The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. is Seeking Solid-Rock Real Estate Investors in a Rebounding Real Estate Market

Real estate investment firm through an innovative process and solid ethical guidelines works and provide a great opportunity to investors in southern California.

Santa Clarita (PRWEB) May 31, 2009 — The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. (www.herrerasindell.com), one of the premier professional real estate investment firms serving the Southern California market, announced today that with the partnership of a strong list of real estate investors, it has developed a home prevention program that specializes in pairing owners of distressed properties with active, successful real estate investors throughout southern California.

"Due to the growing number of foreclosures in the current market, we have focused our efforts in purchasing pre-foreclosure properties, Trustee Sales and REOs. The high quality of real estate investors that our organization has attracted is very significant, so we can continue providing the necessary confidence to our investors and clients in helping out property owners in these trying times," declared Juan H. Herrera, chairman and chief executive officer of The Herrera Sindell Group Inc.

On the real estate investment front, the exceptional leverage from their solid network of independent realtors, mortgage lenders, property appraisers, home inspectors, title companies, rehab contractors and property management companies has offered a proven method of real estate investment success for The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. in 2008 and the beginning of this year.

"Our goal is to match the potential investor with properties that yield 10% to 15% cash on cash investment annually," added Mr. Herrera, an executive with more than 15 years of experience in the real estate investment and asset management industries.

The southern California area presents a huge investment opportunity for real estate investors due to the high number of homes available in the market. Los Angeles is one of the nation’s largest counties with 4,084 square miles with the largest population in any county nationwide of almost 10 million, and an estimated 3,360,000 housing units.

For more information about the exciting real estate investment opportunities available at The Herrera Sindell Group Inc., please contact Mr. Juan Herrera at (800) 913-4875, or visit the web site at: www.herrerasindell.com

About The Herrera Sindell Group Inc.
The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. is one of the premier professional real estate investment firms serving the California market since the beginning of the millennium. The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. proudly maintains the highest level of ethical standards and follows a strong set of sound business values on a daily basis.

This trusted real estate investment partner with a proven history of superior financial performance and service was founded by Juan Herrera and Michael Herrera in 2001 and has helped countless individual real estate investors and homeowners through sound leadership, unparalleled industry expertise, and profitable solutions in all areas of the real estate experience.

The Group has partnered with a dedicated team of professional general contractors, property appraisers, home inspectors, title companies, mortgage lenders, and property managers, with a vast wealth of knowledge and experience which enables the Group to effectively manage real estate assets for its clients.

The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. provides all of these services with the added value of offering a minimum 20% equity return in all investment properties that The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. manages for its clients.

About Power Media Group, Inc. (http://www.powermediagroup.com/)
As outlined in the Daily News article (http://www.powermediagroup.com/who.html) Power Media Group is an advertising agency that specializes in creating Spanish language campaigns for high-profile clients seeking to reach the booming Hispanic market.

The agency has received the following awards and achievements in the past year:
• Winner of the Latin Business Association (LBA) 2008 Sol Award as Business of the Year, for its exemplary commitment to the Latino business community through leadership and service.
• Commendations for its work from Los Angeles County Board Supervisor, Mike Antonovich as well as U.S. Congressman Howard "Buck" McKeon-25th District of California.
• Small Business Administration qualification, under very strict guidelines, for a SBA real estate loan, which resulted in owning the firms 11,000 sq. ft. commercial building that serves as a new home for clients and customers.
• Patricia Gracia, winner of La Opinion 2009 "Distinguished Woman" in the category of Business and Technology, for her steadfast commitment to serving the Hispanic business community nationwide.
• Patricia Gracia, as an invited panelist to the Latin Business Association (LBA) 2009 Annual Conference and Expo, presenting "The Transforming Role of Latinas in Business", on March 6, 2009.
• Winner of the 2009 ADDY® Awards for Excellence in Creativity for a TV Ad in the General Market – Catalogue sales, for their client Creativa Interiors-Primor.

PMG clientele includes: Universal Music Latin and Video Distribution, Vivendi Visual Entertainment, Creativa Interior-Primor, NYX Cosmetics, Xenon Pictures, Community and Mission Hospital of Huntington Park, AB Underwear, New Concepts, Ziglo 21, Hairlocs, the Herrera Sindell Group, Inc., Success Masters by Design, Laboratorios Mallo, among others.

For more information about PMG – visit http://www.powermediagroup.com/what.html or contact Tony Gracia and Patricia Gracia, e-mail pgracia (at) powermediagroup (dot) com or call 661.268 4805 or 818.415.3230 cell.

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The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. is Seeking Solid-Rock Real Estate Investors in a Rebounding Real Estate Market

Real estate investment firm through an innovative process and solid ethical guidelines works and provide a great opportunity to investors in southern California.

Santa Clarita (PRWEB) May 31, 2009 — The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. (www.herrerasindell.com), one of the premier professional real estate investment firms serving the Southern California market, announced today that with the partnership of a strong list of real estate investors, it has developed a home prevention program that specializes in pairing owners of distressed properties with active, successful real estate investors throughout southern California.

"Due to the growing number of foreclosures in the current market, we have focused our efforts in purchasing pre-foreclosure properties, Trustee Sales and REOs. The high quality of real estate investors that our organization has attracted is very significant, so we can continue providing the necessary confidence to our investors and clients in helping out property owners in these trying times," declared Juan H. Herrera, chairman and chief executive officer of The Herrera Sindell Group Inc.

On the real estate investment front, the exceptional leverage from their solid network of independent realtors, mortgage lenders, property appraisers, home inspectors, title companies, rehab contractors and property management companies has offered a proven method of real estate investment success for The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. in 2008 and the beginning of this year.

"Our goal is to match the potential investor with properties that yield 10% to 15% cash on cash investment annually," added Mr. Herrera, an executive with more than 15 years of experience in the real estate investment and asset management industries.

The southern California area presents a huge investment opportunity for real estate investors due to the high number of homes available in the market. Los Angeles is one of the nation’s largest counties with 4,084 square miles with the largest population in any county nationwide of almost 10 million, and an estimated 3,360,000 housing units.

For more information about the exciting real estate investment opportunities available at The Herrera Sindell Group Inc., please contact Mr. Juan Herrera at (800) 913-4875, or visit the web site at: www.herrerasindell.com

About The Herrera Sindell Group Inc.
The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. is one of the premier professional real estate investment firms serving the California market since the beginning of the millennium. The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. proudly maintains the highest level of ethical standards and follows a strong set of sound business values on a daily basis.

This trusted real estate investment partner with a proven history of superior financial performance and service was founded by Juan Herrera and Michael Herrera in 2001 and has helped countless individual real estate investors and homeowners through sound leadership, unparalleled industry expertise, and profitable solutions in all areas of the real estate experience.

The Group has partnered with a dedicated team of professional general contractors, property appraisers, home inspectors, title companies, mortgage lenders, and property managers, with a vast wealth of knowledge and experience which enables the Group to effectively manage real estate assets for its clients.

The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. provides all of these services with the added value of offering a minimum 20% equity return in all investment properties that The Herrera Sindell Group Inc. manages for its clients.

About Power Media Group, Inc. (http://www.powermediagroup.com/)
As outlined in the Daily News article (http://www.powermediagroup.com/who.html) Power Media Group is an advertising agency that specializes in creating Spanish language campaigns for high-profile clients seeking to reach the booming Hispanic market.

The agency has received the following awards and achievements in the past year:
• Winner of the Latin Business Association (LBA) 2008 Sol Award as Business of the Year, for its exemplary commitment to the Latino business community through leadership and service.
• Commendations for its work from Los Angeles County Board Supervisor, Mike Antonovich as well as U.S. Congressman Howard "Buck" McKeon-25th District of California.
• Small Business Administration qualification, under very strict guidelines, for a SBA real estate loan, which resulted in owning the firms 11,000 sq. ft. commercial building that serves as a new home for clients and customers.
• Patricia Gracia, winner of La Opinion 2009 "Distinguished Woman" in the category of Business and Technology, for her steadfast commitment to serving the Hispanic business community nationwide.
• Patricia Gracia, as an invited panelist to the Latin Business Association (LBA) 2009 Annual Conference and Expo, presenting "The Transforming Role of Latinas in Business", on March 6, 2009.
• Winner of the 2009 ADDY® Awards for Excellence in Creativity for a TV Ad in the General Market – Catalogue sales, for their client Creativa Interiors-Primor.

