San Francisco, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/19/2013 -- Renovating a home can be expensive. In order to save money, many homeowners choose to perform renovations on their own. But unfortunately for those who choose the do-it-yourself method, home renovation hardware stores rarely provide the public with the same wholesale discounts as they do to general contractors. This means homeowners save less money than they might expect on home renovations.

That’s a problem that one website called BuilderElements.com seeks to solve. BuilderElements.com offers wholesale prices to members of the public on all home renovation materials. Those materials include tiles, kitchen cabinets, bath hardware, and all other supplies needed to transform the appearance of a home.

A spokesperson for BuilderElements.com explained how much money home renovators can expect to save when ordering supplies through the website:

“We offer savings of 40% or more off of the recommended sales price. We also have a deals and promo section where we highlight some of the best prices available on our site. The deals and promo page is a great place for homeowners looking to pick up home construction materials at substantial discounts. On larger projects, it’s not unreasonable to think that homeowners could save thousands of dollars when ordering through our site.”

Throughout the website, visitors will also see submission forms where they can type their email address. Those who enter their email address will be notified of the latest savings opportunities on home construction materials, which means visitors don’t have to refresh the website all day in order to save thousands of dollars on their renovation project.

Tiles are a particularly popular option at the BuilderElements.com online store. Tiles are available in an extensive range of varieties, including metallic glass tiles, stainless steel tiles, marble tiles, and even classic pool tiles which can be used to decorate a swimming pool.

In addition to tiles, there are bathroom materials like faucets available as well as sinks and affordable kitchen cabinets. Bath hardware includes everything from towel bars to shelves and glass holders, and those interested in renovating a bathroom in the near future will find everything they need to make their project look fantastic.

Visitors who have any questions about the merchandise listed on BuilderElements.com can simply click a button in order to instantly connect with a sales agent. The company also offers a toll free customer service line which can be used to ask any questions or find out about hot savings opportunities.

Interested customers can also order free samples to determine the quality and style of the tiles or other merchandise they’ve ordered.

About BuilderElements.com
BuilderElements.com is an online home renovation material retailer that offers wholesale prices to the general public. Contractors and home renovation do-it-yourselfers can use the website to save thousands of dollars on their next project. To learn more, please visit: http://www.builderelements.com

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Coon Rapids, MN -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/19/2013 -- Minnesota Commercial Real Estate Women (MNCREW) is full of talented professional women who cover every angle of the real estate industry. It’s easy to imagine that it might be tough for them to choose out just one professional to cover in their monthly newsletter. In February Barna, Guzy, and Steffen was proud to see attorney Joan Quade, J.D. featured in MNCREW’s spotlight.

Quade has practiced Litigation & Employment law for over 25 years. She is the Practice Group leader of the Litigation Department at BGS and has tackled cases for large corporate clients, real estate developers and property managers.

Some of Quade’s current work in particular seemed to catch MNCREW’s eye. For example, Quade has taken a particular interest in advanced boundary disputes brought on by GPS devices. She has also been keeping her clients in the real estate field abreast of changes in the industry, such as the move away from expensive litigation and the move towards mediation in Minnesota. MNCREW highlighted her experience as a seeker of Win-Win solutions for clients, in addition to being a tough litigation expert.

As a member of MNCREW Quade has helped many other professional women in the area grow both professionally and personally. BGS is proud of Quade’s accomplishments and her commitment to her industry and her peers.

For more information contact Toni Perrier at Barna, Guzy, and Steffen, Ltd. by calling 763-780-8500 or by e-mailing the firm at tperrier@bgs.com.

For Further Information

Toni Perrier
Barna, Guzy, and Steffen, Ltd.
Voice phone: 763-780-8500
Email: tperrier@bgs.com
Website: http://www.bgs.com
Address: 200 Coon Rapids Boulevard NorthWest, #400
Coon Rapids, MN 55433

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City Edge is a budget accommodation service provider in Melbourne that helps its customers save money by booking an apartment online.

Victoria, Australia -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/19/2013 -- City Edge, a Melbourne based budget accommodation provider that helps its guests save money by booking an apartment online. It guarantees the lowest price to its guests when booking an apartment online as costs are saved in the process which are then passed to online bookers.

This Melbourne based accommodation provider is known for facilities that include inter alia kitchen with refrigerator, cooktop and microwave oven, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, LCD TV, tea/coffee facilities, WiFi, weekly service clean and many more.

City Edge often comes up with attractive accommodation deals in Melbourne for its guests which help them relish all the desired facilities on their stay. This cheap Melbourne accommodation provider is known for its facilities and amenities yet at lower tariffs.

A representative of City Edge says, “All City Edge serviced apartments are designed for your comfort and convenience and are in prestige addresses in the Melbourne CBD and surrounding locales.”

He further added, “For those seeking location, value and amenity, City Edge Apartment Hotels and Serviced Apartments is the perfect. Redefine your next Melbourne accommodation experience with City Edge”.

