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Brandon Ford Explains Differences Between 2021 Ford Bronco Trim Levels

TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Brandon Ford of Tampa, Florida, is currently taking 2021 Ford Bronco orders for its customers, and the dealership is doing everything it can to make sure those customers are getting the all-new Ford Bronco that’s right for them.

The all-new 2021 Ford Bronco lineup features a trio of trim levels from which to choose, and staff at the dealership want to make sure customers are picking out the all-new Bronco that…

TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Brandon Ford of Tampa, Florida, is currently taking 2021 Ford Bronco orders for its customers, and the dealership is doing everything it can to make sure those customers are getting the all-new Ford Bronco that’s right for them.

The all-new 2021 Ford Bronco lineup features a trio of trim levels from which to choose, and staff at the dealership want to make sure customers are picking out the all-new Bronco that best fits their needs.

Some of that work is taking place on the Brandon Ford website, as the dealership has been covering the impending arrival of the 2021 Ford Bronco lineup in its blog for quite some time.

These blog posts inform customers about all of the new features and capabilities of the 2021 Bronco lineup, including taking an in-depth look at the various 2021 Bronco trim levels and body styles while also taking in-depth looks at the lineup’s engine options, standard and available features, off-road capabilities and more.

The Brandon Ford website also contains everything customers need to know to order their 2021 Ford Bronco to ensure they’re able to get behind the wheel of this all-new SUV as soon as possible.

Indeed, Brandon Ford features a 2021 Ford Bronco order page right on its website.

The Brandon Ford sales staff is also always on hand to answer any questions interested parties may have.
All of these 2021 Ford Bronco model research tools, reservation tools and more can be found on the Brandon Ford website at http://www.brandonford.com. Interested parties can also direct any questions they may have to the friendly and knowledgeable staff at Brandon Ford by calling 813-246-3673 or by emailing Tom Murray, the dealership’s marketing director, at tom@brandonford.com. Brandon Ford is located at 9090 Adamo Drive in Tampa.

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Tom Murray, Brandon Ford, 813-371-7945, tom@brandonford.com

 

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Ismael Cala has opened the «Cala Center» in Miami, a unique comprehensive training space for leaders

MIAMI, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The author, communicator and strategist Ismael Cala has opened the CALA CENTER in Miami, a multipurpose space to host his main events as well as to welcome other happenings to the region.

«The Cala Center is a comprehensive training space for activating the five senses, but also that sixth sense that connects us with nature, with what we are beyond our bodies and with that…

MIAMI, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The author, communicator and strategist Ismael Cala has opened the CALA CENTER in Miami, a multipurpose space to host his main events as well as to welcome other happenings to the region.

«The Cala Center is a comprehensive training space for activating the five senses, but also that sixth sense that connects us with nature, with what we are beyond our bodies and with that high-consciousness vibration, of the leaders we want to train,» Cala explained.

Located in the southern part of downtown Miami, the Cala Center will be the setting for courses, seminars, and workshops on positive psychology, exponential mindful leadership, epigenetics, neurosciences, emotional intelligence, assertive communication and other activities requested by both the corporate sector and the people.

«After the pandemic, now more than ever, the world needs places where they can disconnect and create peace in the midst of so much uncertainty,» Cala added.

The center’s opening coincides with some events postponed by the Covid-19 pandemic being resumed, all with increased health safety precautions.

The first in-person workshop given was «Reprogram your Brain: Build Your New Version,» which will be followed by «The Science of Forgiving: the Antidote to Anxiety and Depression» (Saturday, February 27) and «Five Pillars for Creating Personal Strength» (with Jacques Giraud, Saturday, March 13).

«Safety is our top priority. Health and safety norms and protocols established by Miami-Dade County will be respected on the date of each activity,» the company Cala Enterprises clarified.

The Cala Center will also be open to community, social, cultural and family events.

The Cala Center:

19091 SW 160th St. Miami, FL 33187
www.ismaelcala.com/calacenter/
WhatsApp: +1 305 360 9940

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Ismael Cala has opened the «Cala Center» in Miami, a unique comprehensive training space for leaders

MIAMI, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The author, communicator and strategist Ismael Cala has opened the CALA CENTER in Miami, a multipurpose space to host his main events as well as to welcome other happenings to the region.

«The Cala Center is a comprehensive training space for activating the five senses, but also that sixth sense that connects us with nature, with what we are beyond our bodies and with that…

MIAMI, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The author, communicator and strategist Ismael Cala has opened the CALA CENTER in Miami, a multipurpose space to host his main events as well as to welcome other happenings to the region.

