SANFORD, Fla. –Tolaris Realty Group now has a property management division.
Richard Bavec, who heads Tolaris Realty Group, based on SR 46 west of Sanford at Lake Forest said, “We’ve been asked by many investors and property owners to be the ‘eyes and ears’ of their properties in Central Florida.”
The property management division will work out of Tolaris Realty Group’s Lake Forest headquarters.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Data Transfer Solutions expands, adds 5,000 square feet of office space to Orlando Headquarters in Downtown Avalon Park
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Data Transfer Solutions, LLC (DTS), the Avalon Park based firm that provides asset management, geographic information systems, application development, transportation planning and engineering, web design, database applications, and video and multimedia production services to local governments and regional and state agencies throughout the U.S., has expanded its Orlando headquarters offices by 5,000 square feet.
A.M. “Trey” Fragala III, AICP, PMP, chief operating officer at Data Transfer Solutions, said the firm currently employs 50 full time professionals in offices in Orlando, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Collins, Colo., Portland, Ore, Nashville, and New Hampshire.
A.M. “Trey” Fragala III, AICP, PMP, chief operating officer at Data Transfer Solutions, said the firm currently employs 50 full time professionals in offices in Orlando, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Collins, Colo., Portland, Ore, Nashville, and New Hampshire.
Aquarii Services, Inc. to Pilot Test Innovative Dehumidification System
WINTER SPRINGS, Fla. – Aquarii Services, Inc., a turnkey design and installation company whose systems can help building owners significantly improve energy efficiency and air quality, is launching its pilot test phase.
Cliff D’Angelo, a principal of the company, said Aquarii specializes in solar thermal desiccant dehumidification systems that utilize the sun’s energy to reduce air-conditioning loads.
“We have developed a truly innovative way to use hot water,” D’Angelo said. “The desiccant dehumidifier draws out moisture from the air inside the building and pumps it outside through exhaust vents.”
By reducing humidity, air-conditioning thermostats can be set at higher temperatures without sacrificing comfort. “Our system can reduce air-conditioning loads by at least 30 percent, and it is most effective during the hottest parts of the summer,” D’Angelo said.
The desiccant dehumidifier, controlled by an independent humidistat, maintains indoor air humidity between 40 and 60 percent, reducing mold, mildew and dust mites that trigger allergies. D’Angelo said odors, bacteria and chemical reactions are dramatically reduced, generating a much healthier environment for workers.
Aquarii Services is currently seeking a local commercial test site to validate that the system is fully operational and ready for widespread distribution. The pilot test would allow a local business building owner to have a system designed, installed and monitored for its effectiveness at controlling the building’s humidity and reducing energy costs. Commercial building owners who are interested in reducing their high air conditioning costs and improving their air quality are encouraged to volunteer for the pilot testing opportunity.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Cliff D’Angelo, a principal of the company, said Aquarii specializes in solar thermal desiccant dehumidification systems that utilize the sun’s energy to reduce air-conditioning loads.
“We have developed a truly innovative way to use hot water,” D’Angelo said. “The desiccant dehumidifier draws out moisture from the air inside the building and pumps it outside through exhaust vents.”
By reducing humidity, air-conditioning thermostats can be set at higher temperatures without sacrificing comfort. “Our system can reduce air-conditioning loads by at least 30 percent, and it is most effective during the hottest parts of the summer,” D’Angelo said.
The desiccant dehumidifier, controlled by an independent humidistat, maintains indoor air humidity between 40 and 60 percent, reducing mold, mildew and dust mites that trigger allergies. D’Angelo said odors, bacteria and chemical reactions are dramatically reduced, generating a much healthier environment for workers.
Aquarii Services is currently seeking a local commercial test site to validate that the system is fully operational and ready for widespread distribution. The pilot test would allow a local business building owner to have a system designed, installed and monitored for its effectiveness at controlling the building’s humidity and reducing energy costs. Commercial building owners who are interested in reducing their high air conditioning costs and improving their air quality are encouraged to volunteer for the pilot testing opportunity.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
WeinPlus develops CLEAR process improvement solution
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. --- WeinPlus Real Estate Advisory Services in St. Petersburg plans to trademark the CLEAR process improvement system it developed for its clients including both publicly traded and private real estate owners, a leading grocery retailer and a public school district.
Rachel Elias Wein, AIA, principal of WeinPlus, said her CLEAR process improvement technique has applications in many industries besides commercial real estate development.
CLEAR is highly effective, Wein said, because it is logical, practical and productive.
Already, CLEAR has helped a publicly traded REIT dramatically improve its tenant coordination procedures by increasing efficiency, directly resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars in additional revenue.
“CLEAR stands for Collaborate, Learn, Evaluate, Act and Respond,” Wein explained.
“This system coordinates all the moving parts of a management team to increase efficiency and generate a more desirable — and profitable — level of productivity,” she said. “The first step is to collaborate and learn about the challenges we’re facing,” Wein said. “We talk with everyone on the team. We interview, we get it all out in the open,” she explained.
Most challenges focus on three principal constraints: cost, quality and time. Typically focus is on cost, , Wein said, but real cost can be deceptive.
“Sometimes, a manager will sacrifice time and quality to control costs,” Wein explained. “There’s a perception that dollars are everything, but the team expense should be measured as well. An additional four approvals for a minor cost likely lose more value in time expended than in direct expense.” she said.
Sometimes developers who spend more money to increase the speed at which a project is completed will end up generating greater returns because the finished product is available sooner for customers or tenants.
Once the challenges are clearly identified by the entire management team, WeinPlus works with the team to evaluate action steps to increase productivity.
“Then we act,” Wein said. “We do a test implantation to see if we can change our process to increase productivity and then respond to that action to determine how to continually improve the process,” she said.
Wein said, “CLEAR serves as an excellent organizational tool for projects that require the coordinated efforts of several different departments.
“Departments within a corporate culture have a tendency to evolve independently,” Wein said. “CLEAR is a way to learn and analyze the best practices within and outside each department and maximize the benefits throughout the entire company.”
Rachel Elias Wein, AIA, principal of WeinPlus, said her CLEAR process improvement technique has applications in many industries besides commercial real estate development.
CLEAR is highly effective, Wein said, because it is logical, practical and productive.
Already, CLEAR has helped a publicly traded REIT dramatically improve its tenant coordination procedures by increasing efficiency, directly resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars in additional revenue.
“CLEAR stands for Collaborate, Learn, Evaluate, Act and Respond,” Wein explained.
“This system coordinates all the moving parts of a management team to increase efficiency and generate a more desirable — and profitable — level of productivity,” she said. “The first step is to collaborate and learn about the challenges we’re facing,” Wein said. “We talk with everyone on the team. We interview, we get it all out in the open,” she explained.
Most challenges focus on three principal constraints: cost, quality and time. Typically focus is on cost, , Wein said, but real cost can be deceptive.
“Sometimes, a manager will sacrifice time and quality to control costs,” Wein explained. “There’s a perception that dollars are everything, but the team expense should be measured as well. An additional four approvals for a minor cost likely lose more value in time expended than in direct expense.” she said.
Sometimes developers who spend more money to increase the speed at which a project is completed will end up generating greater returns because the finished product is available sooner for customers or tenants.
Once the challenges are clearly identified by the entire management team, WeinPlus works with the team to evaluate action steps to increase productivity.
“Then we act,” Wein said. “We do a test implantation to see if we can change our process to increase productivity and then respond to that action to determine how to continually improve the process,” she said.
Wein said, “CLEAR serves as an excellent organizational tool for projects that require the coordinated efforts of several different departments.
“Departments within a corporate culture have a tendency to evolve independently,” Wein said. “CLEAR is a way to learn and analyze the best practices within and outside each department and maximize the benefits throughout the entire company.”
Crossman & Company Completes New Long Term Lease Agreement with Great Clips at Shoppes of Citrus Park
TAMPA, Fla. -- Crossman & Company, the Orlando-based firm that ranks as one of the largest retail property management and leasing companies in the Southeast, recently negotiated a five-year lease at the Shoppes of Citrus Park, 7851 Gunn Highway in Tampa.
Leasing Associate Tracy Harrison represented the landlord at the Shoppes of Citrus Park in the retail lease agreement for 1,200 square feet. The new tenant, Great Clips was represented by Brian Bern of Franklin Street Real Estate Services.
About Crossman & Company
Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Crossman & Company is a commercial real estate brokerage firm that specializes in the retail industry. Currently their portfolio under leasing and/or management exceeds 150 shopping centers throughout the Southeast US. Founded in 1990, Crossman & Company focuses solely on landlord representation and serves clients including Publix, PREIT, and GE. Please visit www.crossmanco.com, or call 407-423-5400 for more information.
Leasing Associate Tracy Harrison represented the landlord at the Shoppes of Citrus Park in the retail lease agreement for 1,200 square feet. The new tenant, Great Clips was represented by Brian Bern of Franklin Street Real Estate Services.
About Crossman & Company
Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Crossman & Company is a commercial real estate brokerage firm that specializes in the retail industry. Currently their portfolio under leasing and/or management exceeds 150 shopping centers throughout the Southeast US. Founded in 1990, Crossman & Company focuses solely on landlord representation and serves clients including Publix, PREIT, and GE. Please visit www.crossmanco.com, or call 407-423-5400 for more information.
Mattamy Homes Heads Team of Volunteers, Joins ‘Rebuilding Together’ for Rock and Roll Paint-A-Thon on ‘National Make a Difference Day’
PHOENIX, AZ --- Mattamy Homes in Phoenix organized a team of volunteers among many who devoted their time and energy recently to fix up and repair homes of elderly and disabled residents across the state of Arizona.
Carolyn Morrison, vice president of operations at Mattamy Homes in the Phoenix region, said “It’s all part of a national volunteer organization--Rebuilding Together” (www.rebuildingtogether.org)
Rebuilding Together assembled the teams for its Rock and Roll Paint-A-Thon on National Make a Difference Day.
“Across Arizona, teams of volunteers repainted and spruced up 180 homes for people who are unable financially or physically do repair work themselves,” she said.
The effort was a labor of love for a group of Mattamy Homes colleagues, partners, suppliers and providers joined without hesitation.
Morrison said the Mattamy Homes team, along with trade partners Gothic Landscaping, B&H Drywall and Stucco, Studio Dwell, Contrado Group, ProTex, Southwest CLG, Ferguson Appliances, Motivational Systems, Inc., Walton Development, TDR Group, Iwired and Arizona Wholesale painted, repaired and did stucco work at a Phoenix residence.
“Our trade partners volunteered their personal time and labor for this work and they all responded immediately to the request,” Morrison said.
Altogether, the Mattamy Homes team included more than 20 volunteers, Morrison said.
“We are looking forward to future volunteer projects with Rebuilding Together,” she added.
About Mattamy Homes:
Mattamy Homes, www.mattamyhomes.com, expanded into the U.S. in 2003 and is headquartered in Winter Park, Fla., with divisions in Arizona, Minneapolis, Charlotte, Jacksonville and Orlando. The homebuilder, the largest and most active in Canada with annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion, was ranked among the highest of all homebuilders in the greater Toronto and Ottawa areas in a nationwide customer satisfaction survey conducted by J.D. Power Associates.
Carolyn Morrison, vice president of operations at Mattamy Homes in the Phoenix region, said “It’s all part of a national volunteer organization--Rebuilding Together” (www.rebuildingtogether.org)
Rebuilding Together assembled the teams for its Rock and Roll Paint-A-Thon on National Make a Difference Day.
“Across Arizona, teams of volunteers repainted and spruced up 180 homes for people who are unable financially or physically do repair work themselves,” she said.
The effort was a labor of love for a group of Mattamy Homes colleagues, partners, suppliers and providers joined without hesitation.
Morrison said the Mattamy Homes team, along with trade partners Gothic Landscaping, B&H Drywall and Stucco, Studio Dwell, Contrado Group, ProTex, Southwest CLG, Ferguson Appliances, Motivational Systems, Inc., Walton Development, TDR Group, Iwired and Arizona Wholesale painted, repaired and did stucco work at a Phoenix residence.
“Our trade partners volunteered their personal time and labor for this work and they all responded immediately to the request,” Morrison said.
Altogether, the Mattamy Homes team included more than 20 volunteers, Morrison said.
“We are looking forward to future volunteer projects with Rebuilding Together,” she added.
About Mattamy Homes:
Mattamy Homes, www.mattamyhomes.com, expanded into the U.S. in 2003 and is headquartered in Winter Park, Fla., with divisions in Arizona, Minneapolis, Charlotte, Jacksonville and Orlando. The homebuilder, the largest and most active in Canada with annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion, was ranked among the highest of all homebuilders in the greater Toronto and Ottawa areas in a nationwide customer satisfaction survey conducted by J.D. Power Associates.
Lennar Acquires 27 home sites at Bahia Cove in Ruskin
TAMPA, Fla. --- Lennar has acquired 27 home sites at Bahia Cove, located off Shell Point Road in Ruskin.
Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said Lennar plans to build four, five and six bedroom single family homes in five distinctive floor plans at Bahia Cove priced from the $190s to the $230s with two and three car garages.
New homes at Bahia Cove will range in size from 2,529 square feet of living space to 3,889 square feet, Metheny said.
Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said Lennar plans to build four, five and six bedroom single family homes in five distinctive floor plans at Bahia Cove priced from the $190s to the $230s with two and three car garages.
New homes at Bahia Cove will range in size from 2,529 square feet of living space to 3,889 square feet, Metheny said.
Ashton Woods Homes has three ready to move in homes available at Palm Cove in Wesley Chapel
TAMPA, Fla. --- Three ready-to-move-in homes are now available at Palm Cove located in Pasco County off Boyette Road and S.R. 54 in Wesley Chapel.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing for Ashton Woods Homes in the Tampa Bay region, said the ready-to-move-in homes at Palm Cove range in size from 1,634 square feet of living space to 2,639 square feet.
Single-family homes at Palm Cove are priced form $154,900 and three, four and five bedroom homes are available. Roche added that Ashton Woods has 40 home sites remaining in the community.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix. Visit www.ashtonwoodshomes.com.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing for Ashton Woods Homes in the Tampa Bay region, said the ready-to-move-in homes at Palm Cove range in size from 1,634 square feet of living space to 2,639 square feet.
Single-family homes at Palm Cove are priced form $154,900 and three, four and five bedroom homes are available. Roche added that Ashton Woods has 40 home sites remaining in the community.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix. Visit www.ashtonwoodshomes.com.
SeaGate Homes has New Luxury Home Available in Palm Coast’s Upscale Forest Park Estates Neighborhood
PALM COAST – SeaGate Homes has completed a spacious three-bedroom, three-bath lakefront home in Forest Park Estates, a gated community off Colbert Lane in Palm Coast.
Priced at $359,900, the 2,555-square-foot Palm Coast model is situated on a lakefront estate homesite in a private community with underground utilities and mature hardwood trees, according to SeaGate President Robert Gazzoli√.
Located at 13 Clementina√ Court – the home is conveniently located to shopping and restaurants and is only five minutes from the beach. Gazzoli said the Palm Coast was designed around an open great-room layout and features a large master-bedroom suite with his and her closets, formal dining room and study, a huge walk-in pantry and oversized eat-in kitchen as well as a 40-foot, three-car courtyard garage, a 35-foot covered lanai and summer kitchen .
Architectural features include coffered ceilings, decorative arches, tile floors, along with the gourmet kitchen’s granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, under-mount sink, tile backsplash and 42-inch cabinets with crown molding.
For details about SeaGate models, floor plans and communities, call 386-445-1616√ or visit SeaGateHomes.com.
