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Easy-to-use IDX Search Tools Create the Most Simplistic and Time Efficient Real Estate Search on the Web
EUGENE, ORE. – Westlund Real Estate's very own Kristen Westlund h as chosen to conjoin with the elite rank of real estate professionals employing IDX, Inc. to modernize their search functions of their websites, giving them an advantage over their competition. (Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:25:25 GMT)

(AFX UK Focus) 2009-12-16 21:09 Life insurers cushioned on comm real estate-Moody's
NEW YORK, Dec 16 (Reuters) - U.S. life insurers could post commercial real estate losses of up to $11 billion over the next three years, but will not be hit as badly as banks and other investors, Moody's Investors Service said on Wednesday. While the losses -- estimated to be between $9 billion and $11 billion -- will likely "dampen" earnings, Moody's said it was unlikely to result in many ... (Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:12:59 GMT)

Calloway Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Issuance of $100 Million of Trust Units and Convertible Unsecured ...
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Dec. 16, 2009) - MEDIA RELEASE IS NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES OR OVER UNITED STATES WIRE SERVICES Calloway Real Estate Investment Trust ("Calloway") (TSX:CWT.UN) announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell, to a syndicate of underwriters led by CIBC, on a bought deal basis, a combination of $60 million principal amount 5.75% convertible ... (Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:27:18 GMT)

Real Estate
Purchasing a home is one of the biggest investments a person will ever make. Learn about real estate and other aspects of the housing market. (Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:25:56 GMT)

Using the Equity of Your Aventura Real Estate Home
The equity is the part of your Aventura real estate property that you own. You build equity as you pay mortgage payments and place money on the principal amount of the loan. Equity also increases when the value of your home appreciates. So what does this all have to do with your finances? (Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:31:24 GMT)

December 2009 Market Status Of Miami Beach Real Estate
Investing in a property in Miami Beach real estate is a grand idea -- dozens of luxurious properties can be your own special vacation home, a profitable rental property that caters to tourists and vacationers; or hold on to it to be sold later when the prices are at its peak. (Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:37:27 GMT)

Quick and Easy Financing Tips for Your Coral Gables Real Estate Property
When you're purchasing a Coral Gables real estate property, you have to start with finding the property. Naturally, financing comes next. This is one of the most crucial parts of buying a home. There are simply plenty of things you need to consider in order to make this step correctly. (Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:02:26 GMT)

Real Estate Shows Signs of Stabilization
Encouraging news continues to filter through regarding Central Oregon’s volatile residential real estate market, with a new industry report indicating potential progress towards stabilization – though public confidence continues to be the wild card. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:11:56 GMT)

Luxury Condo Sales Could Bode Well For Real Estate Market
Sales at a luxury condo development in Boca Raton could signal improving conditions for all of real estate. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:23:49 GMT)

The IRS War Against Real Estate Investors
The IRS is conducting a sweep of real estate investors that challenges deductions investors have been taking as a routine part of business for years. The sweep is based on an IRS belief that there is a “compliance gap” in this area. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 06:05:35 GMT)

Bob Shallit: State lease policy riled real estate circle -- but it was just a rumor
Call this a big false alarm. Rumors swirled this week that the state was adopting a new policy allowing agencies and departments to opt out of their real estate leasing commitments in the event of a budget shortfall. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 06:21:03 GMT)

Evonik Plans IPO for Real-Estate Unit, FT Deutschland Reports
Dec. 17 (Bloomberg) -- Evonik Industries AG plans an initial public offering for its real-estate unit and intends to sell part of its energy business to focus on specialty chemicals, the Financial Times Deutschland reported, without citing the source of the information. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 06:40:10 GMT)

Tamaqua real estate taxes to increase 2 mills
Tamaqua Borough Council adopted an $8.9 million budget for next year that increases real estate taxes by 2 mills, though the borough's mayor said he likely will use his veto power and push for changes. The tax rate for general purposes will be 16.75 mill (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:12:26 GMT)

Fleischl celebrates 30 years in Galt real estate
Realtors awards and plaques honoring her for her community service adorn Megan Fleischl’s workspace. There have been many changes in the real estate profession in the past 30 years. Computers, the Internet and fax machines have all changed the way business is done. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:51:18 GMT)

Real estate sales trend improves in October
Real estate sales volume in Baxter and Marion counties was up 35.9 percent in October by comparison to October 2008, but still slightly off sales for the year at the end of October. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 11:15:14 GMT)

Man faces charges in real estate scam
A man charged with defrauding Ypsilanti Township residents of more than $700,000 in an elaborate real estate scheme is scheduled to appear in Washtenaw County District Court this week for a preliminary hearing. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:18:29 GMT)

H&R Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Agreement to Redeem the Fairfax Warrants and a $150MM Convertible Unsecured ...
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Dec. 17, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW. H&R Real Estate Investment Trust ("H&R") (TSX:HR.UN)(TSX:HR.DB)(TSX:HR.DB.B) is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive agreement that provides H&R with ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:11:01 GMT)

