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Mortgage Compliance and Real Estate Loss Mitigation Company, American Loan Compliance, Featured in National Business Journals Nationwide as the Premier Mortgage Compliance Analysis, Mortgage Loan Modification Arbitration and Strategic Loss Mitigation Repo

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:00:22 +0000

Mortgage Compliance and Real Estate Loss Mitigation Company, American Loan Compliance, Featured in National Business Journals Nationwide as the Premier Mortgage Compliance Analysis, Mortgage Loan Modification Arbitration and Strategic Loss Mitigation Reporting Agency

American Loan Compliance, a Mortgage Compliance Audit Report Agency, featured in several business journals nationwide as one of America's Most Knowledgeable Mortgage Audit Report and Compliance Analysis Experts, in recognition of being leading specialists in the mortgage modification and loan violation audit industry. American Loan Compliance, considered nationwide, as the premier loan violation audit and analysis, firms will now be offering their services to consumers seeking mortgage loan modification or mortgage assistance through providing educational tools, products, self-help kits and reports available to consumers, homeowners, developers, investors and legal firms nationwide.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- American Loan Compliance, America's leading loss mitigation and commercial mortgage loan audit report experts, were recently featured in the press showcasing the advantages to having loans investigated prior to negotiating terms on restructuring real estate loans. The experts interviewed and featured are dedicated to spreading knowledge, educational products, tools and awareness in their field of expertise and making significant contributions to the mortgage loan modification, real estate finance and mortgage violation audit and analysis industry and the marketplace as a whole.

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American Loan Compliance (ALC), specializes in strategic mortgage compliance analysis and audit report services and has recently opened its doors to consumers allowing homeowners seeking mortgage assistance and loan modification to obtain these services direct. Viewed as America's most knowledgeable, proven and experienced mortgage compliance auditing firms to correspondent lending institutions, federal banking associations, law firms, wholesale lenders and direct lending institutions across the country. American Loan Compliance will concentrate their efforts on helping the general population more effectively obtain accurate investigative mortgage audit reports and ensure clarification on enforceable loans. A very effective and experienced management team that is sure to make a huge impact in an industry with an ambiguous reputation in anxious need of assistance leads the dynamic force overseeing operational management at the private held company.

American Loan Compliance has shifted momentum, acting as a national strategic investigative analysis and enforcement management firm which provides professional, advisory, and consulting services to financial institutions, consumer protection, financial and regulatory agencies, including mortgage bankers, real estate attorneys, commercial and retail lending entities, and property owners. American Loan Compliance sets the standard in mortgage compliance in the United States providing a variety of audit reports no other firm has come close to close its competitive advantage in an ambiguous industry in demand for supplemental mortgage loan analysis and homeland assistance. The quality control behind closed doors, displays strategic expertise and addresses all critical areas associated with American mortgage loan compliance regulatory matters, observance and quality control in U.S. residential and commercial real estate mortgage finance. American Loan Compliance can assist clients in meeting the oversight of regulators, fair lending mandates and maintaining internal lending integrity and validation practices through independent quality control audit reports.

American Loan Compliance will provide you with the evidence and support you can trust to help you seek better loan modification terms, restructuring of new terms via loan workouts, principal/rate reductions, or continued discovery. With the greatest potential to alleviate "normal modification" setbacks and re-occurrence of default, qualified and objective evidence helps simplify negotiations and stay using the information and support provided by American Loan Compliance.

A 2009, FDIC Office of Inspector General Report revealed:

83% of the institutions examined were cited for "significant" compliance violations

43% of those institutions were "repeat offenders"

85% of those repeat offenders were highly rated by the FDIC for their in-place compliance process

The other importance of the mortgage loan audit findings is that it may be the grounds to help move a non-judicial foreclosure action (currently in 29 states), if necessary, into jurisdiction, which can stop foreclosure in its tracks. More importantly, borrowers regardless of financial hardship and payment history now have the chance for a better position to negotiate new terms or loan settlement. Violations found in a loan audit can help place the borrower in the offense! We at American Loan Compliance help legal professionals navigate through the process with our learning channels, which we find critical for those legal advisors that are looking to make the audit solution part of their business practice. Information is only as good as the ones that know how best to use it

The driving force behind American Loan Compliance consist of executive and management teams which include best-selling authors and speakers who are regularly sought out by the media to give expert opinions. Many have been featured on NBC, CNBC, CBS, ABC and FOX affiliates as well as seen in USA Today, Newsweek, Forbes, Market watch, Ask The Experts©, Los Angeles Business Journal and the Wall Street Journal. American Loan Compliance mission is homeland assistance from business to consumers, ensuring the most intelligent solutions and accurate analysis obtained via their flagship mortgage compliance analysis reports. Audit Reports allow the ability and vision to direct arbitration on residential and commercial mortgages and through strategic analysis ensure enforcement of mortgage loan modification and payment assistance at the best results attainable.

American Loan Compliance has collaborated with other established agencies and most recently, Homeland Assistance Agency based in Washington D.C. and the Federal Relief Organization based in Los Angeles. This collaboration of powerhouse agencies has vowed to allow consumers a unique option of working with trusted and proven sources as a one stop merger of industry experts to determine and proceed with their ultimate goals related to the property in distress, in need of assistance or available for more lucrative cash flow options.

American Loan Compliance is located in New York City, New York. Their corporate address is 1330 Avenue of the Americas, Floor 23A, New York City, NY 10019. For more information about American Loan Compliance, please visit http://www.AmericanLoanCompliance.com for consumer information. Please visit www.AmericanLoanCompliance.info for general information or call (888) 929-2829.