About SeaGate Homes:
SeaGate Homes, Flagler County’s largest homebuilder, is a 17-year-old, family-owned company with headquarters in Palm Coast. SeaGate builds quality homes at communities in St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Daytona Beach and Edgewater, as well as through their On-Your-Lot program in Volusia, Flagler and St. Johns counties. Prices range from the $90s to the $400s.
Priced at $359,900, the 2,555-square-foot Palm Coast model is situated on a lakefront estate homesite in a private community with underground utilities and mature hardwood trees, according to SeaGate President Robert Gazzoli√.
Located at 13 Clementina√ Court – the home is conveniently located to shopping and restaurants and is only five minutes from the beach. Gazzoli said the Palm Coast was designed around an open great-room layout and features a large master-bedroom suite with his and her closets, formal dining room and study, a huge walk-in pantry and oversized eat-in kitchen as well as a 40-foot, three-car courtyard garage, a 35-foot covered lanai and summer kitchen .
Architectural features include coffered ceilings, decorative arches, tile floors, along with the gourmet kitchen’s granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, under-mount sink, tile backsplash and 42-inch cabinets with crown molding.
For details about SeaGate models, floor plans and communities, call 386-445-1616√ or visit SeaGateHomes.com.
About SeaGate Homes:
SeaGate Homes, Flagler County’s largest homebuilder, is a 17-year-old, family-owned company with headquarters in Palm Coast. SeaGate builds quality homes at communities in St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Daytona Beach and Edgewater, as well as through their On-Your-Lot program in Volusia, Flagler and St. Johns counties. Prices range from the $90s to the $400s.
Volusia Law Firm to Help Sponsor “Spooktacular Charity Motorcycle Ride” Saturday, Oct. 29 in Daytona Beach
ORMOND BEACH – The Port Orange-based law firm of Rue & Ziffra is one of several local businesses helping to sponsor this year’s Spooktacular Charity Motorcycle Ride, which is being presented Saturday [Oct. 29] by the Iron Horse Saloon on Main Street in Daytona Beach.
The police-escorted ride is a benefit to raise money for the Halifax Medical Foundation, Daytona Beach Police Foundation, Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, and Volusia Charity Cops, a group of members from the Daytona Beach Police Department and Volusia County Sheriff’s Office who raise money for various charities.
The event – which begins with registration at 9:30 a.m. at Destination Daytona, 1637 N. U.S. Highway 1 in Ormond Beach – will include a ride down historic Main Street and around Daytona International Speedway before ending at the Iron Horse Saloon, according to John Rue, partner of the personal-injury law firm.
“We’re happy to be a sponsor of this event as motorcycle safety is part of our job and many of our employees will be participating in the ride,” Rue said.
In addition to the ride – which cost $15 for drivers and $5 for riders – the Spooktacular will feature music by the Old Haw Creek Band, a Halloween Costume Contest, raffles and door prizes and drink specials.
For more information, call 386-788-7700 or click on http://www.rueziffra.com/spooktacular-charity-ride-ormond-beach
About Rue & Ziffra: Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
The police-escorted ride is a benefit to raise money for the Halifax Medical Foundation, Daytona Beach Police Foundation, Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, and Volusia Charity Cops, a group of members from the Daytona Beach Police Department and Volusia County Sheriff’s Office who raise money for various charities.
The event – which begins with registration at 9:30 a.m. at Destination Daytona, 1637 N. U.S. Highway 1 in Ormond Beach – will include a ride down historic Main Street and around Daytona International Speedway before ending at the Iron Horse Saloon, according to John Rue, partner of the personal-injury law firm.
“We’re happy to be a sponsor of this event as motorcycle safety is part of our job and many of our employees will be participating in the ride,” Rue said.
In addition to the ride – which cost $15 for drivers and $5 for riders – the Spooktacular will feature music by the Old Haw Creek Band, a Halloween Costume Contest, raffles and door prizes and drink specials.
For more information, call 386-788-7700 or click on http://www.rueziffra.com/spooktacular-charity-ride-ormond-beach
About Rue & Ziffra: Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
Yard Sale to Benefit Rescued Hearts Animal Shelter
HOLLY HILL – The proceeds from a Nov. 5 yard and book sale will benefit the Rescued Hearts Animal Shelter and help the group assist unwanted animals.
Rescued Hearts is a 501C (3) non-profit agency that organized in 2007 with a goal of helping animals in Volusia and Flagler counties. Money made from the sale will be earmarked to buy land to build an animal shelter and spay/neuter hospital, according to Lynn A. Myers, the animal group’s president.
If you have unwanted items taking up space in your house or garage, please consider donating them for the sale to help save homeless dogs and cats. All kinds of items will be accepted.
The sale – which is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. – will be held at 1338 Holly Ave., between Walker and 14th streets in Holly Hill.
So far, the group has received donations of housewares, bed linens, electronic items, lamps, paintings, exercise equipment, as well as a number of books that range from romance, poetry and self-help to biography, history and spiritual.
For details about this and other Rescued Hearts’ fundraising efforts, call 386-679-8829 or visit www.rescuedheartsanimalshelter.com.
Rescued Hearts is a 501C (3) non-profit agency that organized in 2007 with a goal of helping animals in Volusia and Flagler counties. Money made from the sale will be earmarked to buy land to build an animal shelter and spay/neuter hospital, according to Lynn A. Myers, the animal group’s president.
If you have unwanted items taking up space in your house or garage, please consider donating them for the sale to help save homeless dogs and cats. All kinds of items will be accepted.
The sale – which is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. – will be held at 1338 Holly Ave., between Walker and 14th streets in Holly Hill.
So far, the group has received donations of housewares, bed linens, electronic items, lamps, paintings, exercise equipment, as well as a number of books that range from romance, poetry and self-help to biography, history and spiritual.
For details about this and other Rescued Hearts’ fundraising efforts, call 386-679-8829 or visit www.rescuedheartsanimalshelter.com.
10,000 REASONS TO HELP SUPPORT NOV. 4 FUNDRAISER FOR THE DUVALL HOME IN GLENWOOD
DELAND – The law firm of Rue & Ziffra is helping sponsor the third annual “Duvall Home $10,000 Drawdown,” a Nov. 4 Poker and Bingo event that will net one card player a cool $10,000, while helping support an agency that assists those with developmental disabilities.
The drawdown – which features gaming activities such as Bingo, 50/50 and Texas Hold ‘Em – offers a one-in-500 chance to win $10,000, according to David Sweat, a partner in the Port Orange-based, personal-injury firm.
“The Duvall Home is an amazing organization that has provided care to disabled adults since 1945,” Sweat said. “We helped sponsor their golf tournament earlier this year and we’re excited to be able to help once again.”
The event, which includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, will be from 6 to 10 p.m. at the DeLand Conference and Business Center, 1301 E. International Speedway Blvd.
Advance tickets are limited and range from $20 for admission to $100 for admission with entry into the $10,000 Drawdown. Tickets are available from the Duvall Home at 386-734-2874, www.duvallhome.org, or stopping by 3395 Grand Ave., Glenwood.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
The drawdown – which features gaming activities such as Bingo, 50/50 and Texas Hold ‘Em – offers a one-in-500 chance to win $10,000, according to David Sweat, a partner in the Port Orange-based, personal-injury firm.
“The Duvall Home is an amazing organization that has provided care to disabled adults since 1945,” Sweat said. “We helped sponsor their golf tournament earlier this year and we’re excited to be able to help once again.”
The event, which includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, will be from 6 to 10 p.m. at the DeLand Conference and Business Center, 1301 E. International Speedway Blvd.
Advance tickets are limited and range from $20 for admission to $100 for admission with entry into the $10,000 Drawdown. Tickets are available from the Duvall Home at 386-734-2874, www.duvallhome.org, or stopping by 3395 Grand Ave., Glenwood.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
Webinar on SBA 504 Loans for small business owners expanded by Mercantile Capital after more than 280 people register to participate
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Mercantile Capital Corporation has expanded its Nov. 1 webinar for small business owners who want to learn how changes in the rules governing U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners can help them.
Christopher G. Hurn, chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corporation, said record response to the webinar announcement shows how much interest their is in the new rules, which will allow borrowers to include many operating expenses in their loan request.
Mercantile Capital Corporation ranks as one of the nation’s most active providers of SBA 504 loans, which were designed for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities.
Hurn said new SBA 504 rules permit use of SBA 504 funds to refinance commercial property loans at below market interest rates over fixed 20 year terms with as little as 10 percent down, and will permit SBA 504 financing of many business operation expenses as well. Moreover, the 10 percent equity requirement need not be entirely cash.
The new rules are in effect until September of 2012, so it is imperative that businesses make their decisions and lock in their rates soon, Hurn said.
Small business owners can register for the free webinar by visiting tiny.cc/SBA504RefiUpdate.
Christopher G. Hurn, chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corporation, said record response to the webinar announcement shows how much interest their is in the new rules, which will allow borrowers to include many operating expenses in their loan request.
Mercantile Capital Corporation ranks as one of the nation’s most active providers of SBA 504 loans, which were designed for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities.
Hurn said new SBA 504 rules permit use of SBA 504 funds to refinance commercial property loans at below market interest rates over fixed 20 year terms with as little as 10 percent down, and will permit SBA 504 financing of many business operation expenses as well. Moreover, the 10 percent equity requirement need not be entirely cash.
The new rules are in effect until September of 2012, so it is imperative that businesses make their decisions and lock in their rates soon, Hurn said.
Small business owners can register for the free webinar by visiting tiny.cc/SBA504RefiUpdate.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Pulte Homes Starts Construction of 12 Luxury Townhomes at its Flagler Station Community in the Mandarin Area
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. -- Pulte Homes recently started construction of one townhome building and will break ground on another in November at Flagler Station located on Woody Vine Drive in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville.
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Pulte’s North Florida Division, said both new buildings offer six two-story townhomes with two-car garages.
The first new building already underway at Flagler Station will be completed in February and the second building that gets underway next month will be ready sometime in April, Strickler said.
“Flagler Station’s popular location has a blend of privacy, with almost every residence on a conservation area or pond, and convenience as its just minutes from recreation, shopping and dining,” Strickler added.
The new three-bedroom townhomes at Flagler Station, with two-and-a-half baths are designed in sizes of 2,010 square feet of living area and 2,369 square feet, priced from the mid $170s.
Residents of Flagler Station enjoy the community’s swimming pool and fitness center.
Strickler said Pulte is constructing over 40 new townhomes at each of four more Jacksonville-area communities within next six months.
About Pulte Homes
Award-winning Pulte Homes communities are designed to deliver the best quality of life for home owners. By combining innovative life-enhancing designs, an unwavering commitment to quality and attention to detail, Pulte Homes is the nation’s premier home brand for upwardly mobile home buyers in 26 states and the District of Columbia. As the most awarded homebuilder in customer satisfaction, Pulte Homes has ranked tops in the annual JD Power and Associates® New-Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Studysm more than 75 times since 2000. For more information about Pulte Homes, visit www.pultehomes.com.
About PulteGroup
PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., is one of America’s largest home building companies with operations in approximately 60 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes and Del Webb, the company is one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer segments and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup conducts extensive research to provide home buyers with innovative solutions and new homes designed for the way people actually live today. As the most awarded home builder in customer satisfaction, PulteGroup brands have consistently ranked among top home builders in third-party customer satisfaction studies. For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, see pultegroup.com; www.pulte.com; www.centex.com; www.delwebb.com
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Pulte’s North Florida Division, said both new buildings offer six two-story townhomes with two-car garages.
The first new building already underway at Flagler Station will be completed in February and the second building that gets underway next month will be ready sometime in April, Strickler said.
“Flagler Station’s popular location has a blend of privacy, with almost every residence on a conservation area or pond, and convenience as its just minutes from recreation, shopping and dining,” Strickler added.
The new three-bedroom townhomes at Flagler Station, with two-and-a-half baths are designed in sizes of 2,010 square feet of living area and 2,369 square feet, priced from the mid $170s.
Residents of Flagler Station enjoy the community’s swimming pool and fitness center.
Strickler said Pulte is constructing over 40 new townhomes at each of four more Jacksonville-area communities within next six months.
About Pulte Homes
Award-winning Pulte Homes communities are designed to deliver the best quality of life for home owners. By combining innovative life-enhancing designs, an unwavering commitment to quality and attention to detail, Pulte Homes is the nation’s premier home brand for upwardly mobile home buyers in 26 states and the District of Columbia. As the most awarded homebuilder in customer satisfaction, Pulte Homes has ranked tops in the annual JD Power and Associates® New-Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Studysm more than 75 times since 2000. For more information about Pulte Homes, visit www.pultehomes.com.
About PulteGroup
PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., is one of America’s largest home building companies with operations in approximately 60 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes and Del Webb, the company is one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer segments and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup conducts extensive research to provide home buyers with innovative solutions and new homes designed for the way people actually live today. As the most awarded home builder in customer satisfaction, PulteGroup brands have consistently ranked among top home builders in third-party customer satisfaction studies. For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, see pultegroup.com; www.pulte.com; www.centex.com; www.delwebb.com
NAI Realvest Negotiates Renewal Lease of more than 20,600 Square Feet of Industrial Space
MAITLAND, Fla. – NAI Realvest recently negotiated a renewal lease agreement for 20,610 square feet of industrial space in Suite 202 at 7803 Southland Blvd., off Sandlake Road in southwest Orlando.
Robert Blackwell, SIOR principal at the firm, and Suzanne Serino of Avison Young in Chicago, negotiated the transaction representing the tenant Streamlite, Inc. of Atlanta, Ga.
The landlord is Distribution Funding, LLC of Orlando, represented by Bryan O’Hair of Prologis.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Robert Blackwell, SIOR principal at the firm, and Suzanne Serino of Avison Young in Chicago, negotiated the transaction representing the tenant Streamlite, Inc. of Atlanta, Ga.
The landlord is Distribution Funding, LLC of Orlando, represented by Bryan O’Hair of Prologis.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Heritage Isle Hosts Fundraiser Pink Martini Reception to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Research
VIERA, Fla. --- Heritage Isle, the award winning active adult community at Viera in Brevard County, recently hosted a Pink Martini reception to raise funds for breast cancer research.
Sara Nakamine, marketing spokesperson for Lennar’s active adult division, which is developing Heritage Isle, said more than 200 residents attended the Pink Martini reception and over $4,000 was raised. The guests heard Dr. Richard Levine, president of the Space Coast Cancer Society speak.
“The turnout was excellent, Dr. Levine was very informative and inspirational and we all got a lot out of this,” Nakamine said.
Sara Nakamine, marketing spokesperson for Lennar’s active adult division, which is developing Heritage Isle, said more than 200 residents attended the Pink Martini reception and over $4,000 was raised. The guests heard Dr. Richard Levine, president of the Space Coast Cancer Society speak.
“The turnout was excellent, Dr. Levine was very informative and inspirational and we all got a lot out of this,” Nakamine said.
Beazer Homes to Host Grand Opening to Showcase New Model Home at Woodland Lakes Preserve in East Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Beazer Homes will host a grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 5 to showcase a new single-family model home at Woodland Lakes Preserve, located on Balsam Willow Trail off Curry Ford Road just south of Alafaya Trail in east Orlando.
Theresa Tilton, Vice President of sales at Beazer Homes in the Orlando region, said the event, scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m., will feature Beazer’s “High Performance Home,” free food and beverages, entertainment and prizes.