Evonik to Focus on Specialty Chemicals; Plans Real Estate Sale
Dec. 17 (Bloomberg) -- Evonik Industries AG will focus on the specialty chemicals business to spur growth by selling shares in the real estate division and seeking a partner for its energy unit. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:25:28 GMT)

The Legacy Companies Expands with Two New Principals: Real Estate Veterans John Griswold and Phil Anderson
ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- The Legacy Companies, a specialized real estate investment and advisory services group, announced today the appointments of John A. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:13:02 GMT)

McCullen Real Estate
If you need to buy or sell Real Estate in Clinton, NC, McCullen is the one to call (910/592-3703). Offering Farm Land, Commercial Property, Residential Homes and Appraisal Development. Our 35 years experience makes McCullen the one for you. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:24:52 GMT)

Real Estate Chat with Ron and Matt
Ron and Matt Phipps of Phipps Realty joined us live for an intimate chat with viewers in regards to the local housing market. Viewers were able to ask their questions and share their opinions on anything related real estate. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:40:58 GMT)

CalPERS Reviewing Consultants After Real Estate, Private Equity Losses
The investment portfolio of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) is showing signs of steady growth except in the areas of commercial real estate and private equity. At the same time, 2010 may prove to offer fertile opportunity... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:57:02 GMT)

REAL ESTATE: Palo Alto home sells for $1.4 million
A house on Holly Oak Drive in Palo Alto sold for $1.43 million on Nov. 24, 2009. The home previously sold for $662,000 in September 1998. Palo Alto Online's real estate website features a listing of homes sold in Palo Alto and surrounding cities. Visit [http://www.paloaltoonline.com/re PaloAltoOnline.com/real_estate] for a map of homes for sale, real estate ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:04:11 GMT)

Reforming FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980) Would Ease Pressure on Commercial Real Estate ...
WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980 (FIRPTA) is an outdated U.S. tax law that discourages non-U.S. investors from investing in U.S. commercial real estate, harms the U.S. economy and needs to be reformed, according to a new report by two leading economists who served on the White House Council of Economic Advisers under different ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:06:00 GMT)

A Tour of Glenn Beck's Former Fortress of Crazitude [Real Estate Porn]
He may be tops with the teabaggers but the professional maniac's is at the bottom of the real estate market. He paid $4.2 million for the New Canaan, Connecticut, estate in 2005. But he's now willing... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:34:26 GMT)

Man faces charges in real estate scam
A man charged with defrauding Ypsilanti Township residents of more than $700,000 in an elaborate real estate scheme is scheduled to appear in Washtenaw County District Court this week for a preliminary hearing. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:17:18 GMT)

REAL ESTATE
Residential real estate In this section you can find different offers on residential real estate from the leading real estate agencies: Apartments for all tastes: standard to luxurious, short or long terms. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:39:54 GMT)

REAL ESTATE CATALOGUE
In the nearest issue you will find the latest data on commercial, residential and trade premises in St. Petersburg. Fresh information about state of real estate market, tips from the leading consulting companies and much more! (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:41:45 GMT)

Miami Commercial Real Estate is Abundant with CRE Options
The Miami commercial real estate market offers plenty of property options for both starting marketers and seasoned investors. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 22:16:23 GMT)

Know the Several Types of Lenders When Buying a Key Biscayne Real Estate Home
Lenders are probably the most read word in a real estate article. But do you really know who these people are? Especially if you're a first-time Key Biscayne real estate homebuyer, for instance, knowing who you could turn to for financing is critically important. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 22:37:57 GMT)

King Kullen Names Real Estate Director
King Kullen Grocery Co. here said Thursday that James Ashley (AJ) Johnston has been appointed director of real estate, a new position at the retailer. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 22:59:22 GMT)

King Kullen Hires Director of Real Estate
King Kullen Grocery Co., Inc. has hired James Ashley “A.J.” Johnston to be its director of real estate. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 02:12:45 GMT)

Poly Real Estate Drops for 9th Day, China Property Stocks Slump
Dec. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Poly Real Estate Group Co. shares dropped for the ninth day in Shanghai trading, declining 3.26 percent to 22.88 yuan at 9:48 a.m. local time. The slump is the longest losing streak since the company listed in 2006. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:45:21 GMT)

Real estate watch, 12/18/09
Statistics for recent real estate transactions in the Casa Grande Valley. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:51:55 GMT)

Investing a Miami Real Estate Property
One of the best ways to do with your financial earnings after your retirement is to invest it with real estate. Though there is economic hardship, there are still many people who are trying to search potential property to invest. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:54:35 GMT)

Brookfield Real Estate Services Fund Announces Special Year-End Distribution
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - 12/18/09) - Brookfield Real Estate Services Fund (the "Fund") (TSX: BRE.UN - News ) announced today a special cash distribution for 2009 of $0.04 per unit payable January 29, 2010, to unitholders of record on December 31, 2009. The special distribution is being declared because the Fund expects that taxable income generated in 2009 will exceed the aggregate ... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMT)