SOURCE American Loan Compliance

At Magnolia Lane by William Lyon Homes, Families Live Large in Their Own Backyard

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:02:00 +0000

The best locations for living large are right here at Magnolia Lane, so jump in. This William Lyon Homes neighborhood is currently selling homesites big enough for swimming pools and side yards with plenty of room for recreational toys -- fantastic locations that are in high demand. Visit Magnolia Lane to discover one- and two-story floorplans that range from approximately 1,719 to 2,409 square feet and generously sized lots that put the great outdoors in one's own backyard.

The best of indoor/outdoor living will be a breeze for residents at Magnolia Lane, who have their choice of brand new homes for June and July move-ins. Smart consumers who act quickly have time to personalize the interiors of a favorite design and can look forward to spending a fun-filled summer hosting barbecuing and watching their children running through the sprinklers and playing with friends. Another huge plus for homeowners who love to escape for weekend fun is the flexibility of parking their RV, motorboat or jet skis on the property.

"Young and growing families appreciate that Magnolia Lane's new phase is located just a short walk from the local park and near the best middle and high schools in the Elk Grove School District. This setting brings a sense of convenience to busy, demanding schedules and buyers who want to experience a higher quality of living are impressed with this important accessibility," explained Lesley Pennington, Vice President of Sales for William Lyon Homes. "Another key factor is that these homes will be ready for occupancy during the summer, so parents and their children have the advantage to comfortably settle in before the upcoming school year starts."

Magnolia Lane is a complete package of new home value and location in a desirable Elk Grove setting. With prices from the mid $200,000s and historically low interest rates available, act quickly to find the home of a lifetime in a cherished town. Discover single-family designs with three to five bedrooms, two to three bathrooms and two-car garages. Every buyer enjoys the peace of mind that comes with all new appliances, plumbing and electrical systems, state-of-the-art construction materials and long-term builder warranties. To get connected, log onto www.lyonhomes.com/MagnoliaLane and stop by the sales gallery to tour the professionally decorated models.

The neighborhood's location within the community of Madeira places residents just a short walk from athletic fields, playgrounds and parks. The local library, movie theater, Laguna Community Park and Aquatic Center are also close-by, a benefit for buyers who value convenience and opportunity. Frequent business commuters and leisure travelers appreciate Magnolia Lane's central location between Highway 99 and I-5 and near major commuter roadways. Homebuyers are encouraged to ask about the current school facility fee down payment grant.

A 3% Broker Referral Fee is offered at Magnolia Lane. Brokers must bring their client on their first visit to register. Broker Referral Fee to be paid at the close of escrow.

During a tour of the Magnolia Lane models and sales gallery, visitors should also inquire about popular fixed rate FHA financing that requires only 3.5% down; the advantage of VA and Conventional loan options. FHA, VA and Conventional program guidelines and loan limits are subject to change. All loans subject to credit approval; restrictions may apply. Down payment, payment terms and rates vary based on market conditions and qualifying requirements.

It matters who your builder is, and William Lyon Homes means it when they say that they put themselves into their homes. They build each and every home as if it were their own and have earned a solid track record for constructing homes throughout the West since 1954. Learn more by visiting www.lyonhomes.com for exciting information on William Lyon Homes' brand new neighborhoods for sale.

To visit Magnolia Lane from I-5, exit Elk Grove Boulevard East, make a right on Bruceville Road, left on Civic Center Drive, right on Babylon Drive and left on Cordially Way. Models will be on the left. From Highway 99, exit Elk Grove Boulevard West, left on Big Horn Boulevard, right on Civic Center Drive, left on Babylon Drive and left on Cordially Way.

The models and sales gallery are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on Magnolia Lane, please call 1-916-226-2667.

Prices are effective as of the date of publication. All homes are subject to prior sale. Prices and availability of homes are subject to change without notice. DRE Officer License: 00982816.

Residence Four offers comfortable living space for growing families

Residence One at William Lyon Homes' Augusta -- Where Bigger Is Better for Growing Families

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:49:00 +0000

When it comes to growing families, bigger is better. William Lyon Homes knows that everyone needs their space -- and then some. The builder's Residence One at their Augusta neighborhood in the Villages of Columbus continues to be a family favorite, offering a large kitchen and great room to bring everyone together, plus a covered loggia and three upstairs bedrooms for parents and their kids. Having plenty of living space is a pretty big deal and the 2,587 square-foot Residence One is priced to get growing families moving in the right direction.

A prime OC location, incredible value from the mid $600,000s and flexible interiors have made Augusta's Residence One a consistently popular choice with buyers who are focused on flexibility and growth. "The beauty of families is that they are always evolving -- and this particular floorplan appeals to buyers who realize its potential to grow as their personal lives change over time," said Lesley Pennington, Vice President of Sales for William Lyon Homes. "The first floor was planned with families in mind and has a wonderful flow that encourages interaction. Whether the kids are doing homework in the great room or dinner is being prepared in the kitchen, there is a sense of connection buyers want. The separate dining room is great for weekend meals as well as special occasions, and the covered loggia offers an extension of the home's living space for casual dining and entertaining."

Augusta's Residence One also offers families the versatility that is key to planning for a comfortable future. The first floor flex room has the potential to fulfill a multitude of possibilities that include a home office or children's play room, while the upstairs loft can be transformed into a fourth bedroom -- the perfect setting for a nursery.

