FILOMENA THOMPSON EARNS PRESTIGIOUS DESIGNATION TO HELP
HOMEOWNERS IN DANGER OF FORECLOSURE
Filomena Thompson of RE/MAX Results, Frederick, MD, has earned
the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)
designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure
avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer
at a time when the area is ravaged by “distressed” homes in the
foreclosure process.
Short sales allow the cash-strapped seller to repay the mortgage
at the price that the home sells for, even though it is lower
than what is owed on the property. With plummeting property
values, this can save many people from foreclosure and even
bankruptcy. More and more lenders are willing to consider short
sales because they are much less costly than foreclosures.
In the Frederick area, many homes are in danger of foreclosing.
It is happening in all price ranges. Local experts say that even
high-priced homes are not immune.
“This CDPE designation has been invaluable as I work with
sellers and lenders on complicated short sales,” said Thompson.
“It is so rewarding to be able to help sellers save their homes
from foreclosure.”
Alex Charfen,
founder of the Distressed Property Institute in Boca Raton,
Fla., said that Realtors® such as Filomena Thompson with the
CDPE designation have valuable training in short sales that can
offer the homeowner much better alternatives to foreclosure,
which virtually destroys the credit rating.
These experts also may better understand market conditions and
can help sellers through the emotional experience, he said.
The Distressed
Property Institute opened in January 2008 and provides training
on-site and online. The CDPE is the premier designation for
Realtors helping homeowners in distress and handling short
sales.
“Our goal is to
educate as many people as possible so we can help as many
homeowners as possible,” Charfen said.
For more information about CDPE designation or to find a
certified distressed Realtor in your area, please call 1-800-482-0335.
Majestic Wood Floors announces
new VP of Operations
Majestic Wood
Floors is happy to announce the newest addition to our team,
Shawn Gorman. Shawn comes to us with 20 years experience in the
flooring industry. He has achieved the degree of Craftsman,
Master Craftsman, and Advanced Master Craftsman with the
National Wood Floor Association (NWFA). He has taught several
classes and served on the technical reference committee with the
NWFA.
Shawn started in
the industry in 1980’s with Walters Floors Inc. He started
working for Universal Floors in late 1990’s and spend 10 years
with them as VP of Operations. He will assume the same roll with
Majestic Wood Floors as VP of Operations. Shawn will bring
constant supervision to all job sites and crews for Majestic
Wood Floors to enhance quality control. Please help us to
welcome Shawn Gorman.... Contact: Liz Fritter, Majestic Wood
Floors, 301-694-9992 x 204
Expert: Going green more than just minor home enhancement
Originally published January 24, 2009
M.V. Pelletier, Inc. Earns Certified Graduate Remodelor™ (CGR)
Designation
Mark Pelletier Awarded
Certified
Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) Designation
Remodelers look to mold new image
Originally published
January 25, 2008, Frederick News-Post
Remodelers told applying for awards worth price
Originally published
January 22, 2008, Frederick News-Post
NARI Mid-Maryland gets new name
FOR THE FREDERICK NEWS-POST
NARI
Mid-Maryland recently introduced an enhanced name for the
chapter to help consumers understand better who is represented
and the purpose of the organization.
The Maryland Remodelers Association, NARI Mid-Maryland, as
the chapter is now known, announced its 2008 board of directors
at the holiday reception at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and
Brewery in Frederick. The chapter raised more than $600 through
a silent auction and the generosity of members for Toys for
Tots, as well as many gifts specifically targeted for teenage
girls, as they are often a forgotten segment of needy kids in
the area. All donations will be distributed to local families
through the Toys for Tots organization.
More than 40 members helped celebrate the holidays and
welcomed its new officers: President Steve Klitsch, Creative
Concepts Remodeling Inc.; First Vice President Christine
Costolo, KC Company Inc./Pella Windows; Second Vice President
Mark Pelletier, M.V. Pelletier Custom Building and Remodeling;
Treasurer Steve Fennington, Sandy Springs Bank; and Secretary
Barry Stohlman, Stohlman Tanzi Woodworks Inc.
“It has been an honor serving as your chapter president for
the past two years,” said Doug Fauth, Carriage Hill Cabinet and
Millwork Co. “Two years ago we had 23 members in the chapter and
we are steadily growing. We now have 57 members and know that
our new board will continue the growth of the chapter. We would
not be where we are today without our current members reaching
out to others in the remodeling industry and to the community to
educate them and help them understand our orgainzations core
purpose and with the assistance of our executive director,
Filomena Thompson with Events Made Simple. All of these efforts
have made it possible for us to reach out to the community and
to others in the remodeling industry on current issues effecting
homeowners and events for our members to help grow their
business.”
The Maryland Remodelers Association, NARI Mid-Maryland
chapter, has made its mission to bring educational events to its
members and educate consumers on the importance of locating
ethical, dependable, and experienced remodelers and contractors.
Visit www.narimid-maryland.org to learn about the chapter
and to learn about upcoming events, homeowner resources, and
much more. For information or questions, contact Filomena
Thompson at Filomena@narimidmaryland.org, or 301-829-9866.
Courtesy photo by R.B.Hill Photography, LLC
- The Maryland Remodelers Association, NARI Mid-Maryland, has
raised more than $600 for Toys for Tots as well as gifts
targeted for teenage girls. Chapter president Steve Klitsch,
Creative Concepts Remodeling, Inc., left, and Past President
Doug Fauth with Carriage Hill Cabinet and Millwork Co.,
represent the chapter at its recent holiday reception in
Frederick.