City Edge is considered as one of the most preferred Melbourne hotels accommodation provider that offer facilities that are found in good accommodations and serviced apartments. However, whereas other hotels charge hefty rentals, it charges only the basic charges for accommodation.

The locations where City Edge accommodations can be found are North Melbourne; East Melbourne- Albert, Gipps, Treasury, Tribeca, Wellington; and Melbourne CBD - Elizabeth. The recent offers provided by City Edge can also be found at its social media pages.

It also provides serviced apartment accommodation in Melbourne for business travelers. The services come with a level of comfort that simply could not be found in other forms of accommodation in Melbourne.

About City Edge
Taking care of all these values City Edge offers quality apartment accommodation for the informed traveler at the right price. City Edge is known for its friendly, efficient and reliable apartment accommodation solutions in serving the needs of informed and value conscious travelers for nearly two decades.

For more information, please visit http://www.cityedge.com.au.

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If you are moving to London from anywhere in the world, the award winning relocation agency London Relocation Ltd. can help you avoid the pitfalls and complexities of the London property market.

London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2013 -- Award winning London Relocation, billed as the Property Search Company, is pleased provide assistance to those from around the world moving to London. The company uses its online platform and award winning team to allow you to connect and do a need assessment before you ever arrive in London for viewings. London Relocation also offers a one-day search program, which guarantees to find a flat that meets ones needs.

"Most clients moving to London have only a single day to search for properties, they have other things competing for their time so it needs to be quick," says London Relocation spokesman Anthony Gallo, "If you have a week on the ground to prepare for relocation, you often have meetings, looking at schools, meeting future colleagues, which leaves very little time for a family moving to London to search for a home."

The award winning service at London Relocation, The Property Search Company, helps clients from all over the world to successfully move to London. It works by arranging viewings of 18-24 flats for rent in a single day, which meet the client&aposs requested requirements. For those requesting apartments for rent as part of a corporation relocation, they also have services specialized to meet needs as a corporate client, easily accessed through http://www.londonrelocationservices.com/

About London Relocation Company
London Relocation is an award winning London UK based property Search Company. The company starts with a needs assessment, and then using its knowledge of the London property market sets up a single viewing day to show you up to two dozen properties, which meet your requirements. The experts at London Relocation understand the competitive nature and difficulties involved in Moving to London, which is why leading companies on the FTSE trust London Relocation to find suitable properties for employees moving to London.

For more information, please contact:
Anthony Gallo
Westbourne House Westbourne Grove
London W2 5RH, United Kingdom
+44 20 7313 4580
Toll Free from USA and Canada: 1-877-778-3487
Anthony@londonrelocation.co.uk
http://www.londonrelocationservices.com/

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London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2013 -- Mark Warner Property offers the best range of Swiss property for sale at unbeatable prices. The company offers houses, apartments, penthouses and chalets for sale in the Valais, Verbier and Val D&aposAnniviers, regions of Switzerland. With a large network in the real estate sector across Austria and Switzerland, the company chooses the best property in Switzerland available for sale. Apart from providing necessary information on the best property available, it also guides the buyers through all the legal procedures that are required to be followed while buying any property. It guides through their prospects right from step one till the finalization of the deal.

Buying a property in Switzerland is relatively straight forward, but buyers need to be aware of several laws that are unique to the Swiss property market. Each canton has an annual quota of properties that they are allowed to sell to non-Swiss residents. Mark Warner Property provides detailed information on the terms and conditions that buyers need to follow while buying a property in Switzerland. The market leader helps many buyers to successfully purchase their dream property in Switzerland. The company not only provides buyers with suitable offers but also provides detailed information on the homes available for sale.

Whether a buyer is looking for a new Swiss chalet or apartment, off-plan property or land, the company helps the buyers to get a property of their choice. The company has a team of local experts who are ready to meet the perspective buyers and guide them through their property purchase. The sales team at Mark Warner Property has excellent relationships with developers and can negotiate favorable prices for its buyers. It specializes in the sale of property in most regions of Switzerland.

About Mark Warner Property
Mark Warner Property is dedicated to finding the very best Swiss & Austrian alpine property for sale and guiding the buyers through purchase in these exciting holiday home destinations. Its aim is to source high quality developments in prime tourism areas that would have traditionally been sold locally and never reach to the wider international market. To know more visit: http://www.markwarnerproperty.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/mark-warner-property-offers-the-best-range-of-swiss-property-at-unbeatable-prices-209135.htm

The Gales Group, Charleston’s Choice For Real Estate, has launched its new website design.

Charleston, SC -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2013 -- The Gales Group, Charleston’s Choice For Real Estate, has launched its new website design. With a user-friendly re-design for both its content and overall appearance, searching for Charleston real estate just got easier.

Headquartered in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, across the river from Charleston, The Gales Group has over 45 years of combined real estate experience. They pride themselves in knowing the Charleston market, and understanding the real estate market as a whole. Most importantly, they endeavor to make the process of buying or selling a home for their client’s simple from beginning to the end.