Brookfield Real Estate Services Fund Announces Special Year-End Distribution
TORONTO, ONTARIO-- - Brookfield Real Estate Services Fund announced today a special cash distribution for 2009 of $0.04 per unit payable January 29, 2010, to unitholders of record on December 31, 2009. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:10 GMT)

Brookfield Real Estate Services Fund Announces Special Year-End Distribution
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Dec. 18, 2009) - Brookfield Real Estate Services Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:BRE.UN) announced today a special cash distribution for 2009 of $0.04 per unit payable January 29, 2010, to unitholders of record on December 31, 2009. The special distribution is being declared because the Fund expects that taxable income generated in 2009 will exceed the aggregate monthly ... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:11:57 GMT)

Man faces charges in real estate scam
A man charged with defrauding Ypsilanti Township residents of more than $700,000 in an elaborate real estate scheme is scheduled to appear in Washtenaw County District Court this week for a preliminary hearing. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:31:58 GMT)

Real estate official says now is time to sell
Shane Wright has a message for people looking to sell their home: Now is the time to do it. Wright, a project manager with Real Estate Equities Development, spoke to about 20 people Thursday at Village Cooperative retirement community about prospects in the housing market. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:47:52 GMT)

Global Real Estate: A Tougher Market
Anyone considering an investment in international real estate today is bound to do so with at least a twinge of regret. After a dismal year, the S&P Global Property Index has more than doubled from its Mar. 9 low, and it seems everyone has already cashed in. Among the 44 mutual funds and half-dozen exchange-traded funds (ETFs) invested globally, "The returns are really gaudy for the year," says ... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:08:41 GMT)

International Real Estate: The Lay of the Land
Dozens of mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) invest in global real estate. Here are five smart options for investors looking at property markets around the world (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:08:41 GMT)

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust Announces Completion of Acquisition of Four Retail Properties in Canada
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Dec. 18, 2009) - RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) ("RioCan") today announced that it has completed the acquisition of four retail properties totaling approximately 1.2 million square feet, as previously announced on December 1, 2009. Three of the four properties are anchored by Walmart, which represents 54% of the occupied space by gross leasable ... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:56:31 GMT)

Man faces charges in real estate scam
A man charged with defrauding Ypsilanti Township residents of more than $700,000 in an elaborate real estate scheme is scheduled to appear in Washtenaw County District Court this week for a preliminary hearing. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:31:58 GMT)

Judge: Ex-DPS lawyer must cooperate in real estate probe
Detroit -- A Wayne County Circuit Court judge ruled today that Detroit Public Schools' emergency financial manager has the authority to waive attorney-client privilege, paving the way for the district's former attorney to participate in an investigation into questionable real estate dealings. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:45:55 GMT)

Robert Bobb plans private meeting with Farbman Group over DPS real estate deals
Detroit Public Schools Emergency Financial Manager Robert Bobb has relented on the topic of public hearings related to past real estate transactions and agreed to hold a private meeting with members of the Southfield-based Farbman... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:15:35 GMT)

Real estate market spikes in November
With average home prices close to $100,000 lower than this time last year, Powell River’s real estate market continued at a torrid pace in November. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:00:23 GMT)

BRENNER REAL ESTATE GROUP REPORTS FIVE MELBOURNE TRANSACTIONS
MELBOURNE , FL – Brenner Real Estate Group , a full service commercial real estate firm based in Fort Lauderdale with offices in Melbourne , FL at 6767 N. Wickham Rd., #400, has announced lease renewals and expansions in Melbourne. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 19:08:39 GMT)

Commercial Real Estate Expected to Be in Long Rut, Study Finds
U.S. commercial real estate faces a long, slow road to recovery that is more than a year away for most types of property, with Washington policy-makers increasingly pulling the strings that affect prices, according to a survey commissioned by PricewaterhouseCoopers. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:05:29 GMT)

EXCLUSIVE: Geithner, Real Estate Execs Held Meeting on Industry Woes
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner met Tuesday with about a dozen commercial real estate industry executives and lobbyists to discuss the industry’s continuing problems in the weak economy, sources familiar with the session told FOX Business. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:20:29 GMT)

Bobb to meet privately about past real estate deal
Robert Bobb, the emergency financial manager for Detroit Public Schools, has agreed to have a private meeting with representatives of the Farbman Group to discuss past real-estate transactions between the group and the district. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:36:23 GMT)

Open House? Google Has Also Been Eying Trulia in Real Estate Search Play
Please see this disclosure related to me and Google. According to sources close to the situation, along with its pending bid effort for Yelp, Google has been in on-again, off-again acquisition talks with Trulia, the real estate search engine. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:51:46 GMT)

