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» VISIT US ONLINE @ DSNEWS.COM 93 Hawaii RANK: 4 90+ Day Foreclosure Unemployment Delinquency Rate Rate Rate NOVEMBER 2013 2.11% 5.24% 4.4% YEAR AGO 2.60% 5.94% 5.3% YEAR-OVER-YEAR CHANGE -18.7% -11.8% -0.9% Top County HAWAII COUNTY 90+ Day Foreclosure Delinquency Rate Rate NOVEMBER 2013 2.48% 9.34% YEAR AGO 3.47% 10.61% YEAR-OVER-YEAR CHANGE -28.5% -11.9% Top Core-Based Statistical Area HILO, HI 90+ Day Foreclosure Delinquency Rate Rate NOVEMBER 2013 2.48% 9.34% YEAR AGO 3.47% 10.61% YEAR-OVER-YEAR CHANGE -28.5% -11.9% note: The 90+ day delinquecy rate is the percentage of outstanding mortgage loans that are seriously delinquent. The foreclosure rate is the percentage of outstanding mortgage loans currently in foreclosure. State rank is based on the November 2013 foreclosure rate. All figures are rounded to the nearest decimal. The unemployment rate reflects preliminary November 2013 figures released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. All other data courtesy of LPS Data & Analytics. Idaho RANK: 29 90+ Day Foreclosure Unemployment Delinquency Rate Rate Rate NOVEMBER 2013 1.43% 1.86% 6.1% YEAR AGO 1.95% 2.56% 6.5% YEAR-OVER-YEAR CHANGE -26.7% -27.3% -0.4% Top County WASHINGTON COUNTY 90+ Day Foreclosure Delinquency Rate Rate NOVEMBER 2013 3.55% 12.15% YEAR AGO 4.00% 13.08% YEAR-OVER-YEAR CHANGE -11.2% -7.2% Top Core-Based Statistical Area ONTARIO, OR-ID 90+ Day Foreclosure Delinquency Rate Rate NOVEMBER 2013 2.02% 3.53% YEAR AGO 2.16% 3.29% YEAR-OVER-YEAR CHANGE -6.6% 7.3% note: The 90+ day delinquecy rate is the percentage of outstanding mortgage loans that are seriously delinquent. The foreclosure rate is the percentage of outstanding mortgage loans currently in foreclosure. State rank is based on the November 2013 foreclosure rate. All figures are rounded to the nearest decimal. The unemployment rate reflects preliminary November 2013 figures released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. All other data courtesy of LPS Data & Analytics. the real estate market on CNBC, CNN, and Bloomberg. In addition to Liniger and Kelly, Inman recognized RE/MAX agent Michael orne for his involvement with an online show that shares agent insights about real estate technology, and Swanepoel recognized nine RE/MAX affiliates for their contributions to the industry: Frank Polzler, Walter Schnei- der, Marshall Saunders, Pierre Titley, Chad Ochsner, Charlie Bengel, Sandra Sanders, Pamela Alexander, and James O'Bryon. "ere are so many talented and dedicated individuals in real estate today, so it's truly an honor to be included among such an exclusive group," Liniger said. "Our industry has faced numerous challenges in recent years, and lead- ers who advocated for homebuying and selling consumers and real estate professionals made a real difference in turning this market around." "RE/MAX embraces entrepreneurial leadership and encourages all our affiliates to be engaged and help buyers and sellers make the American dream of homeownership a reality," Kelly added. Two Full-Service Rocky Mountain Brokerages Join Berkshire Hathaway Network In Colorado, Prudential Preferred Real Estate of Greater Denver and Prudential Rocky Mountain Realtors of Boulder have joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, the new real estate brokerage network oper- ated by HSF Affiliates LLC. Based in Irvine, California, this new network is designed for a new era in residential real estate. Among the few organizations entrusted to use the world-renowned Berkshire Hathaway name, the network brings to the real estate market a definitive mark of trust, integrity, stability, and longevity, according to network administrators. ese two newest agencies are among a growing roster of affiliates that have joined the network since September. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices currently comprises more than 22,000 agents and more than 600 offices in 26 states. Prudential Preferred Real Estate, a full- service brokerage with offices in Denver and Castle Pines is now operating as Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, an independently owned and operated brokerage. e company says it is built on a foundation of strength, integrity, trust, and unwavering dedication to clients. "We'd like to think the best just got better in Denver," said Don Bobeda, broker/ owner of Preferred Real Estate. Adding that affiliation with the brand would help his company grow and recruit, Bobeda said, "Top agents want to represent a top brand, and boy, do we have one in Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices." He further noted, "We believe clients of all types will want to see that Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices name on a sign in the front yard." Bobeda and his agents commemorated the transition ursday at the Wildlife Experience facility in Parker. e event featured a performance by the University of Colorado's vocal group In the Buff and a video portraying transformation of the new exterior yard signs. Stephen Phillips, network president, proudly welcomed Bobeda and his team to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. "ey are fine and dedicated professionals who will be terrific ambassadors of the brand," he commented. Prudential Rocky Mountain Realtors, now Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Rocky Mountain Realtors, is a full-service brokerage with offices in Boulder, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Greeley, and Loveland. "We're excited to start our next chapter as part of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices brand," said Tom Tyrrell, broker/owner of Rocky Mountain Realtors. We love that the brand is inspired by Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., the world's most respected company, according to Barrons." As part of the transition, Rocky Mountain Realtors associates gain access to a robust real estate technology platform, ongoing business consultation, professional education, marketing support, and more. Tyrrell and co-owners Chris Jungman and Chip Wise commemorated the brand ursday during an agent event in Boulder with an unveiling of new Cabernet and cream-colored signage. Discussing the significance of the brand for the local market, the three agreed that "Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices would have an immediate impact on the marketplace," Jungman said. Earl Lee, CEO of HSF Affiliates, welcomed Rocky Mountain Realtors to the brand. "For a quarter-century, Rocky Mountain Realtors has been a well-respected member of the Prudential Real Estate network," Lee said, adding, "We're proud this fine company is going forward with the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices."

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