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California is the most populous state in the United States, and the third largest by area after Alaska and Texas.  Key developments in the early 20th century included the emergence of Los Angeles as center of the American entertainment industry, and the growth of a large, state-wide tourism sector. California also has a prosperous agricultural industry, as well as thriving aerospace, petroleum, and information technology sectors.

The California Gold Rush brought dramatic changes to the state; the large influx of people created an economic boom. California’s name became indelibly connected with the Gold Rush, and as a result, was connected with what became known as the “California Dream.” California was perceived as a place of new beginnings, where hard work and good luck could reward great wealth. And the gold never wore off, hence the nickname ‘The Golden State’.

If you’d like to strike gold with your next apartment, visit these apartments for rent:

Woodbury Lane Apartments in Irvine, CA
Portola Place Apartments in Irvine, CA
The Villas at Villaggio Apartments in Modesto, CA
Mirasol Apartments in Irvine, CA
Palmeras Apartments in Irvine, CA
Shadow Oaks Apartments in Irvine, CA
Somerset Apartments in Irvine, CA
Villa Coronado Apartments in Irvine, CA

So who wouldn’t want to live in the great state of California? If anything, just to be run by a governor who pronounces the state “Cal-e-forn-ia.” Ha ha

Information gathered from Wikipedia.com

Pet owners of America understand the true meaning of ‘your pet is a part of your family.’ There’s no way around it, that dog or cat that you have included in your home is now like one of your children. And ForRent.com understands that too, because just like you, we are pet owners! Take a look at a few of our family members.

Bailey, Chihuahua, Male, 3 ½ years old.
This picture accurately portrays my Bailey. He is feisty and always ready for action. Contrary to the Chihuahua label, he is far from a prissy dog. With cat-like characteristics, he pounces on you or anything else that moves by.  He also likes to bark….a lot! But you’ll get no better security system, as he hears noise ½ a mile away! He his is father and I’s pride and joy; I cannot imagine life without him. -Gillian Luce
                 
            
          

Bailey, American Red-Nosed Pitbull, Female Almost 2 years old

Bailey is very high energy and would play Frisbee all day long if she had the opportunity. As a morning routine (if she’s not running around with a sock in her mouth) she has a tendency to put her paws on the bathroom counter and watch me as I am brushing my teeth. She loves being involved in everything, which includes licking anyone who comes within reach. Her charm is undeniable. Bailey transcends the stereotypes about Pitbulls on a daily basis! -Jessica Lambert
                   
                  

Cash, Rottweiler/Doberman Mix, Male, 1 year

Ladies. Hide your heels. Cash wants nothing more than to destroy them! A young pup, Cash loves to keep his mom on her toes! At nearly 100 lbs, his massive size is only trumped by the massive amount of love and affection he shows to others, whether he knows them or not, Cash never meets an enemy. His dark, shiny coat and smiling face is always a crowd pleaser attracting young and old, male and female who can’t help but pet this larger-than-life little love bug. In his spare time, Cash enjoys running around in circles and playing with his favorite chew toys! -Meredith Mobley

We understand how important it is to keep your family together, all of your family. So when you need to move, be sure to check out ForRent.com for pet-friendly apartments.

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                            Contact:                                                                                                                             Meredith Mobley
Marketing Communications Coordinator
meredith.mobley@forrent.com
Phone: 757-351-7366
Fax: 757-961-4827     

ForRent.com launches free GPhone application

ForRent.com offers most comprehensive line of mobile products in multi-housing industry

NORFOLK, Va.-(June 29, 2009)-ForRent.com, anchor Web site of For Rent Media Solutions^TM, a leading apartment resource for searching apartments nationwide, and a division of Dominion Enterprises, has launched a ForRent.com T-Mobile G1^TM (GPhone) application. The new application is the latest addition to For Rent’s comprehensive line of mobile marketing products for apartment seekers, including the ForRent.com text messaging product, mobile Web site and iPhone^TM application.

