ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Uses e-log Log Siding

The e-log log siding was selected to be used on ABC’s Extreme Makeover:
Home Edition on a "Hearts & Hands for Heroes" project in Toledo, OH and will be airing on Sunday November 16th at 8/7c on ABC.

Charlevoix, MI (PRWEB) October 31, 2008 — Pine River Inc, (PRI) of Charlevoix, Mi manufacturer of the e-logsiding log siding system, is pleased to announce that they have been asked to join ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition on a "Hearts & Hands for Heroes" home project in the Toledo Ohio area. This is a project that will be aired on Sunday November 16th, 2008 at 8/7c on ABC.

When the design team from the show contacted Pine River this was a totally unexpected welcome to a normal Monday morning and the answer was absolutely yes, what can we do to help? The opportunity to help a deserving family is a worthy cause and certainly fits into the mission and marketing scope of PRI.

One of the main driving forces at PRI is to help make the dream of owning a log home a reality for many homeowners. Many people love the look of large natural logs but due to the high costs of purchase and construction along with the high maintenance of such they are unable to afford their dream home. The e-log can become their solution.

The e-log is a half-log tongue & groove siding system that can be used on new stick-built construction or existing structures. The standard e-log is 8′ long and comes in 12", 14" and 16" effective diameters. The e-log weighs from 18 to 28 lbs per 8′ length, which makes it very easy to work with. The beauty of the e-log siding system is the large natural look of stacked logs and is the key to making a conventional stick built home into a "log home". Due to the large size of the e-logs, the home will look like a real full stack log home not a log sided home. The e-log is ideally suited for both new construction and remodel projects.

The e-log is an engineered laminated composite log siding system that is comprised of 4 substrates: OSB back panel, Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) core in half-log shape, hardboard layer, and thick (1/8") wood veneer. All substrates are adhered together using latest technology in moisture cure urethane adhesive.

The "e’s" of the e-log stand for:
• Energy efficient – the r-values of EPS core are 8, 9 & 10 respective of the 3 different size e-logs
• Easy to install – the e-log is light weight and requires no special tools or training to install
• Easy to maintain – simple log washing and staining are all that are required
• Exact specifications – the tongue and groove installation method and nature of the engineered log system provides an easy design and overall install
• Economical – the cost to purchase, install, and maintain are all significantly less than a full stack log home would be providing a similar look
• Environmentally friendly – the e-log provides an 80:1 ratio of e-logs to a single 8′ 12"-14" diameter log; one full log provides enough thick wood veneer to make up to 80 e-logs
• "E"magine the possibilities – the options are virtually endless on how to use the e-log on both the exterior and the interior

With all these "e"fficiencies, the e-log comes by its name naturally. With today’s focus on "green" building techniques and conservation of our natural resources, the e-log advantages are "right" for the times we live in.

The details of the Extreme Makeover project are not allowed to be discussed at this time other then to say the home project was completed during the week of September 8th and the e-logs were used on a couple of interior rooms. The episode will be aired on Sunday night November 16th, 2008 at 8/7c on ABC.

"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," which has won back-to-back Emmy Awards as Best Reality Program (non-competitive), is entering its 6th season on ABC. The program is produced by Endemol USA, a division of Endemol Holding. Anthony Dominici is the executive producer; and David Goldberg is the president of Endemol USA.

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Mythic Paint is Top Choice for LEED Founder’s Home

David Gottfried’s home poised to be first bay area renovation to receive LEED Homes "Platinum" certification.

Hattiesburg, MS (PRWEB) October 31, 2008 — David Gottfried, founder of U.S. Green Building Council and World Green Building Council, has selected Mythic Paint (Mythic), the World’s first high-performance paint with zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and zero toxins for the interior and exterior of his "green" remodeled family home.

Gottfried chose Mythic over other low toxin paints because of its unlimited color choices, quality and durability. Also, since Mythic contains no VOCs, he knew it was a healthier choice than the low VOC paints. Gottfried’s decision to use Mythic was also reinforced by his painting subcontractor. "The painter recommended Mythic," said Gottfried. "They had the utmost confidence in Mythic’s durability, and it was obvious that the paint had a strong position within the building industry."

When he and his wife, Sara Gottfried, M.D., made the decision to relocate their family to the walkable neighborhood of Rockridge, Calif., they decided to "LEED" the way and set a "green" example in the community. The couple purchased a 1915 Craftsman style bungalow and began planning a renovation for the most energy efficient home. He and his wife, both chemically sensitive, just moved into the newly renovated home with their two young children. They wanted to ensure there would be no fumes.

