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Governor Cuomo Approves NYSUNY2020 Application For Stony Brook

Albany, - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) $194 Million Plan Will Create More Than 6,000 jobs Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today travelled to Stony Brook to sign the Stony Brook University 2020 challenge grant application that proposes a $194 million p...

Senator Murray’s Statement on Drop in Veterans Homelessness

Washington D.C. - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray, Chairman of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, issued the following statement after the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Housing and ...

Real estate slump forces county to shelve plans to build parks

Vancouver, WA - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Clark County will delay plans to build new parks in the urban area outside Vancouver until economic conditions improve, in keeping with priorities set by the Clark County Commissioners.

Illinois Man Pleads Guilty to Internet Auction Real Estate Scam

BIRMINGHAM - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- An Illinois man pleaded guilty Monday in federal court to an Internet auction scam in which he advertised and sold property in northwestern Alabama that he did not own or never provided title for aft...

THOUSANDS OF OFFICE CLEANERS MARCH FOR GOOD JOBS

New York, NY - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Thousands of New York City office cleaners and other commercial building workers marched and rallied through the streets of Midtown Manhattan today during rush hour to demand a fair contract from t...

Triple Net Leased Dollar General Property in South Bend, Indiana Sold by The Boulder...

Northbrook, IL - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Boulder Group, a net leased investment brokerage firm, has completed the sale of a triple net leased Dollar General property located at 4123 Western Avenue in South Bend, IN for $1,159,300.

Five Individuals Indicted for Bid Rigging and Fraud at Public Real Estate Foreclosure Auctions

SACRAMENTO, CA - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. District Court in Sacramento today unsealed an indictment against four real estate investors and an auctioneer for their participation in conspiracies to rig bids and commit mail fraud a...

Keystone Pacific Property Management Awarded Villa Vallerto Association, a 118 Condominium Community, Management Contract

Irvine, CA - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Keystone Pacific Property Management, a leading community association management company providing management services to community associations throughout Southern California, has been selected to m...

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno Recommends Fiscal Year 2012 Property Tax Rates to Springfield City...

December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today a recommendation of Fiscal Year 2012 property tax rates for consideration by the Springfield City Council at a meeting Scheduled for Friday, December 16, 2011. The rates wou...

It Now Takes More Time to Close a Loan; LendingTree Highlights Five Documents That...

Charlotte, NC - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- With new regulations and policies affecting the mortgage industry and increased closing timelines for loans , LendingTree.com, the nation’s leading online lender exchange and personal finance resource, today released a list of the top five documents prospective borrowers should have before entering the loan process.

WITH LITTLE OVER 2 WEEKS UNTIL THEIR CONTRACT EXPIRES, THOUSANDS OF OFFICE CLEANERS...

New York, NY - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- With only two weeks left until a possible citywide strike, thousands of New York City office cleaners and other commercial building workers will march and rally through the streets of Midtown Man...

Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Introduces Association Insurance Marketplace

CHICAGO, IL - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® has joined forces with Colonial Life to offer network members a single source for health, life and personal insurance for both employees and sales associates.

Impact Capital announces new Executive Director to lead organization and community development programs

SEATTLE, WA - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Impact Capital, a non?profit community development financial institution (CDFI) operating in Washington State, has named Judith Olsen as its new Executive Director. Olsen, currently Vice President and Community Development Officer at Wells Fargo in Oregon, will succeed Heyward Watson, who is retiring at the end of 2011. Olsen will start in her new position on January 9, 2012.

Pinellas County Short Sale Realtor Shares the County’s Free Programs for Nature Lovers

Crystal Beach, FL - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pinellas County Short Sale Realtor, Wendy Smith, shares free programs that appeals to nature lovers, history fans, and environmentalists in Pinellas County. Brooker Creek Preserve Environmenta...

Refinance Applications Increase as Rates Drop to 2011 Lows in Latest MBA Weekly Survey

WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mortgage applications increased 4.1 percent from one week earlier, driven by a surge in refinance applications, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending December 9, 2011

CBRE CAPITAL MARKETS ARRANGES FINANCING FOR CARRIAGE HILLS APARTMENTS IN PENSACOLA

Pensacola, FL - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- CBRE Capital Markets recently arranged $6.75 million in proceeds for the purpose of refinancing the debt on Carriage Hills Apartments, a 260-unit garden style apartment complex in Pensacola, Flori...