«The Cala Center is a comprehensive training space for activating the five senses, but also that sixth sense that connects us with nature, with what we are beyond our bodies and with that high-consciousness vibration, of the leaders we want to train,» Cala explained.

Located in the southern part of downtown Miami, the Cala Center will be the setting for courses, seminars, and workshops on positive psychology, exponential mindful leadership, epigenetics, neurosciences, emotional intelligence, assertive communication and other activities requested by both the corporate sector and the people.

«After the pandemic, now more than ever, the world needs places where they can disconnect and create peace in the midst of so much uncertainty,» Cala added.

The center’s opening coincides with some events postponed by the Covid-19 pandemic being resumed, all with increased health safety precautions.

The first in-person workshop given was «Reprogram your Brain: Build Your New Version,» which will be followed by «The Science of Forgiving: the Antidote to Anxiety and Depression» (Saturday, February 27) and «Five Pillars for Creating Personal Strength» (with Jacques Giraud, Saturday, March 13).

«Safety is our top priority. Health and safety norms and protocols established by Miami-Dade County will be respected on the date of each activity,» the company Cala Enterprises clarified.

The Cala Center will also be open to community, social, cultural and family events.

The Cala Center:

19091 SW 160th St. Miami, FL 33187
www.ismaelcala.com/calacenter/
WhatsApp: +1 305 360 9940

SOURCE Cala Enterprises

Ismael Cala has opened the «Cala Center» in Miami, a unique comprehensive training space for leaders

MIAMI, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The author, communicator and strategist Ismael Cala has opened the CALA CENTER in Miami, a multipurpose space to host his main events as well as to welcome other happenings to the region.

«The Cala Center is a comprehensive training space for activating the five senses, but also that sixth sense that connects us with nature, with what we are beyond our bodies and with that…

MIAMI, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The author, communicator and strategist Ismael Cala has opened the CALA CENTER in Miami, a multipurpose space to host his main events as well as to welcome other happenings to the region.

«The Cala Center is a comprehensive training space for activating the five senses, but also that sixth sense that connects us with nature, with what we are beyond our bodies and with that high-consciousness vibration, of the leaders we want to train,» Cala explained.

Located in the southern part of downtown Miami, the Cala Center will be the setting for courses, seminars, and workshops on positive psychology, exponential mindful leadership, epigenetics, neurosciences, emotional intelligence, assertive communication and other activities requested by both the corporate sector and the people.

«After the pandemic, now more than ever, the world needs places where they can disconnect and create peace in the midst of so much uncertainty,» Cala added.

The center’s opening coincides with some events postponed by the Covid-19 pandemic being resumed, all with increased health safety precautions.

The first in-person workshop given was «Reprogram your Brain: Build Your New Version,» which will be followed by «The Science of Forgiving: the Antidote to Anxiety and Depression» (Saturday, February 27) and «Five Pillars for Creating Personal Strength» (with Jacques Giraud, Saturday, March 13).

«Safety is our top priority. Health and safety norms and protocols established by Miami-Dade County will be respected on the date of each activity,» the company Cala Enterprises clarified.

The Cala Center will also be open to community, social, cultural and family events.

The Cala Center:

19091 SW 160th St. Miami, FL 33187
www.ismaelcala.com/calacenter/
WhatsApp: +1 305 360 9940

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New Doors Open for Jeep® Wrangler; Jeep Performance Parts Teams With Mopar to Introduce Dual-Door Group That Includes New Half Doors to Further Enhance Open-air Experience

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —

  • New half doors and choice of upper-window assemblies are available as part of new Jeep® Wrangler Dual-Door Group factory option
  • New Dual-Door Group available now for two- and four-door models of Jeep Wrangler Sport, Rubicon; Sahara, Rubicon 392 and 4xe (available this spring)

For passionate Jeep® owners who crave even more of the ultimate open-air experience, Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) from Mopar is introducing new half doors for the iconic Jeep Wrangler.

«The open-air freedom of driving the Jeep Wrangler is a one-of-a-kind experience,» said Jim Morrison, Vice President, Jeep Brand North America. «Now with the latest Dual-Door Group factory offering from Mopar and its full catalog of authentic Jeep Performance Parts, our active-lifestyle enthusiasts can easily push the open-air envelope further.»

«We offer more than 500 quality-tested, factory-backed parts and accessories across the entire Jeep lineup,» said Mark Bosanac, North America Vice President, Mopar Service, Parts & Customer Care. «With the addition of new factory-engineered half doors for the legendary Jeep Wrangler, we continue to expand our comprehensive off-road catalog.»

