Yearly Archives: 2018
EPA invites projects in California, Arizona to apply for WIFIA water infrastructure loans
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting 12 projects in California and one project in Arizona to apply for Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loans. A total of 39 projects have been invited to apply nationwide
Minnesota Recognizes November 1 as “John Smaby Day”
With Edina, Minnesota, native John Smaby set to become the National Association of Realtors®’ 111th President, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton proclaimed today, November 1, 2018, as “John Smaby Day
It’s Time to Say “Ready, Set, Boston!” as Realtors® Gather in Boston
As the country heads into the final days of the midterm elections, the National Association of Realtors® kicks off its annual conference in Boston today with a focus on education and opportunity.
Central Valley to Acquire Foster Lumber Yards to Support Explosive Demand for Building Materials
Central Valley, a U.S. top-100 building supply company, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Solano County-based building supply company, Foster Lumber Yard, expanding Central Valley’s Northern California footprint
Hanley Investment Group Arranges $37.5 Million Sale of Rare Walmart Ground Lease in Teterboro,...
Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors, a nationally-recognized real estate brokerage and advisory firm specializing in retail property sales, has completed the sale of a rare single-tenant Walmart ground lease at Teterboro Landing in Teterboro, New Jersey.
Trump Administration announces decline in Veteran homelessness
Number of homeless Veterans drops 5.4% since last year and by nearly half since 2010. Veteran homelessness in the U.S. continues to decline, according to a new national estimate announced today by U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson.
Nonresidential Spending Retains Momentum in September, Up 8.9 Percent Year Over Year, Says ABC
National nonresidential construction spending fell 0.3 percent in September but remains historically elevated, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data released today. Total nonresidential spending stood at $767.1 billion on a seasonally adjusted, annualized rate in September, an increase of 8.9 percent on a year-ago basis.
Metro Home Prices Rise 4.8 Percent in Third Quarter
Low inventory levels of moderately priced homes continue to stifle home sales and maintain the trend of increasing metro market prices according to the latest quarterly report(link is external) by the National Association of Realtors
Alliance Data partners with Habitat for Humanity to help families build strength, stability and...
Alliance Data, a global provider of data-driven marketing and loyalty solutions, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to help create a world where everyone has a decent place to live. The company’s $300,000 contribution for U.S. and global Habitat builds, along with the commitment of associate volunteers, means more families will discover strength and stability through more resilient homes and communities
DHCD’s FY 2019 Affordable Housing Financing Starts in High Gear with $51 Million Investment...
The DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) recently closed on three loans that will produce 326 affordable units capable of housing 730 District residents in three Ward 8 neighborhoods.
Registration Open for 2019 MISMO® Winter Summit
MISMO, the mortgage industry's standards organization, announced registration is now open for the 2019 MISMO Winter Summit. The Summit will be held Jan. 7-11, 2019, in Clearwater, Florida. The host sponsor will be longtime MISMO member Black Knight, Inc.(NYSE:BKI), a leading provider of software, data and analytics solutions to the mortgage and consumer loan, real estate and capital markets verticals.
Builder Confidence in the 55+ Housing Market Drops in the Third Quarter
Builder confidence in the single-family 55+ housing market dropped seven points to 60 in the third quarter, according to the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) 55+ Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. Although the index declined, it is still in positive territory as a reading above 50 means that more builders view conditions as good than poor.
New Green Infrastructure Training Opportunity Available
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), is partnering with the Water Environment Federation (WEF) to adapt and deliver the National Green Infrastructure Certification Program (NGICP) curriculum to professionals responsible for the land management and maintenance and operations of municipal parks throughout the country.
BLM APPROVES PALEN SOLAR PROJECT IN RIVERSIDE COUNTY
The Bureau of Land Management today released its Record of Decision, authorizing the Palen Solar Project, a photovoltaic facility owned by EDF Renewable Energy, to occupy up to 3,140 acres of BLM-administered lands, approximately 10 miles east of Desert Center, north of Interstate 10, in Riverside County.
EPA Invites Narragansett Bay Commission to Apply for a WIFIA Water Infrastructure Loan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting the Narragansett Bay Commission in Providence, R.I., to apply for a $251 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to make infrastructure improvements to control combined sewer overflows (CSOs).
Mortgage Applications Decrease in Latest MBA Weekly Survey
Mortgage applications decreased 2.5 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending October 26, 2018
FIRE RESTRICTIONS TO EXPIRE ON BLM-MANAGED PUBLIC LAND IN EASTERN SIERRA
The Bureau of Land Management Bishop Field Office will lift fire-use restrictions on public lands in Inyo and Mono counties on Nov. 5. Outdoor enthusiasts are reminded to be careful when recreating on public lands to prevent wildfire.
New Appraisal Institute Book Examines Condemned Properties
Appraisers who value properties subject to eminent domain are likely to find themselves in court, explaining and defending their analysis and opinions, according to a new book published by the Appraisal Institute.
Secretary Zinke Designates A.P. Tureaud Home the Fifth Historic Site within the African American...
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke today announced the designation of the A.P. Tureaud, Sr. Home as the fifth historic site within the African American Civil Rights Network. Secretary Zinke was joined by the family of Alexander Pierre (A.P.) Tureaud, Sr.. A.P. Tureaud made major contributions to advancing the goals of the African-American Civil Rights Movement as a preeminent civil rights attorney in Louisiana
September Construction Unemployment Rates Down in 30 States Year Over Year, Says ABC
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30—Estimated September construction unemployment rates fell nationally and in 30 states on a year-over-year basis, according to an analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor...