"I have huge respect for the Gottfrieds and what they are aiming to achieve in their new home," said Rocky Prior, president of Mythic Paint. "They are setting an example of how Mythic plays a part in everyone living healthier lives without sacrificing performance, color choices or a healthy home and environment."

With the renovation currently in its final stages, the home is slated to be rated LEED "Platinum," the first renovated home at that level in the Bay Area and potentially in California. To qualify for "Platinum" certification, homes are required to meet a minimum of 90* of the 136 points in the LEED for Homes rating system. Homes are measured based on eight resource categories:
- Location and connection to community
- Use of entire property to minimize impact on sites; sustainability
- Water efficiency and conservation
- Indoor environmental air quality
- Use, durability and recycling of materials and resources
- Energy efficiency
- Homeowner’s education for green features
- Innovation and design process

*Note: the minimum point threshold can be lowered or raised by 10 points based on the size of the house. The Gottfried home’s small size contributed to lowering the Platinum point threshold to 80 points. Gottfried’s preliminary scoring shows the home achieving around 100 points; 20 over Platinum!

Mythic Paint is a guaranteed high-performance paint, available in a 1,232-color palette and can also be matched to any competitors color through a VOC-free coloring system. Mythic Paint is available in independent hardware stores nationally, and can be ordered online at mythicpaint.com or by calling our customer service at 1-888-714-9422.

About Mythic Paint:
Mythic Paint, a subsidiary of Southern Diversified Products (SDP) was developed in cooperation with the University of Southern Mississippi. SDP has spent more than seven years and millions of dollars developing this unique, non-toxic high performance paint and has generated and maintains a portfolio of 26 patents. For those looking for non toxic paint, low odor paint, zero VOC paint, eco friendly paint, child safe paint or pet safe paint then look to Mythic. Mythic is available in independent paint stores nationwide. To find a retailer or for additional information, please visit the Mythic website at mythicpaint.com or call the customer service hotline at 1-888-714-9422.

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Coates/Dolan Takes the Lead Sponsorship Role in the 14th Annual International Jazz & Blues Festival in San Miguel

Festival director Antonio Lozoya and producer Doug Robinson announced today that Coates/Dolan will be the lead sponsor of the International Jazz & Blues Festival which will be held the week of November 28 – December 4, 2008 in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico.

San Miguel de Allende, GTO, Mexico (PRWEB) October 30, 2008 — Festival director Antonio Lozoya and producer Doug Robinson announced today that Coates/Dolan will be the lead sponsor of the International Jazz & Blues Festival which will be held the week of November 28 – December 4, 2008 in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico.

"We are very grateful to Coates/Dolan, developers of Vista Antigua and other private communities here in San Miguel, for their generous support of the Festival," says Lozoya. "They are making it possible for us to put on a world-class event."

"It is an honor to make this contribution to the Festival International de Jazz & Blues, one of the city’s most exciting music events," said Coates/Dolan Managing Partner Jim Dolan. "Coates/Dolan is committed to the city of San Miguel de Allende through the support of cultural arts, tourism and economic growth. I believe this event will further showcase to the world our beautiful city, the people and the culture."

The Festival kicks off on Friday, November 28 with a free concert in front of the Parroquia and continues throughout the week featuring an international line-up of Grammy-award winning artists.

This year’s performers include drummer Antonio Sanchez from the Pat Metheny Group, pianist Don Grusin, saxophone titan David Sanchez, Brazilian singer/guitarist Oscar Castro-Neves, and Texas blues diva Marcia Ball. Vocalists Iraida Noriega and Betsy Pecanins are each making encore Festival appearances as well. For the complete listing of Festival artists, go to San Miguel Jazz Festival 2008 (http://www.sanmigueljaz.com). Tickets go on sale mid-November at the Angela Peralta box office.

Meet the Artists Events
Coates/Dolan will be hosting two "Meet the Artists" events at their newest private community, Vista Antigua, overlooking the historic town center. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with the Festival artists on Sunday, November 30th from 11:30 – 2:00pm at a Champagne Jazz Brunch and a pre-concert Cocktail Reception on Wednesday, December 3rd from 5:00 to 7:00pm. Tickets are available at the Vista Antigua Sales Office for $150 pesos for the brunch and $100 pesos for the cocktail reception. Ticket reservations are accepted online at VistaAntigua.com/jazz.

