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January 30, 2007
Buyers' Market Calls For Increased Creativity
With the current housing slump, homeowners, who are desperate to sell, are looking for creative ways to compete for buyers' attention. Many of the more aggressive techniques for selling a home are now being used out of necessity.
(PRWEB) January 30, 2007 -- With the current slow housing market, homeowners who are desperate to sell are being forced to look for unusual and creative ways to compete for buyers' attention.
Todays' Home Sellers are now, more frequently, using techniques like:
-Offering vacations, cars or other gifts to promote the sale of the home
-Hiring a "staging" company to strategically place fine furniture in the home, improving buyers' perception of the home
-Remodeling - including: removal of walls updating kitchens and bathrooms
-Adding patios, garages, deck, etc.
-Spending more on professional photos of the home
-Putting belongings in storage to reduce clutter
-Using additional alternative ways to market the home (newspaper ads, online advertising, traditional media, etc.)
-Adding a 1-year warranty to the sale of the home
To sell a home faster and for more money, today, it's going to take extra work and creativity to compete with the amount of homes on the market.
See a List of 50 Ways To Sell Your Home Faster and For More Money
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Close Like a Pro : Selling Strategies For Success by Nido Qubein is Released as an Audiobook by Gildan Media Corp
In this Audiobook Nido Qubein is showing how to boost anyone selling skills and build anyones career.
New York City, NY (PRWEB) January 30, 2007 -- A sales career can be the route to the good life, or a sentence to a life of frustration. It all depends on the way the salesperson thinks and performs.
Nido Qubein, a mega success story, who came to the United States as a teenager, with little knowledge of English, no contacts and only $50, shares with everyone his simple, but highly effective 12 step program for selling success.
Boost your selling power. Polish your selling savvy. Propel your career to better productivity performance and profitability. This complete course is for the Pro and novice alike.
It's time to get with the program, and Close Like a Pro!
• The Crucial Success Ingredient
• Make Your Prospects Sit Up and Take Notice
• Boost Your Selling Effectiveness
• Add Power to Your Persuasion
• Communicate Effectively: The Foundation of Selling Success
• Work Smarter, Not Just Harder
• Become Your Customer's Consultant
• Use Questions to Boost Your Sales
• You Can Focus for Maximum Impact
• Make Powerful Presentations
• Turn Objections into Sales
• Close Like the Pros
"Like Zig Ziglar, Quebein inspires listeners and readers to greater success with enthusiasm and energy." - Library Journal
Nido Qubein is president of High Point University with more than 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students in High Point, NC and chairman of Great Harvest Bread Company, which has 218 stores in 41 states. As one of America's foremost speakers on business management, leadership, communication, branding, and reculturing, he has traveled the globe addressing over 5,000 audiences to date. His numerous books and multimedia programs have been translated in over a dozen languages and sold worldwide. For Nido Qubein's complete learning resource center including dozens of free articles and self-evaluation quizzes, please visit www.nidoqubein.com.
About the Audiobook:
Title: Close Like A Pro
Author: Nido Qubein
Format: 4 CD/4 hours
Price: $19.98 (US) / $25.98 (CAN)
ISBN: 1-59659-075-6
Available: January 2007
Published by Gildan Media Corp. This audio title is available at all fine book retailers, on-line and as a download at iTunes and www.audible.com
* Also published this month by Gildan Media: The Small Business Bible, The Baron Son and The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity.
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Gildan Audio is a division of Gildan Media Corporation, a multimedia publisher of books, audiobooks and software. Gildan Audio titles are distributed to the trade by Hachette Book Group USA. More about Gildan Media can be found at www.GildanMedia.com.
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Online Real Estate Auction of Arizona Homes near Colorado River
Another real estate auction powered by the Freedom Realty Exchange. Move-in ready homes in the luxury resort-style community of Laughlin Ranch in Bullhead City, Arizona are to be sold by online auction. Fully furnished model homes with bids starting at $1.
NEWPORT BEACH, CA (PRWEB) January 30, 2007 -- Online real estate auction company, Freedom Realty Exchange, has recently launched an extensive campaign to sell by auction 15 homes in the resort community of Laughlin Ranch in Bullhead City, Arizona. This real estate auction marks the newest selling trend by home builders and developers finding themselves with surplus inventory in the continuing quiet market conditions.
"We know the buyers are out there. Auction marketing brings them to the surface," states Bill Lange, president, the LFC Group of Companies. "In slow market conditions, you need to separate your property from all others on the market, and that's exactly what our Freedom Realty Exchange auction marketing program does. While focusing attention on the property, it piques the interest of buyers and pushes them into action by creating a sense of urgency with a set bid deadline."
Combining over 30 years of auction experience and success with the advent of the Internet, the company launched LFC Online (www.LFC.com), a commercial real estate auction website, and then developed Freedom Realty Exchange (www.FRE.com) to serve the residential side of the real estate market.
"The main goal of an online real estate auction is to bring the maximum number of people in the shortest period of time to the website, and then allow the bidders to decide the true market value of the homes," continues Lange.
The auction event consists of 15, two and three bedroom homes, including three fully furnished model homes offered in absolute auctions with bids starting at $1. Located along the Colorado River, the community of Laughlin Ranch provides residents with luxury resort amenities such as an award-winning golf course, day spa and salon, fitness center, and an excellent restaurant. Bullhead City is on the Arizona side of the Colorado River, directly across from the bright lights of the Laughlin casinos and short drives to both Las Vegas and Lake Havasu.
For more information about the properties and auction details, visit www.fre.com/132R1
Freedom Realty Exchange - part of the LFC Group of Companies
For over 30 years, the LFC Group of Companies has auction marketed thousands of residential and commercial properties with an aggregate value well in excess of $2 billion. Now, the company through the Freedom Realty Exchange offers a unique combination of Internet technology, experienced real estate and marketing professionals, and decades of auction knowledge to deliver successful online auction marketing for the sale of residential, ranch, acreage and estate properties to domestic and international markets.
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H and H Lawncare Equipment Continues Rapid Growth
H and H Lawncare Equipment, LLC (http://www.hhlce.com) a retailer located in Haysville, KS has added several new lines of outdoor power equipment from Briggs and Stratton to their e-commerce website. The new equipment lines include Briggs and Stratton gas powered generators, pressure washers, water pumps and air compressors. Along with the addition of the Briggs and Stratton power equipment, H and H Lawncare Equipment has thousands of OEM and aftermarket parts for outdoor power equipment. If you are looking for parts to service your equipment; chances are H and H Lawncare Equipment can supply them.
(PRWEB) January 30, 2007 -- Just in time for the new year H and H Lawncare Equipment, LLC (http://www.hhlce.com) a retailer located in Haysville, KS has added several new lines of outdoor power equipment from Briggs and Stratton to their website. The new equipment lines include Briggs and Stratton gas powered generators, pressure washers, water pumps and air compressors.
Whether you are looking for a small Briggs and Stratton pancake air compressor for your home garage, a large commercial Briggs and Stratton water pump for out in the field or a Briggs and Stratton gas powered generator to maintain your home's power during an outage, H and H Lawncare Equipment has the equipment to meet your needs. Recent power outages across the U.S. remind us that it is always important to be prepared. Don't wait for your power to go out before thinking about purchasing a gas powered generator - often the towns hit hardest run out of generators long before the need for them subsides.
H and H Lawncare Equipment offers free shipping on all Briggs and Stratton outdoor power equipment. Their distributor receives large shipping discounts due to the unusually large volume of equipment they ship daily. Their distributor passes this discount on to them and they pay the discounted shipping for you.
H and H Lawncare Equipment goes one step farther by offering a tax free website. No sales tax means just that - You never pay sales tax on parts and equipment purchased through the H and H Lawncare Equipment website (http://www.hhlce.com). By law, H and H Lawncare Equipment has to charge sales tax for sales made in the same state where we have facilities. Because they only have one facility in one state they do not have to collect sales tax on the majority of their online sales. If you live in Kansas they will pay the sales tax on online purchases for you. They happily accept the loss hoping the simplicity will reward them with more happy customers.
Along with the addition of the Briggs and Stratton power equipment, H and H Lawncare Equipment has thousands of OEM and aftermarket parts for outdoor power equipment. If you are looking for parts to service your equipment; chances are H and H Lawncare Equipment can supply them. If you can not find the part you are looking for on their website you can complete their lawn mower parts lookup request form and they'll be happy to assist you.
About H and H Lawncare Equipment, LLC
H and H Lawncare Equipment opened in 1982, as a family run service facility. In 2003, H and H Lawncare Equipment moved to a much larger facility and added several new equipment lines. H and H Lawncare Equipment is an authorized servicing dealer for Dixon, Snapper, Echo, Shindaiwa, Briggs and Stratton, MTD, Murray and others. In 2004, H and H Lawncare Equipment added their website. In 2006, in order to accommodate the changing marketplace H and H Lawncare Equipment added e-commerce capabilities to their website. Although H and H Lawncare Equipment still operates as a family run business, outside hiring was necessary to accommodate the increase in business. H and H Lawncare is rapidly moving toward their goal of becoming the largest source of outdoor power equipment and lawn mower parts on the web. They have always prided themselves on reliable, honest service and exemplary customer service and are carrying on that tradition through their website. Whether you are looking for a new piece of equipment or parts to service your existing equipment, H and H Lawncare Equipment will go the extra mile to assist you in your needs.
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ConstructionDeal.com Now Offering Home Improvement Financing
Construction Deal, Inc, a top-rated web service that matches contractors to property owners with remodeling and construction projects, has announced a strategic partnership with a leading online home equity lender.
Encino, California (PRWEB) January 30, 2007 -- Construction Deal, Inc., a top-rated web service that matches contractors to property owners with remodeling and construction projects, has announced a strategic partnership with a leading online consumer direct lender. It has always been the goal of ConstructionDeal.com to help homeowners complete their projects and now, by offering a financing option, they are one step closer to their objective.
Construction Deal's new Loan Center offers home equity loans and lines of credit. In addition to using the ConstructionDeal.com website to find a quality contractor, the homeowner can arrange for financing to cover the expense of their kitchen remodel, home addition, or swimming pool installation. "Choosing to partner with a major lender was an easy decision. They will provide great savings to our homeowners, with competitive rates and limited transaction fees, as well as the best privacy protection policies in the industry," said Timothy Clark, Director of Business Development for Construction Deal, Inc. "We've created a convenient and efficient way for homeowners to turn their house into their dream home."
