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Georgia Department of Banking and Finance’s Order to Cease and Desist Issued to Fortune...
Atlanta, GA - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- On December 7, 2011, an Order to Cease and Desist issued by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance (“Department”) to Fortune Mortgage Company, Inc. dba Fortune Mortgage Corp. dba Fortune ...
Georgia Department of Banking and Finance’s Order to Cease and Desist Issued to Homeowners...
Atlanta, GA - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- On December 7, 2011, an Order to Cease and Desist issued by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance (“Department”) to Homeowners Assistance Corporation dba myloanmod.biz located at 2920 Ma...
Austin, Texas Man Charged with Fraud and Identity Theft in Nationwide Foreclosure-Rescue Scheme
LOS ANGELES, CA - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Federal authorities have charged an Austin, Texas man with having operated a foreclosure-rescue scam in Los Angeles and elsewhere that falsely promised the owners of more than a thousand distres...
Mayor Lee Announces Home for the Holidays Initiative Prioritizing Homeless San Francisco Families in...
December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mayor Edwin M. Lee today announced a new $3 million Home for the Holidays initiative to provide housing for San Francisco homeless families. Beginning immediately, the initiative will target families in San Franc...
Grijalva Highlights $100 Million in Veteran Family Homeless Prevention Grants Available to Non-Profits, Consumer...
Washington, D.C. - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva today highlighted the availability of $100 million in grants available to non-profit groups and consumer cooperatives who offer homeless prevention services to veterans a...
Mortgage Cadence Brings a Sense of Humor to Mortgage Lending Best Practices
WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mortgage Cadence, LLC, a leading provider of Enterprise Lending Solutions (ELS), Default Servicing Technology and Document Services for the financial services industry, is excited to present a series of short films under the guise of “The Lender Blender” to the public. This series of shorts irreverently illustrates the dangers that come with mismanaged processes in the midst of an industry overhaul.
The Boulder Group Completes Sale of Single Tenant Net Leased Walgreens Property in Cedar...
Northbrook, IL - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Boulder Group, a net leased investment brokerage firm, has completed the sale of a single tenant net leased Walgreens property located at 3325 16th Avenue Southwest in Cedar Rapids, IA for $4...
Quicken Loans Inc. Ranks #1 on the Phoenix Business Journals’ ‘Best Places to Work...
Scottsdale, AZ. - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Quicken Loans Inc., the nation’s largest online home lender and top-five retail mortgage lender, today announced it ranked #1 on the Phoenix Business Journals’ ‘Best Places to Work in the Valley’ list for large-sized companies.
Demographic Changes Mean Dramatic Shifts In Demand for California Housing: ULI Report Finds Imbalance...
WASHINGTON, DC - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Californians’ housing preferences are changing rapidly—outpacing the rate at which the housing stock can be adapted. This will lead to a dramatic mismatch between housing supply and demand that could last through the next two decades, according to a new report released today by the Urban Land Institute (ULI).
Center for Green Schools at U.S. Green Building Council Releases “Best of Green Schools...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Green Building Council's Center for Green Schools, working in conjunction with its founding sponsor, United Technologies Corp., today released its inaugural Best of Green Schools 2011 list recognizing school administrators and government leaders in 10 categories for their efforts to create sustainable learning environments.
JETS’ SHONN GREENE HIGHLIGHTS BROKER OPEN HOUSE AT 570 BROAD
NEWARK, N.J. - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Miles Berger (right), chairman and CEO of The Berger Organization, welcomed New York Jets Running Back Shonn Greene as the guest of honor during a broker open house at the 570 Broad office tower in...
Hanley Investment Group Sells Brand New Single-Tenant Walgreens in Lake Elsinore, Calif. for $8...
IRVINE, CA - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors, one of the most dominant retail investment groups in the western United States and a market leader in the sale of retail properties, announced today that...
EXECUTIVE AIRPORT BUSINESS CENTER PURCHASED FOR $3.4 MILLION
Fort Lauderdale, FL - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Sale transactions involving commercial real estate assets at significantly reduced prices continue to flood the investment properties market. Supporting this trend was KAS Airport, LLC’s $...
Coalition for the Homeless Presents Nixon Peabody’s Deborah VanAmerongen with “Key of Excellence Award”
Jericho, NY, and New York City - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Nixon Peabody LLP is pleased to announce that the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless has presented Deborah VanAmerongen with the “Key of Excellence Award.”