Festival Background
The San Miguel International Jazz Festival was founded fourteen years ago by expat resident Elena Shoemaker. In 2006 it was taken over by bassist and teacher Antonio Lozoya and his wife Tere Urtusástegui, who expanded the lineup to include blues. Doug and Glenda Robinson came on board as Festival producers in 2007.

About Coates/Dolan
Operating with the motto of "Conscientious Development," Coates/Dolan has over 50 combined years of high-end residential and commercial development, property management and marketing experience in some of North America’s most desirable resort markets including San Miguel de Allende and Puerto Vallarta in Mexico, and Aspen, Breckenridge and Snowmass in Colorado. The company strives to provide its customers with leading-edge architectural and construction technologies, the application of international construction and design standards in local markets, and a complete range of services from land acquisition to property development and other San Miguel de Allende real estate services. For further information, visit Coatesdolan.com.

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American Blinds, Wallpaper and More® Partners with Brushstrokes® Fine Art

American Blinds, known for beautiful window, wall and floor coverings, is pleased to add Brushstrokes® Fine Art to its great selection of items. American Blinds has also recently launched new complementary product line expansions of decorative mirrors and wall décor.

Livonia, MI (PRWEB) October 30, 2008 — American Blinds, Wallpaper and More® Partners with Brushstrokes® Fine Art. Joel Levine, CEO of American Blinds, said, "Brushstrokes® will provide American Blinds customers with a revolutionary new art form that fully and uniquely captures the exquisite color, shadows and every stroke of the artist’s brush in three dimensional detail. In a side-by-side comparison, even the most discerning eye will be hard pressed to pick the original. I took the challenge and couldn’t find the difference between a Brushstrokes® image and the original oil-on-canvas. Faithful to the artist’s vision, the result is amazing — an authentic painting that is closer to the original than any other reproduction; I have two hanging in my home."

Mitchell Wine, President of Brushstrokes®, said, "We are delighted to be working with American Blinds to offer our assortment of beautiful images to their customers. American Blinds is known for bringing beautiful window, wall and floor coverings to its customers and our Brushstrokes® art will add to their customers’ great selection of items."

"Partnering with Brushstrokes® will further empower our customers to not only expand their decorating horizons, but will allow them to capture special memories in a unique art form that will be a showcase for their home or place of business," said Joel Levine, CEO of American Blinds. "Portraits from Brushstrokes® give our customers a unique, memorable and affordable gift idea for the holidays. Through a combination of the Brushstrokes® patented process and old world artistry, we are able to artistically transform your favorite photograph or digital image into your own original oil-on-canvas masterpiece that you can cherish for years."

In addition to adding Brushstrokes® fine art oil paintings, American Blinds has recently launched new complementary product line expansions of decorative mirrors and wall décor on their website americanblinds.com. "We have selected a wide range of styles that will fit any décor. All the items offered are the highest quality and of unique design that will enhance any décor from traditional to contemporary," said Joel Levine, CEO of American Blinds.

ABOUT BRUSHSTROKES DIRECT:
Brushstrokes® Fine Art Inc. is one of the largest Direct Marketers of fine art recreations in America. The company has six patents to recreate not only the true color of an original but to also capture and recreate the original brush strokes. The Brushstrokes® process is the closest one can get to an original oil painting and earned worldwide acclaim at the 2004 Atlanta Art Expo as best new product. No other reproductive process in the world comes close to detail and texture found in Brushstrokes® Painting. To view a video of this unique process, please visit http://www.americanblindsfineart.com/portraits-by-brushstrokes-c-8.html

ABOUT AMERICAN BLINDS, WALLPAPER AND MORE:
American Blinds, Wallpaper and More is the largest online retailer of brand name custom window treatments and wall coverings at savings from 25% – 85% off most retail store and home center prices. They carry all brand name blinds and wallpaper, including Hunter Douglas®, Bali®, Levolor®, Kirsch®, Waverly® and American Blinds®, their most popular brand. The company also sells home decorating products including curtains, draperies, custom framed wall art, and area rugs. Their website, www.americanblinds.com can search for over 500,000 wallpaper, border and fabric patterns by color, style and other keywords. Most merchandise is shipped via free ground delivery and is covered by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and a Lowest Price Guarantee. For more than fifty years American Blinds, Wallpaper and More has provided high quality products to over 6 million customers nationwide.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
American Blinds, Wallpaper and More
Jeff Alderman
Director of Online Marketing & Business Development
734-207-5992
jeffa@americanblinds.com

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Ecobuild & AEC- ST Fall Returns to Washington, DC

High Performance and Green Building Conference Set for December 8-11 at Washington Convention Center. Keynote speakers include Kevin Kampschorer, Acting Director of the Office of Federal High-Performance Green Buildings; Marvin Malecha, 2009 President Elect of the American Institute of Architects (AIA); Congressman Russ Carnahan, United States House of Representatives, Missouri 3rd Congressional District; and Ambassador Richard N. Swett, FAIA, Vice President and the Managing Principal – Washington Office LEO A. DALY.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) October 30, 2008 — The four-day (www.ecobuildfall.com) Ecobuild & AEC-ST® Fall Conference & Exhibition will return to Washington, DC on December 8-11. Taking place at the Washington Convention Center, this annual event goes beyond the typical notion of green design, providing the region’s most comprehensive conference and exhibition on sustainability – green and high performance solutions for the built environment with the newest IT solutions.

"We are proud to be the gathering place for all building professionals – from architects to specifiers from engineers to end users – to gain industry knowledge, as well as cutting edge information." said George Borkovich, Ecobuild Principle

Topics of interest include green building, sustainable design, renewable energy, high performance building, building information modeling (BIM) and information collaboration strategies for commercial, industrial, government and residential construction.

Keynote speakers include:
• Kevin Kampschorer, Acting Director of the Office of Federal High-Performance Green Buildings
• Marvin Malecha, 2009 President Elect of the American Institute of Architects (AIA)
• Congressman Russ Carnahan, United States House of Representatives
Missouri 3rd Congressional District
• Ambassador Richard N. Swett, FAIA, Vice President and the Managing Principal – Washington Office LEO A. DALY

Interactive Highlights:
• (www.sensiblecity.com/ecobuildmedia/?cat=10) Green Home – All attendees are invited to tour a hurricane-ready, 2 story home, constructed out of recycled shipping containers and finished with the latest in green building innovations, on display on the exhibition floor.
• Live BIMStorm™ on Site – Join design and building professionals from all over the country as they engage in real time, collaborative, 3-dimensional design to create solutions for the Alexandria, VA community as they cope with the closing of military bases.
• (http://www.sensiblecity.com/ecobuildmedia/?page_id=9) Green Education on Wheels – Visit this 44 ft Green Mobile Classroom, packed with the latest cutting-edge technologies – providing hands-on learning opportunities in an effort to promote more sustainable mechanical service and construction.
Awards & Events
• (http://www.sensiblecity.com/ecobuildmedia/?p=274) BIM Awards – A panel of industry experts observing the Live BIMStorm™ will present awards on a variety of categories including; best urban planning, best design, most in-depth study, best multi-discipline design and more.
• Beyond GreenTM High Performance Building Awards – SBIC; Sustainable Buildings Industry Council will showcase 2007 award winners – recognizing the initiatives that shape, inform and catalyze the high-performance building market, as well as the real-world application of high-performance design and construction practices.
• Job Fair – sponsored by The Green Energy Council

Dates:
Conference: December 8 -11, 2008
Exhibition: December 10 -11, 2008
Early bird registration ($100 discount) ends Friday, October 31.

Co-located with: FEDcon®, FEDspec®, buildingSMARTalliance™ National Conference, Selling Products Effectively to Construction Specifiers™ and others.

Location: Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C.

Held in Cooperation with: American Institute of Architects, buildingSMARTalliance™ – a Council of the National Institute of Building Sciences, Green Building Initiative; Green Mechanical Council, Specifications Consultants in Independent Practice

Corporate Sponsors: Gold: Alliance to Save Energy, Bentley Systems, Inc., Onuma, Inc. Silver: SG Blocks, The United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters (UA), Wausau Paper

About Ecobuild & AEC-ST Fall

Ecobuild & AEC-ST Fall™ is THE annual gathering place for AEC professionals who design, construct, manage facilities and specify building products, materials, and services. AEC Science and Technology manages and produces Ecobuild America®, Ecobuild Fall®, AEC-ST®, and AEC-ST Fall®.

These events cover the unique intersection where ecology meets technology.

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Shaikh Holdings’ Sanctuary Falls Project Wins An Unprecedented Six CNBC Arabian Property Awards

Recognised for innovation and design, now nominated for two prestigious global awards.

UAE (PRWEB) October 31, 2008 — Shaikh Holdings, a leading Dubai-based real estate investment and development company, has won an unprecedented six awards at the prestigious CNBC Arabian Property Awards 2008 – held on 23rd October – for its Sanctuary Falls development.

