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SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN.- Crye-Leike, REALTORS announces the 10th Anniversary and Grand Opening Celebration of it's newly expanded Signal Mountain Residential Sales Office. The company invites the public to take part in the event and ribbon cutting on Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 11:00am - 1:00pm. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 11:30 am.   For Crye-leike's Signal Mountain Managing Broker Dot Heggie, it's a significant milestone in the company's history of serving the Signal Mountain community and surrounding Greater Chattanooga Region.   "Signal Mountain is a great community in which to live and work," said Dot Heggie. "As we reflect on our ten years here we're most appreciative of our buyers and sellers who have demonstrated their faith in our ability to assist them with our full service company in either selling or buying their homes. Our agents are seasoned, experienced professionals who constantly strive to provide top-notch professional service to our clients."   At the existing sales office location in Signal Plaza at 1210 Taft Highway, the company has expanded and renovated an additional 1,800 sq ft of adjoining space in the retail center. The expansion has allowed for the build-out of a large conference room, a client consultation room, computer lab and additional private agent offices.   "I congratulate Dot Heggie and her amazing sales team and staff for their dedication to clients on Signal Mountain and across the region," said Harold Crye, CEO and Cofounder of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "When we brought Crye-Leike to Chattanooga ten years ago, we believed we'd connect with buyers and sellers who were looking for a company that focused on the client, and this expansion is clearly proof we seem to be giving folks what they want."   Based on statistics from the Chattanooga Association of Realtors, Crye-Leike's Signal Mountain branch has been the top producing real estate sales office on the mountain for the past ten years. The company meanwhile looks to 2008 as the year it becomes the #1 real estate company for the entire region in both sales volume and homes sold.   "It should really come as no surprise that Crye-Leike remains on the move and growing in markets where homes sales remain strong," said Rob Hatchett, Crye-Leike Regional Vice President. "The Signal Mountain sales associates have consistently been top producers for the company and we see 2008 as another great year of success for Crye-Leike."   Managing Broker Dot Heggie currently has 20 licensed Realtors based out of the Signal Mountain location. With the expansion and additional space she now has the capacity to grow her sales team to as many as 34 associates. She's eager to hear from licensed agents and those considering a career in real estate.   "The expansion and refurbishment of our office demonstrates the optimism of Crye-Leike," said Dot. "The future of real estate here looks very bright and we'll continue to provide superior service to present and future clients."   Since 1980 Dot Heggie has been a licensed Realtor assisting buyers and sellers in and around Hamilton, Marion and Sequatchie counties. She is Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI), member of the Chattanooga Association of Realtors (CAR), Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals or if you're considering a career in real estate please contact Dot Heggie and the Signal Mountain Sales Team at 423-886-2880 and you can visit them on the web at www.crye-leike.com to search properties and find an agent.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in Memphis in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of over 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

ROSWELL, GA., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the official opening of its new Roswell/Crabapple branch office in Roswell, Georgia. The sales center represents the newest addition to the company's Greater Atlanta Region of offices, located at 282 Rucker Road in Roswell.   This newest Crye-Leike branch office is under the leadership of Managing Broker Lauren Holmes. She has been leading a sales team in Alpharetta for the company since 2006 and has re-located with 16 agents and staff from leased offices on Jones Bridge Road in Alpharetta to the new permanent location on Rucker Road in Roswell.   "I'm thrilled to be in the new space along with 16 amazing Realtors with a capacity to nearly triple our sales force in this new location," said Lauren. "We are fully up and running and staffed with experienced agents ready to serve the people of Roswell, Alpharetta and Milton."   At the new location Lauren and her Realtor sales team work with buyers and sellers in and around the North Metro Atlanta region. They specialize in all types of residential real estate sales with a focus on single-family homes, condominiums, land, commercial sales and leasing for both residential and commercial properties.   "We are ideally located in Roswell near Alpharetta and Milton? neighborhoods with excellent schools and family oriented communities where home prices have stabilized and show a trend of appreciation," said Holmes. "This area offers something for everyone from a rich Civil War history in Roswell to equestrian, large estates and horse farms in Milton to thriving commercial and vibrant business centers in Alpharetta."   Since 1987 Managing Broker Lauren Holmes has been a licensed Realtor in the Greater Atlanta region. She is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Internet Professional Realtor e-PRO, Phoenix Award recipient, member of the Atlanta Board of Realtors (ABR), Life Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Club with the Atlanta Board and Crye-Leike, REALTORS and an active volunteer with the City of Milton. A formal grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Roswell/Crabapple office will be scheduled soon, planned and coordinated with the North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.   "We invite folks to stop by or call with any real estate questions or needs and I welcome all real estate professionals or anyone looking for a career in real estate to contact me personally by phone or email," said Lauren. "We offer an office environment and culture that's exciting and positive and where there's always a can-do attitude."   To discuss career opportunities and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact the Crye-Leike Roswell/Crabapple branch office in Roswell by phone at 678-240-2201. To reach Managing Broker Lauren Holmes directly call 770-365-5800, email Lauren.holmes@crye-leike.com and on the web at http://lauren.cye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.  

Crye-Leike, REALTOR'S New Homes Division in Chattanooga is proud to announce the beginning of the new Providence development located on Roy Lane. The development will feature 262 homes spread out over more than 80 acres.   "With eleven homes currently under construction, the homes will feature high end finishes including granite countertops, stone, brick and hardwood," said Susan Fessler, Managing Broker of Crye-Leike's Chattanooga New Homes Division office. "Buyers will receive a great deal when purchasing a home in this development because the homes are being designed at a $600,000 value with the actual prices being around $300,000."   Since people are really looking for ways to save money when purchasing a home in today's housing market, buying a house with less square footage is a growing trend.   "Providence homes will have as many rooms as most larger homes have, but these homes are being built with smaller rooms and will feature smaller yards because the neighborhood will have a clubhouse pool and pavilion," said Fessler.   Since the spring of 2007 the New Homes Division sales team has been assisting buyers and sellers in and around Hamilton, Bradley, Catoosa and Walker counties from its Ooltewah office location at 8121 Ooltewah-Georgetown Road and on-site in new construction model homes.   Under Fessler's leadership as Managing Broker, the New Homes Division specializes in residential real estate sales, focusing on new home construction, first-time homebuyers, land development, relocation, golf course communities, lakefront properties and income properties.   Fessler is a licensed Broker in Tennessee and Georgia. She left Prudential Realty Center of Chattanooga as the Number One Team of the Year in 2006, bringing to Crye-Leike ten years of service and sales experience to lead the Ooltewah New Home Division that currently has 32 agents. She is an active member of the Chattanooga Association of Realtors (CAR), the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact New Homes Division Managing Broker Susan Fessler by phone at 423-238-9090 or email her at susan.fessler@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.  

NASHVILLE, TN.- Crye-Leike, REALTORS welcomed Nashville Mayor Karl Dean to the formal Grand Opening Celebration of its new Midtown branch office in Nashville. Mayor Dean addressed those in attendance and helped Crye-Leike's Cofounders Harold Crye and Dick Leike cut the ceremonial red ribbon from the 2nd floor balcony under the vertical Crye-Leike, REALTORS sign which overlooks Broadway and 19th street.   Company leaders were thrilled to have Nashville Mayor Karl Dean in attendance to help Crye-Leike celebrate its continued investment and growth in the Nashville real estate market. The event, open to the public, was held at its newly renovated sales office at 1819 Broadway in Nashville on Thursday, August 21, 2008 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.   The general public, business & community leaders, fellow Realtors, clients and local business owners dropped in for the Grand Opening Event. A delicious assortment of foods, treats and refreshments were served. In step with its location just steps from Music Row, the violin & guitar based trio Gypsy Hombres entertained the crowd with their unique blend of jazz and classical music throughout the late afternoon and evening celebration.   Plans for the new Nashville Midtown branch office began when the company purchased the two-story building in October 2007. Crossroads Architecture was hired to transform both the interior and exterior space into a striking, functional and client friendly Real Estate sales office. The crown jewel of the project is a striking exterior sign that projects the familiar bright red Crye-Leike, REALTORS logo vertically above the intersection of Broadway & 19th Avenue in the center of a bustling Nashville Midtown.   "After months of hard work and patience by our Realtor sales team and the public we couldn't be more pleased with the finished space," said Harold Crye, Founder and CEO of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "We hope the community is as excited as we are to be in the neighborhood and supporting the demands of buyers and sellers for residential real estate in and around Downtown Nashville."   Located at the corner of Broadway and 19th Avenue, the commercial space is in the shadow of the new Adelicia condominium development, walking distance to Noshville Deli, Midtown Cafe and other nearby eateries and stores and one block off Music Row. The office will be home to Crye-Leike's first residential sales office in Nashville's core urban business district in the company's 31-year history.   In addition to the new soaring signage, Crye-Leike, REALTORS gave the outside of 1960's era building a fresh coat of paint. And in keeping with the Crye-Leike color scheme, bright red window awnings further accent and add a sparkling "finishing touch" to the company's Midtown look.   "It's a dynamic location with a great vibe, in a hip part of town, easy to get to and highly visible," said Cindy Stanton Fey, Midtown Branch Managing Broker. "We're thrilled to be part of the neighborhood and inside and out we've tried to create a warm and fun atmosphere."   With nearly a decade of proven sales and leadership experience, Cindy understands the market and has a vision for Crye-Leike in Nashville's core business district.   "Crye-Leike, Realtors has proven its capability and success in the market for more than 31 years as a sales leaders with world class customer service," said Cindy. "It is our goal to bring our experience and capabilities to Midtown, serving clients and as an involved business partner with the City of Nashville and local business community."   Highlights from Cindy's sales and leadership include:   ? 10 years sales experience/ 8 yrs management experience w/ Crye-Leike ? Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) ? Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) ? Member Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers (CRB) ? Past Chairman, Young Realtors, with Greater Nashville Assoc. of Realtors ? Vice President, Crye-Leike, Realtors   At its Midtown office, Cindy anticipates building a sales force with as many as 40 associates to serve clients in the Midtown, Downtown, Gulch communities and beyond to: Music Row, 12-South, Belmont-Waverly, Germantown, and the greater Nashville area.   For further details on career opportunities and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Managing Broker Cindy Stanton Fey by phone at 615-373-3456, email cindyfey@crye-leike.com and on the web at www.cindystantonfey.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.  

CHATTANOOGA, TN, - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is pleased to announce a new partnership between the Crye-Leike Hixson Team "Power of Two" and "Award Winning" Atlanta based builder John Willis Homes in the continued development and sale of homes at The Village at Greenway on Mountain Creek Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee.   Crye-Leike Affiliate Brokers Kathy Mittlestadt and Lolie Ward are the "Power of Two" Team who believe this community is in the right location and offers the right style, size and fit that many homebuyers today are looking for.   "This is an absolute golden opportunity for home buyers who are looking for elegance and low maintenance in a single level condominium and community lifestyle," said Crye-Leike's Kathy Mittelstadt. "This is truly convenience and ease-of-living with all the amenities from a large eat-in kitchen to an open floor plan for easy entertaining."   The Village of Greenway was previously being developed and sold by a builder who left the project in the fall of 2007. Under new management and with the committed team of Crye-Leike and John Willis Homes, Crye-Leike's Lolie Ward believes the partnership is a win-win for those already living in the community and anyone who buys a home there today.   "We are thrilled to be joining John Willis Homes in bringing this community back to life because we believe this is a home, community and location that offers a great value and investment opportunity in the market right now," said Ward. "Our companies are committed to offering an amazing home at a very competitive price and standing behind that."   The homes starting at $239,900 offer: French Doors, arched windows, living room/dining room, sunroom, den/office, 9 foot ceilings, gas fireplace, pantry, custom cabinets, separate laundry with sink and an attached two-car garage with storage.   "We'll be offering special buyer incentives during our Grand Opening weekend so we're making it well worth it for prospective home shoppers to come visit and get a feel for our easy living community," said Mittelstadt. "In addition, everyone who comes out to visit us the weekend of September 20th & 21st will be able to tour our model home and register for door prizes, and on Sunday the 21st there will be a complimentary barbeque from 1:00pm - 2:00pm."   The Village at Greenway offers a wonderful Club House with a fitness room and outside pool. The community is convenient to great shopping & dining, churches of many faiths, Erlanger North hospital and Downtown Chattanooga is just 10 minutes away.   Affiliate Brokers Kathy Mittelstadt and Lolie Ward, take out: Power of Two Team, are licensed Realtors in Tennessee with a combined 11 years of real estate sales experience. They assist buyers and sellers in and around Hamilton County. They specialize in many types of residential real estate sales including: new home construction, condominiums & town homes, investment properties, first-time homebuyers, relocation and farm & land.   "Our "Power of Two" Team believes that our excellent marketing plan and attention to detail succeed every time," said Ward. "We are caring real estate professionals who people in the Chattanooga area can count on for real estate success. From our extensive industry expertises to our genuine care and compassion Kathy and I have a knack for making people feel comfortable right away."   Mittelstadt and Ward are members of the Chattanooga Association of Realtors (CAR), Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and National Association of Realtors (NAR). Both have been recognized as Multi-Million Dollars Sales Producers with Crye-Leike.   "Buying or selling a home can be complex without the right professionals in your corner and Kathy and I are those professionals," said Lolie. "The "Power of Two" Team look forward to sharing with prospective buyers the wonderful amenities at the Village at Greenway and the privilege of working with the award winning team of John Willis Homes."   Affiliate Brokers Kathy Mittelstadt and Lolie Ward are based out of the Crye-Leike Hixson branch office located at 5870 Highway 153 in Hixson. For all your real estate needs and personal referrals contact the Crye-Leike "Power of Two" Team by calling 423-305-0034.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

