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Dec 31, 2008

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Kwanzaa means “first fruits of the harvest” in traditional Africa and it is celebrated throughout the world starting December 26th

Dec 30, 2008

By Jim Walberg of Caribbean Islands Realty December 26th the Kwanzaa celebration begins in the Caribbean. It is an annual celebration in December that lasts seven days - ending on January 1st. Each day focuses on a principle that reaffirms the African commitment to themselves, their families, their community, and their black struggle for equality.

Squaw Valley Ski Area and Lake Tahoe -Record crowds hit the slopes

Dec 26, 2008 — Larry Lawrence, Lawrence Realty

On 12/26/2008 record crowds filled the parking lots at Squaw Valley Ski Area, and with heavy traffic arriving tonight from the Sacramento Valley and San Francisco Bay Area into the Tahoe and Truckee, Ca. areas, the next 10 days will be action packed with many skiers and riders taking in the fresh powder. We expect record crowds at all Ski areas in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee Areas. Boreal Ridge Ski Area reported the largest ever number of night skiing tickets sold tonight.

Colorado Group Realty Announces its Fourth Round of Charitable Foundation Grant Recipients

Dec 23, 2008

Colorado Group Realty Over $10,000 Awarded to Six Local Community Programs STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO - The Colorado Group Realty Charitable Foundation awarded a total of $10,000 in grants to six local organizations Monday, December 22nd, at 4 p.m.at a gathering at the Tread of Pioneers Museum. This is the fourth distribution of grants totaling over $40,000 by the Charitable Foundation and is part of a continuous effort to support community-based programs.

Bahamian Real Estate Market So Far Spared Turmoil

Dec 23, 2008

By John Christie of H.G. Christie Ltd. Based on the steady sales activity we have witnessed over the course of the year, we at HGChristie are of the opinion that the real estate market in the Bahamas is remaining relatively strong, especially for sales in the luxury markets. Speculative, high risk lending practices are non-existent in our country, and additionally, the government is very selective in its approval processes for new developments. As a result of these factors we do not see the high levels of market saturation which we understand to be common in today's troubled U.S. market.

Beachfront Estate Lot at The Abaco Club Ritz Carleton on Winding Bay, Abaco, Bahamas

Dec 23, 2008

Damianos Sotheby's International Realty Stunning Prime Beachfront Estate Lot 25 at The Abaco Club Ritz Carlton on Winding Bay, Abaco, Bahamas.  Enjoy the amenities of a 5-star golf and beach resort.  This 1.73 acre beachfront lot offers privacy and seclusion.  Superbly located in the center of the beach with close proximity to the Club's amenities.  This beautiful lot has 200 feet of pink sand beach with gorgeous views of the secluded and protected Winding Bay.  Closing date for sealed bids:  February 16, 2009.

East Bay’s “One Warm Coat” Project A Huge Success!

Dec 19, 2008

By Jim Walberg of Caribbean Islands Realty There is an increasing number of East Bay families at risk during these challenging times. The One Warm Coat project is a critical service provided to these families. For the past 13 years we have organized our local real estate community to participate in the One Warm Coat project. We spent the last two weeks collecting any type of good warm clothing; coats, sweaters, blankets, sleeping bags, socks, hats, etc. This year there was over 15,000 pieces of clothing collected in the East Bay for this critical project. Giving back is critical for all of us who are alive.

Bottom Hit during Thanksgiving Week??

Dec 18, 2008 — Larry Lawrence, Lawrence Realty

Two significant events occured during the Thanksiving period which makes me feel that from here on out the economy bouncing along the bottom. Consumer actions: Fuel prices dropped under $2/gal and in some areas under $1.50/gal from a high of over $4/gal. This gave relief to those whose commuting costs, and consumption costs of consumer products had risen due to the high fuel costs, and on Black Friday ( sales up approx 7.5%) and on Cyber Monday ( sales up approx 12%) consumers started spending money again. Federal Reserve Actions: Federal Reserve injected $600 Billion into the banking system and $200 Billion into the credit markets helping to prevent deflation. This Quantative Easing has allowed money to start flowing into the credit markets, and with there action this week it should help to get the flow of money out of the banking system and into the consumers who wish to purchase or borrow money.

Tuscany: A Prime Destination as a Second Home Market

Dec 18, 2008

By Ottavia Panciroli with Capolavori Immobiliari.  The second-home market has exploded in recent decades, with an increasing number of people venturing abroad—especially to Europe. For investors, Europe offers a robust residential market fueled by an ever-growing number of wealthy, cosmopolitan individuals who own one or multiple homes there. And for those seeking a place to relax and escape their everyday routine, Europe provides an unbeatable mix of beauty, history, recreation and accessible travel through a continent rich with cultural diversity.

Market Update

Dec 17, 2008

By Abercromby's Real Estate Recently two of the directors Jock Langley and Robert Vickers-Willis returned from Hong Kong meeting expatriates and building new relationships with migration companies. Having worked in more discerning markets we feel it is important to look outside the square and attract different buyers to the residential market place.
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