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Crye-Leike, REALTORS celebrated the official opening of its new Starwood branch office located near the famed and former site of Nashville's ?Starwood Amphitheater'. A grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting was held on Thursday, September 24th, 2009. Realtors, company mangers, Nashville dignitaries and guests enjoyed delicious food, great conversations and live music throughout the evening. Sales Associates in Crye-Leike's Starwood Branch assist buyers and sellers primarily in and around Davidson, Rutherford, and Williamson Counties specializing in all types of real estate sales.   For all your real estate needs, personal referrals and real estate career opportunities, please contact Crye-Leike Starwood by phone at (615) 641-6305 and Managing Broker Tim Mills at 615-796-9500 and e-mail tim.mills@crye-leike.com.   About Crye-Leike, REALTORS Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located through-out the nine-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina and Oklahoma.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

SPRINGDALE, AR., The last day to close on a home and qualify for the first time home buyer tax credit is November 30, 2009. Many Realtors say the real deadline is the middle of October when a buyer should have a signed contract on a new home purchase.   "It's going to take between 30 and 45 days for the loan process, inspection, appraisal and other requirements to be satisfied before a buyer can sit down and sign and get the keys to their new home," said Glenda Edwards, Managing Broker of Crye-Leike Springdale. "The workshop we have planned for October 6th will help to educate prospective buyers on the process, the opportunity and the urgency of acting now."   In Washington, bills have been introduced in both the U.S. House and Senate to extend and even increase the tax credit and possibly make it available to all home buyers. Broker Glenda Edwards knows from experience there are no sure things - and the one thing she is sure of is there's a tax credit here today that may not be here tomorrow.   "Our seminar will offer prospective buyers a lesson in financing and financial assistance that's available - and you'd be surprised what is available," said Edwards. "And remember, someone who hasn't owned a home for at least three years is considered a first time homebuyer and would be eligible for the $8,000 tax credit."   In addition to having licensed Realtors available at the workshop, prospective buyers will also receive important information about their responsibilities when buying and owning a home from representatives of Realty Title & Escrow and Magna Bank.   "There's so much more to owning a home than getting approved for a loan and getting a great deal," said Edwards. "We also want to educate buyers on what happens after you get the keys to the front door - ensuring that your home is both affordable and that you understand your responsibilities to maintain the property and the costs associated with home ownership."   More About The Crye-Leike Springdale Home Buyer Workshop The Crye-Leike Springdale Homebuyer Workshop will be held Tuesday, October 6, 2009 from 6:30 - 8:00pm at the office located at 6636 W. Sunset Springdale. Realtors will be available on-site to show homes currently available for sale and a representative from Magna Bank will be assisting with mortgage loan pre-approvals.   Mike Spillers from Realty Title & Escrow and Chad Bridger from Magna Bank will be on-hand at workshop. A Spanish and English speaking bi-lingual Realtor associate will also be available.   More About Managing Broker Glenda Edwards Glenda Edwards is a 24-year veteran of real estate sales. She is a licensed Broker in Arkansas assisting buyers and sellers in and around Washington and Benton counties - specializing in all types of residential real estate sales. Glenda is a member of the Metro Board of Realtors, the Arkansas Realtors Association, Rogers Board of Realtors and National Association of Realtors.   For more information on the First Time Homebuyers Workshop and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals please call Managing broker Glenda Edwards at 479-756-2131 or 479-601-5026 and you can email her at glenda.edwards@crye-leike.com.   About Crye-Leike, REALTORS Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located through-out the nine-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina and Oklahoma.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.

BRENTWOOD, TN., The foothills of the Ozarks along the shores of the beautiful Grand Lake O' The Cherokees is the setting for Crye-Leike, REALTORS newest and very first corporate sales center in the State of Oklahoma.   "I am very pleased to announce that Crye-Leike, REALTORS has opened its first retail sales center in the State of Oklahoma in the City of Grove," said Harold Crye, Crye-Leike, REALTORS Cofounder & CEO. "I have visited the Grove area on several occasions and I'm excited to be part of a community with such a rich past of pioneer, cowboy and native American history - and is today one of the state's fastest growing retirement and recreation destinations in the state."   Grove is located just across the state-line from a cluster of Crye-Leike real estate sales offices in nearby Northwest Arkansas. Crye saw an opportunity to join forces with a top producing and an established real estate broker to launch a new Crye-Leike corporate office. He will support it with the marketing and technology necessary with hopes of it becoming the premier real estate firm in the Grand Lake, Grove and Northeast Oklahoma region.   "With our regional corporate headquarters in nearby Rogers, Arkansas we can provide the sales team at Grove with all the tools and support to take real estate sales to new heights," said Crye. "I know once buyers and sellers in the region give us a try, they will realize a new level of service and excellence they've not experienced before."   Crye-Leike Grove is located at 1104 South Main Street in Grove, Oklahoma. It will be under the leadership of Managing Broker Lesa Duffield. She comes to the company with nearly three decades of real estate sales experience working with buyers and sellers in the Grove/Grand Lake, Oklahoma area.   "I am excited with a capital ?E'," said Lesa. "After spending 26 years with my former company, this is definitely long overdue. Me and my fellow Realtor associates are looking forward to growing and expanding with Crye-Leike, REALTORS and serving the public in many ways."   The ?Realtor Sales Team' that will be joining Lesa includes: Norm Carnett, Michele Norwood and Donna Speer. They are licensed Realtors in Oklahoma assisting buyers and sellers with all types of residential and commercial real estate sales with a focus on waterfront and lake access properties. Since 1989 Lesa has provided property rental and management services in and around Grove.   "Our hope is to have an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Grove Chamber of Commerce in a couple weeks or so," said Lesa. "That will give us plenty of time to fully transition our marketing and technology support as the newest corporate sales center in the Crye-Leike, REALTORS family."   More About Managing Broker Lesa Duffield Managing Broker Lesa Duffield is a Native of Grove, Oklahoma, long-time local business owner and twice Past President of the Northeast Oklahoma Board of Realtors.   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals you can contact Managing Broker Lesa Duffield directly by phone at 918-787-6100, fax 918-787-2358 and email: lesad@sbcglobal.net.   About Crye-Leike, REALTORS Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located through-out the nine-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina and Oklahoma.   Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

ATOKA, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS in Atoka invite the public to attend a FREE educational homebuyer's seminar and find out why now is the best time to purchase a home.   "We would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is even considering buying a home right now," said Crye-Leike Atoka Managing Broker Nancy Carroll. "With the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers, with interest rates still at a historical low and with a good selection of homes on the market to choose from, now is a great time for anyone to purchase a home and stop throwing money away on rent."   Potential buyers are encouraged to come ask questions and learn about the entire home buying process from searching for a home and making an offer to signing papers at the closing table.   "The agents in our office decided to offer a free homebuyer seminar to explain the steps involved in buying a home," said Carroll. "We want to educate the public on how they can take advantage of this rare opportunity to receive $8,000 for simply purchasing a home and making their American dream of homeownership a reality."   The seminar will educate buyers on several important home buying topics including: how and where to start looking for a home, how to receive the $8,000 tax credit, information on buying a foreclosure, how to get pre-approved for a home loan, the type of mortgages available, and how to improve your credit score. Magna Bank Loan Specialist Mackie Olstead will be at the seminar answering buyers' financial questions and helping them get pre-approved for a home loan.   The clock is ticking down on the government's $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers as the credit expires November 30. First-time homebuyers and anyone who hasn't owned a home in three years have less than 90 days to search for and close on a home before the opportunity to receive the $8,000 credit ends.   "We don't want anyone who qualifies for the tax credit to miss out on their chance to get the money," said Carroll. "It may seem like there is plenty of time left, but buyers who are serious about getting the tax credit should find a home they like and get the home loan process started as soon as possible. Due to the time it's taking for loans to be approved, buyers who wait may not beat the November 30th deadline."   The seminar will be held at Crye-Leike, REALTORS Atoka Branch Office located at 13690 Highway 51 South on Thursday, September 10th starting at 6:30pm and on Saturday, September 12 starting at 10:00am.   Sellers can also find out about what things they can do to help sell their homes quicker in this current buyers market. Prospective sellers can hear what's happening in their local housing market instead of all the gloom and doom they hear in national media reports.   Agents in Crye-Leike's Atoka office assist buyers and sellers in and around Tipton and Shelby counties. They specialize in all types of residential real estate sales and are members of The National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For more information about the seminar and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals call Crye-Leike Atoka Managing Broker Nancy Carroll at (901) 482-6762 or call Crye-Leike, REALTORS Atoka branch office at (901) 872-1181.   About Crye-Leike, REALTORS Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.    

SPRING HILL, TN., - The clock is ticking down on the government's $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers as the credit expires November 30. First-time homebuyers and anyone who hasn't owned a home in three years have less than 90 days to search for and close on a home before the opportunity to receive the $8,000 credit ends.   Crye-Leike, Realtors in Spring Hill invite the public to attend a FREE educational homebuyer's seminar and find out why now is the best time to purchase a home.   "We would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is even considering buying a home right now," said Crye-Leike Spring Hill Managing Broker Kristin Pendergraft. "With the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers, with interest rates still at a historical low and with a good selection of homes on the market to choose from, now is a great time for anyone to purchase a home and stop throwing money away on rent."   The seminar will educate buyers on several important home buying topics including: how and where to start looking for a home, how to receive the $8,000 tax credit, how to get pre-approved for a home loan, the type of mortgages available, and how to improve your credit score. Magna Bank Loan Specialist Justin Frizzell will be at the seminar answering buyers' financial questions and helping them get pre-approved for a home loan.   "We don't want anyone who qualifies for the tax credit to miss out on their chance to receive $8,000 simply for buying a home," said Frizzell. "Anyone serious about finding a home and getting the money should take action now. The tax credit expires November 30th and due to the time it's currently taking for loans to be approved, buyers should get the process started as soon as possible in order to meet the deadline and receive the money."   Potential buyers are encouraged to come ask questions and learn about the entire home buying process from searching for a home and making an offer to signing papers at the closing table.   "The sooner you can come to one of our seminars, the sooner you can be in your new home and start investing in your future," said Pendergraft. "We want to educate buyers on how they can take advantage of the rare opportunity to receive $8,000 for purchasing a home and make sure everyone in the community knows the tax credit is not only for first-time buyers but also for anyone who hasn't owned a home in three years."   Sellers can also find out about what things they can do to help sell their homes quicker in this current buyers market. Prospective sellers can hear what's happening in their local housing market instead of all the gloom and doom they hear in national media reports.   The seminar will be held at Crye-Leike, REALTORS Spring Hill Branch Office located at 5407 Main Street every Thursday evening in September. The seminars will begin at 6:00pm and last around one hour with plenty of time for questions to be answered and refreshments to be served.   Agents in Crye-Leike's Spring Hill office assist buyers and sellers in and around Maury and Williamson Counties. They specialize in all types of residential real estate sales and are members of The National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For more information about the seminar and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals call Crye-Leike Spring Hill Managing Broker Kristin Pendergraft at (615) 306-2339 or call Crye-Leike's Spring Hill branch office at (931) 487-0070.   About Crye-Leike, REALTORS Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