Renovation for Real Estate
The Chronicle, in partnership with real estate data firm BlockShopper.com, introduces a new and improved Real Estate section today. In addition to our most popular features, we will offer more local content about the housing and rental... Real Estate - United States - Business - Services - Law (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:14:59 GMT)

Leo Wells of Wells Real Estate Funds Named to Hall of Distinction
ATLANTA – Leo Wells, president and founder of Wells Real Estate Funds, was inducted Thursday into the Hall of Distinction by the Southeastern chapter of the Real Estate Investment Advisory Council and Georgia State University. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:36:50 GMT)

Geithner, Real Estate Execs Held Meeting on Industry Woes
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner met Tuesday with about a dozen commercial real estate industry executives and lobbyists to discuss the industry’s continuing problems in the weak economy, sourc... (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 03:25:29 GMT)

Veteran Austin high-tech real estate broker is selling his firm
Veteran Austin high-tech real estate broker is selling his firm (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 03:55:40 GMT)

Real estate news briefs
NORWALK, Conn. — Larry Hussey, of The Gove Group Real Estate LLC, was accepted as a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network, the most prestigious of all industry achievements. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 07:07:04 GMT)

Ex-real estate broker admits thefts; sentencing next month
WORCESTER - A former real estate broker is to be sentenced next month after admitting in court yesterday that she stole more than $65,000 from several clients. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:26:54 GMT)

Collier Real Estate Transactions from Nov. 23 - 25, 2009
Collier Real Estate Transactions reported by the Collier County Property Appraisers Office from Nov. 23 - 25, 2009. Click on link at left to view the entire list of sales. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT)

Ex-real estate broker admits thefts; sentencing next month
WORCESTER - A former real estate broker is to be sentenced next month after admitting in court yesterday that she stole more than $65,000 from several clients. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:26:25 GMT)

Jefferson beefs up its Web site with real estate info
JEFFERSON -- The township has created a new link on its Web site that will allow residents to find property information, including real estate sale prices, more easily. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:02:51 GMT)

Tehama County real estate license stripped
A Tehama County real estate salesman has been stripped of his license after a court ruled he had deceived a number of North State residents by representing himself as a broker and failing to document a number of private loans. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:29:48 GMT)

Make Your Miami Commercial Real Estate Investments Work
The most important factor to consider in investing in Miami commercial real estate is profitability. If you are planning to finance an investment, it is only natural to expect something in return. But starting investors oftentimes commit costly mistakes that harm the progress of their ventures. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:53:16 GMT)

Real estate giant Howard Hanna vibrant, aggressive
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Inc. has a war chest approaching $50 million, and wields it in a tough economy — which makes it a buyers' market for acquirers like Hanna. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 19:21:31 GMT)

Engel & Volkers real-estate expands into Manalapan, enhances international scope
Last November, Sheri and Paul Reback established their first Engel & Volkers real estate office in North Palm Beach. They followed with an island office, on Peruvian Avenue, in April. This month, the Rebacks have opened a Manalapan office to handle properties from South Palm Beach to Delray Beach. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 19:28:26 GMT)

Tehama County real estate license stripped
A Tehama County real estate salesman has been stripped of his license after a court ruled he had deceived a number of North State residents by representing himself as a broker and failing to document a number of private loans. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 23:14:17 GMT)

Las Cruces real estate market offers mixed picture
LAS CRUCES - The signs are mixed for the real estate industry, but Chuck Olson, president of the Las Cruces Association of Realtors, said real estate professionals and their clients both need to be realistic in their outlook for 2010. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:39:57 GMT)

Eastday-Govt fights to reel in real estate prices
China vowed on Friday to build 1.8 million low-rent homes and 1.3 million low-priced houses next year in a bid to curb rocketing house prices. Beijing will also tighten land purchase rules to prevent hoarding, which also drives up the price of real estate. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 02:34:45 GMT)

Real estate needs legal framework for sustained growth
HCM CITY — Viet Nam’s real estate market has bottomed out and will continue to grow and attract investors, but further improvements to its legal and financial frameworks are needed to ensure the growth is sustainable, experts say. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 02:49:20 GMT)

Commercial real estate on shaky foundation
Optimism about a national economic recovery, fueled by rising stock prices and an improved residential real estate market, is tempered by the widespread belief that a raft of commercial real estate loan defaults is just around the corner. Fears of a... Real estate - Commercial property - Business - United States - Services (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:59:59 GMT)

Wilkins joins real estate group to north
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Wilkins & Associates has joined the Greater Wilkes-Barre Association of Realtors in the wake of its purchase of Liberty Real Estate. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 05:14:21 GMT)

enTrust and Title launches real estate title conveyance services as neutral third party in UAE
"The operating principle of enTrust and Title group of companies is to provide complete transparency, simplicity, speed and security in any real estate transaction by acting as a neutral third party intermediary." (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 05:35:37 GMT)