Homebuyers who have their heart set on a different Augusta floorplan can choose from a selection of Residence Two and Three floorplans with desirable locations facing the future park. A range of completion dates can also accommodate different schedules -- certain homesites are ready for a quick escrow, while the neighborhood's most recent phase release offers consumers the freedom to choose their upgrades.

The search for a perfect OC address ends and the future begins at Augusta. Families will discover the space they need, the prices they want and the established community they love. Showcasing bigger, newer residences, access to private recreation and a central location near major retail and entertainment destinations as well as important transportation routes, this single-family neighborhood is the address of a lifetime. Tour the models today or visit www.LyonAugusta.com for more details.

Exceptionally planned to accommodate the priorities of young and growing families, Augusta presents two-story homes with three to five bedrooms and 2.5 to 4.5 bathrooms in approximately 2,587 to 3,008 square feet of living space; two to three-car garages are featured. Highlights include private center courtyards; select floorplans offer master bedrooms and secondary bedrooms on the first floor. Charming Colonial, Georgian, Spanish and French architectural styles grace the exteriors.

Augusta's prime location within the established Villages of Columbus is a tremendous plus for professionals and families who want to make the most of their valuable leisure time. Having immediate access to private recreation at the Village Conservatory means homeowners can take a dip in the Junior Olympic saline swimming pool, watch their little ones enjoy the wading pool or unwind at the spa after a busy day. For those who love the great outdoors, four parks offer plenty of opportunities for fun and recreation.

The neighborhood's convenient Columbus Square location appeals to buyers with busy professional careers and personal lives -- residents enjoy easy accessibility to The Market Place and The District. Augusta is also just minutes from the Metrolink station, major freeways and John Wayne Airport, a plus for business commuters and leisure travelers.

It matters who your builder is, and William Lyon Homes means it when they say that they put themselves into their homes. They build each and every home as if it were their own and have earned a solid track record for constructing homes throughout the West since 1954. Learn more by visiting www.lyonhomes.com, where online guests can easily access exciting information on William Lyon Homes' brand new neighborhoods for sale.

To visit Augusta from the I-5, exit Jamboree Road and proceed west. Turn right on Edinger Ave. and left onto Kensington Park Dr. From Kensington Park Dr, turn right on Georgia St., right on Davenport St., left on Charleston and follow the signs. The Sales Gallery and Models are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please call 866-513-1779.

Prices are effective as of the date of publication. All homes are subject to prior sale. Prices and availability of homes are subject to change without notice. DRE Officer License: 00982816.

Residence One offers a large kitchen and great room, plus a covered loggia

Urban Pace Recognizes CAS Riegler Companies for Their Contribution to the Arts

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:19:24 +0000

Urban Pace Recognizes CAS Riegler Companies for Their Contribution to the Arts

PR Newswire

WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Lynn Hackney, President of Urban Pace, a new home sales and marketing company for urban developers located in Washington, DC, acknowledges today CAS Riegler Companies for their generosity and commitment to the arts community in Washington, DC.

CAS Riegler Companies, a locally owned real estate development and investment company, has donated the use of their future condominium space at 1250 9th Street, NW to host a contemporary art exhibit by Contemporary Wing. The exhibit, which runs through March 10th, is entitled "Next Generation: Selections by Artists from the 30 Americans Collection" and features works selected by the artists in the Corcoran Gallery of Art's "30 Artists" exhibition.

"It is important as a local business that we give back to the community and that we partner with companies that share the same commitment," remarked Lynn Hackney, President of Urban Pace. "CAS Riegler Companies has demonstrated their support of the local arts community and we commend them for this act of generosity."

About CAS Riegler Companies:
CAS Riegler Companies is a locally owned real estate development and investment company based in Washington, D.C. Their mission is to create unique real estate products in urban-infill locations that meet the needs of today's city dwellers, workers and retail customers while never sacrificing exceptional style or character. Their focus revolves around creating value and reducing risk for investors and clients through extensive market knowledge, strategic design and a long-term approach to sustainability. For more information, visit www.casriegler.com.

About Urban Pace:
Urban Pace, LLC is a privately owned company that has been in the business of selling and marketing urban real estate for more than 10 years. The Urban Pace portfolio of properties exceeds 2.2M square feet of urban condominiums and townhomes in the greater Washington, DC market area. For more information please visit www.urbanpace.com or call (202) 296-1203. Follow Urban Pace on Facebook, Twitter and Flickr.

Contact:	Stephanie Orton Lynch
	Director of Public Relations \| Blue Bug Digital
	202.248.5855 \| slynch@bluebugdigital.com

SOURCE Urban Pace

The Perfect Beginning Starts With Canopy Lane's Final Phase

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:01:00 +0000

A terrific South Coast Metro address is waiting, but not for long! The final homes are selling quickly at gated Canopy Lane by William Lyon Homes and buyers must hurry in to find the best OC location near work and play and incredible values that seal the deal. A wonderful future starts with Canopy Lane's final opportunities, so stop waiting and make the move of a lifetime today. For all the details on the limited selection of floorplans for sale at prices from the high $400,000s, log on to www.lyoncanopylane.com.

"With just a few floorplans available, including the professionally decorated and upgraded Residence One Model, there is tremendous urgency for prospective Canopy Lane buyers to purchase before this private enclave is completely sold-out," said Lesley Pennington, Vice President of Sales for William Lyon Homes. "This intimate neighborhood of 38 single-family detached homes is a very rare opportunity to live in this prime OC setting and I cannot emphasize the importance of making this exciting decision before it is simply too late. The availability of historically low interest rates, coupled with incredible prices and a low tax rate with no Mello Roos fees are the ideal financial advantages to transition local renters to homeowners -- but timing is everything for young professionals and couples who want to ensure their futures here."