NASHVILLE, TN., - When new home sales slowed in late 2007, Builder Michael Sullivan reacted and slowed his construction pace too. His calculations resulted in far less un-sold inventory than some of his competitors. Today Michael Sullivan has not only weathered the construction downturn personally but he wasn't forced to slash prices and simultaneously helped to preserve home values.   "It was a tricky call on my part when to slow things down based on market conditions and the drop in new home sales," said Michael Sullivan. "As a result in the Apple Valley community which I developed and was the primary builder - I didn't have a lot of unsold homes and wasn't forced to discount my prices hurting the families that purchased from me when the market was up."   Today Broker Kendra Cooke, one of Crye-Leike, REALTORS' top producing agents, is on board to handle the marketing and sales support for Michael Sullivan as he ramps-up his new construction activity at Apple Valley.   "I have to hand it to him? he's waited for the market to rebound and is listening to the real estate agents and potential buyers," said Kendra Cooke of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "He's back building what consumers want which is a one story home on a level lot with finished bonus rooms, large bedrooms and closets.   Home prices in Apple Valley start at $204,000 and builder/co-developer Michael Sullivan will assist buyers with their closing costs.   "Having worked with many builders across Middle Tennessee, Michael strikes me as being among the most stable and loves meeting with his buyers and delivering what amounts to a custom home with tons of custom-like features that come standard," said Kendra. "His homes offer buyers a nice bang for their buck and in this economy that's so important as people shop around and demand quality at a price they can afford.   The Apple Valley Subdivision is located at the intersection of Red Apple Road and Old Hickory Blvd - just west of Interest 24 in Southeast Davidson County.   "I'm very optimistic about the market, signs of recovery and I'm hoping to complete Apple Valley in the next 18 months to two years," said Michael. "After we finish building there I am eager to start a new project of single family homes."   To learn more about Apple Valley and for your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike, REALTORS Broker Kendra Cooke directly by phone at 615-207-7852, you can email her at Kendra@kendracooke.com and find her on the web at www.kendracooke.com.   About Kendra Cooke Kendra is a Crye-Leike, REALTORS Top Producer and sold more than any associate in the company in Middle Tennessee from 2004 - 2006 and 2008. She's the #1 Agent at the Crye-Leike Smyrna office nine years in a row. In 2005 the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR) named Kendra "Realtor of the Year" and in 2006 awarded her as the Top Individual Listing Agent, Top Individual Selling Agent and a Diamond Award Lifetime Member.   With more than two decades of real estate sales experience, Kendra specializes in all types of residential real estate sales with a focus on first-time buyers, relocation, new home construction, condominiums and townhomes. She is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), and member of the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR), National Association of Realtors (NAR). Kendra currently serves on the Board of Directors for GNAR and TAR and is a partner in Cooke Realty Partners.   Kendra is the current Membership Chair for the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce and an active volunteer with the Rutherford County Boys and Girls Club.   About Michael Sullivan Nashville Native Michael Sullivan launched his construction company in 1995. He's built homes in Brentwood Hamptons, Sugar Valley Subdivision and developed Apple Valley Subdivision and is its primary builder and Homeowners Association President. Michael's family has been in the development/building business his entire life.   Michael's homes are stick framed with custom touches that include: smooth ceilings, hardwood and ceramic floors, crown molding, Corian/granite countertops, wrought iron spindles, irrigation systems and true ventless fireplaces just to name a few. As a hands-on builder, Michael sees his projects through from start to finish and provides a one-year builder warranty and a 2-10 Home Warranty. Michael is always available to assist his buyers personally throughout the entire construction/purchase process. Michael was born and raised in Nashville, graduated from Father Ryan High School and Attended both Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) and Belmont University. He is married and has two daughters who attend Ezell Harding Christian School. Michael is an active member of the Concord-Grandview Baptist Church.   About Crye-Leike, REALTORS Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.        

Fayetteville, AR., - The clock is ticking down on the government's $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers as the credit expires November 30. First-time homebuyers and anyone who hasn't owned a home in three years have less than four months to search for and close on a home before the opportunity to receive the $8,000 credit ends.   Crye-Leike, Fayetteville Realtors Cheryl Culp and Landra Bench invite the public to attend a FREE educational homebuyer's seminar and find out why now is the best time to purchase a home.   "We would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is even considering buying a home right now," said Landra. "With the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers, with interest rates still at a historical low and with a good selection of homes on the market to choose from, now is a great time for anyone to purchase a home and stop throwing money away on rent."   The seminar will educate buyers on several important home buying topics including: how and where to start looking for a home, how to receive the $8,000 tax credit, the importance of finding one qualified agent to help you through the buying process, the importance of working with a knowledgeable lender, how to get pre-approved for a home loan, the type of mortgages available, and how to improve your credit score. Magna Bank Loan Specialist Chad Bridgers will be at the seminar answering buyers' financial questions and everyone in attendance will also receive an informational first-time home buying packet.   Potential buyers are encouraged to come ask questions and learn about the entire home buying process from searching for a home and making an offer to signing papers at the closing table.   "We have designed this to be a very informal seminar where people can feel comfortable to learn about the home buying process and have all their questions answered by professionals," said Cheryl. "We have been hosting the seminars every other Thursday since June and have had great feedback from the attendees who said they learned a lot and would recommend the seminar to friends looking to buy now or just gain valuable knowledge for buying a home down the road."   Sellers can also find out about what things they can do to help sell their homes quicker in this current buyers market. Prospective sellers can hear what's happening in their local housing market instead of all the gloom and doom they hear in national media reports.   The seminar will be held at Crye-Leike, REALTORS Fayetteville branch office located at 1280 East Stearns Street in Fayetteville on Thursday, August 20, 2009 from 5:30 to 7pm. The seminar is also planned to be held on Thursday Sept. 3, 2009 and Thursday Sept. 17, 2009.   "Some people still don't know about the tax credit and our seminar has been very effective in informing potential buyers in the community," said Cheryl. "I just closed on a home for one of the attendees that came to the first homebuyers' seminar we did. They found a home they love and that fit their needs and are in the process of filing for the $8,000 return."   Cheryl Culp and Landra Bench are licensed Realtors in Arkansas assisting buyers and sellers in and around Benton, Washington, and Madison counties. They are members of the Metro Area Board of Realtors (MABR) and National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For more information about the seminar and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals call Crye-Leike Realtor Cheryl Culp at (479) 366-6067 or Realtor Landra Bench at (479) 879-4332. You can e-mail Cheryl at cheryl.culp@crye-leike.com or e-mail Landra at landra.bench@crye-leike.com. Find Cheryl on the web at http://cherylculp.crye-leike.com or Landra on the web at http://landra.crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

CHATTANOOGA, TN - Crye-Leike, REALTORS saw it's sales volume spike in July 2009 - up 25% compared to the same period in 2008 based on Chattanooga MLS Data. The data also shows an increase in the average sales price and Crye-Leike selling one out of every five houses in the region during the month of July.   "These numbers are proof that Chattanoogans are confident in the stability of our city," said Rob Hatchett, Crye-Leike, REALTORS Regional Vice President. "We have been feeling the market pick up over the past couple of months but having cold hard facts that the company experienced a spike in sales of 25% is a great feeling."   Based on the MLS data from July 2009, Crye-Leike sold 228 homes with an average sales price of $160-thousand compared to selling just 193 during the same month in 2008 at an average price of $150-thousand. The company's total sales volume made a dramatic spike - moving up from $29-million in July 2008 to more than $36-million in July 2009. Hatchett points to several factors coming into play to explain the increase.   "The first time homebuyers tax credit deadline is looming so more first timers are making sure they get the free money," said Hatchett. "Secondly many buyers have been waiting for the market to bottom out before buying and with many reports saying the bottom has come buyers are ready to buy before prices start going back up."   Several nationwide indexes have indicated many U.S. metropolitan areas experienced a spike in home sales during the month of July. Hatchett is hopeful the news will bring further confidence to buyers and sellers to get off the sidelines and into the market to list a property or make a purchase.   "With the stock market gains in the past few months - coupled with what's going on in the housing sector - confidence is slowing returning," said Hatchett. "What we'd love to see is more buyers and investors who are realizing gains in the equity and bond markets to put some of those gains back into real estate."   For further information and analysis please contact Crye-Leike, REALTORS Regional Vice President Rob Hatchett directly by phone at 423-756-0771 and you can email him at rob.hatchett@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.

JACKSON, MS., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS in Jackson, Mississippi invite the public to a Back To School Open House Extravaganza on August 15th and 16th. During the two day campaign several of Crye-Leike's Jackson Metro listings will be open for touring with reduced prices on those homes good only during the special event.   "The Back To School Campaign gives buyers a wonderful opportunity to take advantage of our special pricing and will provide our sellers with the opportunity for a quick sale," said Crye-Leike Ridgeland Manager Pam Barr. "Crye-Leike has a passionate commitment to unsurpassed service to its clients. In an effort to continue this service, the Jackson Metro Crye-Leike Branches have designed this Back To School Campaign for our clients and the community to take advantage of amazing special prices."   Crye-Leike' Jackson Metro offices hope to meet and see many people touring homes at the open house extravaganza on Saturday, August 15th from 10am to 4pm and on Sunday, August 16th from 1pm-5pm.   Each open house will have a Crye-Leike Open House sign in the yard with a Crye-Leike balloon bouquet. All the open houses will have many directional signs as possible to attract attention and each home participating will have the full lists of homes with directions to hand out to the public on the day of the extravaganza.   "We are excited for buyers to see all the finest available homes we have on the market in the Hinds, Rankin, and Madison counties of Mississippi," said Barr. "With the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers, with interest rates still at a historical low and with a good selection of homes on the market to choose from, now is a great time for anyone to purchase a home."   A full list of properties included in the special Back To School Open House Extravaganza and other property listings the Jackson Metro Branches have can be viewed on the offices' website at www.crye-leike.com/jacksonopenhouses.   "Anyone who's interested in finding out more about the event can just stop by one of our offices or give us a call," said Barr.   Agents in Crye-Leike's Jackson Metro Flowood Branch and Jackson Metro Ridgeland Branch assist buyers and sellers in and around Madison, Rankin, and Hinds counties specializing in all types of real estate sales.   For more information on the Back To School Open House Extravaganza and for your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact any one of our Jackson Metro Crye-Leike offices by phone at: Flowood Brach (601) 939-5160 or Ridgeland Branch (601) 957-3998 or e-mail the offices at jacksonmetro@crye-leike.com. Find the offices and their listings on the web at http://www.crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

LITTLE ROCK, AR., - The clock is ticking down on the government's $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers as the credit expires November 30. First-time homebuyers and anyone who hasn't owned a home in three years have less than four months to search for and close on a home before the opportunity to receive the $8,000 credit ends.   Crye-Leike, Realtors Ruth Tyson and Cassie Wells invite the public to attend a FREE educational homebuyer's workshop and find out why now is the best time to purchase a home.   "We would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is even considering buying a home right now," said Ruth. "With the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers, with interest rates still at a historical low and with a good selection of homes on the market to choose from, now is a great time for anyone to purchase a home."   The workshop will educate buyers on several important home buying topics including: how and where to start looking for a home, improving your credit score, how to get pre-approved for a home loan, the type of mortgages available and the importance of house inspection and homeowners insurance. Potential buyers are encouraged to come ask questions and learn about the entire home buying process from searching for a home and making an offer to signing papers at the closing table.   "Our goal is to inform the community of the opportunities in real estate and help individuals achieve "the American dream" of owning their own home," said Cassie.   Sellers can also find out about what things they can do to help sell their homes quicker in this current buyers market. Prospective sellers can hear what's happening in their local housing market instead of all the gloom and doom they hear in national media reports. "It's important for the community to be educated about what's involved in the buying and selling process," said Ruth. "We encourage people to come to the workshop and discover their best options for buying and selling in this market. This is a wonderful time to stop throwing money away on rent and start investing in your future."   The workshop will be held at Crye-Leike, REALTORS Kanis Road branch office located at 11600 Kanis Road in Little Rock on Saturday August 8, 2009 starting at 10am. The event is free but an RSVP is encouraged to ensure there will be enough seating for everyone.   Ruth Tyson and Cassie Wells are licensed Realtors in Arkansas assisting buyers and sellers in and around Pulaski, Lonoke, and Saline counties. They are members of the Arkansas Realtors Association (ARA), the Little Rock Realtors Association (LRRA) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Both Ruth and Cassie have their professional real estate designations as Accredited Buyer Representatives (ABR) and Certified Residential Specialists (CRS). Ruth serves as President of the Arkansas CRS Chapter and Cassie serves as Tech Chairperson for the Arkansas CRS Chapter.   "For most individuals, there is no larger decision than buying a home," said Cassie. "People who enlist the help of a Certified Residential Specialist like Ruth and myself are getting a real estate professional with a lot of training, education, and experience to help advise clients with making the best decisions and having a happier move."   To RSVP for the workshop and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals call Crye-Leike Realtor Ruth Tyson at 501-993-2942 or Crye-Leike Realtor Cassie Wells at 501-993-1973. You can e-mail Ruth at ruthtyson4u@yahoo.com or e-mail Cassie at Cassie@CassieWells.com. Find Ruth on the web at http://ruthtyson.crye-leike.com or Cassie on the web at http://cassiewells.crye-leike.com/contact.php.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,000 licensed sales associates based out of more than 120 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