Business real estate stuck in vicious circle
A vicious circle has all but shut down commercial real estate activity in Wichita. Commercial credit has dried up and property values are plummeting, making deals difficult, if not impossible. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 06:08:15 GMT)

Real estate info sessions
Vernon Each Wednesday evening in January, at Penny’s Market and Deli, located on the corner of Route 517 and Vernon crossing road in Vernon Township, realtor Loretta Chiapperino will host a real estate information session. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 07:43:41 GMT)

Real estate investors unite to improve process
Rodd Phillips of southwest Denver quit a part-time job loading trucks for UPS to be a full-time real estate investor. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 08:03:50 GMT)

Commercial real estate on shaky foundation
Optimism about a national economic recovery, fueled by rising stock prices and an improved residential real estate market, is tempered by the widespread belief that a raft of commercial real estate loan defaults is just around the corner. Fears of a... Real estate - Commercial property - Business - United States - Services (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 08:48:00 GMT)

Renovation for Real Estate
The Chronicle, in partnership with real estate data firm BlockShopper.com, introduces a new and improved Real Estate section today. In addition to our most popular features, we will offer more local content about the housing and rental... Real Estate - Law - United States - Business - Services (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 08:48:10 GMT)

This week's real estate transfers
Real estate transfers originate from public records compiled by the county clerk of each county. Transfers appearing in This Week are supplied by Superior Information Services of Trenton, which collects the city, address, buyer names, selling price and seller information. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 09:33:06 GMT)

How is our local real estate market compared to other regions?
It may be of interest to see how our local residential real estate market has fared during these difficult economic times compared to other areas near to us. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 09:36:49 GMT)

Man faces charges in real estate scam
A man charged with defrauding Ypsilanti Township residents of more than $700,000 in an elaborate real estate scheme is scheduled to appear in Washtenaw County District Court this week for a preliminary hearing. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 13:01:49 GMT)

This week's real estate transfers
Real estate transfers originate from public records compiled by the county clerk of each county. Transfers appearing in This Week are supplied by Superior Information Services of Trenton, which collects the city, address, buyer names, selling price and seller information. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:10:16 GMT)

As Seen on TV – In Reality, Are Those Real Estate Shows Really Fake?
RISMEDIA, December 21, 2009—(MCT)—Flip on your television and tune into HGTV's "House Hunters," and you might see yet another set of Chicago homebuyers and a local real estate agent in action. The popular cable TV program seems to like the local real estate market; it's certainly been featured before. And with ... (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:19:03 GMT)

The Hindu Business Line : Real estate firms turning to top B-Schools
With demand no longer driving the real estate sector, developers are turning to top management institutes to ‘improve and look at the future.' (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:24:43 GMT)

Top 10 real estate debacles 2009
Editor's Note: China's real estate industry returned to a climbing trend and eventually reached a new high despite the worst global financial crisis in decades. While the prosperous market may have bloomed for some, for others the notion of a dream home became a living nightmare. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 22:20:23 GMT)

This week's real estate transfers
Real estate transfers originate from public records compiled by the county clerk of each county. Transfers appearing in This Week are supplied by Superior Information Services of Trenton, which collects the city, address, buyer names, selling price and seller information. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:56:53 GMT)

Broadway Real Estate
Like to keep track of what show is booked into which Broadway theatre? If so, then you will particularly enjoy Playbill.com's newest feature, Broadway Real Estate, which will be updated periodically. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 05:19:54 GMT)

Investable real estate universe in emerging markets to exceed USD 11 trillion by 2020
The investable real estate assets universe is expected to cross USD 11 trillion by 2020, with emerging markets, especially in the developing Asia and Middle East region remaining attractive due to stable economic fundamentals and foreign investment levels, according to CBRE Investors Data. Regional governments are also focusing on supporting the FDI environment by strengthening their financial ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 07:50:41 GMT)

This week's real estate transfers
Real estate transfers originate from public records compiled by the county clerk of each county. Transfers appearing in This Week are supplied by Superior Information Services of Trenton, which collects the city, address, buyer names, selling price and seller information. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:25:31 GMT)

Investors return to buying N.J. real estate
Jason Lewis thinks it’s a great time to buy real estate in Newark. So great, the investor has bought about 15 properties in and around the state’s largest city, and he expects to make a ton of money on them.... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 10:28:08 GMT)

EU temporary approval for help to Hypo Real Estate
European Union regulators gave temporary approval Monday for the German government to give euro18 billion in loan guarantees to German lender Hypo Real Estate to help it cover urgent liquidity needs. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:18:25 GMT)

EU temporary approval for help to Hypo Real Estate
EU gives temporary approval for euro18 billion guarantees for German lender Hypo Real Estate (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:36:03 GMT)

EU temporary approval for help to Hypo Real Estate
European Union regulators gave temporary approval Monday for the German government to give €18 billion in loan guarantees to German lender Hypo Real Estate to help it cover urgent liquidity needs. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:51:29 GMT)