As demand continues to swirl around Canopy Lane, the final home selection is limited but does include a choice of all three floorplans. The Residence One Model is a great match for buyers with demanding careers and busy lives who prefer the luxury and convenience of a move-in ready floorplan. This home is filled with beautiful upgrades from top to bottom and buyers also have the option to purchase the furnishings if they desire. The other final home opportunities are anticipated for spring move-ins and there is still time for buyers to personalize their brand new Canopy Lane home to best suit their individual tastes and preferences.

Ideally located just five minutes from South Coast Plaza®, Canopy Lane's single-family two-story detached floorplans range from approximately 1,871 to 2,247 square feet, with three to four bedrooms, two- and one-half bathrooms and two-car attached garages.

Buyers who are looking for a home in the center of it all, where popular retail destinations and trendy restaurants are just around the corner have made Canopy Lane a must-have address. In a world where everyone is constantly on the go, residents here have the convenience of walking to Ralphs for quick grocery shopping or grabbing their morning latte at their local coffeehouse. For special occasions and celebrations, couples can enjoy fine dining in town before enjoying a Broadway hit or world-class symphony at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The neighborhood's easy access to the John Wayne Airport and major freeways is another plus for business commuters and leisure travelers.

To visit Canopy Lane, take the I-405, exit Fairview Road and travel north. Turn right on Alton Avenue then right again on Alton Court into the neighborhood. The Models and Sales Gallery are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please call 888-576-6378 or visit www.lyoncanopylane.com.

Prices are effective as of the date of publication. All homes are subject to prior sale. Prices and availability of homes are subject to change without notice. DRE Officer License: 00982816.

Last chance to take advantage of final homes selling at Canopy Lane

Residence One offers spacious living areas for growing families

Highwoods Announces Availability of Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:52:00 +0000

Highwoods Properties, Inc. (NYSE: HIW), has released its fourth quarter and year-end 2011 results. Please visit Highwoods investor relations website to view the release or click on the following link.

http://www.highwoods.com/investor/HIW-Reports-Fourth-Quarter-and-Year-End-2011-Results.pdf

About Highwoods Properties
Highwoods Properties, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a publicly traded (NYSE: HIW) real estate investment trust ("REIT") and a member of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. The Company is a fully integrated, self-administered REIT that provides leasing, management, development, construction and other customer-related services for its properties and for third parties. At December 31, 2011, Highwoods owned or had an interest in 338 in-service office, industrial and retail properties encompassing approximately 34.5 million square feet and owned 586 acres of development land. The Company's properties and development land are located in Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. For more information about Highwoods Properties, please visit our web site at www.highwoods.com.

LISC Names LA Times' Baum to Lead Communications

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:03:12 +0000

LISC Names LA Times' Baum to Lead Communications

PR Newswire

NY bureau chief takes over marketing for national community development group

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Geraldine Baum, former New York bureau chief of the Los Angeles Times, has been named senior vice president of communications and marketing for the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), a nonprofit that brings people together to transform distressed neighborhoods across America.

In a memo to LISC's staff, Michael Rubinger, president and CEO, noted that Baum brings to LISC not only her extensive experience in the media but also "a strong commitment to our work and mission. I am thrilled that she has decided to make LISC the latest step in an illustrious career."

Baum spent the last 23 years as a national and foreign correspondent for the Los Angeles Times stationed in Washington, New York and Paris.

"LISC draws all facets of a community together—sometimes literally in one room—to make it better," she said. "There are people in LISC offices all across the country who understand that one part of a community can't stand successfully without all of its neighbors. They help create affordable housing. But housing needs tenants with jobs. Jobs are driven by education and good schools. Residents need access to supermarkets and safe parks. LISC has so often been the invisible but critical force that knits together all these parts.

"As journalists, we point out inequities to the public," she added. "LISC gets the money and champions people to fix them. I am pleased to be part of telling that story."

Headquartered in New York, LISC has 30 offices in cities around the country, and last year alone invested $1.1 billion in affordable housing and community programs.

About LISC

LISC combines corporate, government and philanthropic resources to help nonprofit community development corporations revitalize distressed neighborhoods. Since 1980, LISC has raised $11.1 billion to build or rehab 277,000 affordable homes and develop 44 million square feet of retail, community and educational space nationwide. LISC support has leveraged nearly $33.9 billion in total development activity. For more information, visit www.lisc.org.

Contacts:
Geraldine Baum
(212) 455-9848 or Gbaum@lisc.org

SOURCE LISC

Sam Zell "Comes Clean" for Penton's National Real Estate Investor (nreionline.com)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:56:44 +0000

Sam Zell "Comes Clean" for Penton's National Real Estate Investor (nreionline.com)

PR Newswire

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In an interview in the February 2012 issue of National Real Estate Investor, Sam Zell, chairman of Equity Group Investments, stated that the commercial real estate industry needs to "come clean" with expectations. Zell said, "It's strictly that we have a lot of stuff in the system that is mispriced and not realistically held."

The cover story, also available online at nreionline.com (http://nreionline.com/property/international/zell_interview_janfeb_01252012/) provides Zell's candid views on the 2012 election, public versus private commercial real estate investment and construction trends.

Some of Zell's views include:

"The good news is that with the exception of apartments, there is little or no new supply. And I don't think we'll see much new construction in 2012."
"Overall, real estate is about supply and demand. I am concerned about the demand, but I'm comforted by the lack of supply."
"Going forward, access to capital is going to be the governor of the real estate business. Given that, in the current climate it's likely that being public with that kind of debt-to-equity ratio is likely to be more successful going forward than the 'leverage it up and take it private' model."

