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30-APR-10
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Real estate agents hope housing trend continues after tax credits end
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Real estate agents are hoping the housing market will continue its current pace, even after the home buyer’s tax credit expires on Friday. |
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30-APR-10
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Crowded field for 13th District nomination
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Crowded field for 13th District nomination |
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30-APR-10
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Beth Pinsker: Land Sales Lead Recovery in Housing Market
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You still may not be able to find a buyer for your house that sits wilting on the market, but don't be surprised if that... |
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30-APR-10
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MetLife Expects Commercial Real Estate to Rebound (Update3)
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MetLife Inc., the largest U.S. life insurer, said there are signs of a recovery in the commercial real estate market after property values dropped about 40 percent from their peak. |
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30-APR-10
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MetLife Expects Commercial Real Estate to Rebound (Update3)
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MetLife Inc., the largest U.S. life insurer, said there are signs of a recovery in the commercial real estate market after property values dropped about 40 percent from their peak. |
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30-APR-10
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Market Update, Goldman, and Housing Tax Credit expires
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First, housing economist Tom Lawler will be on CNBC around 4:15 PM ET with Maria Bartoromo to discuss the expiration of the housing tax credit. The stock has slumped more than 20% since the Securities and Exchange Commission filed civil securities-fraud charges against the company two weeks ago. |
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30-APR-10
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Property arm fends off 'taint'
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Real estate manager St Laurence is in receivership but its real estate-owning arm is still strong, with assets valued at $234 million.Irongate Property was called St Laurence Property & Finance until it ditched the name late last... |
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30-APR-10
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Property arm fends off 'taint'
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Real estate manager St Laurence is in receivership but its real estate-owning arm is still strong, with assets valued at $234 million.Irongate Property was called St Laurence Property & Finance until it ditched the name late last... |
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30-APR-10
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With mall in mind, Sy buys Lucio Tan property
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TYCOON HENRY SY’S SM PRIME Holdings Inc. has bought a three-hectare property in Lucio Tan group’s North Belton Communities, a mixed-use township development in Quezon City where it will build a new shopping mall. |
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30-APR-10
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With mall in mind, Sy buys Lucio Tan property
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TYCOON HENRY SY’S SM PRIME Holdings Inc. has bought a three-hectare property in Lucio Tan group’s North Belton Communities, a mixed-use township development in Quezon City where it will build a new shopping mall. |
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30-APR-10
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Verizon challenges Virginia property assessments
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Verizon is challenging the assessed value of its property in Virginia, which could cut tax revenues in the Lynchburg region by about $500,000 per year. |
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30-APR-10
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Verizon challenges Virginia property assessments
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Verizon is challenging the assessed value of its property in Virginia, which could cut tax revenues in the Lynchburg region by about $500,000 per year. |
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30-APR-10
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Know your landlord and gain some real estate advantages
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One of the reasons that commercial real estate is a process — not a commodity — for end-users is that one of the key steps to the process is understanding the landlord. Who is the landlord? It could be a single individual who’s owned the property outright for a long time. More likely, it’s an entity, [...] |
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30-APR-10
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Know your landlord and gain some real estate advantages
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One of the reasons that commercial real estate is a process — not a commodity — for end-users is that one of the key steps to the process is understanding the landlord. Who is the landlord? It could be a single individual who’s owned the property outright for a long time. More likely, it’s an entity, [...] |
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30-APR-10
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MetLife Expects Commercial Real Estate to Rebound (Update2)
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April 30 (Bloomberg) -- MetLife Inc. , the largest U.S. life insurer, said there are signs of a recovery in the commercial real estate market after property values dropped about 40 percent from their peak. The company gained the most in seven weeks in New York trading. |
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30-APR-10
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MetLife Expects Commercial Real Estate to Rebound (Update2)
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April 30 (Bloomberg) -- MetLife Inc. , the largest U.S. life insurer, said there are signs of a recovery in the commercial real estate market after property values dropped about 40 percent from their peak. The company gained the most in seven weeks in New York trading. |
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30-APR-10
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MetLife Expects Commercial Real Estate to Rebound (Update1)
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MetLife Inc., the largest U.S. life insurer, said there are signs of a recovery in the commercial real estate market after property values dropped about 40 percent from their peak. |
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30-APR-10
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MetLife Expects Commercial Real Estate to Rebound (Update1)
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MetLife Inc., the largest U.S. life insurer, said there are signs of a recovery in the commercial real estate market after property values dropped about 40 percent from their peak. |
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30-APR-10
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AMB Property Corporation(R) Releases April Industrial Business Indicator(TM)
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AMB Property Corporation® , a leading owner, operator and developer of global industrial real estate, today released the current findings of its AMB IBI⢠, a proprietary index that integrates customer insights with key macroeconomic variables to measure and forecast business activity and industrial real estate demand. |
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30-APR-10
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AMB Property Corporation(R) Releases April Industrial Business Indicator(TM)
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AMB Property Corporation® , a leading owner, operator and developer of global industrial real estate, today released the current findings of its AMB IBI⢠, a proprietary index that integrates customer insights with key macroeconomic variables to measure and forecast business activity and industrial real estate demand. |
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30-APR-10
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Property recovery funds flop
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A slew of property recovery funds set up to capitalise on the crash have been out-manoeuvred by the speed of the correction. In the last year, funds have attempted to raise over £770m to target cheap residential and commercial property assets. |
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30-APR-10
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Property recovery funds flop
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A slew of property recovery funds set up to capitalise on the crash have been out-manoeuvred by the speed of the correction. In the last year, funds have attempted to raise over £770m to target cheap residential and commercial property assets. |
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30-APR-10
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Simon Property Group Reports First Quarter Results and Announces Quarterly Dividend
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Simon Property Group, Inc. today announced results for the quarter ended March 31, 2010. |
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30-APR-10
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Simon Property Group Reports First Quarter Results and Announces Quarterly Dividend
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Simon Property Group, Inc. today announced results for the quarter ended March 31, 2010. |
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30-APR-10
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State abandons county-based property assessment push, now wants districts
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The Wisconsin Department of Revenue is now pushing to create property assessment districts instead of charging counties with the task. |
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30-APR-10
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State abandons county-based property assessment push, now wants districts
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The Wisconsin Department of Revenue is now pushing to create property assessment districts instead of charging counties with the task. |
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30-APR-10
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Beijing unveils limits to control housing market
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The city of Beijing has issued rules limiting families to one new apartment purchase as authorities try to rein in rampant property speculation and soaring prices, state media reported on Friday. |
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30-APR-10
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Zain Property Development launch RO 2.8 million 'Zain Heights' project
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Zain Property Developers Zain Property Developers , the same company behind the successful Seeb 'Dar al Zain' residential development, have announced plans for a new 'Zain Heights'. |
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30-APR-10
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Zain Property Development launch RO 2.8 million 'Zain Heights' project
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Zain Property Developers Zain Property Developers , the same company behind the successful Seeb 'Dar al Zain' residential development, have announced plans for a new 'Zain Heights'. |
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30-APR-10
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Postal Service halts plans to sell Essex post office
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ESSEX -- The U.S. Postal Service has halted plans to sell its post office on Essex Way in Essex, for now. The Postal Service tested the property's real estate value, but put the plans on hold sometime "in the last few weeks," spokesman Tom Rizzo said Monday. |
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30-APR-10
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Postal Service halts plans to sell Essex post office
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ESSEX -- The U.S. Postal Service has halted plans to sell its post office on Essex Way in Essex, for now. The Postal Service tested the property's real estate value, but put the plans on hold sometime "in the last few weeks," spokesman Tom Rizzo said Monday. |
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30-APR-10
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Court-Ordered Bankruptcy Auction: Tampa Bay Area Commercial Property Real Estate Auction and Online Only Auction ...
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Court-ordered bankruptcy auction for former Famous Dave's BBQ Restaurant, a Tampa Bay Area Commercial Property, offered in Online Only Auctions event at OnlineOnlyAuctions.com, Bids start closing May 4th at 2 p.m. (PRWeb Apr 30, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/04/prweb3939564.htm |
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30-APR-10
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Court-Ordered Bankruptcy Auction: Tampa Bay Area Commercial Property Real Estate Auction and Online Only Auction ...
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Court-ordered bankruptcy auction for former Famous Dave's BBQ Restaurant, a Tampa Bay Area Commercial Property, offered in Online Only Auctions event at OnlineOnlyAuctions.com, Bids start closing May 4th at 2 p.m. (PRWeb Apr 30, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/04/prweb3939564.htm |
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30-APR-10
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Garfield County property tax valuation protest period coming up
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GARFIELD COUNTY, Colorado - The Garfield County Assessor's Office is gearing up for the property tax valuation period, which is done every two years. According to a news release from County Assessor John Gorman, for tax years 2009 and 2010, the county assessor is required by law to appraise all real property at a June 30, 2008, level of value. A Notice of Valuation insert referring to the 2010 ... |
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30-APR-10
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Garfield County property tax valuation protest period coming up
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GARFIELD COUNTY, Colorado - The Garfield County Assessor's Office is gearing up for the property tax valuation period, which is done every two years. According to a news release from County Assessor John Gorman, for tax years 2009 and 2010, the county assessor is required by law to appraise all real property at a June 30, 2008, level of value. A Notice of Valuation insert referring to the 2010 ... |
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30-APR-10
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Seniors Looking to Downsize, Seek Opportunities to Socialize in Urban Living Areas
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Aging baby boomers want to feel connected. As many decide to downgrade the size of their current home, they search for a new one. However, it's more than just their living quarters that makes them want to buy.


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30-APR-10
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Fixed-Rates Stable, Posting Little Change From Last Week's Figures
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Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 5.06 percent with an average 0.7 point for the week ending April 29, 2010, down slightly from last week when it averaged 5.07 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 4.78 percent.


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30-APR-10
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Objections are Opportunities
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We all want the people we are trying to sell a home to, to just "roll over and buy". Even a neophyte Agent finds it easy to make this type of sale. An unskilled salesperson fears hearing objections, but a great salesperson views objections as opportunities.


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30-APR-10
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Old Forge couple seeks to vacate borough's real estate sale
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OLD FORGE - A couple is suing the borough and two local residents in an attempt to vacate a real-estate sale from last year, claiming it violated state regulations by not giving parties 10 days to submit bids.David and Patricia Nestorick of 300 Center S |
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30-APR-10
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Old Forge couple seeks to vacate borough's real estate sale
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OLD FORGE - A couple is suing the borough and two local residents in an attempt to vacate a real-estate sale from last year, claiming it violated state regulations by not giving parties 10 days to submit bids.David and Patricia Nestorick of 300 Center S |
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30-APR-10
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Housing market faces test as credits expire
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The residential housing market, which for more than a year has been propped up by a federal tax credit program for first-time and repeat buyers, is about to find out whether it's healthy enough to stand on its own. |
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30-APR-10
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Judge boosts property values, rejects challenge to appeals
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by peter e. bortner A Schuylkill County judge on April 22 ordered hikes in the fair market values of two adjoining Orwigsburg properties and, in doing so, also rejected a challenge to how Blue Mountain School District appeals assessments.In a seven-pag |
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30-APR-10
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Tax Credit Frenzy Lifts Housing Market
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Homebuyers rush to qualify for tax credits before they expire; frenzy lifts the housing market |
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30-APR-10
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Taiwan Property to Rise Less Than H.K., China on Yuan (Update1)
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April 30 (Bloomberg) -- Taiwan property prices will rise less than Hong Kong and China when the Chinese currency is allowed to appreciate over a period of time, said ING Financial Markets. |
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30-APR-10
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Taiwan Property to Rise Less Than H.K., China on Yuan (Update1)
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April 30 (Bloomberg) -- Taiwan property prices will rise less than Hong Kong and China when the Chinese currency is allowed to appreciate over a period of time, said ING Financial Markets. |
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30-APR-10
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(AFX UK Focus) 2010-04-30 01:25 Now a good time for China property tax -researcher
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SHANGHAI, April 30 (Reuters) - It would be feasible for China to launch a property tax in the near term because economic growth is sufficiently strong, a senior researcher with the Ministry of Finance said in remarks published on Friday. Officials have said that they are stepping up preparations for a property tax, but have not said whether the plan would necessarily go ahead, as they seek to ... |
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30-APR-10
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(AFX UK Focus) 2010-04-30 01:25 Now a good time for China property tax -researcher
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SHANGHAI, April 30 (Reuters) - It would be feasible for China to launch a property tax in the near term because economic growth is sufficiently strong, a senior researcher with the Ministry of Finance said in remarks published on Friday. Officials have said that they are stepping up preparations for a property tax, but have not said whether the plan would necessarily go ahead, as they seek to ... |
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30-APR-10
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Now a good time for China property tax: researcher
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It would be feasible for China to launch a property tax in the near term because economic growth is sufficiently strong, a senior researcher with the Ministry of Finance said in remarks published on Friday. |
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30-APR-10
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Now a good time for China property tax: researcher
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It would be feasible for China to launch a property tax in the near term because economic growth is sufficiently strong, a senior researcher with the Ministry of Finance said in remarks published on Friday. |
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29-APR-10
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Noble's Promise a willing partner to chase dreams
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — They had just endured the lowest moment possible in Thoroughbred racing and, had they walked away then and there, no one would have questioned the passion that brought Marsha Springate , Kelly Colliver and Robert Brewster together in the first place. |
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29-APR-10
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Industry hails tax concession on construction
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Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee’s decision to increase the tax concession on construction of real estate complexes from 67 per cent to 75 per cent of the gross value of property, including land value, has been welcomed by the industry and analysts. |
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29-APR-10
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Industry hails tax concession on construction
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Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee’s decision to increase the tax concession on construction of real estate complexes from 67 per cent to 75 per cent of the gross value of property, including land value, has been welcomed by the industry and analysts. |
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29-APR-10
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Denney: $8.9 million offer fell short of real value
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KEARNEY - The chairman of Kearney Regional Medical Center’s physician investors today, in a written statement, addressed a number of issues cited Wednesday when Good Samaritan Hospital announced the break-off of negotiations. |
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29-APR-10
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Denney: $8.9 million offer fell short of real value
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KEARNEY - The chairman of Kearney Regional Medical Center’s physician investors today, in a written statement, addressed a number of issues cited Wednesday when Good Samaritan Hospital announced the break-off of negotiations. |
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29-APR-10
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Closing doors? Prices are up but the housing market has changed
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How the housing market has changed from 2007 to 2010. |
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29-APR-10
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Aldar posts Q1 loss on poor property sales
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* Aldar says poor property sales take toll |
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29-APR-10
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Aldar posts Q1 loss on poor property sales
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* Aldar says poor property sales take toll |
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29-APR-10
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SunBelt Capital Solutions Focuses on Opportunities in Distressed Assets in the Southeast
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ATLANTA----A group of highly experienced real estate developers and partners in the Southeast today announced the formation of SunBelt Capital Solutions, a firm focused on acquiring or adding value to distressed real estate loans and property held by building owners, financial institutions, or institutional investors. |
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29-APR-10
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SunBelt Capital Solutions Focuses on Opportunities in Distressed Assets in the Southeast
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ATLANTA----A group of highly experienced real estate developers and partners in the Southeast today announced the formation of SunBelt Capital Solutions, a firm focused on acquiring or adding value to distressed real estate loans and property held by building owners, financial institutions, or institutional investors. |
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29-APR-10
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Hanover Real Estate Partners Announces Leasing Activity at Marathon Oil Tower
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GREENWICH, Conn.----Hanover Real Estate Partners, a privately held real estate investment company focused on owning, managing and operating institutional grade commercial real estate assets across the United States, today announced that it has signed three new lease agreements for its Marathon Oil Tower property, a 41-story, Class-A office building located in the prestigious Galleria area of ... |
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29-APR-10
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Hanover Real Estate Partners Announces Leasing Activity at Marathon Oil Tower
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GREENWICH, Conn.----Hanover Real Estate Partners, a privately held real estate investment company focused on owning, managing and operating institutional grade commercial real estate assets across the United States, today announced that it has signed three new lease agreements for its Marathon Oil Tower property, a 41-story, Class-A office building located in the prestigious Galleria area of ... |
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29-APR-10
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RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2010
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TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - April 29, 2010) - RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust ("RioCan" or the "Trust") (TSX:REI.UN) today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010. |
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29-APR-10
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RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2010
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TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - April 29, 2010) - RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust ("RioCan" or the "Trust") (TSX:REI.UN) today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010. |
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29-APR-10
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Appraisal Result of Genesis Land's Real Estate
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By Saj Karsan. Just over a month ago, we saw that real-estate development company Genesis Land ( GDC ) hired a 3rd party appraiser to value its land holdings. The signal from management was clear that it believed the market was severely undervaluing its properties. The appraisal results did not disappoint; the company's stock price rose 25% on the day the appraisal results came out. Read more » » |
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29-APR-10
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Commission urged to reconsider cuts
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Saline County commissioners say the choices they face as they eye the 2011 budget aren't going to be easy or without cuts in services that are likely to affect the public. |
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29-APR-10
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Indian Housing Sector Analysis - New Market Report Published
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India is blessed with one of the fastest growing real estate markets in the world. It is not only attracting domestic real estate developers but also the foreign investors; particularly, the NRI investments in India have a bulk of their investment into the Indian housing market. |
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29-APR-10
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Saudi Property Growth to Be Slow, Credit Suisse Says (Update1)
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April 29 (Bloomberg) -- Saudi Arabia’s real estate market will probably grow more slowly than expected because of high prices and a lack of mortgage lending, Credit Suisse Group AG said. |
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29-APR-10
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Saudi Property Growth to Be Slow, Credit Suisse Says (Update1)
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April 29 (Bloomberg) -- Saudi Arabia’s real estate market will probably grow more slowly than expected because of high prices and a lack of mortgage lending, Credit Suisse Group AG said. |
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29-APR-10
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Assessor candidates square off over qualifications
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The two candidates for Nevada County Assessor are trading barbs over qualifications as the race gets closer to the June 8 primary election. Sue Horne has questioned opponent Rolf Kleinhans' claim that he is a licensed appraiser. "He's misrepresenting his license," Horne said Wednesday. "He has a trainee license." Meanwhile, Kleinhans said Horne has no background as a real estate evaluator needed ... |
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29-APR-10
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Owners of Noble's Promise enjoying Derby 'gift'
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They had just endured the lowest moment possible in Thoroughbred racing and, had they walked away then and there, no one would have questioned the passion that brought Marsha Springate, Kelly Colliver and Robert Brewster together in the first place. |
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29-APR-10
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Sorouh falls most in three months on HSBC downgrade
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Sorouh Real Estate Sorouh Real Estate retreated the most in three months after Abu Dhabi's second-biggest property developer by market value was cut to "underweight" from "overweight" at HSBC Holdings. |
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29-APR-10
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Sorouh falls most in three months on HSBC downgrade
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Sorouh Real Estate Sorouh Real Estate retreated the most in three months after Abu Dhabi's second-biggest property developer by market value was cut to "underweight" from "overweight" at HSBC Holdings. |
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29-APR-10
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How to Buy A "Trophy" Commercial Real Estate Asset
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This column comes to you direct from the state of Florida, where you can easily find a wide selection of commercial assets and condominiums by the bulk load. You can also compete with a large flock of cash buyers who are no longer circling, but are swooping in to make offers on choice assets at bottom prices. That is the problem.


