Yearly Archives: 2026
SCHUMER ANNOUNCES $1.5 MILLION FOR ONEIDA COUNTY TO IMPROVE CITY OF ROME’S WASTEWATER INFRASTRUCTURE...
With Chobani Investing $1.2 Billion In Oneida County – The Largest Natural Food Making Investment In American History – To
Energy Secretary Secures New England and Texas Grids Amid Winter Storm Fern
The U.S. Department of Energy today issued two emergency orders to mitigate blackouts in New England and Texas during Winter Storm Fern. Issued pursuant to Section 202(c) of the
NAHB Urges Congress to Ease Regulatory Burdens to Help Housing Affordability
The best way to ease the nation’s housing affordability crisis is for policymakers to eliminate excessive regulations that are preventing builders from increasing the housing supply, the
Larson Secures $10.45 Million for Local Infrastructure Projects, Votes for New Investments in Medical...
Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) voted for a bipartisan government funding package, which includes $10.45 million for community
U.S. Federal Housing Receives ‘Best Result’ from Annual GAO Audit, Publishes Accountability Report Documenting...
U.S. Federal Housing’s (Federal Housing Finance Agency’s) annual Performance and Accountability Report published today, showing
Warren, Markey, Massachusetts Delegation Announce $92.78 Million in Federal Funding for 93 Key Projects...
The projects focus on areas relating to critical infrastructure, energy and water development, justice, science, and rural development.
NAR Pending Home Sales Report Shows 9.3% Decrease in December
Pending home sales in December decreased by 9.3% from the prior month and 3.0% year over year, according to the the National Association of REALTORS® Pending Home Sales Report.
Restb.ai debuts industry’s first computer vision solutions to simplify UAD 3.6 appraisals ahead of...
Move advances appraisal modernization, helping lenders, AMCs and appraisers prepare for stricter property data rules, speed up
Heinrich to Hedge Funds: “Get Out of the Housing Market”
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) cosponsored the Humans Over Private Equity (HOPE) for Homeownership Act, legislation to kick hedge funds out of the housing market and lower housing costs for New Mexico families.
December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 2.5 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for December 2025 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 2.5 percent from
HUD Launches Fair Housing Investigation into Minneapolis’s Race-Based Housing Plan
The Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) notified the City of Minneapolis that it has launched an investigation into the
5 Tips for a Successful Long-Distance Move
Intercity or interstate moves are major life events involving way more than packing boxes and renting a truck. Long-distance moves impact money matters, timing, emotional stability, and how quickly one can settle into the new place.
VIDEO: Pressley Co-Chairs Hearing on Housing Affordability, Demands Congress Affirm Housing as a Human...
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), alongside Congresswomen Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Ilhan Omar (MN-05) held theCongressional Progressive Caucus’ (CPC) Lowering Costs Taskforce’s first shadow hearing, titled “Building the New American Dream: Lowering Housing Costs for All.”
Exploring Options for Homes in Need of Repairs
Tackling a home that needs repairs can present a unique set of challenges—and opportunities. Whether you’re considering purchasing a fixer-upper or looking to update your own property, it’s crucial to start with a thorough assessment.
Remodeling Market Sentiment Strengthens in Fourth Quarter of 2025
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the fourth quarter, posting a reading of 64, up four points compared
SCHUMER DEMANDS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IMMEDIATELY RESTORE $6 MILLION FOR WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Trump Admin Unexpectedly Canceled $168 Million In Fed Funding For Public Schools Across America in December – Including $6M
Construction Costs Rise At Fastest Rate Since January 2023 In November, Outpacing Increases In...
Association Survey Finds Majority of Contractors Lists Materials Costs as a Major Concern for 2026; Most Firms Report Tariffs
Seattle Tree Conditions That Often Trigger Emergency Callouts Later
Tree failures in Seattle rarely occur without warning. Wind exposure, nearby construction, compacted soil, and limited rooting space place stress on trunks, roots, and canopies. Common early warning signs include trunk cracks, exposed roots, heavy extended limbs, pest damage, and internal decay, allowing risks to be addressed before conditions escalate.
Pursuant to Preliminary Court Order, HUD Announces FY24-25 CoC NOFO is Open to Process...
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a notice announcing that the fiscal year 2024 – 2025 (FY24-25) Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding
Reopening of Bethel Assistance Hub Postponed Due to Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather, the Bethel Assistance Hub, which assists Alaskans affected by the severe storms, flooding and remnants of Typhoon Halong Oct. 8-13, 2025, will not reopen Jan. 8 as planned. The reopening has been postponed until further