Construction Deal's Loan Center uses custom features to help homeowners choose and apply for the home improvement loan that best suits their needs. Users can fill out applications online and apply, at their convenience, twenty-four hours a day. The online system keeps homeowners informed of their loan status from application through funding. They will be able to choose from a home equity loan, which will allow them to have all their money up front, or a home equity line of credit, which will allow them to draw only needed funds (up to a specified limit.) While ConstructionDeal.com searches for contractors to bid on the job, the homeowners will know how much they can spend before they begin their improvement project.
About Construction Deal, Inc.
Construction Deal, Inc. has been helping homeowners and business owners complete their building, remodeling, and repair plans since 2004 through the website ConstructionDeal.com. They have a nationwide network of quality contractors and service professionals waiting to bid on jobs that are posted online. Property owners post residential or commercial projects for free and are matched to local experts, usually within 48 hours. Construction Deal, Inc., a trusted member of the Better Business Bureau, is the fastest growing construction referral service in the industry.
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Old Home Mold Removal Tips and Advice Offered by OldHouseWeb.com
70 percent relative humidity in a home can foster mold growth and create a potentially unhealthy living environment, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Advice from OldHouseWeb.com com reveals that the key to limiting and preventing mold is to control moisture and suggests that a moldy area greater than 10 square feet should be addressed by a professional. OldHouseWeb.com's column, "Cleaning Up Mold" (http://www.oldhouseweb.com/stories/Detailed/12108.shtml), offers guidance to homeowners of old homes about when to seek professional services and when mold issues can be taken care of by themselves.
(PRWEB) January 30, 2007 -- A home with high relative humidity above 70 percent can become a habitat for mold according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and OldHouseWeb.com advises seeking a professional to address moldy areas greater than 10 square feet.
The column, "Cleaning Up Mold" (http://www.oldhouseweb.com/stories/Detailed/12108.shtml), recommends that homeowners enlist professional services for older homes with mold problems, although smaller mold problems can be addressed by an individual. A how-to site offering ideas, articles and how-to resources to old-house enthusiasts, OldHouseWeb.com provides strategies to detect and control mold along with other tips for prevalent problems in older homes.
The EPA states, "Molds can be found almost anywhere; they can grow on virtually any substance, providing moisture is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet and foods."
OldHouseWeb.com's Controlling Mold section features several columns covering specific mold-related topics such as:
• Mold basics
• Fixing leaks and other methods of waterproofing
• Cleaning air ducts
• Hiring contractors
• Finding hidden mold
This section of OldHouseWeb.com makes a variety of recommendations to control mold. Ideas include installing exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms, using dehumidifiers, installing storm windows and fixing leaky pipes.
OldHouseWeb.com is a complete old-house remodeling interactive Web site offering old-house enthusiasts how-to resources spanning several industries from cabinetry to architecture. OldHouseWeb.com includes before and after renovation pictures, feature articles, a product showcase and an active forum featuring thousands of questions, solutions and successes.
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Canyon County Idaho Selects MobileDataforce® for Mobile Automated Building Inspection System
County seeks to control costs related to building inspections and to improve efficiency of field inspectors.
Boise, Idaho (PRWEB) January 30, 2007 -- MobileDataforce® a leading provider of business critical mobile software applications today announced they were selected by Canyon County, Idaho to provide a Mobile Automated Building Inspection system. The purpose of this mobile solution is to help control costs related to inspections by improving the efficiency of the County's building staff and the administrative staff they work with on a daily basis. This will be accomplished by replacing the paper based system for conducting and reporting inspections with an automated and mobilized system. The mobilized system will synchronize and integrate with the existing permitting and inspection request system used today.
The Mobile Automated Building Inspection system, using MobileDataforce's PointSync Mobility Platform, will dispatch to the inspectors' mobile devices a list of inspections to be conducted each day. While still on the construction site, inspectors will be able to file their reports and synchronize with the central office database.
Expected cost savings will come from reduced fuel consumption, reduced mobile phone usage, minimized overtime pay and reduced administrative work. Additional benefits will come from improved contractor communications, more accurate and timely reports and near-real time information.
About the PointSync Mobility Platform
PointSync Mobility Platform is an enterprise class solution used to rapidly design, develop and deploy field inspection applications. It is architected to provide database centric mobile inspection applications with bi-directional synchronization, GPS, barcode scanning, connectivity, security and enterprise database integration all within one solution.
About MobileDataforce
MobileDataforce is a global leader in the development of enterprise class and business critical field inspection applications for use on mobile handheld computers including Smart Phones, Tablet PCs and laptops. MobileDataforce has offices in Europe, North America and in Australia to support their expanding customer base and sales channels. Privately held, MobileDataforce has been mobilizing inspection processes since 2000. For more information, please visit our website at www.mobiledataforce.com.
USA Media Contact: Kevin Benedict
208-384-1200 x 250
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Home Equity Loan Broker Awarded Preferred Mortgage Broker Status for Second Consecutive Year from IHE
For the second consecutive year, BD Nationwide Mortgage Company was awarded "Preferred Broker" Status from Irwin Home Equity for home equity loans and 125% second mortgages. IHE announced last week that BD Nationwide was extended this award for their exceptional level of expertise for home equity loan origination. The preferred status gives BD Nationwide a significant edge because they are one of the few mortgage brokers in the country who can offer large home equity loans to a 125% loan to value. Most lenders and brokers are restricted to $50,000 or $75,000 loan amounts but BD Nationwide is able to offer these high LTV second mortgages for loan amounts ranging from $100,000 to $200,000 to qualifying borrowers across the country.
(PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- For the second consecutive year, BD Nationwide Mortgage Company was awarded "Preferred Broker" Status from Irwin Home Equity for home equity loans and 125% second mortgages. IHE announced last week that BD Nationwide was extended this award for their exceptional level of expertise for home equity loan origination. Last year, they were one of only three second mortgage brokers in the country granted this status.
The preferred status gives BD Nationwide a significant edge because they are one of the few mortgage brokers in the country who can offer large home equity loans to a 125% loan to value. Most lenders and brokers are restricted to $50,000 or $75,000 loan amounts but BD Nationwide is able to offer these high LTV second mortgages for loan amounts ranging from $100,000 to $200,000 to qualifying borrowers across the country.
IHE grants this competitive edge to brokers and lenders who continue to demonstrate a great understanding of their second mortgage product line. Irwin account executive, Dan Ambrose noted that "With this changing marketplace, having the ability to offer consumers 125% home loans for debt consolidation is imperative for hardworking families to save money by reducing their interest with low rate second mortgages." Ambrose continued "this is a significant opportunity for BD Nationwide to take their loan origination to the next level."
Noteworthy Guideline Expansion with Premier Loan Broker Status.
• Interest Rate reduction up to for all 125% home equity loan products
• Expanded loan amounts of up to $150,000 for all 125% 2nd mortgage products
• Expanded cash-out limits of up to $65,000 for all 125% loan products
At this time, BD Nationwide continues to offer fixed rate home equity loans, interest only second mortgages, prime rate home equity lines, and sub-prime second mortgages for borrowers with bad credit scores from high revolving credit debt or past bankruptcies.
About BD Nationwide Mortgage Company:
BD Nationwide Mortgage is a California mortgage company whose corporate headquarters are located in San Diego County. BD Nationwide specializes in affordable home mortgages and debt consolidation for homeowners seeking cash out refinancing or residential financing. The company niche remains focused on home equity loan and second mortgages . Always striving to reach their goals, BD Nationwide Mortgage is determined to help expand home financing solutions so more people in the U.S. can take advantage and become a homeowner.
To learn more and get additional loan information, please visit: Home Equity Loans
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National Coatings Launches Feature Rich E-Commerce Website
National Coatings announces the launch of their enhanced, customer focused website. This feature rich site offers the user the ability to purchase online, search throughout the site and enjoy many online features such as credit, approved applicator and warranty applications. The site has been proactively tailored to better meet the needs of roof contractors, roof consultants, architects and the online buyer.
Camarillo, CA (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- National Coatings announced today the release of their new feature rich website at www.nationalcoatings.com. The new site has been tailored to provide information by user type.
Architects and Roof Consultants will be able to quickly access specifications, product data sheets, cool roof resources, credentials and ratings in one area. Roofing Contractors will be able to quickly locate information on products, specifications, warranties and much more. Anyone who visits the site can sign up for the National Coatings monthly newsletter, submit a question in our Ask the Expert section or purchase materials online and have them delivered as early as the next morning.
The President of National Coatings, Matt Kolb, states that "We believe it's vitally important to our current and future customers that they are able to easily find the information on our site that helps them do their jobs quickly and efficiently. We've streamlined our warranty and credit application processes as part of this redesign and trust the customer finds it so easy to work with National Coatings that they just can't justify doing business anywhere else".
About National Coatings Corporation
Performance through Innovation™, National Coatings Corporation (Camarillo, CA) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of premium-quality elastomeric roof and wall coating products. For over 25 years, NCC has provided its customers with leading edge products, support, and thought leadership. National Coatings is a charter member of the Reflective Roof Coating Institute the Cool Roof Rating Council and the ENERGY STAR® Roof Products group, and was twice recognized as ENERGY STAR Roof Products Partner of the Year. NCC's leading brands include AcryShield®, AcryPly®, AcryPly-D™, AcryFlex® and White Armor™.
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Toxic Mold -- Wall Street Journal Uncovers Medical Association's Alleged Conflicts of Interest -- Advocacy Groups Call for Senate Investigation
Advocacy groups say they applied mathematical calculations to make the leap that human illness could not plausibly occur if one is exposed indoors. The leaders of ACOEM put their imprimatur on the statement. The insurance industry and its surrogates have since brandished it like the biblical jawbone of an ass. Advocacy Groups see this as an abuse of political clout and power that has harmed US Citizens.
Washington, DC (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- After years of working together to enlighten the public of the serious illnesses caused by mold, advocacy groups are thankful to the Wall Street Journal for bringing the matter to greater light. Upon completing a six month investigation, veteran Wall Street Journal reporter, David Armstrong, wrote of the leaders of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, ACOEM, permitting a litigation defense corporation, Veritox Inc (aka GlobalTox Inc) to author the association's policy paper regarding mold induced illnesses. The two Veritox authors were not prior members of the physician trade association. They are not physicians.