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29-APR-10
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Part II Aspire to "Thrival" to Capitalize on Any Market Conditions
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Peter L. Mosca, host of Income Property Investment Talk dot com, shares Part II of his radio show interview with Frank McKinney, author of "Burst This! Frank McKinney's Bubble-Proof Real Estate Strategies," how has during his 25-year career, not only survived but thrived by taking a contrarian approach and making his own markets.


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29-APR-10
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Home Sweet Apps Let Your Fingers Do The Walking Through The Housing Market
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iPhone/iPod Touch apps come with the convenience of having your home, mortgage and real estate market information at your fingertips, but beware of requests for personal information.


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29-APR-10
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Sorouh First-Quarter Profit Rises 3.4%, Beating Estimates
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April 29 (Bloomberg) -- Sorouh Real Estate PJSC, Abu Dhabi’s second-biggest property developer by market value, said first-quarter profit rose 3.4 percent as revenue increased. |
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29-APR-10
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Sorouh First-Quarter Profit Rises 3.4%, Beating Estimates
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April 29 (Bloomberg) -- Sorouh Real Estate PJSC, Abu Dhabi’s second-biggest property developer by market value, said first-quarter profit rose 3.4 percent as revenue increased. |
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29-APR-10
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Rowayton home among featured Halstead residences
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Recognizing the demand for value and opportunity in today's real estate market, Halstead Property has announced that this weekend will be designated as a Weekend of Opportunities. |
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29-APR-10
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Rowayton home among featured Halstead residences
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Recognizing the demand for value and opportunity in today's real estate market, Halstead Property has announced that this weekend will be designated as a Weekend of Opportunities. |
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29-APR-10
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Merced Mourns Loss of Plane Crash Victim Dwight Ewing
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88-year-old Dwight Ewing's small plane went down Tuesday on an embankment off Highway 99 and Childs Avenue. |
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29-APR-10
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China mulls over tax on residential property
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BEIJING: China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb spiralling real estate prices, state media reported yesterday. |
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29-APR-10
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China mulls over tax on residential property
(Search - Real Property Value)
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BEIJING: China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb spiralling real estate prices, state media reported yesterday. |
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29-APR-10
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For sale: risque real estate in Pasco
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An adult club is for sale for over $1 million, nowhere near the county's recorded value. |
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29-APR-10
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For sale: risque real estate in Pasco
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An adult club is for sale for over $1 million, nowhere near the county's recorded value. |
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29-APR-10
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For sale: risque real estate in Pasco
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An adult club is for sale for over $1 million, nowhere near the county's recorded value. |
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28-APR-10
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Housing market deterioration continues says Mike Pero Mortgages
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The property market continued to deteriorate in March, according to the latest indicators from Mike Pero Mortgages |
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28-APR-10
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Delaware County: A look at who's on the ballot
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Profile information, as submitted by the candidates, for the candidates in Delaware County races for the May primary: |
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28-APR-10
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Property appeals total 4,800
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Hart County Board of Assessors chairman Jim McMullan said an estimated 4,800 property value appeals have been received. “We have appeal forms come in several different ways including mail, email, fax and those completed during review sessions,” said McMullan. |
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28-APR-10
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Property appeals total 4,800
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Hart County Board of Assessors chairman Jim McMullan said an estimated 4,800 property value appeals have been received. “We have appeal forms come in several different ways including mail, email, fax and those completed during review sessions,” said McMullan. |
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28-APR-10
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Large Verdict in Drywall Case
(National Association of Realtors - Law and Policy)
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New Orleans court orders removal of defective drywall and replacement of areas corroded by the drywall, such as the electrical and HVAC systems. |
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28-APR-10
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May 4 primary includes races for state Senate and Congress
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Local voters can expect a full primary ballot May 4. |
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28-APR-10
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Real estate market showing housing bubble signs: report
(Search - Housing Market)
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Canada’s real estate market is demonstrating two of the three “bubble” characteristics and Canadians should brace themselves for the possible impact of a housing downturn, investment firm Edward Jones said in a report Tuesday. |
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28-APR-10
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‘Smart Capital’ Backs Real Estate, Zimpleman Says (Update1)
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Principal Financial Group Inc. Chief Executive Officer Larry Zimpleman, whose firm owns or manages more than $30 billion of real estate assets, said new buyers are entering the U.S. commercial market and pushing up prices. |
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28-APR-10
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‘Smart Capital’ Backs Real Estate, Zimpleman Says (Update1)
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Principal Financial Group Inc. Chief Executive Officer Larry Zimpleman, whose firm owns or manages more than $30 billion of real estate assets, said new buyers are entering the U.S. commercial market and pushing up prices. |
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28-APR-10
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‘Smart Capital’ Backs Commercial Real Estate, Zimpleman Says
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April 28 (Bloomberg) -- Principal Financial Group Inc. Chief Executive Officer Larry Zimpleman , whose firm holds more than $30 billion of real estate assets, said new buyers are entering the U.S. commercial market and pushing up prices. |
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28-APR-10
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‘Smart Capital’ Backs Commercial Real Estate, Zimpleman Says
(Search - Real Property Value)
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April 28 (Bloomberg) -- Principal Financial Group Inc. Chief Executive Officer Larry Zimpleman , whose firm holds more than $30 billion of real estate assets, said new buyers are entering the U.S. commercial market and pushing up prices. |
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28-APR-10
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Acoustical engineer to testify for Zoning Board at Summit helipad hearing
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SUMMIT - As hearings drag on for the application of a helipad on the roof of Overlook Hospital, the Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear from an acoustical engineer hired independently by the board. The engineer will testify on Tuesday,... |
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28-APR-10
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NAR Urges Extension of Rural Housing Program
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NAR asks the Senate to approve House bill to extend loan commitment authority to help families purchase homes in rural areas, which is set to expire Friday, April 30. |
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28-APR-10
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NAR Calls for Reform of Flood Insurance Program
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Floods and damages since 2005 have pointed toward a need to reform the program, says NAR to Congress. |
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28-APR-10
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Corpus Christi police researching who should investigate complaint against mayor
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Complainant says Adame shouldn't have voted on Memorial Coliseum issues |
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28-APR-10
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NAR Urges Extension of Rural Housing Program
(National Association of Realtors - Press Room)
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NAR asks the Senate to approve House bill to extend loan commitment authority to help families purchase homes in rural areas, which is set to expire Friday, April 30. |
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28-APR-10
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Housing market cooling, interest rate hikes coming, says BoC’s Carney
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Canada’s hot housing market will likely start cooling off this quarter and continue at a lower level of activity over the next few years, Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney says. |
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28-APR-10
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SS&C SKYLINE, Property Solutions International, Inc. and Bostonpost Technology, Inc. Introduce an Integrated Solution ...
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WINDSOR, Conn. -- SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. , a global provider of financial services software and software-enabled services, today announced the integration of its SKYLINE real estate management software with Property Solutions International, Inc. and Bostonpost Technology, Inc. |
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28-APR-10
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SS&C SKYLINE, Property Solutions International, Inc. and Bostonpost Technology, Inc. Introduce an Integrated Solution ...
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WINDSOR, Conn. -- SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. , a global provider of financial services software and software-enabled services, today announced the integration of its SKYLINE real estate management software with Property Solutions International, Inc. and Bostonpost Technology, Inc. |
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28-APR-10
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Postal Service puts halts plans to sell Essex post office
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The Postal Service tested the real estate value of the Essex Way property, but put the plans on hold sometime "in the last few weeks." |
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28-APR-10
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Postal Service puts halts plans to sell Essex post office
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The Postal Service tested the real estate value of the Essex Way property, but put the plans on hold sometime "in the last few weeks." |
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28-APR-10
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Postal Service puts halts plans to sell Essex post office
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The Postal Service tested the real estate value of the Essex Way property, but put the plans on hold sometime "in the last few weeks." |
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28-APR-10
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Housing market cooling, interest rate hikes coming: Carney
(Search - Housing Market)
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Canada's hot housing market will likely start cooling off this quarter and continue at a lower level over the next few years, Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney says. |
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28-APR-10
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Postal Service puts halts plans to sell Essex post office
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ESSEX -- The U.S. Postal Service has halted plans to sell its post office on Essex Way in Essex, for now. The Postal Service tested the property's real estate value, but put the plans on hold sometime "in the last few weeks," spokesman Tom Rizzo said Monday. |
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28-APR-10
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Housing market remains 'fragile' even as activity picks up
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The local housing market may be showing signs of a rebound, but Realtors worry about whether the gains will continue once federal tax credits expire and interest rates begin to creep back up. |
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28-APR-10
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Editorial: Slade, McGlynn best choices in Grand Rapids school board races
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Why board member Harry Campbell is not being recommended for re-election. |
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28-APR-10
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China’s Stocks Fall for Fifth Day on Property, Greece Concerns
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April 28 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks fell for a fifth day, the longest stretch since 2008, as the government stepped up measures to cool property prices, and Greece and Portugal credit downgrades spurred concerns global economic growth will slow. |
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28-APR-10
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China’s Stocks Fall for Fifth Day on Property, Greece Concerns
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April 28 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks fell for a fifth day, the longest stretch since 2008, as the government stepped up measures to cool property prices, and Greece and Portugal credit downgrades spurred concerns global economic growth will slow. |
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28-APR-10
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Thornton lawyer indicted on charges of wire fraud in real estate scheme
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A Thornton lawyer has been indicted by the federal grand jury in Denver on multiple counts of wire fraud, accused of defrauding lenders in a complex real estate scheme. |
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28-APR-10
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Thornton lawyer indicted on charges of wire fraud in real estate scheme
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A Thornton lawyer has been indicted by the federal grand jury in Denver on multiple counts of wire fraud, accused of defrauding lenders in a complex real estate scheme. |
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28-APR-10
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Thornton lawyer indicted on charges of wire fraud in real estate scheme
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A Thornton lawyer has been indicted by the federal grand jury in Denver on multiple counts of wire fraud, accused of defrauding lenders in a complex real estate scheme. |
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28-APR-10
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Elect the Select
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Homeowner associations are designed to be representative democracies governed by a board of directors elected by the members. Electing directors to the board that can thoughtfully govern is extremely important.


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28-APR-10
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Real Estate Outlook: Signs of Recovery
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If you've been waiting for rock-solid statistical evidence that the housing market -- and the national economy -- are well along into recovery mode, you definitely got it last week.


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28-APR-10
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30-yr Fixed Mortgages Available at 4.875%, Rates Stable
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FreeRateUpdate.com research of wholesale lenders' rate sheets shows conventional 30-yr fixed mortgages available today at 4.875% to well-qualified consumers paying a standard origination fee of .07 to 1 point.


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28-APR-10
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EPA Signs Sustainability Agreement With Major New Jersey Company
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Hartz Mountain Industries, Inc., New Jersey's largest real estate development company, has signed an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to cut energy and water use and to take other steps to reduce the environmental impacts of its retail and commercial properties across the state. Buildings are responsible for close to half of the nation's greenhouse gas pollution. Under the agreement, signed on March 11, Hartz will take steps to promote sustainability in its operations.


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28-APR-10
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Appraisal rarity: Travis home values drop
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Appraisal rarity: Travis home values drop |
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28-APR-10
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The Goldman Deal and the Housing Market
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The Securities and Exchange Commission, in the first paragraph of its complaint against Goldman Sachs, noted, “Synthetic C.D.O.’s [collateralized debt obligations] like Abacus 2007-AC1 contributed to the recent financial crisis by magnifying losses associated with the downturn in the United States housing market.” |
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28-APR-10
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Volatile assessments lead to owner questions
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Most city property owners should know what their property value is after receiving reassessment notices. But what’s on their minds now? The city mailed reassessments for 2010 last week, and most valuations dropped between 10 and 11 percent from 2008’s assessments. |
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28-APR-10
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Windsor man gets seven years for real estate fraud
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Windsor resident Juan Carlos Alcala 32, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for elder fraud, defrauding real estate investors, and money laundering. |
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28-APR-10
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Area housing market shows signs of rebound
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The Washington-area housing market appears poised for a big comeback. |
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28-APR-10
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Real estate market showing housing bubble signs, report says
(Search - Housing Market)
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Canada’s real estate market is demonstrating two of the three “bubble” characteristics and Canadians should brace themselves for the possible impact of a housing downturn, investment firm Edward Jones said in a report Tuesday. |
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28-APR-10
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Sunrise may consider REIT at 'later stage'
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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PROPERTY developer Sunrise (6165) may consider injecting some of its property assets into a real estate investment trust (REIT) as they begin to deliver stable income, its executive chairman says. "We have invested considerably in a pool of investment assets over the last few years, which are now starting to bear fruit," said Tong Kooi Ong. Sunrise, ranked ninth by market value among listed ... |
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28-APR-10
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Sunrise may consider REIT at 'later stage'
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PROPERTY developer Sunrise (6165) may consider injecting some of its property assets into a real estate investment trust (REIT) as they begin to deliver stable income, its executive chairman says. "We have invested considerably in a pool of investment assets over the last few years, which are now starting to bear fruit," said Tong Kooi Ong. Sunrise, ranked ninth by market value among listed ... |
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28-APR-10
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Homebuilders have a new mantra: Small will sell
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The recession destroyed the new home industry, which had been chugging along by churning out big-footprint, big-ticket homes. Builders are retooling by downsizing, with floor plans that use less space and smart design. |
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28-APR-10
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Homebuilders have a new mantra: small will sell
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The recession destroyed the new home industry, which had been chugging along by churning out big-footprint, big-ticket homes. Builders are retooling by downsizing, with floor plans that use less space and smart design. |
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28-APR-10
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Taxable value on some local homes up while appraised value down
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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After receiving appraisal notices last week, some Midlanders have been left wondering how their estimated property taxes could have gone up in a year where the value of their home remained stagnant or even decreased. |
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28-APR-10
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Taxable value on some local homes up while appraised value down
(Search - Real Property Value)
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After receiving appraisal notices last week, some Midlanders have been left wondering how their estimated property taxes could have gone up in a year where the value of their home remained stagnant or even decreased. |
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28-APR-10
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Taxable value on some local homes up while appraised value down
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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After receiving appraisal notices last week, some Midlanders have been left wondering how their estimated property taxes could have gone up in a year where the value of their home remained stagnant or even decreased. |
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27-APR-10
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Markets in Brief
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Maayan Ventures says one of the startups in its technology incubator in Dimona, Magna B.S.P., has received its first order for a radar system to protect nuclear reactors, from Japan. The order is worth hundreds of thousands of shekels, Maayan Ventures says, without being more specific. |
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27-APR-10
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Home Property Values Decrease
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CORPUS CHRISTI -- The Nueces County Appraisal District recently began mailing out tax notices to property owners. The District tells us 56% of all homeowners will see a drop in their property values anywhere from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. It's another sign of an ailing economy. Real Estate Agents say it shouldn't have too much of an impact on residents trying to sell their ... |
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27-APR-10
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Home Property Values Decrease
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CORPUS CHRISTI -- The Nueces County Appraisal District recently began mailing out tax notices to property owners. The District tells us 56% of all homeowners will see a drop in their property values anywhere from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. It's another sign of an ailing economy. Real Estate Agents say it shouldn't have too much of an impact on residents trying to sell their ... |
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27-APR-10
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Merced Businessman, Dwight Ewing Dies in Highway 99 Plane Crash
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Dwight Ewing was a prominent businessman and real estate appraiser in Merced. |
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27-APR-10
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Housing market cooling, interest rate hikes coming, says BoC's Carney
(Search - Housing Market)
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OTTAWA - Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney says Canada's housing market appears to be cooling.Speaking before a House of Commons |
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27-APR-10
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Boca Raton Real Estate Market Trends For First-Time Buyers
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Boca Raton real estate is slowly recovering from the market that hit the housing market a few years back, more so in terms of property values and acquisitions. |
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27-APR-10
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Boca Raton Real Estate Market Trends For First-Time Buyers
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Boca Raton real estate is slowly recovering from the market that hit the housing market a few years back, more so in terms of property values and acquisitions. |
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27-APR-10
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Posh Harborwalk files for Chapter 11
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Developer of luxury community Harborwalk file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization and are battling with a lender about a $30 million note. |
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27-APR-10
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Housing market cooling, interest rate hikes coming, says BoC's Carney
(Search - Housing Market)
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OTTAWA - Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney says Canada's housing market appears to be cooling. |
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27-APR-10
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Living together agreements: The pre-nup when there are no nuptials
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Buying real estate with another person is quite common and can be the right decision in a city where it has always been the case that two can live cheaper than one. Non-married couples are no exception. In fact, about half of all jointly purchase prope. |
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27-APR-10
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Market Snapshot Of West Palm Beach Real Estate For April 2010
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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West Palm Beach real estate market figures shows that prices of homes in the city are cheaper than ever. The current market drop make properties in the city an affordable investment opportunity for homebuyers looking for a primary residence or for property investors looking towards future profit. |
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27-APR-10
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Market Snapshot Of West Palm Beach Real Estate For April 2010
(Search - Real Property Value)
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West Palm Beach real estate market figures shows that prices of homes in the city are cheaper than ever. The current market drop make properties in the city an affordable investment opportunity for homebuyers looking for a primary residence or for property investors looking towards future profit. |
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27-APR-10
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Looking at the housing market as a futures market
(Search - Housing Market)
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The overheated housing market has taken many by surprise and turned many away, but while markets ebb and flow there is a strong argument for a more sophisticated futures market in house prices in the UK and elsewhere. |
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27-APR-10
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Home Purchase Guide In Miami Real Estate For Beginners - Steps For A Successful Home Acquisition In Miami Florida
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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If you're looking for the best home deal in United States of America then you might want to consider acquiring a property in Miami real estate with the various opportunities offered in terms of quality homes and affordable prices. |
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27-APR-10
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Home Purchase Guide In Miami Real Estate For Beginners - Steps For A Successful Home Acquisition In Miami Florida
(Search - Real Property Value)
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If you're looking for the best home deal in United States of America then you might want to consider acquiring a property in Miami real estate with the various opportunities offered in terms of quality homes and affordable prices. |
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27-APR-10
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Housing market showing signs of bubble: report
(Search - Housing Market)
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This has led investment advisor Edward Jones to caution Canadians about investing in housing |
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27-APR-10
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SD Only Housing Market Nationwide to Rise
(Search - Housing Market)
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Amid mixed housing news nationwide, San Diego shone in February as the only market nationwide to rise from the month before. |
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27-APR-10
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D-Link Becomes Ekahau Infrastructure Partner to Offer Organizations Wi-Fi-Based Real-Time Location System
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - April 27, 2010) - Interop Booth 1331, April 27, 2010 -- Based on a growing trend among organizations of all sizes to provide greater protection for people and property, D-Link today announced it is now offering its wireless customers the widely deployed Real Time Location System (RTLS) application suite from Ekahau, Inc., a leader in Wi-Fi-based RTLS. |
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27-APR-10
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D-Link Becomes Ekahau Infrastructure Partner to Offer Organizations Wi-Fi-Based Real-Time Location System
(Search - Real Property Value)
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LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - April 27, 2010) - Interop Booth 1331, April 27, 2010 -- Based on a growing trend among organizations of all sizes to provide greater protection for people and property, D-Link today announced it is now offering its wireless customers the widely deployed Real Time Location System (RTLS) application suite from Ekahau, Inc., a leader in Wi-Fi-based RTLS. |
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27-APR-10
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Goldman Execs Accused of 'Gambling' on Housing Crisis
(Search - Housing Market)
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Senators accuse Goldman Sachs of reaping huge profits from betting against the housing market in an 'unethical,' if not illegal, investment scheme • FoxBusiness: Shelby: Goldman's Actions 'Duplicitous' • Republicans Block Financial Regulatory Bill |
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27-APR-10
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Blowing Community to Pieces
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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I live inside the boundaries for the new Armow wind project. While I understand that as property owners, my neighbours are free to make decisions about their land, the degree to which their decision effects surrounding properties is astounding; from a real estate value perspective, an aesthetic [...] |
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27-APR-10
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Blowing Community to Pieces
(Search - Real Property Value)
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I live inside the boundaries for the new Armow wind project. While I understand that as property owners, my neighbours are free to make decisions about their land, the degree to which their decision effects surrounding properties is astounding; from a real estate value perspective, an aesthetic [...] |
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27-APR-10
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Lack of buyers slows housing market
(Search - Housing Market)
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Prices rise by an average of just 0.2%, although annual pace of growth is at its strongest for more than two years The housing market continued to lose momentum this month as homes for sale came onto the market at a faster pace than new househunters, according to the property research group Hometrack. Its latest monthly market outlook showed prices rose just 0.2% on average in April. However ... |
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27-APR-10
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Lack of potential buyers sees housing market slow
(Search - Housing Market)
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Prices rise by an average of just 0.2%, although annual pace of growth is at its strongest for more than two years The housing market continued to lose momentum this month as homes for sale came onto the market at a faster pace than new househunters, according to the property research group Hometrack. Its latest monthly market outlook showed prices rose just 0.2% on average in April. However ... |
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27-APR-10
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Mid-Atlantic Housing Market Shows Signs of Moderate Recovery, Report Indicates
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Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. , a leading provider of real estate information technology and the largest multiple listing service in the nation, announced that the Mid-Atlantic Housing Market showed signs of moderate recovery in the first quarter of 2010. |
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27-APR-10
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Shavlik's Patch Plus AV Delivers Real Value to Its Customers
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Integrating Patch Management and Antivirus in a Single Agent Allows Shavlik Customers to Protect More, Save Time and Spend Less |
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27-APR-10
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Shavlik's Patch Plus AV Delivers Real Value to Its Customers
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Integrating Patch Management and Antivirus in a Single Agent Allows Shavlik Customers to Protect More, Save Time and Spend Less |
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27-APR-10
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Citigroup Says China Bubble ‘Real’ in Housing Market (Update1)
(Search - Housing Market)
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April 27 (Bloomberg) -- Citigroup Inc. , the fourth-biggest U.S. bank, sees a “very real” bubble in the Chinese residential property market which the nation’s government is taking “incremental steps” to address. |
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27-APR-10
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Westchester housing market rebounding, new stats show
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Westchester's real estate market revealed more signs of rebounding today as home prices rose and inventories for single-family homes declined in the first quarter. |
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27-APR-10
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Awang: Stronger property mart this year
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 — The property market this year will perform better than in 2009 due to an improvement in the general economy, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Dr Awang Adek Hussin said today. As to whether, normalisation of the overnight policy rate (OPR) by Bank Negara Malaysia would affect it, he said: “Bank Negara may normalise the rate, but I think, not to the extent of impacting ... |
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27-APR-10
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Awang: Stronger property mart this year
(Search - Real Property Value)
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 — The property market this year will perform better than in 2009 due to an improvement in the general economy, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Dr Awang Adek Hussin said today. As to whether, normalisation of the overnight policy rate (OPR) by Bank Negara Malaysia would affect it, he said: “Bank Negara may normalise the rate, but I think, not to the extent of impacting ... |
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27-APR-10
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Undisclosed Short Sale Payments May Lead to Trouble
(Realty Times)
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A recent memorandum from the legal department of the California Association of Realtors® (CAR) warns CAR members as follows: "Undisclosed payments in short sale transactions, especially those paid outside of escrow, may violate the law, including RESPA, laws against loan fraud, and licensing laws."