New Jeep Wrangler Dual-Door Group features half doors
Engineered, tested and backed by the factory, the new half-door option enhances the Jeep Wrangler driving experience with production styling, security and occupant protection. With lower window ledges, new half doors provide improved visibility while maneuvering on and off road.

Available for both two- and four-door Jeep Wrangler models through the Mopar Custom Shop, as part of an original new-vehicle purchase in the U.S. and Canada, the new Jeep Wrangler Dual-Door Group includes both full and half doors. Full-steel production doors are installed on the vehicle while matching body-color half doors are conveniently packaged within the vehicle.

With production-level materials and build quality, new half doors are designed to work when equipped with any of the following features: power mirrors, blind-spot detection, passive and non-passive entry handles, and power locks. A quick and easy swap from full doors to half doors can be accomplished within minutes using the existing hinge locations and the exact same wiring connections.

Upper-window assemblies
New upper-window assemblies create a weather-tight seal and feature zippered plastic windows for quick, easy removal. Two materials are offered for the assemblies: base-model vinyl that matches the production soft-top roof or premium acrylic that matches the premium soft-top roof.

Each upper-door frame section uses an easy, tool-free, dual-guide post feature for easy installation and removal.

New Jeep Wrangler Dual-Door Group factory-option pricing (U.S.), which includes factory full doors and new half doors:

Dual-Door Group with base-model upper-window assemblies – sales code: AJB:

  • two-door: $2,350
  • four-door: $3,995

Dual-Door Group with premium-model upper-window assemblies – sales code: AJS:

  • two-door: $2,550
  • four-door: $4,395

Warranty coverage for each Dual-Door Group option is included as part of the new-vehicle warranty of three years/36,000 miles.

Jeep Performance Parts
Created in 2012 and offered by Mopar for the Jeep brand, JPP provides off-road enthusiasts with high-end, hard-core quality aftermarket accessories and performance parts. The portfolio of factory-backed, quality-tested parts includes axles, lift kits, bumpers, winches, skid plates, suspension components and more. The products are created in close conjunction with the Jeep brand, engineering and product design-office teams for development, testing and validation. Strict standards and factory-exclusive data — information not available to the aftermarket — are used to seamlessly integrate performance parts and accessories in order to deliver proper fit, finish and quality right down to the color, grain and appearance of each product. To see the full line of Jeep Performance Parts, visit mopar.com/jpp.

Jeep Brand
Built on 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV with capability, craftsmanship and versatility for people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a full line of vehicles that continue to provide owners with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence. Jeep Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is available to the entire Jeep lineup, is filled with benefits and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep owners the utmost care and dedicated 24/7 support.

The Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Cherokee, Compass, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Renegade and Wrangler. To meet consumer demand around the world, all Jeep models sold outside North America are available in both left- and right-hand drive configurations and with gasoline and diesel powertrain options. Jeep is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com. 

Mopar
Mopar (a simple contraction of the words MOtor and PARts) offers exceptional service, parts and customer-care. Born in 1937 as the name of a line of antifreeze products, the Mopar brand has evolved over more than 80 years to represent both complete care and authentic performance for owners and enthusiasts worldwide.

Mopar made its mark in the 1960s during the muscle-car era, with performance parts to enhance speed and handling for both road and racing use, and expanded to include technical service and customer support. Today, the Mopar brand’s global reach distributes more than 500,000 parts and accessories in more than 130 markets. With more than 50 parts distribution centers and 25 customer-contact centers globally, Mopar integrates service, parts and customer-care operations in order to enhance customer and dealer support worldwide.

Complete information on the Mopar brand is available at www.mopar.com. Mopar is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.

Follow Mopar and company news and video on:
Company blog: http://blog.stellantisnorthamerica.com
Media website: http://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mopar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmopar
Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialMOPAR
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/mopar or https://www.youtube.com/StellantisNA

 

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Forbes Magazine Acknowledges Hard Rock® As America’s Best Large Employer Across Travel & Leisure, Gaming, Entertainment For 2021

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hard Rock International has been named by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2021, earning the highest ranking among companies in the «Travel & Leisure» industry – which spans hotels, resorts, gaming, recreation and entertainment entities – and twentieth overall among the 500 companies included on the list across multiple industries.

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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hard Rock International has been named by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2021, earning the highest ranking among companies in the «Travel & Leisure» industry – which spans hotels, resorts, gaming, recreation and entertainment entities – and twentieth overall among the 500 companies included on the list across multiple industries.

The list of America’s Best Large Employers of 2021 represents companies who have worked tirelessly to make their workplace the best for its employees, with a special focus this year on those who continued to engage and hire employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Forbes partnered with market research firm, Statista, to compile the list by surveying 50,000 Americans working for businesses with at least 1,000 employees.  The surveys were presented through a series of online panels and effectively produced a representative sample of the U.S. workforce by asking participants how willing they would be to recommend their own employers to friends and family. The final list ranks the 500 large and 500 midsize employers that received the most recommendations.