OBAMA ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES DECLINE IN HOMELESSNESS IN 2011

WASHINGTON, DC - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- On a single night last January, 636,017 people were homeless in the United States, a 2.1 percent decline from the year before. That’s the key finding of a new count on homelessness announced today by U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan. Donovan made the announcement at a meeting of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness where he was joined by HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and Labor Secretary Hilda Solis.

W&H’s 1333 Broadway Earns Energy Star Certification

NEW YORK CITY, NY - December 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) have awarded the Energy Star® designation to W&H Properties’ 1333 Broadway in recognition of the build...

Malkin Construction Honored By Connecticut Chapter Of Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc.

STAMFORD, CT - December 13, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Connecticut chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC) has honored Malkin Construction with an Excellence in Construction Award to be presented on January 26, 2012 at the ch...

Corolla Beachfront Home Absorption Rate

Outer Banks, NC - December 13, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- To calculate the absorption rate for beachfront homes sales in the OBX vacation destination of Corolla you have to figure the amount of time it will take to sell off all the available real estat...

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How to Choose the Right Moving Company

How to Choose the Right Moving Company: Tips and Red Flags

National
Moving to a new home or office is an exciting chapter in life, but it can also be one of the most stressful experiences if not planned carefully. One of the most critical decisions you’ll make during this process is choosing the right moving company.
U.S. Senator Charles Schumer

AS LOCAL ROCHESTER & WNY ORGANIZATIONS FEAR TRUMP CUTS WILL LEAD TO HOMELESSNESS SURGE,...

National
Congress Has Authorized Millions In Community-Based Grants Through Federal “Continuum Of Care” Program That Currently
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Renowned Expands its reach to top brokerages as the newest addition to LeadingRE’s Solutions...

National
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® welcomes Renowned to its Solutions Group program of preferred business

Rep. Cavitt introduces flexibility plan for local parks and recreation boards

National
State Rep. Cam Cavitt today announced a new legislative plan to add additional layers of flexibility for governance rules that apply to local parks and recreation boards. The legislation would allow counties with populations under 100,000 to reduce the size of their parks and recreation boards from 10 members to 7, saving potentially thousands of dollars in overhead costs each year.
MBA

MBA Statement on FHFA’s 2026 Multifamily Loan Purchase Caps

National
MBA’s President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, released the following statement regarding the Federal Housing Finance Agency's (FHFA) announcement of the 2026 multifamily lending
What is a non-QM Loan

Bluerate: What is a non-QM Loan? How to Get?

National
Are you a self-employed business owner or a real estate investor struggling to get a traditional mortgage? You aren't alone. I've seen countless capable buyers get rejected by big banks simply because they don't fit the standard "W-2" mold. That's where

Why Every NSW Homebuyer Should Order a Property Title Search

National
Purchasing a property is one of the most significant investments you will make in your life, and it comes with a mix of excitement and stress. While the prospect of owning a new home is thrilling, the process itself can be complex, involving numerous legal, financial, and regulatory considerations.

Are Bathroom Renovations Worth the Investment? Here’s the Truth

National
Bathroom renovations are one of the most popular home improvement projects in Australia. They promise to enhance the appearance of your home, improve functionality, and in many cases, increase property value. Yet, many homeowners ask the same question before committing to a remodel: are bathroom renovations really worth the investment?
Congressman Emanuel Cleaver

Reps. Cleaver, Rose Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Lower Housing Costs, Increase Supply Nationwide

National
U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), Ranking Member of the Housing & Insurance Subcommittee, and John

Civil Rights Coalition Urges the Office of Science and Technology Policy to Reaffirm Critical...

National
The National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) and a coalition of 33 civil rights organizations are urging the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to reaffirm important civil rights protections as it shapes the nation’s approach to artificial intelligence

Coastal Millwork, Risley Padula Construction become first tenants at Blue Clay Business Park

National
On Wednesday, November 19, New Hanover County’s Blue Clay Business Park officially welcomed its first occupants to the complex. Coastal Millwork Supply Co. and its sister company, Risley Padula Construction Inc., held an open house at the companies’ newly finished 68,000-square-foot facility.
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla

Padilla, Davids Lead 88 Lawmakers in Urging Protection of Electric Vehicle Investments in Bipartisan...