Vendors participating in the event are Del-Air, Eden Landscape, Builders First Source, Northwest Plumbing, American Residential Plumbing, Whirlpool and SkyTec
Beazer Homes is building three, four and five-bedroom single-family homes at Woodland Lakes Preserve that range in size from 1,603 square feet of living space to 3,326 square feet priced from the $190s.
Woodland Lakes Preserve features a community center with a swimming pool and children’s playground.
Tilton said new homes at Woodland Lakes Preserve can include Beazer’s Energy Star® package of energy-saving appliances and design features that help lower energy bills and improve indoor air quality, comfort and safety.
Beazer Homes will include a free EnergyStar® package on new homes that sell at Woodland Lakes Preserve by Dec. 15.
Theresa Tilton, Vice President of sales at Beazer Homes in the Orlando region, said the event, scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m., will feature Beazer’s “High Performance Home,” free food and beverages, entertainment and prizes.
Vendors participating in the event are Del-Air, Eden Landscape, Builders First Source, Northwest Plumbing, American Residential Plumbing, Whirlpool and SkyTec
Beazer Homes is building three, four and five-bedroom single-family homes at Woodland Lakes Preserve that range in size from 1,603 square feet of living space to 3,326 square feet priced from the $190s.
Woodland Lakes Preserve features a community center with a swimming pool and children’s playground.
Tilton said new homes at Woodland Lakes Preserve can include Beazer’s Energy Star® package of energy-saving appliances and design features that help lower energy bills and improve indoor air quality, comfort and safety.
Beazer Homes will include a free EnergyStar® package on new homes that sell at Woodland Lakes Preserve by Dec. 15.
New Home Star Opens Denver Office to Help Colorado Home Builders and Developers Sell New Homes, Top Pro Todd Wakely to Head Office
DENVER, Colo. — New Home Star, a national real estate sales and marketing firm that works with builders and developers to sell new homes, has opened an office in Denver.
David Rice, president of New Home Star, said Todd Wakely has been named division president in the Denver region.
Wakely has more than 25 years of executive level experience in the real estate and homebuilding industries, and formerly served as vice president of asset management for Northstar Commercial Partners, where he was responsible for all aspects of asset management from property acquisition through disposition.
“Todd Wakely is one of the most experienced real estate executives in the Rocky Mountain Region and has a strong builder background. His homebuilding expertise combines with his passion for sales to create a unique individual capable of leading a operationally-focused sales operation,” Rice said.
Wakely served as division president of Meritage Homes, vice president of Trend Homes, and held senior level positions in land acquisition and development with Ryland Homes and Morrison Homes.
Wakely is a licensed real estate broker in Arizona and Colorado and a member of the Urban Land Institute.
New Homes Star, headquartered in Chicago, also has offices in Colorado Springs and in several other markets across the country.
David Rice, president of New Home Star, said Todd Wakely has been named division president in the Denver region.
Wakely has more than 25 years of executive level experience in the real estate and homebuilding industries, and formerly served as vice president of asset management for Northstar Commercial Partners, where he was responsible for all aspects of asset management from property acquisition through disposition.
“Todd Wakely is one of the most experienced real estate executives in the Rocky Mountain Region and has a strong builder background. His homebuilding expertise combines with his passion for sales to create a unique individual capable of leading a operationally-focused sales operation,” Rice said.
Wakely served as division president of Meritage Homes, vice president of Trend Homes, and held senior level positions in land acquisition and development with Ryland Homes and Morrison Homes.
Wakely is a licensed real estate broker in Arizona and Colorado and a member of the Urban Land Institute.
New Homes Star, headquartered in Chicago, also has offices in Colorado Springs and in several other markets across the country.
NAI Realvest Negotiates New Class A Office Lease at Primera Court I in Lake Mary
ORLANDO, Fla. --- NAI Realvest recently negotiated a new lease agreement for 2,670 square feet of Class A office space at Suite 235, Primera Court I, 725 Primera Blvd. in Lake Mary.
NAI Realvest Senior Broker Associate Mary Frances West, CCIM brokered the transaction. The landlord at Primera Court I is Interchange-Primera I, LLC based in Daytona Beach.
The new tenant America’s Mortgage Professionals, a lender that specializes in residential mortgages including FHA, VA, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
NAI Realvest Senior Broker Associate Mary Frances West, CCIM brokered the transaction. The landlord at Primera Court I is Interchange-Primera I, LLC based in Daytona Beach.
The new tenant America’s Mortgage Professionals, a lender that specializes in residential mortgages including FHA, VA, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects to design Price Chopper Grocery Store in Massachusetts
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects LLC, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, is designing a new Price Chopper grocery store in Massachusetts.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, the grocery store is located in Gardner County.
The new store will offer 60,000 square feet of space.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, the grocery store is located in Gardner County.
The new store will offer 60,000 square feet of space.
InternEdge Startup Links College Students with Internship/ Employment Opportunities
ORLANDO, Fla. --- InternEdge has launched a new web site that links Central Florida area college and university students with local companies that offer student workers traditional internships, part-time jobs, full-time jobs, seasonal employment, contracts for services and other career-starting opportunities.
Michael W. O’Donnell and Adam H. Singh, Founders and Managing Partners at InternEdge, said area college and university students face an increasingly competitive job market today and practical experience can provide a head start down a career path.
“InternEdge.com links students with opportunities for hands-on experience that will give them an edge in the job market when they graduate,” Singh said.
Students subscribe to InternEdge.com on a per month basis. The fees are modest--- from an introductory level that’s free to the costliest premium level at only $20 per month.
For employers, access is free, Singh explained.
“InternEdge serves companies in all fields seeking eager, talented young up-and-comers and willing to provide them with experience and opportunity,” Singh explained. “We’re a one-stop resource for qualified and motivated career-minded interns and other student workers,” he said.
InternEdge student subscribers are equipped with an intuitive technology platform that is integrated with social media, mobile accessible, and serves up a range of tools to help subscribers take advantage of their new opportunities.
“All our Student Subscriber Plans offer professional development tools, career planning tools, resume submissions and expert advice,” Singh said. Premium Plan Subscribers can expand services to add access to company contacts directory and video introductions.
Singh said InternEdge plans to expand to South Florida in early 2012 and nationally by the end of 2012.
InternEdge is a member of the University of Central Florida Business Incubation Program located the Central Florida Research Park in East Orange County.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program:
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Michael W. O’Donnell and Adam H. Singh, Founders and Managing Partners at InternEdge, said area college and university students face an increasingly competitive job market today and practical experience can provide a head start down a career path.
“InternEdge.com links students with opportunities for hands-on experience that will give them an edge in the job market when they graduate,” Singh said.
Students subscribe to InternEdge.com on a per month basis. The fees are modest--- from an introductory level that’s free to the costliest premium level at only $20 per month.
For employers, access is free, Singh explained.
“InternEdge serves companies in all fields seeking eager, talented young up-and-comers and willing to provide them with experience and opportunity,” Singh explained. “We’re a one-stop resource for qualified and motivated career-minded interns and other student workers,” he said.
InternEdge student subscribers are equipped with an intuitive technology platform that is integrated with social media, mobile accessible, and serves up a range of tools to help subscribers take advantage of their new opportunities.
“All our Student Subscriber Plans offer professional development tools, career planning tools, resume submissions and expert advice,” Singh said. Premium Plan Subscribers can expand services to add access to company contacts directory and video introductions.
Singh said InternEdge plans to expand to South Florida in early 2012 and nationally by the end of 2012.
InternEdge is a member of the University of Central Florida Business Incubation Program located the Central Florida Research Park in East Orange County.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program:
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Mercantile Capital Corporation to Host Free Webinar on SBA 504 Loan’s New Focus on Refinancing, Operating Capital
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Mercantile Capital Corporation, which ranks as one of the nation’s most active providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, will host a free webinar on Tuesday, Nov. 1, to explain new rules expanding the SBA 504 loan program.
Christopher G. Hurn, chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corporation, said new SBA 504 rules permit use of SBA 504 funds to refinance commercial property loans at below-market interest rates over fixed 20-year terms with as little as 10 percent down.
Hurn said the new rules will permit SBA 504 financing of many business operation expenses as well, and the 10 percent equity requirement need not be entirely cash.
“The new SBA 504 rules are nothing short of phenomenal, and we anticipate a major increase in SBA 504 loan transactions as a result,” Hurn said.
Hurn said high interest rates and a lack of available working capital loans for small business owners at traditional banks and other commercial lenders has helped to stall the U.S. economic recovery. But the new SBA 504 loan refinance rules promise to change that for many small businesses.
“The new rules are in effect until September, 2012, so it is imperative that businesses make their decisions and lock in their rates soon,” Hurn said.
Up to 200 participants can register for this free webinar by visiting tiny.cc/SBA504RefiUpdate.
Christopher G. Hurn, chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corporation, said new SBA 504 rules permit use of SBA 504 funds to refinance commercial property loans at below-market interest rates over fixed 20-year terms with as little as 10 percent down.
Hurn said the new rules will permit SBA 504 financing of many business operation expenses as well, and the 10 percent equity requirement need not be entirely cash.
“The new SBA 504 rules are nothing short of phenomenal, and we anticipate a major increase in SBA 504 loan transactions as a result,” Hurn said.
Hurn said high interest rates and a lack of available working capital loans for small business owners at traditional banks and other commercial lenders has helped to stall the U.S. economic recovery. But the new SBA 504 loan refinance rules promise to change that for many small businesses.
“The new rules are in effect until September, 2012, so it is imperative that businesses make their decisions and lock in their rates soon,” Hurn said.
Up to 200 participants can register for this free webinar by visiting tiny.cc/SBA504RefiUpdate.
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty named exclusive brokers for three lakefront estate home sites in Southwest Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has been named exclusive brokers for three luxury estate home sites fronting on Lake Willis, a 150-acre natural spring-fed lake near the Dr. Phillips area in Southwest Orlando.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said International New Home Specialist Dan Natoli has listed the properties priced from the $400s.
The lakefront home sites range from two acres to two-and-a-half acres in size, Natoli said.
The seller will consider financing the estate sites for qualified buyers.
“The current owner, a custom homebuilder, has home designs and plans available and is ready to start construction for an interested purchaser,” Natoli said.
For a brochure on the property go to http://www.stirlingsir.com/eflyers/westwood_blvd/westwood_blvd_brochure.pdf
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty:
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said International New Home Specialist Dan Natoli has listed the properties priced from the $400s.
The lakefront home sites range from two acres to two-and-a-half acres in size, Natoli said.
The seller will consider financing the estate sites for qualified buyers.
“The current owner, a custom homebuilder, has home designs and plans available and is ready to start construction for an interested purchaser,” Natoli said.
For a brochure on the property go to http://www.stirlingsir.com/eflyers/westwood_blvd/westwood_blvd_brochure.pdf
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty:
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty closes on $570,000 sale of Alpine-Style Mansion that costs more than $1 million to build
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty recently closed on the $570,000 sale of an Alpine-style luxury home near Mission Inn Golf and Country Club in Howey-in-the Hills Lake County that cost more than $1 million to build.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty in Orlando, said International Luxury Home Specialist C. Michele Norris negotiated the sale.
“Besides being a unique property, this home was an exceptional bargain at $570,000.
Master Craftsman John Artimovich of the Olde Mill Company spent four years building the 4,415 square foot luxury home with five bedrooms, four baths and many custom one-of-a-kind features. View a video of the property at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UR4aJ6wNkxQ
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty:
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty in Orlando, said International Luxury Home Specialist C. Michele Norris negotiated the sale.
“Besides being a unique property, this home was an exceptional bargain at $570,000.
Master Craftsman John Artimovich of the Olde Mill Company spent four years building the 4,415 square foot luxury home with five bedrooms, four baths and many custom one-of-a-kind features. View a video of the property at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UR4aJ6wNkxQ
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty:
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Ashton Woods Homes to hold grand opening Oct. 29 at Laureate Park at Lake Nona
LAKE MARY, Fla. --- Ashton Woods Homes will hold a grand opening for its newest community in the southeast Orlando area at Laureate Park at Lake Nona on Saturday, Oct. 29.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing at Ashton Woods Homes in the Orlando region, said 28 single-family and urban loft (town) homes will be available.
Single-family homes at Laureate Park will range from 1,961 square feet to 2,470 square feet and will be priced from the $270s while urban lofts will offer from 1,658 square feet to 1,865 square feet and will be priced from the $230s.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix. Visit www.ashtonwoodshomes.com.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing at Ashton Woods Homes in the Orlando region, said 28 single-family and urban loft (town) homes will be available.
Single-family homes at Laureate Park will range from 1,961 square feet to 2,470 square feet and will be priced from the $270s while urban lofts will offer from 1,658 square feet to 1,865 square feet and will be priced from the $230s.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix. Visit www.ashtonwoodshomes.com.
Only five ready-to-move-in homes remain for sale at The Villages of Royal Palm in Port Orange
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- Only five ready-to-move-in homes remain for sale at The Villages of Royal Palm, the luxury active adult community in Port Orange.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, Inc., the developer of The Villages of Royal Palm, said the community sold three ready-to-move-in homes over the past 30 days.
New three bedroom homes at The Villages of Royal Palm offer two baths and two car garages priced from the $160s to $200s.
New Homes at The Villages of Royal Palm range in size from 1,300 square feet of living space to 2,050 square feet.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, Inc., the developer of The Villages of Royal Palm, said the community sold three ready-to-move-in homes over the past 30 days.
New three bedroom homes at The Villages of Royal Palm offer two baths and two car garages priced from the $160s to $200s.
New Homes at The Villages of Royal Palm range in size from 1,300 square feet of living space to 2,050 square feet.
Winston-James Development inks new long term lease at Beville Road Business Park in South Daytona
SOUTH DAYTONA, Fla. --- Winston-James Development, developer of Beville Road Business Park in South Daytona, reported it closed on a new long term lease agreement that totaled 1,050 square feet of commercial space.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, said the new tenant Larry Spencer, is a household goods wholesaler.
Winston Schwartz, president of Winston-James Development, said the new tenant Larry Spencer, is a household goods wholesaler.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Counts Real Estate Group Negotiates sale of 24-unit Lansing Drive Property in Pensacola
PENSACOLA, Fla. --- Counts Real Estate Group, one of northwest Florida’s leading commercial real estate services firms, recently completed the sale of the 24-unit Lansing Drive Apartments at 1901 Lansing in Pensacola for $537,500.00.
Scott Helms, associate of Counts Real Estate Group negotiated the transaction representing a private local buyer.
The seller was Berkadia Group of Dallas.
Scott Helms, associate of Counts Real Estate Group negotiated the transaction representing a private local buyer.
The seller was Berkadia Group of Dallas.
Cotter Ryan Commercial now in new headquarters in Sanford
LONGWOOD, Fla. --- Cotter Ryan Commercial LLC, long a fixture in Longwood, is now in its new offices at Byron Anthony Place at Savannah Park at Heathrow in Sanford.
Scott Ryan, founder and president of Cotter Ryan Commercial LLC, said the company occupies 6,000 square feet of office space and plans to lease out some 8,200 square feet of space.
Ryan said he is currently negotiating with several medical and dental offices for the space.
Cotter Ryan had been at its Longwood offices off SR 434 for 16 years.
Scott Ryan, founder and president of Cotter Ryan Commercial LLC, said the company occupies 6,000 square feet of office space and plans to lease out some 8,200 square feet of space.
Ryan said he is currently negotiating with several medical and dental offices for the space.
Cotter Ryan had been at its Longwood offices off SR 434 for 16 years.