«As a global company in 70 countries with more than 20,000 team members right here in the U.S., we are honored to be included in this year’s list of America’s Best Large Employers,» said Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International. «We are grateful to work alongside so many passionate and dedicated team members during one of the most challenging times in recent memory. This recognition reinforces our belief that our team members are the most valuable part of what makes Hard Rock a great place to work.»

To learn more about Hard Rock International, visit https://www.hardrock.com.

For more information or to view the full list of America’s Best Large Employers of 2021 from Forbes, please visit: https://www.forbes.com/best-large-employers/#38200eeafb3e.

About Hard Rock®:
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in 70 countries spanning 240 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops® and Cafes.  HRI also launched the Hard Rock Digital joint venture in 2020 to focus on online and retail sportsbook and interactive gaming.  

Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s most valuable collection of music memorabilia at more than 86,000 pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe. In 2020, Hard Rock International was honored as one of Forbes Magazine’s Best Employers for Diversity.  In 2019 and 2020, Hard Rock was named Forbes Magazine’s Top Employers for Women.  Hard Rock destinations are located in international gateway cities, including its two most successful flagship properties in Florida and home to the world’s first Guitar Hotel® in South Florida, Global Gaming’s 2020 Property of the Year. The brand is owned by HRI parent entity The Seminole Tribe of Florida. For more information on Hard Rock International visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.

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Redfin Predicts It Will Become Less Expensive to Sell Your Home as Real Estate Commissions Become More Transparent

SEATTLE, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — (NASDAQ: RDFN) — Today Redfin (www.redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage, published an <a target="_blank"…

SEATTLE, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — (NASDAQ: RDFN) — Today Redfin (www.redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage, published an in-depth analysis on real estate commissions, giving consumers access to data that has historically been unavailable to them. Redfin’s analysis found the typical U.S. home seller in 2020 paid the brokerage representing the buyer a commission equal to 2.7% of the sale price—down only slightly from 2.8% in 2012.

Redfin expects fees will likely decline in 2021 and beyond as data on agent commissions becomes widely available for the first time. Real estate websites are now allowed to publish commission rates that homesellers offer to the broker who brings a buyer as the result of an antitrust settlement between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). Sellers will be able to see what other sellers are offering when they visit real estate websites, helping them make more independent and informed decisions.

«When a homeowner can see that their neighbor offered a 2.5% buyer’s agent commission rate, it makes it much easier to justify offering a similar rate when they sell their home,» said Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather.

Earlier this month, Redfin began displaying the buyer’s agent commission for more than 700,000 home listings and plans to add more data as it becomes available. Redfin will continue to report on commission rates and how they change over time as part of its efforts to make the real estate industry more transparent for consumers.

How Do Commission Fees Work?
Most often in a home sale transaction, the seller pays the fees of both their agent and the buyer’s agent. While commission rates are negotiable and vary, U.S. sellers typically pay 5-6% of the final sale price, which is split between the seller’s agent and the buyer’s agent. The DOJ settlement only impacts buyer’s agent commissions, which are the focus of this report.

A Red-Hot Housing Market Is Already Prompting Some Sellers to Offer Lower Commissions

Today’s hot housing market is accelerating the decline in commissions. Demand for homes is sky-high, with thousands of Americans moving and taking advantage of record-low mortgage rates during the coronavirus pandemic. At the same time, there aren’t enough homes for sale, fueling fierce bidding wars. As a result, some sellers have realized that finding a buyer will be a cinch, regardless of the commission they offer to the buyer’s agent.

«I’ve been talking with some of my sellers about offering no more than 2.5% given the lack of inventory,» said Sylva Khayalian, a Redfin real estate agent in Los Angeles. «There’s such a huge shortage of houses for sale that most homes will attract a long line of eager buyers no matter what. As a result, many sellers feel they don’t need to compensate the buyer’s agent as much for that part of the process.»

iBuyers Pave the Way for Lower Commissions
Homes are increasingly being sold by thrifty businesses like iBuyers instead of individual sellers’ agents. The term «iBuyer» (short for instant buyer) is used to describe a real estate company that purchases houses from homeowners in quick cash transactions, makes any necessary improvements to the homes, and then resells them.

When an iBuyer resells a home, it pays a commission to the buyer’s agent, just like an individual home seller does. The average commission rate paid by iBuyers dropped to 2.5% in 2020 from 2.8% in 2019 as these companies experimented with paying lower fees to trim costs.