The Wall Street Journal article, Page One, January 9, 2007. "Amid Mold Suits, Experts Wear Two Hats" may be read at: online.wsj.com/article_print/SB116831654647871083.html -or-
www.ciphi.ca/forum/viewtopic.php?p=6500&sid=000cd0970ddb9be8716b84ba3baf8f9c
The American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine mold policy paper is at the heart of the contention over the Toxic Mold Issue. The paper claims to prove humans could not plausibly be exposed to enough mold toxins within a damp indoor environment to cause symptoms of ill health. "Highly unlikely at best, even among the most vulnerable of subpopulations" is what the non-physician authors wrote.
As referenced by the WSJ, to make this key finding, the authors borrowed data from one rodent study in which mold was forced into the trachea of rats. They then applied calculations to make the leap that human illness could not plausibly occur if one is exposed indoors. The leaders of ACOEM put their imprimatur on the statement. The insurance industry and its surrogates have since brandished it like the biblical jawbone of an ass. The finding carries much weight within the courts as it is portrayed to be the opinion of thousands of environmental physicians.
But the EPA and the Institute of Medicine, Damp Indoor Spaces Committee, have both identified the technique used by ACOEM to make the key conclusion, as non-acceptable methodology for determining existence or absence of human illness from indoor mold toxin exposure. The finding represents an affront to anyone with rudimentary logic skills. It is a complete non sequitur, where the premise does not support the conclusion.
Since the ACOEM mold paper's publication in November of 2002, it has saved worker's compensation insurers, property insurers, general liability insurers and building stakeholders, hundreds and hundreds of millions of dollars. Insurance industry surrogates - the paid witnesses - including some ACOEM members themselves - and the lawyers, have earned millions in fees. Of more importance, the sick receive no medical treatment and no compensation for devastated lives and financial ruin.
ACOEM is a medical trade association made up of approximately 7000 physicians. The organization writes evidence based protocol for the treatment of injured workers under the platform of Workers Comp Reform. Several of their evidence based conclusions are currently being used to determine what illnesses and injuries will and will not be treated and/or covered under workers compensation insurance guidelines.
In California, under State Senate Bill 889, ACOEM evidence based guidelines are also known as Medical Treatment Utilization Schedules, MTUS, and are the law that physicians must follow when determining treatment for their patients. ACOEM affiliated clinics, American Occupational and Environmental Clinics, are government funded through the Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry and a branch of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Institute of Occupational Safety & Health. (NIOSH).
The article points out several members of ACOEM serve as experts for the defense in mold litigation. They promote the legitimacy of the mold policy paper while billing as much as $700 per hour. The US Chamber of Commerce has promoted the document throughout industry by trumpeting it as scientific proof that serious mold induced illnesses are merely a result of "trial lawyers", "media reports" and "Junk Science".
When interviewed for the WSJ article, Dr. Jonathan Borak, overseer of the mold policy peer review process, indicated he was unaware the authors had conflicted interests. Yet, within the subpoenaed documents referenced within the WSJ article, was an email authored by him in Sept, 2002, Dr. Borak acknowledged he was aware the paper would have "currency in other ways and other places" for the authors. The email also referenced concern that the ACOEM mold paper was a "defense argument" that would be turned into "garbage" if rejected by the Board of Directors.
Although reported to exist, the mold policy paper authors' conflict disclosure statements were never made available to the members of ACOEM, even when requested. Within the subpoenaed emails referenced within the WSJ article, was one written in 2003. An ACOEM member wrote, "Related to this topic, some weeks ago many of us on the list were anticipating the conflict of interest statements from the JOEM [Journal of ACOEM in regard to the authors of the 'Mold Statement' adopted by the ACOEM. It seems they got lost in the mail. This question arises if this is just an oversight, or if such a disclosure of conflicts is purposeful, as many of us who are members of ACOEM who actually see patients with mold exposure were excluded from the discussion."
Needless to say, consumer, worker, health and environmental advocacy groups are calling for a senate investigation and will be on the Hill this week requesting the investigation.
Sharon Kramer
Mycotic Disease Awareness
760-822-8026
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Source One Management Services, LLC Announces Wireless Management Program
Clients ask for help in managing cell phones, Blackberries and other wireless devices.
Willow Grove, PA (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- Rapid growth in wireless devices over the last five years has left companies searching for resources and methodologies to manage the spend category. Wireless spend is increasing in significance for many companies as these devices become pervasive. Tracking device inventory, active users and coordinating wireless plan minutes is evolving into a time consuming and costly task that most companies don't have the time or resources to get to.
In response to this dilemma, Source One is rolling out a comprehensive program to assist companies in gaining control of their wireless spending. The five actions for managing a wireless network:
• Validate inventory and verify periodically that every service and line billed is assigned to a valid user.
• Centralize the administration process so that specific individuals make changes or initiate new orders.
• Review usage and usage patterns to confirm proper rate plans and promotions for:
- Peak minute usage
- International LD and Roaming
- Unlimited Nights and Weekends
- Data Services
- Add-on services
Each carrier requires a slightly different investigation. This Review should be done monthly.
• Evaluate new carrier plans and promotions. This should be done monthly.
• Create and monitor contract expiration list. This should be done at least twice yearly.
"We believe that this broad program will help companies to reduce wireless costs while providing better control and management of wireless devices", said Steven Belli, CEO of Source One.
Source One has been at the forefront of supply chain transformation and enablement for the past 15 years assisting companies in strategic sourcing as a Procurement Service Provider. "During our history we have developed subject matter expertise and sourced over one hundred categories. Recently we have made online Sourcing and RFP tools available to everyone with the release of the Free RFx and Reverse Auction web www.WhyAbe.com ", said William Dorn, Director Operations of Source One.
About Source One Management Services, LLC
Source One is a Procurement Service Provider that has been assisting companies with their strategic sourcing requirements for 15 years. Engagements with Source One may include spend consolidation, assistance with statements of work, identification of alternate suppliers, market and supply research, RFP management, price and terms negotiations, and contract recommendations. A small sampling of the categories that Source One has successfully sourced include: Advertising, Benefits, Chemicals, Direct Materials, Freight, Hardware, Insurance, Material Handling, MRO, Packaging, Small Parcel, Software, Telecommunications, Travel, Treasury Services, Uniforms, & Utilities. Clients average 18% savings across all product and service categories. In order to best service their clients, Source One provides flexible fee options for their consulting services. Clients can choose between contingency (gain sharing) based, fee for service or a hybrid. For more information, visit www.SourceOneInc.com or call 215-902-0200.
About WhyAbe.com
WhyAbe.com is an on-demand web sourcing tool that can be used by any organization or individual in any industry. WhyAbe allows buyers to post their specifications in a RFP / RFQ format and invite suppliers to provide quotes. Buyers have the ability to communicate with multiple suppliers at once and view all responses in the WhyAbe dashboard. Registering and using most e-sourcing platforms require a large ramp-up period and/or a large deployment budget. With these platforms, the cost of rollout can often mitigate any cost savings opportunities. WhyAbe's quote tracking system assists companies reach compliance with Sarbanes Oxley. Obtaining value from WhyAbe is instant. There is no software to install or PC's to configure. A computer equipped with the latest version of Internet Explorer or Firefox provides immediate access to the comprehensive and user friendly tool. WhyAbe provides a free download of the Firefox software on its homepage. WhyAbe is available immediately for free on the web @ www.WhyAbe.com.
For additional information, contact:
Abe Podolak
Chief Supply Strategist
Source One Management Services, LLC
724 Fitzwatertown Road
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Phone: 267-913-6242
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ANYK Design Blends Luxury and Sweat for Prestigious Sitaras Fitness Facility
ANYK, renowned New York-based Interior Architecture & Design firm, announces the completion and grand opening of Sitaras Fitness in Midtown Manhattan. ANYK blends modern utility and refined contemporary luxury to achieve owner and fitness expert John Sitaras' vision for this stylish training facility.
New York, NY (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- ANYK, renowned New York-based Interior Architecture & Design firm, announces the completion and grand opening of Sitaras Fitness in Midtown Manhattan. ANYK blends modern utility and refined contemporary luxury to achieve owner and fitness expert John Sitaras' vision for this stylish training facility.
The ANYK team, lead by principals Anurag Nema and Orit Kaufman, was commissioned by Sitaras to create a "no frills" environment that focused on serious exercise yet evoked a sense of understated elegance to appeal to his upscale, professional clientele. To achieve this, ANYK combined a clean, modern design with a rich palette of materials: chocolate-brown oak, deep cream colors, textured porcelain tiles, light blue glass accents and blue leather seating. "The main exercise floor has clean lines, natural light and open ceilings, to encourage clients to focus on the equipment and task at hand, the workout," Nema explains. "The locker rooms and reception areas provide a sense of luxury and sophistication."
While sophisticated materials and top of the line equipment were used throughout the entire facility, ANYK also placed additional amenities in the ladies' locker room to give Sitaras' female clientèle a little extra pampering. Recessed banquette seats wrapped in soft blue leather and separated by solid wood lockers provide a comfortable, private refuge after a tough workout session.
"The space had to match the constant reach for perfection and dedication to personal improvement that is shared by Sitaras and his clients," Nema states. "We combined a design that focused on form and function with materials of the highest quality and elegance to give the Sitaras Fitness facility a feeling of luxurious functionality."
About ANYK
ANYK is a boutique Interior Architecture & Design firm based in New York City. Lead by founder Anurag Nema, ANYK creates innovative, contemporary designs that combine modern concepts, luxurious details and cultural awareness. Specializing in hospitality, residential, and commercial spaces, ANYK combines cutting edge style with the highest quality materials and details to deliver award winning, unique, and enduring design projects. For more information, visit www.anykdesign.com.
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Sorrento Asset Management Acquires BridgeStreet Worldwide from Interstate Hotels & Resorts
Sorrento Asset Management, a Dublin-based, privately held, investment group, today announced that it has acquired BridgeStreet Worldwide, a leading international provider of corporate housing (referred to as serviced apartments throughout Europe), from Interstate Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: IHR) for approximately $40.5 million.
Dublin, Ireland and Arlington, VA (Vocus/PRWeb ) January 29, 2007 -- Sorrento Asset Management, a Dublin-based, privately held, investment group, today announced that it has acquired BridgeStreet Worldwide, a leading international provider of corporate housing (referred to as serviced apartments throughout Europe), from Interstate Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: IHR) for approximately $40.5 million.
"Over the last several years, BridgeStreet has operated a number of our properties in Europe and the United States. As we became familiar with their strengths, we saw the strategic opportunity to combine our global real estate activity with BridgeStreet's proven management team," said Bryan Turley, Sorrento's chief executive officer. "The combination into a single organization will translate into significant synergies, and creates additional opportunities for BridgeStreet. We see BridgeStreet, which will be our management division, as a catalyst for strategic growth. In addition to operating our current properties, we will continue to pursue strategic acquisitions in key U.S. and European markets."
"Our partnership with Sorrento will open doors to multiple capital sources, which will allow us to fund our ongoing and future growth plans," said Lee Curtis, president and newly named CEO of BridgeStreet. "We remain committed to our clients and associates and are very enthusiastic about the opportunities this merger brings to both. We will remain a U.S.-based company, with our full management team remaining in northern Virginia."
Turley noted that BridgeStreet had successfully implemented a major turn-around program over the past few years. "Curtis and his team have re-energized the company by concentrating on high potential, tier-one markets, by increasing revenues and profitability and through significantly expanding their global accounts. We foresee significant upside growth potential."
In 2006, BridgeStreet introduced a number of client-friendly programs, including enhanced guest service packages in major markets, a state-of-the-art, integrated supplier management tool, a new luxury bedding program and the industry's first mapping and point of interest Web-based tools. As a result, guest satisfaction scores rose more than 17 percent.
The acquisition was financed by Credit Suisse, and Cantor Fitzgerald and DLA Piper acted as financial and legal advisor to Sorrento, respectively.
BridgeStreet Worldwide is one of the world's largest corporate housing providers. BridgeStreet and its network of Global Partners offer approximately 10,000 corporate apartments located in over 100 MSAs throughout the United States and 50 cities internationally. An award winner both in the U.S. and Europe, BridgeStreet properties meet uncompromising standards of quality, comfort and service. For more information about the company or to learn more about how BridgeStreet is Making Corporate Housing Easy, visit www.bridgestreet.com or call 1-800-BSTREET.
Based in Dublin, Ireland, Sorrento Asset Management is a leading provider of wealth management products and services, focused primarily on return on equity transactions. Formed in 2004, Sorrento's strength comes from its ability to structure high quality, off-market residential and commercial property transactions with guaranteed yields and full management, giving investors turn-key investment solutions. The company's investment products and services include a significant property portfolio in the U.K., Ireland, Europe and the U.S., structured products and private finance transactions, equity investments and pre-and post-retirement funds.
Contact:
Jerry Daly or Carol McCune
Daly Gray Public Relations (Media)
(703) 435-6293
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HOK Chairman Bill Valentine Receives 'Legend' Award At Annual Interior Design Awards
Honor recognizes architect's positive influence on commercial design and sustainability during his 45-year HOK career.
New York (Vocus/PRWeb ) January 29, 2007 -- In recognition of his 45-year commitment to design excellence and sustainable design leadership, HOK Chairman Bill Valentine, FAIA, LEED® AP, accepted the "Legend" Award at the 28th Annual Interiors Awards, hosted by Contract magazine January 26 in New York City. Presented annually since 2002, the Legend honor recognizes individuals whose lifetime achievements have contributed in some significant way to improving the practice of commercial interior design and architecture.
Valentine joined HOK in 1962 and is currently based in the firm's San Francisco office. A vocal advocate for sustainability within the firm and profession, Valentine actively promotes his definition of "good design" as a simple idea, elegantly executed and inspiring, with social significance and in harmony with the environment. His diverse, award-winning design portfolio includes projects representing the Corporate, Education, Justice, Aviation, and Science + Technology sectors.
"The Legend Award is a fitting tribute to a man who has had a profound positive impact on numerous clients, colleagues and the next generation of architects," says HOK CEO Patrick MacLeamy.
Valentine's notable projects include the Biogen Idec Research and Development Campus in San Diego; Natural Science Building at the University of California, Irvine; Nortel Campus in Ottawa, Canada; Adobe Systems Inc. World Headquarters in San Jose; Levi's Plaza in San Francisco; Microsoft Augusta Site Campus in Redmond, Washington; Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco; Phoenix Municipal Courthouse; and King Khaled International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
"Through Bill's ongoing commitment to excellence in commercial design, including his recent focus on sustainable building practices, he has raised the standards for the industry, and continues to set an important example for other design professionals to follow," says Jennifer Busch, editor in chief of Contract magazine.
Valentine earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from North Carolina State University and a Master of Architecture degree from Harvard University. A Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, he is a frequent speaker and author on sustainable design topics.
HOK is a global architectural firm that specializes in planning, design and delivery solutions for buildings and communities. Through its collaborative network of 25 offices worldwide, the firm serves diverse clients within the corporate, commercial, public and institutional markets. HOK is committed to developing resources and expertise to help lead the world toward sustainable communities and building environments. Founded in 1955, the firm's expertise includes architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, lighting, graphics, facilities planning and assessment, and construction services.
Contact:
Mike Plotnick
314.754.4315
www.hok.com
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Ohio New Home Builder, Dominion Homes Inc, Renews Credit Agreement
Central Ohio new home builder secures $35 million revolving line of credit to prepare for growth when real estate housing market rebounds.
Dublin, OH (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- Ohio based new home builder, Dominion Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ:DHOM) today announced that effective December 29, 2006 it completed a four-year renewal of its credit facility that was scheduled to mature in May 2007. The newly amended and restated agreement, which matures December 29, 2010, provides additional borrowing capacity and is structured to move the home building Company's business plan forward.
The amended agreement includes a $35 million revolving line of credit, a $110 million senior note, and a secondary or mezzanine note of $90 million. The Company believes that this new agreement will provide adequate liquidity to weather an anticipated loss in 2007 as a result of the weak housing market, and to respond aggressively when the market rebounds.
For the renewal period, the interest rates on the senior note are comparable to the rates on the previous facility (9.60% compared to 9.25%). The new secondary note bears interest at a fixed interest rate of 15% and includes stock purchase warrants which, if exercised, would represent approximately 15% of the Company's fully-diluted common shares.
The Company's new line of credit results in immediate availability of approximately $18.2 million in additional borrowings that can be used to fund day-to-day working capital needs. Private investment funds Silver Oak Capital, LLC and certain private investment funds affiliated with Silver Point Finance, LLC are the lenders for the credit facilities.
In October 2006, a number of the Company's lenders exercised their right to assign their interest to third party lenders including some of the investment companies named above. The last two months have provided for a smooth transition to this new group of lenders. Huntington National Bank will continue to serve as an Administrative Agent.
"We are very pleased with the successful renewal of our credit facility," said Douglas G. Borror, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Ohio based new home builder. "Our communities are the foundation on which we have built our reputation. We now have the long-term financing in place to prepare for growth when the market rebounds and to continue implementing our strategic plans. Today, the housing market remains a challenge, but our credit facility enables us to assure our customers, vendors and shareholders that we have a sound capital structure that we believe will enable us to withstand the market and plan for the future," said Borror. "We expect to continue to command a significant share of our markets."
The real estate market has been especially hard hit in the Midwest. Dominion Homes has responded by reducing its land acquisition, development activities and expenses. The Company believes that the renewal and restructuring of its credit facility represents a significant piece in its strategic financial plan.
Dominion Homes, building homes since 1952, offers a variety of new homes, which are differentiated by size, price, standard features and available options. Dominion builds starter homes, single-family move-up homes and condos in Central Ohio, Louisville and Lexington. The Company's homebuilding philosophy focuses on providing its customers with unsurpassed products, quality, and customer service. Additional information about the Company and its new homes is located on its website www.dominionhomes.com.
Certain statements in this news release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to, changes in national or local economic conditions, changes in the local or national homebuilding industry, changes in federal lending programs, fluctuations in interest rates, increases in raw materials and labor costs, levels of competition and other factors described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2005, and in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2006. All forward-looking statements made in this press release are based on information presently available to the management of the Company. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
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Rising Need for Local Home Improvement Search Tools Met by LocalPlusNetwork.com
As part of the recent record-breaking remodeling trend, consumers will increasingly hunt for home renovation companies. LocalPlusNetwork.com has developed a new search tool to help consumers locate companies nearby, making home improvement easier.
(PRWEB) January 29, 2007 --With the remodeling market recently seeing the strongest five years in its history, as reported by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), more and more consumers are looking for local contractors for their renovation projects. The remodeling market is projected to keep booming for the long-term, with an anticipated growth rate of 5 percent a year over the next decade. LocalPlusNetwork.com (http://www.localplusnetwork.com), which connects local businesses and homeowners seeking specific home services, has a new search tool to assist people in their local home improvement search.
"The Internet is an invaluable tool for finding contractors," said Allison Beatty, founder of home improvement site RenovatorsPlace.com. "Web sites such as LocalPlusNetwork.com have streamlined search options that make finding a local contractor a breeze."
In 2005, U.S. consumers dished out $215 billion on home improvement. That number is projected to rise by over ten billion a year, topping $359 billion by 2015, according to Gopal Ahluwalia, NAHB vice president of research. Maintenance and energy savings-related remodeling will command the largest share of the renovation market. With respect to major improvement projects, consumers in 2005 continued to embark most often on kitchen and bathroom remodeling, trailed by room additions, whole house overhauls and window and door replacement.
LocalPlusNetwork.com has met the growing demand for local home improvement searches with its new city/state directory (http://www.LocalPlusNetwork.com). The search tool lists home improvement companies serving local areas nationwide. The site offers consumers a network linking companies from a variety of home service industries including:
• Bathrooms
• Doors
• Kitchen
• Windows
Within each of these categories, consumers can search by style, locate experts, request brochures and even request an estimate--as well as browse featured articles.
Although the recent slowdown in home construction may indicate a decline in spending on additions and alterations, home remodeling is less cyclical than new construction, says Kermit Baker of Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies, as quoted in the Nation's Building News. Generally, homeowners tailor their homes to suit their tastes several years after purchase. That means the more than 30 million homes purchased in the past five years should fuel the home renovation market for some time.
LocalPlusNetwork.com is an established and respected online network that puts businesses in front of thousands of local homeowners who are actively looking for specific home services.
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New Sliding Patio Doors By AMSCO Windows Expand Views to Invite The Outdoors Into The Home
AMSCO Windows announces the addition of 3- and 4-panel sliding patio doors in both the Heritage Series vinyl and Renaissance Series composite patio door lines. Plus, with the addition of a new vinyl French style sliding patio door AMSCO offers a design and configuration to meet any home's decor.