With ForRent.com’s free GPhone application, apartment seekers can browse through thousands of apartment listings nationwide. Users can also view apartment descriptions, videos, pictures, and floor plans, save their results, and contact the property. Consumers can use touchable map pins to click on a pin representing a property and go directly to the property’s page. From the map, apartment seekers can zoom in and out to get a clearer view of the property and its proximity to surrounding apartment communities.

The GPhone runs on the new Google Android operating system and applications are distributed in the Android Market, which opened to the public on October 22. Applications are only accessible through the GPhone phone, but can be previewed at the Android Market Web site.

“Mobile marketing is quickly spreading as a leading method of communication used to engage consumers,” says Terry Slattery, president of For Rent Media Solutions. “According to comScore Media Metrix, consumers downloaded 83 percent more mobile applications in March 2009 than in March 2008. We understand how much mobile Web impacts our consumers’ daily lives and will continue to explore opportunities with other mobile devices in the future.”

While the number of consumers downloading mobile applications continues to grow, comScore shows that, overwhelmingly, the preferred mode for accessing local content on a mobile device is through a mobile browser. In March 2008, 15.4 million mobile Web users accessed information via a mobile browser. By March 2009, that number jumped to 20.7 million. These numbers support the success seen by the ForRent.com mobile site. According to Omniture SiteCatalyst, an online business optimization company, the ForRent.com mobile site received more than 256,000 page views in May 2009.

The GPhone application adds to the already existing suite of mobile products offered to apartment seekers and solidifies ForRent.com as a leader in mobile marketing. Other mobile products include text messaging, launched in June 2007, the mobile Web site, launched in June 2008, and the iPhone application launched earlier this year.

About For Rent Media Solutions^TM

Headquartered in Norfolk, Va., For Rent Media Solutions is a division of Dominion Enterprises. As the multi-family housing solution for apartment seekers, property/apartment managers and owners, For Rent Media Solutions provides superior products, outstanding customer service, and tangible results.  For Rent Media Solutions is a leading resource for choosing your next apartment for rent, townhouse, condo, duplex, efficiency, studio or loft and provides a free customizable apartment search from more than 30,000 apartment listings nationwide.  For Rent Media Solutions operates For Rent Magazine^®, as well as ForRent.com^TM-The Magazine, and publishes 99 magazines covering more than 190 markets nationwide, including After 55^TM Housing & Resource Guide, and Apartamentos Para Rentar^®. For Rent Media Solutions operates four additional Web sites: ForRent.com^®, SeniorOutlook.com^TM, CorporateHousing.com^®, and ParaRentar.com^TM.  For Rent Media Solutions is a company dedicated to the needs of the apartment industry, bringing prospective residents and apartment communities together.

About Dominion Enterprises

Dominion Enterprises is a leading marketing services company serving the automotive, enthusiast and commercial vehicle, real estate, apartment rental, and employment industries. The company’s businesses provide a comprehensive suite of technology-based marketing solutions including Internet advertising, lead generation, CRM, Web site design and hosting, and data management services. The company has more than 45 market-leading Web sites reaching more than 16.7 million unique visitors, and more than 450 magazines with a weekly circulation of 4.3 million. Headquartered in Norfolk, Va., the company has 5,400 employees in more than 200 offices nationwide. For more information, visit http://www.dominionenterprises.com/.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: 
Meredith Mobley 
Marketing Communications Coordinator
meredith.mobley@forrent.com
Phone: 757-351-7366
Fax: 757-961-4827

ForRent.com and Homes.com partner to expand consumer housing options

Who’s ready for more apartment community videos?? Well, rest assured ForRent.com has taken care of you! We’re uploading them to more and more places! Our video syndication network which consists of a variety of sites such as: YouTube, MySpace, Yahoo, Dailymotion, AptsVideo.com and others to make them more accessible for your viewing pleasure!