RedfinNow, Redfin’s iBuying business, has experimented with offering lower commissions to buyers’ agents when it sells homes. On more than 70% of its new listings this year, RedfinNow has offered 0.5% less to the buyer’s agent than it has historically, according to RedfinNow Vice President Jason Aleem.

«So far, offering a lower commission has not impacted our ability to attract buyers and sell homes for top dollar. Paying lower commissions means we can make even stronger offers to homeowners who request a cash offer from RedfinNow,» Aleem said. «We’re excited to share this strategy with our brokerage clients, who can hopefully save a chunk of change when they sell their home with a local Redfin agent.»

In many of the top iBuyer markets last year, iBuyers paid lower commissions to buyers’ agents than individual sellers did. In Phoenix, iBuyers paid 2.6% on average, while individual sellers paid 2.8%. When the DOJ settlement goes into effect and sellers can see what other sellers—including iBuyers—are paying in commissions, many of them may opt to pay a lower fee as well.

«iBuyers may have started the trend of offering lower commissions, but other sellers will follow,» said Sabrina Archolecas, an asset manager for RedfinNow in Texas.

Commission Summary By Metro Area
50 largest metros by number of home sales in 2020. Data* represents all homes sold in a given metro, including those sold by iBuyers and homebuilders.

Metro Area

Average Commission Rate Sellers Offered to Buyers’ Agents (2020)

Share of Sellers Offering Commission of 3% or More to Buyers’ Agents (2012)

Share of Sellers Offering Commission of 3% or More to Buyers’ Agents (2020)

Anaheim, CA

2.4%

33.0%

5.7%

Atlanta, GA

3.0%

89.3%

92.3%

Austin, TX

3.0%

96.4%

95.3%

Baltimore, MD

2.5%

33.0%

7.1%

Boston, MA

2.2%

8.1%

0.9%

Buffalo, NY

2.9%

93.4%

80.7%

Camden, NJ

2.8%

25.0%

55.6%

Chicago, IL

2.4%

19.9%

1.9%

Columbus, OH

3.0%

93.4%

94.5%

Dallas, TX

3.0%

95.0%

95.4%

Dayton, OH

3.0%

95.9%

96.1%

Denver, CO

2.8%

17.2%

5.3%

Elgin, IL

2.4%

25.8%

1.9%

Fort Lauderdale, FL

2.8%

86.7%

68.1%

Fort Worth, TX

3.0%

94.5%

92.3%

Frederick, MD

2.5%

47.5%

12.2%

Grand Rapids, MI

3.0%

93.1%

94.2%

Houston, TX

3.0%

94.3%

94.5%

Indianapolis, IN

3.0%

89.5%

83.4%

Kansas City, MO

3.0%

94.4%

92.8%

Lakeland, FL

2.6%

57.0%

32.0%

Little Rock, AR

2.4%

14.4%

7.8%

Los Angeles, CA

2.4%

33.2%

4.1%

Minneapolis, MN

2.7%

22.6%

1.6%

Montgomery County, PA

2.6%

63.2%

32.9%

Naples, FL

2.9%

84.1%

67.7%

Nashville, TN

3.0%

94.6%

91.9%

Nassau County, NY

2.0%

6.0%

3.1%

New Brunswick, NJ

2.4%

24.7%

7.8%

New York, NY

2.3%

23.2%

15.3%

North Port, FL

2.9%

90.6%

81.9%

Oakland, CA

2.5%

35.3%

4.4%

Orlando, FL

2.7%

80.4%

39.5%

Philadelphia, PA

2.7%

74.2%

42.0%

Phoenix, AZ

2.8%

64.0%

57.7%

Portland, OR

2.4%

16.4%

1.0%

Raleigh, NC

2.5%

20.1%

4.6%

Riverside, CA

2.5%

59.4%

19.7%

Rochester, NY

3.0%

96.7%

94.4%

Salisbury, MD

2.6%

51.8%

27.6%

San Diego, CA

2.5%

33.9%

4.1%

San Francisco, CA

2.5%

18.2%

3.9%

San Jose, CA

2.5%

30.1%

3.9%

Seattle, WA

2.8%

87.8%

58.1%

St. Louis, MO

2.7%

35.8%

5.8%

Tacoma, WA

2.6%

68.6%

22.1%

Tampa, FL

2.6%

32.6%

12.3%

Virginia Beach, VA

2.9%

91.0%

90.6%

Washington, DC

2.6%

72.9%

18.2%

West Palm Beach, FL

2.7%

85.3%

50.1%

National—U.S.A.