LITTLE ROCK, AR., Crye-Leike, REALTORS sales associates in Central Arkansas announce the launch of a new website to feature foreclosure properties and much more. Their website www.ArkansasFireSale.com offers buyers and investors a no registration, no fee website to find foreclosure, short sale, and the best priced homes in Little Rock and the surrounding areas.   "Since more than 80 percent of buyers now look at real estate on the internet before they ever call an agent or set foot in an open house, we hope our new website will help them find the best deals available at a quicker rate and with greater accuracy, said Realtor Ruth Adney."   The two Arkansas Realtors responsible for creating and maintaining the website, Ruth Adney and Sarah Metzger, hope visitors to the site will see how interactive and simple the website is to use. The site allows visitors to search by different criteria and browse four main categories which include; bank-owned, short sale, smokin' deals and corporate owned homes. Maps, mortgage calculators, and the ability to bookmark a property to come back to it later are all features present on the website. The information is linked directly to the Multiple Listing Service so the properties you see are priced and listed correctly with the most up-to-date information. Realtors Ruth and Sarah search the inventory everyday to hand pick the best deals to feature on the website.   "Customers have heard about the prevailing ?Buyer's Market' and most of them are looking for the best deal, which means the most house for the least amount of money," said Realtor Sarah Metzger. "ArkansasFireSale.com helps them find those properties in a way they can't on other popular sites such as Realtor.com. Our website gives buyers the ability to search for the best real estate deals in Central Arkansas in one easy-to-use place without all the extra pop-ups and advertisements to distract them."   Ruth Adney is a licensed Realtor in Crye-Leike's Hinson Road branch office located at 11719 Hinson Road in Little Rock, Arkansas. She assists buyers and sellers in and around Pulaski, Lonoke, and Saline counties specializing in all types of residential real estate and green building. Ruth is a Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) and a certified EcoBroker. She is also a volunteer on the Green Building Committee of the Home Builder's Association of Greater Little Rock.   Sarah Metzger is a licensed Realtor in Crye-Leike's Cabot branch office located at 2080 West Main Street in Cabot, Arkansas. She assists buyers and sellers in and around Pulaski, Lonoke, and Saline counties specializing in all types of residential real estate and green building. Metzger is a member of the North Pulaski Board of Realtors (NPBR), the Little Rock Realtors Association (LRRA), and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). She volunteers on the Green Building Committee of the Home Builder's Association of Greater Little Rock.   For questions about the website www.ArkansasFireSale.com, email info@arkansasfiresale.com. For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Realtor Ruth Adney by phone at (501) 658-3796 and Realtor Sarah Metzger by phone at (501) 590-1713.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.    

NASHVILLE, TN.- Crye-Leike, REALTORS is announcing the formal Grand Opening Celebration for its new Midtown branch office in Nashville. The event, open to the public, will be held at its newly renovated sales office at 1819 Broadway in Nashville on Thursday, August 21, 2008 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.   The company purchased the two-story building in October 2007. Crossroads Architecture was hired to transform both the interior and exterior space into a striking, functional and client friendly Real Estate sales office. The crown jewel of the project is a striking exterior sign that projects the familiar bright red Crye-Leike, REALTORS logo vertically above the intersection of Broadway & 19th Avenue in the center of a bustling Nashville Midtown.   "After months of hard work and patience by our Realtor sales team and the public we couldn't be more pleased with the finished space," said Harold Crye, Founder and CEO of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "We hope the community is as excited as we are to be in the neighborhood and supporting the demands of buyers and sellers for residential real estate in and around Downtown Nashville."   The general public, business & community leaders, fellow Realtors, clients and local business owners are encouraged to drop in for the Grand Opening Event. A delicious assortment of foods, treats and refreshments will be provided. In step with its location just steps from Music Row, the violin & guitar based trio Gypsy Hombres will be joining in with their unique blend of jazz and classical music throughout the late afternoon and evening celebration.   Located at the corner of Broadway and 19th Avenue, the commercial space is in the shadow of the new Adelicia condominium development, walking distance to Noshville Deli, Midtown Cafe and other nearby eateries and stores and one block off Music Row. The office will be home to Crye-Leike's first residential sales office in Nashville's core urban business district in the company's 31-year history.   In addition to the new soaring signage, Crye-Leike, REALTORS gave the outside of 1960's era building a fresh coat of paint. And in keeping with the Crye-Leike color scheme, bright red window awnings further accent and add a sparkling "finishing touch" to the company's Midtown look.   "It's a dynamic location with a great vibe, in a hip part of town, easy to get to and highly visible," said Cindy Stanton Fey, Midtown Branch Managing Broker. "We've thrilled to be part of the neighborhood and inside and out we've tried to create a warm and fun atmosphere."   With nearly a decade of proven sales and leadership experience, Cindy understands the market and has a vision for Crye-Leike in Nashville's core business district.   "Crye-Leike, Realtors has proven its capability and success in the market for more than 31 years as a sales leaders with world class customer service," said Cindy. "It is our goal to bring our experience and capabilities to Midtown, serving clients and as an involved business partner with the City of Nashville and local business community."   Highlights from Cindy's sales and leadership include:   ? 10 years sales experience/ 8 yrs management experience w/ Crye-Leike ? Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) ? Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) ? Member Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers (CRB) ? Past Chairman, Young Realtors, with Greater Nashville Assoc. of Realtors ? Vice President, Crye-Leike, Realtors   At its Midtown office, Cindy anticipates building a sales force with as many as 40 associates to serve clients in the Midtown, Downtown, Gulch communities and beyond to: Music Row, 12-South, Belmont-Waverly, Germantown, and the greater Nashville area.   For further details on the Grand Opening Celebration, career opportunities and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Managing Broker Cindy Stanton Fey by phone at 615-373-3456, email cindyfey@crye-leike.com and on the web at www.cindystantonfey.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

BRENTWOOD, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce that the company's Brentwood West branch office will sponsor its fifth annual blood drive on July 24th, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. Agents are encouraging the community to donate blood and help them reach their goal of donating at least 60 pints of blood to the American Red Cross.   "Locally, 800 pints of blood are needed each day in the Greater Nashville area," said Jim Heidenway. "Each pint can save as many as three lives."   During the summer months, the need for blood in local hospitals increases due to travel related injuries, outdoor accidents and scheduled surgeries. At the same time, donations often decrease because regular donors are busy with travel and vacation plans.   "Sixty percent of the population is eligible to give blood, but only 5% do," said Heidenway. "We are encouraging the community to participate by calling to schedule an appointment to donate. All donors will be entered into a drawing for dinner for two at Logan's Roadhouse. They will also have the satisfaction of knowing they are saving a life."   The office will have a blood mobile at the Crye-Leike, Realtor Plaza located at 5111 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37207 from 10am-4pm on July 24th.   Heidenway is a licensed agent working with buyers and sellers in and around Davidson and Williamson counties. He is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), a Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI), a Certified Builder Specialist (CBS) and a Lifetime Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Club. Heidenway is a member of the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   To schedule an appointment time to donate blood, please call 373-2044, or for your real estate needs or personal referrals, contact Jim Heidenway by phone at 615-373-2044 or email him at heidenw@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.  

MEMPHIS, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is extending an invitation to home buyers, first time buyers and prospective sellers to an Informational Workshop at the company's Germantown Poplar branch office. The program will be held Sunday July 20, 2008 at 1pm at the Germantown Poplar Avenue office located at 7700 Poplar Avenue, Germantown, TN.   The seminar will provide free professional advice and information to prospective buyers who are considering a purchase in today's tricky housing market.   "The theme of the seminar is "find your part in the American Dream," said Cheryl N. Cohn, Agent from the Germantown Poplar office. "We want people to come and let us show them why now is the perfect time to buy."   Joining Crye-Leike sales associates at the event will be representatives from the company's "One Source" trusted business partners. Magna Bank's mortgage lending division and Realty Title & Escrow closing services will present information on available services.   "We are very excited and confident that the afternoon will be tremendously useful and informative to any buyer or first-time homebuyer who is unsure about getting into the housing market at this time," said Cohn. "We want to take the mystery out of buying a home and help set aside fears or hesitation about going ahead with a move into a new home."   Guest speakers at the seminar will include Agent Cheryl N. Cohn, Attorney Sean Collins, and Cindy Cooper from Magna Bank. Collins will be speaking on Hud 1, Deed of Trust, and Note. Cooper will discuss THDA loans, down payment assistance programs, and credit repair. Cohn will be speaking on why this is the best time to buy since 2001 and the importance location has on the value of a home.   "People need to remember real estate is local," said Cohn. "You can't look at national statistics and apply them to Shelby County. Just because it seems gloomy in other parts of the country, doesn't mean it's gloomy in Shelby County."   For more information on the July 20th workshop and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Cheryl N. Cohn by phone at 901-604-3557 or you can email her at cheryl.cohn@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.  

COLUMBIA, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is extending an invitation to home buyers, first time buyers and prospective sellers to an Informational Workshop at the company's Columbia branch office. The program will be held Thursday July 24, 2008 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Columbia branch office located at 1118 Nashville Highway.   The seminar will provide free professional advice and information to prospective buyers and sellers who are considering a purchase or sale in today's tricky housing market.   "We are very excited and confident that the evening will be tremendously useful and informative to any buyer, first-time homebuyer and local seller who is unsure about getting into the housing market at this time of uncertainly," said Cathy Goodman, a Sales Associate in the Columbia branch office. "We want to take the mystery out of buying a home and help set aside fears or hesitation about going ahead with a move into a new home."   Joining Crye-Leike sales associate and event coordinator Virgil Haney at the two-hour event will be representatives from the company's "One Source" trusted business partners. Justin Frizzell of Magna Bank's mortgage lending division, Jai Kehew of Realty Title & Escrow closing services, John Richardson of AXA Advisors, LLC and Cliff Peters of Crye-Leike Insurance will present information on available services. After each company's presentation there will be drawings for great prizes.   At the conclusion of the evening program there will be a period for questions and answers and an opportunity for one-on-one consulting. Everyone who attends will receive a free package of information to help them with their own personal buying or selling decision.   "It's extremely important for buyers, once they make the decision to start shopping for the perfect house, to know the proper steps to prepare themselves by getting pre-approved for financing, finding the best mortgage and insurance and so much more," said Goodman. "It's the hope of the Crye-Leike Columbia sales team that based on the turnout and success of this first seminar we will be able to offer more educational evening programs later in year."   For more information on the July 24th workshop and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Columbia Crye-Leike Sales Associate Cathy Goodman by phone at 931-334-3055 or you can email her at cathy.goodman@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

