Foundation Financial Group?s employees at its Kansas City retail branch, located at 7607 NW Roanridge Road, volunteered at Harvesters? Volunteer Outreach Center. Foundation Financial Group employees volunteered their time by sorting and repackaging donated products and made a monetary donation to the Harvesters cause.

?I am extremely proud of my fellow employees and our company because we know that giving back to your community matters,? said Christopher J. Kemmy, Foundation Financial Group?s Kansas City branch manager. ?There are many children, families and individuals who don?t know where their next meal is coming from. We are glad we could help support this great organization that helps provide food to people.?

About Harvesters: The Community Food Network

Harvesters is the regional food bank serving a 26-county area of northwestern Missouri and northeastern Kansas and is the winner of the 2011 Food Bank of the Year award from Feeding America. Harvesters provides food and related household products to more than 620 not-for-profit agencies including emergency food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters, children?s homes, homes for the mentally disabled and shelters for battered persons. Agencies in Harvesters? network provide food assistance to as many as 66,000 different people each week. Harvesters, which was founded in 1979, is a certified member of Feeding America, a nationwide network of more than 200 food banks serving all 50 states.

About Foundation Financial Group

Foundation Financial Group, one of the nation?s fastest-growing financial services companies, specializes in mortgage lending, property and casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement services, personal taxes and corporate tax services. Foundation Financial Group operates seven regional centers in Atlanta; Charlotte, N.C.; Dallas; Jacksonville, Fla.; Raleigh, N.C.; Rochester, N.Y.; and Savannah, Ga., as well as a branch network of retail storefronts in Dayton, Ohio; Indianapolis; Kansas City, Mo.; Toledo, Ohio; and St. Paul, Minn. Foundation Financial Group offers mortgage refinancing and first-time buyer lending through traditional financing, as well as Federal Housing Administration and other government-backed home loan programs. Foundation Financial Group enjoys an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, the highest accreditation the BBB gives and an industry-leading Federal Housing Administration compare ratio. For more information, call 866-334-1001.

For additional information, interview and image requests, contact The AXIA Public Relations Firm at 866-999-2942, ext. 700.

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DRTV Agency and Infomercial production company, InfoWorx Direct (http://www.InfoWorx.com) has expanded its capabilities as a per inquiry advertising specialist in short form and long form television and radio. The TV infomercial production company and media buying agency has developed a proprietary platform that can deliver :30 second or :60 second lead generator calls using the client’s 800 numbers or by providing clients with toll free 800 numbers forwarded directly to the client?s call center or in house consultants.

“Our newly developed per inquiry advertising system empowers the marketer to dictate the amount they are willing to pay for a response and also controls the number of responses they are willing to handle. We have been specializing in pay for performance TV and Radio programs since 1999,? Ron Perlstein, Executive Producer and Media Director at InfoWorx Direct explained. “Our new system allows the client to choose if they want to run spots 24/7 or custom tailor hours to conform to call center operations.”

In per inquiry TV and Radio advertising, the advertiser can specify how many calls or orders they want and set a price or ?payout? for those results. This allows them to use their performance metrics to maximize the potential of their campaigns.

“We designate one toll free number per campaign, per media outlet, and can answer valid calls which can be :30 or :60 second qualified leads. We can also instantly redirect the calls to any call center or to the marketer’s live consultants,? Perlstein continued. InfoWorx Direct has relationships with hundreds of TV stations, many cable networks, and thousands of radio stations. “The beauty of per inquiry deals is that the client can work within their allowable cost per order and maintain profitability while controlling media costs. Our proprietary platform and media management systems provide complete tracking information, and can even specify call center hours for valid, qualified leads. This allows clients and media to partner with a revenue sharing media campaign,? Perlstein added.

Per inquiry campaigns work especially well for legal, tax relief, insurance, mortgages, reverse mortgages, diabetic recruitment, health care and many soft product offers.

For 20 years, InfoWorx has established itself as a pioneer in direct response TV advertising, and has generated billions of dollars of major “as seen on TV success” for clients including Emerson Electric, Innovation Direct, SnorEnz, Rubbermaid, and iRobot’s Roomba. For additional information on InfoWorx, contact Ron Perlstein, or visit InfoWorx Direct.

