisers. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Spring greens - Find out what’s new, improved at western Montana links May 15, 2009
Championship tees cover 7,093 yards of real estate. Lessons available. (Missoulian, MT)
Insurers get preliminary OK for Treasury funds May 15, 2009
Insurers also have seen their investment portfolios slammed by declines in stocks, real estate and other financial assets in the last two years. Analysts have warned that some insurers risked falling below necessary capital levels, which is essential to avoiding costly downgrades from ratings agencies. (Montana Standard, MT)
Obama administration to expand housing plan May 14, 2009
Short sales are often seen as preferable to foreclosure because they don't harm a borrowers' credit record as much as a foreclosure, but real estate agents have complained that the process can drag out for months. "The problem is it's never clear who in a bank has the authority to approve a short sale," said Howard Glaser, a mortgage industry consultant in Washington and a former HUD official. (Montana Standard, MT)
Target Range meeting will provide lots of information May 14, 2009
Dave Wanzenried on how Montana will approach the upcoming real estate re-appraisals. A sneak preview of a draft Target Range Neighborhood Plan. (Missoulian, MT)
To buy Mont. club, Swiss bank must repay $42M debt May 14, 2009
With its gated entrance, private ski mountain and multimillion-dollar real estate, the Yellowstone Club once sat at the pinnacle of American wealth. But crashing real estate sales, mounting debts and Blixseth's messy divorce have left the 13,600-acre resort more than $400 million in debt. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Allen selling 2 radio stations May 12, 2009
In the intervening years, Wilson said, he's been semi-retired -- developing residential real estate in Mexico and Idaho, and raising horses at his home in Bigfork, Montana. But Wilson said he's never lost his affection for the radio business, and at age 64 hopes to build a modest chain of stations based in Portland. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Business Briefcase May 10, 2009
Jolene Robins of Windermere Real Estate recently completed 96 hours of instruction to earn her GRI designation from the Graduate Realtors Institute. Nicole Walden recently joined St. Peter s Hospital as director of quality, responsible for developing a comprehensive quality and risk management plan for the hospital. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Jury acquits W.R. Grace, former execs May 9, 2009
Baltimore Real Estate ... Stay up to date on the latest news from within the commercial real estate industry. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Banks' 'stress test' lift cloud of uncertainty May 8, 2009
4 billion from credit card loans and $53 billion from commercial real estate loans _ the loans on banks' books that analysts say are now most vulnerable to default ... Johnson said some bank executives have told him they already are losing more money on commercial real estate loans than the tests estimated even under the harsher economic scenario. (Montana Standard, MT)
Carmike Cinemas' 4.9% Increase in Q1 Total Revenue Drives 10.6% Rise in Theatre Level Cash Flow May 5, 2009
Loans on accounts receivables, inventory, equipment, machinery and real estate. Asset-based deals from $1 to $30 mm.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Owner of club for billionaires says she opposed $375M loan May 5, 2009
"My job as always was to go along with it." With its gated entrance, private ski mountain and multi-million-dollar real estate, the Yellowstone Club once sat at the pinnacle of American wealth. But crashing real estate sales, mounting debts and the Blixseth's messy divorce have left the 13,600 acre resort in financial tatters ... Another 80 million went toward real estate purchases including private estates in Scotland, France and Mexico, according to a forensic accountant who testified Monday... (Montana Standard, MT)
Economist: Missoula lags behind other cities May 3, 2009
( 39 million); local government ( 25 million); construction and real estate ( 19 million), and farming and agricultural services ( 4 million). Embracing the thriving areas of our economy allows us to build upon them, and also to shore up our weaknesses, Swanson said. (Missoulian, MT)
A womans quest to erase a past that wont die May 2, 2009
NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION. Catherine stared at the citation. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Numbers show early cash flow struggles for club May 2, 2009
"I have never seen a real estate loan transaction where you have a value greater than a million that does not have a market value appraisal," testified David Abshier, an expert on risk management called by the creditors for Friday's hearing. "It's inconsistent with industry standards, it's inconsistent with the law of the land." Since Credit Suisse arranged the loan through a Cayman Islands' bank, an appraisal using fair market value was not required as it would have been in the United States. (Montana Standard, MT)
Do you think every student should attend college to be successful? Why? (6) May 1, 2009
We all know the economy and the Internet have had an effect on the three largest legs of our classified business: automotive, real estate and employment. The question is where do newspapers go from here. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