BRENTWOOD, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is focused on making it's web based customer service the best in the industry. To that end, Crye-Leike recently signed a contract with LanTrax, Inc and has launched the company's signature LeadTrax Lead Management Solution product to collect and track their Internet leads.   Crye Leike, REALTORS hosts one of the leading websites in the real estate industry with close to 500,000 properties listed. On average, each month more than 170,000 users visit www.crye-leike.com generating more than nine million page views.   "It's our goal to provide any visitor who is looking at a property directly on www.Crye-Leike.com or through a 3rd party Internet site like www.realtor.com, with the same level of customer service they would experience if they were stepping into one of our retail branch locations," said Gurtej Sodhi, Crye-Leike's CIO & Senior Vice President of Information Technology for Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "LanTrax is the leader in the arena of tracking and managing Internet leads and we have migrated our Internet Customer Care (ICC) division over to this application with the intention of improving our ability to handle inquires off our web site and provide customer service more effectively and efficiently."   When consumers search online for real estate and send in questions or request assistance, a company representative may or may not respond. Crye-Leike, REALTORS investment in LeadTrax represents a step forward in both the investment in a team of individuals and a new lead tracking software specifically to manage customer inquiries.   In keeping with Crye-Leike's philosophy and commitment to unparalleled customer service, anyone who inquires about a listed property or with a general question will receive a response back the same day, if not within a few hours.   "With more than 80 percent of home buyers and sellers starting their search on the web, it's important for us as a leader in this industry to invest in technologies that will keep us right where the customer is," said Crye-Leike, REALTORS Cofounder and CEO Harold Crye. "Anyone searching through our powerful Internet site or looking at our listed properties or any listing on the web is a potential customer who deserves our attention as quickly as we can give it to them. It's just one more way we're making the real estate transaction experience easier and more customer focused."   Developed by LanTrax, Inc., a diversified technology organization founded in 1999 and located in Buffalo, N.Y., LeadTrax is a Web-based solution that manages multiple lead sources and streamlines the processes of lead reception, aggregation, qualification, incubation, distribution, tracking, and reporting.   "Crye-Leike, REALTORS is a very successful company looking to improve its Internet lead management process in this transitioning market," said Aaron Taylor, President and CEO of LanTrax. "We are honored to have this industry leader joining the LeadTrax family, and we welcome the opportunity to provide our lead management technology to them."   The LeadTrax system collects Web leads from corporate websites and third-party sites (such as www.Realtor.com) and funnels all the leads into one system for effective management. LeadTrax has the ability to automate aspects of lead management through its customizable business rules, and requires real estate agents to regularly update the leads they are working, ensuring that prospects are receiving superior customer service and regular follow up.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.  

SPRING HILL, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to be joining with Homebrook Builders and Akers Custom Homes of Brentwood to list and sell all new homes and town homes at The Village at King's Creek located in Spring Hill, Tennessee.   The companies are in celebration of the new partnership as the NGA Hooters Pro Golf Tour Classic gets underway at the King's Creek Golf Club, home to an "Arnold Palmer Signature Designed Golf Course."   "This is a very exciting time for the golfing community in Middle Tennessee with the Hooters Pro Golf Tour underway," said Crye-Leike Associates Jerry & Trudy Kehn. "It's great timing for us as we join in the celebration of golfing at King's Creek and get to visit with everyone who's here for the competition and festivities."   Four Crye-Leike Associates from the company's Spring Hill and Franklin-Cool Springs offices have joined together to list and represent HomeBrook Builders and Akers Custom Homes, the two prominent builders involved in the development of The Village at King's Creek.   Realtors Jerry and Trudy Kehn, know as The Kehn Team, are based out of the company's Franklin-Cool Springs office located at 206A Cool Springs Blvd. Jerry and Trudy, a husband and wife team, are top producers having generated $4-million in sales in 2007 and ranked among the top 100 agents in the Nashville region.   Agents Brent Battershell & Ron Keiser, better known as "The R & B Team," are based out of the Spring Hill office located at 5407 Main St. Brent holds a degree in Architecture, has nearly two decades of experience in construction and 12 years in real estate. He's sold over 500 new homes. Ron offers a Professional Real Estate Marketing Guarantee, is a member of the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR), has 15 years experience in construction and since 2003 has been a licensed agent with Crye-Leike.   Ron & Brent are active in the Southern Middle Tennessee Association of Realtors (SMTAR). Brent serves on the Legislative Committee and Ron serves on the Membership Committee. Each has also earned their Multi-Million Dollar Club award in closed sales with Crye-Leike.   "We are excited with our partnership with The Village at King's Creek, with new ownership, David E. Miller, developer and President, Builders, Doug Majors, Homebrook Builders & Bill Akers, Akers Custom Homes," said Ron & Brent. "We look forward to showing visitors and prospective buyers just what this community has to offer."   Crye-Leike, REALTORS has listed all the new homes and town homes in The Village at King's Creek, with prices starting in the mid $200's on up to the low $400's. King's Creek Golf Club is located at 3901 Kedron Road, Spring Hill, TN 37174. The King's Creek information and sales center is located in a model home located at 4141 River Links Drive. For more information call 615-377-6338 and on the web go to www.KingsCreekTN.com.   The NGA Hooters Professional Golf Tour, formerly the Hooters Jordan Tour, dates back to 1988 with T.C. "Rick" Jordan as its owner and founder. With an anticipated total payout in 2007 of over $3.6 million dollars, the Hooters Tour under its sanctioning body, the National Golf Association, continues to grow and be recognized as one of the top professional tours in the world.   To learn more about available properties at The Village at King's Creek, to schedule an appointment and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Associates Trudy & Jerry Kehn at 615-400-5048 email: tkehn@charter.net, Associate Brent Battershell at 615-293-7327 email: brent@theRnBteam.com and Associate Ron Keiser at 931-698-6347 email: ronald.keiser@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

SMYRNA, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce a Red Carpet Open House happening on June 29, 2008 in the Lake Forest Subdivision of Smyrna, Tennessee. Sales Associate Rebecca Curry is hoping the redesign of the lower level of the home will attract many interested buyers.   "Before the open house, Omah Buchanan of Rosewalt Interiors will be redesigning the main floor of the house including the living room, dining room, and great room," said Rebecca Curry. "This will provide the home owners with a before and after look with some of the owners' current furniture being used as well as some new items being added."   The house is 2,656 square feet and is modestly priced at $224,900. In this slow housing market, the Realtor is going the extra mile to get the home sold for her clients.   "As a Realtor, I am dedicated to meeting your Real Estate needs and doing what it takes to provide excellent customer satisfaction to all my clients," said Curry. "I hope this open house will be a huge success especially after the rooms on the main floor get a fresh look. The designer will also be giving tips to perspective home sellers on how to get their home ready for the market."   Rebecca Curry is a licensed Realtor assisting buyers and sellers in and around Smyrna, Tennessee working from the company's Smyrna branch office located at 599 Sam Ridley Parkway. She is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), and a Crye-Leike Multi-Million Dollar Club member. Curry has 25 years of experience as a service professional.   For more information on the Red Carpet Open House and for all your real estate needs please call Rebecca Curry at 615-305-4609 or you can email her at curryr@crye-leike.com. The designer Omah Buchanan of Rosewalt Interiors can be reached for questions at 838-2041.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.      

CABOT, AR., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS invites the public, community leaders and fellow Realtors to join in the formal ribbon cutting ceremony for the company's newest branch office location in Central Arkansas. Crye-Leike and the Cabot Chamber of Commerce are presenting the official grand opening event.   "We would like to invite our neighbors and fellow Realtors to come by and visit this beautiful new retail center at the front-door of the city," said Cabot Managing Broker Melanie Ferrantelle. "Our new branch office is state of the art with the technology, convenience and the warm inviting atmosphere our customers have come to expect and a place where we can get the job done."   Crye-Leike's newest sales office is in the community of Cabot and located at 2080 West Main Street, Suite 6 in Cabot. It replaces the company's original branch in the community, which opened on Westport Drive in 2005.   "Crye-Leike believes in this growing area of homes and businesses," said Ferrantelle. "Many people who work in the Greater Little Rock Region are searching to a quiet place to call home and still want an easy commute. Cabot and the surrounding communities have become a choice for many."   As a further convenience to its customers, several of Crye-Leike's trusted One Source business partners are also located in the West Main Street retail center. Magna Bank, Crye-Leike Insurance and Realty Title & Escrow services will be available in adjacent offices to the real estate sales center to provide mortgage, insurance and document closing services to all customers.   Managing Broker Melanie Ferrantelle is currently leading a team of 31 licensed real estate sales associates at the new location. With the larger retail center she can easily accommodate double that number of Realtors. The current Crye-Leike team in Cabot assists buyers and sellers in and around Lonoke, White, Pulaski, Prairie and Faulkner counties.   Ferrantelle is a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and brings more than 15 years of experience to the office and community.   To learn more about career opportunities with Crye-Leike and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Melanie Ferrantelle at the new Cabot Arkansas branch office by phone at 501-628-0090 or you can email her at melanie.ferrantelle@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

BRENTWOOD TN., - Over the years, Crye-Leike, REALTORS associates have been there when the biggest names in the music industry settle down to buy a home in and around Nashville, Tennessee. When Canadian County act Emerson Drive broke into the Nashville music scene they turned to the Barbara & Brenda Decker Team to help them buy homes in Music City.   "Each member had a different wish list in finding their Nashville home, making each musician's search and home purchase unique to them", said Crye-Leike's Brenda Decker." They have all been a pure joy and delight to work with. I am one of their biggest fans!"   Very few Realtors get the opportunity to work with the biggest names in Country Music. The Decker's are clearly the exception. Starting in 2006 they have single handedly assisted each member of Emerson Drive search out and purchase the Nashville home of their dreams.   "I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to get to know these young men and their families personally," said Brenda. "At the end of the day they're just like you and me. They work hard and after a long day of rehearsal or a long tour schedule, they want to enjoy the comforts of a home that's all theirs."   Emerson Drive, is a Canadian country music band which started out in Grande Prairie, Alberta in 1995 as 12 Gauge. The band is composed of Brad Mates (lead vocals), David Pichette (fiddle), Danick Dupelle (lead guitar), Mike Melancon (drums), and Dale Wallace (keyboards).   "I had the honor of working with David and Mike as I began my real estate career with my mother-in-law Brenda in 2008," said Crye-Leike's Barbara Decker. "I look forward to becoming better acquainted with Brad, Dale and Danick."   Formed in 1995 under the original name of 12 Gauge, the band charted two minor singles on the Canadian charts and a music video on CMT. By 2003, they had been re-named Emerson Drive, and moved to Nashville in search of a record deal. Emerson Drive recorded two albums on the DreamWorks Records Label, and charted several hits on both the U.S. and Canadian country music charts.   In 2005, Emerson Drive signed to Midas Records Nashville, where they resumed their streak of hit singles, including their first Number One single with the song "Moments".   "My daughter in law and I are huge fans and congratulate the guys on their most recent #1 hit, Moments, which was nominated for an ACM Song Of The Year award and the band for Top Vocal Group of the year," said Brenda. "It's been exciting to follow their careers and we're grateful to have had the opportunity to share in their tremendous success."   The Decker Team is based out of Crye-Leike's Brentwood West branch office located at 5111 Maryland Way in Brentwood, Tennessee. The team specializes in residential real estate sales with a focus on investment properties, first time homebuyers, relocation, new home construction, condominiums and town homes.   Brenda is a Broker with more than two decades of real estate experience. She is a lifelong resident of Tennessee and has lived in the Middle Tennessee region since 1963. She is also a Graduate REALTOR, Institute (GRI), Lifetime Member of the Crye-Leike Multi Million Dollar Club and a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   Barbara is a licensed Affiliate Broker in Tennessee assisting buyers and sellers in and around Williamson and Davidson counties. She is a member of the Williamson County Association of Realtors (WCAR), the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Brenda Decker at 615-476-5200 or email deckerb@crye-leike.com and Barbara Decker at 615-500-1399 or email barbara.decker@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