For the second consecutive year, Shaikh Holdings’ flagship Sanctuary Falls development has been judged ‘Best Golf Development’. Sanctuary Falls was also named the winner in a further five categories including:- ‘Best Development’; ‘Best Architecture’; ‘Best Interior Design’; ‘Best Property’ and ‘Best Property Marketing’.

The award-winning project, currently being developed within Jumeirah Golf Estates, aims to create a new benchmark in community living by being the first resort-style residential golf community in the UAE.

Speaking at the awards, Zeeshan Shaikh, Chief Marketing Officer at Shaikh Holdings said, "We are intensely proud that Sanctuary Falls has won awards in six different categories and has been recognised for excellence at so many levels. I would like to thank the entire Shaikh Holdings team for their passion, belief and hard work on this project. Our team’s efforts have been integral to the success of Sanctuary Falls and these awards are a testament to the spirit of excellence that we continually strive for at Shaikh Holdings."

The annual CNBC Arabian Property Awards, the regional segment of the International Property Awards, recognise excellence in a range of areas related to the highly competitive property market in the region.

The coveted International Property Awards are the most prestigious in the world, and Shaikh Holdings’ Sanctuary Falls Development is now in the running for ‘Best Golf Development’ and ‘Best Property Marketing’ for the 2008 Awards, the winners of which are to be announced at a gala dinner on 7th November in Orlando, Florida.

Mr Shaikh continued, "I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our family of partners – Leisurecorp, Arabtec, DSA Architects, Hirsch Bedner Associates, 40North, Scavolini, Archimedia, Bang & Olufsen, Míele, Quintessentially and HSBC for working with us to create such a world-class community at Sanctuary Falls."

"As we lay the foundations of our villas, so too have we begun setting down the roots of the Sanctuary Falls community. Sanctuary Falls continues to grow and evolve, and its lifestyle proposition has matured to provide a very unique community experience. We are proud of how strongly our partners have embraced our vision for this community and through tireless work and dedication, have made it the world-class proposition that it is today," Shaikh stated.

Sanctuary Falls is a luxury villa community set amidst lush golf vistas and inspiring lakes, located in Jumeirah Golf Estates. The landmark community features a collection of 96 resort-style villas overlooking the Greg Norman designed ‘Earth’ golf course. Construction of the villas commenced in April 2008 and the show villa will be ready by March 2008, with expected completion of all the 96 villas in March 2010.

With the freedom to choose from a selection of architectural styles, interiors and views, each home has been meticulously designed to offer a uniquely inspired experience. Conceived and created by world renowned hotel and resort architects, landscape and interior designers, Sanctuary Falls villas bring to life a true ‘resort home’ experience.

Sanctuary Falls recently gained worldwide attention when Bollywood celebrity couple Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan acquired a villa within the development as their first family home together. The couple also travelled to Dubai earlier this year to attend an exclusive ‘Sanctuary Falls Residents’ Party’ hosted by Shaikh Holdings at the Burj Al Arab in May, to meet their future neighbours.

For more information please contact:
Natasha Shaikh
Shaikh Holdings
Tel: +9714 364 2722

Hala Al Haddad
MCS/Action
Tel: +971 04 3902960

About Shaikh Holdings:
Shaikh Holdings is a leading Dubai-based real estate investment and development company, and is a family enterprise with a Middle East entrepreneurial heritage dating back to Bahrain from 1913. Expansion into real estate investments and development has driven Shaikh Holdings to look at both regional and international real estate markets. Today, its companies specialise in the acquisition, development, marketing and sale of exclusive properties worldwide.

Shaikh Holdings’ real estate activities in Dubai are primarily focused in three major areas – real estate development, real estate investments and real estate marketing. The company currently holds a significant portfolio of residential, commercial and hospitality real estate, and has been a leading institutional investor in the Dubai real estate market since 2002.

Shaikh Holdings is focused on developing boutique communities centered around golf, waterfront and themed concepts. The company’s current developments in Jumeirah Golf Estates will be followed by other exclusive golf and waterfront projects in the UAE. The company’s primary Dubai investments have been in premier developments such as the Palm Islands, Emirates Hills, Business Bay, Dubai Waterfront and Jumeirah Golf Estates.

Shaikh Holdings maintains investment relationships with significant Dubai-based developers such as Dubai Properties, Nakheel and Emaar. Over the years it has also developed unique marketing partnerships with these developers who are creating some of the region’s most iconic developments including The Palm, The World, Burj Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence and Dubai Marina.