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27-APR-10
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Keeping Seniors Safe from Falls
(Realty Times)
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One in three seniors falls every year, causing serious injury and death. About 60 per cent of these falls happen in the home, but there are ways this can be prevented.


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27-APR-10
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Common Buyer Fears
(Realty Times)
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Whether you are a first time home buyer or someone who is looking to move up or down, getting into the market can be a fearful time.


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27-APR-10
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Property Market To Perform Better This Year
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- The property market this year will definitely perform better than in 2009 due to an improvement in the general economy, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Dr Awang Adek Hussin said Tuesday. |
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27-APR-10
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Property Market To Perform Better This Year
(Search - Real Property Value)
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- The property market this year will definitely perform better than in 2009 due to an improvement in the general economy, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Dr Awang Adek Hussin said Tuesday. |
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27-APR-10
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Goldman boss denies betting on housing collapse
(Search - Housing Market)
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Embattled Goldman Sachs boss Lloyd Blankfein will tell lawmakers it did not bet on the collapse of the housing market when he is dragged over the coals by a Senate investigation panel on Tuesday. |
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27-APR-10
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City awards Greenpoint housing contract to non-Brooklyn company
(Search - Housing Market)
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After many years of deliberating, the city selected the Queens-based developer TNS Development Group to build the below-market-rate units in the long-closed medical center and on an adjacent city-owned lot on Maspeth Avenue near Kingsland Avenue.Housing and Preservation Development Commissioner Rafael Cestero praised the developer’s “solid track record... |
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26-APR-10
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Goldman CEO says firm did not consistently short housing market
(Search - Housing Market)
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Goldman Sachs chairman and chief executive Lloyd Blankfein will tell US lawmakers today that the firm did not consistently short the residential housing market, and did not bet against clients. |
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26-APR-10
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Ballarat rental housing market still tight
(Search - Housing Market)
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BALLARAT'S rental vacancy rate eased slightly last month, according to new figures from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria, but the market is still one of the tightest in Victoria. |
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26-APR-10
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Bill would affect cancer cluster property values; Acreage officials, property appraiser unimpressed
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Bill would affect cancer cluster property values; Acreage officials, property appraiser unimpressed |
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26-APR-10
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One farmer acts to save environment from factory farms
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When farmer and environmentalist Lynn Henning saw what factory farms were doing to the land and water, she had to act. |
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26-APR-10
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Fraud Study Shows Importance of Competence, Ethics
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A new study indicating reports of mortgage fraud in the United States increased 7 percent from 2008 to 2009 shows why lenders need to hire competent, ethical appraisers, Appraisal Institute President Leslie Sellers, MAI, SRA, said Monday. |
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26-APR-10
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China likely to impose tax on residential property
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BEIJING: China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb real estate prices, state media reported yesterday. |
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26-APR-10
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China likely to impose tax on residential property
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BEIJING: China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb real estate prices, state media reported yesterday. |
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26-APR-10
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Growing Recognition that Good Management is Critical Positions Real Estate Managers as a Key Industry Force
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Good management matters more today than ever before as owners, investors and other industry operatives seek to rebuild the value of distressed properties, according to Randall Woodbury, CPM®, president of the Institute of Real Estate Management . |
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26-APR-10
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Growing Recognition that Good Management is Critical Positions Real Estate Managers as a Key Industry Force
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Good management matters more today than ever before as owners, investors and other industry operatives seek to rebuild the value of distressed properties, according to Randall Woodbury, CPM®, president of the Institute of Real Estate Management . |
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26-APR-10
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The (sickly) return of the housing market
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For the most accurate, up-to-date view of where America's housing market stands today, the best source is Mike Castleman. This tall, lean Texan rancher who fits the Hollywood image of a retired bronco buster is the founder of Metrostudy, a firm that dispatches researchers to inspect 4.5 million building lots every ninety days in the busiest cities for homebuilding, from Washington, D.C., to ... |
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26-APR-10
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Foreclosure Activity Offers Opportunity For Home Buyers In Illinois
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BETHEL , CONNECTICUT – April 26, 2010 - Countdown To Buy , a next generation online real estate marketplace that offers fair and effective solutions to buy and sell properties, has opened the door for home buyers in Illinois to easily purchase an affordable and recently foreclosed home right in their local community. |
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26-APR-10
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Appraiser on demand: 'Purchases are starting to turn around now'
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The unstable housing market and high foreclosure rates have been keeping Kenworth Johnston busy. |
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26-APR-10
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Rental housing market still tight
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BALLARAT'S rental vacancy rate eased slightly last month, according to new figures from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria, but the market is still one of the tightest in Victoria. |
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26-APR-10
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Housing market 'losing momentum' as election nears
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The housing market continued to lose momentum during April as potential buyers remained cautious in the face of the General Election. |
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26-APR-10
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Business agenda
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MONDAYBroward County Property Appraiser: Deputy appraisers available to assist with Homestead, senior and other property tax exemption applications and answer questions on property taxes. Also accepts applications for portability. Documents required to file a Homestead Exemption include current Florida driver's license or Florida ID card and current voter registration card or declaration of ... |
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26-APR-10
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Appraised value of all property in Madison County climbs to $27.7 billion
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Madison County Tax Assessor Fran Hamilton said the slight increase from 2009 to 2010 is good considering economic conditions. |
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26-APR-10
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Appraised value of all property in Madison County climbs to $27.7 billion
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Madison County Tax Assessor Fran Hamilton said the slight increase from 2009 to 2010 is good considering economic conditions. |
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26-APR-10
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Akzo Nobel Upped At DB As Housing Market Brightens
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Akzo Nobel Upped At DB As Housing Market Brightens |
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26-APR-10
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Growing list of properties behind in taxes
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List of delinquent real estate is an indication of just how badly economics of commercial property is deteriorating |
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26-APR-10
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“Tri Property” Launches “Proud X2 Condominium” Despite Political Heat
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Tri Property, a group of real estate avant-garde in the second generation of Wanchai Construction --Thailand’s leading veteran contractors--, shrugged off boiling political temperature and push ahead |
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26-APR-10
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“Tri Property” Launches “Proud X2 Condominium” Despite Political Heat
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Tri Property, a group of real estate avant-garde in the second generation of Wanchai Construction --Thailand’s leading veteran contractors--, shrugged off boiling political temperature and push ahead |
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26-APR-10
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China mulls new property tax as prices rocket
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BEIJING - China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb spiralling real estate prices, state media reported on Monday. |
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26-APR-10
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China mulls new property tax as prices rocket
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BEIJING - China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb spiralling real estate prices, state media reported on Monday. |
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26-APR-10
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Property chief eyes real estate recovery
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The CEO of MAG Group Property Development, Mohammed Nimer, believes improved liquidity, greater transparency and tougher regulations will be key to the recovery of Dubai's real estate market. |
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26-APR-10
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Property chief eyes real estate recovery
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The CEO of MAG Group Property Development, Mohammed Nimer, believes improved liquidity, greater transparency and tougher regulations will be key to the recovery of Dubai's real estate market. |
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26-APR-10
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How to avoid a real estate investing overdose
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Mark Jewell, AP Personal Finance Writer BOSTON — Are you overexposed to real estate? |
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26-APR-10
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How to avoid a real estate investing overdose
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Mark Jewell, AP Personal Finance Writer BOSTON — Are you overexposed to real estate? |
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26-APR-10
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Homebuying 101
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Few things induce anxiety and frustration more than having a home sale delayed, especially when your belongings have already been loaded onto the moving truck. |
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26-APR-10
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Housing market stutters as election nears
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The housing market continued to lose momentum during April as potential buyers remained cautious in the face of the General Election, research showed today. |
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26-APR-10
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Kuwait property sales grow 97% in March
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The total number of registered property sales in Kuwait for residential, commercial and investment almost doubled to 760 in March from 383 in February, a recent report has revealed. |
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26-APR-10
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Kuwait property sales grow 97% in March
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The total number of registered property sales in Kuwait for residential, commercial and investment almost doubled to 760 in March from 383 in February, a recent report has revealed. |
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26-APR-10
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49 percent of Egyptians reject property tax
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25 April 2010 CAIRO: A poll conducted by the Public Opinion Poll Center on the new property tax, revealed that the majority of Egyptians have heard of the new tax, but that almost half of them are against implementing it. |
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26-APR-10
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49 percent of Egyptians reject property tax
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25 April 2010 CAIRO: A poll conducted by the Public Opinion Poll Center on the new property tax, revealed that the majority of Egyptians have heard of the new tax, but that almost half of them are against implementing it. |
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26-APR-10
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China mulls new property tax as prices rocket: state media
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China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb spiralling real estate prices, state media reported on Monday. |
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26-APR-10
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China mulls new property tax as prices rocket: state media
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China is likely to introduce a property tax on residential housing in the first half of the year as part of its attempts to curb spiralling real estate prices, state media reported on Monday. |
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26-APR-10
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China Stocks Fluctuate; Consumer Companies Gain, Builders Drop
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April 26 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks fluctuated. Consumer companies climbed on speculation investors will shift funds into equities from real estate amid a government crackdown on property, while developers declined. |
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26-APR-10
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China Stocks Fluctuate; Consumer Companies Gain, Builders Drop
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April 26 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks fluctuated. Consumer companies climbed on speculation investors will shift funds into equities from real estate amid a government crackdown on property, while developers declined. |
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26-APR-10
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10 Tips for Water Conservation
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As warm weather makes it way across the nation, sprinklers come out of hibernation and return to their full time positions, pools fill up, and many a garden hose sees daylight for the first time in months.


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26-APR-10
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OPINION: Obama Administration Housing Program Offers Homeowners Huge Loan Reductions!
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Sympathy keeps pouring out of the Obama administration for troubled homeowners that owe more than the current value of their homes.