InfoWorx Direct, LLC, is a full service direct response agency and media buying service with an evolving infomarketing business philosophy. The InfoWorx scientific approach has led to profitable results and success for established companies and newcomers alike.

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Texas Trust Credit Union is making it easier for members to withdraw money from their accounts and check account balances for free through the Allpoint surcharge-free ATM network, which Texas Trust announced today that it has joined.

With the Allpoint Network, America’s largest surcharge-free ATM network, Texas Trust members receive unlimited surcharge-free transactions through more than 43,000 Allpoint ATMs in the United States and beyond. These ATMS are conveniently located in destination retail outlets including major discount retailers, convenience, grocery, and pharmacy stores.

To find a convenient Allpoint Network ATM, members can visit the Texas Trust ATM locator on its website. When a member enters his or her location, the ATM locator brings up all the nearby Allpoint Network ATMs, providing exact addresses of the ATM sites in closest proximity to the location entered.

The Allpoint Network gives Texas Trust members surcharge-free access to cash in the most convenient locations where they work, live, and play. For example, for Texas Trust members living and working in Mansfield, there are more than 30 ATMs within a 10-mile radius and nearly 750 within a 50-mile radius of the Texas Trust headquarters where they can conduct transactions without incurring a fee.

?The Allpoint Network provides greater convenience for our members,? said Jim Minge, president of Texas Trust Credit Union. ?In addition to Texas Trust ATMs located within our eight branches, members can use any of the Allpoint Network ATMs in the U.S. without being charged a penny.?

About Allpoint

Allpoint is the largest surcharge-free ATM network with over 43,000 ATMs in leading national and regional merchant locations across the United States, Mexico, United Kingdom and Australia. Allpoint provides greater access, convenience and savings to customers of financial institutions while providing institutions the tools to compete more effectively for customers. For more information or to find the nearest Allpoint surcharge-free ATM, please visit http://www.AllpointNetwork.com.

About Texas Trust Credit Union

Texas Trust is one of the largest credit unions in North Texas and the 21st largest in Texas. It has been operating for more than 75 years. As a full-service financial institution, Texas Trust offers checking, savings, mortgages, credit cards, CDs, Money Market accounts, IRAs, and investment and insurance services. Its business services include SBA and conventional loans, electronic payment cards, checking and money market accounts, merchant card processing, online banking, insurance, and the Employee Solutions Network. With 58,000 members and assets of more than $ 680 million, Texas Trust operates in Dallas, Tarrant, and Henderson counties, as well as parts of Ellis and Johnson counties. Texas Trust branches are located in Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Arlington, Cedar Hill, and Athens. For more information, visit http://www.TexasTrustCU.org.

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Rates on the most popular types of mortgages moved in slightly different directions in the past week, according to HSH.com?s Weekly Mortgage Rate Radar. The average rate for conforming 30-year fixed-rate mortgages rose by 3 basis points (0.03 percent) to 4.03 percent. Conforming 5/1 hybrid ARM rates decreased by a single basis point, closing the Wednesday-to-Tuesday wraparound weekly survey at an average of 2.95 percent, a new record low.

“Even with the slight rise in fixed rates this week, it’s hard not to love mortgage rates holding at these levels,” said Keith Gumbinger, vice president of HSH.com. “Right now, there’s not a lot of economic news to push them around much.?

?Low rates are of course good for homeowners looking to refinance, but the fact that rates also remain stable is important for homebuyers, since it can take months for a purchase transaction to go through,? Gumbinger explained.

Sharp moves in rates, especially upward, can change the terms of a real estate deal. “A bump in rates lowers the mortgage amount that can be borrowed,? said Gumbinger. ?If the bump is large enough, it can ruin a potential transaction. On the other hand, a sharp drop in rates might bring more bidders for a given property,? increasing the asking price.

Average mortgage rates and points for conforming residential mortgages for the week ending February 14 were, according to HSH.com:

Conforming 30-year fixed-rate mortgage

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1099FIRE (http://www.1099fire.com) reminds business filers of the 1099 paper filing deadline for 2012, which falls on Tuesday, February 28, 2012. If you are submitting 1099 forms by paper, you print on top of the red-ink forms and mail on or before February 28, 2012. 1099FIRE software can help you import data from Excel and print just the data on top of Copy A of forms W-2, 1098, 1098-C, 1098-E, 1098-T, 1099-A, 1099-B, 1099-C, 1099-CAP, 1099-DIV, 1099-G, 1099-H, 1099-INT, 1099-K, 1099-LTC, 1099-MISC, 1099-OID, 1099-PATR, 1099-Q, 1099-R, 1099-S, 1099-SA, 3921, 3921 and W-2G.