Salt Lake City (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- Architects and builders now have more choices with sliding patio doors by AMSCO Windows® to help bring the outdoors into their homes. New for 2007 are additional designs, sizes and options that will add a distinctive element to their homes. Each AMSCO sliding patio door entranceway is manufactured to create an inviting entrance to any home's patio, deck or courtyard.
Renaissance Series sliding patio doors
AMSCO has added new three-panel and four-panel configurations to its Renaissance® Series composite sliding patio door line. With sizes up to 16' wide and 8' tall, homeowners can select these sliding patio doors in multiple configurations to best suit their home's design. Renaissance Series sliding patio doors feature narrow sash and frame profiles that offer homeowners a maximum viewing area.
http://www.amscowindows.com/renaissanceseries_doors.asp
Heritage Series sliding patio doors
With the addition of a new four-panel sliding patio door in the Contemporary style, AMSCO has added a new French rail style sliding patio door. The new Heritage Series French style sliding patio door is available in two-, three- and four-panel configurations and boasts a 6-1/2" bottom rail height for a more natural French rail style look. The Heritage Series sliding patio doors are available in sizes up to 16' wide and 8' tall in both the Contemporary and French styles.
http://www.amscowindows.com/heritageseries_doors.asp
"Many times, entertaining is done in connection with the home's patio or deck," said Steve Sullivan, director of marketing at AMSCO Windows. "The patio has become a place to entertain and cook, whether it's to host birthday parties, holiday events or just hang out. A uniquely designed patio entranceway can make a home feel bigger by bringing the outdoors in and all the fun that comes with it."
Designers can create their own masterpiece for their patio entranceway with AMSCO through the multiple features and options available:
Sizes - Customers may specify custom sizes in two-, three- and four-panel configurations in both the Heritage Series and Renaissance Series sliding patio doors.
Door panels - Panels on the Heritage Series French style sliding patio door are available with standard 4-1/2" stiles and a 6-1/2" bottom rail for a more natural French style look. The Renaissance Series and Heritage Series Contemporary sliding patio doors offer a narrow frame and sash that allows a maximum viewing area for a more traditional look.
Colors - White, Almond and Taupe are available on all of AMSCO's sliding patio doors. In addition, Heritage Series Contemporary style sliding patio doors offer a Bronze exterior with a White interior. And, with the Renaissance Series, a Pine Wood veneer interior is also available.
Optional Hardware - Standard handle hardware is color matched to the frame for a uniform look. And, coming soon, designers and homeowners will have the option of selecting a variety of plated finishes to match any home's décor.
Grids/Grilles - Grids between the glass are offered in both the Heritage Series and Renaissance Series sliding patio doors. In addition, simulated divided light grilles are available with the Renaissance Series for a more traditional look. Interior grids are available in flat or sculptured profiles while exterior grilles are available in a sculptured profile only.
Operation - Designers and architects can choose from different panel configurations that best suit the home's functionality. By offering the flexibility for specifying the location of the operating panels, customers are better equipped to make the home's layout and available space meet their needs.
Complementary Sidelites and Transoms - Sidelites and transoms are available and may be added to any sliding patio door to allow architects and contractors to create unique, light-filled patio door entranceway combinations.
Each sliding patio door is manufactured to exacting dimensions and quality. They feature the highest quality hardware and come with AMSCO's full lifetime warranty that coversboth materials and labor for as long as you own your home. To find out how AMSCO's new sliding patio doors can help turn your home into a masterpiece, visit http://www.amscowindows.com.
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, AMSCO Windows has a strong heritage with more than 50 years in the window industry bringing innovative products and services to market for dealers, builders and homeowners. As a growing company setting the pace for the emerging composite window industry, AMSCO prides itself on adding aesthetics and functionality to a homeowner's most prized possession - their home. For more information, please visit http://www.amscowindows.com or call 1 (888) 82-AMSCO.
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New Asbestos Laws Protect Employees
The New Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 came into force Nov 13th 2006 and consolidate 3 previous sets of regulations. In response to the New Regulations Euro Environmental Ltd, launched Asbestos LocatorTM , A web based asbestos management system designed to assist organisations in complying with the regulations.
(PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- The New Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 came into force Nov 13th 2006 and consolidate 3 previous sets of regulations.
Some of the changes that were introduced include specific mandatory training for anyone who may risk being exposed to asbestos during there work, Introduction of a singular control limit and practical guidelines for the determination of 'Sporadic & Low Intensity asbestos works'.
In response to the New Regulations Euro Environmental Ltd, launched Asbestos LocatorTM , A web based asbestos management system designed to assist organisations in complying with the regulations.
Lee Hall Managing Director of Euro Environmental said "The system was designed in response to our customers demands for a simple management system that would enable effective in house management of asbestos containing materials".
Another change brought about by the introduction of these regulations is the removal of textured coatings from the list of notifiable products. In essence this means that organisations are no longer required to use an asbestos licensed contractor to remove these materials. Companies should however exercise caution, the removal of textured coatings should still be carried out in accordance with HSE approved codes of practice and few non licensed companies have the skills and knowledge to do this effectively. Consideration should also be given to the contractors insurance which must cover them for works with asbestos materials.
For further advice on any of the aspects covered in this article visit www.euroenvironmental.co.uk.
Notes to editors:
Euro Environmental is a specialist asbestos and workplace monitoring consultancy and laboratory with offices in Rotherham, Sheffield and Coventry.
It has a total of 34 specialist staff based at 3 regional offices across the UK, providing a wide range of services from asbestos management and removal to surveying, training and laboratory analysis.
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Kitchen Cabinet Photos: Custom Kitchen Cabinets Change the Face of Remodeling
Minor kitchen remodeling has topped the charts of renovation projects for which homeowners can recoup expenses. Therefore, homeowners are seeking out small renovations to maximize their remodeling investments. FaceYourKitchen.com meets this need by helping consumers customize and reface their kitchen cabinets, thereby avoiding the expense of a full kitchen renovation.
(PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- According to the 2006 Cost vs. Value Report detailed in Remodeling Magazine, minor kitchen remodeling is one of the number one home renovation investments. On average, minor kitchen remodeling resulted in 85.2 percent of the cost recouped at resale, more than a 5 percent increase over major kitchen revamping. These statistics encourage homeowners to choose less extensive kitchen overhauls, and they can find the help they need on top kitchen cabinet refacing site FaceYourKitchen.com. FaceYourKitchen.com helps consumers undertake a minor kitchen renovation with articles, tools, and before and after photos related to custom kitchen cabinets and cabinet refacing (http://www.faceyourkitchen.com).
One recent article on FaceYourKitchen.com, "How One Homeowner Customized Her Kitchen with Cabinets," provides readers with before and after photos of a kitchen with new custom kitchen cabinets. In the article, homeowner Sharon McLeod discusses her recent renovation process in detail, from selecting among kitchen cabinet styles and hiring a contractor to her satisfaction with the final result (http://www.faceyourkitchen.com/interviews/how-one-homeowner-customized-her-kitchen-with-cabinets.php).
McCleod appreciates the range of choices available, "With custom kitchen cabinets, you can do whatever you want. They give you all sorts of kitchen cabinet ideas. It's like we have a brand new kitchen. We kept the floor, kept the walls and everything, but having custom kitchen cabinets is really like having a new kitchen"(http://www.faceyourkitchen.com/interviews/how-one-homeowner-customized-her-kitchen-with-cabinets.php.)
For home resale, a minor kitchen remodeling project "raises the value dramatically," Sacramento real estate professional Steve Walker told Realtor.org. Consumers embarking on a minor update shouldn't "underestimate the importance of cabinets," Kate Schwartz editor of Kitchens.com told Realtor.com. "Your cabinets' door style and color will have the most impact on your new kitchen's palette by making the strongest visual statement."
FaceYourKitchen.com is a top kitchen cabinet refacing and custom kitchen cabinet information resource. The site features hundreds of informative articles about kitchen cabinets and cabinet refacing, including costs and value, styles and colors and a contractor directory to help homeowners change the face of their kitchen.
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Avalon Doors to Supply Custom Doors to the Hotel Del Coronado Expansion
Avalon Doors to supply custom doors to the Hotel Del Coronado Expansion.
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- Avalon Doors, LLC a custom door manufacturer based in Encinitas, California has been selected to supply 100 Custom Entry Door Systems to the world famous Hotel Del Coronado, located in the island of Coronado, near San Diego.
The Hotel Del Coronado has recently introduced 35 Luxury whole-ownership, limited-term-use cottages, known as Beach Village along its award winning beach. "For the first time in the resort's 118 year history, it will be possible to own your place at the Hotel Del," says General Manager Todd Shallan.
As a National Historic Landmark, the Hotel Del has a rich and colorful heritage. From Marilyn Monroe to Charles Lindbergh, from state dinners to the ghost of Kate Morgan, The Del is a fascinating American treasure with over 118 years of stories to tell.
"Avalon Doors is thrilled to be selected for the expansion of this historical landmark" says David Fitzgerald, President of Avalon Doors. We take tremendous pride in our selection and the painstaking attention to detail exhibited on this project.
Avalon Doors LLC specializes in new construction and provides factory direct pricing to both home owners and the trades. Our showroom is located at 1542 Encinitas Blvd. Encinitas, CA. 92024. Visit our web site at www.avalondoors.net
Press Contact:
David Fitzgerald
Tel: 760-633-1474
http://www.avalondoors.net
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Avalon Doors Selected to Supply Custom Doors to the New Home Models of the Trump Oceanfront Estates Los Angeles
Avalon Doors selected to supply custom doors to the new home models of the Trump Oceanfront Estates Los Angeles.
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) January 29, 2007 -- Avalon Doors, LLC a custom door manufacturer based in Encinitas, California has been selected to supply Custom Doors to the Trump National Estates. Trump National Estates will total thirty-eight to fifty estates when completed.
The Estates at Trump National Golf Club will be the finest development on the California coast," proclaimed Donald Trump. "With their spectacular ocean views and the best golf course in California, where all 18 holes front on the ocean, these homes are sure to attract the most discerning buyers who are seeking both luxury and privacy."
"Avalon Doors is thrilled to be selected for this world-class project" says David Fitzgerald, President of Avalon Doors. "We take tremendous pride in our selection and we are excited that our company has been chosen to provide a Luxury product that is synonymous with the name Trump."