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26-APR-10
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Loan benefit a sweet deal for vets
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Question: I am a veteran, 50 years old, and I wonder if I can still use my Veterans Affairs loan benefit. I have never used it before. Answer: Yes, you can use your VA loan benefit any time, no matter how long you have been out of the service. |
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26-APR-10
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Property tax overcharge concerns residents
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A White County couple addressed county commissioners Monday night, for a second time, about overpayments of their property taxes and again asked the legislative body to help resolve the matter. |
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26-APR-10
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Property tax overcharge concerns residents
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A White County couple addressed county commissioners Monday night, for a second time, about overpayments of their property taxes and again asked the legislative body to help resolve the matter. |
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26-APR-10
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Tax Credit Expires this Week
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The median price for a home in the west is about $209,000, which is down almost eight percent from last year, according to the national association of realtors. |
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26-APR-10
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China’s Stocks Rise; Consumer Companies Gain, Developers Drop
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April 26 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks rose, with the benchmark index rebounding from a weekly loss, as consumer companies climbed on speculation investors will shift funds into equities from real estate amid a government property crackdown. |
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26-APR-10
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China’s Stocks Rise; Consumer Companies Gain, Developers Drop
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April 26 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks rose, with the benchmark index rebounding from a weekly loss, as consumer companies climbed on speculation investors will shift funds into equities from real estate amid a government property crackdown. |
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26-APR-10
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China poised to add REITs to cool down simmering property market
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BEIJING - In the latest salvo aimed at its property market, China is getting ready to launch a real estate investment tool that will give investors an alternative to bricks and mortar, and move to cool a market where prices have risen at the fastest pace in five years. |
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26-APR-10
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China poised to add REITs to cool down simmering property market
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BEIJING - In the latest salvo aimed at its property market, China is getting ready to launch a real estate investment tool that will give investors an alternative to bricks and mortar, and move to cool a market where prices have risen at the fastest pace in five years. |
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26-APR-10
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Caixin Online: What if China's property-cooling moves don't work?
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While regulatory authorities make numerous attempts to temper unruly housing prices, a number of questions arise regarding how effective the policies are and who will ultimately foot the bill if the bubble bursts. |
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26-APR-10
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Caixin Online: What if China's property-cooling moves don't work?
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While regulatory authorities make numerous attempts to temper unruly housing prices, a number of questions arise regarding how effective the policies are and who will ultimately foot the bill if the bubble bursts. |
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25-APR-10
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Housing market 'losing momentum'
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The housing market continued to lose momentum during April as potential buyers remained cautious in the face of the General Election, research has shown. |
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25-APR-10
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Business People: Edgewater announces promotions
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-- ST. JOSEPH - Shannon Murphy has been promoted to mortgage lending officer at Edgewater Bank. She started at the bank as a mortgage loan originator in October 2007. |
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25-APR-10
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Goldman made bets against housing market
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As Goldman maintains it didn't seek to profit from housing downturn, e-mails show bank bet against mortgage investments that it sold to investors. |
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25-APR-10
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Builders seek to lift age limits
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When the housing market was booming, Kara Homes of East Brunswick proposed an age-restricted condo community called the Excelsior in Franklin Lakes. But in 2006, Kara filed for bankruptcy. The Excelsior's lender, Amboy Bank, eventually took over the empty property. |
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25-APR-10
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China urged to end property bubble, even if painful
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BEIJING - China must tackle its property bubble for the sake of economic health and social stability, even if the market feels some short-term pain in the process, an official financial newspaper said on Thursday. |
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25-APR-10
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China urged to end property bubble, even if painful
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BEIJING - China must tackle its property bubble for the sake of economic health and social stability, even if the market feels some short-term pain in the process, an official financial newspaper said on Thursday. |
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25-APR-10
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Early voting starting in Collin County school board, city council races
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This year's flurry of political elections returns Monday as early voting starts in several Collin County school board and city council contests. |
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25-APR-10
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Real estate agent needed in family sale?
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Dear Real Estate Adviser, I want to buy my mother's home and we've agreed on a discounted price. So where do we go from here? Do we need a real estate agent or just a real estate lawyer? |
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25-APR-10
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Real estate agent needed in family sale?
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Dear Real Estate Adviser, I want to buy my mother's home and we've agreed on a discounted price. So where do we go from here? Do we need a real estate agent or just a real estate lawyer? |
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25-APR-10
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Five candidates vie for two seats on Grand Rapids Public Schools board
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More budget cuts and classroom changes are on the horizon for Grand Rapids Public Schools, but five people competing for two open school board seats May 4 say they are eager to help lead the way. |
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25-APR-10
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Yankton Housing Market Improving
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Yankton’s housing market is getting off to a good start this year given the economic circumstances, according to local officials. |
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25-APR-10
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Kuwait real estate activity picks up
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The latest NBK Real Estate Brief stated: Real estate activity roared back to life in March, providing the first sign that recovery in the sector may be stepping up a gear. |
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25-APR-10
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Kuwait real estate activity picks up
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The latest NBK Real Estate Brief stated: Real estate activity roared back to life in March, providing the first sign that recovery in the sector may be stepping up a gear. |
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25-APR-10
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SoMa condo bought with help of federal tax credit, loan and even dad
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When you're spending more than three-quarters of a million dollars on a property, $8,000 worth of income tax credit may seem minuscule. But for Tony Jarjoura, who paid $756,500 for a two-bedroom, two-bath condo in SoMa Grand (median sale price: $568,000) in... |
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25-APR-10
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Bottom Line
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Realty company welcomes sales associates Sellstate Island Properties announced Maya Thomas and Christopher Vazquez have joined the office as real estate sales associates. Thomas has been selling... read more |
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25-APR-10
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Humor: Taliban face nasty new weapon - corporate America
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The Pentagon has harnessed the skills of corporate America to fight the Taliban. "We will exploit the expertise and talent of the private sector in our battle against extremist element in Afghanistan," Army Vice Chief of Staff, General Peter W. Chiarelli stated. Selecting from the cream of corporate America, the Army has assembled 17 elite SWAT teams to infiltrate Taliban-controlled areas. Each ... |
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25-APR-10
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Humor: Taliban face U.S. capacity for economic destruction
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The Pentagon has harnessed the skills of corporate America to fight the Taliban. "We will exploit the expertise and talent of the private sector in our battle against extremist element in Afghanistan," Army Vice Chief of Staff, General Peter W. Chiarelli stated. Selecting from the cream of corporate America, the Army has assembled seventeen elite SWAT teams to infiltrate Taliban-controlled areas ... |
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25-APR-10
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Realities of Real Estate: What it means when a property is listed 'as is'
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As you look through homes listed for sale, increasingly you could find a notation somewhere that indicates the property is being sold "as is." Generally, the expanding number of foreclosures and short sales has generated a larger numbers of properties being sold "as is." |
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25-APR-10
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Realities of Real Estate: What it means when a property is listed 'as is'
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As you look through homes listed for sale, increasingly you could find a notation somewhere that indicates the property is being sold "as is." Generally, the expanding number of foreclosures and short sales has generated a larger numbers of properties being sold "as is." |
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25-APR-10
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Goldman executives cheered housing market's decline, newly released e-mails show
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As the U.S. housing market began its epic fall nearly three years ago, top executives at Wall Street powerhouse Goldman Sachs cheered the large financial gains the firm stood to make on certain bets it had placed, according to newly released documents. |
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25-APR-10
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PAREAL23
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REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS The address shown is the property address listed by the buyer. Most of the sales took place during the past six weeks. This isn't a complete list of real estate transactions. Sales are listed by city, in ascending value. |
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25-APR-10
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PAREAL23
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REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS The address shown is the property address listed by the buyer. Most of the sales took place during the past six weeks. This isn't a complete list of real estate transactions. Sales are listed by city, in ascending value. |
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25-APR-10
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A boon for sales, but housing credit nears its end
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For the past week, real estate agent Tommy Simons hasn’t made it home from work before 10 p.m. |
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25-APR-10
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Fairfax property owner challenges county tax for Dulles Metrorail project
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The Virginia Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case of a local business owner who argues Fairfax County is unfairly taxing property owners to fund the Dulles Metrorail expansion project. |
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25-APR-10
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Fairfax property owner challenges county tax for Dulles Metrorail project
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The Virginia Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case of a local business owner who argues Fairfax County is unfairly taxing property owners to fund the Dulles Metrorail expansion project. |
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24-APR-10
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Buying the Ideal Miami Real Estate Property with Few Problems
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Problems with homebuying cannot be avoided. There are several factors that can affect your experience with the real estate market and others that are out to provide only headaches. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to avoid or at least lessen the problems you will meet along the way. |
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24-APR-10
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Buying the Ideal Miami Real Estate Property with Few Problems
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Problems with homebuying cannot be avoided. There are several factors that can affect your experience with the real estate market and others that are out to provide only headaches. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to avoid or at least lessen the problems you will meet along the way. |
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24-APR-10
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Goldman Sachs execs bragged about making money during housing market collapse
(Search - Housing Market)
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NEW YORK (AP) - E-mails released today show top executives at Goldman Sachs boasting about the money the firm was making as the national housing market pancaked in 2007. |
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24-APR-10
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Goldman Sachs boasted about profits made off collapsing housing market, emails show
(Search - Housing Market)
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NEW YORK (AP) — E-mails released Saturday morning show top executives at Goldman Sachs Group Inc. boasting about the money the firm was making as the national housing market collapsed in 2007. |
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24-APR-10
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Housing market confidence on the up, survey suggests
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CONFIDENCE in the housing market is increasing, a new survey suggests. |
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24-APR-10
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Emails show Goldman Sachs bet on housing market decline
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Goldman Sachs bet on the demise of the US housing market as the economy teetered on the brink and as the firm sold mortgage-based investments to clients, company emails released on Saturday showed. |
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24-APR-10
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In emails, Goldman Sachs executives boast of profit-taking as housing market collapses
(Search - Housing Market)
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NEW YORK - Emails released by a Senate committee investigating the financial crisis show top executives at Goldman Sachs boasting about money the firm was making from the housing market's collapse. |
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24-APR-10
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In e-mails, Goldman Sachs executives boast of profit-taking as housing market collapses
(Search - Housing Market)
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NEW YORK (AP) — E-mails released by a Senate committee investigating the financial crisis show top executives at Goldman Sachs Inc. boasting about money the firm was making as the housing market collapsed in 2007. |
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24-APR-10
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In e-mails, Goldman Sachs executives boast of profit-taking as housing market collapses
(Search - Housing Market)
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NEW YORK - E-mails released by a Senate committee investigating the financial crisis show top executives at Goldman Sachs boasting about money the firm was making from the housing market's collapse. |
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24-APR-10
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Vanishing values
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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BENTON TOWNSHIP - The struggling economy and depressed real estate market took a toll on the property values in Berrien County last year, erasing $396 million in state equalized value, or SEV, according to a new report. |
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24-APR-10
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Vanishing values
(Search - Real Property Value)
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BENTON TOWNSHIP - The struggling economy and depressed real estate market took a toll on the property values in Berrien County last year, erasing $396 million in state equalized value, or SEV, according to a new report. |
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24-APR-10
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Vancouver to split Olympic Village social housing units
(Search - Housing Market)
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After a two-day debate, Vancouver city council has voted to split the 250 units of social housing at the Olympic Village between affordable housing and apartments rented at market rates, with priority given to essential workers. |
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24-APR-10
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Finance report details efforts to get tax increases passed in Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Kentwood
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Organizers explain their strategies. |
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24-APR-10
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Finance report detail efforts to get tax increases passed in Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Kentwood
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Organizers explain their strategies. |
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24-APR-10
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County failed to physically inspect property, report says
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Pierce County failed to inspect properties as required by state law for seven years, and the blame lies squarely with the county’s former assessor-treasurer and his chief deputy, according to a new report. |
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24-APR-10
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Marketing makes difference in antique sales
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I answer a lot of questions at my antiques appraisal events conducted nationwide at home and garden |
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24-APR-10
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Assessor tries to simplify stateâs complex property tax laws
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BISBEE — “Arizona has one of the most complex property tax laws in the nation.” |
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24-APR-10
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Assessor tries to simplify stateâs complex property tax laws
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BISBEE — “Arizona has one of the most complex property tax laws in the nation.” |
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24-APR-10
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Your Views
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Higher appraisal notice was unpleasant surprise |
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24-APR-10
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Milwaukee property values dropped 2.4% in 2009
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Milwaukee's property values dropped 2.4% in the past year, the second annual decline after 13 years of growth, the city assessor's office reported Friday. |
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24-APR-10
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Milwaukee property values dropped 2.4% in 2009
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Milwaukee's property values dropped 2.4% in the past year, the second annual decline after 13 years of growth, the city assessor's office reported Friday. |
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24-APR-10
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Buy a Boca Raton Real Estate Property with a Forward-Looking Approach
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Buying a home requires a lot of concentration. It is also helpful to set a realistic goal. Like in buying a Boca Raton real estate property, you should already know what to expect before you search for the home. |
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24-APR-10
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Buy a Boca Raton Real Estate Property with a Forward-Looking Approach
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Buying a home requires a lot of concentration. It is also helpful to set a realistic goal. Like in buying a Boca Raton real estate property, you should already know what to expect before you search for the home. |
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23-APR-10
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Canadian housing market correction in the cards, says economist
(Search - Housing Market)
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Economist David Rosenberg is calling for a 20 per cent correction in Canada’s housing market |
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23-APR-10
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Triangle housing market still in 'recovery mode'
(Search - Housing Market)
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With more than 18,000 homes for sale throughout the area, real estate agents say they are more optimistic but say the market is still very much in a recovery mode. |
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23-APR-10
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BREAKING: City awards Greenpoint housing contract to upstate company
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After many years of deliberating, the city selected the upstate developer TNS Development Group to build the below-market-rate units in the long-closed medical center and on an adjacent city-owned lot on Maspeth Avenue near Kingsland Avenue.Housing and Preservation Development Commissioner Rafael Cestero praised the developer’s “solid track record... |
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23-APR-10
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Area realtor says housing market is recovering
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An area realtor says the housing market is definitely recovering. The President of FirstWeber Realtors, Ron Zahrt, says sales are ahead of 2009. In fact, they've already seen a 12.5% increase on new and existing home sales. |
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23-APR-10
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How To Spot Mortgage Fraud
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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These tips will help you avoid becoming the victim of fraud. |
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23-APR-10
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Summary Box: Housing sends bond yields higher
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HOUSING HELP: Interest rates rose in the bond market Friday after a surprisingly strong report on new home sales. |
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23-APR-10
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Summary Box: Housing sends bond yields higher
(Search - Housing Market)
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HOUSING HELP: Interest rates rose in the bond market Friday after a surprisingly strong report on new home sales. |
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23-APR-10
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Expert says housing trends could help Somerville
(Search - Housing Market)
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SOMERVILLE — Somerville and its redevelopment projects could benefit from housing and lifestyle trends that began taking shape after the housing market collapsed and the country sank into recession, an expert in the field has told local officials. |
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23-APR-10
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Second Day of Optimism in Housing Market
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A 27 percent increase in the sales of new houses in March came a day after a 6.8 percent rise in existing home sales. |
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23-APR-10
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10 red flags that can delay or sink a home sale
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Good real estate agents are attuned to red flags that come up, but consumers should also be aware of potential problems and how to avoid many bumps in the road. |
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23-APR-10
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Value of home appraisal process in question
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Restrictions meant to avert further upheaval in the real estate market may stifle recovery. |
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23-APR-10
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Value of home appraisal process in question
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Restrictions meant to avert further upheaval in the real estate market may stifle recovery. |
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23-APR-10
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Value of home appraisal process in question
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Restrictions meant to avert further upheaval in the real estate market may stifle recovery. |
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23-APR-10
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Housing market rebounding
(Search - Housing Market)
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Sales of existing single-family home in Brevard County jumped to a five-month high in March, while the median sales price was basically unchanged. According to the Florida Association of Realtors, 490 houses were sold in Brevard last month. |
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23-APR-10
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Signs of a rebound boost US real estate investor confidence
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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US REAL estate investment trusts may exceed the $US25 billion they raised last year in share sales as an economic recovery boosts investor confidence, according to the industry's main lobbying group. |
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23-APR-10
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Signs of a rebound boost US real estate investor confidence
(Search - Real Property Value)
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US REAL estate investment trusts may exceed the $US25 billion they raised last year in share sales as an economic recovery boosts investor confidence, according to the industry's main lobbying group. |
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23-APR-10
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Overcome fears of overpaying for real estate
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Q: My husband and I made an offer on our first home. We were bidding against two other offers, so we had to go above asking. Our agent told us what he thought we should offer, but we went in quite a bit below that, and we still got it! |
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23-APR-10
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Zephyr Real Estate Launches New Hyper-Local Website
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - April 23, 2010) - Zephyr Real Estate's new website is a perfect example of savvy marketing teamed with innovative technology. Users can navigate beyond the crisp, clean, easy-to-use home page to find a wealth of data not readily available elsewhere. The new website ensures that visitors will quickly find all the information needed, and wanted, in their real ... |
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23-APR-10
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Zephyr Real Estate Launches New Hyper-Local Website
(Search - Real Property Value)
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - April 23, 2010) - Zephyr Real Estate's new website is a perfect example of savvy marketing teamed with innovative technology. Users can navigate beyond the crisp, clean, easy-to-use home page to find a wealth of data not readily available elsewhere. The new website ensures that visitors will quickly find all the information needed, and wanted, in their real ... |
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23-APR-10
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Good news for Marshfield housing market
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When it comes to selling a home, the Marshfield housing market is good, said David Schalow, a business professor at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and a real estate agent. Schalow spoke at the Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry Economic Development Association meeting Friday morning to discuss whether the value of Marshfield residential real estate will be equal to what ... |
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23-APR-10
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Phoenix council may delay property-tax funded projects
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The drop real estate values has hurt the city's ability to use the revenue for capital projects. |
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23-APR-10
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Phoenix council may delay property-tax funded projects
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The drop real estate values has hurt the city's ability to use the revenue for capital projects. |
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23-APR-10
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Market mixed on Greece, housing report
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Stocks were mixed Friday, in a choppy session, as investors weighed a stronger housing market report with a weaker manufacturing report, along with news that Greece accessed emergency loans. |
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23-APR-10
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Genesee County communities see property values decline for third year
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The taxable value of properties across Genesee County continues to follow a trend — downward. Taxable property values declined for the third year in a row, dropping to $10.1 billion from $11.3 billion last year, according to a county equalization report adopted by the county Board of Commissioners this week. |
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23-APR-10
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Genesee County communities see property values decline for third year
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The taxable value of properties across Genesee County continues to follow a trend — downward. Taxable property values declined for the third year in a row, dropping to $10.1 billion from $11.3 billion last year, according to a county equalization report adopted by the county Board of Commissioners this week. |
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23-APR-10
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Q&A: Town Clerk Candidates; Two seek clerk's seat
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Three candidates are on the ballot to replace retiring Town Clerk Ann Callahan. They are, in order of appearance on the ballot: David R. |
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23-APR-10
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Q&A: Town Clerk Candidates
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Three candidates are on the ballot to replace retiring Town Clerk Ann Callahan. They are, in order of appearance on the ballot: David R. |
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23-APR-10
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AMB Property Corporation(R) Leases 191,400 SF in Hamburg Development
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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AMB Property Corporation® , a leading owner, operator and developer of global industrial real estate, today announced it has signed a lease for approximately 191,400 square feet in its AMB Hausbruch Industrial Center A in Hamburg, Germany. |
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23-APR-10
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AMB Property Corporation(R) Leases 191,400 SF in Hamburg Development
(Search - Real Property Value)
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AMB Property Corporation® , a leading owner, operator and developer of global industrial real estate, today announced it has signed a lease for approximately 191,400 square feet in its AMB Hausbruch Industrial Center A in Hamburg, Germany. |
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23-APR-10
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Eastern Europe Real Estate Woes
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The 2004-2007 period will be remembered at the golden age of real estate in Central and Eastern Europe. Israeli developers flocked to invest in Romania, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic and Poland. |
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23-APR-10
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Eastern Europe Real Estate Woes
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The 2004-2007 period will be remembered at the golden age of real estate in Central and Eastern Europe. Israeli developers flocked to invest in Romania, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic and Poland. |
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23-APR-10
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Hallandale Real Estate A Place For Everyone
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Many people who have bought a property in Hallandale real estate are testifying that they really have given value to the money they spent in buying such property. |
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23-APR-10
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Hallandale Real Estate A Place For Everyone
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Many people who have bought a property in Hallandale real estate are testifying that they really have given value to the money they spent in buying such property. |
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23-APR-10
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Oahu housing market steadies
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The Honolulu residential real estate market was again among the U.S. markets with the fewest and smallest real estate price drops in April, according to the latest research from real estate search engine Trulia.com. |
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23-APR-10
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Housing rebound might fade
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WASHINGTON — The economy is improving, with home sales up, jobless claims down and inflation tame. Yet there are concerns the economic rebound won’t get much juice from the housing market, which is fueled for the moment by government tax breaks. |
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23-APR-10
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Asian Stocks Decline on Greek Deficit, China Property Concerns
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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April 23 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks fell, dragging the MSCI Asia Pacific Index to its first weekly decline in four, amid mounting concerns that Greece’s budget deficit and curbs on China’s real-estate market will hurt global growth. |
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23-APR-10
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Asian Stocks Decline on Greek Deficit, China Property Concerns
(Search - Real Property Value)
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April 23 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks fell, dragging the MSCI Asia Pacific Index to its first weekly decline in four, amid mounting concerns that Greece’s budget deficit and curbs on China’s real-estate market will hurt global growth. |
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23-APR-10
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7 tips for a home sale in a soft market
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What does it take to make a home sale in a soft market? Realtors gave Bankrate these seven tips. |
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23-APR-10
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Positive prospects for property sector this year (latest)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Prospects for the property sector this year are positive due to the healthier performance of the domestic economy and further stabilisation of external economies, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Wira Chor Chee Heung said today. |
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23-APR-10
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Positive prospects for property sector this year (latest)
(Search - Real Property Value)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Prospects for the property sector this year are positive due to the healthier performance of the domestic economy and further stabilisation of external economies, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Wira Chor Chee Heung said today. |
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23-APR-10
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Prospects For Property Sector Positive This Year, Says Chor
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Prospects for the property sector this year are positive due to the healthier performance of the domestic economy and further stabilisation of external economies, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Wira Chor Chee Heung said Friday. |
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23-APR-10
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Prospects For Property Sector Positive This Year, Says Chor
(Search - Real Property Value)
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Prospects for the property sector this year are positive due to the healthier performance of the domestic economy and further stabilisation of external economies, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Wira Chor Chee Heung said Friday. |
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23-APR-10
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Property valued properly
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Charles Darwin wasn't much into property speculation but even he knew something about Australian prices didn't fit. |
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23-APR-10
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Property valued properly
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Charles Darwin wasn't much into property speculation but even he knew something about Australian prices didn't fit. |
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23-APR-10
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Rainy Day Kid Tips
(Realty Times)
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This season brings with it its share of rainy days. And while you and other homeowners may not be able to work on your yards, clean out gutters, or install that new walkway, a stormy day can be a perfect time to settle in to enjoy family and the home you've put so much effort in to. Here are ten great stay-at-home activities for you to try with your crew.


