Yearly Archives: 2025
House Passes Five Natural Resources Bills Honoring Law Enforcement and Firefighters, Creating Economic Opportunities...
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed five bills that support job creation, economic development and reliable
NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 2.7% Decrease in June
Existing-home sales decreased by 2.7% in June, according to the National Association of REALTORS® Existing-Home Sales Report. The Report provides the real estate ecosystem, including agents
Republican Reconciliation Package Praised by Ohio Industry Leaders
Industry leaders and officials from across Ohio announced their support for the Republican reconciliation law and the benefits it will have for workers, families, farmers, and small businesses across Ohio and its economy.
WSSC Water Issues Recreational Water Contact Health Advisory for Triadelphia Reservoir?
WSSC Water has detected high concentrations of blue-green algae, known as Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB), in the Triadelphia Reservoir. These HABs can cause adverse health effects. The
HUD Launches “Express Lane” to Expedite Financing for Residential Care Facilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner announced the launch of a new “Express Lane” to expedite Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured
Sherman Announces $14.5 Million in Funding for Valley & Westside Projects Advanced by Key...
Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) announced today his requests of $14.5 million in federal funds for projects that will address vital needs across the San Fernando Valley and Westside
National Housing Conference applauds housing wins in the newly passed Reconciliation Package
David M. Dworkin, President and CEO of the National Housing Conference (NHC), released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: “The housing
NYCHA and Partners Close on Financing for $593.7 Million PACT Project to Renovate the...
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) closed on the financing for the Northwest Bronx Scattered Sites, a $593.7 million Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) project that will bring comprehensive renovations for more than 3,000 residents living in 14 residential buildings across eight developments in the Bronx.
Challenges Faced by Property Developers in Dubai & How to Solve Them
Dubai, a city renowned for its iconic skyline and ultramodern architecture, is a hotspot for property development. However, behind the impressive structures are a series of challenges that developers face in this vibrant real estate market. Navigating the complexities of evolving regulations, market fluctuations, and construction issues requires strategic planning and innovation.
Newhouse Secures $23 Million for Central Washington Infrastructure Projects
Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
MHI CEO Named to HousingWire’s ‘Women of Influence’ List
Congratulations to MHI CEO Dr. Lesli Gooch, named one of HousingWire’s 2025 Women of Influence! Under her leadership, MHI has made significant strides in advancing legislative priorities, including efforts to update federal housing regulations and construction codes to better reflect modern industry innovations.
CONSTRUCTION JOBS DECLINE IN 26 STATES BETWEEN MAY AND LAST MONTH; SECTOR’S EMPLOYMENT...
Texas and South Dakota Experience Worst One-Month Declines, While California and Montana Top Lists of Gains; Texas and New
Big Beautiful Success Story: Opportunity Zone Improvements in The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Focus...
Improvements to the Opportunity Zone (OZ) program, which encourages greater investment in distressed communities, will result in more investments targeted to parts of rural America and greater transparency in the successes of the program.
EPA Announces Next Phase of Organizational Improvements to Better Fulfill Statutory Obligations to Deliver...
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the next phase of organizational improvements at the agency to better
June New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 8.5 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for June 2025 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 8.5 percent compared from a year
Rep. Adams Supports AG Jackson’s Lawsuit to Release $6.2B in Federal Education Funds
Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, released a statement supporting North Carolina
FEMA Inspecting Homes in Tennessee After April Storms
After Tennesseans apply for FEMA disaster assistance for the April 2-24 severe storms, a home inspection may be necessary to help determine whether the home is safe, sanitary and livable.
Remodeling Market Sentiment Dips in Second Quarter
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the second quarter, posting a reading of 59, down four points
Rep. Cleaver Joins Lawmakers in Demanding Trump Administration Release $7 Billion in Education Funding
U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) has joined 150 House Democrats in demanding the Trump administration release
International Buyers Purchased $56 Billion Worth of U.S. Homes from April ’24 to March...
Foreign buyers purchased $56 billion worth of U.S. existing homes from April 2024 through March 2025, according to the National Association of Realtors® 2025 International Transactions in U.S.