A Hannah Montana Banana? Apr 30, 2009
Whereas cereal boxes and fast food bags used to be prime real estate for company-to-kid marketing, alarming rates of childhood obesity caused Disney to think twice about aligning its name with sugary or fatty foods. So over the past few years, Disney has gradually distanced itself from junk food. (Slate)
MCPS Board of Trustees: Q&A with Johns, Holland Apr 30, 2009
I believe we should not sell any real estate without investing the proceeds in other real estate. We should trade land we don't need, or lease it. (Missoulian, MT)
Blixseth justifies taking millions Apr 30, 2009
A Yellowstone Club member and Boston real estate investor, Sam Byrne with Crossharbor Capital Partners, has offered to buy the resort for 100 million ... Before the real estate market's collapse, Byrne last year sought to buy the club for 470 million ... Byrne has tens of millions more sunk into club real estate. (Montana Standard, MT)
One call could have unraveled alleged Polson Ponzi scheme (2033) Apr 28, 2009
In court documents filed by Montana Special Assistant Attorneys General John J. Mudd and Roberta Cross Guns seeking disciplinary action against Congdon and Kovick, the state says that the men sold investment opportunities they claimed were backed by real estate equal to or of greater value than the investment itself ... When interest rates hit historic lows, seniors are often lured away by smooth-talking salesmen who promise them their money is secure, backed by real estate they can't lose, Egan... (Missoulian, MT)
Plum Creek to close Pablo mill Apr 28, 2009
KALISPELL Yet another sawmill is closing and two more are on the chopping block as Plum Creek Timber Co. continues to stagger beneath a collapsing real estate market. It really is getting rougher and rougher, said company spokeswoman Kathy Budinick. (Missoulian, MT)
Books inspire in troubled times Apr 28, 2009
Lurie, managing director of the real estate services firm Grubb and an ordained rabbi, shares some of the five-minute sermons he gave every Monday morning to inspire and motivate real estate professionals. The book shows readers how to maximize who they are and what they can become. (Montana Standard, MT)
Reuse stores make use of refuse Apr 28, 2009
"People are trying to highlight it with kids and help them understand that reused stuff can be beautiful and fun." The former real estate boom and popularity of the environmental movement have been good for reuse centers, said Leslie Kirkland, who runs the Baltimore nonprofit Loading Dock and also operates the Reuse Development Organization, a trade association of sorts for reuse centers. "In the past 10 years, more and more building reuse centers have been popping up," she said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Oregon ranchers cry out for wolf hearings Apr 19, 2009
NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION. Although current federal and state endangered species laws do not allow ranchers to kill wolves caught in the act of attacking livestock, federal protection is set to expire under a May 4 de-listing by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for wolves in the Northern Rockies region, which includes northeastern Oregon. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
BSC alumni awards announced Apr 19, 2009
A Beulah native, Jaeger was a high school teacher, served in the North Dakota Army National Guard and spent 20 years as a real estate broker in Fargo. He owned the Gallery of Homes Realty Center in Fargo and then joined Metro Realtors. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
CPSC signals delay for lead law and ATVs Apr 18, 2009
17, 2009 02:03 PM Associated Press. WASHINGTON - Motorcycle shops should soon be able to sell youth ATVs and motorbikes again, at least temporarily. (AZCentral -- Business)
Laurel home sales steady Apr 16, 2009
We seem to have a stable job base and that seems to translate into a stable real estate market as well ... Some of those people have been surprised though when they have made low ball offers based on the depressed real estate markets where they live ... While there has been some softening in real estate values, Klein said she believes values in this area are remaining relatively stable. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Hannah Montana' earns box-office crown Apr 14, 2009
13, 2009 03:55 PM Associated Press. LOS ANGELES - Hannah Montana is queen of the box office. (AZCentral -- Business)
State of fisheries' held this Thursday Apr 14, 2009
Edwards is in a private law practice and is active in family businesses, including Edwards Jet Center, real estate and ranching. He holds under. (Montana Standard, MT)
The bigge$t ever celebrity divorce? Apr 14, 2009
He can command 17million a film and is an avid real estate investor, with properties in Malibu, Australia, Fiji and Costa Rica. In December 2004 he sold a 300acre ranch in Australia for a reported 4million and then bought an island in Fiji called Mago for an estimated 10million. (The Drudge Report)
Bill, Josh Devane Famous father, son introduce newest hot spot (9) Apr 13, 2009
Located on a prime piece of real estate in Old Town La Quinta just adjacent to the sights and sounds of a soothing waterfall Devane s Old Town is quickly developing a following. People are excited to have Devane s back on this end of the Valley, said Josh Devane, Bill s son and the primary operator of both Devane s Old Town and Devane s Italian Kitchen in Rancho Mirage. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Area Snapshots Apr 12, 2009