ATOKA, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the official opening of its new Millington Tipton branch office. The sale center represents the newest addition to the company's Memphis region of offices, located at 13690 Highway 51 in Atoka Tennessee.   Joining in the kick-off celebration with members of the South Tipton Chamber of Commerce and Crye-Leike, REALTORS associates was cofounder and company President Dick Leike and Crye-Leike Memphis Region Vice President and General Manager Steve Brown.   "Tipton County is booming," declared Crye-Leike's Dick Leike who helped to cut the ribbon. "The future of the I-69 Atoka-Munford area is the reason for a lot of the growth in this region. We've had our eye on this market for several years."   The office, sales associates and administrative staff recently relocated to the Atoka location from Crye-Leike's former Millington branch location along Highway 51 in Millington Tennessee. The new "larger" sales office can accommodate a sales team of as many as 45 agents. Currently, 32 Crye-Leike, REALTORS associates are based out of the new branch.   "We would like to invite our neighbors and fellow Realtors to come by and visit this beautiful new retail center at the front-door of the city," said Leike. "Our new branch office is equipped with the technology, convenience and the warm inviting atmosphere our customers have come to expect and a place where we can get the job done."   Leike added that the company has just recently recruited two multi-million dollar real estate agents to the team in Tipton County to better serve the community.   "Crye-Leike believes in this growing area of homes and businesses," said Managing Broker Nancy Carroll. "Many people who work in the Memphis area are searching to a quiet place to call home and still want an easy commute. Millington and Tipton County have become a choice for many."   Nancy Carroll was the Managing Broker at the former location. She is thrilled to be playing a part in the next phase of growth and business along the northeastern edge of the West Tennessee/Memphis region. Carroll's sales team can assist buyers and sellers in and around Tipton, Shelby, Fayette and Lauderdale counties specializing in residential real estate sales with a focus on land deals and even some commercial transactions.   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact the Millington Tipton branch office and Managing Broker Nancy Carroll at 901-840-1181 or you can email her at ncarroll@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

FAYETTEVILLE, AR., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the merger of the company's Northwest Arkansas operations with Globalink Realtors. The merger is effective June 1, 2008 with Globalink's owner, Managing Broker and 20 sales associates relocating to Crye-Leike's new Fayetteville Arkansas branch office on June 16, 2008. "Crye-Leike warmly welcomes the team at Globalink Realtors to the Crye-Leike family," said Kendall Birdsong, Administrative Manager of Northwest Arkansas operation for Crye-Leike. "Globalink is a top notch real estate firm that has had a history and reputation of great service throughout the region."   Globalink launched its operations in 2001 and has been one of the top 15 producing real estate firms in the market since opening.   "Having the fine people of Globalink join Crye-Leike is a tremendous opportunity for both companies in this tricky housing market," said Birdsong. "Their agents have been solid producers and the Globalink production per agent is higher than most companies. In 2006, the average agent production was two million dollars."   Globalink will formally transition its operations and agents June 16, 2008 to a new 18,000 square foot Crye-Leike retail office space in Fayetteville. At the new location Globalink's current Managing Broker John Cardin will share management duties with Crye-Leike's Fayetteville Managing Broker Dale McCauley. Together they will lead a combined sales force of approximately 50 new and existing Crye-Leike associates.   Ron Wilkins, owner of Globalink Realtors since forming the company in 2001 will join Crye-Leike's Commercial Real Estate Division in Fayetteville. He is a 3rd generation Realtor and was recognized in 1996 by the Metro Board as Realtor of the Year. Wilkins is currently on the Board of Directors for the Metro Board and since 1992 has been a supporter of Arkansas Special Olympics.   "There is a lot of years of combined experience merging into Crye-Leike from Globalink, I would say hundreds of years of experience," said John Cardin, Managing Broker of Globalink Realtors. "I believe everyone in our office is extremely excited and a little nervous. It's a transition from a small-localized operation to a much larger company, but I know everyone is looking forward to the move."   Crye-Leike's new Fayetteville branch office is located at 1280 East Stearns Street. The residential real estate division will occupy 10,000 square feet of the 18,000 square feet retail center. Crye-Leike Commercial and Realty Title & Escrow will also establish operations in the new development. The remaining retail space will be available for lease.   "The merger of Globalink and Crye-Leike is a move that brings two great companies together and that makes us all stronger," said Kendall Birdsong. "This merger and Crye-Leike's growth comes at a critical time in our market as everyone is working tirelessly to assist buyers and sellers."   To learn about career opportunities with Crye-Leike, REALTORS contact Kendall Birdsong by phone at (479) 313-0162 or you can email him at kendall.birdsong@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

HIXSON, TN., - Despite a steady downpour of rain showers, the Hixson Branch of Crye-Leike, REALTORS held a very successful Buyer/Seller Seminar on Thursday May 15 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The event took place at the Hixson office located at 5870 Highway 153 in Hixson Tennessee.   The two-hour program was free and open to the public and featured a panel of experts in buying, selling, mortgage lending, insurance coverage and closing services.   "Given the unpredictable weather conditions we are thrilled with the turnout of more than a dozen people who came in from the pouring rain to learn more about buying and sellers in the current housing market," said Kathy Tucker, Managing Broker of the Hixson branch office. "We absolutely achieved our goal for the evening which was to help those who attended get educated on the facts and set aside their hesitation."   Joining Crye-Leike, REALTORS sales associates at the free two-hour event were representatives from Magna Bank's mortgage lending division, Realty Title & Escrow closing services and Crye-Leike Insurance along with specialists in home inspection, staging and other home buying and selling services.   "These are tricky times in the housing market right now," said Tucker. "We have a responsibility as a trusted name in real estate in our community for a decade and as a company in business since 1977 to be a voice of reason with the facts and an educator on the subject of real estate."   Each of the 13 people who attended received a complete package of written materials to help guide them through the buying or selling process. A complimentary dinner was provided, courtesy of Sticky Fingers. Additionally, participants had the opportunity to spend quality one-on-one time with any of the real estate experts who were on hand.   "We look forward to holding more seminars in the future, each with a unique focus to reach-out to those considering a real estate sale or purchase," said Tucker. "We are committed to ensuring no one enters into a real estate transaction without knowing everything that's involved and understands their rights and responsibilities as a buyer and a seller."   For more information on future Buyer/Seller Seminars and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Hixson Managing Broker Kathy Tucker by calling 423-870-5202 or you can email her at ktucker@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

ATOKA, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the official opening of its new Millington Tipton branch office. The sales center represents the newest addition to the company's Memphis region of offices, located at 13690 Highway 51 in Atoka Tennessee.   The office, sales associates and administrative staff recently relocated to the Atoka location from the former Millington branch location along Highway 51 in Millington Tennessee. A formal ribbon cutting ceremony is planned for Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at Noon.   "We're just a little further out along Highway 51 where home building, buying and selling has really started taking off," said Managing Broker Nancy Carroll. "As the region has developed in this direction, it's important for us to follow the growth and demand and remain convenient and accessible to our customers."   Carroll was the Managing Broker at the former location and is thrilled to be leading her sales team and staff into the next phase of growth and business along the northeastern edge of the West Tennessee/Memphis region.   "We are so excited to have a beautiful new office in Atoka, just north of where we used to be in Millington," said Carroll. "All the agents are ready, willing and able to assist anyone with their real estate needs in Tipton County, Millington and North Shelby County."   Carroll says she and her sales team can assist buyers and sellers in and around Tipton, Shelby, Fayette and Lauderdale counties. She says they specialize in residential real estate with a focus on land and some commercial.   At the new "larger" sales office Carroll can accommodate a sales team of as many as 45 agents. Currently, 32 Crye-Leike, REALTORS associates are based out of the new branch.   "Crye-Leike believes in this growing area of homes and businesses," said Carroll. "Many people who work in the Memphis area are searching to a quiet place to call home and still want an easy commute. Millington and Tipton County have become a choice for many."   An official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Millington Tipton office will be held at Noon on Wednesday June 4, 2008 with the South Tipton Chamber of Commerce.   Manager Nancy Carroll is a licensed Broker in Tennessee, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Graduate, REALTORS Institute (GRI) and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES).   With Crye-Leike, Carroll is a Lifetime Member of the Crye-Leike Multi Million Dollars Club, and a Circle of Excellence recipient. Crye-Leike's Circle of Excellence is one of the highest levels of professional and personal achievement in the real estate industry. Sales associates who achieve it are awarded the honorary title of Vice President.   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact the Millington Tipton branch office and Managing Broker Nancy Carroll at 901-840-1181 or you can email her at ncarroll@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

MEMPHIS, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce it's Whitehaven branch sales office is having a Parking Lot Sale on Saturday May 17th, 2008. All proceeds from the fundraising event will benefit Habitat for Humanity.   Affiliate Broker Beulah Daniel is organizing the day-long sale at the Whitehaven office located at 1396 East Shelby Drive in Memphis. The sale will take place from 8am - 4pm on the 17th.   "Giving of service to the community is a very important part of my real estate business," said Beulah. "The Parking Lot Sale is just a small part of our fundraising efforts this year to benefit Habitat for Humanity."   The event is part of Crye-Leike, REALTORS goal of raising at least $12,000 for Habitat in 2008. Beulah is encouraging her fellow associates, clients and neighbors to drop-off only gently used or new household goods, items and merchandise for sale.   "This is such a great organization that helps a lot of people in the Memphis area," said Beulah. "It's all about helping people become homeowners who might otherwise not have the chance to do so."   Since 2001, Beulah has been a licensed Affiliate Broker in Tennessee and Mississippi assisting buyers and sellers in and around Shelby, Tipton, Desoto, Marshall and Tate counties. She specializes in residential real estate sales.   Beulah is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) Graduate of the REALTOR's Institute (GRI) and a Certified Relocation Associate. She is a member of the Memphis Area Association of Realtors (MAAR), Northwest Mississippi Association of Realtors (NMAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). With MAAR, Beulah serves on the Scholarship Committee.   "I am very passionate about my service to the community and my real estate business and believe strongly in educating my clients regarding the buying and selling process," said Beulah. "I insist on a face to face meeting whether someone is a first time or second time buyer to ensure they're pre-qualified and understand the different types of financing options available in buying a home."   In 2006 and 2007 Beulah served as the Whitehaven Office Ambassador for Youth Villages, fundraiser.   For more information on the Parking Lot Sale, to donate items for the sale and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Affiliate Broker Beulah Daniel by calling 901-396-8400 or you can email her at bdaniels@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

OOLTEWAH, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS New Homes Division is proud to be joining in the first Chattanooga Tour of Homes presenting Mulberry Park. Susan Fessler is the Exclusive Listing Agent for the Master Planned Community. Mulberry Park that features Six Phases starting from $255,200 and will consist of 288 homes.   "We're thrilled to be showcasing this amazing development during the two weekend Tour of Homes event," said Susan Fessler, New Homes Division Managing Broker. "Our agents will be onsite during the parade of homes to offer serious buyers and those just browsing with all the detail and information on this one-of-a-kind community."   Homes featured during the two weekend Chattanooga Tour of Homes will be open to the public on back-to-back weekends starting Friday May 9th - Sunday 11th and again Friday May 16th - Sunday May 18th. It is being presented and sponsored by the Chattanooga Home Builders Association.   "Mulberry Park, Phase One, Collier Place, consists of 60 single level condominiums with only 12 remaining," said Fessler. "Phase Two, Downing Green, will include 71 single-family homes built by Pratt Homes. We currently have five homes under construction and are thrilled to have our two new neighbors here with us in Downing Green. Phase Three will feature high end townhomes and Phases Four, Five and Six will consist of single family homes, carriage homes and town homes.   The 88-acre property will include clubhouses, cabanas, pools, playgrounds, walking trails and maintenance free living. Pratt Homes, which is the exclusive builder in Downing Green, has put together a wonderful financing package to buyers on any of Pratt Homes' standing inventory. 4.875% Fixed rate for 30 years with 10% down. This offer is good through closing in July 2008. Any on-site agent can offer the full details.   Since the spring of 2007 the New Homes Division sales team has been assisting buyers and sellers in and around Hamilton, Bradley, Catoosa and Walker counties from its Ooltewah office location at 8121 Ooltewah-Georgetown Road and on-site in new construction model homes.   Under Fessler's leadership as Managing Broker, the New Homes Division specializes in residential real estate sales, focusing on new home construction, first-time homebuyers, land development, relocation, golf course communities, lakefront properties and income properties.   Fessler is a licensed Broker in Tennessee and Georgia. She left Prudential Real Estate as the Number One Team of the Year in 2006, bringing to Crye-Leike ten years of service and sales experience to lead the Ooltewah New Home Division that currently has 24 agents. She is an active member of the Chattanooga Association of Realtors (CAR), the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   To schedule an appointment and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact New Homes Division Managing Broker Susan Fessler by phone at 423-238-9090 or email her at susan.fessler@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

FLOWOOD, MS., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the official opening of its new Jackson Mississippi Metro Headquarters office. The new corporate and sales center is located at 2050 Treetops Blvd. North, Suite 100 in Flowood, Mississippi.   The corporate office and administrative center recently relocated from Pear Orchard Road in Ridgeland where the company established operations June 1, 2006. The Pear Orchard location will continue real estate operations as a branch office.   Crye-Leike's Mississippi operations are under the leadership of General Manager Lynette Magee-Praytor. As a licensed Realtor since 1995 in Tennessee and Mississippi, Magee-Praytor has assisted buyers and sellers in real estate transactions throughout the region for more than a decade.   "Crye-Leike is well known in the communities we serve for our professional and personalized service as well as our in-depth knowledge of the real estate market," said Magee Praytor. "Our Mississippi headquarters location is ideally situated to serve the Jackson metro market and is surrounded by the top two fastest growing counties in Mississippi."   Crye-Leike currently has 45 licensed real estate sales associates based in the Jackson Metro area and the headquarters location will have the ability to accommodate up to 50 full-time licensed Realtors. Magee-Praytor and her sales team specialize in full service residential real estate sales with a focus on commercial, lots and land. They assist both buyers and sellers in and around Hinds, Rankin and Madison counties. Along with new real estate professionals, there will be additional staffing positions available.   "Crye-Leike looks forwards to serving as a community partner," said Magee Praytor. "The area is ideally suited for new homebuyers with its low crime, quality schools, recreational facilities and an easy driving commute to work. These are the essential ingredients of a successful market area."   Along with her responsibilities to her clients and sales team and staff, as the General Manager Magee-Praytor is actively involved in the Jackson Association of Realtors (JAR), Mississippi Association of Realtors (MAR), and National Association of Realtors (NAR). She is a former Chairman of, and has served as a member of, the Mississippi Real Estate Commission. In late 2007 Magee-Praytor was installed as the President-Elect of the Mississippi Association of Realtors (MAR).   Magee-Praytor has a keen interest in governmental affairs and in 2008 is serving as Chair of the MAR Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Committee. She is currently enrolled in the NAR's first Leadership Academy and serves as Chair of the NAR Risk Management and License Law Forum and as a member of the national organization's Risk Management Committee.   Through MAR, Magee-Praytor has previously served as a MARPAC Trustee, Vice-Chair of MARPAC, and Vice-Chair of Standard Forms and Professional Standards. She is a recipient of the MAR President Award in 2001, Mississippi Realtor of the Year 2002, Graduate Leadership MAR 1999, Northwest Mississippi Association of Realtors (NWMAR) Mississippi Realtor of the Year, 50 Leading Business Woman in Mississippi in 2002 as well as Top 10 Business Women in Mississippi also in 2002. In 2003 she was an Athena Award nominee.   Magee-Praytor lives in Brandon, Mississippi and supports communities throughout the region as a member of the Mississippi Economic Council and membership in Chambers of Commerce in Jackson, Ridgeland, Flowood, Madison and Rankin counties.   An official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new headquarters office with the Flowood Chamber of Commerce will be scheduled at a later date.   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Lynette Magee-Praytor at the new Flowood Mississippi Crye-Leike, REALTORS Headquarters sales office by phone at 601-939-5160 or you can email her lynette@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

CABOT, AR., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the official opening of its newest branch location in Central Arkansas. The new sales office in Cabot is located at 2080 West Main Street, Suite 6 in Cabot. It replaces the company's original branch in the community, which opened on Westport Drive in 2005.   The new location is under the leadership of Managing Broker Melanie Ferrantelle. She is a member of the National Association of Realtors. Ferrantelle brings more than 15 years of experience to the office and community.   "I think I speak for every one of our associates when I say that we are thrilled to be in our new location where we can truly be the One Source for our clients who are buying or selling," said Ferrantelle. "We're conveniently located alongside our trusted business partners for mortgage, insurance and home closing title services to make the experience with us a real pleasure."   There are currently 31 licensed real estate sales associates based out of the new Cabot branch location, assisting buyers and sellers in and around Lonoke, White, Pulaski, Prairie and Faulkner counties.   "Cabot is one of the fastest growing communities in the region with many new developments and new businesses opening," said Ferrantelle. "Our close proximity to the Little Rock Air force Base and the city itself with its great schools make this a very desirable area for families."   An official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony with the Cabot Chamber of Commerce will be scheduled at a later date.   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Melanie Ferrantelle at the new Cabot Arkansas branch office by phone at 501-628-0090 or you can email her at melanie.ferrantelle@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

HIXSON, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is extending an invitation to home buyers, first time buyers and prospective sellers to an Informational Seminar at the company's Hixson branch office in May. The program will be held Thursday May 15, 2008 6:30pm - 8:30pm. The Hixson branch office is located at 5870 Highway 153 in Hixson Tennessee. The seminar will provide free professional advice and information to prospective buyers and sellers who are considering a purchase or sale in today's tricky housing market. "We are very excited and confident that the evening will be tremendously useful and informative to any buyer, first-time homebuyer and local seller who is unsure about getting into the housing market at this time of uncertainly," said Kathy Tucker, Managing Broker of the Hixson branch office. "Our goal for the evening it to set aside everyone's fear or hesitation about going ahead with a move into a new home and helping to educate them on the proper steps to buy, sell, find the perfect mortgage and so much more." Joining Crye-Leike sales associates at the two-hour event will be representatives from Magna Bank's mortgage lending division, Realty Title & Escrow closing services and Crye-Leike Insurance along with specialists in home inspection, staging and other home buying and selling services. "We would love to hear from area businesses who would like to join us in this informative program with a door prize donation," said Kathy Tucker. "We anticipate a great turn-out and see the program as an awesome way for local businesses to showcase their products and services." Along with door prizes, dinner will be served and everyone will receive a free package of information to help them with their own personal buying or selling decision. "It's the hope of the Crye-Leike Hixson sales team that based on the turnout and success of this first seminar we will be able to offer more educational evening programs throughout the year," said Kathy Tucker. For more information on the seminar and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Hixson Managing Broker Kathy Tucker by calling 423-870-5202 or you can email her at ktucker@crye-leike.com. Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina. Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

BRENTWOOD, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is pleased to support and join with the Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee (HBAMT) for the organizations annual Builders Show. This private kick-off event will be held at the Factory in Franklin, Thursday May 1, 2008.   "This event centers around the home builders in Middle Tennessee and for years Crye-Leike, REALTORS has had amazing relationships with many of the big and small firms doing business in our region," said Crye-Leike REALTORS Manager Jason Murphy. "At a time when the housing market has become tricky, we want the home building community to know we're all in this together and we support their hard work and efforts to provide quality new homes to families throughout Middle Tennessee."   Crye-Leike Sales Associates will be an exhibitor at the annual HBAMT Builders Show. The show will be a fun filled evening featuring hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, door prizes, and a provide builders and Crye-Leike an opportunity to communicate directly how the Mid South's #1 residential real estate company brings value and benefits to the home building industry.   "This is a great way for Crye-Leike to meet newer homebuilders and visit with the builders we have been doing business with," said Murphy. "As we do with traditional buyers and sellers, we love having the opportunity to remind the area's builders how we can support them through our many branch locations, training, professionalism, experience and company infrastructure."   For more information on Crye-Leike, REALTORS participation in the HBAMT 2008 Builders Show contact Jason Murphy at 615-373-2044 or email him at jason.murphy@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

HENDERSONVILLE, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce that Auctioneer Tim Brewer is running for the District 2 seat on the Sumner County School Board. Tim is a licensed Associate based out of the company's Hendersonville Branch office located at 383 Johnny Cash Parkway in Hendersonville.   "I believe that our kids are our largest asset, they are the voices of tomorrow, and without a great quality educational experience we may lose some of this and I think that would be a terrible tragedy," said Tim. "I also believe that great school systems have a direct effect on the property values in an area and needless to say as a property owner in Sumner County I want to keep those property values in check."   Tim says as a school board member he will work hard to improve the communication between teachers, principals and the school board.   "I will be a voice for the people of my district and see that they have the representation that they deserve," said Tim. "I will bring a servants attitude to the board and let my constituents know that the board works for them.   Tim says there are people making donations to his campaign that he wouldn't have thought would be interested. He also has people signing up as volunteers and people are letting him know that he has their support.   "I am truly overwhelmed by the support that I have already," said Tim. "I feel that everyone should be treated with respect and I will work hard to see that this comes to the forefront of my campaign."   Since 1991 Tim has been a licensed Realtor in Tennessee and became a licensed Auctioneer in 2000. He works with buyers and sellers in and around Sumner, Davidson, Robertson, Wilson and Williamson County. Tim specializes in Real Estate Auctions with a focus on residential, commercial, investment, land development, estates, liquidations, partnership dissolutions and personal property. He is also a licensed Realtor and Auctioneer in Kentucky.   "When an heir of an estate contacts me they are usually so overwhelmed that they really don't know what to do, and I can go into that situation and liquidate everything at fair market value and the heirs don't even have to sweep the floor, I handle it all," said Tim. "I can be a very valuable service to someone who has just lost a loved one and even someone who has had a sudden event occur in their life and needs to sell a home faster than the conventional way."   Tim is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), a Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) and a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES). He is a member of the National Auctioneer's Association (NAA), Tennessee Auctioneer's Association (TAA), Sumner Association of Realtors (SAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Tim is a recipient of the Silver, Gold and Platinum Awards of Excellence from SAR.   In 2007 Tim was inducted into the Crye-Leike Circle of Excellence and given the honorary title of Vice President. It's the highest honor that Crye-Leike awards its agents for service to the company, community and their profession.   "I believe that when you truly help people, the rewards are greater than you can count," said Tim. "I learned years ago that you never put a commission before a client and as long as you take care of that person they will in turn take care of you. This is why I became an auctioneer."   With the SAR, in 2006 Tim served as the organization's President. He has also served on the Professional Ethics, Grievance and Public Relations committees. Tim has chaired the SAR Governmental Affairs and Member Services Committees and served on the Board of Directors.   "I like providing a service that really does bless the people that I deal with," said Tim. "It is with this spirit that I have thrown my hat in the ring to run for Sumner County School Board. It is with this "servant's heart" that I will serve on that board."   To schedule an appointment and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Auctioneer Tim Brewer by calling 615-424-9711 or you can email him at tim@timbrewerauctions.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

CHATTANOOGA, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce that Broker Maggie Armstrong has listed for sale the popular Motorcycle Ranch along Highway 127 in Pikeville Tennessee, one hour north of Chattanooga. The property lists for $399,000 and features tepees, guest rooms, full service kitchen & dining, outdoor pavilion, parking and RV hookups on five acres. According to Armstrong, since purchasing the property three years ago, owners Carl and Barbara Fowler built their ranch from the ground-up. She says the couple created an oasis for motorcycle riders and enthusiasts traveling through the East Tennessee Region looking for clean and convenient accommodations. "The Fowlers planned on living here throughout their retirement," said Armstrong. "Because of Florida's downturn in real estate they're rethinking their plans and decided to put their dream on the market." Armstrong says the property is most recognized by the grouping of tepees at the front entrance along Highway 127 in Pikeville. "The property has spectacular views of the nearby ridges and plenty of open space," said Armstrong. "Fall Creek Falls State Park, shopping and entertainment are just minutes away." According to Armstrong, Carl Fowler is a second-generation Native American and that's the reason for the tepee theme. She says it's immaculate with it's seven guest rooms, rocking chair porch, furnished restaurant, an outdoor pavilion that's perfect for dancing and karaoke and of course the tepees. "Carl Fowler is the sweetest an understanding baby boomer who wants this place to be a clean, safe getaway for anyone enjoying the beautiful mountains and valleys of Middle Tennessee," said Armstrong. "Even at his busiest, he never turns anyone away and if he doesn't have a tepee available he'll furnish a sleeping bag or tent." Maggie Armstrong is a Broker in the company's East Brainerd Branch office in Chattanooga, located at 1510 Gunbarrel Road. She is a licensed Realtor in Tennessee and Georgia, assisting buyers and sellers in and around Hamilton, Walker, Catoosa, Rhea, Bledsoe, McMinn and Bradley counties. Since 2003 Armstrong has specialized in residential real estate with a focus on bed and breakfast properties, historic and older home, commercial and first time homebuyers. She is a Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) a member of the Chattanooga Association of Realtors (CAR), the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). With CAR she has served on the Grievance Committee for three years and two years with the Public Relations Committee. Prior to joining Crye-Leike, for nine years Armstrong owned and operated the Culpepper House Bed and Breakfast in Atlanta Georgia. To schedule an appointment and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Maggie Armstrong by email at marmstrong@crye-leike.com or you can phone her directly at 423-400-0062. Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina. Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

