International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI) to Host European Congress and Business Meetings in Vienna, Austria, December 4-7

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - December 3, 2008) - The Austrian Chapter of the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI) will host an exciting European Congress and Business Meetings which will address "European Real Estate in Global Competition" from December 4-7, 2008 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Vienna, Austria. Hundreds of professionals from all over the world are expected to participate in this special event which is held in conjunction with FIABCI's annual business meeting.

According to Luis Fernando Correa-Bahamon, FIABCI World President 2008-2009, "This will be an excellent opportunity for FIABCI members to experience Austria, well known for its world famous culture and tradition, while networking and conducting business on a global basis. Austria has developed into a major European centre of real estate and financial transactions. It seemed most appropriate for FIABCI to hold its European Congress and Annual Business Meetings in such a distinguished location."

For the second time in its history, FIABCI will be combining a Regional Congress and its annual Business Meetings. The Austrian Chapter, in cooperation with FIABCI's Professional Division and Institutional Members, has prepared a world-class professional program including conferences, marketing sessions and study tours. The Austrian chapter is also preparing a spectacular social program in the FIABCI tradition including special sessions for young members, women's luncheon, legislative sessions, and a panorama of European property markets. For further information, www.fiabcivienna2008.com.

About the International Real Estate Federation

The International Real Estate Federation, FIABCI, is an organization of real estate professionals in 65 countries which represents more than 100 national real estate associations, over 2 million professionals, and serves as special consultant with NGO status to the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations Organization (ECOSOC). FIABCI helps members acquire knowledge, develop networks and optimize business opportunities throughout the world. To view the Regional Congress program and for registration information, log onto the International Real Estate Federation website at www.FIABCI.org. For information about FIABCI, contact Alyssa Nightingale (631) 367-8599.

Contact Information: Contact: Alyssa Nightingale 631-367-8599