The 1099 software can also be used for filing W2s and 1099s electronically to the IRS and SSA. The electronic filing deadline for both 1099s and W2s is Monday April 2, 2012.

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1097-BTC Bond Tax Credit

1098 Mortgage Interest Statement

1098-C Contributions of Motor Vehicles, Boats, and Airplanes

1098-E Student Loan Interest Statement

1098-T Tuition Statement

1099-A Acquisition or Abandonment of Secured Property

1099-B Proceeds from Broker and Barter Exchange Transactions

1099-C Cancellation of Debt

1099-CAP Changes in Corporate Control and Capital Structure

1099-DIV Dividends and Distributions

1099-G Certain Government Payments

1099-H Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC) Advance Payments

1099-INT Interest Income

1099-K Merchant Card and Third-Party Payments

1099-LTC Long Term Care and Accelerated Death Benefits

1099-MISC Miscellaneous Income

1099-OID Original Issue Discount

1099-PATR Taxable Distributions Received From Cooperatives

1099-Q Payment from Qualified Education Programs (Under Sections 529 and 530)

1099-R Distributions from Pensions, Annuities, Retirement Plans, IRAs, or Insurance Contracts

1099-S Proceeds from Real Estate Transactions

1099-SA Distributions From an HSA, Archer MSA, or Medicare Advantage MSA

3921 Exercise of an Incentive Stock Option Under Section 422(b)

3922 Transfer of Stock Acquired Through an Employee Plan Under Section 423(c)

5498 IRA Contribution

5498-ESA Coverdell ESA Contribution Information

5498-SA HSA, Archer MSA, or Medicare Advantage MSA Information

8027 Employer’s Annual Information Return of Tip Income and Allocated Tips

W-2G Certain Gambling Winnings

W-2, W-3 Wage and Tax Statement (with corrections W-2C, W-3C)

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Free electronic 1099 processing software demo can be downloaded by visiting http://www.1099fire.com.

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1099FIRE is a market-leading provider of information-reporting solutions and services for 1099, W-2 and 1042-S filers. 1099FIRE develops and markets a comprehensive range of products that enables any size business or institution to effectively comply with all 1099, W-2 and 1042-S filing requirements.

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Answering to the demand from the rising number of international investors buying pre-tenanted property in Detroit, a new website called US Property Investment, has been launched to help connect investors with their ideal real estate investment.

High Capital Growth

Research conducted by Fiserv Case-Shiller shows that since reaching its peak in 2006, Detroit has seen property values decrease by 60.5%, however a rising number of short sales over foreclosures have helped drive the median price up in the city?s metro area.

At the start of 2012, online hub Trulia, revealed that there has been a rise in US property investment in Detroit with a 3.3% (or $ 2,215) increase in median property sales price between Oct and Dec 2011, when compared to records for the same period in 2010.

According to Bloomberg Businessweek?s forecast for America’s Strongest Housing Markets in 2014, Detroit?s median home price will increase by 33.1% in the next two years alone, making investment in below market value properties in Detroit an attractive opportunity for those looking to enter US property investment.

High Rental Demand

With 28% of residential mortgages underwater in 2011 according to Colliers International and many people reluctant to sell, there has been a rising demand for rental property in Detroit.

Also Unobtainable mortgage deposits combined with the country?s current economic uncertainty has driven Detroit?s rental market, with many people opting to lease property rather than buy.

These factors have contributed to a rise in the number of both national and international investors entering buy-to-let property investment in Detroit, with MSN Real Estate emphasising a new pool of investors emerging from the UK, UAE, Russia, Asia, Ireland and France.

Rental yields in excess of 20% p.a.

Offering yields in excess of 20%, Detroit has become one of America?s strongest rental markets, with many investors entering property investments from as little as $ 30,000.

The company behind US Property Investment carefully selects houses in desirable neighbourhoods where the demand for rental properties is strong. After renovating and refurbishing each property to a high standard, tenants are selected to rent the property, helping to ensure investors receive income from day one.

