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Coldwell Banker agents take the lead

Ron Turrisi and MaryJo Bowers-Turrisi have been named sales leaders for November.

Among their expertise in the local Real Estate market, they’re achieved membership in Coldwell Banker’s prestigious International President’s Elite, which is awarded to the top 4 percent of Coldwell Banker agents. Between Ron and MaryJo, they have a total of 28 years in the Real Estate industry, and have lived on Fort Myers Beach as full-time residents a combined 28 years.

Ron and Lorrie Curry have been named listing leaders for November.

Ron and Lorrie Curry have a goal to provide prospective sellers, buyers, and investors with confidentiality, efficiency, and integrity. They offer exclusive services throughout Real Estate transactions, in order to make them stress free. These services incorporate a personal commitment to provide the client with the greatest ability in making decisions for the utmost in customer satisfaction.

Beach chamber

posts holiday hours

The chamber will be closed at noon Wednesday, Dec. 24 and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26 in celebration of Christmas.

The chamber will be closed at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31 and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.

SHIPS program

offers mortgage help

Money Management Inter-national, a nonprofit credit and debt counseling and education agency, has launched of a foreclosure prevention program, which has grown from a successful pilot program started in July 2007. With receipt of its second $1 million grant from HSBC-North America, MMI is able to expand its Preserving Homeownership and Savings Education Strategy (PHASES) program.

Utilizing the HSBC funds, the PHASES program provides grants for up to $7,500 – an increase from $5,000 – during the pilot phase˜to qualified homeowners who are striving to recover from a temporary financial setback.

As part of the program, the PHASES team provides one-on-one financial counseling sessions to help keep families in their homes and effectively manage their personal finances.

During the pilot phase of the program, MMI and HSBC helped hundreds of homeowners become current on outstanding mortgage payments and have provided vital financial planning skills to keep consumers on the road to financial stability. The pilot programs success is evidenced by its receipt of the NeighborWorks Americas 2008 Innovations in Homeowner-ship Contest, for its innovative post-purchase strategy for consumers.

For more, call (888) 589-6959 or visit MMIPHASES.com.

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Titus real estate office now open

A ribbon cutting Thursday celebrated Jessica Titus’ new real estate office at Seagrape Plaza.

Gulf Star Boat Rental and Sales now open at wharf

Gulf Star Boat Rental and Sales is a new business at 708 Fishermen’s Wharf, Fort Myers Beach.

It’s the home of Rent-A-Cat, a 12-foot catamaran that they rent and also have available for sale.

Gulf Star also rents Hobie kayaks and pontoon boats.

Stop by the office and the store and view the selection of fishing tackle, snacks, coffee, novelties, hats, T-shirts and more.

Owner Robert Thaler said they have lots of merchandise at “yesterday’s prices” as well as some lightly-used inventory.

For more, call 463-7223.

SHIPS program available for low income mortgage help

Money Management Inter-national, a nonprofit credit and debt counseling and education agency, has launched of a foreclosure prevention program, which has grown from a successful pilot program started in July 2007. With receipt of its second $1 million grant from HSBC-North America, MMI is able to expand its Preserving Homeownership and Savings Education Strategy (PHASES) program.

Utilizing the HSBC funds, the PHASES program provides grants for up to $7,500 – an increase from $5,000 – during the pilot phase˜to qualified homeowners who are striving to recover from a temporary financial setback.

As part of the program, the PHASES team provides one-on-one financial counseling sessions to help keep families in their homes and effectively manage their personal finances.

During the pilot phase of the program, MMI and HSBC helped hundreds of homeowners become current on outstanding mortgage payments and have provided vital financial planning skills to keep consumers on the road to financial stability. The pilot programs success is evidenced by its receipt of the NeighborWorks Americas 2008 Innovations in Homeowner-ship Contest, for its innovative post-purchase strategy for consumers.

For more, call (888) 589-6959 or visit MMIPHASES.com.

Salty Sam’s offers new

service for visitors

Parrot Key and Salty Sam’s Marina on San Carlos Island now offer a full-service information booth for visitors.

For more information, call 463-7333.

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Consignment store hosts yard sales for charities

Sondra’s Furniture Consignment, Inc., has designated the second Saturday of each month as Charity Yard Sale Day.

Starting Saturday, Nov. 8, and every second Saturday thereafter, expired, unclaimed merchandise will be sold at a yard sale in next doors Brittany’s Broken Giraffe with every penny raised donated to a charity. This months charity is the American Cancer Society.

Sondra’s is at 17851 Pine Ridge Road. Call 267-3994 for more information.

SHIPS program available for low income mortgage help

Money Management Inter-national, a nonprofit credit and debt counseling and education agency, has launched of a foreclosure prevention program, which has grown from a successful pilot program started in July 2007. With receipt of its second $1 million grant from HSBC-North America, MMI is able to expand its Preserving Homeownership and Savings Education Strategy (PHASES) program.

Utilizing the HSBC funds, the PHASES program provides grants for up to $7,500 – an increase from $5,000 – during the pilot phase˜to qualified homeowners who are striving to recover from a temporary financial setback.

As part of the program, the PHASES team provides one-on-one financial counseling sessions to help keep families in their homes and effectively manage their personal finances.

During the pilot phase of the program, MMI and HSBC helped hundreds of homeowners become current on outstanding mortgage payments and have provided vital financial planning skills to keep consumers on the road to financial stability. The pilot programs success is evidenced by its receipt of the NeighborWorks Americas 2008 Innovations in Homeowner-ship Contest, for its innovative post-purchase strategy for consumers.

For more, call (888) 589-6959 or visit MMIPHASES.com.

Salty Sams offers new

service for visitors

Parrot Key and Salty Sams Marina on San Carlos Island now offer a full-service information booth for visitors.

For more information, call 463-7333.

Chamber after-hours social at Pinchers, Holiday Inn

The chambers business after hours social is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 20 at 5:30 p.m. at Pinchers at the Holiday Inn of Fort Myers Beach. The jackpot is now more than $700 and attendees can participate in business card drawings, raffles, 50/50s and more.

To donate a door prize, call the chamber at 454-7500.

As the season approaches, the Beach Chamber urges its members to take the time to bring in business cards and/or rack cards.

Santa visits Lee Collier Business Women luncheon at Dec. 9 meet

The Lee Collier Business Women group’s monthly luncheon is scheduled to happen at Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 10075 Gulf Center Drive, (at the Gulf Coast Town Center) Tuesday, Dec. 9.

Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. and the meeting an lunch will be served until 1 p.m.

Members and guests are asked to help support A.C.T. and bring unwrapped toys for the children (ages one through 18) for the upcoming holidays.

Cost for members is $16; For non-members, $20.

To RSVP, call 985-0400 or e-mail Robin@LeeCollierBusinessWomen.com. Reservations can be faxed to 931-0917