For over 25 years, this full-service real estate company has been helping folks in the lowcountry buy Charleston real estate, sell Charleston real estate and even develop Charleston real estate on many occasions.

Although The Gales Group main focus have been on Charleston and the East Islands – Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Wild Dunes and Sullivan’s Island, they have also helped many newcomers to Charleston and long time residents discover and acquire real estate in areas as far east as Awendaw and McClellanville…west to Folly Beach, John’s Island and Kiawah Island and north to Summerville and Moncks Corner.

With the launch of the new website, they boast the best Charleston Real Estate Search Engine offering a variety of ways to search including interactive maps, looking through listings anytime you want, as often as you want, saving searches and marking your favorites, sharing listings with friends and family or on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. And, you can receive email notifications of properties as they hit the market.

For Buyer’s, The Gales Group make available a free Charleston Buyer’s Guide. Loaded with information, this step-by-step guide provides the home buyer with tips to having a successful buying experience.

If you’re selling a home in Charleston download the free Unique Gales Group Selling Process Guide. There are tips for pricing your home correctly according to the market, attracting buyers and general tips for successfully selling your home.

The new website also features a blog chocked full of posts and videos containing frequently asked questions and answers to those perplexing questions about the Charleston real estate market, properties available, sweet deals, foreclosures in Charleston, and financial incentives, plus much more.

"We felt it was time the company established effective web design strategies. We’re a small team of Charleston real estate agents offering personal attention to our customers. Yet, we’re big enough to offer comprehensive resources and expertise that is unsurpassed in the Charleston real estate market. We needed more exposure so we could help more people”, says Hank Johnson, Chief Financial Officer.

The clear web design strategy gives The Gales Group both an edge in professionalism and better targets those looking to buy or sell Charleston real estate that are technologically savvy and are looking for that personal approach.

The new user-friendly design is expected to help visitors better navigate their way through the website to find properties, learn more about Charleston real estate and inquire about properties offered in Charleston and the surrounding area.

With a high degree of commitment to their clients, these top Charleston real estate agents strive to provide a positive personal experience during the buying or selling process.

To learn more about Charleston SC Real Estate visit http://www.GalesGroupRealEstate.com . To speak with a Charleston Real Estate Agent, call (843) 270-8193.

Contact: Hank Johnson
The Gales Group
Tel. (843) 270-8193
Email: hank@bettygales.com
Website: http://www.GalesGroupRealEstate.com

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Las Colinas Foundation Repair Pros announced the extension of the popular new customer discount program into 2013. Thus, they invite owners to save money to check out their money saving program by visiting their site.

Irving, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2013 -- After the success of their new customer discount program in 2012, the Las Colinas Foundation Repair Pros has decided to extend the program into 2013 to continue responding to the needs of their clients for affordable foundation repair. The announcement of Las Colinas Foundation Repair is sure to bring savings opportunity to many homeowners desperate for high quality but affordable foundation repair.

The Las Colinas Foundation Repair Pros new customer discount program is a tremendous help to many homeowners as the $500 instant savings on any foundation repair project can go a long way to a family on a tight budget.

“The success of the promotional campaign has certainly boosted the company image and revenue last year,” says the spokesperson of Las Colinas Foundation Repair. “The overwhelming positive response to the new customer discount program has helped not just the company but many people as well as the $500 instant savings are a big help for cash strapped property owners with foundation problem.”

Because of this, property owners with houses that have poor foundation should consider having the problem fix this year while the promo is still running to get instant savings. The instant savings from the repair of the home foundation can be spent elsewhere or just save for other home improvement project.

About Las Colinas Foundation Repair
Las Colinas Foundation Repair has over 20 years track record of success in Las Colinas, providing sound solution to all kinds of foundation problems. The Las Colinas Foundation Repair Pros also offer a free assessment services to local residents.

For further information about their money saving program, please visit http://www.lascolinasfoundationrepairpros.com or contact telephone number (972) 843-5013 to schedule an appointment.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/foundation-problems-solved-as-las-colinas-foundation-repair-pros-announced-the-extension-of-their-money-saving-program-into-the-new-year-206556.htm

Josh Stein, a Miami-based realtor, has launched a new section on his website, JoshSteinRealtor.com, which features the luxury residences of the Continuum South Beach. The section includes a detailed profile of the condominium as a whole, as well as specific information about each unit, derived from both independent research and the MLS, a large electronic database of real-estate.

Miami Beach, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2013 -- Josh Stein, a Miami-based realtor, has launched a new section on his website, JoshSteinRealtor.com, which features the luxury residences of the Continuum South Beach. The section includes a detailed profile of the condominium as a whole, as well as specific information about each unit, derived from both independent research and the MLS, a large electronic database of real-estate.

Users can browse through photographs, a list of floor plans, and a regularly updated list of residences. The listings are up-to-date and provide accurate information on asking price, date of listing, location, property size, type of sale (rent, purchase, or closed), and other relevant information. These details allow prospective homebuyers to find the most recent property available that suits their preferences.