Avalon Doors LLC specializes in new construction and provides factory direct pricing to both home owners and the trades. Our showroom is located at 1542 Encinitas Blvd. Encinitas, CA. 92024. Visit our web site at www.avalondoors.net
Press Contact:
David Fitzgerald
Tel: 760-633-1474
http://www.avalondoors.net
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Atlanta Based Moore Colson, CPA Admits Two New Partners
At a recent firm function, Managing Partner Greg Colson announced the admission of Michael J. Anderson - Partner, Tax Services, and Bret Roy - Partner, Practice Development. Both Mike and Bret are top performers and dedicated to the firm.
Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) January 28, 2007 -- Atlanta based accounting firm Moore Colson recently announced the admission of two new partners. At a recent firm function, Managing Partner Greg Colson announced the admission of Michael J. Anderson - Partner, Tax Services, and Bret Roy - Partner, Practice Development. "Both Mike and Bret are top performers and dedicated to the firm. Each new partner brings a unique set of skills and expertise to the table for Moore Colson. They very much deserve partnership and the accolades that are associated with this kind of recognition," said Greg Colson, Managing Partner, Moore Colson. "We look forward to the leadership these individuals will provide the firm in the years to come, our future looks bright."
Moore Colson, founded in 1981, is a full-service CPA firm located in Atlanta, Georgia, providing tax and assurance services, management consulting services, estate and financial services, lender services and information technology audit services.
Michael J. Anderson, formerly a Manager in Moore Colson's Tax Services Practice, joined the firm in 2003. Mike's responsibilities at Moore Colson include the coordination of tax services for clients, planning and organizing engagements, managing the progress of work, maintaining and expanding good client relations, suggesting and implementing tax planning ideas, performing research, and supervising staff. Mike's extensive professional background in public accounting, along with his strong interpersonal and team-oriented skills, complement Moore Colson's already diversified tax team. With experience in domestic and international tax planning, Mike's successful business background includes serving clients in the manufacturing, distribution services, and real estate industries. Prior to joining Moore Colson, Mike was a Senior Tax Manager at Ernst & Young LLP. During his time with Ernst & Young, Mike served clients throughout the Southeast and held positions in four locations: Atlanta, Birmingham, Washington DC, and Mobile. Mike attended The University of Alabama (B.S., Accounting, 1989). Mike is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Tax Section Member), the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Bret Roy, formerly a Director at Moore Colson, joined the firm in 2005. A CPA with more than 20 years accounting and management consulting experience, Bret has an extensive background in corporate finance, value growth management, long-range strategic planning, and near-term tactical implementation. Bret works closely with business owners, CEOs, and CFOs to develop new business relationships for the firm's overall practice. Prior to joining Moore Colson, Bret worked with Bennett Thrasher PC as business development manager and operated The Roy Group consulting practice from 1998 to 2000. Prior to his consulting practice, he held corporate finance management positions with BellSouth Corporation, United Parcel Service, Inc. and CSR America, Inc. Bret attended Tulane University (M.B.A., 1988), and Louisiana State University (B.S., Accounting, 1984). Bret is a member of the Association for Corporate Growth, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Louisiana Society of Certified Public Accountants, and Licensed with the State Board of CPA's of Louisiana.
Moore Colson is the Atlanta representative for IGAF Worldwide, an international organization of independent local and regional firms of Certified Public Accountants, Chartered Accountants, or their professional equivalents. IGAF Worldwide was founded in 1977 for the purpose of providing members and their clients with the capability of furnishing a broad spectrum of accounting, auditing, and management services on an efficient and cost effective basis around the globe. With over 150 firms worldwide, nearly 350 offices and over 8,000 staff worldwide, including over 900 partners, IGAF Worldwide has $600M in annual revenue as a network. IGAF Worldwide North America has 41 firms with revenues of over $340M. For more information about IGAF Worldwide, call Kevin Mead at 678-417-7730 or visit www.igaf.org
Moore Colson, founded in 1981, is a full-service CPA firm located in Atlanta, Georgia, providing tax and assurance services, estate and financial services, lender services, and management consulting services. Moore Colson serves clients throughout Atlanta and the southeastern United States. For more information about Moore Colson, call 770-989-0028 or visit www.moorecolson.com
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DORMA Products Selected for World's Tallest Building: Burj Dubai
DORMA Group has received a $6.5 million order for door closers, panic devices and levers for installation on the tallest building in the world, the Burj Dubai, which will tower more than 2,300 feet and 160 floors when completed in 2008. The door hardware products will be manufactured in the United States by DORMA Architectural Hardware.
Reamstown, PA (PRWEB) January 28, 2007 -- DORMA Group has received a $6.5 million order for door closers, panic devices and levers for installation on the tallest building in the world, the Burj Dubai, which will tower more than 2,300 feet and 160 floors when completed in 2008. The door hardware products will be manufactured in the United States by DORMA Architectural Hardware.
Dr. Michael Schaedlich, DORMA's CEO, said the project represents one of the largest in DORMA's history. He said he is optimistic the order will be the first of several for this project as the building has reached only about 1,100 feet -- not even half of the planned height. DORMA's network of companies and subsidiaries worldwide provide a single source for all the items needed in the pedestrian opening while providing the necessary local support.
DORMA's Reamstown, Pa., facility will manufacture the door closers and its Steelville, Ill., plant will make the locks and exit devices.
"The selection of DORMA hardware on this record-breaking structure is a testament to the quality and style we put into every product," said Scott Duncan, President of DORMA Architectural Hardware, which is part of DORMA Group North America. "It's an honor to know DORMA products will be relied upon by tens of thousands of people in this building for their safety, access and security needs."
The Burj Dubai will house a hotel, a large number of luxury apartments, and several office complexes. Designed by Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, the Burj Dubai combines historical and cultural influences with cutting edge technology to achieve a high-performance building that will set a new standard for development in the Middle East and become the model for the future of the city.
About DORMA Group North America
DORMA Group North America manufactures and markets a wide range of products for the architectural openings industry, with a particular focus on commercial and institutional openings. Part of The DORMA Group worldwide, DORMA Group North America comprises DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Glas, Modernfold, DORMA Canada, DORMA Mexico and DORMA Entrance Systems -- which markets products and services under the DORMA Automatics, Crane Revolving Door and Carolina Door Controls brands.
DORMA Group North America offerings include safety and security products, locks, door closers, exit devices, glass hardware and patch fittings, sliding and swinging automatic doors, revolving doors and operable partitions.
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January 26, 2007
ComponexX™ Named U.S. Distributor for Televés Off-Air and Satellite Signal Reception and Distribution Products
International designer and manufacturer’s product line complements ComponexX’s top-to-bottom one stop HDTV prewiring solutions.
Sunrise, FL (PRWEB) January 26, 2007 -- ComponexX (www.componexx.com) announced today that it has been selected the U.S. distributor for Televés’ Off-Air and Satellite signal reception and distribution products. ComponexX continues to expand its Top-To-Bottom prewire HDTV packages. Edwin Diaz, President of ComponexX said, "The addition of Televés’ full line of Field Strength Meters (FSM), T05 Series Headend series and remotely controlled QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation), along with other headend equipment greatly adds to our ability to provide builders and installers the complete prewire and retrofit solution to Get Connected™ with one phone call to us."
ComponexX already offers a top-to-bottom package starting on the roof with a full line of Winegard HDTV antennas, which mount to roofs with Commdeck’s mounting system, then cable to their structural wiring boxes. In the box, they supply splitters from 5 to 2,500 MHz, ground blocks and amplifiers. Next they offer a new line of ComponexX cables and wall plates for every hook-up. These Audio/Video cables connect to and from their surge protectors to Winegard’s new RC-1010 Off-Air HDTV digital set top box and/or directly to the TV. With the addition of the Televés products, ComponexX now offers an even more complete package.
Victor Gestal, Managing Director of Televés US said, "As an international company, we are just beginning to market our products in the U.S. We knew of Mr. Diaz’s reputation and contacts within the industry and were very comfortable in naming his company our US distributor for these complementary products." For Televés, ComponexX will market the FSM-400 Field Strength Meters, which is easy and friendly to use. The FSM-400 is a portable meter with a 5" colored screen which features all of the basic functions that are necessary to guarantee a high level of quality in an analog or digital TV installation, that guarantee a high level of quality in analog or digital TV installations.
They will also market the T05 Series Headend equipment, including digital processors for digital solutions. The modulator accepts audio and video inputs and modulates them according to the regulation, into an IF of 38.9 MHz. The modulated IF signal turns into any channel or frequency between 46 and 862 MHz and then, once filtered, is amplified to achieve the specified output level. And to make the modulators even more versatile, remotely controlled headend will also be offered, from everywhere and via IP modem, which really differentiates the product with their competitors.
As an integral part of the top-to-bottom package, the Commdeck mounting system is included, which major builders have found solves the problems of not voiding the roofing warranties, water intrusion, grounding and aesthetics issues, along with ComponexX 3 new quality cable line, the X Series™, Pro Series™ and Xtreme Series™
ComponexX, Winegard, Commdeck and Televés products will be on display at the upcoming International Homebuilders Show in Orlando, February 7-10 in booth S11573.
If you’d like more information about this topic, please call Edwin Diaz at 888-572-8229 or Victor Gestal at 303-256-6767 or to schedule an interview with Eddie Diaz or Victor Gestal , please call Michael Sherman at 662-893-8360.
About ComponexX:
ComponexX (www.componexx.com) specialized in reliable, efficient and less expensive manufacturing of electronic components and accessories for the Structural wire, Data, Video, Satellite and Cable TV industries. With persistent efforts for over 10 years, ComponexX has established a worldwide reputation for top quality, competitive price and excellent service. ComponexX not only produces its own line, but also accepts OEM and ODM projects, including printing and packaging for the retail markets, including programs to aid in product design and development. They are a master distributor for the full line of HDTV antennas and the RC-1010 HDTV digital set top box from Winegard, US distributor for Televés and Commdeck distributor for the East coast.
Manufacturing capabilities includes sheet metal, plastic injection moldings, metal injection moldings, or a combination of these materials, including complete electronic and mechanical assemblies, electrical testing and packing. Special care is given to material analysis, pricing, specifications tooling and sampling. Systematic QC measures are applied during the production and shipping of finished goods to best meet our customer’s requirements, while assuring fast delivery.