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23-APR-10
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Hard Times for HOAs Could Mean Fewer Home Sales Due to Delinquent Fees
(Realty Times)
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At a time when many homeowners are walking away from their homes and letting them be foreclosed on, others who are hanging in there may be racking up delinquencies by not paying their Homeowners Association Fees which ultimately hurts not only the HOA but also the entire development and its owners.


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23-APR-10
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Conditions Versus Obligations
(Realty Times)
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A problem arises when Agents mistake conditions for objections. Agents often treat a condition as an objection and beat themselves up when they don't get the transaction or contract signed. The definition of a condition is a valid reason for the prospect to not move forward. You still need to try all the techniques of handling the objection. You just need to realize that a condition is usually linked to their ability or authority to act now.


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23-APR-10
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Home sales rise sharply in Waco and nationally
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Home sales in the Waco area are on the rise, reflecting a national trend. |
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23-APR-10
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Promising signpost in local housing market
(Search - Housing Market)
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Sales of existing homes in the Northeast surged nearly 27 percent in March compared to the previous year, continuing to outpace other U.S. regions in what promises to be at least a temporary rebound in the housing market. |
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23-APR-10
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Homebuyers Rush To Get Tax Credit
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Cashing in on up to $8,000 in federal homebuyer tax credits is starting to get dicey. |
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23-APR-10
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Home sales boost cheers region's Realtors
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Surge raises hopes of strong demand, even as aid plan expires |
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23-APR-10
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Increases in real estate sales cheer region's Realtors
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Surge raises hopes of strong demand, even as aid plan expires |
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23-APR-10
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California, South Bay housing market numbers continue to improve
(Search - Housing Market)
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California's housing market in March continued to show improvement, as an important federal incentive program nears expiration. |
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23-APR-10
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Property value complaints remain high despite drop-off
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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DAYTON — The number of property value complaints filed with the Montgomery County Auditor for tax year 2009 were down by half from the previous year, but still ranked as the second most ever filed.Montgomery County Auditor Karl Keith’s office, on Thursday, April 22, announced 3,157 Board of Revision complaints have been accepted for 2009, including 33 by school districts. In 2008 the number ... |
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23-APR-10
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Property value complaints remain high despite drop-off
(Search - Real Property Value)
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DAYTON — The number of property value complaints filed with the Montgomery County Auditor for tax year 2009 were down by half from the previous year, but still ranked as the second most ever filed.Montgomery County Auditor Karl Keith’s office, on Thursday, April 22, announced 3,157 Board of Revision complaints have been accepted for 2009, including 33 by school districts. In 2008 the number ... |
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23-APR-10
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Chicago housing bust
(Search - Housing Market)
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Today another major metro housing market is inducted into the Re-Busting lineup of regions that have relented to the organic home price slide (as seen by the Radar Logic data ) despite the generous efforts by the Feds. |
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22-APR-10
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Another two bonds make China real estate a hot topic
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Kaisa and Agile are the latest Chinese property companies to turn to offshore funding in light of tightening domestic reforms, raising $350 million and $650 million respectively. Still expected are Glorious Property, Yanlord and Aoyuan Property. |
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22-APR-10
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Another two bonds make China real estate a hot topic
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Kaisa and Agile are the latest Chinese property companies to turn to offshore funding in light of tightening domestic reforms, raising $350 million and $650 million respectively. Still expected are Glorious Property, Yanlord and Aoyuan Property. |
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22-APR-10
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Emerging Stocks Fall on China Real-Estate, Greek Debt Concerns
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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April 22 (Bloomberg) -- Emerging-market stocks fell for the first time in three days as concern deepened that Greece’s debt crisis and Chinese measures to curb property prices will slow the global economic recovery. |
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22-APR-10
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Emerging Stocks Fall on China Real-Estate, Greek Debt Concerns
(Search - Real Property Value)
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April 22 (Bloomberg) -- Emerging-market stocks fell for the first time in three days as concern deepened that Greece’s debt crisis and Chinese measures to curb property prices will slow the global economic recovery. |
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22-APR-10
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Eastern Europe real estate woes
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The 2004-2007 period will be remembered at the golden age of real estate in Central and Eastern Europe. Israeli developers flocked to invest in Romania, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic and Poland. |
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22-APR-10
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Eastern Europe real estate woes
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The 2004-2007 period will be remembered at the golden age of real estate in Central and Eastern Europe. Israeli developers flocked to invest in Romania, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic and Poland. |
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22-APR-10
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Interest rates rise after positive news on jobs, housing; Greece debt concerns weigh
(Search - Housing Market)
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Interest rates rose in the bond market Thursday after reports on jobs and housing showed the economy is continuing to get better. |
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22-APR-10
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Property owners seeking land-use changes donated big to Martin commissioners
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Several Martin County civic activists accused the majority bloc on the County Commission of engaging in “pay to play” politics for accepting thousands of dollars in contributions and advertisements from property owners seeking lucrative land-use changes. |
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22-APR-10
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Property owners seeking land-use changes donated big to Martin commissioners
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Several Martin County civic activists accused the majority bloc on the County Commission of engaging in “pay to play” politics for accepting thousands of dollars in contributions and advertisements from property owners seeking lucrative land-use changes. |
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22-APR-10
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Property owners seeking land-use changes donated big bucks to Martin County commissioners
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Several Martin County civic activists accused the majority bloc on the County Commission of engaging in “pay to play” politics for accepting thousands of dollars in contributions and advertisements from property owners seeking lucrative land-use changes. |
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22-APR-10
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Property owners seeking land-use changes donated big bucks to Martin County commissioners
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Several Martin County civic activists accused the majority bloc on the County Commission of engaging in “pay to play” politics for accepting thousands of dollars in contributions and advertisements from property owners seeking lucrative land-use changes. |
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22-APR-10
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Cleveland housing bust
(Search - Housing Market)
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Today we welcome Cleveland as the latest entry in the “re-busing” series as the Radar Logic data for this metro housing market is showing the tell tale signs of government propping fatigue. |
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22-APR-10
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Distressed real estate investing more complicated than you think
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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With all the talk about loan foreclosures, no refinance money available and banks firming up their real estate-owned departments, many investors are considering jumping into the distressed asset investing game. While opportunities, no doubt, will show themselves, investing in distressed assets is more complicated than you may think. Like any investment, proper due diligence is the [...] |
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22-APR-10
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Distressed real estate investing more complicated than you think
(Search - Real Property Value)
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With all the talk about loan foreclosures, no refinance money available and banks firming up their real estate-owned departments, many investors are considering jumping into the distressed asset investing game. While opportunities, no doubt, will show themselves, investing in distressed assets is more complicated than you may think. Like any investment, proper due diligence is the [...] |
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22-APR-10
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a la mode Expands SureDocs Mortgage E-Signature Service with New Agent and Appraisal Versions
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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RISMEDIA, April 23, 2010—a la mode, Inc., announced that its SureDocs e-signature system, which has already been used for nearly four million mortgage document signing events, is being broadened to include market-specific versions for appraisers and real estate agents. More than… |
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22-APR-10
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Hamptons Home Prices Surge as Buyers Return to Luxury (Update1)
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Home sales in the Hamptons, the New York beach towns swarmed by Wall Street and Hollywood vacationers each summer, more than doubled in the first quarter as buyers seized luxury properties. |
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22-APR-10
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East End housing market improves
(Search - Housing Market)
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Sales activity more than doubled over the past year as East End homebuyers took advantage of lower prices and still low mortgage rates, according to the Prudential Douglas Elliman Hamptons/North Fork Market Overview for the first quarter of 2010. Here are some of the key numbers: Median sales price increased 32.2 percent to $800,000 from $605,000 in [...] |
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22-APR-10
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Existing-Home Sales Rise on Home Buyer Tax Credit and Favorable Market Conditions
(National Association of Realtors - Press Room)
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Buyers responding to the homebuyer tax credit and favorable affordability conditions boosted existing-home sales in March, marking the beginning of an expected spring surge, according to the National Association of Realtors®. |
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22-APR-10
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Things You Need To Know In Buying Miami Real Estate Home
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Miami real estate has a lot to offer, and if you have prepared everything in owning a home in Miami real estate, then you needs to be careful with your purchase and learn things and processes in buying home in Miami. |
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22-APR-10
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Things You Need To Know In Buying Miami Real Estate Home
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Miami real estate has a lot to offer, and if you have prepared everything in owning a home in Miami real estate, then you needs to be careful with your purchase and learn things and processes in buying home in Miami. |
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22-APR-10
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Marcus Pointe Golf Club hopes neighbors will pay to save it
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Developer of the Marcus Pointe Golf Club is looking to nearby homeowners to come up with the money to keep the links from shutting down. |
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22-APR-10
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Staying the course at Marcus Pointe
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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The developer of the Marcus Pointe Golf Club is looking to nearby homeowners to come up with the money to keep the links from shutting down. |
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22-APR-10
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Asian Stocks Decline on Stronger Yen, China Property Concern
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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April 22 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks fell, dragging the MSCI Asia Pacific Index lower for the first time in three days, on concern a stronger yen and Chinese measures to curb property prices will damp earnings growth in the region. |
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22-APR-10
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Asian Stocks Decline on Stronger Yen, China Property Concern
(Search - Real Property Value)
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April 22 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks fell, dragging the MSCI Asia Pacific Index lower for the first time in three days, on concern a stronger yen and Chinese measures to curb property prices will damp earnings growth in the region. |
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22-APR-10
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HK property stocks fall on govt cooling measures
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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HONG KONG, April 22 (Reuters) - Hong Kong property shares retreated on Thursday after the government proposed rules requiring developers to increase transparency in their home sales to curb speculation and soaring home prices. |
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22-APR-10
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HK property stocks fall on govt cooling measures
(Search - Real Property Value)
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HONG KONG, April 22 (Reuters) - Hong Kong property shares retreated on Thursday after the government proposed rules requiring developers to increase transparency in their home sales to curb speculation and soaring home prices. |
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22-APR-10
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Dr. David F. Silver
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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has joined the staff at Warren Hospital as the director of gynecologic oncology. Silver is an authority in gynecologic cancers and special pelvic surgery. In addition to a clinical practice, he will establish The Women's Institute at Warren Hospital, a specialty unit for women's cancer care and gynecologic surgery. Silver earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia ... |
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22-APR-10
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Elbit Imaging Announces an Investment in the US Real Estate Market via Macquarie DDR Trust
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Elbit Imaging Ltd. announced today that its joint subsidiary, EPN GP, LLC (a real estate investment venture jointly formed by Elbit Plaza USA, L.P. (a subsidiary of Elbit and Plaza Centers N.V. ) and Eastgate Property LLC , has entered into a series of agreements for investment in Macquarie DDR Trust , an Australian publicly traded trust (ASX:MDT; ), which holds and manages two US REIT ... |
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22-APR-10
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Elbit Imaging Announces an Investment in the US Real Estate Market via Macquarie DDR Trust
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Elbit Imaging Ltd. announced today that its joint subsidiary, EPN GP, LLC (a real estate investment venture jointly formed by Elbit Plaza USA, L.P. (a subsidiary of Elbit and Plaza Centers N.V. ) and Eastgate Property LLC , has entered into a series of agreements for investment in Macquarie DDR Trust , an Australian publicly traded trust (ASX:MDT; ), which holds and manages two US REIT ... |
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22-APR-10
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Mixed outlook for Gulf property
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The Cityscape real estate conference held earlier this week in Abu Dhabi was a far cry from the whirlwind of mega-development launches and off-plan investments that used to be the norm at previous such events in the Gulf. |
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22-APR-10
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Mixed outlook for Gulf property
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The Cityscape real estate conference held earlier this week in Abu Dhabi was a far cry from the whirlwind of mega-development launches and off-plan investments that used to be the norm at previous such events in the Gulf. |
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22-APR-10
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Asset Managers Seeks Takeovers; Plans Property Funds (Update1)
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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April 22 (Bloomberg) -- Asset Managers Holdings Co. , Japan’s second-biggest publicly traded real estate manager, said it’s seeking acquisitions and aims to invest as much as 60 billion yen ($645 million) in Tokyo commercial properties. |
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22-APR-10
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Asset Managers Seeks Takeovers; Plans Property Funds (Update1)
(Search - Real Property Value)
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April 22 (Bloomberg) -- Asset Managers Holdings Co. , Japan’s second-biggest publicly traded real estate manager, said it’s seeking acquisitions and aims to invest as much as 60 billion yen ($645 million) in Tokyo commercial properties. |
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22-APR-10
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Asset Managers Seeks Takeovers; Plans Property Funds (Update2)
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Asset Managers Holdings Co., Japan’s second-biggest publicly traded real estate manager, said it’s seeking acquisitions and aims to invest as much as 60 billion yen ($645 million) in Tokyo commercial properties. The stock jumped. |
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22-APR-10
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Asset Managers Seeks Takeovers; Plans Property Funds (Update2)
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Asset Managers Holdings Co., Japan’s second-biggest publicly traded real estate manager, said it’s seeking acquisitions and aims to invest as much as 60 billion yen ($645 million) in Tokyo commercial properties. The stock jumped. |
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22-APR-10
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Orlando's Lake Nona Medical City Economic Impact Could Exceed That of Walt Disney World
(Realty Times)
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Orlando's economy is getting an economic booster shot that could exceed Walt Disney World's transforming impact when it opened in 1971. How can that possibly be? Disney World employs 60,000 people in its Orlando location!


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22-APR-10
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Economy Forces Homeowners to Live Large Less Outdoors in 2010
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An uncertain economy means many homeowners will hold off on some of those outdoor whistles and bells in favor of more practical and sustainable, time and money-saving features.


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22-APR-10
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Aspire to "Thrival" to Capitalize on Any Market Conditions
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Peter L. Mosca, host of Income Property Investment Talk dot com, shares his interview with Frank McKinney, author of "Burst This! Frank McKinney's Bubble-Proof Real Estate Strategies," and, during his 25-year career, not only survived but thrived by taking a contrarian approach and making his own markets.