The Continuum South Beach has been described as one of the most popular condominiums in South Florida. It has subsequently been featured in numerous real estate blogs and periodicals, and has won plaudits from several travel sites and magazines. The creation of the new section is likely intended to appeal to a wide and growing market of interested buyers.

In a similar vein, the website also provides a number of other sections, including a directory of Miami condominiums and an inventory of the 100 most recent property sales. Information on home sales allows clients to learn about the local real estate market, which is particularly important for nonresidents interested in Miami properties. For example, users can determine what types of properties are popular, what kinds of homes comprise Miami real estate, and the health of the housing market. Like the aforementioned listing, this one also provides a detailed search option.

About Josh Stein
Josh Stein is based in Miami Beach and specializes in Miami Beach Condos and other Miami Beach Real Estate. He has been referenced by local and national media, and has featured in several real estate magazines.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/josh-stein-launches-new-continuum-south-beach-section-on-website-209453.htm

Ciao Bella Marketing, a Real Estate Marketing company, is now offering its clients a real estate template website. These Real Estate Website Templates are personalized to the client’s specifications, and are SEO optimized and fully integrated with the company’s advanced MLS/ IDX service.

Miami Beach, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2013 -- Ciao Bella Marketing, a Real Estate Marketing company, is now offering its clients a real estate template website. These Real Estate Website Templates are personalized to the client’s specifications, and are SEO optimized and fully integrated with the company’s advanced MLS/ IDX service.

These features confer several advantages. SEO optimization increases the website’s detection by online searches, while advanced MLS and IDX services makes a website more accessible, and thus more attractive, to potential uses. Thus, the templates are intended to maximize a website’s marketing. After a one-time setup fee of $500, customers thereafter pay a $39 monthly fee.

Ciao Bella Marketing also provides IDX solutions independently, which have been cited as playing a central role in real estate marketing, as it allows visitors to search for and browse available properties for sale and rent on the website. This information will be displayed directly from local MLS information, which ensures that the data will be precise and up-to-date.

Ciao Bella Marketing’s IDX Solutions confer several other advantages. The company’s IDX feed provides high-quality photos and accurate property descriptions that can be displayed in a format that is aesthetically designed, accessible, and available around-the-clock on computer or mobile device of the client’s choosing.

Furthermore, Ciao Bella works in collaboration with IDX of Florida, LLC a leading company in RETS/IDX technology, in order to offer custom IDX integration as easily, efficiently, and affordably as possible. The feed is designed to be easy to use, is regularly updated 24 hours a day, and is accessible by the client through a variety of platforms, including websites, Wordpress, blogs, and even apps.

Additionally, the company’s website - ciaobellamarketing.com – allows users to download PDF documents that provide more information on IDX solutions, including answers to common questions, background details on IDX of Florida, LLC, and terms and conditions.

In addition to IDX services, Ciao Bella Marketing provides several other services, including such as social media strategies and custom apps.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/ciao-bella-marketing-now-offering-real-estate-template-sites-at-500-209619.htm

Churchville, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2013 -- Tilghman Builders, Inc., a remodeling contractor in Bucks County, have been a family owned and operated design/build remodeling company for over three decades. Having done additions and remodeling jobs for clients and building a great reputation, they decided it was time to do some remodeling for themselves, and they have recently launched a new website.

The new website looks terrific and is very easy to navigate. Their new site has a full portfolio of all the work that the company has done. For people who are looking for additions, bathrooms, garages, new kitchens, patio & decks, as well as sunrooms, Tilghman Builders has photos of previous jobs so that people can see their work and have points of reference.

Another great part of this new website, that it lays out details of the design and build process. Customers can view an outline of what they can expect during each stage of the design and building process so that they know what each stage entails, how long it will take, and what to expect throughout the whole construction phase.

People who are looking for contractors in Bucks County and surrounding areas should visit the new Tilghman Builders new website, http://tilghmanbuilders.com/, to get a feel for the company as well as their work. The new site is sure to impress.

About Tilghman Builders
For more than 25 years, Tilghman Builders has helped homeowners realize their dreams. They listen to each customer’s vision and create living areas that are built to reflect their individual lifestyle and personality. Tilghman Builders’ clients are always delighted with their work and recommend them to their family and friends.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/tilghman-builders-inc-launches-new-website-209632.htm

Readers can learn more about how the process works, and what tips to consider when going through an appeal.

Pittsburgh, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/21/2013 -- The owners of PghFirm.com recently posted new material on Allegheny County property assessment tax appeals, with the goal being to help people in the area have the right information in their fight to win. While the process for most people can seem a bit overwhelming at first, the entire page is put together to make things seem easier.

No one likes to pay taxes, so when a person wishes to do a property assessment tax appeal, the goal is to get some of the money back that would otherwise be collected. The process can take a while to complete, but everything a person needs to know to get started is provided on the page.

Along with all of the tips and bits of information provided on tax appeals, other information is also posted. Anything from Allegheny county prothonotary to the guide to Allegheny county reassessment is discussed on the website, and the company also has a team of attorneys who are able to help on any specifics as well.