"After sitting down with Mr. Zell, I understood that he is not the person that most people want to believe he is," explained NREI's Editorial Director, David Bodamer. "He is a hard worker, knows the business from front to back and doesn't regret the decisions he's made."

"This exceptional article proves once again how National Real Estate Investor continually maintains its leadership as the number one news and information source in the industry," said Jonathan A. Schein- Practice Leader of Penton's Commercial Real Estate Group.

About Penton Media, Inc.

As a leading, independent, business-to-business media company, Penton knows business and how to create and disseminate the vital content that moves markets. Penton is where professionals turn to gain the critical insight, expert analysis, and relevant connections needed to compete and succeed. The Company is headquartered in New York City with approximately 1,100 employees across key locations throughout the world including New York; Cleveland; Chicago; Overland Park, Kansas; Boulder, Colorado; Fort Collins, Colorado; and Hong Kong. Penton is a privately held company owned by MidOcean Partners and U.S. Equity Partners II, an investment fund sponsored by Wasserstein & Co., LP, and its co-investors. For additional information on the company and its businesses, visit www.penton.com.

About National Real Estate Investor

National Real Estate Investor is the industry's leading digital and print source on commercial real estate trends and for readers representing a cross-section of disciplines -- brokerage, construction, owner/development, finance/investment, property management, corporate real estate, and real estate services. For additional information, visit www.nreionline.com.

CONTACT:
Neta Yoffe, Corporate Communications
Penton Media, Inc.
Phone: (212) 204-4259
Email: neta.yoffe@penton.com

SOURCE Penton Media, Inc.

Peninsula Realtor® Receives National Health Care Recognition

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:56:00 +0000

02/06/2012 // Woodside, CA, USA // DavidGowans // MD Preferred

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 700,000 physicians in the United States who work in excess of 60 hours per week. While their earning potential is the highest among any profession in the US, a blizzard of government regulations and a host of clinical and economic issues leave little time for a doctor to manage their professional and personal lives.

In response, an elite group of professionals is emerging as specialists to the medical community. In recognition of his work with area health care executives and physicians, David Gowans of Coldwell Banker has been named a MD Preferred Real Estate Agent. Each year, US Medical Specialties, Inc., a national medical consulting firm, recognizes excellence in service to the medical community in a number of disciplines including real estate, insurance, accounting, banking, financial and legal services. The goals of the MD Preferred Program for Real Estate include identifying, acknowledging and promoting agents who provide service excellence to the medical community.

David Gowans specializes in selling homes on the San Francisco Peninsula from Palo Alto to Burlingame. His unique military background and training allow him to provide top notch services to medical professionals that need to buy a new home or sell their existing home. “David is just unstoppable.” says Justin Fine, a recent client. “He follows up every detail, works until the job is done, and then comes back for more. It’s like having a highly skilled, butt-kicking professional as your personal assistant to take care of all the dirty work” Fine said. David’s service area includes Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Woodside, Redwood City, Redwood Shores, Atherton, Menlo Park, Belmont, San Carlos, San Mateo, Hillsborough, Foster City, Burlingame, and on occasion La Honda and the Half Moon Bay area.

Every MD Preferred real estate agent is selected for their commitment to serving the healthcare industry. They often work in close concert with other community based MD Preferred professionals helping area medical providers attract and retain talented physicians. MD Preferred agents are uniquely qualified to act as recruiting partners to area practice managers and hospital administrators. As partners they can tell the community story while the medical recruiter tells the clinical story. Their knowledge of the area and understanding of the special needs of physicians and their families saves everyone time and resources.

“We are proud of the recognition we have received. In an environment of critical physician shortage, we understand that most physicians considering a career in our community will make their decision based primarily on life style issues,” Mr. Gowans observed. “The last thing we want to have happen is for that prospective physician to go elsewhere because the local support services he or she needed were either not available, were unreliable or did not meet the expectations of the physician. We are always ready to meet with area physician groups to demonstrate how high net worth, high income professionals can access incredibly attractive financing and take advantage of the once in a life time values we’re seeing in today’s market.”

ABOUT DAVID GOWANS

David Gowans has been investing in real estate since 2000, and has been a licensed Realtor since 2007. With an extensive military background, David is all too familiar with the rigors of relocating to a new job and home. David currently practices real estate marketing and sales in San Mateo County, California, and services the areas surrounding Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, Mills Hospital in Burlingame, and Kaiser Hospital in Redwood City. For additional information contact David Gowans at 650-274-8700 or visit www.WoodsideAgent.com. For real estate news local to San Mateo County visit SanMateoCountyRealEstateNews.org .

ABOUT MD PREFERRED PHYSICIAN SERVICES

Each year the MD Preferred designation recognizes a diverse group of ‘doctor friendly’ professional service providers. MD Preferred providers can be found at an online resource center, www.MDPreferredServices.com. Access is available at no cost to the medical community. MD Preferred also manages one of the industry’s largest medical job boards, publishes a daily medical blog and distributes a monthly E-Newsletter to every residency and fellowship program in the country. For additional information contact Mike O’Malley at 800-260-8366.

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Angelo State University Opens Doors to New Recreation Center Expansion, Designed by SmithGroupJJR

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:35:00 +0000

Center for Human Performance Offers Enhanced Fitness Options, Dynamic Gathering Space

Angelo State University (ASU) has opened the doors to a new 22,000-square-foot recreation and wellness center in the heart of its San Angelo, Texas campus.