The Butte Board of Realtors' members who achieved the designation are Terri Elge, sales associate with Homestead Real Estate; Janel Morgan, sales associate with Harrison Avenue Realty; and Gary Shea, broker-owner of Shea Realtors. They join other top producers in the residential real estate industry who hold the designation across the nation ... In addition, they have learned the fundamentals of brokerage and other areas of real estate specialization. (Montana Standard, MT)
* Have a job, yet looking for one? Apr 12, 2009
A few weeks ago, while Scott Cooney, a real estate developer in Missoula, Montana. was getting his monthly US$14 haircut, he was approached by an engineer who wanted to switch firms. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Oregon developer puts Ranch at Rock Creek up for sale Apr 11, 2009
He will look at all offers, said real estate broker Katie Ward of Missoula. For more information, read Saturday's Missoulian or go to. (Missoulian, MT)
Rock Creek developer pulls project Apr 11, 2009
He will look at all offers, said real estate broker Katie Ward of Missoula, who called the land a perfect place for a family estate. I look at it as a great opportunity for someone to keep this property in one piece, she said. (Missoulian, MT)
He's not a fan of 'Hannah Montana' Apr 10, 2009
He's not a fan of 'Hannah Montana. M/SUNNY Friday April 10, 2009. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Georgia wins Miley Cyrus film Apr 10, 2009
Stay up to date on the latest news from within the commercial real estate industry. News, analysis and ideas that defy the odds and the times. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
More of this story Apr 9, 2009
Kaiser said Yellowstone Bank is making as many loans as usual and the bank has funds available for qualified buyers, whether they are loans for real estate, commercial loans, ag loans or consumer loans. Our lending practices haven't changed, he said. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Business Notes (April 6) Apr 7, 2009
New team member: Preston Kahl a real estate sales professional in Corvallis has joined Keller Williams Mid-Willamette Valley Market Center it was announced by Terri Woods, team leader of the company. Kahl has an extensive background in real estate and is a graduate of Pro Schools for Real Estate. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Proposed 500-kilovolt line focus of Thursday's public meeting Apr 5, 2009
Landowners, business owners, real estate agents and others are invited to help plan the next step in the grassroots citizens' effort to stop construction of the power line on their property. Bring a notebook, pen and lots of ideas. (Montana Standard, MT)
W.R. Grace: Libby's air a bit clearer Apr 5, 2009
Previous research, however, did find asbestos contamination in forestland surrounding the town, and now the U.S. Forest Service is issuing warnings and some private real estate deals are on hold ... Plum Creek's acres, Cirian said, are of special concern, as the timber company continues to sell forestland for real estate. (Missoulian, MT)
Bashas' in FH opens rebuilt grocery Apr 4, 2009
TOP HOMES - $899,000 MLS 4042313 4 bed / 2 bath 2,751 - 3,000 / 1978 Lester F. Cox, Realty Executives - $109,500 MLS 3015926 2 bed / 1 bath 1,201 - 1,400 / 1948 Merrilee Edwards, Realty Executives - $179,900 MLS 4042837 4 bed / 3 bath 2,501 - 2,750 / 1999 Liz Recchia, We Sell Real Estate, LLC. mobile news. (AZCentral -- Business)
The face of Montana - Strong-willed 94-year-old's life rooted in bridge, Treasure State Apr 2, 2009
There was a cattle ranch in southeastern Montana in her youngest years; a farm in the Bitterroot Valley; neighborhood groceries and a real estate business with Earl in Missoula ... Betty returned to Missoula the following year, married Winston Meyer, got her real estate license and went to work with Earl at Cooley Realty. (Missoulian, MT)
Residential, business tax cuts advance Apr 1, 2009
In its current form, HB658 offsets the increases by gradually reducing tax rates and exempting portions of commercial and residential real estate from taxation. It also increases several tax-credit and tax-break programs aimed at lowering property taxes for the elderly, disabled veterans and moderate-income households. (Montana Standard, MT)
Locals share most memorable April Fools' Day gags Mar 29, 2009
FOGGY Sunday March 29, 2009. Today's most viewed articles. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Oregon loggers sound off on popular TV show Mar 29, 2009
NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION. Sword deconstructed several unlikely scenes, including the one where timber cutter Dwayne Dethlefs quit. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Sin, Early Seattle and Boss Way Mar 27, 2009
Way became a prominent Seattle businessman, owning saloons, a billiard hall, real estate and insurance agency, boat-building company, saddlery, sign company and part of a local newspaper. He sent for his family and in 1896 was elected to the Washington legislature, where he introduced bills providing free kindergartens and textbooks. (Suite101.com)
Frontier seeks new commish Mar 25, 2009