EU temporary approval for help to Hypo Real Estate
European Union regulators gave temporary approval Monday for the German government to give euro18 billion in loan guarantees to German lender Hypo Real Estate to help it cover urgent liquidity needs. The European Commission last month extended a probe into... European Commission - European Union - Government - Multilateral - Hypo Real Estate (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:59:59 GMT)

EU gives temporary approval for euro18 billion guarantees for German lender Hypo Real Estate
BRUSSELS - European Union regulators gave temporary approval Monday for the German government to give euro18 billion in loan guarantees to German lender Hypo Real Estate to help it cover urgent liqui... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:23:02 GMT)

Man faces charges in real estate scam
A man charged with defrauding Ypsilanti Township residents of more than $700,000 in an elaborate real estate scheme is scheduled to appear in Washtenaw County District Court this week for a preliminary hearing. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:14:02 GMT)

Niagara County Real Estate Transactions
Following are real estate transactions over $5,000 as listed in records of the Niagara County clerk's office for the week ending Nov. 6. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:01:30 GMT)

Erie County Real Estate Transactions
Following are real estate transactions over $5,000 as listed in records of the Erie County clerk's office for the week ending Nov. 6. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:01:54 GMT)

Leo Wells of Wells Real Estate Funds Named to Hall of Distinction
ATLANTA – Leo Wells, president and founder of Wells Real Estate Funds, was inducted Thursday into the Hall of Distinction by the Southeastern chapter of the Real Estate Investment Advisory Council and Georgia State University. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:40:31 GMT)

Hypo Real Estate Receives Extension of Financial Aid (Update1)
Dec. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Hypo Real Estate Holding AG , the German commercial-property and public-finance lender taken over by the government, said Germany’s Soffin bank-rescue fund and financial institutions agreed to extend an existing financial rescue package by a year. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:25:07 GMT)

Real (estate) indicator: Port Royal home sells for $9.5 million
Last week, Naples Area Board of Realtors reported that the sales of high-end homes are starting to pick up.Friday there was more evidence of such when a 6,406-square-foot, waterfront single-family home in Port Royal sold for $9,560,000Mark Weber, real estate broker and owner of Whitesands Realty, said the home sold for about 20 percent less than the original list price.“Clients in the higher-end ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:17:00 GMT)

CPPIB sees opportunity in global real estate
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, which bought a troubled Scottish shopping mall on Monday, said more high-quality real estate would likely come available in key markets in the coming year. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:32:00 GMT)

REAL ESTATE
Residential real estate In this section you can find different offers on residential real estate from the leading real estate agencies: Apartments for all tastes: standard to luxurious, short or long terms. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:39:13 GMT)

REAL ESTATE CATALOGUE
In the nearest issue you will find the latest data on commercial, residential and trade premises in St. Petersburg. Fresh information about state of real estate market, tips from the leading consulting companies and much more! (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:41:04 GMT)

China’s Stocks Drop; Poly Real Estate, Developers Lead Decline
Dec. 22 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks fell, led by developers, on concern the government will step up measures to curb property speculation. Poly Real Estate Group Co. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:06:15 GMT)

China’s Stocks Decline; Poly Real Estate, Developers Slump
Dec. 22 (Bloomberg) -- China’s stocks fell, led by developers, on concern government measures to curb property speculation may damp economic growth. Poly Real Estate Group Co. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:46:56 GMT)

Fillmore Real Estate annual toy drive
Ebeneezer who? The borough’s underprivileged youngsters were in for a bright holiday season, thanks to the big-hearted efforts of Fillmore Real Estate, which launched its annual toy drive for the Salvation Army.Realtors and staffers at the corporate ... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:55:54 GMT)

This week's real estate transfers
Real estate transfers originate from public records compiled by the county clerk of each county. Transfers appearing in This Week are supplied by Superior Information Services of Trenton, which collects the city, address, buyer names, selling price and seller information. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 04:11:42 GMT)

Provinces to pick up in 2010 - real estate expert
Property prices in provincial and coastal areas will pick up in 2010, says the head of a national real estate company.Prices will firm as rural export revenues improve, interest rates remain low and demand returns for holiday... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 05:05:38 GMT)

The Inland Real Estate Group Of Companies, Inc. Acquires Merrimack, N.H. Shopping Center For $9.7 M
The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc. announced today that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Merrimack Village Center, an 82,292 square foot grocery-anchored retail center located in Merrimack, N.H. The property was purchased on behalf of one of The Inland Real Estate Group's non-traded real estate investment trusts, Inland Diversified Real Estate Trust, Inc. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:07:39 GMT)

Parker: Denver real estate broker buys cigar shop
When longtime Denver real estate broker David Engleberg watched the market going up in smoke, he turned the misfortune into his next careercigar-shop owner. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:12:26 GMT)

Colorado Real Estate Commission seeks injuction against property manager
The Colorado Real Estate Commission has filed for a preliminary and permanent injunction against Mile High Management, a day after 9Wants to Know aired its investigation into the company. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:13:37 GMT)

