Torrance, CA - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- To meet the growing needs of Southern Arizona’s real estate market, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage has announced two management changes in Arizona: Les Boomer has been appointed regional vice p...

EUGENE, OR - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- As both a licensed Colorado Realtor, Scott Coddington represents homes all around the area, and now his IDX enabled website reflects his bilateral real estate business. The IDX, Inc. solution: IDX Broker ...

EUGENE, OR - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. is pleased to announce Donna Zalter of EWM Realtors as the latest addition to the growing network of real estate professionals choosing to update their websites with an IDX solution. The compreh...

EUGENE, OR - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today IDX, Inc. is pleased to welcome Austin, Texas agent Norma Babb of Address Book Realty to the growing group of real estate professionals adopting a customizable IDX solution for their realty websites...

EUGENE, OR - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. has supplied Rick Fuller with an innovative IDX solution, making his real estate website a great location to experience the online property search for Antioch, California homes. East Bay Regiona...

WASHINGTON, DC - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Three affordable housing developments are the recipients of the coveted HUD Secretary’s Housing and Community Design Award, each recognized for excellence in residential housing design. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) selected Richardson Apartments in San Francisco, California; Bud Clark Commons in Portland, Oregon and Boston Public Library, Mattapan Branch in Boston, Massachusetts for a new generation of affordable housing.

Washington, DC - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today NeighborWorks America announced that it was named one of the nation’s largest builders of affordable homes, according to the Builder 100 list. NeighborWorks America, representing the NeighborWorks network, was ranked No. 6 among builders specializing in affordable for-sale homes. NeighborWorks organizations build homes in suburban, rural and urban markets. For the third year, NeighborWorks America ranked among the top 100 of all homebuilders, holding the No. 46 place for 2011 with 615 closings

WASHINGTON, DC - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- HouseLogic.com, the award-winning comprehensive website for homeowners from the National Association of Realtors®, launches its next online sweepstakes Monday, May 21, and site visitors could win a $100 Visa gift card. Readers who comment on a special blog series, the “Drafty House Rehab,” will have a chance to win one of four available gift cards.

WASHINGTON, DC - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales rose in April and remain above a year ago, while home prices continued to rise, according to the National Association of Realtors®. The improvements in sales and prices were broad based across all regions.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will host a webinar on the top 12 must-haves in today’s apartments. When it comes to apartment living, renters have made it clear which features they expect in their homes. Industry experts will discuss these key market trends emerging in interior, exterior and outdoor living and how generational differences affect apartment design.

Las Vegas, NV - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Why would you pay a Nevada Attorney thousands of dollars to handle your short sale when short sales are free? There has never been a better time to do a short sale. Many banks are now waiving their rig...

COLUMBIA, S.C. - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Realtors® from across the country converged in Washington, D.C., last week during the National Association of Realtors® 2012 Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo. South Carolina Realtors®...

Denver, CO - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- The first truly global online real estate resource, with hundreds of thousands of home listings in more than 70 countries and territories, has seen unprecedented success and growth since the website’s launch. global.remax.com has drawn in nearly 750,000 unique visitors, who have generated more than 18 million page views. The majority of visitors are from China, the most searched city is London and the most searched country, the United States.

Houston, TX - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Home Automation is a housing expansion of the Structure automation. According to Houston interior design, in this computer era where everything seems to work with a click, the efficient working of homes ...

Independence, OH - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Whether it is about buying a property or selling your current estate at the best rates, it is essential that you get the best property inspector to analyze your assets. Hire professional property in...

SAN DIEGO, CA - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Sperry Van Ness – Miller Commercial Real Estate Advisors; Brent Miller, CCIM, CPM, Henry Hanna, CCIM, SIOR, John McClellan, CCIM, David Wilk and Managing Director Amy Miller, CPM recently attended th...

Torrance, CA - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- C.W. Driver has been named construction manager for the City of Beverly Hills Public Works Warehouse and Shops project, a $7.8 million expansion plan which will be located at 9357 Third Street near Civi...

LOS ANGELES, CA - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- California home sales and median price both jumped in April, with sales shooting up to their highest level in more than two years, and the median price rising above $300,000 for the first time in 16 ...

May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) --A well-lit environment creates a more positive shopping experience for customers at retail locations of all sizes. As such, the retail industry in the U.S. spends nearly $20 billion on energy each year according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with lighting as the largest energy drain. The EPA also estimates that a 10% reduction in energy costs for average retail outlets could increase profit margins by 16% annually. An advanced lighting control system can serve as an indispensable tool in accomplishing these energy savings while improving illumination quality.