To read the newest updates to the page, or to simply take a look around the rest of the website, visit http://pghfirm.com/allegheny-county-property-assessment-tax-appeals/.

About PghFirm.com
PghFirm.com is the official website for Flaherty Fardo, LLC, a group of Pennsylvania litigation and trial attorneys serving Allegheny County. From medical malpractice to business and real estate litigation, customers can count on an experienced group to work with who is always prepared, accessible and fair to their clients.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/pghfirmcom-updates-property-assessment-tax-appeals-page-206864.htm

Murfreesboro, TN -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/21/2013 -- The Clark Maples Realty and Auction Company working in partnership with The Discovery Center train depot were proud to help unveil the new name of the depot as the Clark Maples Depot in an unveiling ceremony on January 7, 2013. As real estate in Murfreesboro experts for more than 40 years, Clark Maples Realty & Auction Co. specializes in the buying and selling of homes and properties as well as real estate auctions in Rutherford County.

As part of the Discovery Center non-profit youth museum, the former Discovery Center Depot and its trains teach thousands of area kids about the history and excitement of railroads and trains. As a continuation of the legacy of community support, Clark Maples Realty & Auction Co working in partnership with the Discovery Center was honored in a ceremony to rename the depot as the Clark Maples Depot.

Founded by Clark Maples in 1967, the leading real estate and auction company as well as its namesake have been staunch community supporters for over 40 years. In 2007, the Murfreesboro auction and real estate business was passed on to his daughter, Betsy Maples Taylor, who has been a part of the family business since 1986. “We loved the idea of having a Clark Maples building represented in the depot, and getting involved with the Discovery Center is a great way for us to reach out to our community” said Clark Maples Realty & Auction Company President Betsy Maples Taylor.

The Clark Maples Depot is part of the Discovery Center non-profit youth museum serving more than 125,000 people annually. Kids of all ages can put on a conductor&aposs hat and help run the Discovery Center’s one-of-a kind fabricated model trains, which mimic the routes of several past and present railroad lines. The one-of-a-kind models were fabricated by Mr. Larry Stalcup of McMinnville, TN and are part of the Ed Delbridge Transportation Collection.

“Forming partnerships with community-minded businesses is essential to the support of the Discovery Center” said Discovery Center Chief Executive Officer Tara MacDougall. “Betsy’s father, Clark Maples and Mr. Ed Delbridge, who donated the trains were friends and served together on the Christy Houston Foundation, so this makes the naming of the depot even more special.”

Since they have been rooted in the area for more than 40 years, Clark Maples Realty & Auction Company agents have a strong understanding of real estate in Murfreesboro Tennessee as well as the scene in Rutherford County. From free no obligation market analysis of area homes to finding the right lenders and getting clients pre-approved, Clark Maples Realty & Auction Co. does it all in service to their clients. Their committed, enthusiastic auction team has many years of experience in planning, promoting, & managing successful auctions in Murfreesboro TN. For more information, please visit http://clarkmaples.com/

About Clark Maples Realty & Auction Co
Maples Realty & Auction Co. has been serving Rutherford County for more than 40 years. The real estate and auction professionals specialize in the buying and selling of homes and properties throughout the Murfreesboro area. Their committed, enthusiastic auction team also has many years of experience in planning, promoting, & managing successful auction sales.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/clark-maples-realty-and-auction-company-honored-in-train-depot-name-change-to-clark-maples-depot-209774.htm

Many residents are surprised by the bill after leaving a dirty apartment or home

San Francisco, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/21/2013 -- According to new statistics, the cleaning costs continue to be the most contentious point between UK private landlords and their respective tenants.

The numbers come from the Tenant Deposit Scheme (TDS), and show that 52% of total disputes in 2011/2011 involve the cleaning costs. That number is on the rise, as in the paired-years prior it accounted for 49% of the total dispute. Damage to property is the most common cause of the disputes, followed by redecorations, and then rent arrears and gardening disputes.

Landlords and agents are becoming increasingly tasked with dirty properties at the checkout stage, according to the Association of Independent Inventory Clerks (AIIC). There are a large percentage of tenants who fail to take care of the property, or at minimum to return it to the condition in which they found it. Yet, they seem to be often surprised when they are fitted with a bill for the cleaning of the property following their move.

“It is not surprising that cleaning has risen by over 6% in tenant disputes. Many tenants fail to keep their property clean and time and time again we see filthy kitchens and bathrooms at check-out. Tenants rarely treat their rented property in the same way as they would a property they owned themselves,” said Pat Barber, chair of the AIIC.

“We all know that accidents do happen during a tenancy, but tenants need to realize that they must take financial responsibility for things that are beyond normal wear and tear,” she added.

One example is the recent tenant check out that was billed for leaving a severely dirty oven, amongst other items unkempt. “The tenant was amazed when it was pointed out that it would need professional cleaning which would cost around £60. Her response was that it was normal wear and tear,” explained Barber.