Higher Yields and Lower Cost Properties

Working alongside their partners based in Detroit whom research and source the, USPropertyInvestrment.org can offer higher yields and cheaper Detroit Homes for sale, refurbished and tenanted, than its closest competitors, making their exclusive list of houses the best choice for those looking for below market property.

With maintenance and occupants looked after by a professional management company, the website promotes a truly ?hands-off? investment and also offers 50% finance and cash discounts on selected properties.

For those looking to search for investment property in Detroit, the new portal allows potential buyers to search current stock and learn more about the areas in which they will be purchasing.

For more information about US Property Investment, visit their new website: http://uspropertyinvestment.org/

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33.1% Rise in Detroit House Price Prediction Leads to Launch of New US Property Investment Website is a post from: Open Houses Boston - Open Houses MA - homes for sale by owner, and real estate agents

Within the next few months, HARP 2.0 is expected to create a huge wake in the mortgage market. HARP was designed to bring relief to borrowers who are locked in high interest rate loans and unable to refinance due to lack of equity, but have good credit and have not made any late payments. Titan List & Mailing Services Inc., a leading advertising firm in the mortgage industry, discusses the impact of HARP on the housing market and economy.

The first version of HARP implemented in 2009 was designed to help over 5 million underwater homeowners, but proved unobtainable to the majority, due to the stipulation that the borrower needed to have a LTV (loan to value) ratio between 80 to 125 percent. HARP 2.0 has been remodeled to virtually eliminate the LTV stipulation, with the primary requirements being a good credit history and no late payments. HARP 2.0 was launched on December 1, 2011, and there are now over 11 million households underwater that may take advantage of this program.

According to Titan List & Mailing Services, Inc., homeowners previously unable to refinance, should have very high response and conversion rates to direct mail and targeted marketing campaigns for the new HARP program. ?Loan officers may be hesitant to sink marketing dollars into a HARP direct mail campaign due to the majority of borrowers that didn?t meet the LTV ratio of the first version of HARP. HARP 2.0 has virtually eliminated the LTV requirements. Using the right data list, qualified borrowers with good credit and no late payments can be targeted, which not only meet the requirements for HARP 2.0, but are begging to refinance to a lower rate. In addition, we leverage proprietary selects that use educated modeling to identify prospects with the highest likelihood of conversion. HARP 2.0 has the potential to revive the housing recession and become the next great re-fi boom of this generation,? says Jared Braverman, Director of Marketing at Titan List & Mailing Services.

Although HARP 2.0 was launched on December 1, 2011, the majority of applicants won?t be eligible until March, 2012. From December until March, only applicants with LTV ratios less than 125% will be eligible. After March, anyone with a Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac loan with good credit and no late payments will be eligible. The flood gates will be open to loan officers armed with the best marketing strategies. HARP 2.0 has the opportunity to bring relief to millions of homeowners that have been struggling with high interest rates, and revive the stagnant housing economy that has struggled with high interest rates since the financial meltdown coined as the ?Great Recession? of the late 2000s.

About Titan List & Mailing Services, Inc.

Titan List is a full service Advertising and Design agency specializing in Direct Mail, Internet Marketing, Search Engine Optimization and Website / Graphic Design. Titan List has been around since 1998, and has a team of highly qualified individuals with experience in the marketing trends that fit your business. Unlike other agencies that source their work out, Titan List & Mailing handles the entire campaign in-house – Data Lists, Design, Printing, Mailing, and Postage.

http://www.TitanLists.com | 800.544.8060.

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HARP 2.0 Hints at Being the Next Great Re-Fi Boom, and the Flood Gates are Open to Mortgage Brokers Harnessing Targeted Direct Mail is a post from: Open Houses Boston - Open Houses MA - homes for sale by owner, and real estate agents

Confused.com, one of the UK’s biggest and most popular price comparison services, has revealed a short online film featuring former ‘Swap Shop’ host Keith Chegwin that it hopes will bring back the spirit of the nostalgic TV show, and get Britons swapping.

Swapping has proved to be a popular activity since the economic downturn kicked in, and 52% of Londoners said in a recent survey that they are more likely to swap unwanted possessions now than they were in the past.

