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ATLANTA - May 14, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Carter, one of the country’s leading real estate investment, development and advisory firms, is pleased to announce that Patti Neal, senior vice president of development, has been named one of Building Design + Construction’s 2013 “40 Under 40,” recognizing the “AEC superstars” in the profession

AUGUSTA - May 14, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- On January 30 of this year, 1,175 individuals – including 297 families and 169 children – were living in emergency homeless shelters, on the streets, or in places not meant for habitation, according to the results of the annual Point in Time Survey

San Antonio, TX - May 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School’s student-managed Real Estate Fund II (KFBS-REFII) announced a co-investment initiated alongside Admiral Capital Group (Admiral) and Wood Partners in the recent acquisition of Brookhaven, a Class A multi-family high rise.

Chicago, IL - May 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- HomeFinder.com, a leader in digital marketing solutions for real estate agents and online real estate, today announced its second annual, HomeFinder.com Agent Makeover Sweepstakes. Five randomly chosen real estate agents will receive a two-night, comprehensive business and style makeover in Chicago, from September 18-20, 2013. All licensed real estate agents are eligible to enter the sweepstakes, which will run from May 13, 2013 through August 16, 2013

PROVIDENCE, R.I. - May 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- REAL Trends, Inc. recently announced Residential Properties Ltd. as a member of its top 500 brokerage firms in the United States, based on an annual research report identifying the country’s largest and most successful residential firms

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- More than 2.2 million people have cashed or deposited more than $2 billion in checks related to the Independent Foreclosure Review Payment Agreement through May 9, 2013.

Woodstock, NY - May 10, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Rural Ulster Preservation Company (RUPCO), The Community Preservation Corporation (CPC), New York State Homes and Community Renewal (NYS HCR), Federal Home Loan Bank of New York, Neighborworks, Enterprise Community Partners, Raymond James Tax Credit Funds, Walden Savings, Orange County Trust, Riverside Bank, residents, and elected officials gathered today to celebrate the grand opening of Woodstock Commons, a newly constructed 53-unit senior and family affordable housing community located at 103 Mill Hill Road in Woodstock, New York. This project is one of the first projects in New York State registered in the LEED Neighborhood Development Pilot Program and is eligible for gold level certification in the US Green Building Council Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 10, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Interested community service providers are advised that applications are now available through the Morris County Department of Human Services for anticipated 2014 funding to provide various services that are identified within Morris County planning documents.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 10, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, Representative Mike Michaud was informed by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Assistant Secretary Peter Kovar that the agency has approved a measure to help many of the Lewiston fire victims obtain alternative housing more quickly.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 10, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- In accordance with the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, HUD published a Notice in the May 19, 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 California.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 10, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) today released its 2011 Factbook, a comprehensive survey of HFA (Housing Finance Agency) program activity. The data contained within this annual publication supports NCSHA’s advocacy within Congress, the Administration, and the numerous federal agencies concerned with housing and enables the organization to accurately represent and respond to its member needs

May 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Hampton City Council approved a budget of $448,602,259 for fiscal year 2014, raising the property tax rate by 20 cents but trimming 3 cents off the maximum rate that was recommended last month. The year-over-year inc...

San Francisco, CA - May 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- San Francisco Landmark #48, the residence at 294 Page Street, will be open for a twilight tour on Thursday, May 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. Victorian Specialist Bonnie Spindler is hosting this special event, which includes champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Visitors will be invited to enjoy watching the City lights come up from the rear deck.

West Palm Beach, FL - May 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Michele Carter, director of re-entry and juvenile justice services for Gulfstream Goodwill Industries (West Palm Beach, FL), helps those who were formerly incarcerated to find jobs and successfully re-enter the workplace. Carter inspires her clients with her own personal journey through addiction and homelessness. For her dedication to improving the lives of others, Goodwill Industries International honors Carter with the 2013 Edgar J. Helms Award for Graduate

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Some borrowers whose mortgages were serviced by Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley and who were already sent a check as part of the Independent Foreclosure Review payment agreement will be sent an additional payment around May 17, Rust Consulting announced Wednesday Leaving the Board. The payments are being made to correct an error by Rust Consulting, the paying agent, when the original payments were sent last week.

ALEXANDRIA, VA - May 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Alexandria Housing Development Corporation (AHDC) is pleased to announce its participation in the region’s first open house event, which features affordable homes in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The Parade of Homes event, hosted by the Communications Action Network (CAN) will feature 17 affordable communities in the region, highlighting the importance of communities like The Station at Potomac Yard in the City of Alexandria. The event will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Members of the community, residents, and the press are invited.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Head Start providers impacted by Hurricane Sandy can now apply for a total of $95 million in recovery aid to help renovate, repair and rebuild damaged Head Start centers. Funds can also be used to temporarily enhance Head Start program services to address the increased social, health and mental health needs of Head Start families impacted by Hurricane Sandy

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- 2013The Equal Rights Center (ERC), a national civil rights organization, has filed two lawsuits for violations of the federal Fair Housing Act and local laws that ensure individuals with disabilities who use service animals have equal access to housing. ERC v. Patriot Realty et al., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia today; ERC v. Detrick Plaza Apartments et al., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland on April 23rd.

Memphis, TN - May 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Devitoe Farmer, 46, of Memphis, TN, pleaded guilty yesterday to three counts of theft of government property, announced U.S. Attorney Edward L. Stanton III and Acting Special Agent in Charge Robert Anderson of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Inspector General (HUD-OIG).

Indianapolis, Ind. - May 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Duke Realty Corporation (NYSE: DRE), a leading nationwide REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) specializing in the ownership, management and development of bulk industrial facilities, medical office properties, and suburban office buildings, today announced that it has sold the Shops at Pembroke Gardens, a 391,120-square-foot lifestyle retail center in Pembroke Pines, Florida. HFF, a commercial real estate and capital markets services provider, advised Duke Realty in the sale of the center which sold to an institutional joint venture for $188 million or $480 per square foot.