“We get the same response often concerning dirty carpets. Tenants will state that because a carpet is a light color it is bound to get dirty. It never crosses their mind that they should clean it themselves and they are strangely indignant when they see how much carpet cleaning companies charge,” she added.

About Sani-Chem
Sani-Chem (http://www.sanichem.com/shop/) provides customers with top-quality cleaning products at wholesale prices like janitorial supplies, commercial cleaning supplies and concentrated cleaners. Clean your property like a professional, and enjoy the no-minimum on ordering all the equipment and supplies for cleaning that you need. Visit the Sani-Chem website today for more information.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/cleaning-cost-still-largest-dispute-between-landlords-and-tenants-reports-sani-chem-210398.htm

Cottage homes to cater to home needs

Greenville, SC -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/21/2013 -- Cottage homes are every home owner’s dream. To buy one of these innovative homes in the best communities needs a lot of research. Rosewood communities announce new homes for sale in and around Greenville vicinity. The website that was launched today provides access to some of the best communities and home solutions that can help towards the interests of people.

Rosewood communities is one of premium housing agencies that is known for providing innovative floor plans, premium cottage styled homes, professional service and excellent craftsman designs. They provide some of the best housing project under different segments such as grey stone cottages, the woodlands at walnut cave, the gardens at rose reserve and bluestone cottages. The variety in home variants such as cottage homes, timber craft homes and move-in ready homes add up to the wonderful choice that these homes provide.

There is a lot of debate over the price discovery of individual homes. Gated communities provide the very best of amenities and great value for money for people who are looking for excellent craftsman design and innovative floor plans. Rosewood communities make it possible for individual home owners to decide on the best alternatives that are available for them.

“With the help of our wonderful team of professionals here, we are able to maintain world class standards and deliver some of the best possible designs for people who are looking for something new” says Laura Simmons of Rosewood communities

There is a lot of emphasis on gated communities solely because of the benefits that they provide. Choosing a reputed agency is indeed one of the biggest challenges that one could face while purchasing a home. It is important to search and compare the best alternatives that are available out there. Rosewood communities offer some of the best deals on move-in ready homes and cottages that are worth every penny. Investing in futuristic designs and concepts would add up for the money spent on these homes.

Rosewood communities provide new homes for sale. They have been maintaining tremendous clientele list and have been delivering world class standards for the past several years.

For more information on new homes, log on to http://www.rosewoodcommunities.com or call Laura Simmons at 864 630 7253 or email at info@rosewoodcommunities.com

Media Contact:
Rosewood communities
http://www.rosewoodcommunities.com

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Tallahassee, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2013 -- The real estate market is saturated with different Realtors® and in that situation it’s hard to know which is the right one to trust. In Tallahassee, Florida, a new website has just been launched that offers a novel solution to this particular problem, by ranking top real estate agents in Tallahassee, FL. Top10Agents.com allows individuals to compare Tallahassee realtors based on a rigorous pre-interview and selection process that should reveal everything consumers need to know.

The site compares Realtors® who have to pass rigorous requirements to even be considered, needing to have completed at least 50 real estate deals in five years and pass assessment on five key areas of their business. The site then uses objective ranking indicators to give each business a quantitative score based on their qualitative properties, which informs their position in the rankings.

Introducing this kind of statistical analysis to the process of selecting a Realtor® has seen the cream rise to the top, with the current top ranked agents having between ten and twenty five years experience, closing between four hundred and over a thousand deals. The profiled top agents have detailed breakdowns on specialties and skills, and contact information within the same window to make the decision making process as streamlined as possible.

A spokesperson for Top10Agents.com explained, “This is a resource similar to Hotels.com, but for finding top Realtors®. Our intense screening process is designed to make sure only the finest Realtors® can be ranked, and our rankings are updated regularly so that if prodigious new talents emerge they will be given a fair placing. We are utterly customer focused and provide this free service to connect individuals to those we have objectively found to be the best in their field. We have plans to roll out this service nationwide, as our early projections show the service is catching on like wildfire.”

About Top 10 Agents
Top10Agents.com is a new way for consumers to find top Realtors® in the Tallahassee, FL market. Each Realtor® is pre-interviewed so customers can feel confident when selecting a real estate agent to work with. The company launched in January 2013 and is growing quickly. Top10Agents.com is owned by VeraKey, LLC a licensed real estate broker. For more information, please visit: http://www.top10agents.com/

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Christine Prater announces the launch of her new YouTube video channel featuring videos about the Lake Travis area, the Briarcliff community, and Aubrey Homes.

Briarcliff, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2013 -- Texas REALTOR® Christine Prater announces the launch of her new YouTube video channel. This ever-evolving online video collection will showcase Christine’s home listings and offer special information about her favorite areas of Austin.

Prater’s video channel specifically features videos of the Lake Travis area and the Briarcliff community, as well as a video for Aubrey Homes, a highly respected custom home builder located in the Austin, Texas area.