Cenek, headquartered in Medellin, Colombia becomes first company to join UCF Business Incubation Program’s “Soft Landing” Program
KISSIMMEE, Fla. --- Cenek, a learning content management system firm headquartered in Medellin, Colombia is the first company to join the University of Central Florida Business Incubation Program’s Soft Landing program.
Pim Van den Bergh, sales manager for Cenek, said the firm specializes in simplifying the training process of large groups of employees geographically dispersed by using its cloud based platform, Cenek 3.0. The fact that the platform is very user friendly and the results of the training are traceable by the administrator makes it unique in the industry.
With a proven record of almost half a million completed courses in Colombia alone, Cenek hopes to repeat this success in the US with the help of the UCF Business Incubation Program’s “Soft Landing” Program
Rafael Caamano, site manager for the UCF Business Incubation Program in Kissimmee, said Cenek plans to take advantage of the resources in order to understand the Florida and US market from a new base at UCF’s Business Incubator in Kissimmee.
Juan Herrera, chief executive officer for Cenek said he is looking forward to embracing this opportunity that can lead to jobs in both Kissimmee and in Medellin.
The UCF Business Incubation Program’s unique “Soft Landing” program enables companies to test their products and services in Florida and the U.S. before locating permanent offices here.
Caamano said Cenek plans to open offices in the Kissimmee incubator at 111 E. Monument Ave. within the next 30 days.
About Cenek
Cenek was founded in 2000 with the name of “Dynamic Digital Design.” Its principal objective was to develop multimedia content through the internet.
In 2003 they developed Cenek, proprietary LMS (Learning Management System) or Administration Platform for Training in response to the needs of the Colombian market.
In 2009 Cenek 2.0 was launched as the first LMS to incorporate the concept of social networks and introduced a short model for training with tangible results. It was designed to teach the principal characteristics of products focused on the pharmaceutical sector.
In 2011 LCMS (Learning Content Management System) Cenek 3.0 platform was launched containing applications that facilitate creating, publishing and administering virtual courses.
In the past 12 months the platform has successfully completed almost half million courses.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Pim Van den Bergh, sales manager for Cenek, said the firm specializes in simplifying the training process of large groups of employees geographically dispersed by using its cloud based platform, Cenek 3.0. The fact that the platform is very user friendly and the results of the training are traceable by the administrator makes it unique in the industry.
With a proven record of almost half a million completed courses in Colombia alone, Cenek hopes to repeat this success in the US with the help of the UCF Business Incubation Program’s “Soft Landing” Program
Rafael Caamano, site manager for the UCF Business Incubation Program in Kissimmee, said Cenek plans to take advantage of the resources in order to understand the Florida and US market from a new base at UCF’s Business Incubator in Kissimmee.
Juan Herrera, chief executive officer for Cenek said he is looking forward to embracing this opportunity that can lead to jobs in both Kissimmee and in Medellin.
The UCF Business Incubation Program’s unique “Soft Landing” program enables companies to test their products and services in Florida and the U.S. before locating permanent offices here.
Caamano said Cenek plans to open offices in the Kissimmee incubator at 111 E. Monument Ave. within the next 30 days.
About Cenek
Cenek was founded in 2000 with the name of “Dynamic Digital Design.” Its principal objective was to develop multimedia content through the internet.
In 2003 they developed Cenek, proprietary LMS (Learning Management System) or Administration Platform for Training in response to the needs of the Colombian market.
In 2009 Cenek 2.0 was launched as the first LMS to incorporate the concept of social networks and introduced a short model for training with tangible results. It was designed to teach the principal characteristics of products focused on the pharmaceutical sector.
In 2011 LCMS (Learning Content Management System) Cenek 3.0 platform was launched containing applications that facilitate creating, publishing and administering virtual courses.
In the past 12 months the platform has successfully completed almost half million courses.
About the UCF Business Incubation Program
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
ABD Model Homes at Heritage Green in Providence in Polk County in final stages of completion
PROVIDENCE, Fla. – ABD Development Company reports that construction of two model homes at Heritage Green in Providence, the luxury golf course community ABD is developing South of Orlando off US 17-92, is nearing completion.
David Kohn, president of ABD Development Company, said the Portofino luxury model home offering four bedrooms and three baths in 2,673 square feet of living space with a lanai and a two-car garage is near completion and will be ready for viewing early next year.
The home is priced from $360,000.
The two story Courtyard II model home offers four bedrooms three-and-a-half baths and a loft in 2,684 square feet of living space with a lanai and two-car garage priced from the high $300s.
David Kohn, president of ABD Development Company, said the Portofino luxury model home offering four bedrooms and three baths in 2,673 square feet of living space with a lanai and a two-car garage is near completion and will be ready for viewing early next year.
The home is priced from $360,000.
The two story Courtyard II model home offers four bedrooms three-and-a-half baths and a loft in 2,684 square feet of living space with a lanai and two-car garage priced from the high $300s.
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects awarded contracts for two industrial projects in Orlando, Illinois
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects LLC, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, has been awarded contracts for the engineering design of two industrial projects — one in Orlando and the other in Illinois.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, said the one industrial project is located off Jet Stream Drive and Landstar Blvd. in Orlando and the other industrial project is located on Glen Ellyn in Glendale Heights, Ill.
The industrial facilities are 15,000 square feet each, and are being developed by Becknell Development.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, said the one industrial project is located off Jet Stream Drive and Landstar Blvd. in Orlando and the other industrial project is located on Glen Ellyn in Glendale Heights, Ill.
The industrial facilities are 15,000 square feet each, and are being developed by Becknell Development.
Brian Kittle, Director of Sales for Meritage Homes, Honored by HBA
ORLANDO, Fla. – Brian Kittle, director of sales for Meritage Homes in the Orlando region has been honored by the Homebuilders Assn. of Mid-Florida as its “Sales Director of the Year.”
Kittle has been affiliated with Meritage Homes for the past three years and has more than 13 years of sales executive experience.
He is a graduate of Youngstown State University in Ohio.
Kittle has been affiliated with Meritage Homes for the past three years and has more than 13 years of sales executive experience.
He is a graduate of Youngstown State University in Ohio.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Celebration Golf Management Promotes Jason Guerra to Golf Event Manager at Stoneybrook West Golf Club
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Celebration Golf Management has promoted Jason Guerra to golf event manager at Stoneybrook West Golf Club in Winter Garden.
Gene Garrote, president of Celebration Golf Management, said Guerra joined Celebration Golf Management in 2010 and worked in the golf pro shop at Stoneybrook West.
“Jason Guerra has demonstrated his ability to improve the level of service and efficiency in all areas, to develop and execute creative revenue generating programs, and he is an outstanding leader and role model,” said Mark Bearss, general manager at Stoneybrook West.
Bearss added that Guerra will continue to head the merchandising efforts at Stoneybrook.
“We are looking forward to all the new and exciting aspects that he will bring to his new role,” Bearss said.
Gene Garrote, president of Celebration Golf Management, said Guerra joined Celebration Golf Management in 2010 and worked in the golf pro shop at Stoneybrook West.
“Jason Guerra has demonstrated his ability to improve the level of service and efficiency in all areas, to develop and execute creative revenue generating programs, and he is an outstanding leader and role model,” said Mark Bearss, general manager at Stoneybrook West.
Bearss added that Guerra will continue to head the merchandising efforts at Stoneybrook.
“We are looking forward to all the new and exciting aspects that he will bring to his new role,” Bearss said.
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Commercial Real Estate Loan in Clermont Worth over $2.3 Million
Altamonte Springs, Fla. – Mercantile Capital Corporation, which ranks as one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, closed a commercial loan for Florida Fast Lubes, Inc. d/b/a Valvoline Instant Oil Change, recently for $2,395,000 in total project costs.
In 2003 Bob Ladas opened his first quick oil change automotive service facility in Massachusetts. Currently Ladas owns and operates 11 Valvoline Instant Oil Change locations, including several in Florida. Valvoline Instant Oil Change centers offer a full array of preventative services to help keep cars running at a peak performance.
“Mercantile Capital Corporation made the loan process effortless, and I look forward to possibly working with them again in the future,” said Ladas.
The SmartChoice Commercial Loan Program helps owners of small to mid-sized businesses, have an opportunity to create wealth and financial freedom. Their specialization in SmartChoice Commercial Loans, also known as SBA 504 loans, allows borrowers to own their commercial property with the highest cash-on-cash return financing available, without tying up capital so they can grow even faster.
For more information, visit www.TheSmartChoiceLoan.com and www.504Blog.com.
In 2003 Bob Ladas opened his first quick oil change automotive service facility in Massachusetts. Currently Ladas owns and operates 11 Valvoline Instant Oil Change locations, including several in Florida. Valvoline Instant Oil Change centers offer a full array of preventative services to help keep cars running at a peak performance.
“Mercantile Capital Corporation made the loan process effortless, and I look forward to possibly working with them again in the future,” said Ladas.
The SmartChoice Commercial Loan Program helps owners of small to mid-sized businesses, have an opportunity to create wealth and financial freedom. Their specialization in SmartChoice Commercial Loans, also known as SBA 504 loans, allows borrowers to own their commercial property with the highest cash-on-cash return financing available, without tying up capital so they can grow even faster.
For more information, visit www.TheSmartChoiceLoan.com and www.504Blog.com.
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Helping the Handicap
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, recently completed the design of five residential handicap ramps valued at $25,000 for the Center for Independent Living of Central Florida (CIL).
All five homes are located in the Orlando region.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman of Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, LLC said this is the third time the firm has donated design work to the Center for Independent Living.
All five homes are located in the Orlando region.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman of Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, LLC said this is the third time the firm has donated design work to the Center for Independent Living.
Port Orange Personal-Injury Law Firm to Sponsor “Grub Ride” to Collect Holiday Food for the Area’s Hungry
PORT ORANGE – The Port Orange-based law firm of Rue & Ziffra is starting early to spread the word about the “Volusia County Grub Ride,” a Dec. 3rd charity motorcycle run that will collect holiday food for the Children’s Home Society and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.
Riders of motorcycles, trikes and side cars will compete in three categories after bringing in as much donated food as possible to the drop-off point at the Rue & Ziffra parking lot at 640 Dunlawton Ave., Port Orange, according to David Sweat√, partner of the longtime personal-injury law firm.
“Along with our fellow sponsors – Thunder Roads Magazine and First Turn Steakhouse – we’re encouraging bikers to sign up early to participate and ride with Santa to help those in need,” Sweat said. The cost is $10 per person or a donation of non-perishable food.
In addition to the three $100 prizes that will be awarded for the most pounds of food collected, the event also will feature raffles for a two-day / three-night getaway at a four-star resort in Cocoa Beach, and a variety of gift baskets donated by local businesses, as well as live bands, food and beverages, and giveaways, he said.
Registration – which starts at the Rue & Ziffra law office parking lot – will begin at 10 a.m. with kickstands up at 10:45 a.m. The run will take riders on a scenic tour through Volusia County before ending at the First Turn Restaurant at 5236 S. Ridgewood Ave. in Port Orange (32127).
Sweat said food and cash donations from non-riders also are welcomed.
“We’d like to help as many families as we can,” he said. “You can’t enjoy the holidays if you’re hungry.”
For more information or to register, call 386-788-7700 or go to www.rueziffra.com/volusia-county-grub-run.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
Riders of motorcycles, trikes and side cars will compete in three categories after bringing in as much donated food as possible to the drop-off point at the Rue & Ziffra parking lot at 640 Dunlawton Ave., Port Orange, according to David Sweat√, partner of the longtime personal-injury law firm.
“Along with our fellow sponsors – Thunder Roads Magazine and First Turn Steakhouse – we’re encouraging bikers to sign up early to participate and ride with Santa to help those in need,” Sweat said. The cost is $10 per person or a donation of non-perishable food.
In addition to the three $100 prizes that will be awarded for the most pounds of food collected, the event also will feature raffles for a two-day / three-night getaway at a four-star resort in Cocoa Beach, and a variety of gift baskets donated by local businesses, as well as live bands, food and beverages, and giveaways, he said.
Registration – which starts at the Rue & Ziffra law office parking lot – will begin at 10 a.m. with kickstands up at 10:45 a.m. The run will take riders on a scenic tour through Volusia County before ending at the First Turn Restaurant at 5236 S. Ridgewood Ave. in Port Orange (32127).
Sweat said food and cash donations from non-riders also are welcomed.
“We’d like to help as many families as we can,” he said. “You can’t enjoy the holidays if you’re hungry.”
For more information or to register, call 386-788-7700 or go to www.rueziffra.com/volusia-county-grub-run.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
Celebration Golf Management Announces Winners of Annual Dick Rianhard Golf Classic at Golden Bear Club in Windermere
Windermere, Fla. --- Celebration Golf Management recently hosted the annual Dick Rianhard Golf Classic at Golden Bear Club in Windermere to benefit the American Cancer Society.
Gene Garrote, president of Celebration Golf Management, said the Dick Rianhard Golf Classic honors the memory of Dick Rianhard, a longtime starter at Celebration Golf Club in Osceola County.
Golfers Chris Russell, Juan Perez, David Evangelista and Lee Williamson turned in the winning score in the shotgun scramble.
Gene Garrote, president of Celebration Golf Management, said the Dick Rianhard Golf Classic honors the memory of Dick Rianhard, a longtime starter at Celebration Golf Club in Osceola County.
Golfers Chris Russell, Juan Perez, David Evangelista and Lee Williamson turned in the winning score in the shotgun scramble.
Lennar Names Carlos Silva, Susan Smithers New Home Sales Counselors in Tampa Bay Region
TAMPA, Fla. --- Lennar has appointed Carlos Silva and Susan Smithers new home sales counselors in the Tampa Bay region.
Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said Silva has more than six years of experience and will sell homes at Bahia Lakes in Ruskin.
Smithers, who has more than seven years of residential real estate sales experience, will sell homes at Tampa Bay Golf & Country Club in San Antonio in Pasco County.
Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said Silva has more than six years of experience and will sell homes at Bahia Lakes in Ruskin.
Smithers, who has more than seven years of residential real estate sales experience, will sell homes at Tampa Bay Golf & Country Club in San Antonio in Pasco County.
ICI Homes to host Grand Opening Nov. 12-13 to showcase new model homes at Plantation Bay, Breakaway Trails, Wild Oaks at Grand Haven
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- ICI Homes will host a grand opening to showcase model homes at Westlake Preserve at Plantation Bay and Breakaway Trails in Ormond Beach and Wild Oaks at Grand Haven in Palm Coast on Saturday and Sunday Nov. 12-13.
Rosemary Messina, vice president of sales and marketing at ICI Homes, said all the luxury new home designs in the three communities are customizable.
The homes builder and community developer plans to showcase the Hamilton model home at Westlake Preserve at Plantation Bay. With three bedrooms and two baths in 2,309 square feet of living space and a two-car garage, the Hamilton model home is priced from $259,225.
At Breakaway Trails, located off Timber Creek Rd. and S.R. 40 in Ormond Beach, ICI Homes will unveil the Pimlico model home with four bedrooms and three baths and double bonus rooms in 3,679 square feet of living space with a two-car garage, base priced at $439,900.
Messina said 53 home sites remain for sale at Breakaway Trails and new customizable single-family homes there are priced from the mid $200s.
At Wild Oaks in Grand Haven ICI Homes will showcase the Egret II model home with three bedrooms and three baths plus a study in 2,959 square feet of living space with a three-car garage.
Homes will be opened from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday and 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday.
About ICI Homes
ICI Homes is ranked by Builder magazine as one of the top 100 homebuilders in the nation. The 30+-year-old firm builds new homes and resort facilities in the Volusia-Flagler region as well as in Jacksonville, Orlando, Melbourne and Tampa.