Seeking capital for real estate projects
VietNamNet Bridge – Experts have been called on to set up a legal framework to call for capital for real estate projects, or Vietnam will never be able to meet the demand for accommodation. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:50:11 GMT)

International Real Estate: The Lay of the Land
Dozens of mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) invest in global real estate. Here are five smart options for investors looking at property markets around the world (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:03:37 GMT)

Miami Real Estate - Simple Home Buying Tips
Investing your very own Miami real estate home is not that easy. There are lots of things that you need to consider in order to get your money’s worth. It is important that you have to make a little research in order to be successful in investing. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:07:28 GMT)

LIC is real estate firm's new frontier
A MOVE by one of the world's largest commercial real estate firms may be a sign of where the market is headed after it gets out of its rut - to Queens. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:41:00 GMT)

Real Estate Market Leaders Reunite Behind Industrys Leading Educational Provider
Triangle - Under new management, and with the support of the top-producing agents in North America, StarPower continues its 20-year tradition of elevating the standard of care in the real estate industry. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:37:10 GMT)

Alterna Home Solutions President Connects With National Senior-Focused Real Estate Professionals
RALEIGH , N.C. – Cathy Rosebaugh-Jennings, president of Alterna Home Solutions ( www.alternahs.com ), has announced that she has expanded her network to include national senior-focused real estate professionals, providing seniors the ability to experience a seamless transition to the Triangle area. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:55:22 GMT)

Real estate agent jailed, fined $1M for grow-op scheme
A Markham real estate agent who turned 54 rented homes into Canada's largest-known illegal marijuana grow-op was sentenced Tuesday to five years in prison and fined more than $1 million. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:25:35 GMT)

Movoto.com Launches Homes for Sale Search in Major Colorado Real Estate Markets
DENVER, Dec. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Movoto Real Estate today announced the expansion of its unique online service for residential real estate buyers to Colorado. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:20:13 GMT)

Real estate meets social media
Facebook, or LinkedIn? In the world of real estate professionals, preference for either of these social media channels depends on whether they’re involved in residential real estate or commercial. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:42:30 GMT)

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Expands Its International Network with Master Franchise Agreement in Greece
RISMEDIA, December 23, 2009—Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Senet, S.A., to bring the Coldwell Banker franchise system to Greece. The Coldwell Banker network now extends to 48 countries and territories worldwide. Led by Peter Mihalos, Senet S.A. is the newest member of ... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 21:04:03 GMT)

Upper Allen Township passes 23 percent real estate tax increase
Upper Allen Township’s residents’ real estate taxes are increasing 23 percent. The township’s board of commissioners’ voted unanimously for the increase; Commissioner Joseph Chick was absent from the final vote for medical reasons. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 23:42:25 GMT)

Real Estate Investor Facing Charges
A Detroit real estate investor exposed by the Problem Solvers a few years ago is now facing charges. The FBI confirms the case against Vershawn Oree stems directly from our Problem Solvers investigation. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:33:00 GMT)

Saudi real estate market attractive
23 December 2009 JEDDAH - Saudi Arabia's real estate market offers among best investment opportunities in the world thanks to strong domestic housing demand, an attractive project pipeline and an expanding hospitality sector, global consultancy firm A.T. Kearney said on Tuesday. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 04:35:29 GMT)

Real estate info sessions
Vernon Each Wednesday evening in January, at Penny’s Market and Deli, located on the corner of Route 517 and Vernon crossing road in Vernon Township, realtor Loretta Chiapperino will host a real estate information session. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 07:47:39 GMT)

Bill in New Jersey Legislature calls for real estate professionals education
TRENTON - A measure sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Steve Sweeney, which would require real estate professionals to complete continuing education courses as a condition of their license renewal was approved last week by the Senate Commerce Committee. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 08:02:08 GMT)

Real estate investors anticipate 2010 recovery
VietNamNet Bridge – A series of real estate projects have kicked off in the last days of 2009 since investors foresee the strong recovery of the real estate market in 2010. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:05:10 GMT)

Miami Real Estate Safe Market Where You Can Invest
There are lots of people who are searching about the best market where they can do their investment. There are some people who suggest Miami as the best real estate market where you can place your investment. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:37:46 GMT)

Kuwaiti real estate transactions increase 32 pct in Nov -- report
22 December 2009 KUWAIT -- Transactions in the local real estate sector posted a hike of 32 percent in November, compared to the previous month, according to a report freshly-released on Tuesday. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:05:19 GMT)

Sold! Chatham-Kent sees real estate recovery
Home sales in Chatham-Kent were up more than 50 per cent in November compared to last year at the same time. The Chatham-Kent Real Estate Board reported the current strength of demand stands in sharp contrast to the weak activity levels of one year ago.[...] (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:09:47 GMT)