OOLTEWAH, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS held formal Grand Opening Ceremonies for its two Ooltewah Tennessee office locations on Thursday April 3rd, 2008. The celebrations were attended by company Co-Founder and CEO Harold Crye.   The first ribbon cutting was held at 11:30am at the company's branch sales office located at 5913 Main Street in Ooltewah. The second occurred at 1:00pm at the company's New Home Division office location at 8121 Georgetown Road. Crye and associates also held a ceremony to officially open the company's newest Realty Title & Escrow Branch office.   "Our new Ooltewah office location has been open since October 2007 and we've seen a steady growth in business and the number of sales associates joining us," said Dan Griess, Managing Broker of the Ooltewah Sales Branch. "We currently have 19 affiliate brokers based out of the new office and we can easily accommodate as many as 60 associates."   Griess brings to Crye-Leike more than eleven years of real estate experience. He transferred his Broker's license to the company after a long affiliation with Prudential Real Estate. Previous to real estate Griess worked in sales and management. He and his sales team are assisting buyers and sellers in and around Hamilton, Catoosa and Bradley counties specializing in Residential Real Estate, farms and commercial.   "Ooltewah is one of the fastest growing areas in Hamilton County and there are many residential developments as well as new businesses coming online," said Sue Fessler, Managing Broker of Crye-Leike's New Home Division Office. "Ooltewah is perfectly positioned to benefit from the landing of a major manufacturer in the available mega-site, Enterprise South. Our offices are well positioned and staffed to offer the real estate services this growth will demand."   With 22 licensed associates today and room to accommodate 34, Fessler's sales team has been assisting buyers and sellers at their office location since the spring of 2007 and on-site in new construction model homes. She left Prudential Real Estate as the Number One Team of the Year in 2007, bringing with her ten years of service and sales experience to lead the Ooltewah New Home Division.   Fessler is a licensed Broker in Tennessee and Georgia assisting clients in and around Hamilton, Bradley, Catoosa and Walker counties. She and her sales team specialize in residential real estate sales, focusing on new home construction, first-time homebuyers, land development, relocation, golf course communities, lakefront properties and income properties.   Greiss and Fessler are active members of the Chattanooga Association of Realtors (CAR), the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Dan Griess at 423-238-5440 or email him at dan.griess@crye-leike.com and Susan Fessler at 423-238-9090 or email her at susan.fessler@crye-leike.com   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

OOLTEWAH, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce formal Grand Opening Ceremonies for its two Ooltewah Tennessee office locations on Thursday April 3rd, 2008. The celebrations will be attended by company Co-Founder and CEO Harold Crye.   The first ribbon cutting of the day will take place at 11:30am at the company's branch sales office located at 5913 Main Street in Ooltewah. The second will occur at 1:00pm at the company's New Home Division office location at 8121 Georgetown Road.   "Our new Ooltewah office location has been open since October 2007 and we've seen a steady growth in business and the number of sales associates joining us," said Dan Griess, Managing Broker of the Ooltewah Sales Branch. "We currently have 19 affiliate brokers based out of the new office and we can easily accommodate as many as 60 associates."   Griess brings to Crye-Leike more than eleven years of real estate experience. He transferred his Broker's license to the company after a long affiliation with Prudential Real Estate. Previous to real estate Griess worked in sales and management. He and his sales team are assisting buyers and sellers in and around Hamilton, Catoosa and Bradley counties specializing in Residential Real Estate, farms and commercial.   "Ooltewah is one of the fastest growing areas in Hamilton County and there are many residential developments as well as new businesses coming online," said Sue Fessler, Managing Broker of Crye-Leike's New Home Division Office. "Ooltewah is perfectly positioned to benefit from the landing of a major manufacturer in the available mega-site, Enterprise South. Our offices are well positioned and staffed to offer the real estate services this growth will demand."   With 22 licensed associates today and room to accommodate 34, Fessler's sales team has been assisting buyers and sellers at their office location since the spring of 2007 and on-site in new construction model homes. She left Prudential Real Estate as the Number One Team of the Year in 2007, bringing with her ten years of service and sales experience to lead the Ooltewah New Home Division.   Fessler is a licensed Broker in Tennessee and Georgia assisting clients in and around Hamilton, Bradley, Catoosa and Walker counties. She and her sales team specialize in residential real estate sales, focusing on new home construction, first-time homebuyers, land development, relocation, golf course communities, lakefront properties and income properties.   Greiss and Fessler are active members of the Chattanooga Association of Realtors (CAR), the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Dan Griess at 423-238-5440 or email him at dan.griess@crye-leike.com and Susan Fessler at 423-238-9090 or email her at susan.fessler@crye-leike.com   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

MURFREESBORO, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is pleased to present for sale a new construction home in the Royal Glen Subdivision in Murfreesboro Tennessee that comes complete with an Emergency Safe Room/Storm Shelter. The Property is being marketed by Realtor Jerry Williams, a sales associate based out of the company's Smyrna Tennessee branch office located at 599 Sam Ridley Parkway in Smyrna.   "The home is approximately 36-hundred square feet with a full finished basement where the emergency safe room/storm shelter is located," said Williams. "The engineered foundation has a 30 year warranty and the roof of the safe room is four inches of poured concrete reinforced with rebar for added strength and support. There will also be a telephone jack for use in the room in the event of an emergency."   So who's the ideal buyer? Jace with Thielen Construction replies, "Anyone who can afford a custom quality home and who may have concerns for safety, considering the region was recently declared part of Tornado Ally."   The home is located in the Royal Glen Subdivision, one of Murfreesboro's premier neighborhoods and is modestly priced at $349,900. Up to three percent of the purchase price is available to cover the buyer's closing costs and prepaids.   "While we do have a couple of serious prospective buyers, the home is still available," said Williams. "We are confident with the activity we're seeing and the market doing its spring wake-up, we'll receive an offer before the home is finished this summer."   In addition to the emergency safe room/storm shelter, the home's basement also comes with a real working home theater room. Other amenities in the home include a gourmet kitchen with granite counters, a stone wrapped hearth surrounding the stovetop to the ceiling and a stoned fireplace and sitting room in the master bedroom.   Crye-Leike's Jerry Williams is a licensed Realtor in Tennessee assisting buyers and sellers in and around Rutherford and Davidson counties. He is a residential sales specialist with a focus on new construction, first time homebuyers, pre-existing home selling, condominiums, town homes, farms and land.   In 2008 Williams was among Crye-Leike's top 125 Realtor associates based on sales in 2007 and he's a Multi-Million Dollar Club member. He is a member of the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR), the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   To schedule an appointment, and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals contact Realtor Jerry Williams by phone at 615-364-4039 or you can email him at jerry.williams@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, Crye-Leike REALTORS attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

MT. JULIET, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce that Broker Nancy J. Oberti is representing and marketing the unique and upscale Silverstone Condominium community for buyers 55 and over.   "These are wonderful upscale condos built by a local custom builder who I can't say enough great things about," said Nancy. "If folks are ready for condo living but don't want a large community with all types of activities going on that they don't want to be paying for they then should definitely give us a look."   Nancy says the Silverstone Condominium community in Mt. Juliet is just what so many downsizing boomers have been telling her they're looking for.   "We offer a more "country setting" nestled next to a creek with a walking trail, close to Davidson County but just across the line into Wilson County where taxes are less," said Oberti. "The construction is first-rate and we're working on a chipping green, a covered pavilion with a fireplace and food prep area and a parking area for boats and RV's."   Since 1995 Nancy has been a licensed Realtor in Tennessee. She is a Broker and Vice President with Crye-Leike based out of the company's Lebanon Tennessee branch office located at 1432 West Main Street in Lebanon. She is a Residential Real Estate Specialist working with buyers and sellers in and around Wilson, Rutherford, Sumner and Davidson counties.   Nancy is a Graduate REALTOR Institute, a Certified Residential Specialist and an active member of the Eastern Middle Tennessee Association of Realtors (EMTAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   To schedule an appointment, and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals contact Broker Nancy J. Oberti by calling 615-400-6811 or you can email her at obertin@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

RANKLIN, TN., - Diane Balciar from Crye-Leike, REALTORS and Todd Lewis from Legacy Development Group are pleased to present an Open House Tour of 36 homes in the award winning Franklin, Tennessee community of Westhaven. The "blitz" of homes will be held on Sunday, Aril 20, 2008 from 2 - 5pm. and will also be hosted by the listing realtors of existing homes currently on the market.   "This is an amazing opportunity to see so many spectacular homes in one visit which range in price from $330,000 to more than $1.2-million," said Diane Balciar, of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "These like-new homes have it all, including finished courtyards, installed window treatments and so much more which makes them extremely competitive and ideal buys in today's market. And if you haven't seen Westhaven recently, it's certainly worth a trip. The amenities are truly unbelievable, and the new town center and golf course have begun."   According to Balciar these homes, among the 750-plus residences in the Westhaven development, are located away from the noise and dirt of the current sections where construction is ongoing. Some of the homes are available for immediate occupancy. In addition, she says the prices are negotiable, the closing costs are lower than new construction and the warranty work on all the homes has already been completed.   Balciar is a licensed Realtor in Tennessee working with buyers and sellers in and around Williamson and Davidson counties. She is a Residential Real Estate Specialist with a focus on residential and self-directed IRA residential purchases. Balciar is a member of the Williamson County Association of Realtors (WCAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   Balciar lives in Franklin Tennessee and is based out of the company's Brentwood West Branch office located at 5111 Maryland Way in Brentwood. Prior to joining Crye-Leike, REALTORS, she was responsible for sales and marketing with the Delphi Corporation.   The Westhaven Open House Blitz is open to the public and will include prizes, giveaways and refreshments in some homes. Westhaven is located in Franklin Tennessee just off Highway 96 West. For more information and directions logon to www.springtour2008.com or phone Diane Balciar at 615-972-2190 or you can email her at diane.balciar@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, Crye-Leike REALTORS attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

NORCROSS, GA., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the opening of its newest retail office in the Greater Atlanta Region. The company's Peachtree Corners location in Norcross Georgia is now open for business and serving the communities in Gwinnett, Hall, Fulton, DeKalb, Borrow and Jackson counties.   The opening keeps Crye-Leike, REALTORS on pace to nearly double it's footprint of offices across the Greater Atlanta Region in 2008 - growing from seven fully staffed Residential Retail Centers to more than a dozen by year's end.   The new Branch Office is located at 4870 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard in Norcross. An official Grand Opening for Peachtree Corners is in the planning stages and will be announced at a later date.   "I'm thrilled to be joining Crye-Leike, REALTORS as it expands its reach in the region," said Stacy Gettys, Peachtree Corners Managing Broker. "Given the company's rich history and reputation, we're a perfect fit for Norcross which is Gwinnett County's 2nd oldest city and listed on the National Register of historic places."   Gettys comes to Crye-Leike from the Norton Agency where she was an affiliated sales agent the past four years. She brings more than six years of real estate experience to the helm of the new Peachtree Corners/Norcross location, which includes a track record of success with a local developer as a Manager of Sales and Marketing.   "Our focus here at Peachtree Corners will be primarily on residential and commercial property sales," said Gettys. "Given the area's open space and growth potential, I also see us specializing in lots, land, farms, resort and vacation properties and condominiums."   Stacy Gettys is both a Managing Broker and an Agent, licensed in Georgia and assisting buyers and sellers in and around Gwinnett, DeKalb, Forsyth, Borrow and Walton counties. She's a Residential Real Estate Specialist with a focus on commercial land/lots, commercial leases and new home construction.   Getty's is a Certified Residential specialist (CRS) and a Multi-Million Dollar Club Member. She's a member of the Atlanta Board of Realtors (ABR), the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of Realtors (NAMAR), the Hall County Board of Realtors (HCBR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   "It's great to be part of a community that has so much to offer in the way of cultural and theatrical entertainment, day summer camps, senior programs along with a thriving business and housing development climate," said Gettys. "I look forward to assisting our new sales associates and clients, assuring everyone gets the best service and support available. My job is to be the source of knowledge, provide service, make the process smoother, save time and reduce stress."   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Stacy Gettys by phone at 770-368-4993 or you can email her at stacy.gettys@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