Rosemary Messina, vice president of sales and marketing at ICI Homes, said all the luxury new home designs in the three communities are customizable.
The homes builder and community developer plans to showcase the Hamilton model home at Westlake Preserve at Plantation Bay. With three bedrooms and two baths in 2,309 square feet of living space and a two-car garage, the Hamilton model home is priced from $259,225.
At Breakaway Trails, located off Timber Creek Rd. and S.R. 40 in Ormond Beach, ICI Homes will unveil the Pimlico model home with four bedrooms and three baths and double bonus rooms in 3,679 square feet of living space with a two-car garage, base priced at $439,900.
Messina said 53 home sites remain for sale at Breakaway Trails and new customizable single-family homes there are priced from the mid $200s.
At Wild Oaks in Grand Haven ICI Homes will showcase the Egret II model home with three bedrooms and three baths plus a study in 2,959 square feet of living space with a three-car garage.
Homes will be opened from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday and 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday.
About ICI Homes
ICI Homes is ranked by Builder magazine as one of the top 100 homebuilders in the nation. The 30+-year-old firm builds new homes and resort facilities in the Volusia-Flagler region as well as in Jacksonville, Orlando, Melbourne and Tampa.
Tolaris Realty Group key host at real estate seminar quarterly, next one scheduled in January
SANFORD, Fla. –Tolaris Realty Group, along with SunTrust Bank and IFREC (Institute of Florida Real Estate Careers, Inc.) hosted more than 25 people recently at a free seminar on real estate careers at a Sun Trust Bank office in Maitland.
One participant even contacted Tolaris Realty Group from Brazil.
Richard Bavec, who heads Tolaris Realty Group, said he was delighted with the turnout and now plans to offer the seminar four times a year.
The next seminar, according to Bavec, will be in January.
Kevin Strickland at SunTrust Mortgage and James Lowe, senior instructor with IFREC in Orlando participated in the recent seminar.
Bavec, a licensed Florida real estate broker whose experience includes managing real estate sales that total more than $500 million, has trained more than 100 realtors.
“Central Florida real estate is recovering and now is the time to get into the field as a professional,” Bavec said.
“We want to help people who have been considering a real estate career,” Bavec said.
One participant even contacted Tolaris Realty Group from Brazil.
Richard Bavec, who heads Tolaris Realty Group, said he was delighted with the turnout and now plans to offer the seminar four times a year.
The next seminar, according to Bavec, will be in January.
Kevin Strickland at SunTrust Mortgage and James Lowe, senior instructor with IFREC in Orlando participated in the recent seminar.
Bavec, a licensed Florida real estate broker whose experience includes managing real estate sales that total more than $500 million, has trained more than 100 realtors.
“Central Florida real estate is recovering and now is the time to get into the field as a professional,” Bavec said.
“We want to help people who have been considering a real estate career,” Bavec said.
Ryland Homes is moving into St. Petersburg region with its Palm Series of homes at Bayou Cove off Belcher Rd.
TAMPA, Fla. --- Ryland Homes plans to enter the St. Petersburg home market in a big way acquiring 22 home sites at Bayou Cove located off Belcher Rd. across from the Bayou Club.
Tony Crimi, vice president of sales and marketing for Ryland Homes in the Tampa Bay region, said Ryland will be introducing the Palm Series of single family homes with three and four bedroom designs ranging from 2,200 square feet of living area to 3,500 square feet.
“We’ve gotten a lot of interest already in this community,” Crimi said.
“We’re planning the opening of sales for early 2012 and construction of a new model home – the Siesta with 3,320 square feet of living area – is underway,” he said.
About Ryland Homes
With headquarters in Southern California, Ryland is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and a leading mortgage-finance company. The company currently operates in 28 markets across the country and has built more than 285,000 homes and financed more than 235,000 mortgages since its founding in 1967. Ryland is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RYL.”
Tony Crimi, vice president of sales and marketing for Ryland Homes in the Tampa Bay region, said Ryland will be introducing the Palm Series of single family homes with three and four bedroom designs ranging from 2,200 square feet of living area to 3,500 square feet.
“We’ve gotten a lot of interest already in this community,” Crimi said.
“We’re planning the opening of sales for early 2012 and construction of a new model home – the Siesta with 3,320 square feet of living area – is underway,” he said.
About Ryland Homes
With headquarters in Southern California, Ryland is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and a leading mortgage-finance company. The company currently operates in 28 markets across the country and has built more than 285,000 homes and financed more than 235,000 mortgages since its founding in 1967. Ryland is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RYL.”
NAI Realvest Negotiates Industrial Lease Renewals for more than 16,903 Square Feet
ORLANDO, Fla. – NAI Realvest recently negotiated two renewal leases for industrial space totaling 16,903 square feet at commerce centers in Lake Mary and Orlando.
Michael Heidrich, principal at NAI Realvest, negotiated both transactions representing the landlords.
At Lake Mary Business Center, 1150 Emma Oaks Trail, Heidrich represented the landlord, Dalfen America Corporation of Westmount, Quebec in a renewal agreement with Fort Lauderdale-based HornerXpress-Central Florida, Inc., who renewed its lease of 12,903 square feet in suite 130 at the center.
Heidrich also represented the landlord COP-Hanging Moss, LLC of Maitland in a renewal lease agreement with Florida Home Medical Equipment, Inc. who renewed its lease of suites 540-550 with 4,000 square feet in the Hanging Moss CommerCenter at 6100 Hanging Moss Rd.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, covering all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Michael Heidrich, principal at NAI Realvest, negotiated both transactions representing the landlords.
At Lake Mary Business Center, 1150 Emma Oaks Trail, Heidrich represented the landlord, Dalfen America Corporation of Westmount, Quebec in a renewal agreement with Fort Lauderdale-based HornerXpress-Central Florida, Inc., who renewed its lease of 12,903 square feet in suite 130 at the center.
Heidrich also represented the landlord COP-Hanging Moss, LLC of Maitland in a renewal lease agreement with Florida Home Medical Equipment, Inc. who renewed its lease of suites 540-550 with 4,000 square feet in the Hanging Moss CommerCenter at 6100 Hanging Moss Rd.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest in Orlando, covering all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
NAI Realvest negotiates new Lease of 10,000 Square Feet in Oviedo for Trucking Simulation Firm
MAITLAND, Fla. – NAI Realvest recently negotiated a new lease agreement for 10,000 square feet at 522 S. Econ Circle in Oviedo that will be home to FAAC, Inc. a trucking simulation firm expanding to the Alafaya Trail high tech corridor.
Paul P. Partyka, managing partner at NAI Realvest, negotiated the transaction representing the landlord Oviedo-based M&O L.P.
Paul Kelly of Coughlin Commercial represented the Michigan-based tenant that services the military, public safety and airports.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Paul P. Partyka, managing partner at NAI Realvest, negotiated the transaction representing the landlord Oviedo-based M&O L.P.
Paul Kelly of Coughlin Commercial represented the Michigan-based tenant that services the military, public safety and airports.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Pulte Homes Starts Townhome Construction Boom in Five Jacksonville Communities, Vizcaya near Jacksonville Beach is First
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. --- Pulte Homes is starting a townhome construction boom in five Jacksonville area communities, and Vizcaya, located off Hodges Blvd. and J. Turner Butler Blvd. four miles from Jacksonville Beach, is the first to start.
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Pulte’s North Florida Division, said the homebuilder has started construction of 12 new townhomes at Vizcaya and plans to start construction of six more in December.
Strickler said six town homes at Vizcaya will open in January, six more in February, and six more in April.
“The prime Vizcaya location, just four miles from the ocean, and the low maintenance living are big reasons behind the success of the community,” Strickler added.
New three-bedroom townhomes at Vizcaya are priced from the low $200s and range in size from 1,718 square feet of living space to 2,369 square feet with two-and-a-half baths and two-car garages.
Ultimately, Pulte Homes plans to build 254 town homes at Vizcaya, Strickler said, and residents can enjoy the community swimming pool and clubhouse with fitness center.
Strickler said Pulte is constructing over 40 new townhomes at each of four more Jacksonville-area communities within next six months.
About Pulte Homes
Award-winning Pulte Homes communities are designed to deliver the best quality of life for home owners. By combining innovative life-enhancing designs, an unwavering commitment to quality and attention to detail, Pulte Homes is the nation’s premier home brand for upwardly mobile home buyers in 26 states and the District of Columbia. As the most awarded homebuilder in customer satisfaction, Pulte Homes has ranked tops in the annual JD Power and Associates® New-Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Studysm more than 75 times since 2000. For more information about Pulte Homes, visit www.pultehomes.com.
About PulteGroup
PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., is one of America’s largest home building companies with operations in approximately 60 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes and Del Webb, the company is one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer segments and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup conducts extensive research to provide home buyers with innovative solutions and new homes designed for the way people actually live today. As the most awarded home builder in customer satisfaction, PulteGroup brands have consistently ranked among top home builders in third-party customer satisfaction studies. For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, see pultegroup.com; www.pulte.com; www.centex.com; www.delwebb.com
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Pulte’s North Florida Division, said the homebuilder has started construction of 12 new townhomes at Vizcaya and plans to start construction of six more in December.
Strickler said six town homes at Vizcaya will open in January, six more in February, and six more in April.
“The prime Vizcaya location, just four miles from the ocean, and the low maintenance living are big reasons behind the success of the community,” Strickler added.
New three-bedroom townhomes at Vizcaya are priced from the low $200s and range in size from 1,718 square feet of living space to 2,369 square feet with two-and-a-half baths and two-car garages.
Ultimately, Pulte Homes plans to build 254 town homes at Vizcaya, Strickler said, and residents can enjoy the community swimming pool and clubhouse with fitness center.
Strickler said Pulte is constructing over 40 new townhomes at each of four more Jacksonville-area communities within next six months.
About Pulte Homes
Award-winning Pulte Homes communities are designed to deliver the best quality of life for home owners. By combining innovative life-enhancing designs, an unwavering commitment to quality and attention to detail, Pulte Homes is the nation’s premier home brand for upwardly mobile home buyers in 26 states and the District of Columbia. As the most awarded homebuilder in customer satisfaction, Pulte Homes has ranked tops in the annual JD Power and Associates® New-Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Studysm more than 75 times since 2000. For more information about Pulte Homes, visit www.pultehomes.com.
About PulteGroup
PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., is one of America’s largest home building companies with operations in approximately 60 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes and Del Webb, the company is one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer segments and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup conducts extensive research to provide home buyers with innovative solutions and new homes designed for the way people actually live today. As the most awarded home builder in customer satisfaction, PulteGroup brands have consistently ranked among top home builders in third-party customer satisfaction studies. For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, see pultegroup.com; www.pulte.com; www.centex.com; www.delwebb.com
Angel Investors Pave the Way to Local Economic Growth, Central Florida Could Benefit too, says Maximize Angel Investments Chief Executive Officer
ORLANDO, Fla. --- All across America, Angel Investors are betting millions of dollars that local start up companies can lead the U.S. economy out of recession to growth, jobs and profits.
Ohio Tech Angels in Columbus has 282 investor members who are scouring the region for promising start up enterprises requiring $1 million to $2 million to get off the ground. In Southern California, the Tech Coast Angels invested more than $20 million over the past two years. The Band of Angels in California’s Silicon Valley has invested more than $200 million to date. Mid-America Angels in Lawrence, Kansas invested more than $8 million over the past five years from a mere 44 members.
If William De Temple has his way, Central Florida will play a leading role in that economic resurgence.
“We are the newest kids at the party and we have a fertile field of fresh young start up enterprises here in Central Florida to choose from,” De Temple said.
His Maximize Angel Investments of Central Florida, Inc. has already recruited some 22 investors, each of whom has agreed to commit at least $50,000 annually to fund promising startups.
De Temple is hard at work recruiting more investors, and he hopes to announce the first allocations of Angel capital as soon as next year.
On Nov. 9, Maximize Angel Investments is bringing angel investment guru David Berkus to a seminar at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Downtown Orlando to school potential investors in the fine points of participation.
“Angel investors are a different breed,” De Temple said. “We aren’t interested in just handing over capital to companies. Angel investors play a major role in supporting the entrepreneurs they capitalize with their knowledge, experience and contacts which creates synergy in a company’s growth and development,” De Temple explained.
“Angel investors are typically expert in more than one field, and they have a great deal to offer besides startup capital,” he said.
They have definitive goals as well, De Temple explained.
The Houston Angel Network boasts a healthy four “exits” over the past two years. One “Exit” delivered Tech Coast Angel Investors more than 110 times their initial investment last year.
“The end result of our work benefits the community, but the overreaching goal of the angel investment model is to generate substantial profits and returns,” De Temple said.
De Temple said angel investors look for opportunities that will generate returns of at least 10 times their investment.
“Angel investing is fun, but we aren’t in it to have fun,” De Temple said. “This is how you rebuild a nation’s economy,” he added.
For more information about the seminar, contact Maximize Angel Investments of Central Florida, Inc., at 407-674-1925 or visit www.maxangelinvestments.com.
Ohio Tech Angels in Columbus has 282 investor members who are scouring the region for promising start up enterprises requiring $1 million to $2 million to get off the ground. In Southern California, the Tech Coast Angels invested more than $20 million over the past two years. The Band of Angels in California’s Silicon Valley has invested more than $200 million to date. Mid-America Angels in Lawrence, Kansas invested more than $8 million over the past five years from a mere 44 members.
If William De Temple has his way, Central Florida will play a leading role in that economic resurgence.
“We are the newest kids at the party and we have a fertile field of fresh young start up enterprises here in Central Florida to choose from,” De Temple said.
His Maximize Angel Investments of Central Florida, Inc. has already recruited some 22 investors, each of whom has agreed to commit at least $50,000 annually to fund promising startups.
De Temple is hard at work recruiting more investors, and he hopes to announce the first allocations of Angel capital as soon as next year.
On Nov. 9, Maximize Angel Investments is bringing angel investment guru David Berkus to a seminar at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Downtown Orlando to school potential investors in the fine points of participation.
“Angel investors are a different breed,” De Temple said. “We aren’t interested in just handing over capital to companies. Angel investors play a major role in supporting the entrepreneurs they capitalize with their knowledge, experience and contacts which creates synergy in a company’s growth and development,” De Temple explained.
“Angel investors are typically expert in more than one field, and they have a great deal to offer besides startup capital,” he said.
They have definitive goals as well, De Temple explained.
The Houston Angel Network boasts a healthy four “exits” over the past two years. One “Exit” delivered Tech Coast Angel Investors more than 110 times their initial investment last year.
“The end result of our work benefits the community, but the overreaching goal of the angel investment model is to generate substantial profits and returns,” De Temple said.
De Temple said angel investors look for opportunities that will generate returns of at least 10 times their investment.
“Angel investing is fun, but we aren’t in it to have fun,” De Temple said. “This is how you rebuild a nation’s economy,” he added.
For more information about the seminar, contact Maximize Angel Investments of Central Florida, Inc., at 407-674-1925 or visit www.maxangelinvestments.com.
New SBA Rules that Allow SBA 504 Financing for Business Expenses Could Double Loan Volume at Mercantile Capital Corporation
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. --- Mercantile Capital Corporation, which already ranks as one of the largest providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 financing for small business owners who want to acquire or develop their own facilities, could see its loan volume double thanks to new SBA rules that allow SBA 504 financing to refinance current conventionally-financed loans and provide working capital.
“I don’t have to tell you how big a deal this is for a vast number of small business owners,” said Christopher G. Hurn, co-founder and chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corporation. “This is what some people might call a ‘game changer.’”