SMYRNA, TN., - The clock is ticking down on the government's $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers as the credit expires November 30. First-time homebuyers and anyone who hasn't owned a home in three years have less than four months to search for and close on a home before the opportunity to receive the $8,000 credit ends.   Crye-Leike Smyrna Realtor Heather Karl invites the public to attend a FREE educational homebuyer's workshop and find out why now is the best time to purchase a home.   "I would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is even considering buying a home right now," said Heather. "With the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers, with interest rates still at a historical low and with a good selection of homes on the market to choose from, now is a great time for anyone to purchase a home."   The workshop will educate buyers on several important home buying topics including: how and where to start looking for a home, successful budgeting, improving your credit score, how to get pre-approved for a home loan and how to receive 100% financing. Potential buyers are encouraged to come ask questions and learn about the entire home buying process from searching for a home and making an offer to signing papers at the closing table.   "It's important for the community to be educated about what's involved in the buying process," said Heather. "I encourage people to come to the workshop and discover their best options for buying in this market. This is a wonderful time to stop throwing money away on rent and start investing in your future."   Magna Bank Loan Specialist Michele Ballard will be at the workshop answering buyers financing questions and providing help with getting pre-approved for a home loan.   The workshop will be held at Crye-Leike, REALTORS Smyrna branch office located at 599 Sam Ridley Parkway on Thursday, July 30th, 2009 starting at 7pm. The event is free but an RSVP is encouraged to ensure there will be enough informational packets and refreshments for everyone.   Attendees will receive a free informational packet with important home buying tips and budgeting plans and can sign up to receive new home listings e-mailed to them daily making their house hunting much easier and quicker.   To RSVP for the workshop and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals call Crye-Leike Realtor Heather Karl at 615-613-2599 or e-mail her at heather.karl@crye-leike.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of more than 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.      

MURFREESBORO, TN., - In the midst of the greatest challenges she's faced in her career selling real estate - Murfreesboro based Crye-Leike Broker Realtor Debbie Mann realized she needed to become better equipped professionally and more energized.   The Mid Year conference of the Women's Council of Realtors (WRC) held in conjunction with the National Realtors (NAR) Conference in Washington D.C. proved to be the place where Debbie needed to be recently. It was a week's worth of timely education, networking and personal growth opportunities she needed now more than ever.   "As a professional real estate Broker I strive to know the latest trends, best techniques and most cost efficient way to help my clients buy and sell homes quickly in this challenging economy," said Debbie. "The week in D.C. was packed with programs and information that will better equip me to make good things happen for my clients in today's housing market."   Debbie says one of her biggest concerns is how she can better serve clients and families relocating in and out of the area - to make the transition easier.   "I've relocated many times myself and I know what clients need to make this transition easier," said Debbie. "At the conference I met some great Realtors and leaders from across the country who will be my partners going forward. I know people in every state now - who I can trust and like me - put the clients comfort and satisfaction first."   Debbie is a licensed Broker Realtor in Tennessee assisting buyers and sellers in and around the Greater Rutherford County area. She is based in the Crye-Leike Murfreesboro branch office located at 1139 NW Broad Street. Debbie specializes in all types of residential real estate sales.   "If you're thinking about selling, don't let someone tell you that you have to give it away," said Debbie. "With the right plan the outcome can meet your expectations and real estate sales and values in Middle Tennessee are better than you know."   Debbie is a member of the Women's Council of Realtors (WCR), Middle Tennessee Association of Realtors (MTAR), Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and National Association of Realtors (NAR). With MTAR she serves on the Government Affairs and Leadership committees.   "As hard as it might seem to many people waiting on the sidelines, this is a great time to buy and invest in real estate," said Debbie. "And sellers can do well too - when together we market a property at the best possible price that is in great condition and presents well."   Debbie lives in Murfreesboro and in the community she supports: Habitat For Humanity, PAWS, the Susan Coleman Foundation and her church. Debbie has sponsored a Little League team for Optimist and served as the Vice President of the Blackman Bullpen Club.   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals contact Murfreesboro based Crye-Leike Broker Realtor Debbie Mann by phone at 615-869-8325, email: Debbie.Mann@crye-leike.com and you can find her on the web at http://Tennessee-Homes4Sale.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of more than 130 corporate and franchise offices located 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

MARBLE HILL, GA., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS has expanded its services in Georgia with the addition of a new retail sales center located at 13350 Highway 53 East in Marble Hill. The office is under the leadership of experienced Sales Manager and Agent Emory Williams.   "The opening of this Crye-Leike office is a valuable addition to the local real estate market," said Williams, "Crye-Leike's new North Georgia office brings to this area an established real estate company that has proved to be #1 in the majority of areas it serves."   Sales Associates in Crye-Leike's Marble Hill office assist buyers and sellers in all of North Georgia focusing on Pickens, Dawson, and Cherokee counties. The new sales center also serves the nearby communities of Big Canoe and Bent Tree. The office is staffed with a highly qualified sales team specializing in all types of residential real estate with a focus on resort and vacation properties.   "The community is better served by having Crye-Leike in the area, both from the sellers' vantage and from the agents' perspective," said Williams. "Agents to whom I have introduced Crye-Leike are greatly impressed, so much so that we have already grown our office 300% starting with only 4 agents and currently having 12 qualified agents. We have attracted some of the top agents in the area and will continue searching for qualified agents to add to our team."   Crye-Leike launched its Marble Hill office on March 1, 2009 naming Williams as its Sales Manager. Prior to joining Crye-Leike, he worked as a Sales Agent for Best Mountain Properties and ReMax Around the Mountains. Before pursuing a career in real estate sales, Williams was a practicing CPA managing his own business.   Williams lives in Big Canoe, Georgia and is a member of the Pickens County Board of Realtors, the Georgia Association of Realtors, and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). He served on the Big Canoe Property Owner's Association Board and is a past president. In 2003-2004, Williams was recognized for his community service to Big Canoe.   "With Crye-Leike, buyers, sellers and agents will find a company that caters to all their needs," said Williams. "Joining the Crye-Leike team has greatly enhanced my experience in real estate."   For all your real estate needs, personal referrals and real estate career opportunities, please contact Crye-Leike's Marble Hill office by phone at (770) 893-3030 and Sales Manager Emory Williams can be reached by phone at (706) 579-1097 or email him at emorydw@windstream.net.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of more than 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: sales, leasing, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion.    

HUNTSVILLE, AL., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the opening of new sales centers in the greater Huntsville, Alabama region. The company's recent growth comes as a result of opening a sales center at 2745 Bob Wallace Avenue and a new venture with the former co-owners of the Coldwell Banker Premier resulting in the addition of more than 40 licensed sales associates.   "When we move into a new city we always try to find a group of successful top producing agents in the region to align ourselves with," said Harold Crye, Crye-Leike, REALTORS Cofounder and CEO. "We definitely think we've made a great connection with the group of former Coldwell Banker Premier agents who have joined us in Huntsville."   Crye-Leike's new office locations in the region include: the former Coldwell Banker Premier location at 4092 Memorial Parkway South, Suite 200 and newly leased space at 2745 Bob Wallace Avenue, Suite F to support a New Homes Division and retail sales center.   "Crye-Leike, REALTORS is the largest real estate firm in many cities throughout the south and we are excited to be increasing our services, presence and experienced licensed agents in the Huntsville, Alabama region," said Rob Hatchett, Crye-Leike Regional Vice President. "We are especially excited to be joining forces with the brokers and associates of the former Coldwell Banker Premier, which greatly increases the number of Crye-Leike licensed agents who can assist buyers and sellers in the greater Huntsville market."   The new Crye-Leike, REALTORS offices, along with the relocation of the company's Madison office to the former Coldwell Banker Premier location at 1591 Hughes Road effectively triples the Crye-Leike footprint of locations in the North Alabama region.   "We are thrilled with this new and exciting transition and our new association with the Crye-Leike, REALTORS company, its family of agents, terrific support staff and state-of-the-art marketing tools," said Roy Claytor, former co-owner of Coldwell Banker Premier. "We are proud of the company's commitment to North Alabama and the support of our associates and loyal clients. Our goal is to become the cornerstone as Crye-Leike's flagship location in North Alabama and help grow the company into the dominant real estate sales operation in the region."   Coldwell Banker Premier was founded January 1, 2000 and within five years became regionally and nationally recognized as a leader in sales and production in Madison County - as well as the number one Coldwell Banker company in Alabama.   "Our family of former Coldwell agents has been committed to professional excellence, continuous training and most of all being a superior support system for each other and our clients," said Claytor. "One of the reasons we chose Crye-Leike - along with the company's strong management, marketing and agent support - was the fact it's a true Southern based company with a strong commitment to quality of service. We want to assure our past as well as future clients that our new association with Crye-Leike will continue our tradition of providing high quality and ethical service, hi-tech tools and the personal attention our clients have come to expect."   Crye-Leike's recently rolled-out 24/7 Info Line - where information on any property for sale is available from any phone - will be among the new technologies and advances the company brings to its agents, buyers and sellers in the Huntsville market. Crye-Leike agents as well as Realtors at other firms will also have available to them the company's real estate listings Appointment Center.   "Instead of agents trying to track-down a seller to show a listed property, Crye-Leike's appointment center takes care of it, seven days a week, "said Hatchett. "Huntsville is a ?techie town' and we are excited to bring these fresh new technologies and know they will be a value - and will only be available with Crye-Leike."   For career opportunities and all your real estate needs and personal referrals contact any one of the company's three Huntsville area locations and Managing Brokers.   Crye-Leike Bob Wallace - Manager Cathie Roussell, (256) 533-0118 cathie.roussell@crye-leike.com   Crye-Leike Madison -Manager Jimmy Hill, (256) 258-0930 jimmy.hill@crye-leike.com   Crye-Leike South Parkway - Manager Scott McDermott, (256) 650-0022 scott.mcdermott@crye-leike.com   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of more than 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: sales, leasing, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion.

MURFREESBORO, TN., - After 20-plus years selling real estate, Crye-Leike, REALTORS Broker Scott Boles remains as motivated about the housing market as the day he started. The manager for Crye-Leike's Murfreesboro branch office recently returned from meetings in Washington D.C. with elected leaders and industry leaders of the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   ?It's an opportunity for those of us in the industry to meet with our elected senators and congressmen face to face and share what's important about home ownership," said Scott. "It's important they hear from us as constituents who can impress upon them what's going on in our communities - and offer feedback on the measures initiated thus far to help homeowners and homebuyers."   Scott was also able to learn how other regions of the county are grappling with the issues in the housing market. He spent time listening to others and sharing his own experiences. Scott believes that by coming together the real estate market can be stimulated and in turn stimulate the whole economy.   "The theme throughout my time in D.C. with other leaders in the real estate industry is how do we work collectively to stabilize the housing market," said Scott. "I believe one of our strongest opportunities is to motivate individuals who have never owned a home or who haven't owned one for at least three years to purchase this year and take full advantage of the $8,000 tax credit opportunity."   Scott and the Realtors in his office have worked tirelessly to get the word out - to young people especially who have never owned a home before. As a 2009 - 2011 member of the Board of Directors to the NAR representing the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) Scott reaches beyond his own company to impress upon his colleagues that first time homebuyers represent a huge opportunity.   In addition to managing Crye-Leike Murfreesboro office, Scott is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and Graduate REALTOR Institute. He is a leading member of MTAR, NAR and the Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR). Scott is a past president of MTAR and currently serves on its Governmental Affairs and Professional Standards committee.   Scott is a licensed Broker in Tennessee with more than 20 years of real estate sales experience working with buyers and sellers in and around Rutherford and Bedford counties. He specializes in all types of sales including Professional Office/Medical Leasing and provides leadership to his growing office sales team in a changing market.   For career opportunities, all your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike Murfreesboro Managing Broker Scott Boles at 615-895-9518, email scott@schottboles.com and you can find him on the web at www.scottboles.com.   Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike?, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of more than 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: sales, leasing, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion.

