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ökosphäre Announces Unique Consulting Agreement With Countrywide Properties

In an Uncertain Economy, Eastern Idaho Real Estate Broker Hires ökosphäre to Provide “Out-of-the-Box” Thinking for Real Estate Marketing

Rexburg, ID, August 26, 2009 – In a challenging real estate climate, Countrywide Properties, a real estate brokerage in Rexburg, Idaho, has taken a novel approach by hiring ökosphäre to develop and deploy new, creative marketing techniques for the firm's real estate offerings and holdings.

“With tight credit, new lending restrictions, and flagging consumer demand, the traditional business tactics just don't work anymore,” said Jeff Lerwill, Broker/Owner of Countrywide Properties. “Our clients expect us to market their properties in the most effective way possible. We decided to hire ökosphäre to really look – in depth - at all of our options, from better use of the Internet and property trading to unique financing options and guerrilla marketing strategies.”

Jeff Lerwill continues, “There probably hasn't been a better time to buy real estate in recent memory. The key is making an introduction between a property and the right buyer. Make no mistake, the buyers are out there – we just need better tools to find them. Our partnership with ökosphäre is one example of our pursuit to be the best, no matter the circumstances.”

“This consulting agreement allows us to really flex our creative muscle,” said Stephen Loosli, vice president of business development for ökosphäre. “Countrywide Properties has always been a market leader and, once again, they demonstrate that commitment. We are excited to work with Countrywide Properties to re-examine their industry and develop new, successful tactics in the face of a tough real estate climate.”

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About Countrywide Properties Countrywide Properties, Inc., founded in 1994, is a full-service real estate brokerage and property management company headquartered in Rexburg, Idaho. With ten agents and more than 150 listings from starter townhomes to exclusive ranch listings, the brokerage is dedicated to leading the market in client satisfaction and customer service. More information about Countrywide Properties is available at www.countrywideprop.com.

About ökosphäre, llc (pronounced as “ecosphere;” spelled sans capitalization), is a premier "living environment" consulting company, with core competencies in land, building, and energy issues. The firm's passionate, experienced employees work together with individuals, families, organizations, and governments worldwide to help them solve their most pressing challenges, leading towards true sustainable living. With decades of experience in planning, landscape architecture, the living sciences, construction and engineering, ökosphäre can be counted on for a thorough and professional analysis of each client's challenges. Additional information about ökosphäre is available at www.okosphare.com.

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