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Rep. Kiggans Presents $750,000 Check for Community Project Funding for Town of Parksley Water...
Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) joined local leaders in Parksley to recognize $750,000 in Community Project Funding (CPF) secured for the Town of Parksley’s Water Supply Storage Improvement Project.
SourceRE and Hive MLS Catch Major Vendors Circumventing MLS in Groundbreaking Forensic Pilot
SourceRE, provider of MLS data solutions, today announced the results of a groundbreaking forensic pilot conducted in
Why a Metal Double Garage Is a Smart Investment for Modern Homeowners
A metal double garage has become an increasingly popular choice among homeowners in the United Kingdom who are looking for a practical, durable, and cost-efficient way to expand their storage space. As property prices continue to rise and space becomes more valuable, investing in a structure that combines functionality with longevity is more important than ever.
7 Leading Home Warranty Companies for Real Estate Professionals of 2026
Home warranties have become a practical tool in real estate transactions, not because they eliminate risk, but because they help manage how that risk is perceived and handled during the deal process. In an environment where inspection reports can quickly influence buyer confidence, warranties often serve as a stabilizing mechanism that keeps negotiations focused and prevents small issues from escalating into deal blockers
NYCHA Residents Decide the Future of Their Homes at Isaacs Houses
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) today announced the final results of the resident vote at Isaacs Houses. Residents have weighed in on the future of their homes and have opted to remain under the traditional Section 9 model.
The Port Surpasses 200 Home Sales, Strengthening Neighborhoods Across Hamilton County
The Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority (The Port) announced today that it has closed on more than 200 home sales throughout Hamilton County, marking a major milestone in its long-term residential strategy to revive blighted and vacant properties to expand access to quality housing.
Hive MLS Sweeps “Best MLS” Awards, Winning Top Honors in all 7 Categories
Hive MLS, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Multiple Listing Services (MLS), has been named a “BEST MLS” across all seven categories in the WAV Group Customer Experience Index (CXI)
Jayapal Secures Nearly $18.4 Million in Community Project Funding for FY26
U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) is announcing her Community Project Funding (CPF) requests that are funded by the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) appropriations bills. In total, she secured $18,399,144 for 14 projects in the greater Seattle area.
House Shopping in Ohio? The Weather Matters More Than You Think
In many Ohio yards, downspouts end a foot from the foundation, driveways show edge cracking, and roof shingles look granular after a few hard seasons. Those aren’t cosmetic details; they’re common results of freeze-thaw swings, heavy rain, wind, and hail.
Senate passes Sen. Carney bill to clarify protections against foreclosure
The Maine Senate voted unanimously to pass a bill from Sen. Anne Carney, D-Cape Elizabeth, to clarify protections against foreclosure in light of a decision by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) in 2024. LD 1444, “An Act to Clarify the Application of Finch v. U.S. Bank, N.A.,” would prohibit a lender that lost a foreclosure case before 2024 due to their failure to comply with notice requirements from bringing a new foreclosure claim against the same homeowner.
The Trump Administration’s FY27 Budget Places Fair and Affordable Housing Out of Reach for...
The Trump Administration released its FY27 budget proposal. Despite the nation’s escalating fair and affordable housing crisis the Trump Administration’s FY27 budget continues to propose drastic cuts, including eliminating critical HUD programs. The release of the President’s budget proposal comes as the nation commemorates the passage of the landmark Fair Housing Act of 1968, which passed seven days after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s horrific assassination.
Kiggans Advocates for Coastal Resilience and Eastern Shore Infrastructure in Appropriations Hearing at Energy...
Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02) spoke before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water during Member Day, highlighting two important issues directly impacting Virginia’s Second District: advancing the Chincoteague Inlet feasibility study to address erosion challenges on Virginia’s Eastern Shore
HISTORIC HOUSING LEGISLATION MAKES PROGRESS, BUT NAREB WARNS THAT IT FAILS TO ADDRESS CORE...
While provisions in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act seek to improve federal housing programs, increase the supply of affordable housing, and limit private equity purchases of single-family homes, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) warns that the first bipartisan housing legislation in decades fundamentally fails to address the core issues critical to increasing Black homeownership.
Rep. Aguilar Delivers $1 Million for Omnitrans Zero-Emission Electric Buses and Infrastructure to Improve...
Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA-33) announced that he secured $1,000,000 in community project funding for Omnitrans’ Battery Electric Buses and Installation of Charging Infrastructure project. This funding will create jobs, make commutes smoother for residents and improve air quality in the Inland Empire
2025 HMDA Data on Mortgage Lending Now Available
The Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Modified Loan Application Register (LAR) data for 2025 are now available on the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council’s (FFIEC) HMDA Platform for approximately 4,768 HMDA filers. The published data contain loan-level information filed by financial institutions and modified to protect consumer privacy.
Why AI Search Visibility Matters for Real Estate in 2026 and How Agents Can...
The way homebuyers find properties is changing faster than most agents realize. AI-powered search tools like ChatGPT, Google AI Mode, and Perplexity are now answering complex real estate questions directly, pulling information from listing platforms and presenting recommendations without the buyer ever clicking through to a website
Pressley, DeLauro, Gomez Unveil Bill to Support Families Facing Eviction
to kick off National Fair Housing Month, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), along with Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34), Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Renters Caucus, introduced the Housing Emergencies Lifeline Program (HELP) Act, much needed legislation to provide support to those facing eviction
National Fair Housing Alliance Convenes Elected Officials, Civil Rights Leaders, and Technologists for 3rd...
As artificial intelligence increasingly shapes access to housing, credit, insurance, employment, and economic opportunity, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) will convene leaders from government, civil rights, technology, financial services, and academia for its Third Annual Responsible AI Symposium
Luján, Murkowski, Schatz Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand and Modernize Native Housing Programs
U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, and U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai?i), Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian
MHP Receives $1M in Congressionally Directed Spending Funds for Amherst Affordable Housing Redevelopment
Nonprofit developer Montgomery Housing Partnership (MHP) announced today it was selected to receive $1 million for Amherst Affordable Housing Redevelopment through Fiscal Year 2026 Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS). The funding, secured by U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks
