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Tempe, AZ - January 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Fidelity National Title, one of Arizona's largest title insurance and escrow service companies, in partnership with Cromford Report, a subscription-based online statistical resource on the Metropolitan Phoenix residential resale market, today confirmed that the top of the Arizona real estate market was in June of 2006, with the bottom hitting in April of 2009. Maximum inventory of homes on the market was in late April of 2008

Contest offers sustainably-minded real estate professionals a chance to gain recognition and win a free membership with the Arizona Green Chamber of Commerce. Tempe, AZ - November 23, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Fidelity National Title, one of Arizona's largest title insurance and escrow service companies, has announced the launch of its "Win the Paperless Fight Title Championship" contest, which is accepting nominations at www.WinThePaperlessFight.com through December 31st, 2009. Open exclusively to real estate professionals, both residential and commercial, the contest invites nominations for those who are demonstrating a commitment to sustainable business practices and making a big impact specifically through the reduction of paper waste. Self-nominations are encouraged.

Washington, DC - November 4, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Green Building Council today announced that key Obama environmental adviser Carol M. Browner will be the keynote speaker at the closing plenary session of USGBC’s annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, held Nov.11-13, 2009, in Phoenix, Ariz.

PHOENIX, AR - October 13, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- McCoy’s Building Supply was recognized by Home Channel News (HCN) magazine as the 2009 Pro Dealer of the Year during their annual Pro Dealer Industry Summit, held October 7 to 9 in Phoenix, Arizona.From HCN’s listing of the top 500 building supply pro dealers in the nation, McCoy’s was the largest retailer to show an increase in sales during 2008, despite the current economic recession and upset in the U.S. housing market

September 11, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- USAA Real Estate Company, in development partnership with Seefried Industrial Properties, Inc., announced the acquisition of 46.12 acres of land in Tolleson, Arizona for the build-to-suit development of a 465,600-square-foot regional distribution center. Home improvement specialty retailer Home Depot, Inc. signed a 20-year lease to occupy the space upon completion. The transaction price has not been disclosed.

May 20, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — NOL Group, parent company of global shipping leader APL, today identified an office building in Phoenix, Arizona...

May 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Scottsdale this week is publishing a Truth in Taxation notice, as required by Arizona state law, which deals solely with the city’s primary property tax levy. The city’s “combined” (primary and secondary) property tax rate is expected to remain unchanged next year.

May 7, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The city of Phoenix Neighborhood Service Department is offering grants to improve the energy efficiency of low-income households, through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program. A household of four can earn up to $44,100 annually, and qualify for the program.

Washington, D.C. - March 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva announces that the State of Arizona will receive over $28 million for Arizona airports by way of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan (ARRA).

Phoenix, AZ - March 13, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Potential homebuyers may qualify for $15,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance to help buy an affordable foreclosed single family home, townhouse or condominium in the city of Phoenix

March 11, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — SAHBA Builder Magazine, working in partnership with Arizona Lithographers, has been certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a “green” publication.

SAN FRANCISCO - March 10, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Pro Properties, Inc., one of Phoenix’s largest property management companies, was fined $7,500 for violating federal lead-based paint disclosure requirements at numerous apartment buildings in the Phoenix area.

March 10, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Southern Arizona Home Builders Association's quarterly "Builder Magazine" is now a certified "green" publication. The magazine is being published using energy offsets. The wind-power offset is equal to reducing air emissions by about 1,157 pounds, SAHBA said

WASHINGTON, D.C. - February 03, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva announced today that more than $12 million in Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) grants have been awarded to fund three projects in Pima and Maricopa counties.

January 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Tucson Association of Realtors is seeking businesses that specialize in environmentally friendly products or services to be part of a “Green Show” at the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association Spring Home & Patio Show, planned for April 3-5 at the Tucson Convention Center.

PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Housing has announced that it has received $683,060 to support the continuation of the state’s foreclosure prevention counseling efforts. The much -needed boost will enable an existing network of 13 community -based organizations across Arizona to provide continued assistance to homeowners in danger of foreclosure.

The Southern Arizona Home Builders Association's 37th annual Fall Home & Garden Show kicks off Friday, Oct. 10, at the Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave., and continues through Sunday, Oct. 12.

September 19, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Have you ever wondered what happens to your garbage once it's picked up by the city? Do you know what kind of trees to plant at your home and where?

WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 16, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords is urging her Arizona colleagues in the Senate, John McCain and Jon Kyl, to support extending the solar investment tax credit for eight years.

September 4, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Learn about fair housing practices and laws at a free two-hour workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at Phoenix City Hall, assembly room A, 200 W. Washington St.