Guided by the principles of innovation and excellence through its entire sphere of activity, Shaikh Holdings’ corporate philosophy is focused on quality life experiences, with the aim of enhancing the lives of people through its business and development projects.

About Sanctuary Falls:
Sanctuary Falls is an award-winning boutique villa community set amidst lush golf vistas and inspiring lakes, located in Jumeirah Golf Estates. This landmark community features a collection of 96 resort-style villas overlooking the Earth golf course, designed by Greg Norman.

With the freedom to choose from a selection of architectural styles, interiors and views, each home has been meticulously designed to offer a uniquely inspired experience. Conceived and created by world renowned hotel and resort architects, landscape and interior designers, Sanctuary Falls villas bring to life a true ‘resort home’ experience.

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Executive Suite Company, PowerSPACE & Services, to Open First Green Furnished Office Center in Manhattan

The new green office space is scheduled to open January 1, 2009 at the esteemed 1 Penn Plaza

New York, NY (PRWEB) October 30, 2008 — PowerSPACE & Services, a provider of first-class executive suites, is proud to announce the first green furnished office center, scheduled to open at the prestigious Manhattan location 1 Penn Plaza on January 1, 2009. PowerSPACE and Services, a Vornado Realty Trust company, offers furnished offices to rent by the month or year, and conference rooms and board rooms to rent on an hourly, daily or weekly basis.

The 1 Penn Plaza office space is built with renewable and sustainable products. From the material on the chairs at reception to the energy efficient automatic sensor controls in the office lighting and solar window film, PowerSPACE One Penn has made a commitment to improving the environment.

Reducing waste generation and ensuring proper recycling of materials is also a key component of the new green office space. The facility will recycle all types of paper, cardboard, fluorescent bulbs and electronic equipment. In addition, there will be recycling of glass, metal and plastic. PowerSPACE Penn Plaza is committed to lowering electricity consumption and water usage, reducing carbon dioxide emissions and providing cleaner indoor air.

The 1 Penn Plaza executive suites services will include:
• Fully staffed offices with dedicated, courteous and experienced
support personnel
• Private, furnished individual offices or group rooms for up to 8 people
• Flexible terms – lease by the day, month or year
• Professionally decorated reception areas, offices and suites
• Access to fully-wired conference rooms with state-of-the-art AV equipment
• Mail delivery to individuals offices, plus access to complete postal/package handling services
• Access to high-volume, networked copiers
• Café with complete facilities
• Fully-featured VOIP systems and 24-hour voicemail
• Utilities, cleaning and maintenance included
• Extended hours of air conditioning available in group rooms
• Word processing, faxing, courier services, travel services, and office supplies available upon request

For more information about the executive suites at 1 Penn Plaza, contact 212-786-7330 or visit www.VornadoFurnishedOffices.com.

About PowerSPACE & Services
PowerSPACE & Services (http://www.vornadofurnishedoffices.com) is the first choice for businesses seeking temporary first-class office space in a highly functional and aesthetically pleasing business environment. Owned by the largest landlord in New York City, Vornado Realty Trust, PowerSPACE is the most reliable and respected executive suite company in the industry. With over 50 years of combined experience to their credit, the PowerSPACE team offers an unparalleled level of expertise, making them the ideal choice for large corporations, emerging enterprises and sole practitioners.

Media Contact:
Kathy Donohue
212-786-7330
info@vornadofurnishedoffices.com

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Marketing Superstars to be Announced at Mastery Business Plan Conference for Loan Originators

Winners of this year’s Marketing with the Stars contest for top-producing mortgage loan originators will showcase their successful marketing ideas and strategies at Mastery Business Plan conference, November 10-13, 2008, in Las Vegas.

Westlake Village, CA (PRWEB) October 30, 2008 — Mortgage Success Source, LLC, the strategic alliance of the combined entities of The Mortgage Market Guide, LoanToolbox and The Duncan Group, announce the Mastery Business Plan (MBP) Marketing with the Stars contest winners.

One of the many highlights for the Mastery Business Plan is showcasing the creative and inventive mortgage loan originators of the industry. A contest, Marketing with the Stars, was held to select the best marketing concepts in the mortgage lending industry.

"With an amazing response, we received hundreds of entries from mortgage loan originators all over the country", said Sue Woodard, President of Content & Publishing for Mortgage Success Source. "It was difficult for our judges to pick only five winners, who were chosen for their marketing ideas and solutions that really worked to bring in the most business for them this year."