National
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Representative Sharice Davids (D-Kan.-03) led 88 lawmakers in pushing Senate
NLIHC

NLIHC Releases The Gap: Assessing the Affordability and Availability of Rental Housing in Puerto...

National
The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) has released The Gap: Assessing the Affordability and Availability of Rental
NAR

NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 1.2% Increase in October

National
Existing-home sales increased by 1.2% in October, according to the National Association of REALTORS® Existing-Home Sales Report. The Report provides the real estate ecosystem, including
U.S. Senator Charles Schumer

SCHUMER, GILLIBRAND ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $100 MILLION FOR NEW LOW- AND NO EMISSION BUSES...

National
The funding was secured and distributed under the FY25-26 Low or No Emission Grant Program and the FY25 Buses & Bus Facilities
Liveby-and-Renowned

LiveBy and Renowned Partner to Power the Future of Local Expert Marketing

National
– LiveBy, the real estate industry’s most trusted source of hyperlocal intelligence, announced its collaboration with Renowned, formerly RateMyAgent, and the industry’s first fully
NAHB

Builder Sentiment Relatively Flat in November as Market Headwinds Persist

National
Market uncertainty exacerbated by the government shutdown along with economic uncertainty stemming from tariffs and rising construction costs kept builder confidence firmly in negative

Young, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Repeal Burdensome Federal Housing Mandates

National
U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined a group of Republican colleagues inintroducing legislation to eliminate expensive Biden-era Green New Deal housing mandates. The HOUSE Act would repeal the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Final Determination on energy efficiency standards for new construction of HUD-and-USDA-financed housing.

New York Apartment Association Joins NAA Federation

National
The National Apartment Association (NAA) Board of Directors approved the establishment of a charter for the New York Apartment Association (NYAA). A local leader for housing solutions in the nation’s largest city and across the fourth largest state, NYAA joins NAA’s nationwide federation of 140 affiliate partners that represent more than 13 million apartment homes globally.
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

ICYMI: Secretary Scott Turner Visits Atlanta to Witness How Opportunity Zones Are Spurring Growth,...

National
U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner visited Centennial Yards in Atlanta, an expansive 50-acre

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FEMA

President Donald J. Trump Approves Emergency Disaster Declaration for Texas

Texas
FEMA announced federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Texas to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Hanna from July 25, 2020, and continuing
FEMA

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Numbers Fire

California
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the State of Nevada in combating the Numbers Fire burning in Douglas County.
Start An LLC In Texas

How Much Does It Cost To Start An LLC In Texas?

National
In the process of setting up your Texas LLC, you'll be faced with quite a few expenses. Some of these are required by legislation, and others are just recommended. We'll cover the costs of setting up an LLC in Texas and also provide you with the informatio
Registered Agent In Texas

5 Benefits Of Using A Registered Agent In Texas

Texas
The services of a registration agent began as part of due process in the US Constitution. A lawsuit includes the legal right to be notified of claims or other legal matters. Here are some brief things that will help explain what a Registered Agent Service In Texas 

Avoid TV Tip-Over Incidents During Super Bowl LIV with Safety Tips

New York
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is alerting consumers about the dangers of television (TV) tip-over hazards. Millions of New Yorkers will watch the Super Bowl this Sunday either on TVs at home or at parties with friends. DCP is taking this TV-focused occasion to remind consumers of critical TV safety tips.
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Brand-New Single-Tenant Starbucks Drive-Thru Trades in Fresno, Calif. for $1,345 PSF

California
Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors, a nationally recognized real estate brokerage and advisory firm specializing in retail property sales, announced today that the firm has completed the sale of a brand-new, single-tenant Starbucks
FEMA

Rosenberg family home for the holidays – and prepared for future hurricanes

Texas
A Houston-area mom is sharing her Hurricane Harvey recovery story this holiday season, along with the importance of always being prepared for flood events.