Crye-Leike, REALTORS Agents and Employees in Bella Vista celebrated their Grand Opening on Friday May 15th with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony and reception from 3-6pm.   Many community leaders and Bentonville/Bella Vista Chamber of Commerce members stopped by to visit the office. Joining in the celebration throughout the evening were approximately 600 members from the community. Everyone in attendance enjoyed lots of food and live music that entertained the crowds.   Crye-Leike's Bella Vista office has been open for business since March 16, 2009 operating with a highly qualified sales force of 23 full-time agents. They join more than 3,500 licensed sales associates currently assisting buyers and sellers across the eight state southern region served by Crye-Leike. The Bella Vista agents bring a combined total of 239 years of experience to their customers.   Sales Agents in Crye-Leike's Bella Vista office assist buyers and sellers primarily in the Bella Vista community but also have listings and assist clients throughout Northwest Arkansas. Managing Broker Dave Mishler and many other agents in the office are also licensed Realtors in Missouri. The agents specialize in residential, land, farms, townhomes, vacation properties, and commercial real estate. In 2010, the office plans to offer Property Management services.   The opening of the Bella Vista office brings Crye-Leike's total of residential sales offices to eight for it's Northwest Region.   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike's Bella Vista branch office at (479) 876-6800. To find out about how to join their team, contact Managing Broker Dave Mishler by phone at 479-903-5085 or e-mail him at dave.mishler@crye-leike.com. Find Dave on the web at http://davemishler.crye-leike.com/.

MEMPHIS, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS will roll out the red carpet providing star treatment to its devoted agents and employees on Tuesday, May 19th in the company's Memphis Regional Headquarters Office located at 6525 Quail Hollow Road.   The screen writer, director, and producer of this Blockbuster Hollywood style event is Crye-leike's Regional Headquarters Quail Hollow Managing Broker Landis Foy. He leads the office on a daily basis and now is motivating his focus team of outstanding agents and employees who have worked together planning the entire event.   "A stretch limousine will pick up the award recipients and bring them to the front of our building at 10:45 where they will be pinned with a carnation and interviewed over a public address system so everyone can hear their comments," said Foy. "They will then walk on our 50 foot red carpet and make their way to the second floor for the awards ceremony where each person will be recognized in a very special and personal way."   The event will honor Crye-Leike's top multi-million dollar producers with the company's Multi-Million Dollar Club Award. Agents and Employees who have served Crye-Leike for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years will be presented with a company service award.   "This is our office's Annual Awards Gala where we will honor the most recent Multi-Million Dollar Club members from first year to new life members plus pay tribute to the 62 existing life members of our Multi-Million Dollar Club," said Foy. "We will also present service awards recognizing our Agents and Employees for their continuous dedicated commitment to Crye-Leike providing excellent service to all of our real estate clients."   Following the awards ceremony, everyone in attendance will be treated to a delicious catfish luncheon with hushpuppies, French fries, cole slaw and desserts prepared by Crye-Leike's Insurance department and the Quail Hollow office's Sunshine Committee.   "Being the Regional Headquarters in Memphis, our office has a support committee with so much energy and creativity that focuses entirely on bringing everyone in the building together as a team. We host fun events which boost the morale and the production of all," said Foy. "The Awards Gala is Crye-Leike's time to put those agents who have been so very much a part of our success in the limelight, and we intend to do that 100% with our red carpet celebration."   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike's Quail Hollow Managing Broker Landis Foy at 901-756-8900 or e-mail him at lfoy@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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.      

BELLA VISTA, AR., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is pleased to announce the formal Grand Opening Celebration for its new Bella Vista, Arkansas branch office located at 3463 Bella Vista Way. The company invites the public, community leaders and fellow Realtors to join in the grand opening festivities and reception to be held on Friday, May 15th from 3pm until 6pm. A formal ribbon cutting ceremony will be held earlier during the day.   "Crye-Leike is the number one real estate company in Arkansas and company leaders couldn't have picked a better community to open their eighth sales office in the Northwest region," said Dave Mishler, Crye-Leike's Bella Vista Branch Managing Broker. "Bella Vista was recently listed as one of the Top 10 retirement spots in the United States, and I can easily see why. I have been proud to call Bella Vista home for 18 years now and think it's a wonderful place to live."   Crye-Leike's Bella Vista office has been open for business since March 16, 2009 operating with a highly qualified sales force of 23 full-time agents. They join more than 3,500 licensed sales associates currently assisting buyers and sellers across the eight state southern region served by Crye-Leike. The Bella Vista agents bring a combined total of 239 years of experience to their customers.   "We would like to invite the community to come by and visit our new office," said Mishler. "We hope many of our neighbors will stop by the grand opening and join us in celebrating with lots of fun, food and music that is planned. There will be hot dogs, hamburgers, soft drinks and desserts plus live music to entertain us all."   Mishler recently transferred his license to Crye-Leike from ReMax Real Estate Results in Bella Vista in order to serve Crye-Leike as Managing Broker. With ReMax, he served as Principal Broker for three years. Since 1994 he has been a licensed Realtor in Arkansas and has sold more than $86 million in real estate. Dave's entire professional career has been focused in sales and marketing. He served as the Sales and Marketing Director with the Kimberly-Clark Corporation for 26 years and established the team office to service the Wal-mart Corporation.   "I built my business on trust, credibility, professionalism, and exceeding expectations," said Mishler. "I now add to that by helping my agents achieve their own level of success and build their business through superior customer service."   Sales Agents in Crye-Leike's Bella Vista office assist buyers and sellers primarily in the Bella Vista community but also have listings and assist clients throughout Northwest Arkansas. Managing Broker Dave Mishler and many other agents in the office are also licensed Realtors in Missouri. The agents specialize in residential, land, farms, townhomes, vacation properties, and commercial real estate. In 2010, the office plans to offer Property Management services.   "I continue to look for and recruit agents looking to be associated with our company that is the new standard for real estate service," said Mishler. "Crye-Leike offers agents services that other Real Estate companies do not offer as well as a compensation program second to none with minimum agent expense. It really is great to be with the number one real estate company in Arkansas and the fourth largest real estate firm in the nation."   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike's Bella Vista branch office at (479) 876-6800. To find out about how to join their team, contact Managing Broker Dave Mishler by phone at 479-903-5085 or e-mail him at dave.mishler@crye-leike.com. Find Dave on the web at http://davemishler.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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.      

MEMPHIS, TN, - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the opening of Crye-Leike, Downtown - a full service real estate and leasing sales center in the heart of Memphis. The new venture - located at 8 South Third Street in Memphis - brings together the city's largest and most well known real estate brand with the downtown real estate sales dominance offered by a team of former Henry Turley Company associates - together launching Crye-leike Downtown. "We're excited about this opportunity to join with associates of the Henry Turley Company," said Dick Leike, Cofounder & President of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "By utilizing existing space and changing the central focus of our existing property management office space downtown to one of residential sales and leasing, we saw an opportunity to better serve downtown, which we see as a good long term growth market." Crye-Leike, Downtown is a new presence for an existing Crye-Leike location at 8 South Third Street that had operated solely as a Property Management office. It has now been converted to a residential real estate sales and leasing center to accommodate a new Realtor team and focus on sales. Crye-Leike's Jerry Schile will serve as Principal Broker. Former Henry Turley Company Vice President of Sales Jason Durston brings to Crye-Leike a listing inventory in excess of $14-million. Joining him in the move from Turley are sales associates: Mike Parker, Kris Gavin and Justin Sharpe. "When Henry Turley and I recently discussed the new direction he wanted to take his development firm, one of the residential real estate companies he pointed me to was Crye-Leike," said Jason. "We talked to several firms but Crye-Leike, Dick Leike, Harold Crye and Memphis General Manager Steve Brown clearly stood out from the others. With Crye-Leike's desire to focus more on downtown and our desire to align with a company that puts innovation and customer service ahead of everything else - Crye-Leike was the only choice. The company's ranking as #1 in Memphis and #4 in the nation with strong brand and name recognition were key factors in our decision." The following projects are being brought to Crye-Leike, Downtown from the Turley company: the 18-story Goodwin Condominium Tower and leasing opportunities in the three building Courtsquare Center Development. "Downtown is one of a few markets in the Memphis region which is showing a higher median price this year over last," said Harold Crye, Cofounder & CEO of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "It's one of the few places in Shelby County where you can still see construction cranes operating on the new Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, the Horizon and several luxury apartment buildings." Crye-Leike, Downtown is centrally located at the corner of Third & Madison - adjacent to the Autozone Park - home of the Memphis AAA Redbirds baseball team. The building was originally home to Memphis Light, Gas and Water. Principal Broker Jerry Schile previously served as the Manager of Crye-Leike's downtown Property Management Office at the South Third Street location. He joined the company in 1998 to serve as the Managing Broker at Crye-leike in Millington and since 2003 he has served as Crye-Leike Property Manager in the downtown location. His mission now is one of maintaining leasing services and leading a new residential real estate sales team with a focus on selling downtown Memphis. Since 1994 Jerry has been a licensed Realtor in Tennessee and a licensed Broker since 1998. Jerry is a Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI), Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) and member of the Memphis Area Association of Realtors (MAAR) Multi-Million Dollar Sales Producer. Prior to his career in real estate Jerry managed United States Navy Training and Education Programs in West Tennessee from 1964 to 1996. Jerry is Retired, US Air Force, active in Boy Scouts of America and served as a Scoutmaster for 10 years. For career opportunities please contact General Manager Steve Brown at 901 756 8900 or stevebrown@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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: sales, leasing, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion.