This year’s marketing superstar winners include loan originators from the following companies:
• Mason Dixon Funding, Rockville, MD
• Supreme Lending, Cedar Park, TX
• Sovereign Bank, Villanova, PA
• AmeriChoice Home Loans of Richland, WA, a branch office of Seattle Mortgage
• Diversified Capital Funding, Pleasanton, CA

Special guest presentations scheduled at Mastery Business Plan include Shift: The 12 Tactics for Success in Any Market with Gary Keller; Just Do It! with Kevin Carroll; Keynote Address with Benjamin Zander, Conductor, Boston Philharmonic; and Action is a Choice with Andy Andrews.

There is still time to register for this event. For more information about the mortgage industry’s largest and most authoritative teaching and training event, or to register, please visit http://www.masterybusinessplan.com.

About Mastery Business Plan
Mastery Business Plan is the one must-attend event for loan officers who want to reach and maintain top-producer status. An all-star industry line up of top originators and mortgage trainers, led by conference Host, Barry Habib, Chairman of the Board of Mortgage Success Source (MSS), and Master of Ceremonies, Todd Duncan, MSS President and Chief Learning Officer, covers everything from mortgage industry essentials to selling, marketing, and team building. Mastery Business Plan is the only mortgage industry event where attendees walk away with a step-by-step business plan for achieving success in the next twelve months.

About Mortgage Success Source
Mortgage Success Source (MSS) is the strategic alliance of The Mortgage Market Guide, LoanToolbox and The Duncan Group. Featuring the talents of industry leaders Barry Habib, Sue Woodard, Greg Frost, Todd Duncan, and Jim McMahan, MSS provides money-making training and resources to more than 40,000 loan originators nationwide. MSS is the one-stop-shop for loan originators looking to achieve higher levels of success. All MSS products and technologies feature proven systems that are easy to implement and generate increased loan volume.

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Easy Soft and NJICLE Partner to Bring FamilyDocs to the Legal Market

EasySoft®, an industry leader in law office automation software and services, and the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, proudly announce the launch of FamilyDocs, a fully-automated software edition of NJICLE’s family law templates/forms, found in Gary N. Skoloff and Laurence J. Cutler’s New Jersey Family Law Practice (13th Ed., 2008, NJICLE).

North Brunswick, NJ (PRWEB) October 30, 2008 — EasySoft®, an industry leader in law office automation software and services, and the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, proudly announce the launch of FamilyDocs, a fully-automated software edition of NJICLE’s family law templates/forms, found in Gary N. Skoloff and Laurence J. Cutler’s New Jersey Family Law Practice (13th Ed., 2008, NJICLE).

With FamilyDocs, family law practitioners enter their case information one time, and instantly any and all of more than 120 New Jersey Family law forms are fully-populated in Microsoft Word or PDF format. FamilyDocs increases the productivity of the average practitioner by automating the tedious, repetitive and time consuming preparation of case documents.

In addition to the 120 New Jersey Family Law Practice forms, FamilyDocs, allows users to seamlessly add proprietary templates and forms to its database. Powered by the same technology that underpins Real Estate Docs and Personal Injury Docs, FamilyDocs represents the third leg in a suite of family law products from Easy Soft. FamilyDocs joins Divorce Financials -introduced in August ‘08- and CIS – NJ’s leading CIS software package-in offering family law practitioners state-of-the-art tools.

"We are very excited about the launch of this enhanced software," stated William Mayweather III, chief executive officer of Easy Soft. "The software makes the creation of an entire case file of documents as easy as creating one document. The user simply enters the case information one time and then instantly has access to a fully customized and completely populated library of forms for the client. There is no other product available today like this – and we are glad to bring it to the industry."

Mayweather continues, "FamilyDocs is a simple to install and use software program. It increases office productivity by automating the forms typically used and by producing documents more quickly and more efficiently. Law firms using FamilyDocs report being able to draft documents 50 to 70 percent faster."

The program allows users to seamlessly edit information while also providing case management, tracking and multi-user collaboration tools and support.

FamilyDocs offers:
Customized Task List – Track progress of each case using your firm specific customized task list. A history window provides a list of all the documents prepared for a specific case. You can even recreate any previously created document from the History tab with one-click.
Network Ready – Multiple users can share the same set of documents and client files.
Case Log – Allows users to track all their open cases in one place, track the history of documents prepared and easily update contact databases.

To learn more about FamilyDocs call 800-905-7638 or visit:
http://www.easysoft-usa.com/software-document-automation-p-33.html.