PMG clientele includes: Universal Music Latin and Video Distribution, Vivendi Visual Entertainment, Creativa Interior-Primor, NYX Cosmetics, Xenon Pictures, Community and Mission Hospital of Huntington Park, AB Underwear, New Concepts, Ziglo 21, Hairlocs, the Herrera Sindell Group, Inc., Success Masters by Design, Laboratorios Mallo, among others.

For more information about PMG – visit http://www.powermediagroup.com/what.html or contact Tony Gracia and Patricia Gracia, e-mail pgracia (at) powermediagroup (dot) com or call 661.268 4805 or 818.415.3230 cell.

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Luxury Lodging & Exchange Announces Introduction of a New Website, fractionalluxurylodging.com

Luxury Lodging & Exchange has launched a new website designed to feature and help facilitate the understanding and fulfillment of FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP.

Orem, Utah (PRWEB) May 31, 2009 — Luxury Lodging & Exchange has launched a new website designed to feature and help facilitate the understanding and fulfillment of Fractional Ownership. Developed for easy navigation, this website showcases strategic partners and affiliate links, along with fresh incentives, articles, blogs, and news related to the "shared ownership" Industry. The purpose of this site is to demonstrate why Fractional Ownership is a wise investment now, especially in this transitioning economy. And a viable option for potential buyers who understand the economic advantages of owning vacation property while paying a fraction of the startup and recurring costs. This site provides instructional value, enabling a family to quickly learn about this industry, then choose Luxurious home and vacation opportunities that are highlighted by on-site videos, pictorial tours, and detailed descriptions.

Gary L. Robison, owner and founder of Luxury Lodging & Exchange, has established himself as an entrepreneur specializing in fractional real estate. He is a frequent national speaker and a faculty member of Fractional Homes International. Gary’s Soon to be released book, "Lifestyles of the Smart and Practical… how Fractional Ownership can change the way you Vacation", is an educational and personal elaboration. His expertise helped model this website and secure a strategic alliance with Registry Collection, the world’s largest luxury vacation exchange program owned by Wyndham Worldwide family of brands.

Sherman Potivan, owner of Luxury Fractional Guide, and Fractional Homes International commented, "Gary, great website, real nice… you’re now up there with the cream of the crop, keep on truckin, cheers!

Gary stated that "This website will answer all your important questions concerning Fractional Ownership." "Just Imagine your family, friends and loved ones traveling to the most spectacular vacation spots in the world… Relaxing in a spacious home with a personal Concierge that will tend to your every need." "Making lasting memories is the most important thing in life! This website will help you to Create your own family legacy".

For additional information contact Gary Robison or visit http://www.fractionalluxurylodging.com.

Subject: For Immediate release
Contact: Gary Robison
Phone: 888-404-8712

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Luxury Croatian Real Estate Now Available from Keter Invest

The Croatian real estate market is booming and the timing is right for investors. Croatia, sometimes called "the European Florida," is seeing an influx of real estate investors looking for a luxury home. Those looking for an investment opportunity can now turn to Fameya, a new luxury development from Keter Invest, and the company’s personalized a la carte financing program.

Opatija, Croatia (PRWEB) May 31, 2009 — Croatian real estate has hit another high with the newly constructed luxury development Fameya, unique private villas on Croatia’s Istria peninsula along the Adriatic Sea. Individuals looking for a unique real estate opportunity that provides a quick return on investment need look no further than Fameya, developed by Keter Invest, a professional advisory and management services company for international real estate investors and owners. Buyers will have the opportunity to invest in Fameya and take part in a unique pricing and rental business model. Once the development is complete, the Web site Fameya.com will be turned into an online booking engine for private villa renting.

Many Croatian vacation homes that provide tourist lodging are fully booked throughout the year. Croatia’s impeccable weather, climate and lush environment are reliable factors to draw tourists to the country. This makes an investment in Fameya a wise decision not just because of the development’s low price and beautiful villas, but because of a consistent ROI that is nearly guaranteed.

"Today’s global economic situation makes this unique opportunity to own luxury Croatian real estate even bigger," says Miran Hrzenjak (CEO) of Keter Invest.

Keter Invest provides an a la carte investment program to help buyers receive the optimum financing for their financial position. Among other options, Fameya buyers can receive 15-year financing options, regardless of their residence. The pricing and rental business model offered is another lucrative opportunity for Fameya buyers.

Buyers from Home Hunters International, a famous reality television program with an audience of more than 90 million, chose Fameya luxury villas for draft. The episode featuring Fameya will be available on the Fameya Video Blog. The luxury village Fameya is progressing fast. Interested buyers can watch updates of the site’s development at fameya.com/Videoblog.

Visit Fameya Video Blog for up-to-date information regarding this unique opportunity to own real estate in Croatia.

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Groupe 369 Corp, A Nationally Recognized Commercial "Private Lender," Continues to Publish Its Informative Series of Educational Borrowing Guidelines for All Commercial Lending Projects

In this series, Groupe 369 Corp under the leadership of David Kastner, offers potential clients an insight into its successful operation and the real world of "Private Money" lending. Groupe 369 feels that the more people know about its services, the greater opportunity exists for a successful business partnership.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) May 30, 2009 — Groupe 369 Corp., found on the Web at Groupe369.com adds to its helpful collection of educational tips for potential commercial real estate clients. This tip takes a look at the importance of the Site Inspection.

"It is important for all potential Groupe 369 Corp. clients to understand the value of always visiting the commercial property site," says David Kastner, president of Groupe 369 Corp. "The site inspection is not an option, but an obligation for us to see, up close and personal, the actual property or project site that will be the beneficiary of our loan."

The cost of the site inspection is included in the due diligence fee and Groupe 369 Corp. loan officers have many factors to consider when they arrive at the project:

- Is the location accessible and is transportation available to the site?
- Is there adequate parking available?
- If the project is a public service facility, does the adjacent community support it?
- Does a destination project – hotel, motel, amusement park, etc. – make sense at that location?

These questions can only be answered on site by a qualified member of the Groupe 369 private Lending team.

The history of the property is learned from the surrounding community and either on-site or adjacent environmental challenges can be noted. All permits, plans, state and local approvals and easements have been submitted by the borrower and can be verified in the field. Everyone benefits from a thorough site inspection.

"And remember this," David Kastner, adds "cosmetics count! Some time spent adding a coat of paint, picking up trash, draining standing water and even mowing down tall grass and weeds show concern for the environment as well as concern for the deal."

The site inspection goes a long way toward determining if the project makes sense for its location, environment and suitability of its function.

"Tell us what you need. We succeed on your success," visit us at Groupe369.com or by calling 639.396.6400

About Groupe 369:
Groupe 369 Corp. and its partners is an established portfolio lender for commercial real estate loans offering attractive financing solutions and pricing for unconventional and hard-to-place real estate loans across all 50 states.

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Independent Title Agents 1st Conference A Huge Success

Independent Title Agents From Across The Country Meet In Atlantic City To Discuss The Future Of
The Industry And The Independent Agent.

Atlantic City, New Jersey (PRWEB) May 30, 2009 — The National Association of Independent Land Title Agents ("NAILTA") held its first conference in Atlantic City at the Trump Marina on May 18, 2009. More than 100 independent Title Agents from across the country assembled to hear the vision and goals of NAILTA presented by its president Charles Proctor, Esq.

Regina Lowrie, former chairman of the Mortgage Bankers Association of America delivered the keynote address that pinpointed the economic forecast for both the mortgage industry and the Title Industry, followed by Carl Samson, Esq, the President of New Jersey Title Underwriters who spoke on the future of the Independent Title Agent. Richard Patterson, Esq. of CATIC Companies and Lawrence J. Bell, Esq. Regional Underwriting Counsel for Stewart Title Guaranty Company who reinforced the role of the Underwriter to help the Independent Title Agent.

All in attendance agreed that the future of the title insurance industry lies in the hands of the Independent Agent and that the American Consumer and the real estate industry can only benefit when there is transparency in the settlement process and when no financial relationship exists between the title insurance provider and its industry partners in the real estate and mortgage industries. The American Consumer deserves the benefit of working with an independent agent where there is no third party influencing the sanctity of the settlement process.

The National Association of Independent Land Title Agents is headquartered in Chadds Ford Pennsylvania. For more information go to www.nailta.org

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Bid4Assets Sells its 60,000th Real Estate Property; Sees Increased Buying Activity

Bid4Assets, Inc., (www.bid4assets.com), an online real estate auction company, announced today it has successfully auctioned its 60,000th real estate property since its inception.

Silver Spring, MD (PRWEB) May 30, 2009 — Bid4Assets, Inc., (www.bid4assets.com), an online real estate auction company, announced today it has successfully auctioned its 60,000th real estate property since its inception. In addition, the company announced that in the 1st quarter of 2009 they experienced a 19% increase in the number of real estate properties sold through online auction on its site versus the 1st quarter of 2008.

"Feedback from our sellers state that the completion rate for their auctions is the best in the industry. They attribute their high sales rates to our site security measures, such as ID Verification of buyers, and Bid4Assets’ selling power which stems from a large, ever growing number of investors who register to bid on our site. In the early months of 2009, these investors have become especially active, creating an ideal marketplace for both buyers and sellers of real estate." says Christina Osberg, CEO.

Bid4Assets has been auctioning property around the nation online since November 1999. The company auctions all types of real estate online, including homes, land, and commercial property. In addition to working with private sellers, Bid4Assets auctions real estate for banks, attorneys, non-profit organizations, county governments and federal agencies. Auction high bid prices have ranged from less than $100 to several million.

Some auction highlights include selling a mansion in which construction was partially finished in Arlington, TX for the US Marshals Service for $1.18M and the sale of a 34 home portfolio from a private seller for $330K in 2008. A corner lot zoned for residential use in Brooklyn, NY went for over $400K for another government seller. More recently, Bid4Assets has created a niche market selling distressed homes with $1 minimum bids and no reserve price.

"I’m encouraged to see Bid4Assets reach this milestone amid such a troubling real estate market," says Jesse Loomis, VP Business Development. "Many of our sellers are buying bank-owned properties in massive quantities for pennies on the dollar. By auctioning these online starting at $1, investors and first-time home buyers are purchasing vacant homes at a significant discount. Most of our buyers make the necessary repairs to restore the home and either move in or place tenants. This is going a long way to help stabilize local markets that have been plagued by poorly maintained foreclosures. There is still much work to be done and plenty of opportunity for savvy buyers. I’m confident we will hit the 100K mark even faster!"

About Bid4Assets, Inc.
Bid4Assets (http://www.bid4assets.com) is the online auction marketplace that specializes in absolute auctions – real estate starting at $1 with no reserve price. Bid4Assets conducts online auctions for a growing list of federal and state government agencies, including more than 40 counties nationwide, the U.S. Marshals Service and the U.S. Department of Treasury. The privately held company, launched in 1999, is based in Silver Spring, Md.

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Commercial Lease Advocates Launches Rent Mitigation Services in California

During tough economic times, operators of food and beverage establishments are often pushed to the point of meltdown due to the double whammy of decreasing sales and escalated fixed costs such as rent. Restaurateurs and other retailers worry about meeting their commitments whilst engaged in a daily chase towards a mythical "breakeven". Landlords’ worst nightmares typically feature vacancies. They’ve learned not to take their tenants for granted and generally appreciate the wisdom of according flexibility in their rent demands in the teeth of a recession of historic proportions. Rent-Mitigation may well be a concept whose time has arrived. Riding the RM horse? None other than Commercial Lease Advocates, a new law firm based in San Diego’s Mission Valley whose activities extend throughout the state of California.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) May 30, 2009 — Ask any restaurateur. Just how are things in the food and beverage business these days? In virtually every instance, the answer you’ll get is "Not so swift".

What’s the first thing that financially-strapped consumers cut back on during a recession? Hint: Cookbook sales have actually improved in recent months while the lines waiting for service at your local Cheesecake Factory have diminished, to almost nil. Let’s face it, dining out has become a luxury most cannot afford anymore except on rare occasions. During times like these every prudent business proprietor looks to cut back on expenses (real-world experiences, as well as major helpings of common sense, to our day-to-day dealings with both clients and their landlords. So far, we’ve managed to save our clients’ a few dollars."