5 Cities in Florida: Which One Makes for the Best Real Estate Investment Opportunity...

Florida
Fast-growing Florida has been a favorite of real estate investors for many years. With so much interest having been focused on the state, though, investors need to take care to seek the best available opportunities.

WALTER J. MAHONEY STATE OFFICE BUILDING TO BE SOLD

New York
Office of General Services Commissioner RoAnn Destito today announced that the Senator Walter J. Mahoney State Office Building located at 65 Court Street in Buffalo will be sold at auction in 2020. A work group formed earlier this year made up of City, County, and State officials working with professional real estate consultants CBRE, determined that in the current competitive and robust Buffalo real estate market
SCR

Charleston South Carolina expected to outpace national real estate market averages through 2025

National
The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) recently identified 10 markets expected to outperform over the next three to five years. In alphabetical order, the markets are
Peter Evering

WHAT IS THE EVICTION PROCESS IN CALIFORNIA?

California
Eviction is a dirty word for both tenants and the landlords that believe the time has come to remove one or more parties from an apartment. The process anywhere can lead to a strained relationship at best and a bitter acrimonious fight that ends up in the judicial system.
FEMA

FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Local Home Improvement Stores

Texas
Disaster survivors affected by the severe storms and floods from Tropical Storm Imelda, can visit local home improvement stores in Katy, Houston and Spring from Monday, Dec. 9, to Saturday
ABC National

Florida Tops ABC’s Annual Merit Shop Scorecard State Ranking for Second Year in a...

Florida
Associated Builders and Contractors released its 2019 Merit Shop Scorecard today, an annual ranking based on state policies and programs that encourage workforce development, career and technical education
Top 4 Places to Buy a Second Home

Top 4 Places to Buy a Second Home in the US

National
There are about 7.4 million homes owned as a second home in the United States. For many people, their second home is a vacation home. This gives them a chance to get away and break routine while also having all of the comforts of being in their own home.
Carol Corden cuts the ribbon

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating New Affordable Apartments in the Bronx for Low-Income Families and Domestic...

New York
New Destiny was joined by supporters and colleagues to celebrate the opening of its newly constructed service-enriched affordable housing project - The Jennings - located in the Crotona Park East
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

HUD AWARDS $1.5 MILLION TO PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES TO ASSIST YOUNG PEOPLE AGING OUT...

National
U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson today awarded $1.5 million to nearly a dozen housing authorities to assist young people aging out

BLM NAMES VETERAN LAND MANAGER TO LEAD CALIFORNIA STATE OFFICE

California
The Bureau of Land Management today announced that Karen Mouritsen has been named the new California State Director—a key leadership position based in Sacramento. As State Director, Mouritsen will direct a team that manages lands encompassing 15% of the Golden State’s total land mass
USDOJ

California Real Estate Developer Convicted of Making Conduit Contributions in Two U.S. Congressional Campaigns

California
Today, a federal jury found an Oakland-area real estate developer guilty for funneling tens of thousands of dollars through straw donors into two consecutive congressional campaigns

NYS OASAS ANNOUNCES OPENING OF NEW RECOVERY CENTER IN NEW YORK CITY

New York
The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) today announced the opening of the new JLC Recovery and Wellness Center in New York City. JLC is operated by Exponents Inc. and provides free help and support services for people affected by addiction and for their families.

Robust U.S economy not a boost for black homeownership

National
In spite of a robust U.S. economy, a strong employment rate, and steadily increasing 401(k) plan earnings, Black homeownership rates continue to drop. Drawing from the 2019 release of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers

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AGC

SIXTY PERCENT OF FIRMS WORKING ON HIGHWAY UPGRADES EXPERIENCED CARS CRASHING INTO THEIR WORK...

National
Annual Survey by HCSS and Associated General Contractors of America Finds Drivers and Passengers are at Greater Risk of Injury and Death in Work Zone Crashes As Officials Urge Drivers
NAHB

New Home Sales Decline in May

National
Sales of newly built, single-family homes fell 7.8 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 626,000 units in May, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.
DOI

$17+ Million in Grants Will Help States, Local Communities Keep Waters Clean, Economies Thriving

National
Water-loving outdoor recreationists and local communities in 27 states will have additional resources to help boaters keep America’s waters clean, thanks to more than $17 million in Clean Vessel Act program grants from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
FEMA

Port Aransas ready for return of summer tourism

Texas
Texas SandFest drew a record 35,000 people April 26-28, encouraging business owners that Port Aransas is on its way to recovery. With nearly all the city’s retailers and restaurants re-opened, residents are beginning to feel like things are getting back to normal.
OJO Labs - Eight Major Awards

OJO Labs: Five Months, Eight Major Awards

National
OJO Labs, a leading-edge technology company on a mission to empower consumer decision-making through its conversational AI assistant, OJO, won the highly coveted 2019 A-List Award among mid-sized companies from the Austin Chamber of Commerce in partnership with SXSW
Property on Airbnb

Should I Rent Out my Property on Airbnb?

National
Listing property on Airbnb has become a popular way to make extra money, meet new people, and provide some freedom, but there are a few key things to think about when you are considering listing your property. It is key to know what you’re getting yourself into.
Rockefeller Foundation

The Rockefeller Foundation Launches $5.5 Million Opportunity Zone Community Capacity Building Initiative for Select...

National
The Rockefeller Foundation today announced an initiative to help U.S. cities attract responsible private investment in economically-distressed communities through Opportunity Zones created in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This effort will help ensure new investment delivers sustainable benefits for more than 30 million low-income Americans living in Opportunity Zones
PaulineWeaver

Eden Housing and City of Fremont Celebrate Grand Opening of KTGY-Designed Affordable Senior Housing...

National
Pauline Weaver Senior Apartments is located in the Warms Springs area of Alameda County and features 90 apartment homes for very low and extremely low-income seniors, near I-880 freeway, BART, shopping, services and other amenities.
VA

VA’s Home Loan Guaranty program notifies Veterans of potential loan fee waivers

National
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced May 13 that Veterans who qualify for a VA Home Loan funding fee waiver are now being notified in their home loan eligibility certificate and disability compensation award letter.
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A Stellar Idea: My Florida Regional MLS Reimagines the Multiple Listing Service

The nation's third-largest Multiple Listing Service, My Florida Regional MLS, will become Stellar MLS on June 4, 2019, in a move that totally reimagines the MLS. Currently serving 58,000 customers
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS TO CO-HOST HUD INNOVATIVE HOUSING SHOWCASE

National
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson today announced the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will co-host the Department's inaugural "Innovative Housing Showcase." The Innovative Housing Showcase will be held on the National Mall June 1-5, 2019

Department of the Interior: Yakima Water Plan Is a “Model” and “Holistic”

Yesterday, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, asked the Department of the Interior about its commitment to the Yakima River Basin during a hearing on the president’s FY 2017 budget request. Deputy Secretary of the Interior Michael Connor agreed with Sen. Cantwell that the Yakima River Basin plan “is a model for the rest of the nation in water management.”

Energy Costs to Cook Thanksgiving Meal Up to 25% Lower in 2015

“Consumers Energy is thankful to be a part of holiday celebrations across the state as warm Thanksgiving memories are being made, and we are committed to providing many more generations of Michigan families with reliable, affordable energy in all seasons,” said Garrick Rochow, Consumers Energy’s vice president and chief customer officer

Agencies Issue Final Rule to Exempt Subset of Higher-Priced Mortgage Loans from Appraisal Requirements

WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Six federal financial regulatory agencies today issued a final rule that creates exemptions from certain appraisal requirements for a subset of higher-priced mortgage loans. The exemptions are intended to save borrowers time and money while still ensuring that the loans are financially sound

Department Enters into Consent Order with Equity Loans, LLC and its owners Eduardo Gutierrez...

Atlanta, Georgia - November 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance (“Department”) entered into a Consent Order with Equity Loans, LLC, License Number 23300, located at 1150 Hammond Dr., Building E, Suite 650, Atlanta, Georgia 30328, to resolve allegations pertaining to violations of the Georgia Residential Mortgage Act

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How to Choose the Right Moving Company

How to Choose the Right Moving Company: Tips and Red Flags

Moving to a new home or office is an exciting chapter in life, but it can also be one of the most stressful experiences if not planned carefully. One of the most critical decisions you’ll make during this process is choosing the right moving company.