Yearly Archives: 2018
I Want A Better House
Before anyone was talking "green," our company, I Want a Better House, was delivering the capabilities to make beautiful buildings that were safe, healthy, energy efficient and
The Boulder Group Arranges Sale of Single Tenant Net Lease Texas Roadhouse
The Boulder Group, a net leased investment brokerage firm, has completed the sale of a single tenant net leased Texas Roadhouse property located at 2856 Patriot’s Lane in Naperville, Illinois for $3,200,000.
National Association of Realtors® Announces Strategic Restructuring to Better Serve Members, Enhance Member Experience
The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) announced today staffing changes in the organization's advocacy, marketing communications, member experience and technology groups that will strengthen NAR's ability to serve as the leading voice for Realtors® on key legislative policies while fostering technological innovation on behalf of its members and enhancing the member experience
Rollout of Universal Representation in New York City Housing Court Offers National Lessons
Today the NYU Furman Center released a policy brief examining the implementation of New York City’s Universal Access to Counsel (UAC) program for tenants facing eviction in housing court. In 2017, New York City enacted the first legislation in the country providing legal representation for all income-eligible tenants facing eviction.
The five-year commitment will support Habitat’s efforts to help families and communities rebuild
The NCAA today announced a five-year, $2.5 million donation to Habitat for Humanity to support building or repairing decent and affordable homes in partnership with families impacted by natural disasters.
Capital Impact Focuses on Expanding Equity, Justice, and Opportunity in Third Quarter
Broadening opportunities for low-income communities – through investments in health, education, and community development –are helping to address systemic disenfranchisement and expand equity
Mortgage Applications Increase in Latest MBA Weekly Survey
Mortgage applications rose 1.6 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending December 7, 2018.
Comment of Bob Broeksmit on Nomination of Mark Calabria to be Director of the...
Statement of Robert D. Broeksmit, CMB, President and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) on the announcement that President Donald J. Trump intends to nominate Mark Calabria to be Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
SEIA Statement on the 2018 Farm Bill Conference Report
Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), on today's release of the 2018 Farm Bill conference report: "We're pleased to see continued bipartisan support for the Rural Energy for America Program
Price of Construction Materials Declines in November; ABC Predicts Moderate Increases in Early 2019
Construction materials prices fell 1.8 percent in November, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released today. Despite the monthly decline, materials prices are still 5.3 percent higher than they were on a year-over-year basis.
Message to HUD: Don’t take over the New York City Housing Authority
Every American needs a place to call home, but access to affordable housing is woefully inadequate throughout the country. This crisis needs substantial increased federal investment that should include more support for public housing
Statement from NAHB Chairman Randy Noel on Proposed WOTUS Rule
Randy Noel, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from LaPlace, La., today issued the following statement on the newly-released proposed definition for “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act
HUD AND VA ANNOUNCE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT TO HELP HOMELESS VETERANS FIND PERMANENT HOMES
In a continuing effort to help end veteran homelessness, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announce a second round of funding to help provide permanent homes to veterans and their families experiencing homelessness in six states and the District of Columbia.
Public Charge Rule Undermines Human Rights, Harms Families and Communities
The National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty joined the close to 190,000 other commenters in submitting a comment opposing the proposed “public charge rule,” that will prevent immigrant families from pursuing permanent legal residency if they or someone in their household legally uses assistance through certain federal programs including housing and nutrition programs.
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Builds Strategic Alliance to Expand Reach...
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) announces a strategic alliance with Morris and James Carey and their media company, On The House Media and CareyBrosPros to reach more consumers and industry professionals regarding the value of using NARI professionals and of becoming a member.
Statement from National Low Income Housing Coalition President and CEO Diane Yentel on the...
Our nation’s housing crisis continues to reach new heights, most severely impacting millions of the lowest income seniors, people with disabilities, families with children, and other individuals who struggle to pay rent and make ends meet.
Volunteer and Save: Students Needed to Assist at Building Innovation 2019
Students interested in attending Building Innovation 2019: The National Institute of Building Sciences Annual Conference & Expo, January 7-10, 2019, at the Mandarin Oriental in Washington, D.C., already receive a discounted price on registration. However, there’s a chance to attend the Conference for FREE as a volunteer.
HUD Teams with FEMA to Support Florida Survivors
If you were receiving U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development rental assistance and were displaced by Hurricane Michael, you may be eligible for help from FEMA. Federal law prevents FEMA from duplicating benefits provided by another agency.
L.A. County to Consider Approval of City-sized Development in High Fire Area
The L.A. County Board of Supervisors is expected to consider whether to approve the controversial Centennial development on Dec. 11. Opponents of the development from the Center for Biological Diversity, California Native Plant Society and SoCal 350 Climate Action will urge the board to reject Centennial.
75 Homes in West Baltimore Community to be Renovated While Remaining Affordable
Enterprise Homes and the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) have closed on financing to renovate 75 apartment homes comprising the rental component of the Heritage Crossing community in West Baltimore. All its rental homes will be renovated while remaining affordable.