Here are our latest uploads…

Crestone at Shadow Mountain Apartments in Phoenix, AZ

Reflections Apartments in Fresno, CA

The Cecil Apartments in Baltimore, MD

Cedar Pointe Rental Townhomes in Minnetonka, MN

The Oaks at Park Boulevard Apartments in Grapevine, TX

Mount Vernon Apartments in Desoto, TX

Our hopes are to be wherever you are searching for apartments. If you’re on social sites, we’re on social sites, if you’re on the internet, we’re on the internet, if you search by magazines, we have magazines and if you’re searching on-the-go, we have mobile & apps! Our motto is: ForRent.com is here to help you find an apartment any time, any place!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                           

Contact:                                                                                                                            

Meredith Mobley                                                                                        
Marketing Communications Coordinator
meredith.mobley@forrent.com
Phone: 757-351-7366
Fax: 757-961-4827

Paige Forrest promoted to vice president of sales for For Rent Media Solutions^TM

NORFOLK, Va.-(May 6, 2009)-For Rent Media Solutions, a leading apartment resource for searching apartments nationwide, and a division of Dominion Enterprises, has announced the promotion of Paige Forrest to vice president of sales.

“Paige is a true leader and an expert at what she does,” says Terry Slattery, president, For Rent Media Solutions. “While with For Rent, Paige has been instrumental in the growth and development of our company.  Her skill and ability to adapt will make this a seamless transition for her. We look forward to what the future brings for Paige in her new role.”

Forrest has been dedicated to the multi-housing industry for nearly 20 years. In 2001, she joined Dominion Enterprises as the general sales manager in Richmond. Since then, Forrest has grown within the company, holding various titles including national sales manager and her most recent position as assistant vice president of sales, where she managed and oversaw the growth of the national sales and customer service teams. In her new role as vice president of sales, she oversees sales operations for the company’s Great Lakes and Mid-Atlantic regions, as well as national and inside sales efforts.

“Although the advertising industry has taken a hit overall, For Rent Media Solutions continues to excel,” said Forrest. “I am fortunate to have been given this opportunity to spearhead new initiatives for For Rent. I look forward to working closely with our markets to ensure our clients receive the most tailored multi-housing marketing solutions to help them effectively reach potential renters.”

About For Rent Media Solutions^TM

Headquartered in Norfolk, Va., For Rent Media Solutions is a division of Dominion Enterprises. As the multi-family housing solution for apartment seekers, property/apartment managers and owners, For Rent Media Solutions provides superior products, outstanding customer service, and tangible results.  For Rent Media Solutions is a leading resource for choosing your next apartment for rent, townhouse, condo, duplex, efficiency, studio or loft and provides a free customizable apartment search from more than 50,000 apartment listings nationwide.  For Rent Media Solutions operates For Rent Magazine^®, as well as ForRent.com^TM-The Magazine, and publishes 98 magazines covering more than 190 markets nationwide, including After 55^TM Housing & Resource Guide, and Apartamentos Para Rentar^®. For Rent Media Solutions operates four additional Web sites: ForRent.com^®, SeniorOutlook.com^TM, CorporateHousing.com^®, and ParaRentar.com^TM.  For Rent Media Solutions is a company dedicated to the needs of the apartment industry, bringing prospective residents and apartment communities together.

About Dominion Enterprises

Dominion Enterprises is a leading marketing services company serving the automotive, enthusiast and commercial vehicle, real estate, apartment rental, and employment industries. The company’s businesses provide a comprehensive suite of technology-based marketing solutions including Internet advertising, lead generation, CRM, Web site design and hosting, and data management services. The company has more than 45 market-leading Web sites reaching more than 16.7 million unique visitors, and more than 450 magazines with a weekly circulation of 4.3 million. Headquartered in Norfolk, Va., the company has 5,400 employees in more than 200 offices nationwide. For more information, visit http://www.dominionenterprises.com/.

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