The new video channel currently features three key videos. The first video features the growing community of Briarcliff, where buyers can find homes in the gorgeous Hill Country area near Lake Travis, all just minutes from Austin. Briarcliff amenities include Lake Travis access, Willie Nelson’s Cut-N-Putt Golf Course, running trails, parks, and tennis. Briarcliff property owners enjoy lake access through the neighborhood ramp as well as the Briarcliff Marina, which offers slip rentals, boat rentals, and a full service store and gas station. Rolling hills and expansive views are the backdrop for the charming homes featured in her video, and the breathtaking scenery and fabulous amenities are highlighted as well. View Christine’s featured Briarcliff video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzbN5M6qRCQ

A second video, Lake Travis Living, showcases the perks of Living Lake Travis! Young working families, retirees, and second-home weekenders alike all enjoy the area’s breathtaking beauty and recreational activities. Area residents talk about the advantages of living near dozens of golf courses, lakeside restaurants, the Hill Country Galleria, Lakeway Medical Center, and a highly rated Lake Travis ISD. If you are looking for a friendly, low-key place to live, with lots to do, you will enjoy this video. View it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8PJpA97r0E

The third video in this series features local custom builder, Aubrey Homes. This video provides a photographic tour through several Hill Country Craftsman designs recently built by the respected homebuilder. Since Austin is all about character, this video offers those interested in the Lake Travis area more information on building an affordable custom home that perfectly matches the needs AND character of each buyer. Those looking for a builder who has an eye for design, a distinction for detail simply will enjoy seeing Aubrey Homes’ distinct character and charm. Please enjoy the virtual walk-thru of their latest projects here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjzlbsTRJaw

To see all these videos and view Christine Prater’s channel, visit http://www.youtube.com/user/christinepratervids .

To learn more about Christine visit her site at: http://www.christineprater.com/ or see her listings here: http://www.christineprater.com/mylistings.html

About Christine Prater
Christine Prater has been a full-time real estate agent with Moreland Properties for nearly a decade. She has ranked within the Top 3 Producing Agents in the Lake Travis Office for the past several years. Christine has an extensive background in marketing for upscale developers. She applies this knowledge of Austin and outlying communities to help anyone looking for real estate in this area.

Media Contact:
Christine Prater
Briarcliff, Texas
512-413-5855

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A renowned real estate team in Orange County, Excel Real Estate Group comes up with a wide range of information about properties for sale in Dana Point real estate.

Mission Viejo, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2013 -- A renowned real estate team in Orange County, Excel Real Estate Group comes up with a wide range of information about properties for sale in Dana Point real estate. Buyers and sellers can get in touch with the real estate experts at EXCEL Real Estate Group and get information on what is hot and available in the real-estate market.

Experts at Excel Real Estate Group also provide information on Aliso Viejo condos for sale or Laguna Beach homes for sale. Such an arrangement helps buyer invest wisely. Buyers can also get information on Mission Viejo homes for sale and invest for better returns.

“In the last couple of years we have been the leading short sale company in Orange County. Due to our expertise in negotiating we have closed hundreds of short sales in Orange County and Inland Empire Area. We are leading OC Real Estate Source and Orange County’s short sale experts”, said a spokesperson.

He further added, “Not only do we work with hundreds of buyers we also work with sellers to get them top dollar for their Orange County home. When it comes to selling your Orange County home we use the latest technology in advertisement and marketing to get your home sold.”

His opinion, “We realize it is crucial to market your home on every major search engine since over 92% of buyers initially use online resources before purchasing their home. We are confident that our strong web presence and online marketing will ultimately aid in the sale of your Orange County home”.

About the Excel Real Estate Group:
From a first time home buyer to an investor who’s buying their tenth home in Orange County, Orange County Realtors, Excel Real Estate Group is the team for them. Not only do they work with hundreds of buyers, they also work with sellers to get them maximum profit for their Orange County home. The company uses smart and extensive advertisement and marketing for selling homes in Orange County. They are confident that their strong web presence and online marketing will ultimately aid in the sale of their client’s home.

For more information, visit http://realestatenorangecounty.com

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New York, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2013 -- Conquest Advisors sells 539 East 87th Street to a French Investor, Far East 87, LLC. for $8,050,000. The building was purchased in 2005 for 5.0 Million by Prime East Realty. The building had been vacated of all rent stabilized tenants and delivered to the partnership ready for re-development.

It is located on the Upper East Side around Carl Schurz Park, Mayor Bloomberg&aposs Gracie Mansion and behind the successful price breaking 170 East End Avenue designed by by Peter Marino.

The developers, Jaf Glazer from Conquest Advisors and Hayward Pressman of Prime East Realty had initially decided to create a truly unique single family conversion.

After the market adjustment of 2008 the partnership re-mapped the direction of the building and converted the property to a unique multi-family building consisting of a 2 and 3 bedrooms.

Jaf Glazer stated, " We chose extremely high end finishes and fixtures including marble bathrooms enabling us to achieve a record breaking price per foot." The building achieved north of $75 dollars per square foot on each unit rented.

The foreign buyer, primarily looking for stable cash flow purchased the building for slightly above a 5% yield. "The foreign market is increasingly looking for stable cash flow in the US market while international markets experience instability", stated Mr. Glazer.