2.7%

59.7%

44.8%

To read the full report, please visit:  https://www.redfin.com/news/real-estate-commissions-2021

About Redfin
Redfin (www.redfin.com) is a technology-powered residential real estate company, redefining real estate in the consumer’s favor in a commission-driven industry. We do this by integrating every step of the home buying and selling process and pairing our own agents with our own technology, creating a service that is faster, better and costs less. We offer brokerage, iBuying, mortgage, and title services, and we also run the country’s #1 nationwide brokerage website, offering a host of online tools to consumers, including the Redfin Estimate. We represent people buying and selling homes in over 90 markets in the United States and Canada. Since our launch in 2006, we have saved our customers over $800 million and we’ve helped them buy or sell more than 235,000 homes worth more than $115 billion.

For more information or to contact a local Redfin real estate agent, visit www.redfin.com. To learn about housing market trends and download data, visit the Redfin Data Center. To be added to Redfin’s press release distribution list, email press@redfin.com. To view Redfin’s press center, click here.

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Senmiao Technology Announces Third Order of 200 Electric Vehicles Under Framework Agreement with BYD

CHENGDU, China, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Senmiao Technology Limited («Senmiao») (NASDAQ: AIHS), a provider of automobile transaction and related services targeting the online ride-hailing industry in China as well as an operator of its own online ride-hailing platform, today announced that it has ordered another 200 electric vehicles («EVs») manufactured by BYD Company Limited («BYD», HK: 1211 and SZSE: 002594) from an authorized dealer of BYD Auto Sales Co.,…

CHENGDU, China, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Senmiao Technology Limited («Senmiao») (NASDAQ: AIHS), a provider of automobile transaction and related services targeting the online ride-hailing industry in China as well as an operator of its own online ride-hailing platform, today announced that it has ordered another 200 electric vehicles («EVs») manufactured by BYD Company Limited («BYD», HK: 1211 and SZSE: 002594) from an authorized dealer of BYD Auto Sales Co., Ltd., which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BYD. The first batch of 100 automobiles from this order is expected to be delivered to the Chengdu office of Senmiao during the first week of March 2021.

Senmiao expects to provide finance and leasing options for these EVs to ride-hailing drivers in one of its two principal markets, Chengdu, while exploring the opportunities to expand to new markets in other cities. Since launching its proprietary ride-hailing platform in the fourth quarter of 2020, Senmiao has seen large demand for EVs in financial leasing and operating leasing segments of the online ride-hailing industry in China. Senmiao also expects to implement services and technology in these vehicles in preparation for independent drivers to use them for ride-hailing activities, including advanced telematics and mapping software.

The order was made pursuant to the previously announced framework agreement with BYD Auto Sales Co., Ltd. for the purchase of BYD manufactured EVs and joint promotion of the use of EVs in China’s ride-hailing market. With this third order, Senmiao has ordered an aggregate of 1,200 of the 5,000 vehicles expected to be ordered in 2020-2021. Senmiao intends to finance the purchase of these 200 vehicles with cash on hand.

Xi Wen, Senmiao’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated, «We are pleased to place this third order of 200 EVs from our partner BYD for our growing online ride-hailing business in Chengdu. We anticipate receiving 100 vehicles from BYD in Chengdu next week and look forward to meeting demand in the market from drivers utilizing our financing options. Our mission is to make these vehicles accessible to independent drivers, allowing them to easily transition into ride-hailing drivers as a profession. We have witnessed very positive growth and development of our own online ride-hailing platform in the past three months and reported strong January 2021 operating metrics with more than 910,000 rides completed. We expect this trend to continue within our existing markets as we explore the possibility of entering new cities.»

About Senmiao Technology Limited

Headquartered in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, Senmiao provides automobile transaction and related services including sales of automobiles, facilitation and services for automobile purchase and financing, management, operating lease, guarantee and other automobile transaction services as well as operates its own ride-hailing platform aimed principally at the growing online ride-hailing market in Senmiao’s areas of operation in China. For more information about Senmiao, please visit: http://www.senmiaotech.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements 

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements (including those relating to Senmiao’s purchase of EVs under the framework agreement with BYD and the potential expansion of operations to other cities in China) also are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including those detailed from time to time in the Senmiao’s filings with the SEC, and represent Senmiao’s views only as of the date they are made and should not be relied upon as representing Senmiao’s views as of any subsequent date. Senmiao undertakes no obligation to publicly revise any forward-looking statements to reflect changes in events or circumstances. 