Nashville, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS Affiliate Brokers Lee Campbell and Charlie Fenner are teaming up with Magna Bank Loan Officer Michele Ballard offering the community a FREE Homebuyer's 101 Workshop that will provide professional advice and information to prospective buyers and sellers considering a purchase or sale in today's tricky housing market.   "We feel that there are a lot of people out there who are nervous about owning their own home and confused about how the housing market is doing," said Crye-Leike Midtown Affiliate Broker Lee Campbell. "They are not sure if they should wait six months to a year from now and others are afraid to even take the first step and apply for a home loan. We believe that the public needs the help of a good real estate agent more than ever these days, and we are tying to get as much information out to the public as possible."   The Home Buying 101 Workshop will be focused on helping first-time home buyer's and anyone who hasn't owned a home in 3 years learn how they can take advantage of the $8,000 stimulus tax credit available to them if they purchase a home in 2009.   "We understand that buying your first home is a big and frightening step," said Crye-Leike Midtown Affiliate Broker Charlie Fenner. "The workshop is designed to help relieve some of the stress in the home buying process. There are a lot of people who do not understand what the new $8,000 stimulus tax credit means for them and how they don't have to pay this money back like people had to do with the first $7,500 tax incentive."   During the workshop, Affiliate Brokers Lee Campbell and Charlie Fenner and Loan Officer Michele Ballard will educate prospective buyers on several important topics that people experience in the home buying process. They will walk potential buyers through the entire buying process starting with locating that perfect home, writing an offer, to signing papers at the closing table. The real estate professionals will also go over the importance of knowing your credit report and take buyers through the loan process helping them get pre-qualified for a home loan and discuss any financing questions the buyer may have.   Another important detail potential home buyers will learn at the workshop is why now is a great time for anyone to invest in a home.   "In today's market conditions, now is an excellent time to purchase a home in this buyer's market," said Lee. "With more affordable homes, historically low interest rates and a number of homes on the market to choose from, now is the perfect time for anyone to invest in their future."   The workshop will be held on Thursday, April 30th, 2009 at Crye-Leike's Midtown branch office located at 1819 Broadway in Nashville, starting at 6pm.   "Although the Home Buying 101 Workshop is geared more towards the first-time buyers and anyone who hasn't owned a home in 3 years, everyone is welcome to attend." said Lee. "I would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is even considering buying a home right now to come sit down with us and go over all the concerns and questions you have. If you are currently renting, stop throwing your money away and start investing."   Lee Campbell and Charlie Fenner are licensed Affiliate Brokers in Tennessee assisting buyers and sellers in primarily Davidson County. They specialize in residential real estate with a focus on first-time homebuyers. Both Lee and Charlie are members of the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   For more information on the workshop call Affiliate Broker Lee Campbell on his cell at 615-596-8293 or contact Affiliate Broker Charlie Fenner at 615-416-1660. Lee can be reached by e-mail at lee.campbell@crye-leike.com and Charlie can be e-mailed at charlie.fenner@crye-leike.com. Loan officer Michele Ballard can be reached by phone at 615-330-3885 or by e-mail at michele.ballard@magnabank.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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

Benton, AR., - Crye-Leike, REALTOR Melinda Abernathy is teaming up with Cornerstone Mortgage Lender Randy DeLay offering the community a FREE Homebuyer's Seminar that will provide professional advice and information to prospective buyers and sellers considering a purchase or sale in today's tricky housing market.   "I would like to extend an invitation to anyone who is even considering buying a home right now," said Crye-Leike Realtor Melinda Abernathy. "If you are currently renting, stop throwing your money away and start investing. With so many homes on the market and interest rates at a historical low, now is the perfect time to start investing in your future."   The seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at the Bob Herzfeld Library in Benton, Arkansas starting at 6pm.   "Now is a great time for anyone to purchase a home, but there is extra incentive for first-time homebuyers or anyone who hasn't owned a home in three years," said Melinda. "These folks qualify to receive an $8,000 stimulus tax credit if they buy a house in 2009. Many people have already taken advantage of this rare opportunity and use the money to help makeover, furnish and decorate their new home."   Topics up for discussion at the seminar will include issues such as how and where to start looking for a home, why home inspections are important, knowing what a buyer can afford, the benefits of a home warranty, improving your credit score and most importantly why now is a great time to buy. Cornerstone Mortgage Lender Randy DeLay will be available to discuss any financing questions and to help buyers with getting pre-qualified for a home loan.   Sellers can also find out about what things they can do to help sell their homes quicker in this current buyers market. Prospective sellers can hear what's happening in their local housing market instead of all the gloom and doom they hear in national media reports.   "The seminar will help people in our communities be familiar with all sides and aspects of the transaction and will provide a wonderful opportunity for them to discuss what's going on in today's market," said Melinda. "It's important for the community to be educated about what's involved in the buying and selling process. We encourage everyone to come ask questions, learn about buying or selling their home, and discover their best options in today's market."   Melinda Abernathy is a licensed Realtor in Arkansas assisting buyers and sellers in and around Saline, Pulaski and Hot Spring counties. She specializes in residential real estate focusing on first-time homebuyers. Melinda is a member of the Benton/Bryant Realtors Association and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).   "When working with a client, I strive to provide excellent professionalism and service by making sure they are completely involved in and understand every step of the process," said Melinda. "I want anxious sellers and first time buyers to be confident about the process in the current residential housing environment that we're in right now."   For more information on the seminar or to register call Melinda Abernathy at 501-844-1665 or you can e-mail her at melinda.abernathy@crye-leike.com. Find her on the web at http://melindaabernathy.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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.    

Crye-Leike, REALTORS is pleased to announce the winners of $25 gift cards awarded during the recent visit by Atlanta Builder John Willis to Chattanooga. Willis took part in a "Meet The Builder" Realtor lunch held at the Village at Greenway on Tuesday, March 17, 2009.   Nearly 40 realtors toured the 8 new condos & enjoy the catered lunch. On hand were... John Willis, of John Willis Homes (The Builder), Scott Johnson & Hank Nix (John Willis Homes Project Foremen), Judie Woodall (Marketing Director of John Willis Homes) and Don Uptegraff (Senior Vice President of Georgian Bank) which owns the property.   In the evening a dessert and coffee question/answer time hosted by Crye-Leike, REALTORS Agents Kathy Mittelstadt and Lolie Ward gave the 29 families living at Village at Greenway the opportunity to discuss future construction and development plans.   Crye-Leike's Listing Agents Kathy Mittelstadt & Lolie Ward summed-up the event saying, "We are excited so many fellow Realtors came out to enjoy the festivities of the day and preview the beautiful new condos."

NASHVILLE, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS has expanded its services in Southeast Nashville/Davidson County with the addition of a new retail sales center at 12647 Old Hickory Blvd. It is Crye-Leike's Starwood office - a fitting name for a real estate office located a mere ? mile from the site of the famed and former Starwood Amphitheater.   "Starwood represents the company's return to an area of Nashville that we once served with a sales office up until the late 1990s," said Harold Crye, Cofounder & CEO of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "We're glad to have Realtors based there again - assisting a very diverse community where even in this down housing market, home prices and sales have not seen a substantial drop."   On site Crye has constructed a two-building retail center totaling nearly 20-thousand square feet. Of that, the Crye-Leike Real Estate Center will occupy approximately 6-thousand and the rest will be available for lease.   "We anticipate that once the housing market begins to pick-up again, the residential and retail projects proposed for the former Starwood location will get back on track," said Crye. "Regional planners are projecting a population boom in the area and addressing it with road widening projects to handle the anticipated growth. We're excited to be a part of the community and look forward to helping the area develop."   Crye has selected Realtor Tim Mills as Managing Broker for the company's new Crye-Leike Starwood location. Tim has been overseeing the development, launch and recruitment of new associates to the new sales center location. He is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), member of the Crye-leike Multi-Million Dollar Club (MMDC) and National Association of Realtors (NAR).   "The area has long been underserved and in this economic downturn the few small real estate firms that had been active in the area have either closed their doors or merged with larger companies," said Tim Mills, Managing Broker of Crye-Leike Starwood. "Future redevelopment, a new Metro High School and other projects make this an ideal setting for us to launch a new office in 2009 and most importantly we think this is a great place to live and raise a family."   Assisting Tim is Wanda Batson who will serve as the Starwood Office Administrator.   For all your real estate needs, personal referrals and real estate career opportunities, please contact Crye-Leike Starwood by phone at (615) 641-6305 and Managing Broker Tim Mills at 615-796-9500 and e-mail tim.mills@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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.

NOLENSVILLE, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce Top Producing Agent Kendra Cooke and Experienced New Construction Associate Jane Huddleston and on-site Sales Manager Angela Crutcher have teamed-up to take-over the marketing and sales at Sunset Park in Nolensville Tennessee.   The agents join several active local builders in the community - with a collective history of new home construction in Williamson County. Each brings to the table a unique building style and among them is Jimmy Franks, President of Tennessee Valley Homes - a leader in the industry for more than two decades.   "I see a positive trend revealing itself in our market," said Jimmy. "More than 95% of the customers in our market have no mortgage issues and I'm starting to see consumer confidence slowly coming back."   Jimmy recognizes the challenges in the current market and the opportunity. With historically low interest rates he says it's a great time for buyers.   "The housing market is going through a major reform unlike anything most of us have ever seen," said Jimmy. "The housing market got us here and housing will get us out. We will recover before we know we have recovered."   Jimmy says in the future builders and developers are going to be more creative and consumers are going to benefit. He says evidence of this shift can be seen at Sunset Park.   "We are going to be catering to baby boomers and have homes that are less square footage but high end finishes," said Jimmy. "Our one-story homes are very popular right now but we'll continue to deliver a two-story plan at Sunset Park which will offer two bedrooms on the first floor."   Jimmy and the team of builders is pleased to be joining together in the new home community, centrally located in Williamson County with easy access to I-840 and Rutherford County.   The homes feature a European flair with several floor plans to choose from and upgrades that include: covered decks and outdoor fireplaces... along with many more items that new home buyers are looking for today.   "In a year when the residential homes sales market looks to be rebounding we are very excited to be representing a group of new home builders offering an amazing new community of homes in a wonderful location," said Kendra. "We'll be focusing our attention on the Stratford Homes Series which offers both single and two story living with market sensitive prices starting in the $400's."   From granite countertops, hardwood, tile flooring and mail level masters on the inside to extensive landscaping, sidewalks, underground utilities, uniform gas lanterns & mailboxes and a community pool and cabana outside - Sunset Park brings it all together at a competitive price. Buyers have the option of choosing from homes that are ready now or can select their own lot to build a custom dream home.   Kendra is a Crye-Leike, REALTORS Top Producer and sold more than any associate in the company in Middle Tennessee from 2004 - 2006 and 2008. She's the #1 Agent at the Crye-leike Smyrna branch office, nine years in a row. In 2005 the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR) named Kendra "Realtor of the Year" and in 2006 awarded her as the Top Individual Listing Agent, Top Individual Selling Agent and a Diamond Award Lifetime Member.   Jane Huddleston, formerly of Bob Parks Realty, joined Kendra and her team at Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 2008. She is a real estate partner on the team specializing in new home construction and development. Jane will also market the team's listings in Williamson County.   "I have more than five years of experience in new construction, residential home sales, lot sales and land development," said Jane. "Kendra and I really compliment each other on this project. We offer clients a skilled team approach to help them with all the choices in buying a new construction home and the confidence of years of combined experience in the industry."   Jane is certified by the Realtors Land Institute in Subdivision Development and is a Certified New Homes Sales Professional. She brings experience from her years with Park Trust Development - Tennessee's largest residential developer. Jane is a member of the Williamson County Association of Realtors (WCAR) and is based out of Crye-Leike, REALTORS' Brentwood West branch office.   The subdivision has a furnished model that is available for showings seven days a week - and staffed by team member Angela Crutcher. She is a Williamson County Native with nearly nine years of onsite sales and new construction experience. Angela is an active member of the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors.   "Since Angela was previously with John Wieland Homes and has a great sales record in Williamson County she is a perfect fit for our team," said Kendra.   To learn more about the Homes of Sunset Park in Nolensville, for your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike, REALTORS Associates Kendra Cooke at 615-207-7852, email: Kendra@kendracooke.com and Jane Huddleston 615-522-7080, email: jane.huddleston@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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.