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22-APR-10
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Home sales not likely to dry up
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With just over a week left to qualify for the federal tax credits being offered to first-time and repeat home buyers, it's time to start contemplating what becomes of the Triangle housing market once those stimulus programs disappear. |
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22-APR-10
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Tony Hamptons Sales Market Picking Up
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Just in time for the summer season, the Hamptons real estate market is bouncing back. |
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22-APR-10
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City to appraise Redlands Mall
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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REDLANDS - City Manager N. Enrique Martinez wants to have the Redlands Mall appraised should its owners ever decide to discuss selling it. |
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22-APR-10
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(AFX UK Focus) 2010-04-22 02:45 China must end property bubble, even if painful -commentary
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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BEIJING, April 22 (Reuters) - China must tackle its property bubble for the sake of economic health and social stability, even if the market feels some short-term pain in the process, an official financial newspaper said on Thursday. Monetary tightening, along with steps to control housing demand and expand supply, are the right policy choices for the government, the China Securities Journal ... |
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22-APR-10
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(AFX UK Focus) 2010-04-22 02:45 China must end property bubble, even if painful -commentary
(Search - Real Property Value)
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BEIJING, April 22 (Reuters) - China must tackle its property bubble for the sake of economic health and social stability, even if the market feels some short-term pain in the process, an official financial newspaper said on Thursday. Monetary tightening, along with steps to control housing demand and expand supply, are the right policy choices for the government, the China Securities Journal ... |
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22-APR-10
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Asset Managers Holdings Seeks Takeovers; Plans Property Funds
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Asset Managers Holdings Co., Japan’s second-biggest publicly traded real estate manager, said it’s seeking acquisitions and aims to invest as much as 60 billion yen ($645 million) in Tokyo commercial properties. |
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22-APR-10
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Asset Managers Holdings Seeks Takeovers; Plans Property Funds
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Asset Managers Holdings Co., Japan’s second-biggest publicly traded real estate manager, said it’s seeking acquisitions and aims to invest as much as 60 billion yen ($645 million) in Tokyo commercial properties. |
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22-APR-10
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Keppel’s Alpha Seeks China Property Assets on ‘Real’ Demand Bet
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Alpha Investment Partners Ltd., a unit of Singapore developer Keppel Land Ltd., is looking for investments in Chinese property, betting on “real” demand even as the government aims to curb speculation in the market. |
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22-APR-10
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Keppel’s Alpha Seeks China Property Assets on ‘Real’ Demand Bet
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Alpha Investment Partners Ltd., a unit of Singapore developer Keppel Land Ltd., is looking for investments in Chinese property, betting on “real” demand even as the government aims to curb speculation in the market. |
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22-APR-10
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Bubble threat prompts housing market review
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THE federal and state governments are moving to ease the pressure on house prices by commissioning a review of factors curtailing the supply of new houses and artificially pushing up the demand for housing. |
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22-APR-10
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China must end property bubble, even if painful: report
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China must tackle its property bubble for the sake of economic health and social stability, even if the market feels some short-term pain in the process, an official financial newspaper said on Thursday. |
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22-APR-10
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China must end property bubble, even if painful: report
(Search - Real Property Value)
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China must tackle its property bubble for the sake of economic health and social stability, even if the market feels some short-term pain in the process, an official financial newspaper said on Thursday. |
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21-APR-10
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Simon Adds $1.1 Billion to General Growth Proposal (Update2)
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Simon Property Group Inc. added four backers including Deutsche Bank AG’s RREEF unit and ING Clarion Real Estate Securities to its plan for bringing rival General Growth Properties Inc. out of bankruptcy. |
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21-APR-10
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Simon Adds $1.1 Billion to General Growth Proposal (Update2)
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Simon Property Group Inc. added four backers including Deutsche Bank AG’s RREEF unit and ING Clarion Real Estate Securities to its plan for bringing rival General Growth Properties Inc. out of bankruptcy. |
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21-APR-10
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Simon Property Group Announces $1.1 Billion in New Capital Commitments for General Growth Recapitalization
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Simon Property Group, Inc. today announced that it has received $1.1 billion in new capital commitments from ING Clarion Real Estate Securities, Oak Hill Advisors, RREEF and Taconic Capital Advisors to support a recapitalization of General Growth Properties, Inc. . Â These commitments are in addition to the previously announced $2.5 billion proposed investment by SPG and $1 billion co-investment ... |
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21-APR-10
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Simon Property Group Announces $1.1 Billion in New Capital Commitments for General Growth Recapitalization
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Simon Property Group, Inc. today announced that it has received $1.1 billion in new capital commitments from ING Clarion Real Estate Securities, Oak Hill Advisors, RREEF and Taconic Capital Advisors to support a recapitalization of General Growth Properties, Inc. . Â These commitments are in addition to the previously announced $2.5 billion proposed investment by SPG and $1 billion co-investment ... |
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21-APR-10
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2010 Midyear Risk Management and License Law Forum: How to Limit Fair Housing Liability
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2010 Risk Management Forum will present a panel describing the best practices for fair housing compliance at NAR's Midyear Meetings on May 12 at 8 a.m. |
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21-APR-10
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US housing starts rise in March
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US housing starts rose more than expected in March to their highest level since November 2008 and permits to build new homes scaled a 17-month peak, offering hope the housing market recovery remained on course. |
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21-APR-10
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Can You Really Time the Housing Market?
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Of all the unfortunate circumstances to emerge from the housing bubble and bust, one of the most underappreciated is the development of a market-timing mindset when it comes to the decision about when to buy a home |
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21-APR-10
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Hedge Funds: Paulson & Co. turns bullish on housing, economy
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The hedge-fund manager famous for betting against mortgage securities is now bullish on the U.S. housing market and the economy. |
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21-APR-10
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Commission approves assessed value reduction
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The Williams County Commission voted to approve a proposed reduction of the assessed value of a building during its meeting Tuesday. |
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21-APR-10
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Commission approves assessed value reduction
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The Williams County Commission voted to approve a proposed reduction of the assessed value of a building during its meeting Tuesday. |
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21-APR-10
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Qatar to pour millions in Cyprus property
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Qatar and Cyprus signed an agreement on Wednesday to build a multimillion dollar luxury hotel, office and residential complex in the commercial center of the island's capital. |
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21-APR-10
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NYC Doorman Strike Averted as Residents Relieved of Trash Duty
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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April 21 (Bloomberg) -- New York City building workers reached an agreement with owners for a new contract, averting a strike by 30,000 doormen, handymen and concierges that threatened to force residents to haul trash and sort mail. |
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21-APR-10
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AMB Property Corporation(R) Announces First Quarter 2010 Results
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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AMB Property Corporation® , a leading owner, operator and developer of global industrial real estate, today reported results for the first quarter 2010. Funds from operations, as adjusted, per fully diluted share and unit , was $0.31 for the first quarter of 2010, as compared to $0.77 for the same quarter in 2009. |
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21-APR-10
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AMB Property Corporation(R) Announces First Quarter 2010 Results
(Search - Real Property Value)
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AMB Property Corporation® , a leading owner, operator and developer of global industrial real estate, today reported results for the first quarter 2010. Funds from operations, as adjusted, per fully diluted share and unit , was $0.31 for the first quarter of 2010, as compared to $0.77 for the same quarter in 2009. |
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21-APR-10
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Hanley Wood Market Intelligence is Revolutionizing Housing Market Information with the Launch of Housing IntelligencePro
(Search - Housing Market)
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Hanley Wood Market Intelligence launches Housing IntelligencePro to address the housing information needs of the construction industry. |
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21-APR-10
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Hanley Wood Market Intelligence is Revolutionizing Housing Market Information with the Launch of Housing IntelligencePro
(Search - Housing Market)
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Hanley Wood Market Intelligence launches Housing IntelligencePro to address the housing information needs of the construction industry. |
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21-APR-10
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Can TIC's Survive in the Existing Real Estate Market?
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In this very dynamic real estate market TIC (Tenant in Common) investors have suffered as the market has weakened. In particular, those real estate investors that joined TIC investments in the last four years, (at the top of the market) are finding that in some locations, high vacancy rates and plunging rental rates are squeezing their cash flow and their ability to pay their mortgages.


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21-APR-10
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Don't Forget Solar, Your Customers Still Want It
(Realty Times)
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It seems that energy efficiency has taken a back seat in the media lately but now that health care has been enacted, look for more coverage as more and more businesses continue to install varying systems and customers demand it from their suppliers.


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21-APR-10
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Stafford cuts its tax rate, schools
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The Stafford County Board of Supervisors voted last night to adopt a real estate tax rate of $1.10 per $100 of assessed property value. That's 2 cents below the board's advertised rate and 4 cents below County Administrator Anthony Romanello's original modified equalized rate of $1.14.... |
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21-APR-10
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Stafford cuts its tax rate, schools
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The Stafford County Board of Supervisors voted last night to adopt a real estate tax rate of $1.10 per $100 of assessed property value. That's 2 cents below the board's advertised rate and 4 cents below County Administrator Anthony Romanello's original modified equalized rate of $1.14.... |
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21-APR-10
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New York Real Estate Market Report, April 12-18
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April 12-18 saw 49 property sales throughout New York's five boroughs, according to real estate site StreetEasy. |
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21-APR-10
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New York Real Estate Market Report, April 12-18
(Search - Real Property Value)
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April 12-18 saw 49 property sales throughout New York's five boroughs, according to real estate site StreetEasy. |
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20-APR-10
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Half of Vancouver Olympic Village social housing may go to market-rate rentals
(Search - Housing Market)
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Vancouver city council is being asked to inject another $32.1 million into affordable housing program in its new Southeast False Creek neighborhood. At the same time, it is considering giving preference for half of the 252 units to health and public safety employees who would pay full market rental rates. |
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20-APR-10
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Commercial real estate market starts to perk up
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The darkest cloud over the economic recovery the troubled commercial real estate market may be clearing a bit. |
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20-APR-10
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Commercial real estate market starts to perk up
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The darkest cloud over the economic recovery the troubled commercial real estate market may be clearing a bit. |
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20-APR-10
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Decline in Pinellas property values will be steeper than expected, appraiser says
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Declines in land values could be steeper than predicted for taxing authorities in Pinellas. |
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20-APR-10
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Assessor candidates answer questions from The Union
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The candidates for Nevada County Assessor recently answered four questions from The Union for publication. The questions and answers from candidates Sue Horne and Rolf Kleinhans are as follows: Editor's note: Assessor candidate Sue Horne co-owns a family business and was formerly a supervisor for District 2. Rolf Kleinhans is an appraiser and real estate broker. Why are you running? Sue Horne ... |
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20-APR-10
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Indiana housing market set for early recovery
(Search - Housing Market)
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The state's housing market is set to turn a corner, contends Alan Thorup, executive director of the Indiana Mortgage Bankers Association. |
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20-APR-10
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Fitch Downgrades Resource Real Estate Funding CDO 2007-1; Assigns Outlooks, LS & RR Ratings
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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NEW YORK----Fitch Ratings has downgraded all classes of Resource Real Estate Funding CDO 2007-1 Ltd./LLC reflecting Fitch's base case loss expectation of 35.9%. Fitch's performance expectation incorporates prospective views regarding commercial real estate market value and cash flow declines. |
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20-APR-10
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Fitch Downgrades Resource Real Estate Funding CDO 2007-1; Assigns Outlooks, LS & RR Ratings
(Search - Real Property Value)
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NEW YORK----Fitch Ratings has downgraded all classes of Resource Real Estate Funding CDO 2007-1 Ltd./LLC reflecting Fitch's base case loss expectation of 35.9%. Fitch's performance expectation incorporates prospective views regarding commercial real estate market value and cash flow declines. |
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20-APR-10
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Fitch Downgrades Marathon Real Estate CDO 2006-1; Assigns Outlooks, LS & RR Ratings
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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NEW YORK----Fitch Ratings has downgraded all classes of Marathon Real Estate CDO 2006-1, Ltd./LLC reflecting Fitch's base case loss expectation of 30.9%. Fitch's performance expectation incorporates prospective views regarding commercial real estate market value and cash flow declines. |
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20-APR-10
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Fitch Downgrades Marathon Real Estate CDO 2006-1; Assigns Outlooks, LS & RR Ratings
(Search - Real Property Value)
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NEW YORK----Fitch Ratings has downgraded all classes of Marathon Real Estate CDO 2006-1, Ltd./LLC reflecting Fitch's base case loss expectation of 30.9%. Fitch's performance expectation incorporates prospective views regarding commercial real estate market value and cash flow declines. |
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20-APR-10
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Housing Market May Not Be That Weak, Shiller Says: Tom Keene
(Search - Housing Market)
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The U.S. housing market may not be as weak as Robert Shiller, co-creator of the S&P/Case-Shiller home price index, described it earlier this month. |
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20-APR-10
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Activists heading to Tallahassee to oppose non judicial foreclosures
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Activists heading to Tallahassee to oppose non judicial foreclosures |
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20-APR-10
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NYC Doorman’s Strike May Make Trash Men of Residents (Update1)
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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April 20 (Bloomberg) -- New Yorkers accustomed to paid staff hauling trash and guarding against strangers wandering into their apartment buildings will have to fend for themselves starting tomorrow if 30,000 workers strike. |
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20-APR-10
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Downtown property surcharge could rise
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Downtown group looks to increase fee on commercial property to keep programs afloat and fund new capital projects City partnership looks to increase fee on commercial property to keep programs afloat and fund new capital projects |
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20-APR-10
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Downtown property surcharge could rise
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Downtown group looks to increase fee on commercial property to keep programs afloat and fund new capital projects City partnership looks to increase fee on commercial property to keep programs afloat and fund new capital projects |
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20-APR-10
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McAleer & Rushe take big hit on property deal
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A Cookstown based construction company looks set to make a loss on a prime London development property after selling it for millions of pounds less than it paid five years ago. Related Stories Ulster Bank pledges £300m to support SMEs Student dips her toes into award success Allstate looking at India to help meet IT skills demand A real reluctance to play footsie Halfway House will cost you a ... |
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20-APR-10
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McAleer & Rushe take big hit on property deal
(Search - Real Property Value)
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A Cookstown based construction company looks set to make a loss on a prime London development property after selling it for millions of pounds less than it paid five years ago. Related Stories Ulster Bank pledges £300m to support SMEs Student dips her toes into award success Allstate looking at India to help meet IT skills demand A real reluctance to play footsie Halfway House will cost you a ... |
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20-APR-10
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Recruiter bags real life dragon as guest of honour at networking club
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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A new business networking club, sponsored by construction recruitment specialist One Way Resourcing which brought together leaders from the property and construction sector, had a real life dragon as its guest of honour in the form of entrepreneur James Caan who gave a presentation to the attendees. |
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20-APR-10
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Recruiter bags real life dragon as guest of honour at networking club
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A new business networking club, sponsored by construction recruitment specialist One Way Resourcing which brought together leaders from the property and construction sector, had a real life dragon as its guest of honour in the form of entrepreneur James Caan who gave a presentation to the attendees. |
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20-APR-10
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Kuwait's property firm to build Dh3.2 b project on Reem Island
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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20 April 2010 ABU DHABI -- Kuwaiti property major National Real Estate Company, or NREC, is expected start construction by year-end on its mega mixed-use project on Sorouh's Reem Island, that would also include Abu Dhabi's second largest shopping mall, a top official said. |
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20-APR-10
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Kuwait's property firm to build Dh3.2 b project on Reem Island
(Search - Real Property Value)
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20 April 2010 ABU DHABI -- Kuwaiti property major National Real Estate Company, or NREC, is expected start construction by year-end on its mega mixed-use project on Sorouh's Reem Island, that would also include Abu Dhabi's second largest shopping mall, a top official said. |
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20-APR-10
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Smart Shopping Tips For Residential Systems
(Realty Times)
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Most homeowners spend more time researching the purchase of a big-screen TV or cell phone than they do replacements for major systems in their home. PJ Wade offers Five Smart Shopping Tips to help you ace your next major purchase in our "buyer beware" marketplace.


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20-APR-10
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Spring Cleaning Tips
(Realty Times)
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It is that time again. It's time to clean out, spruce up, and organize. Here are some great spring cleaning tips.


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20-APR-10
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California Realtors Introduce New Purchase Contract
(Realty Times)
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On April 28, 2010 the California Association of Realtors® (CAR) will release its newest version of the Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA). The RPA has no "official" status in California, but it is unquestionably the most widely used contract in residential real estate transactions throughout the state. It is used by non-Realtor® agents as well as by those who are CAR members.


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20-APR-10
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CalPERS Changes Policy On Real Estate Investing
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The nation's largest pension fund on Monday changed its policy on investing in real estate to balance its socially responsible investment philosophy with its quest for profits. The decision came after the California Public Employees Retirement System, which manages about $210 billion in assets, saw its real estate portfolio lose nearly half of its value from September 2008 to September 2009. As ... |
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20-APR-10
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CalPERS Changes Policy On Real Estate Investing
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The nation's largest pension fund on Monday changed its policy on investing in real estate to balance its socially responsible investment philosophy with its quest for profits. The decision came after the California Public Employees Retirement System, which manages about $210 billion in assets, saw its real estate portfolio lose nearly half of its value from September 2008 to September 2009. As ... |
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20-APR-10
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CalPERS changes policy on real estate investing
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The nation's largest pension fund on Monday changed its policy on investing in real estate to balance its socially responsible investment philosophy with its quest for profits. |
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20-APR-10
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CalPERS changes policy on real estate investing
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The nation's largest pension fund on Monday changed its policy on investing in real estate to balance its socially responsible investment philosophy with its quest for profits. |
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20-APR-10
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Helpful Checklist for Buying a Boca Raton Real Estate Property
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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It’s helpful to come prepared when entering the real estate market. Whether you are selling your home or buying a new one after moving out of your apartment, one way to initially cover your bases is by making a checklist of all the things you need to have before everything else. |
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20-APR-10
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Helpful Checklist for Buying a Boca Raton Real Estate Property
(Search - Real Property Value)
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It’s helpful to come prepared when entering the real estate market. Whether you are selling your home or buying a new one after moving out of your apartment, one way to initially cover your bases is by making a checklist of all the things you need to have before everything else. |
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19-APR-10
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After the bust, prime parcels at cut-rate prices
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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A look at high-profile Los Angeles-area properties whose developers saw their high hopes come crashing down with the real estate market. Scattered around town are some surprisingly valuable vacant lots disguised by weeds or broken blacktop or the remains of an unwanted building -- and many have quietly come to market, thanks to the real estate collapse. |
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19-APR-10
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Utah housing market challenges builders, favors buyers
(Search - Housing Market)
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If hearing is believing, Utah's housing market is in the midst of recovery. Check out all those rebound sounds — nail... |
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19-APR-10
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Reaction To Forbes Ranking Of Denver Housing Market
(Search - Housing Market)
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Following local criticism of a story on the nation's housing market sales, Zillow.com's inventory numbers will no longer be used. |
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19-APR-10
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New mortgage rules kick in amidst hot housing market
(Search - Housing Market)
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Tougher mortgage rules come into effect Monday, though experts say that the incoming changes have done little to cool a thriving national housing market. |
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19-APR-10
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Report: Data Indicates NYC Is Headed Toward a Healthy Housing Market
(Search - Housing Market)
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NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - 04/19/10) - New York City's housing market showed continued signs of recovery in the first quarter of 2010 as the total dollar value of residential real estate sales increased over 63 percent compared to the first quarter of 2009, according to a report released today. The report by ResidentialNYC.com, the public real estate listings Web site of The Real Estate Board ... |
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19-APR-10
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a la mode Expands SureDocs Mortgage e-Signature Service With New Agent and Appraisal Versions, Creating Broadest FHA ...
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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OKLAHOMA CITY, April 19 /PRNewswire/ -- a la mode, inc announced today that its SureDocs e-signature system, which has already been used for nearly four million mortgage document signing events, is being broadened to include market-specific versions for appraisers and real estate agents. More than 100,000 professionals in the mortgage, finance, agent, appraisal, and inspection fields currently ... |
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19-APR-10
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Property sector continues growth
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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The real-estate industry is continuing its growth momentum, as developers have maintained their investment plans despite the political hiccups, according to the Bank of Thailand. |
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19-APR-10
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Property sector continues growth
(Search - Real Property Value)
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The real-estate industry is continuing its growth momentum, as developers have maintained their investment plans despite the political hiccups, according to the Bank of Thailand. |
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19-APR-10
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Property values drop $4 million in Daviess County
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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Apr. 19--The recession finally caught up with Daviess County property values this year. |
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19-APR-10
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Property values drop $4 million in Daviess County
(Search - Real Property Value)
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Apr. 19--The recession finally caught up with Daviess County property values this year. |
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19-APR-10
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Guest Post: How Unicorn Math Made Goldman's CDOs An Excellent Buy
(Search - Real Estate Appraiser)
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Submitted by Ratio How Unicorn Math Made Goldman's CDOs an Excellent Buy Recently, David Fiderer posted an informative piece entitled, “Goldman's Blueprint for Dumping Toxic Assets: How These CDOs Were Designed to Fail” in which he outlines certain mathematical points related to Goldman's wholesale creation of toxic CDOs. While these numbers are solid, in the sense that hindsight has shown them ... |
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19-APR-10
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Price And Choice Boost For Housing Market
(Search - Housing Market)
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The housing market is showing further signs of a spring revival, with both prices and housing supply rising sharply. |
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19-APR-10
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Housing Recovery Dependent on Inventory Reduction According to Fannie Mae's Economic & Mortgage Market Analysis Group
(Search - Housing Market)
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Housing is stabilizing but excess inventory and shadow supply are hindering recovery according to the April 2010 Economic Outlook released today by Fannie Mae's Economics & Mortgage Market Analysis Group. |
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19-APR-10
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Real Estate Outlook: Faster Recovery?
(Realty Times)
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It's been a long time since we've seen the Wall Street Journal run a front-page article suggesting that the national economy appears to be rebounding faster than most analysts forecast.