Walker is also in the real estate management business with interests throughout the state. "When Mike first became the commissioner, he thought he could work 80 hours a week because his family wasn't so big," McClafferty said. (Montana Standard, MT)
When will our market hit bottom? Experts detail signs of a housing turnaround Mar 24, 2009
If those same people (modest-income young couples) can t afford now what they could afford before things got crazy, he said, that s a good insight into where the real estate market is. Although he didn t know enough about Missoula s real estate or smaller rural cities like us to comment, he did offer some insights about why it s important to keep an eye on our real estate transactions ... Real estate, more than anything because of the cost of mortgages and how much is leveraged in closings, go... (Missoulian, MT)
Originality rules in Wisconsin? Not in new slogan Mar 24, 2009
The phrase also has been used by a small lodge in Montana, a 2007 religious conference for women in Florida, as the name of several books and blogs and by companies selling real estate, baseball caps and nutritional supplements. In addition, at least six Internet domain names use variations of the phrase. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Gabriel Resources Ltd.: Alan R. Hill Retires-Keith Hulley Appointed Interim CEO Mar 23, 2009
Source: Gabriel Resources Ltd.. Alan R. Hill Remains on Board of Directors. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Loving a Craftsman home Mar 22, 2009
and when Brad took a job with REC Silicon, they found themselves shopping in Butte's real estate market. "We just love old houses. There's something about old houses that you just can't replicate in a new home," Stacey Martin said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Some schools cutting ties with Russell Athletic Mar 20, 2009
by Jimmy Golen - Mar. 19, 2009 05:37 PM Associated Press. (AZCentral -- Business)
How AIG Became Too Big to Fail Mar 19, 2009
The idea is that in a global economy so tightly linked that problems in the U.S. real estate market can help bring down Icelandic banks and Asian manufacturers, AIG sits at some of the critical switch points. Its failure, so the fear goes, would set off chains of others, rattling around the globe in short order. (Time.com)
"Hannah Montana The Movie" Soundtrack CD Features 18 Tracks, Including 14 Brand New Songs, Performed by Multi-Platinum Artists Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus, Taylor Swift, Rascal Flatts Mar 18, 2009
Source: Walt Disney Records. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--For Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus fans worldwide the wait is nearly over. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fed scopes out options with key rate near zero Mar 18, 2009
It will be expanded to include commercial real estate, though that component won't be part of the initial rollout. There are risks to pumping more money into the economy, bailing out financial institutions and leaving a key rate near zero for too long. Those steps could ignite inflation, put ever-more taxpayers' money in danger and encourage companies to make high-stake gambles, confident the government stands ready to rescue them. (Montana Standard, MT)
No lift lines here - Blacktail Mountain a favorite for locals who hate to wait Mar 17, 2009
The name pretty much says it all, and recreation opportunities through spring, summer and fall draw the world s attention to the little chunk of real estate up on the northwest shore of Flathead Lake. But Lakeside has another side in winter, a backside, so to speak, that draws people from all over the Flathead Valley and as far away as Missoula. (Missoulian, MT)
Tucson copper miner plans bankruptcy settlements Mar 17, 2009
by Andrew Johnson - Mar. 17, 2009 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic. (AZCentral -- Business)
He likes the Ladies: East Missoulian shows his love for his favorite team - the Lady Griz Mar 15, 2009
So besides signed posters of country divas like Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and Lisa Brokop, Lady Griz athletics takes up the bulk of the real estate on Potter's walls at home. If you're wondering whether Potter is a Grizzly football fan, the answer is yes. (Missoulian, MT)
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NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION. We started a chain of ice cream stores the Weiser Ice Creamery, the Payette Ice Creamery and the Emmett Ice Creamery. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Technologent Announces the Introduction of a New Colocation Service in Montana Mar 13, 2009
These efficiencies, combined with the many comparative advantages available in Montana (low labor, power and real estate costs, no sales taxes, low property taxes, negligible man-made and natural risk factors, high quality labor force, etc. enable Technologent to offer superior data center services at extremely competitive prices. (PR Newswire)
Kalispell talk show host Stokes files for bankruptcy Mar 11, 2009
2 million punitive award, saying the real estate company had discriminated against him when his offer for the land wasn't accepted. The easement lawsuit that started Stokes down the road to last week's bankruptcy filing involved 32 acres of easements on a 160-acre site, where Anderson and the Gardners each own segments. (Missoulian, MT)