MEMPHIS, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is pleased to announce Affiliate Broker Jimmie Tapley and her husband Broker Bob Tapley have been named to the 3rd annual Top 200 Real Estate Professionals in the country. Their ranking, researched and compiled by REAL Trends, Inc. places the Tapley's at Number 26 on the Top 200 List among "Team Transactions."   "We are honored and humbled by this award," said Jimmie Tapley.   The Wall Street Journal and REAL Trends, Inc. set out to identify the most successful real estate agents in the country for recognition through this annual project.   The Real Estate Top 200 rankings were announced in November 2008 at the National Association of REALTORS?' Annual Conference and Expo in Orlando at a gala awards presentation and dinner. The Top 200 agents came after exhaustive research by project coordinators who received nearly 2,000 completed applications and profiles.   "Simply put, these guys are good," says Steve Murray, founder of the Denver-based REAL Trends, which compiled the list along with The Wall Street Journal and lore magazine. "Good people tend to do better when markets are tougher."   The Top 200 list recognizes both teams and single agents. Individuals must have generated a minimum of $30 million in annual sales volume and 75 transactions and for teams the qualifying minimum is $50 million in sales and 125 transactions. As a team, Jimmie and Bob closed approximately 360 transactions.   Among the roughly 3,500 agents affiliated with Crye-Leike, REALTORS they were the only agents in the company selected for this esteemed honor. Another way to look at it is that they are now ranked in the top 1 percent of the more than 1.2 million REALTORS? nationwide.   The Wall Street Journal's Business Development Group, REAL TRENDS, INC., a leading source of analysis and information for the residential real estate brokerage industry, and lore Magazine developed the Real Estate Top 200 awards program jointly.   The Real Estate Top 200 honors America's elite real estate agents and their companies, many of which have forged longstanding business relationships with The Wall Street Journal. The Real Estate Top 200 is compiled and analyzed by REAL Trends with winners published in a special advertising supplement of The Wall Street Journal, lore Magazine and on www.WSJ.com/RealEstate, The Wall Street Journal's real estate Web site.   Jimmie and Bob are licensed Realtors in Tennessee and Mississippi assisting clients in Shelby, Fayette, Tipton and DeSoto counties. They specialize in residential, REO, foreclosure, first-time homebuyers, relocation and new home construction sales. Jimmie and Bob combined have nearly 60 years of real estate sales experience.   Jimmie is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES). Bob is a licensed Broker. The Tapley's are also recipients of Crye-Leike's most prestigious honor, The Circle of Excellence and have been awarded the title, Vice President of Crye-Leike.   For all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike's Top Ranked Jimmie and Bob Tapley by phone at 901-683-0607, email: tapleyjb@gmail.com or jimmieandbobtapley@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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

CHATTANOOGA, TN, - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is pleased to welcome Atlanta builder John Willis to Chattanooga on Tuesday, March 17, 2009. The award winning Georgia developer is traveling to the city for meetings with local Realtors and homeowners in an effort to build better relations in the midst of the current challenging housing market.   John Willis is constructing new homes at "The Village at Greenway" in Chattanooga with sales support from Crye-Leike, REALTORS. It's a development his Georgia firm "John Willis Homes" stepped-in to rescue after the original builder walked-off the project in early 2008.   "John understands the challenges in new construction and the current housing market better than most," said Kathy Mittelstadt, an Agent with Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "He's taking the extraordinary step of coming to town to meet face to face with local Realtors and residents. He wants to listen to concerns and personally convey his commitment to Chattanooga and the investment people have made in the community he has taken on here."   John's schedule on Tuesday, March 17th begins with a visit to "The Village At Greenway" for a luncheon and meeting at the community clubhouse with Chattanooga area Realtors. In the evening he will visit informally with the current residents and owners to offer a "State of the Market" report and spend time addressing concerns and answering questions about the future development plans for the community.   "This is a great opportunity for local Realtors to meet with a builder who is open to new ideas and is willing to listen," said Lolie Ward, an Agent with Crye-Leike, REALTORS. "We would like to encourage every local Realtor to join us for John's visit. It promises to be a very enlightening opportunity with an expert in construction and development who has a lot of insight to share."     As an added incentive, Realtors who attend the luncheon have a chance to win one of five $25 gift cards. Through March 31, 2009 any Realtor who can present a perfected purchase contract for a home at "The Village at Greenway" will be eligible to receive a $5,000 bonus.   Joining John Willis on his Chattanooga visit will be Don Updegraff, a Senior Vice President with Georgian Bank in Atlanta. The bank currently owns the unsold home inventory at the Village at Greenway, the undeveloped land and is financing the ongoing construction of new units.   The Village of Greenway was originally developed and sold by a builder who left the project in early 2008. The community is now under new management and with the committed team of John Willis Homes and Crye-Leike, REALTORS. The community is convenient to great shopping & dining, churches of many faiths, Erlanger North hospital and Downtown Chattanooga is just 10 minutes away.   The homes starting at $214,900 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.   The Village at Greenway is located at 1134 Mountain Creek Road in Chattanooga. Office hours are Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.   For more information on the Realtor lunch, The Village at Greenway and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals please contact Lolie Ward by phone at 423-618-5898 and email Lolie@lolieward.com or Kathy Mittelstadt by phone at 423-305-0034 and email kathy.mittelstadt@crye-leike.com. They are based out of the Crye-Leike Hixson branch office located at 5870 Highway 153 in Hixson.   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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.

MEMPHIS, TN.,- Realty Title & Escrow of Memphis congratulates its associates for a successful 2008 Fitness Challenge which generated more than 60-thousand minutes of exercise. The challenge, involving 26 employees consisted of each participant performing at least 60 minutes of cardiovascular exercise per week. At the end of the year the minutes were added up and so were the pounds lost in the process. "This was a real achievement for everyone involved and it is so gratifying to see how the activity has benefited everyone who participated," said Matt McDonald, Realty Title & Escrow President. "We may have been so bold as to keep track of the weight loss, and we had a few employees last year that actually lost in excess of 40 pounds." Based on the popularity and success of the 2008 Challenge, McDonald says for 2009 the goal each week will be 120 minutes of exercise. Last year employees incorporated all types of workouts including: running, walking, weight training, yoga, Pilates and team sports. "The state of the real estate market in 2008 only compounded the stress that our employees faced on a daily basis," said Matt. "It was the perfect year to get them physically active and focused on something personal - something that always seems to linger in the back of everyone's mind - getting in shape." For many years the owner of Realty Title & Escrow, Harold Crye, CEO & Cofounder of Crye-Leike, REALTORS has been impressing upon company employees and associates to get in shape. As a fitness enthusiast himself, Crye leads by example based on his own regular weekly workout routine. "I commend the employees at Realty Title for their commitment to live healthier lifestyles," said Crye. "It's a proven fact, if you exercise regularly and maintain a healthy diet you will feel better, live better and work better. I encourage all of our associates to pair-up for walks or workouts which is a lot like having a fitness coach and an accountability partner to keep you on track." Workers participating in the Realty Title Fitness Challenge post weekly progress reports as a way of holding everyone accountable and motivated. "While not everyone participated, the success we experienced exceeded my expectations," said Matt. "I truly was amazed with the progress that some of the employees made. Now that we have momentum, we've raised the bar for 2009's Challenge. For all your real estate closing needs and personal referrals contact Realty Title & Escrow president Matt McDonald by phone at 901-260-4055, email: mmcdonald@realtytitle.com and you can find Realty Title & Escrow on the web at www.realtytitle.com. In business since 1985, Realty Title & Escrow has closed over 43,000 transactions. Realty Title & Escrow was formed in 1987 and recently celebrated its 20-year anniversary. The company maintains Regional Headquarters in Brentwood, Memphis and Chattanooga Tennessee, Little Rock Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi. Today, Realty Title & Escrow is serving the real estate title and closing needs of primarily residential lenders, buyers, sellers and Realtors in 28 communities across the Mid South region. In Middle Tennessee, Realty Title & Escrow serves clients in over 20 counties including: Williamson, Davidson, Rutherford, Wilson, Maury, Hickman, Dickson, Cheatham, Sumner, Montgomery, and Robertson.    

FAYETTEVILLE, AR., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to congratulate real estate newcomer Agent Cheryl Culp, recently named by the Metro Area Board of Realtors (MABR) as it's 2008 Rookie of the Year. Cheryl is an Sales Agent with Crye-Leike based out of the company's branch office in Fayetteville, Arkansas, located at 1280 East Stearns Street.   "This was so unexpected and such an honor for me," said Cheryl. "A nomination alone is a honor but to actually receive it is unbelievable and an award I will cherish forever."   The MABR award is given annually to the one agent selected who best exemplifies the spirit and professionalism of Realtors everywhere. Cheryl places some of the credit on receiving the honor with Crye-Leike Fayetteville Managing Broker Dale McCauley, and Executive Broker Tracy Wheeler who placed her name and accomplishments in nomination.   "To be recognized by your peers in such a way is very humbling and appreciated," said Cheryl. "I have always believed that as a Realtor we have a wonderful opportunity to not only serve our clients and customers with a high level of professionalism but to serve our community."   Cheryl is a member of the Metro Area Board of Realtors (MABR), Arkansas Realtors Association (ARA) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). With the ARA in 2007 Cheryl was appointed to serve on the Equal Opportunity Committee and with MABR she serves on the Education Committee and Project Realtor Restore.   "Through my involvement with our local, state and national associations and boards, I continue to gain education in the profession we serve," said Cheryl. "There are many Realtors who do this everyday and to be recognized for it makes me extremely proud."   In addition to her involvement in various real estate related associations, Cheryl is an active member of the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce. This past Christmas she helped lead an effort at the Crye-Leike Fayetteville office that provided a brighter Christmas for 16 children and four families in need at the Children's House by giving them gifts and items they requested on a Christmas wish list.   Cheryl is a licensed Sales Agent in Arkansas, assisting buyers and sellers in and around Washington and Benton Counties. She is a Certified Relocation Associate (CRA) with Crye-Leike, REALTORS specializing in all types of residential real estate sales. In 2008, Cheryl received her At Home With Diversity certification from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), a course that addresses issues of diversity, fair housing and cultural differences.   Prior to obtaining her real estate license Cheryl was employed for eleven years as a Medical Billing Supervisor at St. Mary's Hospital.   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals contact Crye-Leike Agent Cheryl Culp by phone at 479-366- 6067, email cheryl.culp@crye-leike.com and you can find her on the web at http://cherylculp.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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.

CUMMING, GA., Crye-Leike, REALTORS is proud to announce the launch of property management service from the company's offices in Cumming, Georgia located at 5950 Bethelview Road in Cumming. The division is under the leadership of Real Estate and Property Management Veteran Debbie Ahmad. She has been appointed to the post of General Manager.   "Crye-Leike offers the most comprehensive and personal commitment to one of the most important investments in your life," said Debbie. "It's a real pleasure to combine my years of service with the company's systems and 30 plus year reputation in property management to the Greater Atlanta region and beyond. Crye-Leike is the best in the business."   From its headquarters in Cumming, Debbie and her team of associates specialize in management of residential housing, homeowners associations, commercial management as well as vacation rentals. As Debbie likes to say, "If it's anything manageable - we'll manage it."   Debbie is a licensed Realtor in Georgia, assisting buyers, sellers and property owners with more than 16 years of real estate sales and property management experience.   In addition to being state licensed Debbie is a Certified Property Manager (CAM), Accedited Real Estate Management (ARM) and holds an Affordable Housing Manager (AHM) designation that demonstrates her proficiency in management of HUD Subsidized Multifamily Housing properties as well as understanding of Fair Housing Laws and compliance.   "We have the ability to assist all our clients with their property management needs throughout the Greater Atlanta Region and beyond across the entire State of Georgia," said Debbie. "It's our goal to offer every client a customized management plan that's the right fit for them and the property. "   Debbie is a member of the Institute of Property Management (IREM), Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of Realtors (NAMAR) and National Apartment Association (NAA).   "With IREM I was recently appointed as a committee member, and I'm looking forward to a new year full of networking opportunities," said Debbie. "Crye-Leike is still a new brand to a lot of real estate professionals in the region and this will be a great opportunity to let people know what we can do and the services available."   For all your property management, real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike Property Management Division General Manager Debbie Ahmad by phone at 404-933-1992 and you can email her at debbie.ahmad@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 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 126 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: residential sales, mortgage lending, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services referrals. In 2008, the Crye-Leike organization attained a sales volume in excess of $4.2 billion with 25,871 homes sold.  