Unique in its field, Commercial Lease Advocates (www.commericalleaseadvocates.com) operates on a contingent-fee basis, a modus operandi commonly deployed in the personal injury legal arena. Fees are equal to one-fourth of any Year One rent savings derived through their efforts. . . In those rare instances where they don’t succeed the client pays nothing. No expense reimbursement, No ‘processing fees’, Nada.

Where Commercial Lease Advocates’ efforts are concerned, it’s hard to find any losers. Landlords tend to appreciate its efforts as these provide a measure of leasehold security in lean times. And tenants prefer paying less rent. And the attorneys at Commercial Lease Advocates earn a reasonable dollar by performing a valuable service where everyone wins. Want to learn more? Visit http://www.commericalleaseadvocates.com

CONTACT:
Kristy Powers
858-227-4561
kristy(at)commercialleaseadvocates.com

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Signature Homes Gives Away $10,000 to Area Realtors through Contest

As advertised through MLS in February, any licensed realtor who showed and sold a Signature Home by March 31st, 2009 that closed by April 30th, 2009 would be entered into a contest to win $10,000! This was a way for Signature to say thank you to the realtor community in Birmingham for all their hard work.

Birmingham, AL (Vocus) — As advertised through MLS in February, any licensed realtor who showed and sold a Signature Home by March 31st, 2009 that closed by April 30th, 2009 would be entered into a contest to win $10,000! This was a way for Signature to say thank you to the realtor community in Birmingham for all their hard work.

The agents that qualified were: Brent Howell of Realty South Vestavia, Greg Maxwell of Remax Southern Homes, LueDean Larkin of Realty South OTM and Reba Main of Realty South Northern.

The award was presented at Brock’s Restaurant in the Renaissance Ross Bridge Hotel, where the four qualifying agents unanimously decided to split the prize evenly amongst themselves.

"This was a fun contest and an exciting way to reward the agents for all of their hard work," said Dwight Sandlin, President of Signature Homes. "Realtors are very important to the success of our company and we wanted to find a meaningful way to show our appreciation."

Signature Homes is creating lifestyle communities throughout the Birmingham/Hoover metro area. For more information visit Signature Homes on the web at www.SignatureHomes.net.

Kate Giffin, Signature Homes
(205) 873-1025
www.signaturehomes.net

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Online Registration Begins for America’s Largest Grassroots Solar Event: the American Solar Energy Society’s National Solar Tour

Thousands Organizing Solar Tours to Help Over 150,000 Businesses and Home Owners Learn How to Slash Energy Costs, Reap New Incentives & Improve Property Values by Going Solar

Boulder, CO (Vocus) May 29, 2009 — The non-profit American Solar Energy Society (ASES) has launched an online registration tool to help communities across the U.S. participate in the largest grassroots solar event in America, its National Solar Tour. The annual event allows home owners, businesses, schools, municipalities and non-profits to showcase how they are using solar power to slash energy costs, improve property values and reap rich new government incentives. Last year, 140,000 people in 49 states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico participated.

"With a perfect storm of national leadership that recognizes the importance of renewable energy, a menu of enticing new government incentives, rising energy costs and a groundswell of public support for clean energy alternatives, interest in the benefits of solar is off the charts," said ASES National Solar Tour Manager Richard Burns. "We’re issuing a call for potential hosts, sponsors and volunteers to propel this effort forward by joining the hundreds of others who have enlisted to support this year’s tour," he said.

This year’s National Solar Tour is slated for October 3, 2009. Now in its 14th year, the ASES National Solar Tour provides free organizational support, signage and logistical insights for thousands of green building, civic and environmental groups interested in conducting tours to highlight the solar-powered solutions benefitting their communities. ASES also provides 100,000 "Get Started" solar buyer’s guides for the individuals participating in this year’s tour. According to pre- and post-tour surveys, 44% of those taking the tour are interested in purchasing clean energy technology for their homes. After the tour, that number jumps to an astounding 73%.