The video has been produced to raise awareness of this, and also to help highlight Confused.com’s Nectar points promotion, whereby they are giving away 1,000 Nectar points every time a user buys a car insurance policy through their site before the end of March 2012.

It was filmed in London’s Victoria train station between 1pm and 3pm on Wednesday 25 January, and its filming created a buzz of activity, as people brought all their unwanted items to exchange for something more useful. A wide range of items were brought, and the ‘Swap Store’ event had people swapping items like a scented candle, yoga DVD, alarm clock and even a naked picture of Keith Chegwin for things like 1,000 Nectar points; a blow up palm tree and parrot; a trombone and even an electric car.

Gareth Kloet, head of car insurance at Confused.com said: “The economic downturn has made us all more careful about what we spend and become savvier. We wanted ‘Swap Store’ to be an enjoyable event aimed at encouraging people to swap unwanted items and also to highlight that Confused.com are giving away 1,000 Nectar Points to every customer that buys car insurance through the site. Car insurance is a necessity so at Confused.com we want to give our customers a great deal on their insurance and a little extra at the same time.”

About Confused.com:

Confused.com was the UK’s first price comparison site to offer car insurance comparison. Confused.com is one of the UK?s biggest and most popular price comparison services. Launched in 2002, it generates over one million quotes per month. It has expanded its range of comparison products over the last couple of years to include home and contents insurance, travel insurance, pet insurance, van insurance, life insurance cover, home and contents insurance, breakdown cover and energy, as well as financial services products including credit cards, loans, mortgages and life insurance.

Confused.com is not a supplier, insurance company or broker. It provides a free, objective and unbiased comparison service. By using cutting-edge technology, it has developed a series of intelligent web-based solutions that evaluate a number of risk factors to help customers with their decision-making, subsequently finding them great deals on a wide-range of insurance products, financial services, utilities and more. Confused.com?s service is based on the most up-to-date information provided by UK suppliers and industry regulators. Confused.com is owned by the Admiral Group plc. Admiral listed on the London Stock Exchange in September 2004. Confused.com is regulated by the FSA.

PR contact:

Sarah Wenham

Confused.com press office

Friary House

Greyfriars Road

Cardiff

CF10 3AE

02920 434275

http://www.confused.com

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January 2004 marked the month and year that Jennifer Nicole Lee founded JNL, Inc. Eight years later, this “sexy” CEO is still going strong, with many super successful viable businesses and brands under her “skirt.”

Jennifer Nicole Lee is the CEO and visionary power house behind JNL Worldwide, Inc. Due to her wildly successful globally broadcasted and marketed fitness and wellness products, books, digital products, e-commerce, and merchandise, she is internationally recognized in over 110 different countries. In short, ?JNL? is an extremely successful global mega-brand. Mrs. Lee is a fitness celebrity, a bestselling author, a highly sought-after spokes model, being the name/face/and body of all of her lifestyle brands, wellness products, exercise equipment, DVDs, home, bath, bedding, spa, and electronic downloads, and websites. However and most importantly she is a devoted wife and mother, representing the millions of other mom?s and wives in the world with a brand they can trust.

?It?s my goal and passion to increase the quality of your lifestyle.? -JNL

Jennifer is one of the world’s most accomplished Super Fitness Models, and is an international celebrity due to her high profile wellness merchandise and key media appearances. Jennifer?s career as a top fitness expert and icon began when she lost over 80 lbs after the birth of her children. Her motivational weight loss success story caught the world?s attention, after she gained columns of accolades as a professional fitness competitor, holding countless titles and crowns. She gained international notoriety, due to her incredible transformation, and was soon a frequent guest on major national talk shows, such as The Oprah Winfrey Oprah, E! Entertainment, Fox and Friends, Extra, The Secret Lives of Women, and most recent being highlighted as the top ultimate ?pitchwoman? and presenter on Discovery?s ?Pitchmen? show, showcasing her captivating and strong TV sales power. Jennifer?s energy, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit combined with a burning desire to help others drove her to create the JNL brand. To date she has appeared on a record breaking 44 magazine covers