LOS ANGELES, CA - May 21, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) applauds California Congressmen Gary Miller (R-Brea) and seven other California congressional members for introducing legislation that calls for the ...

Congressman Lance Gooden sent a letter to the Dallas Housing Authority requesting answers and greater transparency regarding housing placement trends and neighborhood concentration concerns in Kaufman County. The letter responds to concerns raised by homeowners in the Gateway Parks subdivision in Forney about Housing Choice Vouchers and federal housing policies contributing to increased institutional investor ownership and neighborhood instability

The New York State Department of State (DOS) today announced the availability of nearly $20 million in funding through the 2026 Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Initiative for three signature community planning and development programs—Local Waterfront Revitalization Program; Smart Growth Community Planning Program; and Brownfield Opportunity Area Program.

Last week, U.S. Reps. Mike Carey (R-OH-15) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19) introduced H.R. 9012, the Affordable Housing Credit Carryback Act to strengthen the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). This legislation will change the LIHTC carryback period from one year to five years, which will increase the uptake of these important credits and spur more investment in affordable housing production.

On Wednesday, 29 credit unions from across New York State delivered a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, State Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Luis R. Sepúlveda and State Assembly Banks Chair Clyde Vanel, urging lawmakers to crack down on predatory payday loan apps by passing the Stop Taking Our Pay Act (STOP) Act (S8939–Brouk, Rochester/A9644–Raga, Queens).

Speaker Johnson released the following statement after an overwhelming bipartisan majority in the House voted to pass H. Res. 1299, an amended version of the Senate-passed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.

In many Iowa communities, the biggest barrier to growth isn’t a lack of jobs or schools — it’s housing. Too often, the beautiful Victorian on Main Street that should welcome a new family is sitting empty and deteriorating because federal programs designed to help restore and finance rural housing are outdated and buried in red tape.

The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is alerting consumers about the dangers of television (TV) tip-over hazards. Millions of New Yorkers will watch the Super Bowl this Sunday either on TVs at home or at parties with friends. DCP is taking this TV-focused occasion to remind consumers of critical TV safety tips.

Fast-growing Florida has been a favorite of real estate investors for many years. With so much interest having been focused on the state, though, investors need to take care to seek the best available opportunities.

Office of General Services Commissioner RoAnn Destito today announced that the Senator Walter J. Mahoney State Office Building located at 65 Court Street in Buffalo will be sold at auction in 2020. A work group formed earlier this year made up of City, County, and State officials working with professional real estate consultants CBRE, determined that in the current competitive and robust Buffalo real estate market

The Bureau of Land Management today announced that Karen Mouritsen has been named the new California State Director—a key leadership position based in Sacramento. As State Director, Mouritsen will direct a team that manages lands encompassing 15% of the Golden State’s total land mass

The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) today announced the opening of the new JLC Recovery and Wellness Center in New York City. JLC is operated by Exponents Inc. and provides free help and support services for people affected by addiction and for their families.

In spite of a robust U.S. economy, a strong employment rate, and steadily increasing 401(k) plan earnings, Black homeownership rates continue to drop. Drawing from the 2019 release of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers

Yesterday, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, asked the Department of the Interior about its commitment to the Yakima River Basin during a hearing on the president’s FY 2017 budget request. Deputy Secretary of the Interior Michael Connor agreed with Sen. Cantwell that the Yakima River Basin plan “is a model for the rest of the nation in water management.”

“Consumers Energy is thankful to be a part of holiday celebrations across the state as warm Thanksgiving memories are being made, and we are committed to providing many more generations of Michigan families with reliable, affordable energy in all seasons,” said Garrick Rochow, Consumers Energy’s vice president and chief customer officer

WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Six federal financial regulatory agencies today issued a final rule that creates exemptions from certain appraisal requirements for a subset of higher-priced mortgage loans. The exemptions are intended to save borrowers time and money while still ensuring that the loans are financially sound

Atlanta, Georgia - November 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance (“Department”) entered into a Consent Order with Equity Loans, LLC, License Number 23300, located at 1150 Hammond Dr., Building E, Suite 650, Atlanta, Georgia 30328, to resolve allegations pertaining to violations of the Georgia Residential Mortgage Act