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19-APR-10
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CA Governor Signs New $10,000 Home Buyer's Credit Bill
(Realty Times)
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California homeowners might be seeing another $10,000 tax credit offer soon. Despite the economic woes of the state, the governor has signed a bill offering this tax credit to home buyers.


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19-APR-10
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FirstService Adds Chicago Market Leader to Rapidly Expanding Commercial Real Estate Services Division
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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TORONTO -- FirstService Corporation today announced that its subsidiary, Colliers International, has acquired a significant ownership interest in Chicago's leading commercial real estate services firm, Colliers Bennett & Kahnweiler establishing an important regional hub in the US Midwest to service its growing portfolio of global and national clients. |
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19-APR-10
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FirstService Adds Chicago Market Leader to Rapidly Expanding Commercial Real Estate Services Division
(Search - Real Property Value)
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TORONTO -- FirstService Corporation today announced that its subsidiary, Colliers International, has acquired a significant ownership interest in Chicago's leading commercial real estate services firm, Colliers Bennett & Kahnweiler establishing an important regional hub in the US Midwest to service its growing portfolio of global and national clients. |
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19-APR-10
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Nomura Sees Value in Dubai Bonds, Recovery in Economy (Update1)
(Search - Mortgage Value)
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“Market pricing of Dubai’s sovereign risk does not reflect current fundamentals, and we therefore recommend exposure either through CDS or government bonds,” Ann Wyman , head of emerging market research Europe at Nomura, wrote in an e-mailed report dated April 16 and received today. |
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19-APR-10
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Nomura Sees Value in Dubai Bonds, Recovery in Economy (Update1)
(Search - Real Property Value)
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“Market pricing of Dubai’s sovereign risk does not reflect current fundamentals, and we therefore recommend exposure either through CDS or government bonds,” Ann Wyman , head of emerging market research Europe at Nomura, wrote in an e-mailed report dated April 16 and received today. |
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19-APR-10
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More joy on housing market as prices up
(Search - Housing Market)
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Monday 19th April 2010, 10:51AM BST. The housing market has shown further signs of a spring revival, with the West Midlands among the pacesetters, according to figures today. |
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19-APR-10
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Council benefits draw ire from some
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Local board members who approve decisions with their community's main spending plans, the school district budget and town budgets, share similar responsibilities and workloads. |
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19-APR-10
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Vail Daily letter: Government taking of my property outside Eagle?
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It has recently been brought to my attention that the currently proposed Eagle Area Master Plan now includes recommendations to effectively "down zone" several small properties including our property located at 1495 Eby Creek Road from its current zoned 2 acre RR (rural residential zoning) to an agricultural 35-acre zoning. When my wife, Julie Stoxen, and I contemplated purchasing this parcel ... |
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19-APR-10
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Vail Daily letter: Government taking of my property outside Eagle?
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It has recently been brought to my attention that the currently proposed Eagle Area Master Plan now includes recommendations to effectively "down zone" several small properties including our property located at 1495 Eby Creek Road from its current zoned 2 acre RR (rural residential zoning) to an agricultural 35-acre zoning. When my wife, Julie Stoxen, and I contemplated purchasing this parcel ... |
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19-APR-10
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Q&A with Assessor candidate Rolf Kleinhans
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Editor's note: Assessor candidate Rolf Kleinhans is a licensed appraiser and real estate broker. Why are you running? The Assessor has one job: Placing a value on your property for the purpose of calculating taxes you pay. I have 25 years of experience in valuing property. The combination of skills, knowledge and experience that I bring to the office of Assessor would allow me to continue and ... |
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19-APR-10
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Q&A with Assessor candidate Rolf Kleinhans
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Editor's note: Assessor candidate Rolf Kleinhans is a licensed appraiser and real estate broker. Why are you running? The Assessor has one job: Placing a value on your property for the purpose of calculating taxes you pay. I have 25 years of experience in valuing property. The combination of skills, knowledge and experience that I bring to the office of Assessor would allow me to continue and ... |
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19-APR-10
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Q&A with Assessor candidate Rolf Kleinhans
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Editor's note: Assessor candidate Rolf Kleinhans is a licensed appraiser and real estate broker. Why are you running? The Assessor has one job: Placing a value on your property for the purpose of calculating taxes you pay. I have 25 years of experience in valuing property. The combination of skills, knowledge and experience that I bring to the office of Assessor would allow me to continue and ... |
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19-APR-10
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Property tax digest may see little change
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Some homeowners hoping for property tax relief may be in for a rude awakening next month when Glynn County releases new property valuations. While a small number of homes will drop in value, resulting in lower tax bills for owners, thousands of parcels won't dip in value at all. |
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19-APR-10
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Property tax digest may see little change
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Some homeowners hoping for property tax relief may be in for a rude awakening next month when Glynn County releases new property valuations. While a small number of homes will drop in value, resulting in lower tax bills for owners, thousands of parcels won't dip in value at all. |
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19-APR-10
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Housing market sees spring revival
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The housing market has showed further signs of a spring revival as asking prices rose by 2.6% over the past month, according to new figures. |
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19-APR-10
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It takes some sweat equity for a successful sale by owner
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If you want to get every possible dollar from the sale of your home this spring, it may be time to stick that "for sale by owner" sign out in the front yard. |
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19-APR-10
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Amy Hoak's Home Economics: Sensible remodels for a flat housing market
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With housing values in the tank and any substantial price appreciation in the distant future, sinking money into a remodeling project is a tough sell for many homeowners now. |
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19-APR-10
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Consolidation a trend in local rental housing market
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With the steady addition of new apartment blocks aimed at Ohio University students – most recently the Summit at Coates Run – the Athens rental market has clearly been changing over the past several years. Keeping track of trends in the rental market is difficult, partly because of changes in record-keeping practices by the city code office over time. Based on rental-permit records from the ... |
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19-APR-10
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UK housing market sees spring revival
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The housing market has showed further signs of a spring revival as asking prices rose by 2.6% over the past month, according to new figures. Related Stories Can women save the pub trade? Republic of Ireland auctions off ‘ghost’ Re-openings give fresh hope to Quinn workers Housing market sees spring revival Quinn Insurance: Irish financial regulator to rule on ban |
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19-APR-10
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UK housing market sees spring revival
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The housing market has showed further signs of a spring revival as asking prices rose by 2.6% over the past month, according to new figures. Related Stories Ulster Bank set to offer car insurance New car sales continue to rise UK house prices bounce back after fall Two Northern Ireland companies lead the way in launching brand new iPad app Housing market sees spring revival |
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19-APR-10
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Runaway housing prices keep investors from realty stocks
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BEIJING - Li Xinran, a 26-year-old investor in Beijing bet three times on A-share property stocks, only to end up with losses as the shares' value continue to decline. |
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19-APR-10
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Runaway housing prices keep investors from realty stocks
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BEIJING - Li Xinran, a 26-year-old investor in Beijing bet three times on A-share property stocks, only to end up with losses as the shares' value continue to decline. |
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18-APR-10
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Housing market sees spring revival
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The housing market has showed further signs of a spring revival as asking prices rose by 2.6% over the past month, according to new figures. Related Stories Clegg to outline £3bn economy plan Government debt level criticised 'Less than half' of Asians to vote Older people 'ignored by society' Neighbours in 'UK female star hunt' |
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18-APR-10
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Home truths of the property market
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Housing is the biggest market in Australia, yet there is no central database that records transactions and prices. |
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18-APR-10
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Home truths on the whys and wherefores of the property market
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HOUSING is the biggest market in Australia and a house is the single largest purchase a person is likely to make in a lifetime. Yet there is no central database that records transactions and prices. |
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18-APR-10
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Property for Industry posts steady 1Q profit
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April 19 (BusinessWire) - Property for Industry, which has a portfolio of 55 industrial properties, reported little-changed first-half profit as rentals rose and the company took one-time adjustments for a drop in the value of interest rate swaps. |
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18-APR-10
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Property for Industry posts steady 1Q profit
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April 19 (BusinessWire) - Property for Industry, which has a portfolio of 55 industrial properties, reported little-changed first-half profit as rentals rose and the company took one-time adjustments for a drop in the value of interest rate swaps. |
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18-APR-10
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Traders see room for a pause in stock market climb
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Goldman Sachs & Co. reminded investors that the stock market can still go down. |
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18-APR-10
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Bernero goes on the offensive at Democratic gubernatorial forum
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Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero went on the attack against his primary opponent House Speaker Andy Dillon today in the first forum with all three Democratic gubernatorial candidates at the Cobo Center. |
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18-APR-10
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Michigan Democrats meet gubernatorial candidates
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Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero went on the attack against his primary opponent House Speaker Andy Dillon today in the first forum with all three Democratic gubernatorial candidates at the Cobo Center. Bernero chided Dillon for being part of the gridlock in Lansing, saying "they're in a different universe there...people are angry about what isn't being done in the state capital." |
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18-APR-10
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Sorouh Gets $1.5 Billion Contract From Government (Update1)
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April 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sorouh Real Estate PJSC , Abu Dhabi’s second-biggest developer by market value, signed an agreement worth 5.4 billion dirhams ($1.5 billion) with the emirate’s government to build homes for Emiratis. |
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18-APR-10
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Sorouh Gets $1.5 Billion Contract From Government (Update1)
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April 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sorouh Real Estate PJSC , Abu Dhabi’s second-biggest developer by market value, signed an agreement worth 5.4 billion dirhams ($1.5 billion) with the emirate’s government to build homes for Emiratis. |
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18-APR-10
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Related Information
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Taxes are Going Up – But by How Much? Income taxes. It seems inevitable that taxes will soon be higher on a number of fronts. |
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18-APR-10
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Local housing market at crossroads
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Like other Clark County real estate agents, Carolyn Crawford says she is selling more houses these days, despite the fierce competition for a smaller pool of finicky buyers. “You need to work harder and smarter” in the persistent buyer’s market, said Crawford, who hires help to get her listings in tip-top condition. She researches for zoning issues and welcomes buyers to open houses with freshly ... |
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18-APR-10
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Economic Preview: Signs of life in zombie housing market?
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Economic data has been so upbeat in the last few days that economists are pondering an almost-unthinkable question: Could there even be signs of life in the zombie housing sector? |
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18-APR-10
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Kuwaiti real estate Q1 deals post slight increase - report
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17 April 2010 KUWAIT -- Real estate deals in Kuwait posted a 12.6-percent increase in the first quarter of this year compared with the same period of 2009, though less than fourth quarter of last year, an economic report said here Saturday. |
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18-APR-10
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Kuwaiti real estate Q1 deals post slight increase - report
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17 April 2010 KUWAIT -- Real estate deals in Kuwait posted a 12.6-percent increase in the first quarter of this year compared with the same period of 2009, though less than fourth quarter of last year, an economic report said here Saturday. |
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18-APR-10
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Utah's housing market: Good time for buyers, but for how long?
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After walking a pair of reporters through the World War II-era brick cottage, Bill Heiner is questioned about whether the... |
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18-APR-10
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Vacation-lot boom's end turns ugly N. Carolina developers fight lawsuits
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — They were lovely weekends, those choreographed sales events at North Carolina's eruption of new coastal and mountain subdivisions during the height of the vacation-lot boom between 2004 and 2006. |
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18-APR-10
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Housing construction points to market recovery
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- There were more signs of a moderate housing recovery Friday as the government reported an increase in construction and building permits. |
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18-APR-10
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A lot of frustration
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — They were lovely weekends, those choreographed sales events at North Carolina’s eruption of new coastal and mountain subdivisions during the height of the vacation-lot boom between 2004 and 2006. |
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18-APR-10
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Hidden inventory will hit NYC home prices
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Just as Big Apple housing prices have started to bounce back -- the median price grew 7.2 percent in the first quarter compared to the previous quarter, according to one large broker -- they may be set up for another hit Although prices are still well off their highs... |
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18-APR-10
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In the shadows
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Just as Big Apple housing prices have started to bounce back -- the median price grew 7.2 percent in the first quarter compared to the previous quarter, according to one large broker -- they may be set up for another hit Although prices are still well off their highs... |
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18-APR-10
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Spring poses key test for St. Louis housing market
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It's spring, the eternal season of rejuvenation. And that has some hoping, at last, for a rebirth of the housing market. It has been a rough two years, with buyers and sellers battered by a wave of foreclosures, tight credit and uncertain job prospects. |
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18-APR-10
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Housing starts up on gains in multi-family sector
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WASHINGTON — Housing construction posted a better-than-expected performance in March, rising to the highest level in 16 months. The gain was due solely to multifamily homes, which account for less than 20 percent of the market. |
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18-APR-10
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Failed N.C. developments have buyers seething, suing
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With demand for their lots at a virtual standstill, many buyers are walking away from their loans. Why? Their land now may be worth only 10 percent of what they owe. |
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18-APR-10
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Judge hikes N. Manheim property's value
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by peter e. bortner A North Manheim Township couple will see their property tax bills rise after a Schuylkill County judge on Friday ordered an increase in the fair market value of their property.In a five-page opinion, Judge John E. Domalakes ruled th |
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18-APR-10
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Judge hikes N. Manheim property's value
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by peter e. bortner A North Manheim Township couple will see their property tax bills rise after a Schuylkill County judge on Friday ordered an increase in the fair market value of their property.In a five-page opinion, Judge John E. Domalakes ruled th |
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18-APR-10
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Assessor candidates debate political role
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Candidates for Marin County assessor-recorder provided a study in contrasts this week, as one said the office is no place for a politician, another said a political vision is critical and a third weighed in somewhere between. |
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18-APR-10
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Wylie alcohol vote stays low-key in Abilene
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It’s quiet. Signs aren’t popping up in yards. No groups have been publicly formed in support or opposition. |
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18-APR-10
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High-priced Key West suddenly has affordable housing
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During the real-estate boom, when dilapidated houses in bad neighborhoods sold for $400,000 in Key West, buying an affordable home was impossible for most of the tropical island's backbone workforce. |
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18-APR-10
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Key West, high-priced paradise, suddenly has affordable housing
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During the real-estate boom, when dilapidated houses in bad neighborhoods sold for $400,000 in Key West, buying an affordable home was impossible for most of the tropical island's backbone workforce. |
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18-APR-10
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Negri to buy property to house students in Morocco
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RABAT – Negri Sembilan plans to buy accommodations for its students here to ease their burden from paying high rent. Mentri Besar Mohamad Hasan said the purchase would be funded jointly by the Negri Sembilan Islamic Religious Council and Mentri Besar Inc. "We will not use the tithe collection. The purchase of real estate is a sound investment as the value will appreciate over time. "In Cairo, an ... |
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18-APR-10
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Negri to buy property to house students in Morocco
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RABAT – Negri Sembilan plans to buy accommodations for its students here to ease their burden from paying high rent. Mentri Besar Mohamad Hasan said the purchase would be funded jointly by the Negri Sembilan Islamic Religious Council and Mentri Besar Inc. "We will not use the tithe collection. The purchase of real estate is a sound investment as the value will appreciate over time. "In Cairo, an ... |
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17-APR-10
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RTO Karachi budget 2010-11 proposals: gain by property seller be brought into tax net
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ISLAMABAD (April 18 2010): Regional Tax Office, Karachi has proposed that a property which has undergone more than one transaction in last five years may attract tax to be collected by the registrar of property from the seller wef fiscal 2010-11. |
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17-APR-10
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RTO Karachi budget 2010-11 proposals: gain by property seller be brought into tax net
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ISLAMABAD (April 18 2010): Regional Tax Office, Karachi has proposed that a property which has undergone more than one transaction in last five years may attract tax to be collected by the registrar of property from the seller wef fiscal 2010-11. |
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17-APR-10
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Property valuation by provincial governments rejected: hiring private firms proposed
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ISLAMABAD (April 18 2010): Some of the Chief Commissioners of Inland Revenue Service have termed the prevalent property benchmark prices notified by the provincial governments as just 20 percent of the real value of the property. |
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17-APR-10
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Property valuation by provincial governments rejected: hiring private firms proposed
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ISLAMABAD (April 18 2010): Some of the Chief Commissioners of Inland Revenue Service have termed the prevalent property benchmark prices notified by the provincial governments as just 20 percent of the real value of the property. |
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17-APR-10
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Lure of easy real-estate money sinks couple
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Lure of easy real-estate money sinks couple |
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17-APR-10
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Lure of easy real-estate money sinks couple
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Lure of easy real-estate money sinks couple |
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17-APR-10
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Forbes challenged over housing market report
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Real estate brokers and economic development officials are scratching their heads over a Forbes.com report that ranked the Denver area among the worst-selling housing markets in the country. |
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17-APR-10
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Forbes challenged over low ranking of Denver housing market
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Real estate brokers and economic development officials are scratching their heads over a Forbes.com report that ranked the Denver area among the worst-selling housing markets in the country. |
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17-APR-10
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More than 1000 people gather for Tax Day Tea Parties in Menifee and Temecula
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UPDATETim 'OLearyValley managing editor More than 1,000 people turned out for TEA Party rallies Thursday in Menifee and Temecula that were part of a nationwide effort to grab attention on tax filing day. Participants at the colorful, noisy gatherings focused on delivering written and verbal volleys that packed a political punch. While the largely-conservative activists said they were pleased ... |
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17-APR-10
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Hundreds gather for Tax Day Tea Party Rallies around town
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17-APR-10
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BR-area home sales see gain in March
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The number of homes sold in the Baton Rouge metro area rose slightly in March, though the first quarter was down 2 percent. The March bright spot is largely due to an increase in Ascension Parish. |
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17-APR-10
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Appraiser’s License Permanently Revoked
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The Tennessee Real Estate Appraiser Commission has permanently revoked the residential appraisal license of Rex McCasland Jr. of Memphis.The board too.... |
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17-APR-10
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Housing market roars back
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Niagara’s home resale market roared back with a vengeance in the first three months of 2010, shaking off the brutal pounding it took after the economy bottomed out last year. |
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17-APR-10
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Rise in housing construction points to upward market trend
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There were more signs of a moderate housing recovery Friday as the government reported an increase in construction and... |
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17-APR-10
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Troubled property propping up sales in Myrtle Beach area
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Real estate sales have been increasing during the past six months, but so have the proportion of short sales or foreclosures. |
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17-APR-10
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Troubled property propping up sales in Myrtle Beach area
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Real estate sales have been increasing during the past six months, but so have the proportion of short sales or foreclosures. |
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17-APR-10
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Troubled property propping up sales
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Real estate sales have been increasing during the past six months, but so have the proportion of short sales or foreclosures. |
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17-APR-10
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Troubled property propping up sales
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Real estate sales have been increasing during the past six months, but so have the proportion of short sales or foreclosures. |
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16-APR-10
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Investing in real estate? Avoid these mistakes
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Last year, about 40 percent of all homes sold were to buyers who were not planning to live in the property as a primary residence. |
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16-APR-10
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Investing in real estate? Avoid these mistakes
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Last year, about 40 percent of all homes sold were to buyers who were not planning to live in the property as a primary residence. |
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16-APR-10
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Chatham IPO Raises $150 Million in Fisher’s Return (Update2)
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April 16 (Bloomberg) -- Chatham Lodging Trust, the hotel- property fund operated by Jeffrey Fisher , became the first U.S. real estate investment trust this year to raise as much as it sought from buyers in its initial public offering. |
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16-APR-10
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Chatham IPO Raises $150 Million in Fisher’s Return (Update2)
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April 16 (Bloomberg) -- Chatham Lodging Trust, the hotel- property fund operated by Jeffrey Fisher , became the first U.S. real estate investment trust this year to raise as much as it sought from buyers in its initial public offering. |
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16-APR-10
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Numbers show housing market improvement
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New hope that the housing market's recovery remains on course. U.S. housing stats rose more than expected last month, to the highest level since November of 2008. |
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16-APR-10
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Madison property values see first decline in 35 years
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There's new evidence that the deep national recession has taken a toll on Madison: the value of all real estate dropped by 3.1 percent for 2010, the first decrease in at least 35 years, according to data released by the city Friday. |
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16-APR-10
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Madison property values see first decline in 35 years
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There's new evidence that the deep national recession has taken a toll on Madison: the value of all real estate dropped by 3.1 percent for 2010, the first decrease in at least 35 years, according to data released by the city Friday. |
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16-APR-10
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QUICK POLL
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DALLAS-Experts at RealShare s Student Housing Conference agree the sector is recession resilient, but warn that decreased property valuations could cause problems for owners and opportunities for investors. |
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16-APR-10
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Property values down yet again
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Property in Monroe County is continuing to lose value, according to the 2010 equalization report adopted Tuesday by the Monroe County Board of Commissioners. |
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16-APR-10
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Property values down yet again
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Property in Monroe County is continuing to lose value, according to the 2010 equalization report adopted Tuesday by the Monroe County Board of Commissioners. |
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16-APR-10
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Real estate market shows signs of life
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While first-quarter 2010 figures apparently reflect a positive trend in Pagosa Country real estate sales, foreclosures remain a dominant force in the market. Nevertheless, at least one local Realtor sees room for early optimism. |
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16-APR-10
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Real estate market shows signs of life
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While first-quarter 2010 figures apparently reflect a positive trend in Pagosa Country real estate sales, foreclosures remain a dominant force in the market. Nevertheless, at least one local Realtor sees room for early optimism. |
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16-APR-10
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NAB executive warns of real estate bubble
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Australian property values seem to know no bounds, house prices keep going up and up, which is great if you already own a home, tragic if you are looking to buy. And the real estate boom may have some sinister consequences, lifting household debt to new levels as we mortgage ourselves to the hilt, and then borrow against the rising value of four walls on our own patch of dirt. Australia is home ... |
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16-APR-10
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NAB executive warns of real estate bubble
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Australian property values seem to know no bounds, house prices keep going up and up, which is great if you already own a home, tragic if you are looking to buy. And the real estate boom may have some sinister consequences, lifting household debt to new levels as we mortgage ourselves to the hilt, and then borrow against the rising value of four walls on our own patch of dirt. Australia is home ... |
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16-APR-10
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Health Care Property Investors, Inc. (HCP) Dividend Stock Analysis
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By Dividend Growth Investor. Health Care Property Investors, Inc. ( HCP ) operates as a real estate investment trust in the United States. The company invests in health care-related properties and provides mortgage financing on health care facilities. This dividend achiever has raised distributions for 24 consecutive years. Read more » » |
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16-APR-10
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Health Care Property Investors, Inc. (HCP) Dividend Stock Analysis
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By Dividend Growth Investor. Health Care Property Investors, Inc. ( HCP ) operates as a real estate investment trust in the United States. The company invests in health care-related properties and provides mortgage financing on health care facilities. This dividend achiever has raised distributions for 24 consecutive years. Read more » » |
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16-APR-10
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Housing Construction Points to Market Recovery
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Housing starts and permits post encouraging March gains but worries about future persist Construction - Real estate - Business - Housing - Residential |
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16-APR-10
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Investcorp Real Estate Closes Mezzanine Loan for Cole I Portfolio
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Investcorp Real Estate, the U.S.-based real estate arm of alternative investment manager Investcorp, today announced its origination of a $16 million mezzanine loan secured by the Cole Credit Property Trust Retail Portfolio I , a 599,209 square foot, 22-property, single-tenant portfolio located in 11 central, eastern and southern states. Â The portfolio is comprised of 21 retail assets and one ... |
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16-APR-10
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Investcorp Real Estate Closes Mezzanine Loan for Cole I Portfolio
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Investcorp Real Estate, the U.S.-based real estate arm of alternative investment manager Investcorp, today announced its origination of a $16 million mezzanine loan secured by the Cole Credit Property Trust Retail Portfolio I , a 599,209 square foot, 22-property, single-tenant portfolio located in 11 central, eastern and southern states. Â The portfolio is comprised of 21 retail assets and one ... |
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16-APR-10
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Housing starts, permits rise in March
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U.S. housing starts rose more than expected in March to their highest level since November 2008 and permits to build new homes scaled a 17-month peak, offering hope the housing market recovery remained on course. |
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16-APR-10
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To Some, Virtual Life Happier Than Real Thing
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Around the world, millions find real value in virtual worlds, offering up their credit cards to create their own avatar in "Wee World," advance their criminal empire in "Mafia World," or explore, interact and travel in a virtual world in Second life. Entropia-dot-com boasts a virtual universe with a real-life cash economy. One user bought a virtual space resort for $100,000. These, and other ... |
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16-APR-10
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To Some, Virtual Life Happier Than Real Thing
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Around the world, millions find real value in virtual worlds, offering up their credit cards to create their own avatar in "Wee World," advance their criminal empire in "Mafia World," or explore, interact and travel in a virtual world in Second life. Entropia-dot-com boasts a virtual universe with a real-life cash economy. One user bought a virtual space resort for $100,000. These, and other ... |
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16-APR-10
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Could Virtual Life Make Some Happier Than the Real Thing?
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Around the world, millions find real value in virtual worlds, offering up their credit cards to create their own avatar in "Wee World," advance their criminal empire in "Mafia World," or explore, interact and travel in a virtual world in Second life. Entropia-dot-com boasts a virtual universe with a real-life cash economy. One user bought a virtual space resort for $100,000. These, and other ... |
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16-APR-10
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Could Virtual Life Make Some Happier Than the Real Thing?
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Around the world, millions find real value in virtual worlds, offering up their credit cards to create their own avatar in "Wee World," advance their criminal empire in "Mafia World," or explore, interact and travel in a virtual world in Second life. Entropia-dot-com boasts a virtual universe with a real-life cash economy. One user bought a virtual space resort for $100,000. These, and other ... |
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16-APR-10
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Governor Perdue announces executive appointments
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ATLANTA, GA – Governor Sonny Perdue announced executive appointments. |
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16-APR-10
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Have a successful home sale by owner
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If you want to get every possible dollar from the sale of your home this spring, it may be time to stick that “for sale by owner” sign out in the front yard. In this difficult economic time, it may be the difference between profit and loss. People who can sell their homes the “for sale by owner” – or FSBO – way essentially are going to save 6 percent of the selling price, the money they would ... |
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16-APR-10
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David Lloyd Expands the Market for Overseas Property Investment and Ownership
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Former tennis ace and entrepreneur David Lloyd, Chairman of David Lloyd Resorts - the worldwide property and vacation specialists - has launched a ground-breaking alternative investment fund and ingenious vehicle designed to facilitate ownership abroad. |
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16-APR-10
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David Lloyd Expands the Market for Overseas Property Investment and Ownership
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Former tennis ace and entrepreneur David Lloyd, Chairman of David Lloyd Resorts - the worldwide property and vacation specialists - has launched a ground-breaking alternative investment fund and ingenious vehicle designed to facilitate ownership abroad. |
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16-APR-10
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Mortgage broker charged in $2.8 million fraud
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A Bethesda man is due in federal district court in Baltimore this afternoon to answer charges that he ripped off lenders, his own relatives and others for more than $2.8 million in a mortgage fraud scheme. |
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16-APR-10
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Builders returning to the devastated Florida housing market
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Florida's homebuilders are daring to put their hard hats back on. |
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16-APR-10
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Southern California Tea Party Rallies
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People turned out for Tea Party rallies across Southern California to protest government spending and federal policies that impact health care, immigration and the cost of energy. |
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16-APR-10
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Mortgage Rates Ease a Bit This Week
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Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 5.07 percent with an average 0.6 point for the week ending April 15, 2010, down from last week when it averaged 5.21 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 4.82 percent.