For More Information Contact:

http://www.Conquestadvisors.net
Conquest Advisors LTD.
Real Estate Development and Brokerage

Conquest Advisors LTD. Is a full service real estate firm based out of Manhattan.

Conquest works with a variety of private equity funds and wealth managers in family offices. They turn to Conquest to for their real estate needs when they diversify holdings or balance their portfolios risk. Conquest conducts all phases of the real estate process to enable the managers to focus on their core competencies- managing capital.

Conquest Advisors, Ltd.
36 E. 20th St., 2nd Fl.
New York, NY 10003
212 777 9690 x 118

Real Estate Development
Core Fund
Core +
Real Estate Private Equity
Family Office Exchange
GenSpring
Institute for Private Investors

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Chris Reese, Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist®, receives the Prestigious, 5 Star Professional Award for the 2nd year in a row. The Award is featured in this month's, February 2013, issue of Sacramento Magazine. The award is given to only 2% of Sacramento's mortgage professionals based on surveys sent to households who have purchased homes in the last 12 months.

Sacramento, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2013 -- Mr. Makin&apos it Happen has done it again! Five Star Professional has picked Chris Reese, Senior Loan Officer & Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist®, of Platinum Home Lenders, Inc of Sacramento to receive the 2013 Five Star Mortgage Professional Award. Recipients of this esteemed award are profiled this month in the February issue of Sacramento Magazine.

Chris was chosen as a Five Star Mortgage Professional based on an independent survey of more than 20,000 Sacramento households as well as industry colleagues and experts. The survey asked respondents to offer the names of mortgage professionals that they worked with and to evaluate them based on overall satisfaction and whether they would highly recommend the mortgage professional to others. Recipients of the award were also required to have an active license through the California state regulating body and cannot have any record of disciplinary action.

“I am so excited to receive this honor 2 years in a row! It makes the job that I already love even more rewarding. To be recognized by not only my clients but also by other Mortgage & Title Professionals makes this award very special to me. My team and I work very hard every single day to exceed the expectations of our clients. Once again, this award validates that we are exceeding not only the expectations of our clients but also those of our colleagues and competitors, “said Mr. Reese.

The elite Five Star Award is presented to less than 2% of mortgage professionals in the area and the Sacramento-based Platinum Home Lenders, Inc. couldn&apost be more thrilled to have a mortgage professional of Chris’s caliber on their team.

Platinum Home Lenders, Inc. and the Reese Mortgage Team offers an incredible mortgage lending experience with the knowledge, experience, technology, and full range of loan programs and strategies to deliver the very best loan and experience to every client. Chris Reese’s award winning team ensures seamless and stress-free transactions by putting the client’s needs and goals first. As simple as it seems, this is Platinum’s recipe for success.

If you have any questions, or want more information, please contact us at (916) 502-1656 or find us at http://SacramentoHomeLoanSpecialist.com.

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Broad Axe, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2013 -- Commonwealth Agency Inc., an established title company in Philadelphi a, announces residential and commercial Real Estate services in Philadelphia. Other than providing a complete list of title and escrow insurance services, Commonwealth Agency Inc. also provides commercial and residential title services for refinancing for every state in the United States. As one of the leading title companies in not just Philadelphia, but the world, Commonwealth Agency Inc. has been able to execute thousands of commercial and residential Real Estate closings over the last 40 years. Now, more than ever, people are looking at the housing markets because the prices and rates are so low. When clients choose Commonwealth Agency Inc., they will soon realize that buying a home or commercial property has never been easier.

Part of being one of the leading Title Company’s in Philadelphia, is putting customers at ease during the complex stages of purchasing residential or commercial property. While performing residential title services in NJ, Commonwealth Agency Inc. will guide the customer through each step of the closing and settlement processes, so they have a full understanding of what is going on. Commonwealth Agency Inc. can also help those in need of refinancing their residential or commercial property. The Title Company will make sure each document that is needed, is filled out properly, and is maintained throughout the purchasing process. These documents include the loan documentation, escrow agreements and title documentation.

By assembling and reviewing each document involved during the closing, settlement or refinancing processes, Commonwealth Agency Inc. ensures that everything will go as smoothly as possible. The Title Company is a reliable source for all residential and commercial title services in NJ. The services provided by Commonwealth Agency Inc.in New Jersey and Pennsylvania do not end after the approval of a purchase or sale. The title company will be there for their customers any time they need them in the future.

About Commonwealth Agency Inc.
Commonwealth Agency Inc. is a full service licensed Philadelphia title insurance company committed to providing quality client-care that clients can count on. With over 40 years of experience in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, their team offers reliable, proactive services that will ensure quick, efficient, and convenient closings. Clients work with experienced, licensed closers who explain everything upfront and assist them throughout the entire process. Commonwealth also offers very efficient and professional service with refinances, working proactively to resolve issues quickly to get the client to closing much more quickly than most other title companies.

For more information, visit http://www.caititle.com.

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