Desoto County, MS., - Crye-Leike, Realtors is proud to announce that the North Mississippi Crye-Leike offices are hosting the largest open house in the region's history on Sunday, March 9th from 2:00pm-5:00pm.   They are calling this event an Open House Extravaganza and hoping for at least 100 homes to be included in the showing.   "The goal is to have as many Crye-Leike listings open as possible on this day with the ultimate goal to have at least 100 houses open for viewing," said Tracy Kirkley, Managing Broker for Crye-Leike, Realtors in the Olive Branch office.   Each open house will have a Crye-Leike Open House sign in the yard and a Crye-Leike balloon bouquet with it. Each Open House will also have many directional signs as possible to attract attention.   "We are excited for buyers to see all the finest available homes we have on the market in the Olive Branch, Southaven and Hernando communities of Mississippi," said Kirkley. "We are committed to our clients and the community to get homes sold."   Each office participating will have the full lists of homes with directions and maps to hand out to the public on the day of the extravaganza.   "Anyone who's interested in finding out more about the event can just stop by our office or give us a call," said Kirkley.   For your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact any one of our North Mississippi Crye-Leike offices: Hernando (662-429-2442), Olive Branch (662-895-8300), Southaven (662-349-5550), or Tupelo (662-680-9355).   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

COOKEVILLE, TN., - Crye-Leike, Realtors is proud to announce the remodel of the office in Cookeville, Tennessee located at 1400 Neal St.   A grand re-opening and ribbon cutting ceremony is planned for sometime in March with the help of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce.   The office assists buyers and sellers in and around Putnam, Overton, White, Dekalb, Jackson, Clay, and Cumberland counties. The office and its agents specialize in residential and commercial sales, lots, land and farms, resort and vacation properties, and condominiums real estate.   Cookeville is approximately 75 miles from Nashville with a thriving retail and business community including many cooperate companies such as Averitt Express Trucking Company and Oreck. Cookeville is also home to Tennessee Tech University. Cookeville is a main street community that has undergone a major revitalization of its historic downtown area and is convenient to Center Hill Lake and many other area parks.   Judd-Christian Dyle is the Manager for the Cookeville office. He is a Crye-Leike Multi-Million Dollar Producer and has received the Upper Cumberland Association of Realtors Award of Excellence. He has also served as Ambassador for the Make-A-Wish foundation.   Dyle is a member of the Upper Cumberland Association of Realtors (UCAR) and the Knoxville Area Association of Realtors (KAAR).   For your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Judd-Christian Dyle by calling 931-520-6450 or email him at judd.dyle@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

SPRING HILL, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce a new association with Wimbledon Properties, LLC in order to market their "system built" custom homes in the Willa Park subdivision. Other Wimbledon Properties, LLC subdivisions being marketed by Crye-Leike, Spring Hill, include Spring Haven located in Spring Hill, TN and Windstone Village located in Columbia, TN.   These custom-built homes price in range from $120,000's to the $160,000's in Windstone Village. In Spring Haven, the cost of homes ranges from $189,900 to $342,900. The homes in Willa Park are priced at $194,900 to $289,900.   "We are pleased to market these homes that feature several house plans such as, The Churchhill, The Jamestown, The Keeneland, and The Belmont," said Pat Ford Davis, Sales Associate with Crye-Leike, REALTORS Spring Hill branch office. "The Preakness, The Preakness 2, and the Saratoga, are also available floor plans."   Each home comes with an acre and also includes a GE appliance package. Each home also has nine-foot ceilings, Crown Moulding throughout, large master bedroom suites, decks, garages and underground utilities.   "Your home can be customized to suit you with hardwood floors, and the expandable area can be finished with the rooms designed according to your plans," said Ford Davis.   Willa Park and Spring Haven in Spring Hill are close to I-65 and located just minutes away from Franklin and Brentwood, TN.   "One acre-plus lots are available to build and customize your new home. Wimbledon builds their homes with 25-30% more materials which makes them stronger and more economical over the long term. Although there aren't hurricanes in middle Tennessee, these homes are built to hurricane standards," said Ford Davis.   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Pat Ford Davis by calling 931-487-0070 or email her at davispa@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

Olive Branch, MS., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS Affiliate Broker Margarita LeBlanc is urging buyers in pursuit of a great deal to join her on a foreclosure Tour Bus Campaign. The inspiration for the tour came when LeBlanc began getting calls from friends and clients curious about the investment opportunity with bank foreclosed properties.   "Now's the best time to buy, with record low interest rates and lots of great deals out there," said LeBlanc. "My Foreclosure Bus Tour will save prospective buyers a lot of hassles, research, running around and give them a huge advantage over other buyers in the marketplace."   The tour is open to anyone who is serious about investing and buying and would like a professional REALTOR involved ensuring they're adequately represented. Seating will be limited to Serious Buyers with Lender Approval.   "We will view ten vacant and foreclosed properties in pre-selected areas over a four hour time-frame," said LeBlanc. "It would be almost impossible for the average buyer to find these deals based on the limited information they have access to."   Since 2003 LeBlanc has been a licensed Affiliate Broker in Tennessee and Mississippi, assisting buyers and sellers in and around Desoto County in Mississippi and Shelby County in Tennessee. She is a Residential Real Estate Specialist with a focus on Investment Properties.   LeBlanc is an Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) a member of the Northwest Mississippi Association of Realtors (NWMAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). She is based out of the company's Olive Branch Mississippi office located at 6397 Goodman Road.   "Not only do I enjoy making dreams come true for my clients, I also find programs that will assist them with their financial needs like FHA/VA and FHA203K," said LeBlanc. "So it's time to hop off the fence if your even considering because the affordable properties and lending programs are out there to get you home today."   For more information on the Foreclosure Bus Tour and to make reservations please contact Margarita LeBlanc by phone at 901-830-8743 or 901-521-9736 or email her at margarita.leblanc@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

SANDY SPRINGS, GA, - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce that its new Sandy Springs Georgia branch office is now open for business. The office is located at 352 Sandy Springs Circle and officially opened its doors on February 1st, 2008.   The NEW branch location is under the leadership of Managing Broker Aleyda Barrett - a licensed Broker for 12 years. She is the former Owner and Broker of Barrett Real Estate, LLC.   "Crye-Leike, Realtors is the new kid on the block in the Atlanta region and I am very excited to bring the company's warm southern culture and dynamic services to the Sandy Springs area," said Barrett. "For more than 31 years Crye-Leike has built a reputation as the south's leader in real estate and we're thrilled to be carrying on that tradition with our clients here in Atlanta."   Barrett and her growing sales team assist buyers and sellers in and around Fulton, Cobb and Dekalb counties. They specialize in residential real estate with a focus on luxury homes, condominiums, town homes and commercial sales.   "We welcome people who are thinking or buying or selling to drop by for our office anytime to meet our team and learn more about what Crye-Leike, Realtors has to offer," said Barrett. "As the 4th largest real estate company in the U.S. I'm thrilled to be part of a winning team that offers world class service and puts the client first."   On Wednesday February 20th from 11am to 3pm the office is holding an Open House just for local Realtors who are interested in learning more about Crye-Leike, Realtors.   For more information on the Open House or for your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Aleyda Barrett by phone at 404-252-8292 or email her at aleyda.barrett@crye-leike.com. You can also learn more about Crye-Leike, Realtors by visiting them on the web at www.crye-leike.com.   Crye-Leike, Realtors currently has seven staffed offices in operation in the Greater Atlanta region. There are approximately 140 licensed sales associates serving the communities of Alpharetta, Duluth, Norcross, Smyrna/Vinings, Woodstock, East Cherokee, Canton and Sandy Springs. In early 2008 Crye-Leike will open an additional office in East Cherokee, Roswell/Crabapple, Cumming, Lake Lanier and Fayetteville.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

COLUMBIA, TN.- Crye-Leike, Realtors Broker Stephen Meadows, CRS GRI ABR has transferred from the company's Columbia Tennessee branch office to its REO Division.   "I am committed to exceeding the expectations of my clients every chance I get," said Meadows. "My transition to the REO division will allow me to offer a more complete array of services, not only to my corporate clients with bank-owned properties, but also to buyers and sellers of traditional real estate."   Crye-Leike's REO division will soon be relocating to new office space in Nashville's Midtown from its current location along Maryland Way in Brentwood.   In October the company purchased a 6900 square foot office building near Music Row at 1819 Broadway in Midtown Nashville. The office will be home to Crye-Leike's first residential sales office in Nashville's core urban business district in the company's 30-year history.   "It's a dynamic location, in a hip part of town where I believe there is tremendous opportunity for investors as well as anyone, including myself, choosing to live the urban lifestyle in Nashville," said Meadows.   Since 2001 Meadows has been licensed and assisting buyers and sellers first in Michigan, then in and around Davidson, Williamson, Wilson, Sumner, Dickson, Cheatham, Maury, Marshall and Rutherford counties. He's a residential real estate specialist with a focus on Bank-Owned and Investment Properties, as well as Property Valuation.   Meadows is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) a Graduate REALTORS Institute (GRI) and an Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR). He is a member of the Williamson County Association of Realtors (WCAR) serving on the Governmental Affairs Committee and a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Stephen Meadows at 615-373-3456 or email him at stephen.meadows@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

ATHENS, TN., Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce that Affiliate Broker Bob Kemph has obtained the listing for the Historic Mayfield Estate. Top designer, Larry Herd, has completely renovated the 1961 ranch style home that sits on 7.35 acres. Today the home contains the amenities expected in a premier home with its Asian Walnut Hand Hewn floors in the main rooms that walk you back to yesterday.   "There is a proud and amazing history that's associated with this property," said Bob Kemph, an Affiliate Broker with Crye-Leike, Realtors Athens Tennessee branch office. "The history shows how the Mayfield family mortgaged the family farm in order to build the most modern milk plant in the Southeast at the time."   According to the Mayfield Dairy Farms website, the company began in 1923 with a few Jersey cows, spring water refrigeration and a family's dedication to providing the community with quality, great-tasting dairy products. Today, Mayfield has a staff of nearly 2000 employees and serves nine states, continuing a rich heritage of creating progressive innovations and exceptional dairy items.   1,000 acres of the family farm surround the homestead that sits on 7.35 acres.   "It is our understanding the property outside of the 1,000 acres will not be sold, but instead is being placed in a conservatory," said Kemph. "This truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity for someone to capture a beautifully removed farm with a rich history that extends well beyond the local Athens community."   For your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Bob Kemph at (423-745-7374) or email him at robert.kemph@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,100 sales associates and 132 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

Woodstock, GA.- Crye-Leike, Realtors associates at the company's Cobb/Cherokee branch are celebrating the success of their biggest fundraiser to date. Their fundraising raffle of a children's playhouse courtesy of Reardon York Properties, to benefit Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities, generated $2,000.00 for the charity.   "We want to thank everyone who purchased a raffle ticket and our sales associates who worked so hard to sell them," said Jennifer Mansell, Managing Broker of the Cobb/Cherokee office. "I'm thrilled to announce that the winner of the playhouse is Tom Sims of Canton Georgia and the winning ticket was sold by sales associate Glenn Sweeney of the Cobb/Cherokee office."   Reardon York Properties built the 6-foot long, 6 1/2-foot wide cream-colored playhouse. The exterior of the playhouse is complete with shaker shingles, a burgundy door, and a small front porch. The interior has bead board, crown molding and a custom-made window with locks.   "The money we donate from the raffle will help build a new 50-bedroom Ronald McDonald House near Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston," Mansell said. "We're excited to be working with the Ronald McDonald Houses because they provide a much needed home away from home for sick children receiving medical treatment at local hospitals."   The winning ticket was drawn by builder John Morgenstern of Reardon York Properties at the Cobb/Cherokee office, located at 13190 Highway 92 in Woodstock. The number one ticket seller was Crye-Leike, Realtors Broker Betty Allen.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, is the nations 4th largest real estate company and has a network of more than 4,000 sales associates and 137 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.