Benton, AR., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS agents are offering buyers and sellers a FREE Informational Workshop at the company's Benton, Arkansas branch office. 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 offering a Free Homebuyers' Seminar to anyone interested in starting the search for their next home," said Crye-Leike Realtor Melinda Abernathy. "Now is a great time to buy with interest rates at a historical low and several homes on the market to choose from."   Crye-Leike, REALTORS Melinda Abernathy and Angela Smithpeters will host the free informational homebuyer's seminar on Tuesday, January 20th at 6:30 and welcome questions from prospective homebuyers and sellers. The seminar will be held at Crye-Leike's Benton, Arkansas branch office located at 1900 Military Road.   "I would like to extend an invitation to anyone that is even considering buying a home right now," said Abernathy. "If you are currently renting, stop throwing your money away and start investing. With so many homes on the market and interest rates being so low, now is the perfect time to start investing in your future."   In addition to Crye-Leike agents, the program will include expert representatives who work with real estate clients in the lending and insurance business. Lender Melinda Williams will be available to discuss any financing questions and to help with getting pre-qualified. Insurance Agent Randall Gathright will also be in attendance to answer prospective homebuyer's questions.   "This workshop will help people in our communities be familiar with all sides and aspects of the transaction and it will be a wonderful opportunity for them to discuss what's going on in today's market," said Abernathy. "Overall, we want anxious sellers and first time buyers to be confident about the process in the current residential housing environment that we're in right now."   Topics up for discussion will include things such as improving your credit score, how and where to start looking for a home, why home inspections are important, knowing what a buyer can afford, the benefits of a home warranty and most importantly why now is a great time to buy. Sellers can also find out about what things they can do to help sell their homes quicker in this current buyers market. Prospective sellers can hear what's happening in their local housing market instead of all the gloom and doom they hear in national media reports.   "When working with a client, I strive to provide excellent professionalism and service by making sure they are completely involved in and understand every step of the process," said Abernathy. "It's important for the community to be educated about what's involved in the buying and selling process. We encourage everyone to come ask questions, learn about buying and selling their home, and discover their best options in today's market.   For more information on the seminar or to register call Melinda Abernathy at 501-844-1665 or you can e-mail her at melinda.abernathy@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.  

Fairview, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS Fairview office Agents and Employees set out on a mission to have a delicious lunch and find the best cooks in the office. They recently held a Tasting Luncheon where each agent brought in a prepared dish that was judged by a panel of judges picked from the community.   "Everyone in attendance at the Tasting Luncheon had a great time sampling all of the very delicious recipes our office cooked up," said Crye-Leike's Fairview office Managing Broker Sheree Rudd. "We discovered we had some great cooks in the office and had the opportunity to try some wonderful recipes that would be a great addition to anyone's personal cookbook."   The office was filled with a tasty assortment of recipes including main dishes, side dishes, breads, and desserts. Special judges from the community were invited to lunch to select the best chefs in the office. Those judges included Fairview Police Chief Terry Harris, Fairview Mayor Ken Brison, David Cornwell and Sharon Tidwell.   Paul Taylor won first place honor for his dessert and Anne Michele Oliver won third place honor for her bread recipe. Donna Hudson took home first place prize for her side dish while Teresa Lampley won 2nd place honor for her main dish. Crye-Leike's Fairview office Managing Broker Sheree Rudd was awarded 3rd place for her main dish.   "Congratulations goes to all of our winners of the Tasting Luncheon and we extend a special Thank You to all the Judges from the community who came out to have lunch with us and judge the competition," said Sheree. "Thanks to all the outstanding agents, employees, and members of the community who participated, the event was a delicious success."   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.  

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN., - To most observers, the legendary Space House on Signal Mountain, Tennessee sold to the highest bidder during a highly publicized Reserve Auction back on March 15, 2008. In reality though, the home never formally changed hands and the apparent lucky new owner never took possession.   Not long after the auction gavel fell on that cold and rainy afternoon in March, the top bidder failed to pay in full for one of the solar system's most fascinating and photographed pieces of real estate.   "In real estate terms he defaulted," said Tony Young, an Auctioneer with the Crye-Leike Auction Team in Cleveland, Tennessee. "This was probably one of only several hundred auctioned properties we've handled recently where the buyer failed to come up with the cash or financing to complete the purchase. It's an oddity that it didn't sell."   The unnamed buyer, who placed the top bid by phone from Ohio, agreed to pay $135,000 for the Space House in March 2008. By failing to pay the agreed upon price he ultimately forfeited a nonrefundable 10% down payment. The final bid/sales price was clearly well below the minimum the owner was looking for. A Realtor had recently listed the property, located at 1408 Palisades Road on Signal Mountain for $184,900.   "This time it will sell with absolutely no minimum and no reserve," said Young. "The owner knows the sale on December 14th at 2:00pm will be final and it will bring whatever the public is willing to pay."   The Crye-leike Auction Team doesn't require verification of funds or a pre-approval letter up front at its auctions. For this Absolute Auction of the Signal Mountain Space House a 20% non-refundable deposit will be required on the day of sale and the balance will be due in 15 days.   Auctioneer Young says the current owner wishes to remain unnamed.   "He's a local investor who purchased the property in a traditional sale back in the fall of 2007," said Young. "He owns the Space House free and clear and due to health issues he's liquidating all his local property and holdings with plans to relocate to Florida."   Since it was built in 1970, the landmark Space House remains a home like no other. The large white saucer shaped structure, built of steel and concrete, is suspended one full story off the ground on six large re-enforced cement pillars. The foundation columns appear like landing gear, concealing the home's utilities high atop a paved parking area underneath and situated on a wonderful lot with breathtaking views.   "This unique space ship house has been recognized throughout the United States and featured in many news publications and television programs and is now available for a new owner," said Eric Spencer an Auctioneer with the Crye-Leike Auction Team in Cleveland, Tennessee. "The home has a view of the Tennessee River as well as beautiful views from Signal Mountain, one of the region's more upscale communities."   The Space House has nearly two thousand square feet of living space, three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, kitchen, living room and large open bar/entertainment area.   "This is an opportunity to own a unique property and is ideal for that weekend get away," said Spencer. "This is truly the most unique property we have ever sold."   From Chattanooga the home is located a short drive along I-75 South to I-24 West, Exit 178. Follow 27 North to the Signal Mountain Road Exit #127 North; turn left on Palisades Road and you will immediately spot the Space House. Two additional properties to be sold at auction from the Space House include: 140 Hickory Street, Dunlap, TN 37327 and 815 Chickamauga Avenue, Rossville, GA 30741.   The Cleveland Auction Team members are Full Service Auctioneers who are designated Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI), e-PRO Certified Internet Real Estate Specialists, members of the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). The Team offers a combined 50 years of experience in real estate sales as live Real Estate Liquidation Specialists, with a focus on real estate & personal property, farm & business liquidations and machinery & heavy equipment.   The Cleveland Crye-Leike Auction Team is located at 4627 North Lee Highway in Cleveland, Tennessee. For your real estate auction needs or personal referrals, please contact Tony Young, Eric Spencer, Johnny Lewis and Terry Posey at 423-473-9545 and you can find them on the web at www.crye-leike.com/auctions.   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 3,500 sales associates and 120 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/SPRING HILL, TN., - Crye-Leike, REALTORS agents are doubling-up their efforts in November, offering buyers and sellers two FREE Informational Workshops at the company's Columbia and Spring Hill branch offices. The seminars 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.   "Our program is open to anyone in the community to come and learn about home ownership and the benefits of buying and selling in today's market," said Kristin Pendergraft, Managing Broker of Crye-Leike Spring Hill. "It's our desire to reach out to people in Spring Hill, Thompson's Station and Columbia so they can learn first hand about the opportunities available today."   Pendergraft says agents and other professionals will be on hand to help prospective first time homebuyers understand the Federal Housing Relief Act, the available $7,500 tax credit along with the ins and outs of the process.   "I believe this is a great opportunity for our communities to come find out about the benefits and joys or home ownership," said Kristin. "Even if they don't plan on buying today they will learn how to be prepared for a future purchase."   In addition to Crye-Leike agents, the program will include experts in the mortgage market from Magna Bank, closing services from Realty Title and insurance from Crye-Leike Insurance.   "We will be discussing things like how to improve your credit score, how much of a home is needed, what can a buyer afford, where to start looking for a home, why a home inspection is important, the benefits of a home warranty and how to choose the right Realtor," said Colene Dooley, Managing Broker of Crye-Leike Columbia. "Most importantly we want folks involved in all sides and aspects of the transaction to take advantage of a rare opportunity to discuss what's going on and how all parties can learn more from a face to face meeting."   Colene says sellers will find out what they can do right now to help sell quickly in this buyers market.   "Overall, we want anxious sellers and first time buyers to be confident about the process in the current residential housing environment that we're in right now," said Colene. "Sellers especially need to hear what's happening in our local market which is not all gloom and doom as the national media reports would have you believe."   The workshops are FREE and refreshments will be served. The Crye-Leike Columbia Office is located at 1118 Nashville Highway and the Spring Hills Office is at 5407 Main Street.   For more information on the November 13th & 18th workshops and for all your real estate needs or personal referrals, please contact the Columbia Crye-Leike office at 931-540-8400 and the Spring Hill office at 931-487-0070.   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.  

COLLIERVILLE, TN. - Local Realtors heard from one of the nation's leading experts on the current housing slowdown, his forecast for the coming year and beyond. National Association of Realtors (NAR) Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun, PhD., recently addressed a gathering of Crye-Leike, REALTORS agents in Sandestin, Florida attending the company's 2008 National Conference and Expo.   "Dr. Yun provided a positive message, much needed in the midst of the massive negative news coverage concerning the real estate market," said Tommie Criswell-Jones, Managing Broker at the Crye-Leike Collierville office. "A vital point to remember in all this talk of foreclosures is that only about 2% of all mortgage loans actually end in foreclosure."   Managing Broker Tommie Criswell-Jones was among several associates from the Collierville branch attending the annual meeting held at the Hilton Sandestin Hotel and Conference Center, Tuesday, October 14 through Thursday, October 16, 2008. Crye-Leike's annual National Conference & EXPO is a weeklong professional development retreat for agents and company executives featuring top national speakers and a Vendor EXPO spotlighting some of the latest in technology, marketing trends, training tools and services available to today's Realtor.   "Crye-Leike strives to give our associates the information and tools needed to be successful," said Tommie. "By bringing Dr. Yun to our National Conference the company once again provided cutting edge information so that we can remain the leading source of knowledge on the housing market for buyers and sellers."   According to Dr. Yun, the housing market has been negatively affected primarily by a tightening of the mortgage lending industry and a lack of buyer confidence. In order for Collierville area homeowners to see a rebound Dr. Yun impressed upon Crye-Leike associates that they must become more engaged in the conversation and take the lead informing buyers and sellers about the market and changing conditions.   Speaking to more than 400 Crye-Leike Real Estate Sales Associates, Yun says the nation is in an economic recession, which he believes will continue for the next three quarters. However, he does not think the current climate will translate into a further downturn in home sales and values. In fact Yun presented indicators that would suggest the country is on the cusp of a housing recovery.   "I see tighter credit availability and buyer psychology as the two key ingredients holding people back from buying homes today," said Dr. Lawrence Yun. "I believe the confidence of buyers has been shaken by the current crisis on Wall Street and the ongoing housing slowdown. It has resulted in many buyers remaining on the sidelines in Tennessee, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi and across the southern U.S. region served by Crye-Leike, REALTORS."   Dr. Yun believes the southern U.S. will eventually see a leveling off of prices and an increase in home sales as buyer confidence is restored by further action by the government to help restore stability to the credit markets. Even though the recent Housing Stimulus Package approved by congress has been encouraging, Yun believes the re-payment feature associated with the $7,500 First time Homebuyer Tax Credit should be removed to truly spur more buying.   "We felt encouraged by the information brought to us by Dr. Yun," said Kay Paul, a Collierville Realtor with Crye-Leike. "There has never been a better time for first time home buyers to purchase a home."   Kay says inventories are high, interest rates are low and with the $7,500 tax incentive now is the time to buy.   "Dr. Yun expressed concern that some buyers who wait might miss this opportunity and he confirmed that our local market has not been impacted like many other communities," said Kay. "The Memphis area has had a steady growth in home values according to Dr. Yun and not the high peak of other communities."   In South Florida, California, Nevada and Arizona, Dr. Yun provided data showing the start of a sales rebound that will eventually finds its way to the Midstate. A housing forecast presented by Dr. Yun and based on 800 of the nation's top economists predicts a recovery in 2009. With down payment assistance programs still available and a first time homebuyer's credit of up to $7,500, there's a school of thought that these are two key factors to unleash a chain reaction for homebuyers in all price ranges to trade up.   For all your real estate needs and personal referrals you can contact the Crye-Leike, REALTORS office in Collierville, Tennessee by calling 901-854-5050. The office is located at 435 New Byhalia. Agents there work with buyers and sellers and specialize in all types of residential real estate sales.   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.