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16-APR-10
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Remodeling a Home Built Before 1978 Requires a Certified Lead Contractor
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Getting the lead out of your home may be tough to do, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). We've known for a long while now that lead paint is hazardous to our health. Lead paint can be very dangerous to children if they inhale or ingest it. It can cause damage to their brains and nervous systems. However, removing it may be difficult.


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16-APR-10
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Comparing Different Types of Agencies
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Most agents, whether new or experienced, don’t invest enough time evaluating and analyzing companies, owners, and key managers before they commit to a real estate firm.


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16-APR-10
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Value of Hazleton land deal clouded
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HAZLETON – Depending on what figures you believe, the Hazleton Redevelopment Authority either made a really good or bad deal when it sold approximately 277 acres of mine-scarred land to a company that’s working to reclaim the property. |
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16-APR-10
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Value of Hazleton land deal clouded
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HAZLETON – Depending on what figures you believe, the Hazleton Redevelopment Authority either made a really good or bad deal when it sold approximately 277 acres of mine-scarred land to a company that’s working to reclaim the property. |
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16-APR-10
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Chatham IPO Raises $150 Million in Fisher’s Hotel REIT Return
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April 16 (Bloomberg) -- Chatham Lodging Trust, the hotel- property fund operated by Jeffrey Fisher , became the first U.S. real estate investment trust this year to raise as much as it sought from buyers in its initial public offering. |
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16-APR-10
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Chatham IPO Raises $150 Million in Fisher’s Hotel REIT Return
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April 16 (Bloomberg) -- Chatham Lodging Trust, the hotel- property fund operated by Jeffrey Fisher , became the first U.S. real estate investment trust this year to raise as much as it sought from buyers in its initial public offering. |
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16-APR-10
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W.Va. Senate 5
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Democrat incumbent Evan Jenkins will face Democrats John L. Cummings and Scott "Cody" Regan in the Primary Election. |
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16-APR-10
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School board member takes on city councilman in Indiana Senate District 46
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Two experienced public officials — a school board member and a city councilman — are vying to be the Republican nominee in Senate District 46, the seat now held by retiring Democrat Connie Sipes of New Albany. |
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16-APR-10
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China to increase land supply for housing to guide property market
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The Chinese government said Thursday it plans to increase the land supply available for residential property, in a bid to guide the country's runaway property market into more healthy development. China will supply 180,000 hectares of land nationwide to build houses this year, excluding the Tibet Autonomous Region, compared with an area of 76,461 hectares in 2009, the Ministry of Land and ... |
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16-APR-10
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Muskingum Co. Performing Mandatory Real Estate Assessment
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A company out of Dayton will soon begin performing a mandatory real estate assessment. It is required by law that a county reassess its real estate every six years. |
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16-APR-10
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Muskingum Co. Performing Mandatory Real Estate Assessment
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A company out of Dayton will soon begin performing a mandatory real estate assessment. It is required by law that a county reassess its real estate every six years. |
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15-APR-10
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San Francisco Housing Market Tightens; Median Sale Prices Rise
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SAN FRANCISCO----Sales activity in San Francisco’s housing market rebounded during the second half of 2009 and into early 2010, resulting in a significantly tighter housing market from a year ago, according to the most recent Market Focus report released jointly by the Rosen Consulting Group and the San Francisco Association of REALTORS®. |
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15-APR-10
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Chatham Lodging Raises $150 Million in Initial Offer (Update1)
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April 15 (Bloomberg) -- Chatham Lodging Trust, the hotel property trust operated by real-estate investor Jeffrey Fisher , raised $150 million in its initial public offering today. |
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15-APR-10
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Chatham Lodging Raises $150 Million in Initial Offer (Update1)
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April 15 (Bloomberg) -- Chatham Lodging Trust, the hotel property trust operated by real-estate investor Jeffrey Fisher , raised $150 million in its initial public offering today. |
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15-APR-10
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Parade of Homes starting earlier as housing market shows signs of improvement
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Early results are in: Home sales are up. Mortgage numbers are down. And folks who build homes are making one last push to cash in on a federal program that’s helping pump up the market. |
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15-APR-10
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Large farm presentation held in Lena
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Paul Potter narrated a slide presentation on large farms in the area at the Lena Community Hall on Tuesday. A crowd of approximately 60 people were in attendance. |
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15-APR-10
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BR real estate market shows improvement
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It’s been a tough couple of years for nearly every aspect of the real estate market in Baton Rouge, but many sectors are showing signs that things could be getting better. |
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15-APR-10
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BR real estate market showing improvement
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It’s been a tough couple of years for nearly every aspect of the real estate market in Baton Rouge, but many sectors are showing signs that things could be getting better. |
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15-APR-10
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Latest HouseHunt Survey Finds Evidence That U.S. Housing Market Has Bottomed
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RISMEDIA, April 16, 2010—Strong evidence that the market has bottomed and that a more balanced housing market is emerging in many parts of the U.S. can be found in the latest HouseHunt Current Market Conditions survey data reported during the… |
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15-APR-10
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Top 10 Tips for Staging a Home
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Setting the stage to sell your home requires a well-scripted, room-by-room action plan. Here are some lights, camera and action from HGTV's FrontDoor.com.


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15-APR-10
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The 'Magic' is Returning to Orlando
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Peter L. Mosca, host of Income Property Investment Talk dot com, shares an excerpt of his interview with Lenny L. Layland, founder and GM of Invest Orlando; and Steven Moreira, CCIM, founder and owner of Magic Financial Services.


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15-APR-10
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Del Mar Mesa board hears county treasurer’s property tax report, possible refunds
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County Treasurer and Tax Collector Dan McAllister held the Mesa planning board in rapt attention at its April 8 meeting, explaining the local economy and property taxes for fiscal year 2009 - 2010. They were curious about the white binder McAllister passed around listing “Unclaimed Property Tax Refunds,” updated April 1, 2010. McAllister also explained that property tax discounts might be ... |
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15-APR-10
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Del Mar Mesa board hears county treasurer’s property tax report, possible refunds
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County Treasurer and Tax Collector Dan McAllister held the Mesa planning board in rapt attention at its April 8 meeting, explaining the local economy and property taxes for fiscal year 2009 - 2010. They were curious about the white binder McAllister passed around listing “Unclaimed Property Tax Refunds,” updated April 1, 2010. McAllister also explained that property tax discounts might be ... |
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15-APR-10
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Real estate investment sales jump 18 times to S$4.87b in Q1: CBRE
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SINGAPORE : Property consultancy CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) said on Thursday total investment sales in the real estate sector grew to a whopping S$4.87 billion in the first quarter this year. |
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15-APR-10
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Real estate investment sales jump 18 times to S$4.87b in Q1: CBRE
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SINGAPORE : Property consultancy CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) said on Thursday total investment sales in the real estate sector grew to a whopping S$4.87 billion in the first quarter this year. |
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15-APR-10
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San Diego area housing market surges higher in March
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Apr. 15--More evidence emerged Wednesday that the region's housing market is climbing out of its deep recession, with values increasing in March from Del Mar through Riverside County. |
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15-APR-10
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Is China another real estate bubble?
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It may be the world's last real estate bubble, one that is still inflating rapidly. And its end could become the "pop" heard 'round the world. |
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15-APR-10
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Is China another real estate bubble?
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It may be the world's last real estate bubble, one that is still inflating rapidly. And its end could become the "pop" heard 'round the world. |
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15-APR-10
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N.H. housing market improves in 1st quarter
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Is New Hampshire's housing market bouncing back? The state Association of Realtors is cautiously optimistic since both home sales and selling prices improved in the first quarter. |
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15-APR-10
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(AFX UK Focus) 2010-04-15 12:35 Europe Q1 property investments up yr-on-yr -CBRE
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