ComponexX offers a complete line of:
- ComponexX Cable: 3 Quality Lines To Choose From -- X Series™, Pro Series™, Xtreme Series™
- Digital wiring infrastructure components from 5 MHz to 3 GHz
- Data and video combiners from 5-2400 MHz:
- Commercial Grade Satellite High Frequency Digital Components 5 – 3000 MHZ: Splitters, Taps, Diplexers, Amplifiers, Multi-switches, Power inserters, Attenuators, Voltage blocks and Grounding blocks
- Commercial Grade Cable TV Digital Components 5—1000 MHZ: Digital splitters, Directional couplers, Outdoor trunk line passives, Digital amplifiers, Fixed value equalizers, Attenuators, Voltage blocks and Terminators
- Accessories: Commdeck Satellite and Off-Air mounting systems, Winegard RC-1010 HDTV digital set top box, Surge protectors, Splitters, Switches, Connectors, RG-6, RG-59, Hard-line connectors, Wall plates, Coaxial cable, Installation tools, Telephone and data jacks and all components for coaxial and data infrastructure installations
About Televés:
Televés (www.televes.com/ingles/inicio.asp) was created in 1958, just as TV in Spain began its transmissions. From a small factory unit employing a staff of 10 for the first year, recently the Televés group has grown to include over 600 employees. Televés was the first company, in its market sector, to have a processor for Digital Signals and are the pioneers of QAM technology making Televés the market leader in sales and technology. Time and time again history has proven that Televés is at the forefront when it comes to new technology, R&D, Design, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Sales and Marketing of all products for the reception and distribution of TV signals, producing innovation reliable and competitive products to respond to today's demands.
Contact: Michael Sherman
Tel. 662-893-8360
Cell Phone: 901-351-9861
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Moore Colson Managing Partner, Greg Colson, Named One Of America's Top 100 Most Influential Practitioners of 2006 by CPA Magazine
Greg Colson, Managing Partner of Atlanta based accounting firm Moore Colson, was recently named one of America's Top 100 Most Influential Practitioners of 2006 by CPA Magazine.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) January 26, 2007 -- Greg Colson, Managing Partner of Atlanta based accounting firm Moore Colson, was recently named one of America's Top 100 Most Influential Practitioners of 2006 by CPA Magazine. A huge undertaking by CPA Magazine, the selection process for the most influential practitioners in the accounting profession requires solicitation of nominations from state societies and major national accounting organizations. Write-in nominations are also collected. Founded in 1981, Moore Colson, CPA is a full-service firm located in Atlanta, Georgia, providing tax and assurance services, estate and financial services, lender services, management consulting services, and IT audit services.
Selfless leaders like Greg Colson have chosen to devote their time and energy to serve others in a tough but rewarding industry. Today's leaders require a 360 degree vision for all areas of the firm in order to be successful. Greg Colson, who started the firm in 1981 with Bill Murphy and Jack Moore, possesses that vision, but takes it a step further. "He not only dedicates his time and contributes whatever it takes for clients, partners and the firm staff, but also leads a concerted effort to give back to the community and his church. He makes time for organizations such as; Right From the Heart Ministries, and Feed My Lambs, which runs tuition-free Christian Schools located in economically challenged areas in the Metro Atlanta area and around the world," said Bob Kiser, Senior Partner, Moore Colson.
Mr. Colson is also IGAF Worldwide - Chairman of the Board, North America, and a graduate of Georgia Southern University (B.B.A., Accounting, 1970), where he serves as a Member of the Board of Trustees for the Georgia Southern University Foundation.
"Greg will be quick to tell you that the firm's success is predicated on two things; its unique culture, which differs from most, and a complete group effort from everyone in the firm, from partner to associate," said Bob Kiser.
Greg's areas of professional expertise include; consulting with the management of closely held companies on strategic planning and profitability enhancement, primarily in the transportation, distribution, construction, and service industries. Greg's leadership and business philosophy permeates throughout the firm. Under his leadership Moore Colson has continuously been ranked among Atlanta's top 20 accounting firms and was recently named one of America's top 25 best managed firms, by IPA, Inside Public Accounting Magazine, and best places to work by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.
"I am honored to have been nominated for this award. It is a complete team effort, so the accolade goes to the entire firm. I believe our unique culture and consultative approach sets us apart from the rest, and has made a significant contribution to level of success we have experienced over the years. Our leaders and staff have such varied industry experience that we can contribute in many different areas. As the industry grows, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find the right people to become future leaders for the firm. Part of Moore Colson's mission statement reads; 'Our people are our most valuable resource', and I truly believe this. Without them we wouldn't be where we are today," said Greg Colson, Managing Partner, Moore Colson.
Voted one of America's Top 25 Accounting Firms by Inside Public Accounting, Moore Colson, CPA, is a full-service firm located in Atlanta, Georgia, providing tax and assurance services, estate and financial services, lender services, management consulting services, and IT audit services. Moore Colson, founded in 1981, serves clients throughout Atlanta and the Southeastern United States. For more information about Moore Colson, call 770-989-0028 or visit; www.moorecolson.com.
Moore Colson is the Atlanta representative for IGAF Worldwide, an international organization of independent local and regional firms of Certified Public Accountants, Chartered Accountants, or their professional equivalents. IGAF Worldwide was founded in 1977 by ten firms in the United States and Canada. Since that time the association has grown to over 140 firms, with over 350 offices in more than 60 countries around the world. In 2005, member firms had over 950 partners and over 8,500 personnel generating approximately US $800,000,000 in annual revenues as an association. IGAF Worldwide's North American region has 38 firms with revenues of over $370M. For more information about IGAF Worldwide, call Kevin Mead at 678-417-7730 or visit; www.igaf.org.
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Landscape Planet Launches Landscape Project Posting System
An Innovative Tool for Homeowners In Need of Landscaping Services
Carson City, NV (PRWEB) January 25, 2007 -- Landscape Planet, Inc. announced today the launch of their innovative new online "Landscape Project Posting System." This handy new tool is a novel feature for the ever-growing landscape portal www.LandscapePlanet.com. The Landscape Project Posting System gives homeowners the convenience of posting their desired landscaping project on the web site to receive a free project estimate from qualified contractors in their area.
The Landscape Project Posting tool is easy to use, fast and a great way for homeowners to arrange free project bids on their landscape project from highly qualified landscaping contractors or landscape material suppliers from across the United States, who are fully screened and authorized, ensuring that homeowners will be dealing with the best landscaping professionals available.
"LandscapePlanet.com is one of the largest landscaping portals on the web that provides free information on all types of landscaping ideas and solutions," says Roger Saxon, Director of Media Relations. "What makes this web site so successful is that it works as a large network, bringing homeowners together with contractors and suppliers of landscape materials. The sheer convenience of our Landscape Project Posting System creates another win-win for all," he said.
Visitors to LandscapePlanet.com will also be pleased to find a wealth of free information on all types of landscaping topics, including; Landscape Ideas, Erosion Control, Irrigation, Landscape Maintenance, Water Features, Fertilizers, Hardscaping and all they need to know about Plants and Trees. Its is the ideal web site to get tips and facts on the latest landscaping trends not only for homeowners looking for some fresh ideas, but also for landscaping professionals who are looking for some inspiration.
To visit this web site and take advantage of the free "Landscape Project Posting System" simply go to www.LandscapePlanet.com
About Landscape Planet, Inc.
Landscape Planet, Inc., is a privately held corporation that was founded by highly knowledgeable landscape professionals with years of combined landscaping industry experience, along with expertise in building proprietary Internet technology systems and tools for the landscaping industry.
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MyFax Improves Fax Management, Reporting and Security Options
MyFax offers greater versatility, integration and efficiencies for businesses with multiple users.
Ottawa, ON (PRWEB) January 25, 2007 -- MyFax™ today announced several new enhancements to one of the most popular Internet fax services for businesses that allows users to send and receive faxes using email accounts and the web. Users now benefit from new account services including improved accessibility to information, additional reporting features, and integration with the customer relationship management software, ACT!
With the popularity of the MyFaxCentral web interface at www.myfax.com introduced last year, additional tools have been added to the site to further enhance the online faxing experience. MyFax users can now manage all of their commonly used fax numbers and create groups of contacts, called Contact Books. Contact Books can be imported or exported from sources such as Microsoft Outlook or Winfax by Symantec. In addition, MyFax users can now share fax contacts and documents between colleagues.
Also available to more than 2.5 million registered ACT! users including 35,000+ corporate customers, is a new add-on that allows ACT! users to send and receive faxes directly within the application. MyFax's full integration with ACT! customer relationship management software enables users to send the same document to one or more ACT! contacts, use mail merge with ACT! templates and track faxes sent through the CRM database.
Companies both large and small will also appreciate extensive new reporting capabilities available to MyFax users. With the additional tools available through MyFaxCentral, administrators can complete a myriad of tasks including the analysis of fax traffic by billing code, storage usage per user as well as cost allocations by departments and clients. These new reporting capabilities provide administrators insight into fax activities from high-level summaries to user specific details.
The newest MyFax security enhancements allow 1000's of users across an enterprise to comply with corporate security standards. IT departments can strictly control the storage access and distribution of faxes.
"From the largest enterprises to the individual home user, we are always looking for new and innovative ways to improve work flow, document management and communications in general," says Joseph Nour CEO, Protus IP Solutions. "These newest MyFax enhancements make it even easier for corporations to benefit from Internet fax technology."
MyFax is available for only $10 USD per month or $110 USD per year. This price includes 100 outbound pages and 200 inbound pages per month. Volume pricing is also available.
Additional benefits of MyFax include:
• Scalability - MyFax scales from home office workers to small, medium and large businesses
• Convenience: MyFax includes an image of the first page of the fax in the email body.
• Image Quality: Both send and receive faxes are exact replicas of the fax.
• Browser Support: MyFax supports multiple browsers including FireFox.
• System Compatibility: users can use MyFax with the features and services offered as part of the Microsoft Office 2003/2007 and IBM® Lotus Notes®. MyFax offers a free download for Outlook users that provides a toolbar button for sending faxes.
• File Formats: MyFax supports 176 different file formats, including Microsoft® Office, PDF and other common formats.
About MyFax
MyFax is the fastest growing Internet fax service used by individuals, small, medium and large businesses to send and receive faxes using existing email accounts or the web. MyFax offers services in North America, Europe and the UK to industries recognized among the fastest growing adopters of internet fax including finance, insurance, real estate, healthcare, transportation and government. More than 10,000 new customers subscribe to MyFax each month. Additional information is available at www.myfax.com.