The $5.25 million, two-story Center for Human Performance, designed by SmithGroupJJR, opened in fall 2011 and provides students, staff and alumni access to enhanced fitness services and facilities.

Serving more than 7,000 students, the center's mission is to engage the campus community in recreation and wellness programs while fostering social interaction, sportsmanship, and leadership development.

Sharing space with the university's Department of Kinesiology, the center was designed to accommodate academic and training activities in addition to athletic and fitness programs. Amenities include a 9,000-square foot cardio/weight room and three-lane indoor track measuring 1/11 mile. Its most prominent features are a 40-foot tall rock climbing wall and 720-square foot bouldering structure. Firsts for the university, these elements have contributed to tripling the center's utilization rates.

"The climbing features have quickly turned the rec center into a popular new gathering spot on campus," said Bradley Petty, director of university recreation. "It definitely supports the university's retention goals."

Design Considerations
Sited along the campus' primary pedestrian axis, the building expansion brings new energy to an existing 85,000-square foot facility -- once home to ASU's basketball arena -- and adds a contemporary feel to the university's campus.

"Even though it was located on a prominent site, the original 1970s facility was pretty easy to miss," said Clint Menefee, architect at SmithGroupJJR's Dallas office. "People walking by had no idea what the building was used for. Our goal was to visually connect users to the center's dynamic activity."

SmithGroupJJR's designers replaced the facility's windowless block and brick north façade with a glass curtain wall. Highly utilized activity centers -- cardio equipment, weight systems and segments of the track -- were organized along the interior perimeter. The configuration offers increased visibility of the center's functions and engages pedestrians traveling along the east mall.

A custom-designed 18-foot by 92-foot mural system spanning the upper level of the building's interior south wall also adds visual interest and promotes recreation activities housed within.

The addition was designed in accordance with the university's master plan, updated in 2007. A palette of variegated brown brick, cast stone highlights, and bronze metal window mullions is consistent with neighboring facilities.

Project upgrades also included life safety systems. Additionally, biometric hand scanners were installed as a security feature, allowing the university to regulate access by user groups and programming schedules.

Construction was funded through student fees.

Background Information
Angelo State University is a member of the Texas Tech University (TTU) system and delivers undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and professional disciplines.

SmithGroupJJR's experience with TTU spans five campuses and also includes work at the school's academic sites and health sciences centers.

With 10 locations and 800 employees across the U.S., SmithGroupJJR's recreation and athletic field experience encompasses more than 5,000,000-gross square feet across a variety of fusion environments. Clients include Baylor University, Central Michigan University, Sam Houston State University, and Texas Woman's University. Among the firm's most noteworthy, recently completed projects are the 78,000-square foot Student Recreation Center at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas; the $30.6 million Barbara and David Gibbs Recreation & Wellness Center at Rice University in Houston, Texas; and the 100,000-square foot Boll Family YMCA in Detroit, Mich.

SmithGroupJJR is one of the largest architecture, engineering and planning firms in the U.S., ranked #1 for design quality based on design awards won in Architect magazine's 2011 annual best firms ranking. The firm is also the recipient of the 2011 Landscape Architecture Firm Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects. A national leader in sustainable design, SmithGroupJJR has 354 LEED professionals and 70 LEED certified projects.

Nicole Ingrassia
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469.232.5525

Amy Russeau
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313.442.8061

Angelo State University's Center for Human Performance, designed by SmithGroupJJR

Rent Your Own Vacation Property and Turn a Profit

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:25:20 +0000

02/06/2012 // Cincinnati, OH, USA // authorityseo // VACATION RENTALS FOR PROFIT

Many people own a second home or vacation condos and have them on rental programs. These rental programs rarely generate enough income for the home owner to cover the fees of renting their property. With property management companies charging fees as much as 35%, the home or condo owner is left with very little revenue. What if there was a way to achieve 50%, 60% or even 70% occupancy in you vacation rental? What if there was a system that allowed you to easily manage and book your own property?

Well there is way, VACATION RENTALS FOR PROFIT is a vacation rental website that shows you how to rent your own property and turn a profit. They are hosting a free informational seminar at the Sharonville Convention Center Saturday, FEB 25, 2012, 11:00 AM to 6:00PM.

The seminar is free to all vacation property owners and their spouses. Any vacation rental owner or anyone interested in buying a vacation rental will receive FREE admission to the seminar and all of its events. There is no obligations when register for or attend the event, this seminar is 100% free.

Not only is the event free but lunch will be provided for free by one of the events sponsors, Travel Guard.

But wait, it gets better, not only is the seminar free, your lunch is free, and everyone who attends will receive a free copy of “Vacation Rentals For Profit” by Author, Joe Godar. This book which sells for $28.95 and is yours free just for attending.

The seminar is an educational and informational event. Here is just a partial list of what will be covered at the Seminar:

-How to keep our units fully occupied.

-How to price your unit for success.

-How to advertise on the Internet.

-How to set your terms for you guest.

-How to use the booking site www.ivacationonline.com

-Tax advantages of owning real estate.

-Plus much more!

If you are thinking of buying a vacation rental, have had one for years or currently have a management company run it for you, this seminar is for you! Meet Joe Godar, industry professionals, and other home owners who have learned to start making a profit with their vacation property.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW!