Perkasie real estate tax is set to stay the same in 2010
Perkasie residents will not see a real estate tax increase from the borough in 2010, based on the final version of the borough’s budget passed by Perkasie Borough Council Monday evening. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:03:50 GMT)

Top Ten Local Stories - #10: Real-estate businesses merge
DAVID DONALD Staff Writer LEESBURG -- Two Lake County real-estate giants merged in 2009, forming the largest realty company in Lake and Sumter cou ... (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:08:39 GMT)

Bulgaria Govt Strikes off Top Real Estate Deal with Media Tycoon
Bulgaria’s cabinet decided Wednesday to cross off deals for a partnership with media tycoon Irena Krasteva in several top real estate projects owned by the National Revenue Agency. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:20:38 GMT)

Canada October GDP up on real estate, brokers
Canada's economy grew by 0.2 percent in October from September, the second consecutive monthly increase, on significantly higher activity by real estate agents and brokers, Statistics Canada said on Wednesday. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:38:09 GMT)

Real Estate Rebound Fuels Canadian Economic Growth In October
(RTTNews) - The Canadian economy grew for a second month in a row in October, driven by a strong rebound in real estate. Statistics Canada reported that real gross domestic product grew 0.2% in October, as production increased in most major sectors. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:23:47 GMT)

Real estate musters city's growth in '09
REAL estate development continues to be the leading sector in terms of investments in Davao City, according to Davao City Investment and Promotions Center chief Roberto Teo. read more (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:27:17 GMT)

Canada's Economy Grew 0.2% in October on Real Estate, Utilities
Dec. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Canada’s economy grew 0.2 percent in October, less than economists expected, as gains in real estate services and utilities offset a drop in mining output. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 15:34:27 GMT)

Weil Gotshal’s Miller Says Real Estate Bankruptcies May Grow
Harvey Miller, lead bankruptcy lawyer for Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc., says real estate bankruptcies may rise as lenders find they can no longer delay taking losses on their loans. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:27:01 GMT)

State revokes license of real estate 'flipper'
The state has revoked the license of a real estate broker who admitted to fraudulently flipping properties and engaging in other unethical practices in Erie, Niagara and Monroe counties. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:05:16 GMT)

Custom IDX Software Enables Didier Colas to Create a Sense of Unique Branding Throughout his Real Estate Website
EUGENE, ORE. – Didier Colas with Prudential Florida Realty has chosen IDX, Inc. to completely alter and improve the search function of his real estate website, creating a much more pleasant, time efficient, and easy-to-navigate online property search experience for consumers. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:54:01 GMT)

A Great Time to Make Real Estate Investment Purchases
Heading into 2010 and putting 2009 behind us, here are nine arguments for investing in real estate in Santa Monica and on the Los Angeles Westside. Prices are down. Most types of real estate are selling at substantially lower levels than they have in the past several years. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:17:17 GMT)

York County to lay off 16 county workers in 2010; budget contains no real estate tax increase
The York County Commissioners passed a final budget Wednesday that includes no real estate tax increase, but includes layoffs in 16 county-wide positions. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:57:24 GMT)

Map Out a Strategy before Buying or Leasing a Florida Commercial Real Estate Property
The Florida commercial real estate offers plenty of investment properties. From office spaces to large industrial structures, you are sure to find what you are looking for in the state’s commercial real estate market. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:12:06 GMT)

Real Estate Investment Trusts Helping Drive The IPO Market
While the last two years have been low on conventional IPOs, a lot of peculiar investment vehicles have come to market. In 2008, there was a minor craze for special-purpose acquisition companies. In 2009, the SPACs disappeared, but it's been boom time for real estate investment trusts. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 23:20:32 GMT)

Upper Allen approves 23 percent real estate tax hike
Upper Allen Township has approved a 23 percent real estate tax increase, to 1.532 mils from 1.25 mils. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 01:41:27 GMT)

Coldwell Banker ranks tops in real estate
CALDWELL – Coldwell Banker Real Estate ranked highest among real estate companies in satisfying home sellers according to J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Home Buyer/Seller StudySM. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 03:08:54 GMT)

Canada’s Economy Grew 0.2% in October on Real Estate (Update1)
Dec. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Canada’s economy grew 0.2 percent in October, less than economists expected, as gains in real estate services and utilities offset a drop in mining output. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 04:25:12 GMT)

Building Value: How Energy Efficiency Measures Enhance Real Estate Portfolios
Boston, MA — Proven, existing efficiency technologies -- in everything from lighting to climate control and more -- can unlock the untapped reserves of efficiency gains buried in many real estate holdings, according to a new report. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 06:48:36 GMT)

Real Estate
Falling real estate prices in New York City are making the prospects of owning or renting commercial property more attractive than they have been in many years. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 09:25:32 GMT)

November real estate sales climb in Pitkin County
Real estate sales volume in November grew this year over November 2008, marking the third straight month of improvement over last year’s doldrums. read more (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:02:52 GMT)

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