About Easy Soft:
Easy Soft™ (http://www.easysoft-usa.com) specializes in helping law firms automate their processes, streamlining repetitive tasks and workflow. With over 21 years of legal software experience and more than 15,000 clients, Easy Soft makes profitably practicing law "easy." With specialized products for real estate, family law, trust account management, document automation, time & billing, bankruptcy, and estate planning, Easy Soft has automated software solutions for virtually every law practice.

About NJICLE:
The New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education (NJICLE) was created in 1962 to help lawyers and judges increase their general professional competence, keep abreast of developments in the law, and become more proficient in selected areas of practice. A non-profit, completely self-supporting organization, NJICLE is a joint venture of the New Jersey State Bar Association, Rutgers/The State University of New Jersey, and Seton Hall University. NJICLE presents more than 300 seminars each year throughout the State, publishes a wide variety of materials, and administers the Skills and Methods Course on behalf of the New Jersey Supreme Court.

Contact:
Creig Jackson
Director of Public Relations
Easy Soft LLC
800- 905-7638

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For Sale by Owner Wholesale Property Website Launches Affiliate Program

DiscountedProperties.com is a unique real estate listing service that caters to people looking for wholesale properties, homes for sale by owner, fixer-uppers and pre-foreclosures. DiscountedProperties.com has just launched an affiliate program where it will pay its "partners" a referral fee for any subscriptions resulting from their marketing efforts.

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) October 30, 2008 — DiscountedProperties.com, a website that connects buyers and sellers of discounted real estate, has just launched an affiliate program on the Google Affiliate Network. Discounted Properties has one of the largest databases of wholesale properties, homes for sale by owner, fixer-uppers and pre-foreclosure homes. Through this new affiliate program, DiscountedProperties.com hopes to grow its subscriber base and concurrently strengthen its brand recognition. To do this, DiscountedProperties.com will pay its affiliates a handsome referral fee for all subscriptions stemming from their marketing efforts. "With the current state of the economy and the housing market, consumers and investors realize that good real estate deals are becoming more abundant. The purpose of DiscountedProperties.com is to provide these people with the most up to date and robust listing of wholesale properties, homes for sale by owner, fixer-uppers and pre-foreclosure opportunities," said Paula Hines, President of DiscountedProperties.com

DiscountedProperties.com has teamed with MoreVisibility, a four-time INC 500/5000 nominee and leader in Search Engine Optimization, Web Design & Interactive Marketing to help launch and manage the affiliate program. "MoreVisibility is excited to expand our relationship with DiscountedProperties.com. DiscountedProperties.com provides users with real time, up to date information on the best deals in the housing market. There has not been a better time to launch a program like this. Consumers and investors are both looking to get the most out of every dollar spent and at the same time make smart purchasing decisions," said David Green, Affiliate Program Manager at MoreVisibility.

By joining the DiscountedProperties.com affiliate program, affiliates have the potential to earn unlimited commissions from their referrals. A dedicated affiliate management team is in place to ensure affiliates will have the material and support needed to run a successful campaign.

About DiscountedProperties.com:
DiscountedProperties.com is a unique investment property website that connects investors with sellers. The properties for sale on discountedproperties.com are all listed below market value and mostly consist of wholesale properties, pre-foreclosure opportunities, fixer-uppers and properties for sale by owner. Discounted Properties provides a free 7 day trial period so users can give the site a test drive. Once the 7 day trial is up, users can continue for a monthly fee of $29.95. DiscountedProperties.com updates its listings on a daily basis and continuously removes outdated properties to ensure you receive the freshest listings available. DiscountedProperties.com was founded in 2002 and has experienced tremendous growth due to its unique listing service.

About MoreVisibility:
Founded in 1999, MoreVisibility is one of the world’s leading Search Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimization and web design firms, having helped hundreds of Fortune 1000 companies and small businesses increase qualified traffic to their Web sites. They are also actively involved in Social Media Marketing. In 2005, 2006 and 2007, MoreVisibility was named to the Inc. 500/Inc. 5000 list as one of the nation’s fastest growing privately owned firms. MoreVisibility is a Google Certified Company, a Yahoo Ambassador and a member of the MSN Search Council. MoreVisibility boasts high client retention through a team of 40 senior professionals who deliver superior performance and measurable results. Notable clients served include The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Sony, The Mayo Clinic, National CineMedia, Travel Nevada and Clemson University. The company is based in Boca Raton, Fla. and can be found on the web at www.MoreVisibility.com.

About Google Affiliate Network:
Google Affiliate Network is a leading Affiliate network based in Chicago, Illinois. Online sign up for the DiscountedProperties.com Affiliate Program is available.

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