Seats are limited. To register for the seminar simply follow this link and fill out the registration form online. Go to www.vacationrentalsforprofit.com/seminars.html/

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Binswanger and Kidder Mathews Named Exclusive Agent for Sublease of Class A Lab and Office Space in South San Francisco, California

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:55:00 +0000

Binswanger and Kidder Mathews have been named exclusive agents by Amgen, Inc. for the sublease of a two building Class A lab and office complex offering up to 250,000 sq. ft. on 8.84 acres in the Britannia Oyster Point II campus located at 331-333 Oyster Point Boulevard in South San Francisco, California.

Constructed in 2009 in a prime San Francisco Peninsula location offering excellent water views, easy access off of 101, and highly visible signage, the warm shell is complete and ready for tenant improvements. Key features include highly efficient 30,000 sq. ft. floor plates; robust base building construction with over-standard live loads; ceiling clear heights of 17'; two passenger elevators and a dedicated freight elevator per building; roof top equipment platforms in place and surface and covered parking for approximately 700 vehicles.

The buildings are located approximately one-half mile east of US Highway 101 (Bayshore Freeway) and four miles north of the San Francisco International Airport. A shuttle bus will operate between the complex and the nearby South San Francisco stations of CalTrain and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART).

Binswanger and Kidder Mathews are aggressively marketing the property to a variety of prospects including pharmaceutical, biotechnology and life science R&D users along with IT and Web 2.0 users.

Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, Binswanger is an international full-service real estate organization with offices worldwide throughout the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Kidder Mathews is one of the largest independently owned commercial real estate firms on the West Coast, with over 400 real estate professionals and staff in nine offices in Washington, Oregon, and California. The two firms have formed a strategic alliance partnership offering global corporate advisory services to clients located in the Washington, Oregon, and Northern California markets and for clients with requirements in the Northwest and Northern California.

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Yos Shiran, CEO of Caesarstone Global Group Announces the International Launch of the New Collection -- Supremo(TM)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:39:00 +0000

The New Collection, Launched Internationally, Offers Eight Stylish Colors of Exceptional Design With Patent Protected Technology. Like All Other Caesarstone Products, the Supremo Collection Enables Architects, Designers and Customers to Create a Unique Interior Finish Suitable for All Applications -- From Kitchen Countertops and Backsplashes to Wall Paneling, Vanity Tops, Flooring and Custom Made Furniture

Caesarstone Sdot-Yam Ltd., the pioneer and leading manufacturer of quartz surfaces, today announced the launch of its elegant Supremo™ collection. The international launch follows the successful distribution and growing demand in many countries including the USA, Canada, Australia, Israel and more.

Mirroring nature's endless diversity, each of the eight exceptionally designed premium surfaces has its own spectacular flow of colour and pattern. Some of the styles are translucent and can be backlit to create a soft, atmospheric effect. Just like an original work of art, every Supremo slab is a one-of a kind quartz surface. Consumers as well as Architects and Designers can create a unique atmosphere in the bathroom, kitchen or living areas -- and achieve an upscale look that reflects a specific personality, spirit, and lifestyle.

"The feedback from the international architect and designer's community following local launches of the Supremo in certain markets has been excellent," said Yos Shiran, Caesarstone CEO. "This is a further innovative collection of Caesarstone in-tuned with the evolving markets' needs. We expect to continue launching further colours in 2012 from each of our four company collections, which we believe customers will love to have in their homes and commercial spaces."

The Supremo collection includes the following colours: 'Fair Lady,' 'Ocean Palace,' 'Black Knight,' 'Queen of Hearts,' ' Queen of Sheeba,' 'Shining Armor,' 'Maharaja,' and 'Swan Lake.' More information is available on the Caesarstone website, Facebook page, and YouTube channel. You can also download the "Caesarstone" iPhone app from the Apple store.

About Caesarstone
www.caesarstone.com
Founded in 1987 near the ancient Roman city of Caesarea, Caesarstone manufactures high-quality, quartz surface slabs for a variety of uses and applications, such as bathroom vanities, flooring, countertops for kitchens and more. A quartz surface pioneer and global leader, Caesarstone creates surface slabs that are easy to transport, fabricate, install and maintain. They are scratch resistant, heat resistant, non porous, and maintain their lush for years. With an international distribution network, Caesarstone's quartz surfaces are readily available worldwide at global locations, and are accompanied by a comprehensive warranty and service.

Freddie Mac Announces K-706 Offering of K Certificates Backed Only by 7-year Multifamily Mortgages

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:25:51 +0000

Freddie Mac Announces K-706 Offering of K Certificates Backed Only by 7-year Multifamily Mortgages

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MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Freddie Mac (OTC: FMCC) today announced its sixth offering of Structured Pass-Through Certificates ("K Certificates") backed exclusively by multifamily mortgages with a 7-year term. The company expects to offer approximately $1.0 billion in K Certificates ("K-706 Certificates"), which are expected to price the week of February 6, 2012, and settle on or about February 28, 2012. This is Freddie Mac's second K Certificate offering this year.

The K-706 Certificates will be offered to the market by a syndicate of dealers led by J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Barclays Capital Inc. as co-lead managers and joint bookrunners for the transaction. Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, Guggenheim Securities, LLC, Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC will serve as co-managers for the transaction. The K-706 Certificates are backed by 61 recently-originated multifamily mortgages and are guaranteed by Freddie Mac. Rating agencies Fitch, Inc. and Moody's Investors Service, Inc. have been engaged to rate the three senior classes of K-706 Certificates, which are each expected to receive a rating of "AAA(sf)" and "Aaa(sf)", respectively, subject to on-going monitoring.

Freddie Mac is a leading issuer of agency-guaranteed structured multifamily securities. They feature a wide range of investor options with stable cash flows and a structured credit enhancement. K-Deals include guaranteed senior and interest only classes. The preliminary offering circular supplement relating to the K-706 Certificates can be found at http://www.freddiemac.com/mbs/data/k706oc.pdf.

Freddie Mac also has a new online tool for investors and analysts, Multifamily Securities Investor Access. This is a central database that houses all post-securitization data from Investor Reporting Packages to help investors and analysts monitor K-Deal performance.

This announcement is not an offer to sell any Freddie Mac securities. Offers for any given security are made only through applicable offering circulars and related supplements, which incorporate Freddie Mac's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on February 24, 2011, and all documents that Freddie Mac files with the SEC pursuant to Sections 13(a), 13(c) or 14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, excluding any information "furnished" to the SEC on Form 8-K.

Freddie Mac's press releases sometimes contain forward-looking statements. A description of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations expressed in these and other forward-looking statements can be found in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 and its reports on Form 10-Q and Form 8-K, filed with the SEC and available on the Investor Relations page of the company's Web site at www.FreddieMac.com/investors and the SEC's Web site at www.sec.gov.

Freddie Mac was established by Congress in 1970 to provide liquidity, stability and affordability to the nation's residential mortgage markets. Freddie Mac supports communities across the nation by providing mortgage capital to lenders. Over the years, Freddie Mac has made home possible for one in six homebuyers and more than five million renters. www.FreddieMac.com

SOURCE Freddie Mac

Frost & Sullivan Acclaims NETZSCH's Customer-Centric Business Goals That Resulted in Innovative Products and Solutions

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:25:00 +0000

End Users Across Various Verticals Appreciate the Technological Excellence and Flexibility of NETZSCH's Pump Solutions

Based on its recent analysis of the rotary positive displacement (PD) pump market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes NETZSCH with the 2011 Global Frost & Sullivan Award for Customer Value Enhancement. Befitting its status as a market leader, NETZSCH stands out for its customer focus and dedication to innovation. The company's novel products based on customer needs, increased performance and lower life-cycle cost through lower energy costs.

"NETZSCH differentiates itself from its competition by not only delivering innovative solutions for the water and wastewater segment, but also by identifying process challenges in nearly all industries and addressing them through tailored solutions," said Frost & Sullivan Senior Research Analyst Anand Gnanamoorthy.

It is the company's strategy to focus on especially demanding applications where their long-standing expertise in PD pumps benefit to their customers by offering innovative new products which target niche problems. Several examples are multiphase pumps for heavy oil transference, the B.Max pump for optimal blending before products enter the digester in the Biogas industry, pump systems specific to the fishmeal industry, and the company's recent development of pumping solutions for the mining industry.

One of the many prominent innovations from the company's product line is the M.Champ® series, which provides compact construction with robust performance in fluid handling. Its benefits include low pulsation, ability to handle fluids of varying viscosity without any changes in flow rate, and longer life.

Another exceptional product is the iFD-Stator®, which provides higher efficiency, longer stator life, and improved fluid handling. A pump with an iFD-Stator® delivers the same amount of flow as other brands of pumps, but uses up to 25 percent less energy. Moreover, this stator is designed with reusable components eliminating the problematic disposal of compound material to provide environmental protection which is supported by the German Environmental Foundation.

Apart from providing world-class products, NETZSCH also offers various consulting and custom-engineering solutions. The breadth of its solution portfolio and expertise accrued over 60 years enables NETZSCH to effectively support end users, contractors and engineering offices, who all acknowledge the company's ability to provide a total solution along with full service contracts.

In the PD pumps market, distributors account for 80 percent of total sales with direct sales comprising the remaining 20 percent. Consequently, most PD pump manufacturers lose the opportunity to interact with end users to better understand their unique process requirements. NETZSCH is an exception in the PD pump landscape, as it prefers direct sales where it is practical but also partners with factory-trained distributors.

"During the recent economic recession, many PD pump manufacturers downsized their sales force; NETZSCH, on the other hand, increased its sales force and R&D spending," said Gnanamoorthy. "This enabled the company to improve its presence and deliver more competence to customers across the world."

Moreover, due to its presence in emerging markets, NETZSCH was able to weather the recession more effectively than competitors that primarily focus on developed markets.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents this award to the company that demonstrates excellence in implementing strategies that proactively create value for customers with a focus on improving the return on investment. This award recognizes the company's focus on enhancing the value that its customers receive, beyond simply good customer service, leading to improved customer retention and, ultimately, customer base expansion.

Frost & Sullivan best practices awards recognize companies in a variety of regional and global markets for demonstration of outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analysis and extensive secondary research to identify best practices in the industry.

About NETZSCH

NETZSCH Pumps & Systems is one of the three business units within the German NETZSCH Group, an internationally operating, family-owned company, engaging in the manufacture of machinery and instrumentation with worldwide production, sales and service branches. Over 2500 employees at 130 NETZSCH-owned sales and production sites in 23 countries plus more than 200 distributors across the world guarantee that expert service is never far from the customer.

Netzsch is the only provider of positive displacement pumps who offers the full range of pump types from progressing cavity pumps, rotary lobe pumps, twin screw pumps, dosing systems, macerators and other equipment as well as specialized skids and systems for more information please visit www.netzsch.com

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation and leadership. The company's Growth Partnership Service provides the CEO and the CEO's Growth Team with disciplined research and best-practice models to drive the generation, evaluation, and implementation of powerful growth strategies. Frost & Sullivan leverages 50 years of experience in partnering with Global 1000 companies, emerging businesses and the investment community from more than 40 offices on six continents. To join our Growth Partnership, please visit http://www.frost.com.

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