Hurn, who has actively advocated for these SBA changes for nearly eight years, said the new lending rules should have a major impact on small business growth and development.
“When thousands of small business owners across this nation are struggling with high interest rates on loans for commercial buildings and an inability to finance additional working capital, this is phenomenal,” Hurn said.
SBA 504 loans offer qualified small business owners below-market interest rates and up to 90 percent financing, considerably better terms than offered by commercial banks. Additionally, the SBA 504 loan program is considered a “zero-subsidy” government program whereby borrower fees “insure” the government guarantee on a portion of the loans.
Legislation enabling the new rules was part of the Obama Administration’s Small Business Jobs and Credit Act passed in late 2010, but the SBA only promulgated rules allowing financing of legitimate business expenses this week, Hurn said.
“I don’t have to tell you how big a deal this is for a vast number of small business owners,” said Christopher G. Hurn, co-founder and chief executive officer of Mercantile Capital Corporation. “This is what some people might call a ‘game changer.’”
Hurn, who has actively advocated for these SBA changes for nearly eight years, said the new lending rules should have a major impact on small business growth and development.
“When thousands of small business owners across this nation are struggling with high interest rates on loans for commercial buildings and an inability to finance additional working capital, this is phenomenal,” Hurn said.
SBA 504 loans offer qualified small business owners below-market interest rates and up to 90 percent financing, considerably better terms than offered by commercial banks. Additionally, the SBA 504 loan program is considered a “zero-subsidy” government program whereby borrower fees “insure” the government guarantee on a portion of the loans.
Legislation enabling the new rules was part of the Obama Administration’s Small Business Jobs and Credit Act passed in late 2010, but the SBA only promulgated rules allowing financing of legitimate business expenses this week, Hurn said.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
STIRLING SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY TO PARTICIPATE IN SPACE COAST HOME SHOW OCT. 15, 16 AT MELBOURNE SQUARE MALL
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty plans to make a big showing at the Space Coast Home Show at the Melbourne Square Mall Saturday and Sunday Oct. 15 and 16.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty said manning the booth will be Brevard area luxury home specialists Kim Tillett and Lauren Merrell.
At the same time, Soderstrom said his firm’s vacation property specialist Chris Cain, a leading author and expert on vacation and resort property investment, will be a “key” presenter at Stirling Sotheby’s booth.
Cain will sign copies of his books, Maximize Your Resort Property Investment and his most recent, Road Map to your Vacation Property Dream.
As an added bonus at the Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty booth, a loan specialist from Integrity Home Loan will be on hand to answer any mortgage questions, said Tillett.
Tillett and Merrell will be premiering the MG on the Halifax a luxurious riverfront condominium project in nearby Daytona Beach.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty said manning the booth will be Brevard area luxury home specialists Kim Tillett and Lauren Merrell.
At the same time, Soderstrom said his firm’s vacation property specialist Chris Cain, a leading author and expert on vacation and resort property investment, will be a “key” presenter at Stirling Sotheby’s booth.
Cain will sign copies of his books, Maximize Your Resort Property Investment and his most recent, Road Map to your Vacation Property Dream.
As an added bonus at the Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty booth, a loan specialist from Integrity Home Loan will be on hand to answer any mortgage questions, said Tillett.
Tillett and Merrell will be premiering the MG on the Halifax a luxurious riverfront condominium project in nearby Daytona Beach.
Port Orange Law Firm to Help with Oct. 22 Inaugural 5K Run and Charity Mile Walk presented by Flagler Beach Rotary Club
FLAGLER BEACH – The Port Orange-based law firm of Rue & Ziffra is a gold sponsor of the Flagler Beach Rotary Club’s inaugural 5K Run and Charity Mile Walk set for Oct. 22.
The event – which celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Flagler Beach Rotary Club – will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in both male and female categories. Race participants are invited to join a celebration immediately after the race.
“Our firm is excited to be a part of this anniversary celebration for the Rotary Club,” said John Rue, partner of the personal-injury firm. “Whether you run or walk, the events are a great way to see the historical city of Flagler Beach, while helping support so many deserving projects.”
Funds raised from the race will help support numerous Rotary projects, including student and adult scholarships, Project Share holiday gifts, dictionaries for third graders, the Youth Leadership Academy.
Tickets, at $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the event, will include a commemorative T-shirt. For more information or to register for the race, click on www.runflagler.org or www.flaglerbeachrotary.org.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
The event – which celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Flagler Beach Rotary Club – will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in both male and female categories. Race participants are invited to join a celebration immediately after the race.
“Our firm is excited to be a part of this anniversary celebration for the Rotary Club,” said John Rue, partner of the personal-injury firm. “Whether you run or walk, the events are a great way to see the historical city of Flagler Beach, while helping support so many deserving projects.”
Funds raised from the race will help support numerous Rotary projects, including student and adult scholarships, Project Share holiday gifts, dictionaries for third graders, the Youth Leadership Academy.
Tickets, at $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the event, will include a commemorative T-shirt. For more information or to register for the race, click on www.runflagler.org or www.flaglerbeachrotary.org.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
Tolaris Realty Group Names Jackie Vanhorn Sales Associate
Lake Forest, Fla. --- Tolaris Realty Group, which sells luxury and custom homes throughout the Central Florida region, has appointed Jackie Vanhorn sales associate.
Rick Bavec, principal and managing director of Tolaris Realty Group, said Vanhorn has more than 10 years of experience in real estate sales.
Rick Bavec, principal and managing director of Tolaris Realty Group, said Vanhorn has more than 10 years of experience in real estate sales.
Celebration Golf Management Promotes Two at Golden Bear Club In Windermere
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Celebration Golf Management, LLC, recently promoted two top staff members at Golden Bear Club in Windermere.
Carlos Puerto, general manager at the Golden Bear Club, said Susan Wilkinson has been promoted to Membership Director and Andy McGrotha to Food and Beverage Manager.
Puerto said Wilkinson joined Golden Bear Club in June 2010 and formerly was a membership accountant. She has more than 20 years of experience in the golf and hospitality business throughout Europe and the Middle East.
Since May of 2010 McGrotha was one of the lead servers at the Golden Bear Club. He has four years of hospitality industry experience and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Central Florida.
Carlos Puerto, general manager at the Golden Bear Club, said Susan Wilkinson has been promoted to Membership Director and Andy McGrotha to Food and Beverage Manager.
Puerto said Wilkinson joined Golden Bear Club in June 2010 and formerly was a membership accountant. She has more than 20 years of experience in the golf and hospitality business throughout Europe and the Middle East.
Since May of 2010 McGrotha was one of the lead servers at the Golden Bear Club. He has four years of hospitality industry experience and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Central Florida.
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Names Melba Ovalle, M.D. International Luxury Home Specialist
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has appointed Melba I. Ovalle, M.D. to serve on its team of International Luxury Home Specialists.
Dr. Ovalle earned her B.S. Degree in Biology from Pace University and her M.D. Degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. She completed post-graduate training in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at Montefiore Hospital Center and the Albert W. Einstein Medical Center in New York.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said Dr. Ovalle will focus on residential homes with special interest in serving the medical industry including physicians, medical support staff, administrators, and support medical industries such as pharmaceutical sales.
“With her understanding of the specific needs of this industry, Dr. Ovalle will provide a level of service that few others in the industry have the ability to match,” Soderstrom said.
“Her timing is perfect with Central Florida becoming a major medical hub,” Soderstrom said. “Professionals affiliated with newly opened or planned facilities at Lake Nona’s Medical City – including Burnham Institute, UCF Medical School, VA Hospital, Nemours Children’s Hospital and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center – are relocating. They are purchasing homes here in Central Florida for primary residences as well as second homes, vacation homes and investment properties,” Soderstrom explained.
Dr. Ovalle, who is fluent in both English and Spanish, will also focus on medical professionals in the areas of Chicago and New York as well as those relocating or investing in Central Florida real estate from Canada, Europe and South America.
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Dr. Ovalle earned her B.S. Degree in Biology from Pace University and her M.D. Degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. She completed post-graduate training in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at Montefiore Hospital Center and the Albert W. Einstein Medical Center in New York.
Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said Dr. Ovalle will focus on residential homes with special interest in serving the medical industry including physicians, medical support staff, administrators, and support medical industries such as pharmaceutical sales.
“With her understanding of the specific needs of this industry, Dr. Ovalle will provide a level of service that few others in the industry have the ability to match,” Soderstrom said.
“Her timing is perfect with Central Florida becoming a major medical hub,” Soderstrom said. “Professionals affiliated with newly opened or planned facilities at Lake Nona’s Medical City – including Burnham Institute, UCF Medical School, VA Hospital, Nemours Children’s Hospital and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center – are relocating. They are purchasing homes here in Central Florida for primary residences as well as second homes, vacation homes and investment properties,” Soderstrom explained.
Dr. Ovalle, who is fluent in both English and Spanish, will also focus on medical professionals in the areas of Chicago and New York as well as those relocating or investing in Central Florida real estate from Canada, Europe and South America.
About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Names CAD Technician, Intern Architect
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, LLC, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, recently appointed Christian Paulo CAD Technician.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects said Paulo earned his Associate of Science degree in computer drafting and design from the ITT Technical Institute.
Peterson also appointed Roger Hodge an intern architect. Hodge is an honor undergraduate at the University of Central Florida.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects said Paulo earned his Associate of Science degree in computer drafting and design from the ITT Technical Institute.
Peterson also appointed Roger Hodge an intern architect. Hodge is an honor undergraduate at the University of Central Florida.
Emerson International Reports Four New Long Term Lease Agreements at CenterPointe Office Park and One at Sanlando Center
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. --- Emerson International recently closed on four new long term lease agreements at CenterPointe Office Park in Altamonte Springs and one at Sanlando Center in Longwood.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said Sean Westcott, director of leasing and property management for Emerson International, negotiated all lease agreements.
Debt Mediators, LLC leased 1,193 square feet.
Neno Research, Inc. leased 1,333 square feet.
Consumer Business and Debt Research, Inc., leased 1,259 square feet.
Penthouse Acupuncture, LLC, leased 500 square feet.
Paradign Health, LLC leased 1,524 square feet.
About Emerson International
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said Sean Westcott, director of leasing and property management for Emerson International, negotiated all lease agreements.
Debt Mediators, LLC leased 1,193 square feet.
Neno Research, Inc. leased 1,333 square feet.
Consumer Business and Debt Research, Inc., leased 1,259 square feet.
Penthouse Acupuncture, LLC, leased 500 square feet.
Paradign Health, LLC leased 1,524 square feet.
About Emerson International
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
NAI Realvest Negotiates Two Lease Agreements totaling 7,000 Square Feet at Monroe CommerCenter South in Sanford
MAITLAND, Fla. --- NAI Realvest recently negotiated a renewal lease and a new lease totaling 7,000 square feet of industrial space at Monroe CommerCenter South in Sanford.
Michael Heidrich, a principal in the firm, brokered the transactions on behalf of the landlord, COP-Monroe, LLC of Maitland.
Truck and auto parts and equipment supplier Advanced Van & Truck Equipment, Inc. renewed its lease of 5,000 square feet at 4154 Incubator Court.
The new tenant, Transit Designs, LLC, a screen printing company and design studio, leased 2,000 square feet at 711 Progress Way in Monroe CommerCenter South.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com.
Michael Heidrich, a principal in the firm, brokered the transactions on behalf of the landlord, COP-Monroe, LLC of Maitland.
Truck and auto parts and equipment supplier Advanced Van & Truck Equipment, Inc. renewed its lease of 5,000 square feet at 4154 Incubator Court.
The new tenant, Transit Designs, LLC, a screen printing company and design studio, leased 2,000 square feet at 711 Progress Way in Monroe CommerCenter South.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com.
NAI Realvest negotiates sale of industrial/flex condominium for $300,200 at South Park Business Center in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. — NAI Realvest recently negotiated the sale of a 2,143 square foot industrial/flex condo at South Park Business Center, 8600 Commodity Circle in Orlando.
Tom R. Kelley, II, CCIM, principal at NAI Realvest and managing partner/principal, Paul P. Partyka negotiated the transaction on behalf of the landlord, Miami-based South Park, LLC.
HNN Investments, LLC a local privately held investment management firm purchased the property. Angela Chapman of Century 21 Capital Realty Group represented the buyer in the transaction.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
Tom R. Kelley, II, CCIM, principal at NAI Realvest and managing partner/principal, Paul P. Partyka negotiated the transaction on behalf of the landlord, Miami-based South Park, LLC.
HNN Investments, LLC a local privately held investment management firm purchased the property. Angela Chapman of Century 21 Capital Realty Group represented the buyer in the transaction.
About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.
NAI Realvest signs up the Nemours Foundation with more office space at La Vina Marketplace at Lake Nona
MAITLAND, Fla. --- NAI Realvest recently negotiated a lease expansion agreement with The Nemours Foundation for three suites totaling 6,236 square feet of office at 9161 Narcoossee Rd. (Building B) at La Vina Marketplace in Lake Nona in southeast Orlando.
Senior Associate Mary Frances West, CCIM negotiated the transaction representing the landlord, Orlando-based Ripley’s International LLC.
The tenant already occupies 24,460 square feet at La Vina Marketplace in Building A, which is 9141 S. Narcoossee Rd.
The lease expansion brings its total leased space to 30,696 square feet at the La Vina Marketplace.
Mickey Hage of Mickey Hage, Inc. represented The Nemours Foundation in the transaction.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com
Senior Associate Mary Frances West, CCIM negotiated the transaction representing the landlord, Orlando-based Ripley’s International LLC.
The tenant already occupies 24,460 square feet at La Vina Marketplace in Building A, which is 9141 S. Narcoossee Rd.
The lease expansion brings its total leased space to 30,696 square feet at the La Vina Marketplace.
Mickey Hage of Mickey Hage, Inc. represented The Nemours Foundation in the transaction.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com
NAI Realvest Negotiates New Office Lease at Wekiva Center in Apopka
MAITLAND, Fla. --- NAI Realvest recently completed a new lease for 1,600 square feet of office space at Wekiva Center, 1706 E. Semoran Boulevard near the intersection of U.S. 441 in Apopka.
Tom R. Kelley II, CCIM, principal at NAI Realvest, brokered the transaction on behalf of the landlord, Wekiva Center Partnership based in Maitland. The tenant is CNV Communications LLC, a professional digital integration company.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com.
Tom R. Kelley II, CCIM, principal at NAI Realvest, brokered the transaction on behalf of the landlord, Wekiva Center Partnership based in Maitland. The tenant is CNV Communications LLC, a professional digital integration company.
About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com.
NAI Realvest Negotiates Renewal Agreement at The Citadel III in Southeast Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. – NAI Realvest recently completed a lease renewal agreement for 1,058 square feet of office space in Suite 515 at The Citadel III located at 5950 Hazeltine National Drive in Southeast Orlando.
The NAI Realvest leasing team of Senior Associate Mary Frances West, CCIM, Matt Cichocki and Kevin O’Connor principals at NAI Realvest, negotiated the transaction representing the landlord, Citadel Partners, LTD based in The Villages, Fla.
The tenant, Cottingham & Butler Limited, who has been a tenant in the Citadel since 2007, is a leading risk management and employee benefits broker.
The West, Cichocki and O’Connor team has completed multiple new leases and renewals at Citadel III this year.
The NAI Realvest leasing team of Senior Associate Mary Frances West, CCIM, Matt Cichocki and Kevin O’Connor principals at NAI Realvest, negotiated the transaction representing the landlord, Citadel Partners, LTD based in The Villages, Fla.
