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CONSTRUCTION SPENDING EDGES UP DECEMBER DESPITE DECLINES IN MULTIFAMILY AND INFRASTRUCTURE AS THREAT OF...
Total Spending Up from November at $2.19 Trillion Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate amid Strong Demand for Single Family
DOE Announces New Tools Making it Easier for Home Contractors to Install Energy Saving...
In support of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today released new resources to help American households and home
Limited Existing Inventory Provides a Boost for New Home Sales
A limited amount of existing inventory along with solid demand helped new home sales end the year on an up note, even as buyers continue to grapple with housing affordability challenges.
U.S. Department of Energy Reverses Biden LNG Pause, Restores Trump Energy Dominance Agenda
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $32 million for six selected pilot projects that will support new load growth
National Housing Conference issues statement on the nomination of Bill Pulte for FHFA Director
David M. Dworkin, President and CEO of the National Housing Conference, issued the following statement in response to
FEMA Set to Open Altadena Disaster Recovery Center
FEMA is opening a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Altadena to assist Californians who experienced damage to their primary home, personal property loss or have disaster-caused emergency
Brian Heck’s Key Factors for Choosing a Home in Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman, Montana, has captured the attention of those seeking a balance between outdoor adventure, energy, and a high quality of life. Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, this growing city
Notice of Vote Kicks Off New Engagement Period at Hylan Houses Ahead of Tie-Breaking...
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) today announced that a new Notice of Vote has been mailed to Hylan Houses residents, kicking off a new 30-day public engagement period after a full recount of votes confirmed a tie between residents’ top two selections of the Public Housing Preservation Trust and the Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) program.
Rep. Calvert Reintroduces Bill to Improve Mental Health and Drug Abuse Treatment for Homeless...
Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) reintroduced the Treatment and Homelessness Housing Integration Act, H.R. 577, to help
Biden-Harris Administration Awards nearly $3.6 Billion in Homelessness Assistance Funding to Communities Nationwide
Grant awards represent the largest amount of annual federal funding provided through HUD’s Continuum of Care program in
EIA publishes its first energy-sector forecasts through 2026
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) published its first forecasts for energy production, consumption, and prices through 2026 in its January
Housing Starts End 2024 on an Up Note
Fueled by solid demand, single-family construction moved higher in December despite several headwinds facing the industry, including high mortgage rates, elevated financing costs for builders and a lack of buildable lots.
Mayor Bowser and National League of Cities to Host National Housing Summit
On Thursday, January 16 at 9 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser, in partnership with the National League of Cities, will host a national housing summit at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of
FHFA Announces Final Rule Expanding Access to Liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Bank...
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) published a final rule today designed to improve access to liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLBank) System by adjusting the treatment of
FEMA’s National Preparedness Report Highlights Mass Care Services, Public Information and Warning, Infrastructure Systems...
FEMA has released a report providing an overview of the nation’s current disaster risk and capability landscape. The 13th annual
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces Preliminary Terms with MACOM to Help Strengthen Supply Chain...
The U.S. Department of Commerce signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) with MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (“MACOM”)
U.S. Department of Energy Announces more than $136 Million in Projects To Develop Transformational...
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $136 million for 66 selected projects to support the research and
Additional Assistance for Fire Victims
In addition to the $43,600 of housing assistance, you may qualify for additional temporary rental assistance from FEMA. The amount of assistance is based on prevailing rental value in your community, and the number of people in your household
Habitat for Humanity committed to long-term recovery following California wildfires
Habitat for Humanity teams are readying their response as wildfires continue to rage across Southern California. Initial reports indicate some Habitat homes were destroyed in the region
NAHB, 15 State Attorneys General File Suit Against HUD’s Energy Codes Mandate
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and 15 state attorneys general have filed a complaint in the Eastern District of Texas seeking to stop the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
