Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Yearly Archives: 2025

Congresswoman Norma J. Torres

Torres Slams HUD Budget for Abandoning Disaster Survivors and Slashing Housing Aid for Families,...

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At today’s House Appropriations THUD Subcommittee hearing, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) pressed HUD Secretary
VA

VA announces $42M in grants to fight Veteran homelessness

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The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced the availability of $42 million in grants to eligible organizations to assist homeless Veterans and those at risk of homelessness with
NAHB

More than 1,000 Housing Professionals Urge Congress to Act on Key Affordability Issues

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More than 1,000 builders, remodelers and associates engaged in all facets of the residential construction industry trekked to Capitol Hill today to urge their lawmakers to support policies that

Flood: We Are Going To Dig Into The Challenges With Building Housing In Rural...

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The House Financial Services Committee is holding a Housing and Insurance Subcommittee hearing, led by Subcommittee Chair Mike Flood (NE-01), to examine how rural communities can better leverage private-sector investment and community-led solutions to meet their unique housing needs.
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Andrew Hughes Confirmed as Deputy Secretary of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

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The U.S. Senate today confirmed Andrew Hughes as the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban

Rep. Tony Gonzales Addresses Veterans and Foster Youth Housing Issues with HUD Secretary

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During a House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) hearing, Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) asked the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Scott Turner, about housing issues facing veterans and foster youth.
DOE

Energy Secretary Wright Testifies Before House Energy Subcommittee on FY2026 Budget Request

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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright testified today before the U.S. House Energy Subcommittee on the Department of Energy’s
MBA

Mortgage Credit Availability Increased in May

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Mortgage credit availability increased in May according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE Mortgage Technology.
Congresswoman Joyce Beatty

Beatty and Brown Demand Urgent Federal Response to Housing Crisis

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Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) co-led a House Resolution with Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) calling for urgent, coordinated federal action to address the nation’s worsening
FEMA

Visit Any Disaster Recovery Center For In-Person FEMA Assistance

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If you are a Kentucky survivor who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025, you do not have to go to a Disaster Recovery Center
NAR

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun Says Mortgage Rates’ Fast Rise Hurt Housing Market, During...

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National Association of Realtors® Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said existing home sales will increase by 6% in 2025 and by 11%
Congresswoman Alma Adams

Rep. Adams Introduces Bill to Lower Cost of Housing, Reduce Corporate Housing Ownership Rates

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Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) introduced the American Neighborhoods Protection Act to protect and improve
EPA

EPA Begins Final Cleanup of Ottawa Radiation Areas Superfund Site in Illinois

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This summer, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will begin the final cleanup of radium-contaminated soil at the Ottawa Radiation Areas Superfund site in Ottawa, Illinois.
Khaldoun Tabari’s Tips for Aspiring Real Estate Entrepreneurs

Khaldoun Tabari’s Tips for Aspiring Real Estate Entrepreneurs

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Khaldoun Tabari understands that real estate entrepreneurship offers a dynamic path to financial independence, but it involves more than just enthusiasm. It calls for strategic planning,
U.S. Senator Charles Schumer

WITH NEARLY 8,000 ‘ZOMBIE HOUSES’ PLAGUING ROCHESTER, SCHUMER CALLS ON FEDS TO IMMEDIATELY RENEW...

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Amid Nationwide Housing Shortage, Schumer Says Preserving HUD Partnership - Which Expires July 1 - Is Win-Win-Win For
CHAPA

CHAPA and Lawyers for Civil Rights Celebrate Court Ruling Rejecting Unfunded Mandate Challenges to...

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In yet another victory for the MBTA Communities Act (the “Act”), a Massachusetts Superior Court judge decisively ruled that the Act
NAHB

Mixed Conditions for Single-Family Construction, Apartment Boost in Smaller Metros

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Single-family construction growth registered modest gains in small metro areas and declines in large metro counties while apartment growth is shifting to counties with

Builders Auckland: Why Local Matters and the Benefits of Hiring an Auckland-Based Builder

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Considering a renovation or new build in Auckland? Discover why choosing local builders can make all the difference to your project’s success. From navigating council consents to understanding local conditions, Auckland-based builders like Build Unlimited bring unique advantages that save time, money, and stress.
Congressman Emanuel Cleaver

Reps. Cleaver, Lawler Reintroduce Bipartisan HUD Legislation to Ensure Annual Oversight

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U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (MO-05) and Mike Lawler (NY-17) reintroduced the HUD Accountability Act of 2025, a bipartisan measure that would require the Secretary of Housing

Grounded Solutions Network and National Housing Trust Launch CLT Pilot Program to Scale Affordable...

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The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation-funded initiative will provide loans and technical assistance to four community land trusts seeking to expand their housing portfolios and organizational capacity?

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases