Austin, TX (PRWEB) January 21, 2012
The NAR has just released the December Existing-Home Sales figures which Homes.org has analyzed for its readers, highlighting the key findings and discussing what buyers and sellers can likely expect in the year to come based on the market performance in December. Though the numbers aren't quite as strong as they were in December 2009, they are promising that home sales will continue on in the right direction in the coming year.
Overall, the December Existing-Home Sales figures reveal positive trends continued in the last month of 2011 with existing home sales continuing to increase over last month.
Key Findings December 2011 Existing Home Sales and Start Ups Reports Include:
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Agent Provides Resource to Foreclosure Alternatives
Langhorne, PA (PRWEB) October 12, 2010
Local CDPE-designated agent, Joel Gruenke of Keller Williams Real Estate in Bucks County who serves homeowners in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, has released an informational report comparing the various options homeowners have when they find themselves getting behind on payments.
The report can be found at www.AForwardMove.org and provides a thorough explanation of the various options homeowners have.
“Considering how damaging foreclosure can be for the homeowner and the surrounding community, it is important that everyone knows all of the alternatives available,” Gruenke said. “This report is the latest addition to my website, which gives distressed homeowners a way to inform themselves of their best options.”
Currently, one in seven mortgages is in some stage of delinquency and one in four homes owe more than it is worth. Once a mortgage payment has been missed, the lender has the ability to begin the foreclosure process. A short sale can potentially minimize the damage to one’s future loan eligibility, credit score, employment, security clearance and more.
“We often see homeowners enter the foreclosure process without any visible means of professional guidance,” Gruenke said. “My hope is to inform the community that there are legal, dignified alternatives to foreclosure.”
The CDPE designation provides real estate agents with the tools and knowledge needed to efficiently, ethically and effectively pursue foreclosure alternatives, specifically short sales. In addition to their initial training, CDPE-designated agents are connected to a network of professionals via the Distressed Property Institute, allowing them to remain regularly updated on the complex and quickly changing real estate market.
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irvine, CA (PRWEB) September 29, 2010
Envision Financial Systems, Inc., a leading provider of technology solutions to the mutual fund industry, today announced the release of a new whitepaper on cost basis reporting. With the deadline of January 1, 2011 for compliance with the new IRS mandated cost basis requirement fast approaching, mutual fund companies are looking for an efficient and cost-effective solution to address regulatory needs.
In October of 2008, President Bush signed into law the “Bailout Bill” as it is commonly referred to. This bill mandates that all mutual fund companies provide shareholders the ability to select the cost basis upon which their investments are sold. This allows shareholders to better manage their tax strategy.
“In today’s era of increasing regulations and compliance requirements, fund companies face the hurdle of ensuring their technology can handle these new laws,” says Satnam Gambhir, Chief Executive Officer of Envision. “We position ourselves as a solution provider in the truest sense of the word, counseling fund companies on how the two realms of computers and compliance meet.”
The in-depth 13-page report, titled “Mutual Fund Cost Basis Reporting – Fast Track to Compliance”, addresses the following:
-Details on the new law and changes
-IRS guidance notices
-Who will benefit from the new law
-What mutual funds and brokers need to do to be in compliance
-Deadline dates and penalties
-Reporting requirements: cost basis tax lot relief methods
-Basis and Loss Adjustment Rules
-Critical decisions for fund companies
In the fall of 2009, Envision incorporated the ability to determine a shareholder’s cost basis under these new regulations into their award-winning PowerAgent transfer agency system. The calculations take into account sales, tax-free exchanges, inheritance transfers, load structures and more. Shareholders are able to select from a list of tax strategies such as “maximize gain – long-term then short-term.” PowerAgent will then select the best tax lots to sell to achieve the desired results. “While shareholders stand to benefit from the new law the most in the long term, fund companies will face increasing pressure in the short term as deadlines loom,” continues Gambhir. “But with proper planning and execution, fund companies can leverage these changes to distinguish themselves by offering premium services to their shareholders.”
You may request a complimentary copy of the whitepaper at http://www.enfs.com/CostBasis.html.
About Envision Financial Systems.
Founded in 1994, Envision Financial Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of real-time shareholder accounting software solutions to the mutual fund and financial services industry. Using in-depth knowledge of the industry and listening to its customers, Envision provides its clients with real-time access to data that optimizes productivity, increases customer satisfaction and enables emerging business needs. Envision’s headquarters are in Irvine, California, with offices in Owings Mills, Maryland and Bangalore, India. For more information, visit www.enfs.com.
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Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 27, 2010
A well-published freelance writer, Karon Warren has covered everything from interviewing American Idol finalists and NASCAR drivers to profiling hot travel destinations and the latest wedding trends–plus everything in between. Karon's areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, travel, home decor, home improvement, personality profiles, business, real estate, fashion, beauty, technology, weddings and lifestyle.
Now Karon embarks on a new venture: the Georgia State Mom for MomTV. In this position, she will promote and develop state-specific video content for MomTV, utilizing MomTV’s state-based Twitter and Facebook as channels of communication for moms to access state-specific information. Simply put, Karon will keep Georgia moms "in the know."
In addition, Karon is an experienced editor and copy editor versed in all areas of editorial duties: generating editorial content and calendars; assigning freelance articles and managing freelance writers and photographers; editing copy for content, grammar and AP style; and the ability to manage many tasks in a deadline-driven environment. Furthermore, Karon is building an online presence with her own travel blog, http://travelinginsight.wordpress.com.
Karon is ready to assist your company or publication with its editorial needs by delivering high-quality writing and/or editorial services, She not only will meet but also exceed your expectations.
Karon Warren is a member of the American Society of Journalists & Authors, the Society of Professional Journalists, and the Atlanta Press Club. To learn more or to contact Karon, visit www.karonwarren.com.
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Cellars by the Bay Floor Plan
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They sent us the floor plan along with the prices. I'm surprised and disappointed that the second floor has three bedrooms. Having bathrooms side by side like that is a waste, I think bedroom one and two could be combined.
The price? 0,000. Insane.
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RPT-UPDATE 1-GIC logistics unit seeks to raise .95 bln in IPO
(repeats from Monday with no changes)
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GIC's logistics unit seeks to raise .95 bln in IPO
* Sets indicative price of S$ 1.78-1.96 a share
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Carl Koch TechBuilt house, Turning Mill Rd, Lexington MA
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I can't decide if I love this house or if I hate it. Pasting from the real estate listing:
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Techbuilt model home by architect Carl Koch defines mid-century modernism. One of 12 homes featured on the Lexington Historical Society modernism tour. Versatile design w/ option for expansion/change. Upstairs family room was 2 additional bedrooms and can easily be restored back. Set high on a knoll, 3/4 acre wooded/private lot in area of more expensive homes. Deep 1 car garage w/ loft has heater. Neighborhood pool, Estabrook school, Lexpress @ driveway.
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I like the design, but it looks like it would be hard to make any changes without ruining the character of it. I like the setting (no lawn to mow!) but I don't like that it's about 100 meters from a major Interstate highway. I like that it's cheaper than other houses in the neighborhood, but that isn't saying much (and, bleh, suburbs).
Pasting from the Wikipedia entry on Carl Koch:
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Carl Koch ( May 11, 1912- 03 July 3, 1998) was a noted American architect. He was most associated with the design of prefabricated homes and development of the Techcrete building system.
Education
He was born Albert Carl Koch in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was educated at Harvard College and received his Master of Architecture degree from the Harvard University Graduate School of Design. He completed his studies in 1937. The time he spent at Harvard overlapped with arrival of Walter Gropius, founder of the Bauhaus in Germany.[1]
Career
After completing his education, he moved to Sweden where he worked for Sven Markelius for six months.[2] There he blended what he had learned in his formal education with clean Scandinavian design. These influences were evident in his work, especially the Techbuilt homes.
Work
Koch believed that the American lifestyle would be best served by a housing system which could be easily assembled, disassembled and reconfigured. This passion led him to pioneer prefabrication technologies. His Techbuilt series of homes was designed to be built with prefabricated panels for the walls, floor and roof. [3]
Buildings
His prime legacy is the Techbuilt system of home construction. In the Techbuilt house, the master bedroom is upstairs while the other bedrooms, kitchen and living space are all on the first floor. [4]
Projects
• Snake Hill, Massachusetts group of eight houses (1942) [5]
• Acorn House (1948)
• Staff housing for the US Embassy, Belgrade (1956)
• The Techcrete Academy Homes (1962)
• Eliot House, Mount Holyoke College (1962)
Legacy
Carl Koch is known for his successful early designs for prefabricated housing. He created the Techbuilt System of home construction. Progressive Architecture magazine gave him the unofficial title "The Grandfather of Prefab" in 1994. [6] In total, over 3,000 Techbuilt homes were sold. [7] He outlined his thoughts and experiences on prefabrication in a book which he wrote with Andy Lewis entitled At Home With Tomorrow (NYC: Rinehart Rinehart and Company, Inc., 1958.)[8]
Awards
• First Award American Institute of Architects (1954)
References
1. ^ "Carl Koch". National Trust for Historic Preservation. http://www.preservationnation.org/travel-and-sites/sites/northeast-region/new-canaan-ct/architects/carl-koch.html. Retrieved 15 November 2009.
2. ^ McCallum, Ian (1959), Architecture U. S. A., New York: Reinhold Pub. Corp., pp. 170–174, http://hdl.handle.net/2027/mdp.39015009424741
3. ^ Ford, Katherine (1955), Designs for living; 175 examples of quality home interiors., New York: Reinhold Pub. Corp., pp. 22–23, http://hdl.handle.net/2027/mdp.39015006327749
4. ^ Ford, Katherine (1955), Designs for living; 175 examples of quality home interiors., New York: Reinhold Pub. Corp., pp. 22–23, http://hdl.handle.net/2027/mdp.39015006327749
5. ^ Gutheim, Frederick (1957), One hundred years of architecture in America, 1857-1957, celebrating the centennial of the American Institute of Architects., New York: Reinhold Pub. Corp., http://hdl.handle.net/2027/mdp.39015006723400
6. ^ Long, Tom (1998). "Carl Koch, 86; noted architect". The Boston Globe. http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1P2-8498009.html. Retrieved 15 November 2009.
7. ^ "Carl Koch". National Trust for Historic Preservation. http://www.preservationnation.org/travel-and-sites/sites/northeast-region/new-canaan-ct/architects/carl-koch.html. Retrieved 15 November 2009.
8. ^ Modernism 101: Architecture [1]
Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Koch_(architect)"
Categories: American architects | Harvard University alumni | Modernist architects | 1998 deaths | 1912 births
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Strongsville: State provides 0,000 for recreation projects
COLUMBUS — State Rep. Matt Patten (D-Strongsville), state Sen. Tom Patteny joined Sen. Tom Patton (R-Strongsville) and Ohio Department of Natural Resources Director Sean Logan to present a $ 250,000 ceremonial grant check to Strongsville Mayor Thomas Perciak to use to make room for a new family aquatic center and build three new baseball diamonds at Youth Sports Park.
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Bucs S Jackson suspended indefinitely by NFL
Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Tanard Jackson was suspended indefinitely by the National Football League on Wednesday for violating the league's Substances of Abuse Policy.
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Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) October 15, 2007
From the housing geeks at HousingIntelligence.com comes Neighborhood Insights , a research tool that covers 97% of all US residential real estate transactions. In addition to a standard collection of powerful reports, this dynamic multidimensional online reporting tool uses an unparalleled set of housing data and demographic information.
"Neighborhood Insights exemplifies our philosophies and approach for analyzing housing markets," said Jonathan Smoke, president and founder of BlueSmoke and HousingIntelligence. "When designing this application, we didn't settle for anything that came short of addressing the needs of national, regional or local housing market professionals. As a result, our data covers over 275 markets so that whether someone needs to cover the whole country, compare counties in a single market, or understand differences in housing market activity in local zip codes, Neighborhood Insights is the only application needed."
Neighborhood Insights represents an innovative combination of housing sales data and demographic data to enable incredible insights into housing trends. For builders, developers, real estate agents and lenders there is nothing as powerful as understanding which consumers are buying which homes, and how profiles change over time and across neighborhoods. Neighborhood Insights combines rich property data with the most current demographic data available to provide reliable profiles of the households buying homes.
For Jonathan Smoke, Neighborhood Insights is a dream come true. "I've spent over 12 years consulting to or working in the housing industry. This is the application that I dreamed of having. There's nothing like it. Where else can you follow home sales and price trends with information on who's buying down to the neighborhood for practically any market in the country?"
True to the old adage, it's all about location, location, location. The blog articles on HousingIntelligence.com continually emphasize that local factors really determine housing market performance. Anyone who wants true housing intelligence needs information that goes well beyond the national and MSA level statistics. In Neighborhood Insights you can drill down to the neighborhood–county, census tract, zip code or actual subdivision.
The application covers over 275 MSAs in the United States from the biggest housing markets like Chicago, New York, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Phoenix, and Washington, DC, to the smallest MSAs like Carson City, NV, Casper, WY, Hot Springs, AR, and Victoria, TX. The application includes data on both new and existing home sales.
Neighborhood Insights complements the monthly Market reports currently available through subscriptions on HousingIntelligence.com. For more information on these reports and Neighborhood Insights, visit the company's website at www.housingintelligence.com.
About HousingIntelligence
HousingIntelligence.com (www.housingintelligence.com) is the most comprehensive source of housing intelligence on the web. The website offers housing news, an informative blog, monthly market reports, and neighborhood-level insights into home sales and buyer profiles for over 275 metropolitan statistical areas in the U.S.
HousingIntelligence is owned and operated by BlueSmoke, LLC (www.BlueSmoke.biz). Founded in 2006 by Jonathan Smoke, BlueSmoke is an innovative market research and advisory firm focused on housing. The company firmly believes in finding a better way — through innovative uses of technology, and economic and market research techniques — to help builders, developers, investors, and consumers make better decisions regarding land, communities, housing and investments based on housing.
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St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) September 4, 2008
The new Apple iPhone has set the world of technology on fire with excitement. Millions of users around the world have already became completely dependent upon the convenience offered to them from their iPhones. The state-of-the-art devices are a sleek combination of a full-service telephone, a large-screen iPod and an Internet browser all in one. iPhone users keep their entire lives stored electronically within the small confines of these 4.8-ounce super smart phones.
Bruce Marler, developer of the iPhone review website, iFones.com, saw the immense demand for the iPhone early on. He created the website as a one-stop informational source for iPhone users to clarify any questions about their devices; review new iPhone apps; communicate with others and offer their reviews and comments.
Marler states, "ifones.com was created to provide a 24/7 aggregated news source for the quickly growing iPhone user base. People are fascinated with the new Apple iPhone – and they have a lot of questions."
The Apple iPhone has set new sales records for similar devices worldwide, making the Blackberry and other products all but obsolete. Quite frankly, the competition is embarrassed. From ordinary people who just want the world's coolest phone to software application developers, the Apple iPhone appeases and thoroughly pleases all. Marler further states, "ifones.com has quickly become a leader in the Apple iPhone apps review and news space. I am very pleased with the growth of our user base. The website has quickly became the "go-to" place for new app reviews and product information."
As the site continues to experience massive traffic, it is also continually enhanced. Besides nearly-constant information and iPhone apps additions, the site will soon offer even more for the convenience of its visitors. "ifones.com will continue to add new features and functionality to the site and will soon offer a forum focusing on Apple iPhone apps. We are here for the long-run advantages of our visitors," Marler concludes.
About ifones.com:
ifones.com is a leading Internet review site for all things iPhone. It serves as a worldwide news aggregate as well as a community for the exploration of new iPhone apps and advancements. Developed for the convenience and education of millions of Apple iPhone users, ifones.com remains as a comprehensive source for iPhone understanding.
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Magnolia Private Residence Club's rooftop deck with heated pool, jetted spa, and owners' lounge
Seacrest Beach, FL (Vocus) June 18, 2008
Florida’s Emerald Coast, renowned for its miles of sugar-white sand beaches and vibrantly colored water, has long been a popular destination for families seeking the perfect vacation. Now families can own an exclusive slice of paradise in this picturesque area of Florida’s panhandle. Magnolia Private Residence Club, scheduled to open summer of 2008, offers an ideal way to own luxurious vacation real estate on the Emerald Coast at a fraction of the price and without the hassles of whole ownership.
As Florida’s property tax and insurance costs have slowed down the real estate market, residence clubs have proven to be an attractive alternative to whole ownership – owners share these costs. Although often confused with timeshares and destination clubs, private residence club owners have significantly greater flexibility in how they utilize their ownership. A three-bedroom residence at Magnolia starts at just 9,000 for a one-eighth share.
Magnolia Private Residence Club is desirably located along Highway 30-A, a coastal stretch of road known for old Florida charm, sea-oat covered dunes and white sand beaches. In addition to beach recreation, there are miles of coastal bike paths and award-winning eateries ranging from rustic oyster bars to open air seafood cafes to romantic dining.
According to the 2007 National Leisure Travel Monitor, visiting with friends and relatives is the most popular type of vacation for Americans, followed by beach vacations. The survey also finds Florida to be the number one place leisure travelers would like to visit within the next two years. Designed to appeal to multi-generational families who enjoy time at the beach, Magnolia Private Residence Club provides the perfect way to satisfy these latest vacation inclinations coupled with the services and amenities of a world-class hotel.
Magnolia Sales Director Laura Gerard says the Club was developed with families in mind. "We have created a residence club that provides an exceptional family environment. A complete range of amenities and services has been specifically tailored for family fun and relaxation. Our owners are free to visit their Magnolia vacation home as often as they wish, subject only to generous and flexible Club reservation policies."
The residence club concept is growing in popularity as Americans discover the flexible and carefree lifestyle this type of second home offers. Industry consulting firm Ragatz Associates reports the luxury, shared ownership sales volume in 2007 was .3 billion, representing an 8.3 percent growth over 2006.
Axiom Capital Group, LLC of Destin, FL, developer of Magnolia Private Residence Club, has teamed with DCP International who pioneered the equity residence clubsm concept in 1992 with the opening of the Deer Valley Club at the prestigious Deer Valley Resort in Utah.
DCP President Steve Dering says, “This is the most logical vacation home ownership option. Members own deeded real estate in a prime location that is priced for today's market. Not only is the purchase price commensurate with the amount of use but the insurance, taxes, utilities, maintenance, replacement reserves, and staff expenses are shared amongst owners. The value is undeniable but what our buyers prize most is the high level of personalized service Magnolia offers.”
Magnolia Private Residence Club is conveniently accessible from around the country. Local airports are Okaloosa Regional Airport (VPS) and Panama City-Bay County International Airport (PFN). The Club is in close proximity to several South East cities including New Orleans, LA; Memphis, TN; Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; and Birmingham, AL.
Magnolia Private Residence Club Services & Amenities:
Seventeen beautifully furnished three-bedroom residences (1,775 square feet)
On-site concierge service
Protected boardwalk access to white sand beaches
State-of-the-art fitness center with sauna, steam room and massage room
Rooftop deck with heated pool, jetted spa and two commercial grade grills
Owners’ lounge with honor bar and amazing Gulf views
Game room
Club-owned bicycles for owner use
Business services including faxing, copying and overnight courier services
Pre-arrival grocery shopping service
Secured, air conditioned clothing and equipment storage
Club lounge chairs, umbrellas and coolers delivered to and from the beach for owner use
Daily housekeeping services and professional property management
Magnolia Private Residence Club
8377 East County Highway 30-A
Seacrest Beach, FL 32413
www.magnoliaresidenceclub.com
PR Contact:
Hilary Reiter
435.645.7500 x105 | hilary @ deringelliott.com
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Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) December 23, 2006
RV owners can put their recreational vehicles to good use rather than let them sit idle; they can now utilize their RVs as an income center with Bates International Motor Home Rental Systems, Inc. Individuals can build a small business and offset the cost of RV ownership by listing their RVs through Bates' RV Management Program.
Bates' RV Management Program is a method of "Income Sharing" where the RV owner lists their RV with Bates for rentals, then enjoys the benefits. The result is the ability to earn income, enjoy tax planning advantages of vehicle depreciation as well as business expense "write-offs."
RV owners could be sitting on a gold mine. Since Bates uses a large variety of RVs in its fleets, most types of RVs are eligible for the RV Management Program. Plush Class "A" diesel pushers to small Class "C" (cabover) styles all qualify. The primary prerequisite is that the RV be within three years of current dates. Bates RV Management program offers the highest level of service at each step of the client's relationship with Bates.
International RV Fly/Drive Travel is a multi billion-dollar business. RV rentals continue to grow each year regardless of the economic cycle. This means that there is a steady increase in the need for RVs each year.
About Bates International Motor Home Rental Systems, Inc.
Bates RV rental management techniques have been tried and tested for more than 30 years. As the first RV rental franchise in the world, Bates extends quality service throughout its network of franchise locations in selected cities in the United States and Canada. Bates provides personalized attention to its customers and RV fleet. The favorable experiences of its customers reach far beyond the company and its franchise locations. Bates strives to always provide a higher quality of travel service to give its clientele safer, healthier, more pleasurable travel experiences.
For more information: http://www.batesintl.com or Phone: 800-732-2283
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