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DOE

Energy Secretary Strengthens Mid-Atlantic Grid Reliability Heading into Winter Months

National
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright today issued an emergency order authorized by Section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act ensuring Americans maintain access to reliable, affordable, and
EPA

EPA Releases New Resources to Help Protect Water Systems, Strengthen Cyber Resilience

National
This week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released new and updated planning tools that water systems across the country can use to help prevent and respond to cybersecurity

The Senate’s Confirmation of Craig Trainor to Lead HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and...

National
Last night, the Senate voted to confirm a package of 107 nominees that included Craig Trainor to be Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
MBA

MBA Education Honors WyHy Federal Credit Union’s Brittney Wagner-Tapia with Willis Bryant Award

National
MBA Education, the award-winning education division of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), today honored WyHy
NLIHC

Our Homes, Our Votes Nonpartisan Campaign Report Captures Lessons from Engaging Low-Income Communities in...

National
During National Voter Education Week, the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s (NLIHC) Our Homes, Our Votes (OHOV) nonpartisan campaign released a new report on effective
FEMA

Stay in Touch with FEMA

National
Wisconsin residents who applied for federal assistance may need to follow-up with FEMA for a variety of reasons such as to schedule an inspection or provide additional information or documents to move their application forward.
Senator Dan Sullivan

Coast Guard Authorization Advances in FY 2026 NDAA with Sullivan’s Alaska Priorities

National
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), chairman of the Senate Commerce Coast Guard, Maritime and Fisheries Subcommittee, celebrated the Senate’s recent passage of the Fiscal Year 2026
DOE

Energy Department Announces Fusion Science and Technology Roadmap to Accelerate Commercial Fusion Power

National
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released its Fusion Science and Technology (FS&T) Roadmap, a national strategy to
NAR

NAR Statement on Zillow’s App for ChatGPT

National
The National Association of REALTORS® issued the following statement on Zillow's app for ChatGPT: "Implementing and integrating new technologies, like artificial intelligence (A.I.), into the home-buying and selling process has the potential to better serve consumers by enhancing the exposure of MLS listings
EIA

EIA expects U.S. household heating costs will vary based on retail prices of different...

National
In its 2025 Winter Fuels Outlook, EIA forecasts U.S. households heated by natural gas will pay about the same to heat their homes as they did last winter. On average, EIA expects households heated by electricity to pay more to heat their homes

Young, Gallego Discuss Bill to Help First-Time Homebuyers on Fox News

National
Last night, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) joined Special Report on Fox News to discuss their bill to help more Americans buy their first home.
Natural Resources

Ranking Member Heinrich, Vice Chair Murray, 35 Senators Demand Trump Administration Restore $8 Billion...

National
Senators to Trump Administration officials: “Satisfying the President’s desire for political revenge and intimidation is not a
NAHB

Amid Market Challenges, Builder Expectations Rise in October

National
Even as builders continue to grapple with market and macroeconomic uncertainty, sentiment levels posted a solid gain in October as future sales expectations surpassed the 50-point breakeven mark for the first time since last January.
FHFA

U.S. Federal Housing Requests Input on New Strategic Plan

National
Consistent with its statutory requirements and President Trump’s executive orders, U.S. Federal Housing is asking the public for feedback on its proposed Strategic Plan for FY 2026–2030.
Congressman Mike Quigley

Quigley, Durbin, Duckworth, Kelly, Davis Demand Answers about Frozen Federal Funding for Chicago’s Red...

National
U.S. Representative and Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee Member Mike Quigley
MBA

September New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 2.0 Percent

National
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for September 2025 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 2.0 percent
ULI

Carol Coletta Named Winner of 2025 ULI Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development

National
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) has selected Carol Coletta as the recipient of the 2025 ULI Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development, the most prestigious and respected honor in the
EPA

EPA Provides Path Forward for Smitty’s Supply Fire Cleanup: Smitty’s to Clean up Facility,...

National
After leading cleanup efforts for almost two months, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is entering into a consent order with Smitty’s Supply, Inc. to assume responsibility for the
Senator Bill Cassidy

Cassidy Supports National Defense Package, Secures Louisiana Investments

National
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “The Schumer Shutdown

Realtor® Jolene Selwa wins South Carolina REALTORS® highest community service award

National
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) has awarded Myrtle Beach Realtor® Jolene Selwa with its coveted C. Dan Joyner Good Neighbor Award. The honor was presented during the association's legal conference, REALTOR® MANIA, at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September.

Business Real Estate Press Releases

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2026 RESO Board of Directors Announced

Nine open seats on the Real Estate Standards Organization (RESO) 2026 Board of Directors have been filled after an election by RESO’s membership. Director appointments and the board’s Executive Committee have also been selected for the next year.

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases

Maximizing Your Home’s Value: Essential Tips for Sellers

Selling your home represents one of the most significant financial transactions you'll make in your lifetime. Whether you're upgrading to a larger property, downsizing, or relocating for work, getting the best possible price while minimizing time on market requires careful planning and strategic execution.