Some call JNL the female Donald Trump, due to her uncanny ability to brand, promote, market and sell with the best. Mrs. Lee’s passion for business innovation has allowed her to blend lifestyle products and services into the digital realm. Coined as the ?Steve Jobs of the fitness industry? she has harnessed the unlimited marketing and sales potential of the internet, creating a plethora of e-commerce sites, and .com?s that rake in a hefty residual income via the world wide web. She is a bestselling author of three hard cover books on diet, nutrition, and exercise, and a contributor to many magazines and eBooks such as Oxygen, Fitness Rx and Bodybuilding.com. She also runs an International consultation firm, having coached thousands of women from around the world, and has hosted weekend fitness retreats drawing women from all over the globe to simply meet her and hear her speak. Jennifer is also a powerful marketing expert, appearing in numerous globally broadcast infomercials for her signature products including the Ab Circle Pro, Mini Circle, and Chest Magic, and on top shopping networks, such as QVC and The Home Shopping Network. Do date, her company and her corporate alliances have three major future lifestyle products soon to be rolling out, with key television media spots secured for advertising. Jennifer is the driving force behind the unprecedented success and future potential of JNL Worldwide.

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Jennifer Nicole Lee, Inc Hits Its 8 Year Milestone in Business, CEO Jennifer Nicole Lee Shares Her Successful Business Tips in Latest Online Interview is a post from: Open Houses Boston - Open Houses MA - homes for sale by owner, and real estate agents

Award-winning Lafayette real estate agent Dana Green is excited to present Bella Vista Estate, a stunning Bob Swatt-designed estate featured in numerous home design publications. The secluded retreat is located in Happy Valley, one of Lafayette’s most exclusive neighborhoods, and has many attractions, including famous architectural elegance and panoramic views.

?Buyers will love Bella Vista?s spectacular features?from its high-end interior amenities to the incredible views of the valley and private vineyard?but I expect a big draw is going to be the fact that it?s a Swatt home,? says Dana Green.

Swatt, a resident of Lafayette, is an award-winning California Modern architect at Swatt-Miers Architects in Emeryville. In addition to multi-family residential projects, Swatt has designed over 100 single-family residential projects, including new homes and significant remodels?which he calls ?transformations.? Ten of these architectural gems are located in Lafayette, and include his own home and the Bella Vista Estate transformation.

?Every transformation project has its own goals. Sometimes the new design matches the old, becoming architecturally invisible. At other times, that transformation can be a dramatic contrast to the existing architecture,? said Swatt. ?Both attitudes can be successful, depending on the nature of the existing architecture.

?In this case, something very special happened. The architectural language (design) of the addition is very new and different from the original home?yet, while much of the existing home was not changed, the overall look and feel of the house is unified composition that seems very modern.?

The second floor addition, combined with subtle changes to the entry and extensions of the architecture into the garden (in the form of garden walls), transformed virtually everything that a visitor sees when entering the property.

?An architect once mentioned to me, after visiting the owners, that he was excited to see this new home that we had designed in the Lafayette hills,? said Swatt. ?I smiled, explaining that this in fact was an older home that we transformed.?

The grounds of this Zen-like retreat contain a pool, tennis court and 1000-vine Petite Syrah and Zinfandel vineyard known as Happy Valley Cellars. Clean, crisp minimalist details, high ceilings, natural light from well-positioned windows and skylights give the contemporary 5+ bedrooms and 4.5 bath home a light and peaceful atmosphere.

For more information about Bella Vista Estate, Lafayette real estate for sale, or other real estate advice or services, please call Dana at (925) 339-1918 or visit her online at http://www.DanaGreenTeam.com.

About Dana Green Lafayette

Dana Green’s deep connection to [Lafayette drives her professional success. As Lafayette?s top-producing agent for several years running, she brings the same pride to her career as she does to being a resident of a Lafayette family-friendly neighborhood. She finds it extremely rewarding to help others find their dream home and discover the unparalleled quality of life Lafayette has to offer.

With over 250 million dollars in transactions closed, a 15-year tenure in marketing and having owned her own highly successful staging company, Dana offers both buyers and sellers a unique perspective on how to make the most of their home purchase or sale.

Every home Dana Green represents is staged to sell, a service she offers free to her clients. Driven, determined and passionate about her craft, Dana loves challenges and thrives on helping clients with their Lafayette real estate needs.

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Top Lafayette Real Estate Agent Dana Green Presents Exclusive Swatt California Modern Home is a post from: Open Houses Boston - Open Houses MA - homes for sale by owner, and real estate agents