CUMMING, GA., - There's new help available to first time homebuyers in the form of FREE money through a collaboration that joins the North Georgia IMPACT Group, local banks, builders and Realtors.   Cumming, Georgia based Crye-Leike, REALTORS agent Kimberly Potter-Byrd is among those joining the effort with her clients. She recently assisted a first time buyer through the process and helped the client become the first person in her immediate family to purchase and now own a home.   "This new program offers me the ability to continue to work with credit worthy, first time homebuyers and offer them a new down payment assistance program so they can enjoy the experience of home ownership," said Kimberly. "This is an exciting program that will allow first time homebuyers the ability to continue to purchase a new home in this challenged real estate market."   Kimberly is a buyer's agent who specializes in down payment assistance programs for first time homebuyers. She is thrilled to offer credit worthy homebuyers in Gwinnett, Dekalb, Jackson and Oconee counties the opportunity to obtain financing through the new partnership that brings together the IMPACT! Group, Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia and Brand Bank.   "Measures by the federal government have encouraged more first time home buying and in some ways also limited the options available," said Kimberly. "By working with the IMPACT! Group and through a new Northeast Georgia Down Payment Assistance Grant Program I was able to get my client exactly what she needed to purchase her first home."   Since 1993 Kimberly has been a licensed Realtor in Georgia assisting buyers and sellers in and around Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Cobb, Clayton, Rockdale, Henry, Dawson and Hall counties. She specializes in all types of residential and commercial real estate sales with a focus on first-time homebuyers, new home construction, condominiums & town homes, relocation, investment and vacation properties.   "Many banks and mortgage companies have tightened the guidelines when it comes to lending to first time homebuyers," said Kimberly. "If a client doesn't have perfect credit or has had some past credit problems they may not be able to qualify."   Kimberly is a member of the Atlanta Board of Realtors (ABR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). She sells real estate with Crye-Leike as the "Byrd Team Sells Homes By Design." Kimberly is based out of the company's Cumming, Georgia branch office located at 5940 Bethelview Road in Cumming.   "With our sole focus on first time buyers we will leave no stone unturned in an effort to put all the pieces together to help our clients achieve the American dream of home ownership," said Kimberly. "There are many first time homebuyers in the market wanting to purchase a new home and this program will allow them to do so."   To learn more about available down payment assistance options and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals, please contact Crye-Leike, REALTORS Agent Kimberly Potter-Byrd and the "Byrd Team Sells Homes By Design" by phone at 404-932-8518, email kimberly.potter-byrd@crye-leike.com and you can find her on the web at www.sellshomesbuydesign.com.   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.

FAIRVIEW, TN. - Local Realtors heard from one of the nation's leading experts on the current housing slowdown and his forecast for the coming year and beyond. National Association of Realtors (NAR) Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun, PhD., recently addressed a gathering of Middle Tennessee Crye-Leike, REALTORS agents in Sandestin, Florida attending the company's 2008 National Conference and Expo.   "According to Dr. Yun, our market has been affected primarily by a tightening of the mortgage lending industry and a lack of buyer confidence," said Sheree Rudd, Managing Broker of the Crye-Leike, REALTORS office in Fairview. "In order for us to see a local rebound we must follow some of the advice shared by Dr. Yun which first and foremost will be to inform and educate the public."   Managing Broker Sheree Rudd was among several associates from the Fairview/Dickson area attending the annual meeting held at the Hilton Sandestin Hotel and Conference Center, Tuesday, October 14 through Thursday, October 16, 2008. Crye-Leike's annual National Conference & EXPO is a weeklong professional development retreat for agents and company executives featuring top national speakers and a Vendor EXPO spotlighting some of the latest in technology, marketing trends, training tools and services available to today's Realtor.   "A housing forecast presented by Dr. Yun and based on 800 of the nation's top economists predicts a recovery in 2009," said Rudd. "With down payment assistance programs still available and a first time homebuyers credit of up to $7,500, there's a school of thought that these are two key factors to unleash a chain reaction for homebuyers in all price ranges to trade up."   Rudd and other Crye-Leike agents attending the conference learned that the stresses on market conditions are often found in neighborhoods with sub-prime loans. However in reality roughly just one for every 100 households has experienced or is in the midst of a home foreclosure.   Speaking to more than 400 Crye-Leike Real Estate Sales Associates, Yun says the nation is in an economic recession, which he believes will continue for the next three quarters. However, he does not think the current climate will translate into a further downturn in home sales and values. In fact Yun presented indicators that would suggest the country is on the cusp of a housing recovery.   "I see tighter credit availability and buyer psychology as the two key ingredients holding people back from buying homes today," said Dr. Lawrence Yun. "I believe the confidence of buyers has been shaken by the current crisis on Wall Street and the ongoing housing slowdown. It has resulted in many buyers remaining on the sidelines in Tennessee, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi and across the southern U.S. region served by Crye-Leike, REALTORS."   Dr. Yun believes the southern U.S. will eventually see a leveling off of prices and an increase in home sales as buyer confidence is restored by further action by the government to help restore stability to the credit markets. Even though the recent Housing Stimulus Package approved by congress has been encouraging, Yun believes the re-payment feature associated with the $7,500 First time Homebuyer Tax Credit should be removed to truly spur more buying.   "There were Crye-Leike agents from across the eight states served by the company in the southern U.S. learning firsthand about the market along with the very latest technical, marketing and sales skills," said Rudd. "During the event the agents were integrating fun and learning and left the conference with increased knowledge, confidence and optimism."   Rudd, who lives in Dickson, Tennessee was joined by several of the region's top Realtors including: Agent Teresa Scott Lampley from Fairview, Agent Scott Davis from Centerville, Agent Alex Prince from Fairview and Agent Donna Hudson from Bon Aqua. Rudd has been a member of the Multi Million Dollar Club since 2004 and Prince has achieved the honor since 2007. All the Realtors are members of the Williamson County Association of Realtors (WCAR) and the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR).   For all your real estate needs at personal referrals you can contact the Crye-Leike, REALTORS office in Fairview, Tennessee by calling 615-799-6288. Agents there work with buyers and sellers and specialize in all types of residential real estate sales with a focus on land & farms and new construction.   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 proud to present the Haven West Luxury Townhomes community in West Nashville and invites the public and Realtors to attend a Grand Opening celebration in October. The first model home will be open and available to tour at the kick-off sales event on Thursday, October 16, 2008 4:00pm - 7:00pm. Presales are already in progress at Haven West located at 5934 O'Brien Avenue just off Charlotte Pike. Crye-Leike, REALTORS Broker Becky Meagher is handling the marketing and sales for the new Haven West community. She is based out of the company's Green Hills branch office in Nashville located at 3815 Cleghorn Avenue. Builder Mark Yarbrough is a seasoned craftsman, new construction specialist and lifelong resident of West Nashville. "This is the place, the new standard if you will, for a fantastic home and investment in West Nashville, close to all the happening things and what we believe budget conscious buyers have been demanding, and at a price they can actually afford," said Crye-Leike's Becky Meagher. "These homes have two ?extra-large' master bedrooms, two and a half baths, beautiful hardwoods and best of all a large one car garage. These are just some of the standard features that you just can't find in new construction in this area of West Nashville." At a starting price of $189,900 Becky believes it's an amazing value. The 15-unit community will be gated and each home will have its own security system. With nine-foot ceilings and granite counters in the kitchen builder Mark Yarbrough believes he's raised the bar and not the price on standard amenities for new construction in the area. "I really think people will be surprised when they step inside and realize the value and the convenience of being so close to the great new shopping experience at Nashville West, close to White Bridge Road, St. Thomas Hospital and easy access to Interstate's 40 and 440," said Yarbrough. "I'm especially pleased to offer buyers help with their closing costs which can be a huge value to folks who may be tight on cash to cover the costs to purchase right now." Crye-Leike Broker Becky Meagher brings more than 21 years of experience in the local market and knowledge of the area to represent a new community she believes is breaking the mold on what people have come to expect in new construction in West Nashville. "There has been a need for more economical pricing that still includes all the great amenities and luxuries that people want to have in their new homes," said Becky. "So much of what we've put together as standard, other builders would be charging extra for - and I feel great about that because we've put it all together at an affordable price." Since 1987 Becky has been assisting buyers and sellers in and around Davidson, Williamson and Cheatham counties. She is a licensed Broker in Tennessee specializing in all types of residential real estate sales. Becky is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and the recipient of the Life-Time Award of Excellence and received the annual Community Service Award from the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR). Becky is a member of GNAR, Tennessee Association of Realtors (TAR) and National Association of Realtors (NAR). For pre-sale opportunities, to learn more about the Haven West Luxury Townhomes community and for all your real estate needs and personal referrals please contact Crye-Leike Broker Becky Meagher by phone at 615-383-2050 ext.# 1676, email Meaghernas@aol.com and on the web at www.HavenWestNashville.com. 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.

BRENTWOOD, TN - Crye-Leike, REALTORS, the Mid-South's largest full service real estate firm, brings together its managers and sales associates for the company's annual National Conference and EXPO in beautiful Sandestin, Florida October 14 - 17, 2008.   This year's conference theme is "Masquerade" and once again the Sandestin Hilton Hotel will be hosting the annual event. The annual meeting will feature national speakers, training, coaching, Vendor EXPO and much more.   "It's vitally important for us, especially in this challenging housing market, to keep our associates informed and motivated and I'm confident our National Conference will achieve both those goals for us," said Harold Crye, Cofounder & CEO. "Our national meeting and EXPO this year will serve as a way to celebrate our successes and engage associates through top national speakers and expert coaching to sharpen their skills and help them stay positive."   Among the scheduled speakers is Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR). As the Managing Director of Quantitative Research for the NAR he writes regular columns on real estate market trends, creates NAR's forecasts, and participates in many economic forecasting panels including Blue Chip and the Harvard University Industrial Economist Council.   Dr. Yun is frequently quoted on the real estate market and the economy in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Washington Post and has appeared on CNBC and Bloomberg TV. Dr. Yun received his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Maryland at College Park.   "We're also very excited to have Dirk Zeller, President and CEO of Real Estate Champions, the premier coaching company in the real estate industry and one of the most sought-after nationally recognized sales trainers in the industry," said Crye. "Based on his experience as one of North America's most successful real estate agents, Dirk has developed a system that can literally transform an average real estate agent into a Top Producer. He and his coaching team train more than 50,000 real estate agents every year."   Along with hearing from national speakers, associates will get to enjoy a Vendor EXPO featuring some of the latest in technology, marketing trends, training tools and services available to Realtors. There will also be an opportunity for associates and managers to compete for cash & prizes in an afternoon of friendly competition and at the grand finale event of the conference, The Crye-Leike Idol Talent Show.   "As much as we want our associates to join us to learn and be exposed to everything that's available to them professionally, this is also a time to relax a bit from the business-side and have some fun," said Dick Leike, Cofounder & President. "We?re really looking forward to seeing hundreds of our agents from across the southern region for what will be a great National Conference full of fun, team building and learning."   Of course the company's founders, Harold Crye and Dick Leike will be on hand to join in the annual meeting and offer their insights on the Real Estate and encouragement to the associates and employees that make up the Mid-South's largest full service real estate company.   To find a Realtor, real estate, a home mortgage, homeowner's & title insurance, a fix with Home Services or help with everything, visit Crye-Leike, REALTORS on the web at www.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 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 2007, the Crye-Leike organization attained sales of $5.7 billion with 32,500 closed transaction sides.

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.