MEMPHIS, TN., - Crye-Leike, Realtors has made it official with its Grand Opening Celebration and ribbon cutting at the company's newly relocated Germantown branch location at 3030 Forrest-Hill - Irene Road.   Company co-founder and CEO Harold Crye took part in the ribbon cutting ceremony alongside branch Sales Manager and Broker Sue Stinson-Turner and Steve Brown, Memphis Region Vice President and General Manager.   "It was great," proclaimed Stinson-Turner. "The grand opening took place on Thursday, December 13th with many of our own associates and associates from other real estate firms joining us in celebrationl."   In October, company leaders announced that its Exeter office location, one of two branches in Germantown, had relocated to the much larger commercial office space on Forrest-Hill - Irene Road.   "We are thrilled to be in the new location with more room and comforts and the same world class service people have come to expect from Crye-Leike," said Stinson-Turner. "We're so glad to be in the neighborhood, and look forward to serving our past clients and new clients from our new home in Germantown."   Stinson-Turner was in charge at the former Exeter location. She's been with the Crye-Leike since November 1998 when Harold Crye & Dick Leike purchased the former Pyramid, Inc. Realtors and the leased office space on Exeter and six other locations throughout the Memphis area.   "Over time it became apparent that our space on Exeter was not only too small, but it was in very close proximity to other Crye-Leike, Realtors branch locations in and around Germantown," said Stinson Turner. "Here on Forest Hill - Irene Road we are so close to Highway 385 that it will vastly improve our ability to serve more clients and communities in the area."   The space, 16-thousand feet worth, is almost double that of the former Exeter location, allowing a sales team of just more than 119 agents to grow to as many as 180.   In addition to real estate services, the Forest Hill location will also be home to a branch of Realty Title and Escrow, Magna Bank and will have on duty a representative from Crye-Leike Insurance.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of over 4,000 sales associates and 137 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.

FAIRVIEW, TN., - Crye-Leike Realtors congratulates the associates and staff at the company's Fairview Tennessee branch office on the celebration of their one year anniversary.   The office, located at 2239 Fairview Blvd., Suite 100 in Fairview opened for business on December 1st 2006 with seven licensed Realtors and staff. Today the office boasts 19 Realtors who are dedicated to offering the best real estate sales services in and around Fairview and the surrounding communities of Dickson, Bellevue and Centerville to name a few.   "The Fairview office is the most experienced and professional group of Realtors I've ever had the pleasure to work with," said Sheree Rudd, Managing Broker of the Crye-Leike, Realtors Fairview office. "Collectively we have more than 116 years of real estate experience."   Three of the 19 associates are licensed brokers in Tennessee and hold numerous advanced education professional designations.   "Several of our associates are in the Crye-Leike's Top Club, among the top 125 agents for sales production in 2007 in the greater Nashville area," said Rudd.   With a warm, friendly group of professionals who work well together, Managing Broker Sheree Rudd regards her team a highly-driven group of real estate sales professionals.   "We're a winning combination," said Rudd "We were all thrilled when Harold Crye and Dick Leike opened the Fairview office a year ago, and we anticipate a bright future for this community and the surrounding area and it's our pleasure to be a part of it." Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of over 4,000 sales associates and 137 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.

Smyrna, TN.- Crye-Leike, Realtors agent Cindy Speer has been awarded the "Accredited Buyers Representative" (ABR) designation by the Real Estate Buyers Agent Council.   "Achieving my ABR designation is part of my personal goal to pursue higher education and training to be the best realtor for my clients," Speer said. "Sometimes finding and selling a home is challenging, but I want my clients to know I am there for them and that I'm willing to do what it takes to satisfy their real estate needs."   Realtors who receive the ABR designation have completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise in representing residential home buyers in real estate purchase transactions. The Real Estate Buyers Agent Council is an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors.   Speer serves the needs of buyers and sellers in Rutherford, Davidson and Williamson Counties and specializes in residential and first-time homeowner real estate. Speer is a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR).   Speer was the Marketing Production Coordinator at M. Lee Smith Publishers and Printers in Brentwood, Tenn. before joining Crye-Leike, Realtors.   For your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Cindy Speer at 615-542-0277 or cindy.speer@crye-leike.com. Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 4,000 sales associates and 137 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.

Smyrna, TN.- Crye-Leike, Realtors associates from the Smyrna branch office will participate in the Smyrna Tour of Homes on Dec. 8 from 4-8 p.m.   Andrea Benson-Gaw is one Smyrna agent who will open her doors for the tour.   "I enjoy participating in the homes tour because it's a great way for people to get into the Christmas spirit, to see how certain homes are decorated for the holidays and it allows visitors to meet new people," said Andrea Benson-Gaw, Crye-Leike, Realtors Smyrna office agent. "We've had a lot of response in the past and it allows us to give back to the community."   Other Crye-Leike Smyrna agents participating in the Tour of Homes are Debbie Michaelson and Kenya Davis.   The Smyrna Tour of Homes will showcase local businesses and homes throughout the area. The tour will begin at the Sam Davis Home and will travel to historic homes, modern homes, a local church and several businesses. Each home that is showcased will be filled with door prizes from local businesses and light refreshments and desserts will be served.   All of the proceeds from the Smyrna Homes Tour will benefit the Sam Davis Home and the Rutherford County Boys and Girls Club. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children age 6-12 and free for children five and under. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call the Sam Davis Home at 459-2341 or the Crye-Leike, Realtors Smyrna office at 220-1300.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, is the nations 4th largest real estate company and has a network of more than 4,000 sales associates and 137 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.

Smyrna, TN.- Crye-Leike, Realtors associates from the Smyrna office branch were proud to participate in the 33rd Annual Smyrna Christmas Parade on Dec. 2nd.   "The parade was a huge success and we were the only real estate company with a float," said Smyrna Managing Broker Tom Williams. "Our float was decorated by local children and our agents who participated in the parade wore Santa hats and handed out candy."   "Christmas Around the World" was the theme for the annual holiday parade and Crye-Leike participants waved small flags of different nations to represent the diversity of Smyrna. There was a great turn out of Crye-Leike supporters, with nearly 25-plus agents, family and friends who came out to watch the festive parade.   The parade traveled along Lowry Street and about 70 civic organizations, businesses, Scout troops, schools and churches participated.   "It's always a great feeling to participate in a community event like this parade and you can count on seeing the Crye-Leike float next year, the year after and for many years to come," Williams said.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, is the nations 4th largest real estate company and has a network of more than 4,000 sales associates and 137 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.

ROGERS, AR., - Crye-Leike, Realtors of Northwest Arkansas is pleased to present the largest one day open house in the region's history. A Holiday Home Showcase, featuring one hundred of the finest available homes in Northwest Arkansas will be held open this Sunday, December 2nd from 1:00 - 5:00pm.   "To our knowledge, it's the largest one day event that any individual realty company has ever attempted in the Northwest Arkansas region," said Kendall Birdsong, Administrative Manager for Crye-Leike, Realtors in Northwest Arkansas. "We're excited about the opportunity for buyers who'd like to be in a new home for the upcoming holidays."   Crye-Leike, Realtors and several proud sponsors are making the Holiday Home Showcase possible. Logo-Works, Home Inspection Professionals, Arvest Bank, First National Title, Security Bank and Cornerstone Mortgage.   "Anyone who's interested in finding out more about the event can just stop by any of our sponsor locations or the nearest Crye-Leike, Realtors office for a Holiday Home Showcase map, said Birdsong. "They can also check this Sunday's newspaper for a complete list of homes in their area."   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of over 4,000 sales associates and 137 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.

GOODLETTSVILLE, TN.- The Crye-Leike, Realtors Goodlettsville office was chosen as the "Spotlight Speaker" for the Goodlettsville Chamber of Commerce meeting on Thursday Dec. 20 at the Nazarene Church on Loretta Drive. Crye-Leike, Realtors in Goodlettsville follow the gold rule where doing the right thing is the only way to do business. "Our amazing team of associates has very strong ethics," says Jo Roth, Crye-Leike, Realtors Goodlettsville Managing Broker. "You have to in this business and we're very proud of our reputation and our philosophy to make every real estate transaction a win win." Crye-Leike, Realtors is the top selling Realty Company in the Middle Tennessee region, and the nations 4th largest. Today, Crye-Leike?, Realtors has a network of more than 4,000 sales associates and 130 corporate and franchise offices in eight states. "Many of our associates are multi million dollar producers for the company with the sharpest sales, marketing and negotiating skills in the business," said Roth. "Several of our top selling associates were rewarded this past year with an all expense paid trip to Rome Italy." Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. The Goodlettsville branch opened in 1993 with 65 associates now based there today. "Goodlettsville has been a desirable community for many years," said Roth. "I've seen the real estate market up and down over the years and I believe we'll see a rebound in 2008," said Roth. Crye-Leike, Realtors Goodlettsville associates are very "community minded" with their support of United Way charities and participation in the annual Goodlettsville Christmas Parade. "We're always looking for ways to give back," said Roth. "Taking great care of our community and our clients is our number one priority." Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 4th largest real estate company, has a network of over 4,000 sales associates and 130 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the seven-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky and Mississippi. Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides. ###

Woodstock, GA. - The Crye-Leike, Realtors Cobb/Cherokee office and Reardon York Properties have teamed up in the construction and raffling of a playhouse whose proceeds will benefit Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities.   "The money we donate from the raffle will help build a new 50-bedroom Ronald McDonald House near Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston," said Jennifer Mansell, Managing Broker of the Cobb/Cherokee office. "We're very excited to be working with the Ronald McDonald Houses because they provide a much needed home away from home for sick children receiving medical treatment at local hospitals."   Reardon York Properties built the 6-foot long, 6 1/2-foot wide cream-colored playhouse that will be raffled on Dec. 15 at the Cobb/Cherokee office. The exterior of the playhouse is complete with shaker shingles, a burgundy door, and a small front porch. The interior has bead board, crown molding and a custom-made window with locks.   "We chose the Ronald McDonald House because we wanted to donate to a local charity and when we spoke to them about our idea, they were beside themselves," Mansell said.   Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which creates, finds and supports programs that directly improve the health and well being of children. At the Ronald McDonald House families can enjoy many of the comforts of home, receive meals prepared and served by volunteers and obtain emotional support through contact with other families experiencing similar situations.   Raffle tickets can be purchased at the Cobb/Cherokee office, located at 13190 Highway 92 in Woodstock, or from any other Crye-Leike agent or office in Atlanta. Tickets are one for $2 or three for $5. Please call the office at 770-517-2272 for more information.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, is the nations 4th largest real estate company and has a network of more than 3,900 sales associates and 125 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides. ###

BRENTWOOD, TN, - Crye-Leike, Realtors has named Rob Hatchett as the company's newly appointed Regional Vice President to oversee day-to-day operations in the Chattanooga, TN. and Atlanta, GA. regions and Huntsville, AL. an emerging new market for the nation's 4th largest real estate company. "Rob Hatchett has dedicated himself to the growth and development or our associates for nearly three years," said Harold Crye, Founder and CEO, Crye-Leike, Realtors. "His passion will help us grow in our existing markets of Chattanooga and Atlanta and launch the company's entry into the Huntsville market." The three regions combined have 19 existing office locations with eight more scheduled to open in 2008. The combined number of licensed associates is just under 600 with total sales of more than $750-million. "I've got three great markets to be a part of," said Hatchett. "In Chattanooga, we've long been the leader in that region where we sell more homes than any other company. In Atlanta, we're still in our infant stages but we are poised for strong year in 2008 and look to double our number of offices. And in Huntsville we've acquired 3 pieces of land to build offices on and look to open our doors there for the first time on January 1." Hatchett, a licensed agent in Tennessee and Alabama, will be based out of the company's Chattanooga headquarters office located at 1510 Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga, TN. He joined Crye-Leike, Realtors in 2005 as the Director of Career Development. "Hatchett will bring an enthusiasm and an oversight to the three regions at a critical juncture in the company's long range growth," said Crye. "It has been our focus to dominate the markets we service through superior customer service and Hatchett will help to ensure we reach and maintain that goal in his new role." "My goal is simply to provide our associates with the very best in facilities, resources and tools that they can in turn use to provide their clients with the very best service, said Hatchett. Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, Realtors in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, is the nations 4th largest real estate company and has a network of more than 4,000 sales associates and 130 corporate and franchise offices located in 65 counties through-out the eight-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi and North Carolina. Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in the following areas of specialty: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, commercial business and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2006, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $6.1 billion with 35,498 closed transaction sides.