Woodside caters to equestrians Oct 14, 2009
An agent with Coldwell Banker, Dancer has been selling real estate in Woodside for 25 years ... FromZephyr Real Estate. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Boon for sellers, bargains for buyers at kids' occasional sales Oct 6, 2009
The real estate firm on Wednesday released its annual survey of the price of a 2,200-square-foot home with four bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and an attached garage. Great time for US consumers: America is on sale. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Taxing question wrestles haven to the ground Oct 5, 2009
A wealthy businessman who made his fortune in real estate, he credits the tax-free policy for transforming the islands. A native of the Caymans, Mr Bush recalls growing up in poverty and walking to school through a fog of mosquitoes so thick he could barely see. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Winter visitors trickling back Sep 30, 2009
RV dealers and Foothills-area real estate agents are banking on it ... "They're coming back earlier - absolutely," she said, adding that she's seeing people who didn't come last year because of the election, the poor economy and the real estate market downturn. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Beach-home bargains surface in San Diego Sep 26, 2009
Oceanfront real estate from Imperial Beach to La Jolla has not taken the 50 percent plunge that hit some downtown condos and subdivision tract homes ... South of Coronado, in Imperial Beach, average real-estate prices have plunged to $255,000 from $509,000 in 2006, according to a report compiled by Willis Allen Real Estate ... Traditionally, the best time to shop for beachfront real estate is after Labor Day, when vacation rentals are often vacant and not producing income. (AZCentral -- Business)
Spotlight: Assembly of Dust pals around on latest album Sep 24, 2009
They deserve all the mention. " He of course is referring to his band mates, Adam Terrell (guitar), Andy Herrick (drums), and John Leccese (bass).Leccese and Terrell both played in the local band GrooveChild back in the early '90s, while Herrick pounded the skins for Harpoon, and Moonboot Lover. Leccese also played in Percy Hill with Nate Wilson, who left AOD (to focus on his own band, the Nate Wilson Group, which also features Terrell on guitar) before the making of "Some Assembly Required,"... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Feinstein seeks to benefit Drakes oyster farm Sep 23, 2009
Demonstrating once again that making predictions about real estate is inadvisable, latest figures. The Frankfurt Auto Show showcases the newest in high concept cars from makers like Mercedes, Porsche and Audi, and runs through September 27th. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
> Attorney says social media can create liability Sep 21, 2009
Attorney says firms need to protect against liability - Phoenix Business Journal. for free extra services. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Speed camera guru gets top award for excellence Sep 19, 2009
After growing up on the East Coast and attending college there, Tuton moved to Arizona in the mid-1980s and worked in commercial real estate but he grew tired of that about the time the market hit the wall. He had read about the use of photo radar in Europe. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Costco opens at PV Mall Sep 19, 2009
by Eugene Scott - Sept. 18, 2009 02:03 PM The Arizona Republic. A new Costco, its launch delayed once and then moved up, opened Friday at Paradise Valley Mall at Cactus and Tatum roads. (AZCentral -- Business)
Phoenix home prices up from May Sep 18, 2009
It is now clear that the worst is past in the home-price rate of decline and that prices were falling most rapidly back in February and March, said Karl Guntermann, the Fred E. Taylor professor of Real Estate at the W. P. Carey School of Business. However, it must be remembered that the current housing market is still quite volatile, so this conclusion must be tentative. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Beautiful one day, perfect for investment the next Sep 18, 2009
Gold Coast real estate agents estimate the yen accounted for more than half of all transactions in the 1980s. Investors would drive around suburbs like the exclusive Paradise Waters in minibuses, buying properties without even getting off the bus. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Developer: 4 properties aren't in danger Sep 18, 2009
Apartments secure despite foreclosure filing, builder says. by Michael Clancy - Sept. 17, 2009 12:00 AM Arizona Business Gazette. (AZCentral -- Business)
Premiere eateries on board for Restaurant Week Sep 18, 2009
Sept. 16, 2009 10:48 AM The Arizona Republic. Arizona Restaurant Week highlights the state's culinary talent. (AZCentral -- Business)
PV mayor to announce governor's run Sep 15, 2009
Paradise Valley mayor expected to announce governor's run - Phoenix Business Journal. for free extra services. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Conservative slate readying for gov's race Sep 14, 2009