Building a little bit more on the green side
Originally published
November 16, 2007, By
Jon Stewart News-Post Staff
TALON
CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Ranks No.
1004 on the 2007 Inc. 5,000
With
Three-Year Sales Growth of 352.3%
NARI
to Offer Certified Lead Carpenter Exam in Spanish
Warm
Weather Brings Con Artists
NARI
Reminds Homeowners to Beware of Home Improvement Scams
CotY
Awards and 2007 Achievement Awards
Congratulations Dorman
Builders, Inc.
CotY 2007 Award Winner
Residential Bath
$30,000 to $60,000
K.C. Company
- The Clear Choice for Pella Windows and Doors
www.kc-pella.com
Congratulations to
Christine Costolo for
winning the prestigious NARI 2006 Image Award.
This award is given to the NARI
member who best promotes the NARI Chapter. The award was given
“In appreciation of her outstanding dedication and commitment in
promoting the chapter with consistent and special effort”.
Only one of these awards is
given per chapter. Christine was recognized at the formal NARI
Awards Banquet on December 2nd.
Christine was nominated by two
different contractors. Her nomination was the result of her
tireless efforts on the Marketing Committee and her involvement
on the Executive Board of the NARI Mid-MD Chapter.
Remodeling makes more sense in face of high home prices
he Business Journal of Jacksonville - October
27, 2006 by
Laura Jane Pittman Correspondent
Remodeling makes more sense in face of high home prices - The
...
Houseworks
Unlimited Honored With Big50 Award - [Mount Airy, MD] –
[June 16, 2006] –
http://www.remodeling.hw.net/industry-news.asp?sectionID=241&articleID=299263
Houseworks Unlimited, Inc. has been selected by
Remodeling magazine
as a winner of the 2006 Big50 Award in the Industry Impact
category. The Big50 awards were presented at a gala dinner at
the Remodeling Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. on May
19, 2006. Winning companies are featured in the May issue of
Remodeling
magazine.
Each year,
Remodeling magazine
inducts 50 companies who have set the standard for
professionalism and integrity through exemplary business
practices, smart marketing, unique design, and extraordinary
impact in their community or the industry at large. Big50
remodelers run successful, often growing, companies of various
sizes that have taken the lead in raising industry standards.
“We are very honored to receive this
distinction,” says Craig Knott, CR- President of Houseworks
Unlimited, Inc. “The award recognizes excellence and
leadership, and we are privileged to be named to this select
group of remodelers.”
Remodeling editors, columnists, industry leaders, and
peers themselves make the nominations each year. Following a
lengthy evaluation process — which includes interviewing people
at the nominated companies, and often interviewing their
competitors, suppliers, and subcontractors —
Remodeling’s
editors select the 50 remodelers who exemplify the very best of
the industry that year, and who have something to offer other
remodelers in proven practices. Winners are selected in these
categories: business savvy, fine design, industry impact, market
wise, movers & shakers, niches, sales & marketing, and
teamwork.
“Big50 remodelers are among the best in
the business,” says Sal Alfano, Editorial Director,
Remodeling magazine. “This conference brings them together
for intensive training on how to be a leader in their business,
and in their communities.”
Remodeling magazine, published by Hanley Wood, LLC, is
the leading publication in the home improvement industry.
Designed to address the specific concerns of residential
remodeling pros, the magazine is both a business tool and an
industry leader for a market that is projected to top $290
billion in 2006.
Houseworks Unlimited, Inc. is an award
winning full service remodeling company specializing in home
additions and renovations, serving Montgomery, Howard, Frederick
and Carroll counties. Since 1990 our creative design-build
solutions have assured that our customers receive the best value
for their investment. Our staff is committed to professionally
managed projects and long term satisfaction.
Houseworks Unlimited, Inc.
won the 2006 Chrysalis Award for best kitchen remodel
between $40-75K. There were entries in four regions covering
50 states. The Northeast Region had 26 winners out of the
142 that entered this year.
“This was the first year
they entered the awards, and to take home top honors on the
first attempt in impressive” says Ken
Kaline, Director of the Awards. Awards
will be presented at the Southern Building Show (www.southernbuildingshow.com)
this June in Atlanta, GA. Current and past winners can be
viewed at
www.chrysalisawards.com. Congratulations to Craig Knott,
CR, President, Houseworks Unlimited, Inc.
http://www.chrysalisawards.com/company_award_query.aspx?CompanyID=432
Creative Concepts
Remodeling, Inc. -- Steve Klitsch, owner of Creative Concepts
Remodeling, Inc. of Germantown, was certified an
Aging-in-Place specialist, a designation created by the
Remodelers Council of the National Association of Home
Builders.
Press Release
NARI Mid-Maryland Chapter Announces its newly appointed
Executive Director
About NARI
The
National Association of the Remodeling Industry unites those
who work in and with the remodeling industry and as
professionals, networking together, we are able to create an
exceptional experience for the remodeling consumer. The
Mid-Maryland chapter of NARI is a not-for-profit trade
association committed exclusively to enhancing the
professionalism of the remodeling industry and providing ethical
and quality service to the region's homeowners. Our members
include; general remodeling contractors, design-build firms,
architects, designers, subcontractors, product manufacturers,
distributors, wholesalers, suppliers and those who provide
support services to the industry. All NARI members’ business
practices have been reviewed prior to membership and they are
pledged to uphold the
Association's Code of Ethics.