Burns, whose office is dominated by a U.S. map touting push pins that represent the thousands of tours he supports across the U.S., hosts monthly conference calls for tour organizers to offer logistical support, marketing and sponsorship tips, while encouraging organizers to share best practices to optimize turnout. The U.S. Department of Energy provides funding for the tour that helps extend its reach to communities across all 50 states.

"People interested in contributing to this effort should be thinking about how they wish to be involved. The time to start planning for a successful tour is now; the time to register your tour – or to join a tour already slated for your community – is today," he said.

Burns says ASES decided to create the online registration feature out of deference to the thousands of volunteers the tour attracts — so that groups could register 7/24; at their convenience. "Like the solar energy solutions we’re promoting, we want our registration process to be as efficient as possible," Burns added.

While the tour traditionally showcases residential solar projects, the explosive growth of solar incentives for energy-intensive businesses, schools and public agencies helped drive the decision to expand the scope of the tour to include solar solutions implemented in these sectors as well.

"The extension of the Investment Tax Credit and the bevy of new incentives introduced via President Obama’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act make the economics of going solar better than they’ve ever been — not only for home owners, but for businesses and non-profits like schools, hospitals and local government," said Jyl Safier, Marketing Director of National Solar Tour Platinum Sponsor Conergy.

Conergy designs, installs and finances solar photovoltaic solutions for major commercial sectors, public agencies, businesses and – through its network of hundreds of dealers across the U.S. – home owners and local government.

American Solar Energy Society’s home town jurisdiction, Boulder County, will be the first public agency showcased on the tour. "State and local governments across the country are looking for ways to responsibly spend their stimulus dollars," noted Jim Volpa of Bella Energy, a Conergy distribution partner. Volpa says Boulder County was interested in reaping the benefits of solar, but faced the conundrum of being ineligible for federal renewable energy incentives at the time it wished to let its RFP.

"Bella Energy engaged Conergy to hammer out a Solar Host Agreement (SHA) to pay for the Boulder County solar electric systems without impacting the county’s ability to serve its public," said Volpa. Bella Energy won the bid to install 615 kilowatts (kW) of solar electric equipment on eight county buildings, and today that solution is offsetting 6% of the county’s current electricity demand.

The National Solar Tour provides a unique opportunity for administrators, home owners and businesses to not only view the vast array of solar energy options available, but to have in-depth discussions with neighbors, installers, business owners and related energy efficiency experts about the costs and benefits of going solar, installation processes and timelines, all while viewing practical examples of how solar works in homes, businesses and public agencies similar to theirs. Boulder County illustrates the caliber of unique solutions slated for this year’s National Solar Tour.

Noted ASES National Solar Tour Manager Burns: "Solar energy powers the systems on display, but it is the people hosting, organizing, sponsoring and participating in these tours that truly fuel our success."

Those interested in becoming tour hosts, volunteers or sponsors are invited to visit www.nationalsolartour.org or contact Richard Burns at 303.443.3130.

About the American Solar Energy Society
Established in 1954, the nonprofit American Solar Energy Society is the nation’s leading association of solar professionals and grassroots advocates. Supported by more than 13,000 members, ASES’ mission is to speed the transition to a sustainable energy economy. ASES advances education, research and policy, inspiring the nation to go solar. ASES publishes the award-winning SOLAR TODAY magazine, presents the National Solar Conference, and leads the National Solar Tour – the largest grassroots solar event in the world. www.ases.org

About Conergy:
Conergy designs, manufactures, installs and finances solar photovoltaic solutions for major commercial sectors, public agencies, businesses and homeowners through two distinct channels. Conergy’s Projects Group focuses on custom solutions for large-scale, energy-intensive enterprises; Conergy’s Distribution Group serves a national network of installers, developers and dealers in the grid-tied and off-grid residential realm, while also addressing the needs of small commercial markets. With ten years’ market prowess, Conergy has successfully deployed projects totaling over 1 Gigawatt of renewable energy capacity around the world. With operations in 15 countries over 4 continents, Conergy is driving today’s clean energy economy via the design, distribution, installation or financing of close to 1 in 10 of the world’s solar energy systems. Learn more at www.conergy.us.

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