Anti-illegal immigrant slate lining up for 2010 governor's race - Phoenix Business Journal. for free extra services. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Ex-governor floats his name for position Sep 13, 2009
A federal jury found him guilty of defrauding his creditors in a real estate venture. That conviction subsequently was overturned after a federal appeals court concluded that a juror had been improperly dismissed during the trial. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
* Coastal homes at risk from rising seas Sep 6, 2009
Even with all that protection, the fury of the ocean has at times torn up their backyard, large chunks of prime real estate disappearing under waves ... Waves washed away 800m2 of Vaughans beachfront land in May after a bad cyclone and storm season, wiping more than A$1 million (US$850,000) off the value of the property, real estate agents said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Bear encounters in Alaska Sep 4, 2009
"We had 60 bears last night," says our 28-year-old guide, Matt Vermillion, who gave up real estate and a cubicle in Virginia for Alaska. Today, from a platform 15 feet above the ground, we've got an amazing view into a bear nursery where a 3-year-old cub (all 300 pounds of her) snoozes about 50 yards from us, while a sow the guides have nicknamed Bossy and her younger cub, Lucky, graze nearby. (CNN)
Teaching yoga at work a smooth move Sep 4, 2009
by Mary Beth Faller - Sept. 3, 2009 12:10 PM The Arizona Republic. Two and a half years ago, Ali Kamen started Zenergy Yoga out of the back of her car. (AZCentral -- Business)
Behind Florida's Property Tax Revolt Sep 4, 2009
Florida's problem is similar to what California faced in the 1970s: a deluge of new residents and feckless growth management have driven real estate values, and therefore property taxes, beyond the reach of more and more households ... Meanwhile, local government revenues which ballooned lavishly over the past five years as the real estate boom pushed local tax collections up 82% would be rolled back to 2006 levels, with additional cuts of up to 9% depending on each government's past spending... (Time.com)
Ex-CEO of Intel joins staff of Thunderbird Sep 1, 2009
Ex-CEO of Intel joins staff of T-bird. Ex-CEO of Intel joins staff of T-bird. (AZCentral -- Business)
Venerable Quilted Bear restaurant closes Aug 26, 2009
by Carey Sweet - Aug. 24, 2009 05:17 PM Special for The Republic. After more than 36 years of catering to Valley diners with its classic seafood, steaks and signature 26-item salad bar, the Quilted Bear at Scottsdale and Lincoln roads has closed. (AZCentral -- Business)
Bauer weighs anchor on retirement Aug 25, 2009
As I looked at it, the problems basically centered in one area commercial real estate development, he said ... When the real estate market skidded, AnchorBank s portfolio began struggling, he said ... Milwaukee Real Estate. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Colonial: Aggressive strategy fueled company's growth - and its demise Aug 22, 2009
But over the last two years, the sunny paradise turned into a financial hellhole for the company as real estate values plunged amidst the worst recession since the Great Depression ... Birmingham Real Estate. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Paradise lost? Creditors push retailer toward Ch. 7 Aug 21, 2009
Creditors push retailer toward Ch. 7 - The Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
W hotel, Montelucia auctions delayed Aug 20, 2009
by Dawn Gilbertson - Aug. 19, 2009 03:56 PM The Arizona Republic. Foreclosure auctions on two, new high-profile Valley hotels have been postponed again. (AZCentral -- Business)
OUR VIEW: Some wiggle room, perhaps, for lake issue Aug 20, 2009
There is a 99-year agreement between the city and the state that gives the state the right to match any offer before the city could sell real estate at the lake island tract. We understood why leaseholders want leases renewed, and see why they would desire property in the lake area. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Playing on public’s dime Aug 18, 2009
This week I went into the county appraiser s office to get some reasoning as to how, in the worst real estate recession in last 30 years, the market value of my property magically increased by 51 percent in just one year s time. After discussing with an appraiser the rationale that the county/state government used to essentially double my property taxes, I was informed of the steps that I needed to take if I felt it necessary to appeal. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Opens in Dubrovnik Sun Gardens, Croatia Aug 15, 2009
Read this Apartment Operator's reviews Real Estate Info. Save big on your Dubrovnik cruise. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Shark ups price on mansion to $72m Aug 13, 2009
His real estate agent, Corcoran, reveals the beefed up price on its website. If Norman does find a buyer for $US60 million he will easily trump current world number one golfer Tiger Woods, who holds the record for a property sale on the millionaire's paradise of Jupiter Island. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Citi Approves $6B in Lending Programs Aug 12, 2009
Mounting loan losses on failed mortgages and the declining value of investments tied to the real estate loans have been the primary drivers of losses at banks and other financial institutions. While big banks continue to face mounting losses across a wide range of credit, from mortgages to home equity loans to credit cards, many, including Citi expect those loan losses to grow as the recession continues. (CBS News)
Jacksonville pet resort opens two spots Aug 11, 2009
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China executes former chairman of airport Aug 8, 2009
At his peak, Li, the airport executive, supervised a 38,000-employee behemoth that not only served 30 percent of the nation s air passenger traffic, but had also began forays into insurance, hotels, real estate, and tourism. Last February a court in Jinan ruled that he had embezzled $12. (Boston Globe)
Flathead Lake: Absolute sale - Home up for grabs at no-holds-barred auction Aug 2, 2009
Given the national economic slowdown and the fact that few, if any, lake homes are moving in this unusually stagnant real estate market, Thornton is turning to a novel approach to move his piece of Montana paradise at 21505 E. Shore Route. Thornton, a real estate developer from Tennessee, will auction off his hilly 5 ... Because of the tough economic times, real estate is one of the fastest growing auctions area, said Ruth Link, spokesperson for the Missoula Organization of Realtors. (Missoulian, MT)
Bozeman museum sues over $2M deal Aug 1, 2009
"This is not a case of a donor unable to fulfill a pledge, but rather a businessman who took advantage of the Museum's goodwill to try to sell real estate in a commercial development and then refused to pay," the museum said in a statement issued by its attorney, James Goetz. Dokken did not immediately return telephone messages left by The Associated Press. (Montana Standard, MT)
Art gallery aims to be eclectic Jul 31, 2009
Friday July 31, 2009. Paradise to hold gala opening next weekend. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Alabama Homes Jul 31, 2009
Alabama Real Estate - For Sale By Owner, New Homes, Resales, Open Houses ... Searching:Alabama Real Estate ... (c) The Real Estate Book. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Have we hit bottom? Jul 27, 2009
But the economy needs a real estate balance, to restart demand and get people back to work ... Is the area real estate market finally starting to recover ... It s the collapse of commercial real estate that s coming in the next wave. (The Palm Beach Post)
Cootie-free Santa Clara a fine fit for 49ers Jul 17, 2009
Major real estate groups are pushing for a moratorium on new appraisal standards that they. Icy winter roads and vacation-clogged summer highways might seem the most dangerous for motorists, but. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Denver ranked 10th most walkable city Jul 9, 2009
Denver ranked Americas 10th most walkable city - Denver Business Journal. for free extra services. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
This week's priciest home sales in the Valley Jul 8, 2009
More real estate news at ... Enter your email address to get Real Estate News Update (Mondays, Thursdays) newsletters. (AZCentral -- Business)
Kyrgyzstan weighs opium as industry Jul 6, 2009
Bakiev: The president has not taken a firm public stand on the opium issue. Farmers: Brothers plow a field in the countys fertile Fergana Valley. (Christian Science Monitor)
MGM buys parcels for new center Jul 5, 2009
6 acre parcel from Concord Wilshire Partners, a Southern California real estate developer that had announced plans last year to build a hotel-casino on the oddly shaped site in conjunction with the publishers of Maxim Magazine ... "We have an opportunity to bring into the mix new ideas, new brands, new customer bases and new marketing approaches. There is such an increased level of interest to get into Las Vegas, that we believe entities will want to partner up with MGM Mirage. This will create... (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
Tax sale scheduled for Tuesday in Washington County Jul 1, 2009
HAGERSTOWN About 170 Washington County properties are expected to go on the auction block Tuesday during a tax collectors real estate sale ... Altogether, Demcores past-due real estate taxes amounted to about $133,000 before the company settled its debt ... Legal notices are sent to delinquent property owners in April before the properties are advertised in June as part of a real estate sale. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Thailand Extends Royal Golf Invitation Jun 27, 2009
That sort of real estate - linked by Thailand's enviably modern transportation infrastructure - translates into the Kingdom's stunning golf properties, including. Banyan Golf Club, a new hillside course just outside the charming coastal town of Hua Hin, preferred holiday retreat of the Thai Royal Family for almost a century. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Bucks send Jefferson to Spurs in 4-player swap Jun 24, 2009
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Harry Norman, Realtors, Presents "BEAR PAW" the Ultimate in GA Luxury Homes Jun 24, 2009
" The HNR-NGO services four North Georgia counties including Pickens, Gilmer, Lumpkin and Dawson. The office specializes in North Georgia communities in the office's four county area including; homes for sale , homes for sale Jasper, GA, homes for sale Dahlonega, GA, homes for sale and homes for sale Ellijay, GA. The office also supports clients interested in buying or selling foreclosure and short sale properties in Big Canoe and throughout North Georgia. To support these activities the... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Special effects outsourcing grows in India Jun 24, 2009
They opened an 18,000-square-foot (1,670-square- meter) office in October with funding how much they won't say from Sahara India Pariwar, a conglomerate with interests in real estate, finance, media and infrastructure. Geon ultimately hopes to get out of the effects contracting business, with its razor-thin margins, and start making and owning its own films. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Envision falls heavily after failed investment Jun 23, 2009
A Scottsdale company purchased distressed hospitals. by Ken Alltucker - Jun. (AZCentral -- Business)
Historic PV hotel cuts back on update Jun 21, 2009
Hermosa Inn now plans a less expensive face lift. by Dawn Gilbertson - Jun. (AZCentral -- Business)
Envision Corp. falls heavily after failed hospital investment Jun 21, 2009
Envision falls heavily after failed hospital investment. Envision falls heavily after failed hospital investment. (AZCentral -- Business)
Alaska's Rat Island rat-free after 229 years Jun 16, 2009
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Looking Back Jun 4, 2009
Wes Boehme believes in the value of Kalona real estate and has lately purchased from Mrs. Ida Palmer, the property just east of the Owen Rogers home. J. W. Cupp has traded his residence property to Pre. (Kalona News, IA)
Tough times for Baby Boomers in recession Jun 4, 2009
Fewer openings, more competition for older job seekers. Fewer openings, more competition for older job seekers. (AZCentral -- Business)
COLUMN: City sets an example at Lake Paradise Jun 4, 2009
I d like to send out a big howdy-do and thank you to city leaders in Mattoon for teaching me a valuable real estate lesson this week. Yes siree-bob, now I know how the big boys operate. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Our views: Reckless rollback Jun 3, 2009
The other six members of Brevards GOPs delegation four of whom work in the development and real estate industries also backed it. Heres the result. (Florida Today)
Priciest homes Jun 3, 2009
Kirk J. Marshall is managing member of NKJ Realty 1, and a Realtor with Desert Mountain Real Estate in Scottsdale. $2,865,000. (AZCentral -- Business)
'Up' review: You can't get praise much higher than this May 30, 2009
RAIN Saturday May 30, 2009. Up' review: You can't get praise much higher than this. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Storm hits Coast: is paradise lost? May 30, 2009
And the real estate industry is worried the bottom will fall out of the affordable end of the housing market once the first home owner's grant is cut back in September ... "It has a very quick shut down and a very quick take-off," says Real Estate Institute of Queensland chairman Peter McGrath. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
> Group honors development pioneer David J. Brown May 27, 2009
Brown developed 7 million square feet of commercial real estate across 1,400 acres throughout Northern California ... Dave Brown is the North San Jose commercial real estate market, said Dan Amend, NAIOP s president and head of Toeniskoetter Construction Inc. It exists because of him ... Brown founded Orchard Properties in 1973 when commercial real estate was barely on the radar and handled just enough land deals to survive until 1977. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Paradise Winners May 25, 2009
Despite hurricanes and a depressed real estate market, the Florida sun has not lost its shine for Palm Beach Post readers. More than 650 people entered our paradise contest, each sharing five reasons why they love South Florida. (The Palm Beach Post)
'Dr. Beach' picks Hanalei Bay nation's No. 1 beach May 24, 2009
Complete real estate services by Jennifer Mackay in the panama city, fl area. Featured. (Yahoo News)
'Dr. Beach' names two-mile stretch on Hawaii nation's best May 23, 2009
Sell or Buy Luxury Homes in Newport Beach-Specializing in Coastal Real Estate. 10% Discount for weekly rental-Vacation rentals Joni's Bch Rentals. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Sign of the times: 'Space available' May 23, 2009
How we got the story The Atlanta Journal-Constitution interviewed over 10 real estate experts and developers, and examined available data ... No question, said Richard Poland, regional research manager for CoStar, a real estate data firm that produces the Atlanta Retail Market report ... But for most space, said Barry, the answer depends on whether institutional investors, like real estate investment trusts, own the land, or whether under-capitalized entrepreneurs own the land. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
