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Property Investment Connection Launches in Texas

AUSTIN, TX - July 6, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — ‹ Developing commercial real estate just got easier. Combining advanced database technology with commercial real estate industry experts, Property Investment Connection (PIC) LLC proudly announces the launch of an all-new Web site that provides enhanced communication and maximizes networking opportunities for key professionals within the commercial real estate market.

PSMI Opens Office In Graham, TX

Roswell, NM - June 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — PrimeSource Mortgage, Inc. (PSMI) continues to open branches Nationwide. PSMI proudly announces the opening of an independently owned and operated (PSM) Branch in Graham, TX.

Equity Based Services, Inc. Proves Leveraged Real Estate Acquisitions are Alive and Well

Arlington, TX - June 16, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) - Equity Based Services, Inc. (“EBS”) announced the purchase of two Self Storage properties in the Dallas suburb of Arlington, TX. The two facilities are Assured “Median” Self Storage at 5500 Highway 287 and Assured “Sublett” Self Storage at 1800 Sublett Road.

Hammerly Business Park Inks First Deal with Goodyear Tire

Houston, TX - June 12, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, one of the world's largest tire companies, has signed a new 17,658 square foot lease at the Hammerly Business Park. This marks the first tenant to sign-on at the new 140,000 square foot office/distribution warehouse, which is located at 1811 Brittmoore Road in northwest Houston, just off Beltway 8 and Interstate 10. The recently constructed facility is a development of Clay Development and Construction and is a deed-restricted park with regional detention and professional management.

Web site Details First-of-Its-Kind Veterans Community

Donations Encouraged to Support the Development of "Patriots by the Lake". HOUSTON, TX - June 12, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Plans to develop the nation's first-of-its-kind mixed-use waterfront community designed for and dedicated to veterans are now officially underway. The innovative development, known as Patriots by the Lake, is intended to offer veterans high-quality health care services, a combination of housing options, and an array of amenities and job opportunities for them and their families

CB Richard Ellis Closes on Lease in Southwest Houston

Houston, TX - June 10, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — JT Parker Claims, a multi-line independent adjusting and claims management company, has expanded its office lease at Ashford Crossing II with an additional 3,238 square feet. The six-story, 161,213 square foot building is located at 1880 Dairy Ashford in southwest Houston. Matt Dunn of CB Richard Ellis represented the landlord, Enterprise Development Company, in the transaction.

IHG’s Portfolio of Extended-Stay Hotels in Houston to Triple

ATLANTA, GA - June 4, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) (IHG) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, announced today that Houston can expect another 2,400 guest suites from extended-stay hotel brands Staybridge Suites and Candlewood Suites with 27 new hotels in the development pipeline.

Hines Announces Leasing Activity at Phoenix Tower

HOUSTON, TX - June 4, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Hines, the property and leasing manager for Phoenix Tower in Houston, on behalf of building owner, FSP Phoenix Tower Limited Partnership (“FSPLP”), announced today the following leasing activity at the 34-story, 629,000-square-foot office tower located at 3200 Southwest Freeway:

FEMA Obligates Nearly $4 Million To Texas Southern University For Science Building And Auditorium...

AUSTIN, TX - April 02, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded $3,974,593 to the state of Texas for Texas Southern University in Houston for repairs to classrooms, hallways and an auditorium severely damaged by Hurricane Ike.

First American Information and Outsourcing Solutions Segment To Host CampusMBA Mortgage Servicing School March...

March 05, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Information and Outsourcing Solutions segment of The First American Corporation (NYSE:FAF) announced today that it will host the Mortgage Bankers Association’s CampusMBA School of Mortgage Servicing, March 24-26, at the company’s Westlake, Texas, campus.

Housing And Other Disaster Assistance In Brazoria County Tops $41.6 Million

AUSTIN, Texas -- More than $41.6 million in federal and state grants and low-interest disaster loans has been approved for Brazoria County five months after Hurricane Ike made landfall.

Housing And Other Disaster Assistance In Angelina County Tops $1.7 Million

AUSTIN, Texas -- More than $1.7 million in federal and state grants and low-interest disaster loans have been approved for Angelina County five months after Hurricane Ike made landfall.

Bcl Of Texas Secures $130,860 Grant For Foreclosure Prevention Counseling

Austin, TX - December 5, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) –  NeighborWorks America announced today that Business & Community Lenders (BCL) of Texas has been awarded a...

Express Energy Services Operating, L.P. Signs Lease at Phoenix Tower

HOUSTON, TX - September, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Hines, the property and leasing manager for Phoenix Tower in Houston, on behalf of building owner...

The Regus Group Opens its Newest Houston Area Business Center in the CITYCENTRE Development

HOUSTON, TEXAS – July 07, 2008 – The Regus Group (LSE: RGU), the world’s largest provider of fully furnished and equipped offices with 950...

Charges defendants with conspiring to defraud deceased homeowners, heirs of property titles

HOUSTON – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott has obtained a temporary restraining order against several defendants who conspired to steal homes from deceased Houston...

State housing agency awards $1.9 million for new senior apartment complex in Floresville

Recognizing that senior citizens often face great obstacles in securing affordable housing in rural Texas, the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)...

Foreclosure Prevention Fair Planned for Saturday, June7th

June 3, 2008 -- Over 3000 homes face foreclosure each month in the greater Houston area. That is one in every 168 households. While...

Hines REIT Acquires Landmark Tower

HOUSTON – The Houston office of Hines, the international real estate firm, announced today that Hines REIT has acquired Williams Tower, the 1.5 million-square-foot,...

Gov. Perry Announces TEF Investment in Solar Power Company

AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today announced the state will invest $1 million through the Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) in HelioVolt Corp. of Austin...

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Benefits of Hiring an Accident Attorney

The Benefits of Hiring an Accident Attorney

Road accidents are more common that one might think. Did you know that according to Texas Department of Transportation, 1 crash occurs every 59 seconds in Texas? In the unfortunate situation of a road crash, your injuries are not the only thing you need to worry about.