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WASHINGTON, DC - April 16, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the winner of a mobile application competition designed to make local assistance resources accessible to people helping homeless Veterans and others in need. The winner of the $25,000 prize was Reston, Va.-based Qbase, which developed “Homeless REACH.” VA’s Center for Innovation (VACI) sponsored the competition, called Project REACH (Real-time Electronic Access for Caregivers and Homeless), in collaboration with the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation and the Departments of Housing and Urban Development and Health and Human Services.

Alpharetta, GA - April 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- This beautiful, traditional home in Suwanee Georgia is wonderful for a family as it offers five bedrooms and four baths. As you walk thru the home you will be able to imagine all the entertaining th...

Reston, Virginia - April 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- MERSCORP Holdings, Inc. today announced that a three-judge panel of the Michigan Court of Appeals recently affirmed a lower court decision in favor Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) and three other defendants, dismissing a five-count wrongful foreclosure complaint.

ATLANTA - April 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts brand today announced the launch of a multimedia advertising campaign starring PGA TOUR professional Rickie Fowler. The upscale hotel brand is continuing its relationship with Fowler for a second consecutive golf season and will execute a multichannel campaign designed to show how Crowne Plaza hotels help business travelers meet their personal goals when they’re on the road. One of the most recognizable golfers on the PGA TOUR, Fowler will appear in television, print and online ads showcasing his own experience as a business traveler, albeit a non-traditional one

New York City, NY - April 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Build Up New York City’s Middle Class Maria will visit Starwood Capital Group properties in New York City to highlight the generous support the company receives from taxpayers for its highly profitable developments. She will demand that Starwood use the billions in tax dollars it receives to create public good, not just profits for the owner. Maria will then deliver a taxpayer lien to Starwood at its corporate headquarters in Greenwich, Connecticut for “feasting at the public trough and not creating good middle class jobs!”

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- In accordance with the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, HUD published a Notice in the April 12, 2013, Federal Register identifying Federal buildings and other real property HUD has reviewed for suitability for use to assist the homeless. The properties were reviewed using information provided to HUD by Federal landholding agencies or by GSA regarding their inventories of excess or surplus property. The list includes buildings and properties in Alaska, Virginia, and Washington

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) recently made three key hires to lead research centers. NREL has named Tom Foust, a nine-year NREL veteran, as its National Bioenergy Center Director; David Post as the Center Director for the Energy Systems Integration Facility (ESIF); and Rich Greene as Biosciences Center Director

WASHINGTON DC METRO - April 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Housing needs are rising as the number of homeless families and children reach staggering proportions, but providing housing opportunities to a varying level of incomes is also a key component to sustaining the region's economic vitality. Without equitable housing, local employers are faced with recruitment and retention issues, and city planners must tackle smart growth, land use and transportation challenges.

New York City, NY - April 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Build Up New York City’s Middle Class Maria will visit Starwood Capital Group (STWD) properties in New York City to highlight the generous support the company receives from taxpayers for its highly profitable developments. She will demand that Starwood use the billions in tax dollars it receives to create public good, not just profits for the owner. Maria will then deliver a taxpayer lien to STWD at its corporate headquarters in Greenwich, Connecticut for “feasting at the public trough and not creating good middle class jobs!”

Reston, Virginia - April 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- MERSCORP Holdings, Inc. today announced that a five-justice panel of the Rhode Island Supreme Court held that Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), being named as the mortgagee as the agent of the promissory note-owner of the mortgage, is consistent with Rhode Island law.

DENVER - April 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- It’s not easy finding a new loft or condominium near downtown Denver with inventory homes in the area at a 20-year low, which makes Logan Lofts a very rare opportunity for those seeking a carefree lifestyle and impressive value in a new residence near exceptional amenities.

DENVER - April 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Kentwood Real Estate, Colorado’s Premier Real Estate Company, is participating in the annual Nationwide Open House on Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21, 2013 by showcasing a stellar selection of gorgeous homes in a variety of styles, sizes and price ranges that will be open for your viewing pleasure. Interested parties can preview these properties prior to the event by visiting www.DenverOpenHouse.com before enjoying personal tours of your preferred properties.

WASHINGTON, DC - April 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- HOPE NOW, the voluntary, private sector alliance of mortgage servicers, investors, mortgage insurers and non-profit counselors, released its February 2013 loan modification data. An estimated 81,351 homeowners received permanent, affordable loan modifications from mortgage servicers during the month. The February total represented a 6% increase from the month of January (76,755).

WASHINGTON, DC - April 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Yesterday, President Barack Obama released his administration’s budget proposal for fiscal year (FY) 2014, which will begin on Oct. 1, 2013. If passed by the U.S. Congress and signed into law, this budget would make the largest investment to date in homeless veteran assistance programs.

New York, NY - April 11, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) today recognized Binghamton University of the State University of New York with a High Performance Building plaque for exceptio...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 11, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Low Income Housing Coalition has also published an analysis of housing programs' funding in the FY2014 proposed budget. NLIHC provides some highlights of the HUD budget as it pertains to supporting low-income households:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 11, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Bureau of Reclamation Small Conduit Hydropower Development and Rural Jobs Act, a bill Congressman Kevin Cramer cosponsored with fellow Natural Resources Committee member, Congressman Scott Tipton. The bill passed 416 to 7 and eases hydropower development at existing Bureau of Reclamation water canals and pipelines

Tampa, FL - April 11, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Carter Validus Mission Critical REIT, Inc.announced today that it has purchased a data center property in Andover, Massachusetts for $12,000,000. The property is situated 25 miles north of Boston in an area that caters to financial, education, healthcare, technology and biotech users.

Reston, Virginia - April 11, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- MERSCORP Holdings, Inc. today announced that a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit twice ruled in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) and other defendants, affirming lower court decisions that rejected Minnesota-based attorney William B. Butler’s arguments regarding the defendants’ right to foreclose.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 11, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- President Obama sent a budget request to Congress that would improve funding levels for key HUD low income housing programs over FY13 funding levels, but does not meet the need. For public and assisted housing programs that serve some of the nation’s poorest seniors, people with disabilities, and families, the President’s budget would restore these programs to pre-sequestration levels. The President would also increase funding for HUD’s homeless assistance programs. I appreciate the intent to protect housing aid for those who currently receive it, but would hope Congress can achieve a more adequate level of funding in the final budget.