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Phone: +86 28 6155 4399

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Hi-tech batteries support boost in demand for household solar energy

DURHAM, N.C., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Engineers at Gridtential Energy, Inc. and Electric…

DURHAM, N.C., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Engineers at Gridtential Energy, Inc. and Electric Applications Incorporated (EAI), supported by the Consortium for Battery Innovation (CBI), are working to further develop quick and safe ‘plug and play’ solar powered energy storage systems to meet the boom in demand for renewable, and secure, energy in U.S. homes.

Gridtential and EAI are developing advanced batteries that could accelerate the move to greener power in U.S. homes.

Gridtential Energy is the pioneer of Silicon Joule™, an innovative bipolar battery technology, which uses silicon wafers (similar to those in solar cells) in traditional lead batteries to reduce weight and achieve performance competitive with lithium-ion at a lower cost. The new research project will combine Silicon Joule technology with the testing expertise of EAI to develop high voltage reference batteries specifically for so-called behind-the-meter energy storage applications.

The advanced batteries developed by Gridtential and EAI could accelerate the move to greener power in homes across the nation as the new U.S. president drives forward climate change policies and the low carbon transformation of the economy.

Behind-the-meter (BTM) energy storage is a critical piece for the decarbonization landscape with systems booming in demand. In the U.S. alone, Wood Mackenzie predicted 430 MW installed in 2020, reflecting an increase of more than 100% over 2019.

This is driving the need for affordable, safe, high-performing batteries in easy-to-connect packages that incorporate renewable energy for the residential market.

John Barton, CEO of Gridtential, said: «Integrated PV-battery backup system is a fantastic application for Silicon Joule technology due to its superior cycle life, low cost, safety, and recyclability; all of which are of utmost importance to residential consumers and small business owners and set this technology apart from other batteries.»

The research collaboration will involve constructing mini-systems using Silicon Joule bipolar batteries for testing, with EAI developing an optimized charge scheme to replicate real-life energy storage systems.

Building on CBI’s technical roadmap goals to maximize cycle life and energy throughput – two key technical parameters for renewable energy storage – this project is critical for delivering insights to enhance lead battery performance.

Dr. Matt Raiford, Technical Manager of CBI, said: «This exciting partnership will delve into the performance of bipolar lead battery packs using sizing commonly seen in residential energy storage systems.»

«Demand reduction and renewable energy storage applications are a booming market for advanced lead batteries and the most popular in the residential sector» he added. «This project will contribute to a new battery technology being available to meet growing demand in the United States and further afield».

As part of CBI’s 2021 research program dedicated to enhancing lead battery performance under the banner of energy storage, the project with Gridtential and EAI is pushing the boundaries to deliver next-generation batteries. 

Notes to editors:

  1. The Consortium for Battery Innovation is the world’s only global pre-competitive research organization funding research into lead batteries for energy storage, motive and automotive applications. For more than 25 years, with its global membership of battery manufacturers, industry suppliers, research institutes and universities, CBI has delivered cutting-edge research pushing the boundaries of innovation in lead battery technology, setting the standard for advanced lead batteries and the next generation of energy storage. For more information, visit our website: www.batteryinnovation.org
  2. Dr. Matt Raiford, Technical Manager of CBI, is available for interview. For more information, please contact CBI’s media contact: Niamh Owen-McLaughlin, +44 7593 445 096; Niamh.mclaughlin@batteryinnovation.org
  3. John Barton, CEO of Gridtential, is available for interview. For more information, please contact Josh Green, gridtential@firebrand.marketing, +1 415 235 4006.

Contact Niamh Owen-McLaughlin 
niamh.mclaughlin@batteryinnovation.org
+44 7593 445 096

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Atlantic Canada Tempts Travelers To The Region In 2021 With These Popular Trips

Charlottetown, PE, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Conveniently located just northeast of the U.S. border, Atlantic Canada is a crowd-free, seaside escape offering an abundance of culinary delicacies and outdoor adventures.

Packaged travel offerings include small group trips, self-driving itineraries, and other options, featuring exclusive access and hassle-free visits to the region when the borders open again. In 2021, American travelers can explore the…

Charlottetown, PE, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Conveniently located just northeast of the U.S. border, Atlantic Canada is a crowd-free, seaside escape offering an abundance of culinary delicacies and outdoor adventures.

Packaged travel offerings include small group trips, self-driving itineraries, and other options, featuring exclusive access and hassle-free visits to the region when the borders open again. In 2021, American travelers can explore the stunning landscapes, exciting cultural centers, and vibrant waterways of the region’s four provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland & Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.

New Brunswick

Travelers planning a road trip can book the six-day, self-driving itinerary New Brunswick Explorer with Maxxim Vacations. The package includes: six nights of accommodations at bed & breakfasts and country inns; a mid-size car rental with unlimited mileage; a whale watching boat tour; a Shediac Bay Lobster Tale Cruise; a visit to Kingsbrae Gardens in the seaside town of St. Andrews as well as a half day tour of the town; admission to the Beaverbrook Art Gallery; and a day at the iconic rock formations at Hopewell Rocks along the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides in the world. Prices begin at $1,569 CA per person and departure dates can be found by requesting information at http://www.maxximvacations.com.

Newfoundland & Labrador

Road Scholar offers an immersive, 14-day exploration of Newfoundland & Labrador’s most impressive landscapes and marine life during The Best of Spectacular Newfoundland Coast to Coast. Adventurers will view the world’s largest concentration of humpback whales and North America’s largest colony of Atlantic Puffins, meet a local expert to learn about the Viking settlement at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of L’Anse-aux-Meadows National Historic Site, and cruise the glacially carved fjord of Western Brook Pond. Accommodations for 13 nights, 37 meals, 25 expert-led field trips, and more, are included. Departures are available on select dates between August and September 2021 starting at $3,979 USD, and June through September 2022 starting at $4,399 USD. Additional information and departure dates can be found at http://www.roadscholar.org.

Nova Scotia

Anderson Vacations offers a six-day Taste of Nova Scotia itinerary that begins and ends in the capital city of Halifax. During a two-hour dinner cruise through Halifax Harbour, guests will crack open lobster while cruising past notable landmarks like Georges Island and Point Pleasant Park. As travelers make their way up and down the coast, they will stop for wine tasting tours in the Annapolis Valley, observe cider-making at craft cideries, and taste beer at a historic brewery. Picturesque destinations like Peggy’s Cove and the town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are known for their stunning photo opportunities as well as an abundance of fresh seafood arriving on the docks daily. Departures are available June through September starting at $860 USD per person and more information can be found by requesting a brochure at http://www.andersonvacation.com.

Prince Edward Island

The three-day, Best of Prince Edward Island itinerary with Atlantic Tours & Travel beckons travelers to the land of Anne of Green Gables, with its red cliffs and green farmlands. Two nights in the capital, Charlottetown, as well as a lobster dinner and a tour director or driver guide are included. A visit to the Green Gables Heritage Place offers an insider look into the inspiration behind Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic books. Prince Edward Island National Park is home to stunning views of white beaches and sand dunes, and a walking tour of Charlottetown is an ideal way to meet the locals. Group departures are available June through October 2021 starting at $1,034 CAD per person for a triple room. http://www.atlantictours.com

Explore the Region

A nine-day tour through the three provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island is available through Wonders of the Maritimes & Scenic Cape Breton with Globus. The small group trip begins and ends in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Highlights include a visit to New Brunswick’s famous formations at Hopewell Rocks on the Bay of Fundy, a folk music party in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, and a scenic drive through the iconic Cabot Trail of the Cape Breton Highlights National Park. Departure is available on select dates in 2021 and 2022 between June and September starting at $2,150 USD. http://www.globusjourneys.com

The great outdoors of all four Atlantic Canada provinces can be explored with Vision Atlantic Vacations‘ The Magnificent Seven National Parks. The 19-day, self-driving itinerary includes a car rental, itinerary, 19 nights of accommodations, and more. Highlights include seaside hikes through Fundy National Park in New Brunswick; a walk along the sand dunes of Prince Edward Island National Park; a spectacular drive through Nova Scotia’s Cabot Trail in Cape Breton National Park; a visit to the magnificent Tablelands of Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Newfoundland & Labrador, and more. Prices start at $3,547 CA per person, based on two people. Departure dates can be found by requesting more information at http://www.visionatlanticvacations.com.

About Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism (ACAT):
This project has been made possible through funding provided by the Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism (ACAT). ACAT is a nine-member pan-Atlantic initiative comprising the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the four Atlantic Canada Tourism Industry Associations, and the four Provincial Departments responsible for tourism.

For more information on the four provinces, visit these websites or follow on social media:

New Brunswick
Web: http://www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca
Instagram: @DestinationNB
Twitter: @SeeNewBrunswick
Facebook: @DestinationNB

Nova Scotia
Web: http://www.novascotia.com
Instagram: @VisitNovaScotia
Twitter: @VisitNovaScotia
Facebook: @NovaScotia

Newfoundland and Labrador
Web: http://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com
Instagram: @newfoundlandlabrador
Twitter: @NLtweets
Facebook: @NewfoundlandLabradorTourism

Prince Edward Island
Web: http://www.tourismpei.com
Instagram: @tourismpei
Twitter: @tourismpei
Facebook: @tourismpei

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