Trademarks referenced in this news release are the property of their respective owners.
For more information, please contact:
Sue Rutherford, Protus IP Solutions Inc.
613 -733-0000 x 519
Tracy Shryer, Tech Image
847-279-0022 x230
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Costa Vista Land Acquires Vista Volcanoes Golf Estates
Investors are the real winners at Costa Vista Land's Vista Volcanoes Golf Estates. Right now, Costa Vista Land clients can purchase developed property at pre-development prices, and get a lifetime membership to the 18-hole championship golf course with their slice of paradise.
Sabanilla, San Jose, Costa Rica (PRWEB) January 25, 2007 -- Costa Vista Land (CVL) announces the purchase of Vista Volcanoes Golf Estates, a partially developed 1,006 acre project located on Costa Rica's west coast. The company estimates between 300 - 325 lots will be available for investors looking to purchase Costa Rica property.
Vista Volcanoes Golf Estates has been in development for the past year. John Dorsey, CVL's Developer, stated, "We decided to buy the entire parcel, because we like it so much. The previous Costa Rica developer did a good job, but we've taken over this project with the intention of bringing a real pre-development, affordable price to the table."
By investing in Costa Rica real estate at the Vista Volcanoes Golf Estates, investors are ensured of receiving the property title and deed quickly, because the roads, water and legal work are already complete. Power will be connected within a few months. "We are looking at an eight month window for the project to be sold out," commented Dorsey.
Located in Guanacaste, Bagaces on Costa Rica's west coast, Vista Volcanoes Golf Estates is primarily flat, but has sweeping views of three volcanoes - Miravalles, Tenorio and Rincon de la Vieja. The Guanacaste region is an ecological area with rich vegetation and exotic animals and birds. The area is known for its abundance of beaches, national parks, biological reserves, resorts and fishing. And, with a new International Airport in nearby Liberia, Vista Volcanoes Golf Estates is an ideal location for investors. An added perk is the lifetime membership at the championship golf course (valued at $35,000), which is included with the Costa Rica land purchase.
About Costa Vista Land:
Costa Vista Land (http://www.costavistaland.com) is 'developing paradise' in Costa Rica. The company buys raw land in large quantities after they have thoroughly surveyed and researched all details. Because of this, Costa Vista Land acquires their properties at discount prices and develops them in less than 18 months. Hence the unique program in which you can obtain developed land at undeveloped prices and why company President, Brad Hogan says, "We are an investment company first and a land sale company second." Parcel choices range from valleys to mountains, to beautiful coastline property. This lucrative program comes with 100% money back guarantee. Everyone is encouraged to visit Costa Rica, stand on their property and see the beautiful country they have invested in. While visiting, the company pays for your accommodations, meals and transportation.
For more information contact 1-877-55-COSTA. And, grab your Free 50 minute CD now, by clicking here: http://www.developingparadisecd.com
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San Diego Head Start Centers Have Safety and Security Inspections
Other centers across the country to get similar attention.
(PRWEB) January 25, 2007 -- The Foundation for the Advancement of Life Safety and Security, in cooperation with the Neighborhood House Association in San Diego, CA, recently sponsored life safety and security inspections for a number of the Head Start Centers located in the San Diego area.
The inspections consisted of walking through 15 centers over a two day period to determine what changes, if any, could be made to doors at the points-of-entry and to fire-rated doors.
"With recent school related incidents across the country and with the known dangers of fire, we knew that we could play an active role in helping organizations understand the balance between security and life safety," said James Tartre, an Architectural Hardware Consultant (AHC) and Foundation president. "Doors are instrumental to a child’s safety and we felt that we could have a positive impact at the Head Start Centers."
The inspections were performed by Joseph Winandy, an AHC who is certified by the Door and Hardware Institute and is employed by Ingersoll-Rand Security Technologies. "Individuals like Mr. Winandy write the specifications for almost all commercial and school doors in the country," said Tartre. "There is a lot more to doors, in regards to safety and security, than meets the eye and we are happy to be able to educate and provide the Head Start centers with information, modifications and guidelines for their door openings."
"NHA is excited to partner with the Foundation as we continue to focus on our Head Start child safety efforts," said Rudolph Johnson, NHA President and CEO. "The door and hardware replacements are invaluable to the safety of both our Head Start children and staff."
In addition to performing these life safety and security inspections, the Foundation is working with some of the most impacted centers to make the necessary upgrades.
"The Foundation will be working with its supporters to replace some doors that have aged considerably through the years, provide for upgraded hardware and locks for the doors and replace some gasketing around the door frame that would help contain smoke in the event of a fire," said Mr. Winandy. "We’re just looking to do our part to provide for a safe environment for these children."
The Foundation is actively engaged in the critical areas of fire safety, life safety and security and will continue to play an active role in helping organizations, such as Head Start, to make the necessary changes that will make these centers of learning a safe and secure place to be.
Head Start is a federal program for preschool children from low-income families. The Head Start program is operated by local non-profit organizations in almost every county in the country. In San Diego County, the program, which serves over 10,000 low income children and families, is administered by the Neighborhood House Association.
The Foundation for the Advancement of Life Safety and Security exists to create a safer built environment by informing interested parties, through research, education and community projects, the important role that doors play in life safety and security in all buildings, every day.
For further information please visit: www.dhi.org/educationfoundation
Contacts:
William Johnson, Managing Director of the Foundation - 703-222-2010
Norma Johnson, Vice President, Children, Youth and Families
Neighborhood House Association - 858-715-2642
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360 Interchange to Introduce New Eco-Friendly Flooring Products at Surfaces 2007
360 Interchange, an emerging service company focused on sourcing, sales, marketing and development primarily between the US and China, will release six new flooring products using the companies' ecoFoam™ and ecoPlastic™ materials at the Surfaces show in Las Vegas, January 7-9, booth #3178.
Ashland, OR (PRWEB) January 25, 2007 -- 360 Interchange, an emerging service company focused on sourcing, sales, marketing and development primarily between the US and China, will release six new flooring products using the companies' ecoFoam™ and ecoPlastic™ materials at the Surfaces show in Las Vegas, January 7-9, booth #3178.
The company is set to unveil eco-friendly replacements for a variety of products on the market today, including vinyl flooring, anti-fatigue mats, carpet tile and underlayment. All of these products utilize the ecoFoam™ and ecoPlastic™ material that the company has exclusive rights to market and sell around the world. Products made from these materials do not contribute to global warming, are recyclable and degradable.
"This is an exciting opportunity to show the world how ecoFoam™ and ecoPlastic™ can be used to create products, today, that can replace products made out of traditional, toxic plastics and foam. This material can be 'plugged-in' as a replacement for material contributing to global warming with very little to no impact on the costs to produce the finished goods. The potential applications for these materials cover almost the entire foam and plastic industries," stated President and Chief Executive Officer, Bill Patridge.
About 360 Interchange
360 Interchange, Inc. was founded in 2004 by Bill Patridge anticipating the significant growth in high-quality, low cost production of goods in China. The company offers ecoSolutions™, a unique strategy to focus on sourcing, developing, marketing and selling eco-friendly products and materials to high-volume customers for some of the largest industries in the world. 360 Interchange is working to partner with manufacturers and buyers worldwide to find, develop and market new products that replace some of the most wide-spread, damaging materials in use today.
For more information, please contact Josh Bradley at 541-552-9360
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Polaris World Among Frontrunners in Spain's Solar Energy Drive
Spain's Technical Construction Code commits the country's developers to solar cell installation in certain properties to be built in 2007, and Polaris World is helping to set the standard. Each year the sun produces four thousand times more energy on Earth than we consume. It's a clean, inexhaustible and free resource. Moreover, it's guaranteed for the next 6,000 million years as scientists estimate that it has yet to reach its midlife.
York, UK (PRWEB) January 25, 2007 -- Each year the sun produces four thousand times more energy on Earth than we consume. It's a clean, inexhaustible and free resource. Moreover, it's guaranteed for the next 6,000 million years as scientists estimate that it has yet to reach its midlife.
Jesus Lopez, the Director of Urbanism for Polaris World, developer of 7 luxury, residential golf developments in the Murcia region of Spain says: "The Sun is like a thermonuclear reactor that emits energy in the form of light and heat. It would be irrational not to try and take advantage of this source through all possible means."
Uses of solar power are numerous: hot water for domestic and industrial use, heating, pool acclimatisation, solar-powered kitchens and so on. On the increase in Spain is the development of solar orchards; groups of solar cells in a single plot for the use of a group of individuals or businesses. This way, the cost of installation, infrastructure, security and maintenance are considerably reduced.
Solar power could also be one of the best solutions for energy problems in rural areas. No matter how isolated form the main electricity network, solar panels allow energy to be generated anywhere.
The one great inconvenience of solar power is the cost of installation. The key to cutting costs is to broaden the use of the energy generated beyond any individual's consumption, and this is one of the Technical Construction Code's main aims. From 2007, the code requires the installation of thermal collectors for domestic hot water and solar cells for heating purposes in properties exceeding 3,000 square metres of built space.
These measures also provide a new challenge for architects to integrate the solar facilities into the building design. "It's something we architects have to study and, surely, will bring about new solutions to create new aesthetics", asserts Jesus Lopez.
Despite Spain's position at the top of the European sunlight table, the development of solar energy in the country is at the moment very limited. At 8.7 square metres, the ratio of solar panel area to 1,000 inhabitants is well below the European average of 19.7 square metres.
Polaris World though has become one of the main promoters of solar power development in the Murcia region, where its 7 residential golf resorts are under construction and it is also developing commercial and housing projects in the city itself. Presently, Polaris World offers its clients the possibility of installing solar panels for hot water or solar cells for energy production.
Facing the future, Lopez announces that his company are working on ambitious project to implement solar power fields with solar cells to obtain electrical energy. "The facilities will be large and position us ahead in the field of renewable energies" he proclaims.
James Espin
Director
Overseas Property UK
22nd January 2007
James Espin is founder and Director of Overseas Property UK, the parent Company of Polaris Golf Property UK which specialises in the promotion of property for sale on the unique family of seven Polaris World Golf Resorts in Murcia, Spain featuring nine Nicklaus designed golf courses. Since being introduced to Polaris World at its outset more than four years ago, James has built up a widespread knowledge of the resorts, the Murcia reg