The tenant, Cottingham & Butler Limited, who has been a tenant in the Citadel since 2007, is a leading risk management and employee benefits broker.
The West, Cichocki and O’Connor team has completed multiple new leases and renewals at Citadel III this year.
Mattamy Homes U.S. Group Opens Second Phase, New Clubhouse at Nona Preserve in Southeast Orlando
WINTER PARK, Fla. --- Mattamy Homes U.S. Group, the U.S. division of Canada’s largest homebuilder, has opened a second phase and a new community clubhouse at Nona Preserve at Lake Nona, its townhome community located on Narcoossee Road in southeast Orlando.
Steve Parker, president of Mattamy Homes U.S. Group, said Mattamy sold 15 of the 20 new townhomes in the first phase at Nona Preserve in just 60 days.
“Sales at Nona Preserve are red hot. Selling out 75 percent of our first phase in just 60 days significantly exceeds our expectations,” said Parker.
Mattamy plans to build 20 new three-bedroom townhomes in the new phase priced from the $150s.
The new 3,000-square foot community clubhouse at Nona Preserve offers a swimming pool and state-of-the-art fitness center.
About Mattamy Homes U.S. Group
Mattamy Homes www.mattamyhomes.com expanded into the U.S. in 2003 and is headquartered in Winter Park, Fla. with divisions in Orlando, Jacksonville Phoenix, Minneapolis and Charlotte. The homebuilder, the largest and most active in Canada with annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion was ranked among the highest of all homebuilders in the greater Toronto and Ottawa areas in a nationwide customer satisfaction survey conducted by J.D. Power Associates.
Steve Parker, president of Mattamy Homes U.S. Group, said Mattamy sold 15 of the 20 new townhomes in the first phase at Nona Preserve in just 60 days.
“Sales at Nona Preserve are red hot. Selling out 75 percent of our first phase in just 60 days significantly exceeds our expectations,” said Parker.
Mattamy plans to build 20 new three-bedroom townhomes in the new phase priced from the $150s.
The new 3,000-square foot community clubhouse at Nona Preserve offers a swimming pool and state-of-the-art fitness center.
About Mattamy Homes U.S. Group
Mattamy Homes www.mattamyhomes.com expanded into the U.S. in 2003 and is headquartered in Winter Park, Fla. with divisions in Orlando, Jacksonville Phoenix, Minneapolis and Charlotte. The homebuilder, the largest and most active in Canada with annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion was ranked among the highest of all homebuilders in the greater Toronto and Ottawa areas in a nationwide customer satisfaction survey conducted by J.D. Power Associates.
Brand New Central Park at Del Webb Ponte Vedra Garnering Rave Reviews
Ponte Vedra, Fla. --- The brand new Central Park at Del Webb Ponte Vedra--- its grand opening is scheduled for Oct. 22 ---is already sprouting fans and rave reviews from residents who have already formed a garden club.
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Del Webb in the Jacksonville region, said Central Park is a marvel of horticultural planning and community design.
“We really put our hearts into it,” Strickler said.
“We’ve planted more than 100 trees, from palms, magnolias, oaks, medjools, and river birch to fruit and nut trees such as peach, peach, pear, plum, apple, citrus, pecan, pomegranate, fig, and avocado,” Strickler said.
All the trees were selected for their ability to adapt to the Florida climate, Strickler said.
Fruit-bearing shrubs---grape, blueberry, raspberry, and elderberry---form barriers and corridors to accent the landscape.
Boutique magnolia specimens form a quiet grove in one part of the park, and in another 1,000 square foot area residents can rent their own sections to plant their own individual gardens of vegetables and ornamentals.
Gardening plots are ADA accessible too, Strickler said.
Outside the gardening compound, common areas are sodded with Zoysia and irrigated with reclaimed water. Closer to the edible plants, Bahia grass and potable irrigation sources are the order of the day.
The Riverwood at Nocatee Homeowners Association Garden Club will take charge of managing Central Park, Strickler said.
“We have an inclusive maintenance and management program in place that the Garden Club can assume once they are well organized,” Strickler said.
“We have many residents anxiously awaiting the opening of Central Park so they can utilize the individual sections available to grow their own fruits and vegetables year round,” said Richard Carty, a Del Webb Ponte Vedra resident heading up the Garden Club.
A second phase will include a bandshell and herb gardens.
Del Webb will host a Fall Grand Opening reception with tours of the Anastasia Clubhouse and Central Park from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22 at the award-winning active adult community, located on Del Webb Parkway in Ponte Vedra.
“We’re hosting a free cocktail hour that will feature several of our Del Webb Ponte Vedra residents,” Strickler said.
Visitors should call 888-817-2249 to RSVP by Oct. 17 to gain access to the community for the event.
Del Webb Ponte Vedra offers Carriage Homes and Single Family homes priced from the mid-$100s.
About Del Webb
Del Webb, the pioneer of active retirement communities, is America’s leading builder of developments for people 55+ since 1960. By building quality homes and communities that help active adults optimize their next phase in life, Del Webb’s amenities and programs enable homeowners to easily engage creatively, socially, athletically and intellectually. In concert with Baby Boomer residents, the brand is continually redefining retirement and retirement living. Del Webb communities have grown to include more than 50 communities currently open for new home sales in 20 states. For more information on Del Webb, visit www.delwebb.com. To learn more about how to plan a smart future, check out financial tools at delwebb.com/value.
Sean Strickler, vice president of sales for Del Webb in the Jacksonville region, said Central Park is a marvel of horticultural planning and community design.
“We really put our hearts into it,” Strickler said.
“We’ve planted more than 100 trees, from palms, magnolias, oaks, medjools, and river birch to fruit and nut trees such as peach, peach, pear, plum, apple, citrus, pecan, pomegranate, fig, and avocado,” Strickler said.
All the trees were selected for their ability to adapt to the Florida climate, Strickler said.
Fruit-bearing shrubs---grape, blueberry, raspberry, and elderberry---form barriers and corridors to accent the landscape.
Boutique magnolia specimens form a quiet grove in one part of the park, and in another 1,000 square foot area residents can rent their own sections to plant their own individual gardens of vegetables and ornamentals.
Gardening plots are ADA accessible too, Strickler said.
Outside the gardening compound, common areas are sodded with Zoysia and irrigated with reclaimed water. Closer to the edible plants, Bahia grass and potable irrigation sources are the order of the day.
The Riverwood at Nocatee Homeowners Association Garden Club will take charge of managing Central Park, Strickler said.
“We have an inclusive maintenance and management program in place that the Garden Club can assume once they are well organized,” Strickler said.
“We have many residents anxiously awaiting the opening of Central Park so they can utilize the individual sections available to grow their own fruits and vegetables year round,” said Richard Carty, a Del Webb Ponte Vedra resident heading up the Garden Club.
A second phase will include a bandshell and herb gardens.
Del Webb will host a Fall Grand Opening reception with tours of the Anastasia Clubhouse and Central Park from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22 at the award-winning active adult community, located on Del Webb Parkway in Ponte Vedra.
“We’re hosting a free cocktail hour that will feature several of our Del Webb Ponte Vedra residents,” Strickler said.
Visitors should call 888-817-2249 to RSVP by Oct. 17 to gain access to the community for the event.
Del Webb Ponte Vedra offers Carriage Homes and Single Family homes priced from the mid-$100s.
About Del Webb
Del Webb, the pioneer of active retirement communities, is America’s leading builder of developments for people 55+ since 1960. By building quality homes and communities that help active adults optimize their next phase in life, Del Webb’s amenities and programs enable homeowners to easily engage creatively, socially, athletically and intellectually. In concert with Baby Boomer residents, the brand is continually redefining retirement and retirement living. Del Webb communities have grown to include more than 50 communities currently open for new home sales in 20 states. For more information on Del Webb, visit www.delwebb.com. To learn more about how to plan a smart future, check out financial tools at delwebb.com/value.
Ashton Woods Homes Starts Construction of Two Ready-To-Move-In Homes at FishHawk Ranch
TAMPA, Fla. --- Ashton Woods Homes has started construction of two ready-to-move-in single family homes at FishHawk Ranch, the master planned community located off FishHawk Blvd. west of Riverview in Southeast Tampa.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing at Ashton Woods Homes in the Tampa Bay region, said one home, with four bedrooms and three baths in 2,505 square feet of living space will be ready in December, priced from the $290s.
The other ready-to-move-in home, with four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths in 2,972 square feet will be completed and ready for occupancy in January, priced from the low $300s.
Ashton Woods Homes is building 36 new single family homes at Starling at FishHawk Ranch in five distinctive floor plans that include one and two story designs.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix.
Michael Roche, vice president of sales and marketing at Ashton Woods Homes in the Tampa Bay region, said one home, with four bedrooms and three baths in 2,505 square feet of living space will be ready in December, priced from the $290s.
The other ready-to-move-in home, with four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths in 2,972 square feet will be completed and ready for occupancy in January, priced from the low $300s.
Ashton Woods Homes is building 36 new single family homes at Starling at FishHawk Ranch in five distinctive floor plans that include one and two story designs.
Ashton Woods Homes is one of the nation’s largest private homebuilding companies, with operations in Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Raleigh, Dallas, Houston, Austin and Phoenix.
Henin Signature Homes Nearing Completion of Ready-To-Move-In Luxury Homes at Riviera Bella in DeBary
DeBary, Fla. --- Henin Signature Homes is putting the finishing touches on two ready-to-move-in luxury homes and two pre-sold luxury homes at Riviera Bella, the luxury community Henin Group is developing on the St. Johns River in DeBary.
Jerome Henin, founder and president of the Henin Group, said the Maranello ready-to-move-in home offers four bedrooms with three and one half baths in 2,244 square feet of living space priced at $272,845.
The Turino ready-to-move-in home with six bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and a bonus room in 3,307 square feet is priced from $373,770.
Henin said both ready-to-move-in homes will be available by early November.
Jerome Henin, founder and president of the Henin Group, said the Maranello ready-to-move-in home offers four bedrooms with three and one half baths in 2,244 square feet of living space priced at $272,845.
The Turino ready-to-move-in home with six bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and a bonus room in 3,307 square feet is priced from $373,770.
Henin said both ready-to-move-in homes will be available by early November.
SeaGate Homes Nearing Completion on The Seaspray at St. Augustine Beach’s Seagrove Community
ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH – SeaGate Homes is putting the finishing touches on The Seaspray, a Key West-style, 2,048-square-foot spec home in the seaside community of Seagrove.
Priced at $304,900, the four-bedroom, two-bath Seaspray was specifically designed for the Seagrove community off of State Road A1A. The home has an open floor plan and a beachy feel, according to Robert Gazzoli, president of SeaGate Homes.
When completed later this month, The Seaspray, which backs up to a natural preserve area, will have upgraded features such as granite countertops, ceramic tile, 42-inch kitchen cabinets and crown molding.
Gazzoli said with its old-fashioned feel and Southern charm, the style of the home fits perfectly in the SeaGrove neighborhood, a coastal community of nearly 300 homes nestled among stately oaks and winding roads.
For more information about The Seaspray and other new models and floor plans by SeaGate Homes, please call 386-445-1616 or visit SeaGateHomes.com.
About SeaGate Homes:
SeaGate Homes, Flagler County’s largest homebuilder, is a 17-year-old, family-owned company with headquarters in Palm Coast. SeaGate builds quality homes at communities in St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Daytona Beach and Edgewater, as well as through their On-Your-Lot program in Volusia, Flagler and St. Johns counties. Prices range from the $90s to the $400s.
Priced at $304,900, the four-bedroom, two-bath Seaspray was specifically designed for the Seagrove community off of State Road A1A. The home has an open floor plan and a beachy feel, according to Robert Gazzoli, president of SeaGate Homes.
When completed later this month, The Seaspray, which backs up to a natural preserve area, will have upgraded features such as granite countertops, ceramic tile, 42-inch kitchen cabinets and crown molding.
Gazzoli said with its old-fashioned feel and Southern charm, the style of the home fits perfectly in the SeaGrove neighborhood, a coastal community of nearly 300 homes nestled among stately oaks and winding roads.
For more information about The Seaspray and other new models and floor plans by SeaGate Homes, please call 386-445-1616 or visit SeaGateHomes.com.
About SeaGate Homes:
SeaGate Homes, Flagler County’s largest homebuilder, is a 17-year-old, family-owned company with headquarters in Palm Coast. SeaGate builds quality homes at communities in St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Daytona Beach and Edgewater, as well as through their On-Your-Lot program in Volusia, Flagler and St. Johns counties. Prices range from the $90s to the $400s.
Rachel Wein of WeinPlus: In Slow Growth Market, Specialization sets Companies apart from the Competition
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. --- Look for real estate owners and developers to specialize more and emphasize their strongest talents as the economy continues to grow slowly, says one top Florida management consultant.
Rachel Elias Wein, AIA, founder and principal of WeinPlus Real Estate Advisory Services in St. Petersburg, said that’s the most logical solution for developers in a slow-growth economy.
“The universe of real estate development projects is not increasing,” Wein said. “Real estate companies who want to maintain market share are going to have to focus on what they do best — what distinguishes them from the competition.”
Wein said one of her clients has focused efforts on specializing in sensitive projects likely to engender political controversy.
“They have a track record of developing solutions that address the needs of the local community and neighbors while maintaining focus on tenants and the bottom line,” Wein said.
“Another client specializes in redevelopment of older retail centers, making improvements, re-tenanting and making older centers shine like new,” she said.
“If you’re dealing in a commodity business, find a way to make your service unique to differentiate yourself and your company from the competition,” Wein said.
Rachel Elias Wein, AIA, founder and principal of WeinPlus Real Estate Advisory Services in St. Petersburg, said that’s the most logical solution for developers in a slow-growth economy.
“The universe of real estate development projects is not increasing,” Wein said. “Real estate companies who want to maintain market share are going to have to focus on what they do best — what distinguishes them from the competition.”
Wein said one of her clients has focused efforts on specializing in sensitive projects likely to engender political controversy.
“They have a track record of developing solutions that address the needs of the local community and neighbors while maintaining focus on tenants and the bottom line,” Wein said.
“Another client specializes in redevelopment of older retail centers, making improvements, re-tenanting and making older centers shine like new,” she said.
“If you’re dealing in a commodity business, find a way to make your service unique to differentiate yourself and your company from the competition,” Wein said.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Ocoee Goes Green with Self-Service Electronic Permitting in Partnership with Clear Village
ORLANDO, Fla., --- The City of Ocoee recently launched their web based self-service permitting portal in partnership with Clear Village Inc.
“The best practice for permitting is to allow citizens and contractors to apply for permits whenever they wish from our office or anywhere with internet access,” said Craig Shadrix, assistant city manager of Ocoee.
“When it is not convenient for a citizen or contractor to come to City Hall during business hours, we want to offer great service over the City’s website,” said Ocoee city manager Rob Frank. “We selected Clear Village to deliver Ocoee’s web self-service platform because Clear Village provides a friendly, intuitive, collaborative citizen portal and powerful workflow applications for the staff.”
Jim Washington, Ocoee’s building official, describes how supporting electronic documents is a win-win for staff, citizens, contractors and the environment. “We used to require multiple copies of plans as part of a permit application package. Now with Clear Village’s support, citizens and contractors can submit their plans electronically, eliminating printing costs and trips to the office to deliver plans. Supporting electronic documents is efficient for staff and the applicant, and it is better for the environment,” Washington explained.
“Ocoee’s passion to deliver service excellence is to be applauded,” said David Loeb, president of Clear Village. “In addition to reducing costs and saving time for permit applicants, Ocoee will realize substantial staff efficiencies. Time previously spent on data entry and scanning documents can now be invested in taking government service to the next level.”
Stina D’Uva, president of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, describes Ocoee’s online permitting as pro growth. “Few cities offer more than online forms on their website. Those that offer online permitting do so mostly for contractors. What’s terrific about Ocoee’s self-service capabilities is that they include both citizens and contractors. Eliminating trips to City Hall will save citizens and contractors time and money. The convenience of progressing your permits and inspections anytime demonstrates Ocoee's commitment to attract business and grow the local economy," she emphasized.
Shadrix said Ocoee residents and the contractors that serve them are urged to utilize Ocoee’s web-permitting system.
“It’s easy to register for Ocoee’s web self-service. All you need is an email and a password of your choosing. Ocoee’s online permitting is available at www.permits.ocoee.org. Government eServices include applying for a permit, registering a contractor, requesting an inspection, scheduling a meeting, or tracking the progress of your permit. Expect many more web-based government services as Ocoee’s continuous improvement initiative progresses,” Shadrix said.
Clear Village is a graduate of the UCF Business Incubation Program.
Carol Ann Dykes, UCF Business Incubator site manager in the Central Florida Research Park, says “Clear Village is a great example of how an incubator client can take UCF technology and bring products to market that help government better serve its citizens.”
“Companies like Clear Village demonstrate how the UCF Business Incubation Program helps create high tech jobs in Central Florida,” she said.
About Ocoee:
Visit www.ocoee.org
About Clear Village:
Clear Village helps local government deliver personalized service over the web on a 24/7 basis. Clear Village’s integrated staff productivity solutions offer substantial savings to municipalities by reducing counter and cashier transactions, reducing support calls, and eliminating many data entry, copying, transporting, and scanning tasks. Additionally, Clear Village cloud computing solutions help reduce IT costs while providing business continuity. www.clearvillageinc.com
About the UCF Business Incubation Program
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
“The best practice for permitting is to allow citizens and contractors to apply for permits whenever they wish from our office or anywhere with internet access,” said Craig Shadrix, assistant city manager of Ocoee.
“When it is not convenient for a citizen or contractor to come to City Hall during business hours, we want to offer great service over the City’s website,” said Ocoee city manager Rob Frank. “We selected Clear Village to deliver Ocoee’s web self-service platform because Clear Village provides a friendly, intuitive, collaborative citizen portal and powerful workflow applications for the staff.”
Jim Washington, Ocoee’s building official, describes how supporting electronic documents is a win-win for staff, citizens, contractors and the environment. “We used to require multiple copies of plans as part of a permit application package. Now with Clear Village’s support, citizens and contractors can submit their plans electronically, eliminating printing costs and trips to the office to deliver plans. Supporting electronic documents is efficient for staff and the applicant, and it is better for the environment,” Washington explained.
“Ocoee’s passion to deliver service excellence is to be applauded,” said David Loeb, president of Clear Village. “In addition to reducing costs and saving time for permit applicants, Ocoee will realize substantial staff efficiencies. Time previously spent on data entry and scanning documents can now be invested in taking government service to the next level.”
Stina D’Uva, president of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, describes Ocoee’s online permitting as pro growth. “Few cities offer more than online forms on their website. Those that offer online permitting do so mostly for contractors. What’s terrific about Ocoee’s self-service capabilities is that they include both citizens and contractors. Eliminating trips to City Hall will save citizens and contractors time and money. The convenience of progressing your permits and inspections anytime demonstrates Ocoee's commitment to attract business and grow the local economy," she emphasized.
Shadrix said Ocoee residents and the contractors that serve them are urged to utilize Ocoee’s web-permitting system.
“It’s easy to register for Ocoee’s web self-service. All you need is an email and a password of your choosing. Ocoee’s online permitting is available at www.permits.ocoee.org. Government eServices include applying for a permit, registering a contractor, requesting an inspection, scheduling a meeting, or tracking the progress of your permit. Expect many more web-based government services as Ocoee’s continuous improvement initiative progresses,” Shadrix said.
Clear Village is a graduate of the UCF Business Incubation Program.
Carol Ann Dykes, UCF Business Incubator site manager in the Central Florida Research Park, says “Clear Village is a great example of how an incubator client can take UCF technology and bring products to market that help government better serve its citizens.”
“Companies like Clear Village demonstrate how the UCF Business Incubation Program helps create high tech jobs in Central Florida,” she said.
About Ocoee:
Visit www.ocoee.org
About Clear Village:
Clear Village helps local government deliver personalized service over the web on a 24/7 basis. Clear Village’s integrated staff productivity solutions offer substantial savings to municipalities by reducing counter and cashier transactions, reducing support calls, and eliminating many data entry, copying, transporting, and scanning tasks. Additionally, Clear Village cloud computing solutions help reduce IT costs while providing business continuity. www.clearvillageinc.com
About the UCF Business Incubation Program
Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 200 emerging companies (including more than 100 current clients) create over $200 million in annual total economic output and more than 1,600 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With nine facilities across the Greater Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between the University of Central Florida, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, The City of Sanford, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, Osceola County, the City of Kissimmee, City of St. Cloud, Volusia County and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Please visit www.incubator.ucf.edu and UCFBIP on Facebook.
Emerson International Marketing 45,000 Square Foot, Three Story Building at Eagle Creek in Southeast Orlando
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. --- Emerson International is marketing a three story, 45,000 square foot building at Eagle Creek Golf Community on Narcoossee Rd. in Southeast Orlando’s Lake Nona area.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said the firm is leasing a total of 200,000 square feet of office and retail space at Eagle Creek.
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said the firm is leasing a total of 200,000 square feet of office and retail space at Eagle Creek.
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
Ride Green Scooters named exclusive area dealer for battery powered TNT E Scooters
Winter Park, Fla. – Ride Green Scooters on West Fairbanks Ave. in Winter Park, has been named the exclusive area dealer for battery-powered TNT E Scooters designed and manufactured by Top Notch Technology, Inc, of Ligonier, Ind.
Ron Schwartz, a principal at Ride Green Scooters, said TNT E scooters are manufactured in China and assembled in the U.S.
TNT E scooters take six to 10 hours to recharge, Schwartz said.
“The 500 watt TNT E scooter we sell will run 40 miles on a single charge,” said Schwartz.
Better yet, with a 20 mile per hour top end, TNT E scooters require no drivers license or tag to operate.
Schwartz said TnT E scooters are rugged and built to last.
“They are also built to be the most energy-efficient vehicles on the road today,” he said.
Visit www.ridegreenscooters.com.
Ron Schwartz, a principal at Ride Green Scooters, said TNT E scooters are manufactured in China and assembled in the U.S.
TNT E scooters take six to 10 hours to recharge, Schwartz said.
“The 500 watt TNT E scooter we sell will run 40 miles on a single charge,” said Schwartz.
Better yet, with a 20 mile per hour top end, TNT E scooters require no drivers license or tag to operate.
Schwartz said TnT E scooters are rugged and built to last.
“They are also built to be the most energy-efficient vehicles on the road today,” he said.
Visit www.ridegreenscooters.com.
Ryland Homes to open two new models priced from the low $200s at Waters Edge at Lake Nona
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Ryland Homes in the Orlando region is opening two new model homes at Waters Edge at Lake Nona, a gated community located by Lake Nona off Narcoossee Road between SR 528 and the Greeneway (417) in southeast Orlando.
Angela Colston, vice president of sales and marketing for Ryland Homes in the Orlando region, said the Kiley II model home will open the week of Oct. 17 with three bedrooms and two baths in 1,804 square feet of living space priced from $222,990 with a two car garage.
The Roarke II model home, with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths in 3,514 square feet of living space, will be priced from $302,990, Colston said.
Ryland plans to build 79 single family homes at Waters Edge priced from the low $200s to the mid $300s on 50 and 90 foot home sites.
New homes at Waters Edge at Lake Nona will range in size from 1,806 square feet of living space to 3,976 square feet.
Waters Edge at Lake Nona features homeowner access to a lakefront park, boat dock and storage with easy access to the University of Central Florida medical campus, Burnham Institute, Orlando International Airport and major arterial highways.
About Ryland Homes
With headquarters in Southern California, Ryland is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and a leading mortgage-finance company. The company currently operates in 28 markets across the country and has built more than 285,000 homes and financed more than 235,000 mortgages since its founding in 1967. Ryland is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RYL.”
Angela Colston, vice president of sales and marketing for Ryland Homes in the Orlando region, said the Kiley II model home will open the week of Oct. 17 with three bedrooms and two baths in 1,804 square feet of living space priced from $222,990 with a two car garage.
The Roarke II model home, with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths in 3,514 square feet of living space, will be priced from $302,990, Colston said.
Ryland plans to build 79 single family homes at Waters Edge priced from the low $200s to the mid $300s on 50 and 90 foot home sites.
New homes at Waters Edge at Lake Nona will range in size from 1,806 square feet of living space to 3,976 square feet.
Waters Edge at Lake Nona features homeowner access to a lakefront park, boat dock and storage with easy access to the University of Central Florida medical campus, Burnham Institute, Orlando International Airport and major arterial highways.
About Ryland Homes
With headquarters in Southern California, Ryland is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and a leading mortgage-finance company. The company currently operates in 28 markets across the country and has built more than 285,000 homes and financed more than 235,000 mortgages since its founding in 1967. Ryland is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RYL.”
Emerson International Okays McDade Construction to build Interior Improvements at CenterPointe I Office Building in Altamonte Springs
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. --- McDade Construction has been awarded a contract by Emerson International to build interior improvements at the CenterPointe I office building at 240 E. Central Parkway in Altamonte Springs.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said the project will total 8,753 square feet of office space.
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said the project will total 8,753 square feet of office space.
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Port Orange Personal-Injury Law Firm Donates 100 Bicycle Helmets to Port Orange Police Department
PORT ORANGE – The Port Orange-based law firm of Rue & Ziffra recently donated 100 bicycle helmets to the Port Orange Police Department for the agency’s free helmet program.
The helmets – which are available on a first-come, first-serve basis – are free to children under the age of 16. Florida law states that children under age 16 must wear an approved helmet when riding a bicycle.
“We’re happy to donate to this cause as one of our practice areas is bicycle accidents,” said Allan Ziffra, president of the longtime personal-injury law firm. “And, the helmet donations are geared toward bicycle safety.”
For more information, or to schedule an appointment to pick up a helmet, call the Port Orange Police Department at 386-506-5870.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
The helmets – which are available on a first-come, first-serve basis – are free to children under the age of 16. Florida law states that children under age 16 must wear an approved helmet when riding a bicycle.
“We’re happy to donate to this cause as one of our practice areas is bicycle accidents,” said Allan Ziffra, president of the longtime personal-injury law firm. “And, the helmet donations are geared toward bicycle safety.”
For more information, or to schedule an appointment to pick up a helmet, call the Port Orange Police Department at 386-506-5870.
About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.
Mercantile Capital Corporation reports five commercial loan closings in September to finance projects worth nearly $14 million
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. --- Mercantile Capital Corporation, which ranks as one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners, closed five commercial loans in September to finance projects worth more than $13.8 million in total project costs.
Chris Hurn, chief executive officer at Mercantile Capital Corporation, said the largest single loan in September was for the $9.8 million refinance of a plastic surgery center in Utah.
Hurn reported Mercantile Capital closed on 19 loans during the third quarter to finance projects totaling more than $55.7 million in total project costs. Through the first three quarters of 2011, the company closed loans worth $124.85 million, a 33.07 percent increase over the same nine-month period last year, Hurn said.
Mercantile Capital is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Old Florida National Bank.
More information can be found at www.504Experts.com and www.504Blog.com.
Chris Hurn, chief executive officer at Mercantile Capital Corporation, said the largest single loan in September was for the $9.8 million refinance of a plastic surgery center in Utah.
Hurn reported Mercantile Capital closed on 19 loans during the third quarter to finance projects totaling more than $55.7 million in total project costs. Through the first three quarters of 2011, the company closed loans worth $124.85 million, a 33.07 percent increase over the same nine-month period last year, Hurn said.
Mercantile Capital is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Old Florida National Bank.
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Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Named to Design Remodeling for Sweet Bay Grocery Store in St. Pete
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, LLC was recently awarded a contract to design a major remodeling project for Sweet Bay Grocery store on 4th Street North in St. Petersburg.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman of the Baldwin Park architectural firm, said the Sweet Bay remodel involves 48,000 square feet of grocery space.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman of the Baldwin Park architectural firm, said the Sweet Bay remodel involves 48,000 square feet of grocery space.
Emerson International Reports Two New Office Lease Agreements at Major Plaza in Southwest Orlando
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. --- Emerson International reports it has closed on two new long term lease agreements at Major Plaza I, located on Kirkman Rd. in Southwest Orlando.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said Commercial Portfolio Director Kenneth Koch negotiated both lease agreements.
Meyers & Eichelberger, P.L. leased 1,861 square feet.
Abreau Tour, Inc. leased 1,508 square feet.
About Emerson International
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said Commercial Portfolio Director Kenneth Koch negotiated both lease agreements.
Meyers & Eichelberger, P.L. leased 1,861 square feet.
Abreau Tour, Inc. leased 1,508 square feet.
About Emerson International
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Awarded Contracts to Design New Winn Dixie in Islamorada in the Keys
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects LLC, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, was recently awarded a contract to design a new Winn-Dixie supermarket in Islamorada in the Florida Keys.
The supermarket will be located at 81001 Overseas Highway on Upper Matecumbe Key.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson said the design project will result in 22,000 square feet of supermarket space.
The supermarket will be located at 81001 Overseas Highway on Upper Matecumbe Key.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson said the design project will result in 22,000 square feet of supermarket space.
Hendricks & Partners Negotiates sale of 68-unit Windward Apartment Property in East Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Hendricks & Partners, the nation’s largest multi-family property advisory group, recently negotiated the sale of the 68-unit Windward Apartments property at 1744 Bowen Drive in East Orlando for $1,600,000.
Cole Whitaker, Southeast partner for the firm and Hal Warren, associate partner, negotiated the sale representing the seller. Nashville based Robbins Property Group acquired the property which was constructed in 1972.
Cole Whitaker, Southeast partner for the firm and Hal Warren, associate partner, negotiated the sale representing the seller. Nashville based Robbins Property Group acquired the property which was constructed in 1972.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Lennar Starts Construction of New Seven Bedroom Model Home at Ayersworth near Riverview
TAMPA, Fla. --- Lennar has started construction of a seven bedroom home with a bonus room at Ayersworth, located off U.S. 301 south of Big Bend Road near Riverview in Hillsborough County.
Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said the 4,054 square foot Himalayan also includes a gameroom, loft, four bathrooms and a three-car garage.
Altogether, Lennar plans to build 121 new single-family homes at Ayersworth priced from the mid-$100s on 60 and 70 foot home sites.
Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said the 4,054 square foot Himalayan also includes a gameroom, loft, four bathrooms and a three-car garage.
Altogether, Lennar plans to build 121 new single-family homes at Ayersworth priced from the mid-$100s on 60 and 70 foot home sites.
Cuhaci & Peterson Architects recently completed Two New Restaurants at Miami International Airport
ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects LLC, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, recently completed two new restaurants at Miami International Airport.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, said both restaurants – Bacardi and Counter – are 1,800 square feet each. The developer is HMS Host.
Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, said both restaurants – Bacardi and Counter – are 1,800 square feet each. The developer is HMS Host.
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