Central Indiana home sales up more than 7 percent in November
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - December 12, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- More than 1,400 homes pended in November, with all but two Central Indiana counties reporting increased sales compared to the same time period last year, according to statistics compiled by F.C...
John Gallin & Son Constructs Prototype “Sushi-teria” at 601 Lexington Avenue
NEW YORK CITY, NY - December 9, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Construction firm John Gallin & Son has completed work on the city’s first “Sushi-teria” for noted restaurateur Victor Chan, at the Atrium Shops + Cafés at 601 Lexington Avenue (for...
Langevin and Cicilline Fight for the Low-income Housing Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 9, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Congressmen James Langevin (RI-02) and David Cicilline (RI-01), are taking a lead role in trying to preserve heating assistance for struggling families this winter. Rhode Island’s two representatives were original co-sponsors of legislation, just introduced with Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (ME-01), that would allocate $4.7 billion for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Fiscal year 2012, ensuring resources equal to the previous year’s levels. The bill matches the measure sponsored by Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse.
Former Mountain View Businessmen Plead Guilty to Real Estate Investment Fraud
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - December 9, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- James Stanley Ward, Edward George Locker, and Richard Ferguson Tipton pleaded guilty in federal court in San Francisco to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, United States Attorney Melind...
Housing Subcommittee Unanimously Approves Congressman Al Green’s Homes for Heroes Act.
Washington, DC - December 9, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- This week, the House Financial Services Committee, Subcommittee on Insurance, Housing and Community Opportunity passed H.R. 3298, the Homes for Heroes Act. The bill establishes a Special Assistant...
Real Estate Firm Gateside Corporation Relocates To Malkin Properties’ 500 Mamaroneck Ave. in Harrison
HARRISON, N.Y. - December 9, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Gateside Corporation, a commercial and residential real estate development and investment company, has sold its offices in Rye, NY, and will relocate to Malkin Properties’ 500 Mamaroneck Avenue ...
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CASTEN, BENNET INTRODUCE BILL TO IMPROVE HOME APPRAISAL PROCESS AND ENCOURAGE ENERGY-EFFICIENCY AND CLEAN...
U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) and Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) introduced the Getting Renewable and Energy
U.S. Department of the Treasury, IRS Release Additional Guidance to Boost American Clean Energy...
Guidance Provides Additional Clarification Around Eligibility Determination for Domestic Content Bonus in the Inflation Reduction
Second Century Ventures Announces Eight Companies for REACH LATAM 2024 Cohort
Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of Realtors®, has announced the selection of eight companies for the second annual REACH Latin America
Essential Things to Know About the Hardwood Flooring
In essence, hardwood, usually referred to as solid wood, is hard. It is the dense wood that slow-growing trees produce. Because of its high density and exceptional durability, it's an option for Eko Flooring
Advantages of Electric Fireplace Inserts Over Traditional Fireplaces
An electric fireplace insert is a modern alternative to traditional wood-burning or gas fireplaces. It is essentially an electric heater designed to fit into an existing fireplace cavity or to be recessed into a wall. These inserts typically consist of a metal housing containing a heating element, a flame effect mechanism (which often uses LED lights and mirrors to simulate flames), and a fan to distribute heat into the room.
GFP Real Estate and Its Tenants Raise More Than $200,000 to Support Ukrainian Refugees
GFP Real Estate is pleased to announce that its "Support Ukraine in Crisis" campaign raised more than $200,000 to support humanitarian relief efforts on the ground in Ukraine.
Higher Interest Rates Keep Single-Family Housing Starts Flat in April
Single-family starts remained flat in April as interest rates moved above 7% last month and builders were dealing with tighter lending conditions. Overall housing starts increased 5.7%
MHP Receives $1 Million Grant from Citi Foundation
MHP recently received a $1 million unrestricted grant from The Citi Foundation’s Community Progress Makers Initiative, a program that supports visionary organizations that are working to connect low-income communities to greater social and economic opportunity.
How Can You Shield Your Real Estate Deal from Today’s Cyber Threats?
We live in an age where digital transactions have become the norm, and the real estate sector is not immune to the rise in cyber threats, crimes, and data breaches. For buyers and sellers alike, the excitement of closing a deal can quickly turn into a nightmare if proper precautions aren't taken.
5 Signs Your Home Pool is Leaking Water
Although finding a leak in your backyard pool might be annoying, spotting the warning signals early on can help you save costly repairs, wasted time, and frustrations. Unexpected water loss and enigmatic wet patches in your yard are just two of the clear signs
Rep. Beatty Announces Federal Funding to Advance Affordable Housing
This week, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) joined the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati (FHLB) and Homeport in celebrating the launch of the Rise Up program. The Rise Up
CSBS Statement on FSOC Nonbank Mortgage Servicing Report
The Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) released a report on nonbank mortgage servicing, including far-reaching recommendations with potentially significant consequences for
April New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 22.1 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for April 2024 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 22.1 percent compared from a
Home Projects You Should Always Hire a Pro For
When it comes to home improvement, distinguishing between projects you can do yourself and those that require professional expertise is crucial. While DIY projects can be satisfying and cost-effective, some home improvements are best left to professionals
The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Provides Safety Tips to...
For this week’s Tuesday’s Tips, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing safety tips to follow when using gas or charcoal grills. This Memorial Day on May 27 will mark the beginning of summer for many New Yorkers, and with it, the start of the grilling season.
Revive Adds First-of-its-Kind Neighborhood Report Feature to Vision AI, Transforming Real Estate Valuations with...
Most homeowners understand that updating and renovating their home could help them earn more money at its sale, but because
Making the Most of the Summer Moving Season as a Home Buyer
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, the real estate market heats up along with the weather. Summer marks the peak season for moving, and for home buyers, it presents a unique opportunity to capitalize on various factors that make the process smoother and more rewarding.
Essential Plumbing Checks Before Buying a Home
When embarking on the exciting journey of buying a home, it's easy to be swept off your feet by a charming facade or an inviting interior. However, it's crucial to look beyond the surface
SWALWELL, HAYES & HEINRICH INTRODUCE BILL TO MAKE HOUSING MORE AFFORDABLE FOR TEACHERS
U.S. Representatives Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and Jahana Hayes (D-CT) today introduced the Educator Down Payment Assistance Act
National Housing Conference applauds FHFA’s new rule enhancing fairness in the housing finance sector
The National Housing Conference’s (NHC) President and CEO David M. Dworkin released the following statement in response to
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President Donald J. Trump Approves Emergency Disaster Declaration for Texas
FEMA announced federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Texas to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Hanna from July 25, 2020, and continuing
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Numbers Fire
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the State of Nevada in combating the Numbers Fire burning in Douglas County.
How Much Does It Cost To Start An LLC In Texas?
In the process of setting up your Texas LLC, you'll be faced with quite a few expenses. Some of these are required by legislation, and others are just recommended. We'll cover the costs of setting up an LLC in Texas and also provide you with the informatio
5 Benefits Of Using A Registered Agent In Texas
The services of a registration agent began as part of due process in the US Constitution. A lawsuit includes the legal right to be notified of claims or other legal matters. Here are some brief things that will help explain what a Registered Agent Service In Texas
Avoid TV Tip-Over Incidents During Super Bowl LIV with Safety Tips
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.
Brand-New Single-Tenant Starbucks Drive-Thru Trades in Fresno, Calif. for $1,345 PSF
Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors, a nationally recognized real estate brokerage and advisory firm specializing in retail property sales, announced today that the firm has completed the sale of a brand-new, single-tenant Starbucks
Rosenberg family home for the holidays – and prepared for future hurricanes
A Houston-area mom is sharing her Hurricane Harvey recovery story this holiday season, along with the importance of always being prepared for flood events.
5 Cities in Florida: Which One Makes for the Best Real Estate Investment Opportunity...
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.
WALTER J. MAHONEY STATE OFFICE BUILDING TO BE SOLD
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
Charleston South Carolina expected to outpace national real estate market averages through 2025
The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) recently identified 10 markets expected to outperform over the next three to five years. In alphabetical order, the markets are
WHAT IS THE EVICTION PROCESS IN CALIFORNIA?
Eviction is a dirty word for both tenants and the landlords that believe the time has come to remove one or more parties from an apartment. The process anywhere can lead to a strained relationship at best and a bitter acrimonious fight that ends up in the judicial system.
FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Local Home Improvement Stores
Disaster survivors affected by the severe storms and floods from Tropical Storm Imelda, can visit local home improvement stores in Katy, Houston and Spring from Monday, Dec. 9, to Saturday
Florida Tops ABC’s Annual Merit Shop Scorecard State Ranking for Second Year in a...
Associated Builders and Contractors released its 2019 Merit Shop Scorecard today, an annual ranking based on state policies and programs that encourage workforce development, career and technical education
Top 4 Places to Buy a Second Home in the US
There are about 7.4 million homes owned as a second home in the United States. For many people, their second home is a vacation home. This gives them a chance to get away and break routine while also having all of the comforts of being in their own home.
Ribbon Cutting Celebrating New Affordable Apartments in the Bronx for Low-Income Families and Domestic...
New Destiny was joined by supporters and colleagues to celebrate the opening of its newly constructed service-enriched affordable housing project - The Jennings - located in the Crotona Park East
HUD AWARDS $1.5 MILLION TO PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES TO ASSIST YOUNG PEOPLE AGING OUT...
U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson today awarded $1.5 million to nearly a dozen housing authorities to assist young people aging out
BLM NAMES VETERAN LAND MANAGER TO LEAD CALIFORNIA STATE OFFICE
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
California Real Estate Developer Convicted of Making Conduit Contributions in Two U.S. Congressional Campaigns
Today, a federal jury found an Oakland-area real estate developer guilty for funneling tens of thousands of dollars through straw donors into two consecutive congressional campaigns
NYS OASAS ANNOUNCES OPENING OF NEW RECOVERY CENTER IN NEW YORK CITY
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.
Robust U.S economy not a boost for black homeownership
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
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SIXTY PERCENT OF FIRMS WORKING ON HIGHWAY UPGRADES EXPERIENCED CARS CRASHING INTO THEIR WORK...
Annual Survey by HCSS and Associated General Contractors of America Finds Drivers and Passengers are at Greater Risk of Injury and Death in Work Zone Crashes As Officials Urge Drivers
New Home Sales Decline in May
Sales of newly built, single-family homes fell 7.8 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 626,000 units in May, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.
$17+ Million in Grants Will Help States, Local Communities Keep Waters Clean, Economies Thriving
Water-loving outdoor recreationists and local communities in 27 states will have additional resources to help boaters keep America’s waters clean, thanks to more than $17 million in Clean Vessel Act program grants from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Port Aransas ready for return of summer tourism
Texas SandFest drew a record 35,000 people April 26-28, encouraging business owners that Port Aransas is on its way to recovery. With nearly all the city’s retailers and restaurants re-opened, residents are beginning to feel like things are getting back to normal.
OJO Labs: Five Months, Eight Major Awards
OJO Labs, a leading-edge technology company on a mission to empower consumer decision-making through its conversational AI assistant, OJO, won the highly coveted 2019 A-List Award among mid-sized companies from the Austin Chamber of Commerce in partnership with SXSW
Should I Rent Out my Property on Airbnb?
Listing property on Airbnb has become a popular way to make extra money, meet new people, and provide some freedom, but there are a few key things to think about when you are considering listing your property. It is key to know what you’re getting yourself into.
The Rockefeller Foundation Launches $5.5 Million Opportunity Zone Community Capacity Building Initiative for Select...
The Rockefeller Foundation today announced an initiative to help U.S. cities attract responsible private investment in economically-distressed communities through Opportunity Zones created in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This effort will help ensure new investment delivers sustainable benefits for more than 30 million low-income Americans living in Opportunity Zones
Eden Housing and City of Fremont Celebrate Grand Opening of KTGY-Designed Affordable Senior Housing...
Pauline Weaver Senior Apartments is located in the Warms Springs area of Alameda County and features 90 apartment homes for very low and extremely low-income seniors, near I-880 freeway, BART, shopping, services and other amenities.
VA’s Home Loan Guaranty program notifies Veterans of potential loan fee waivers
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced May 13 that Veterans who qualify for a VA Home Loan funding fee waiver are now being notified in their home loan eligibility certificate and disability compensation award letter.
A Stellar Idea: My Florida Regional MLS Reimagines the Multiple Listing Service
The nation's third-largest Multiple Listing Service, My Florida Regional MLS, will become Stellar MLS on June 4, 2019, in a move that totally reimagines the MLS. Currently serving 58,000 customers
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS TO CO-HOST HUD INNOVATIVE HOUSING SHOWCASE
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson today announced the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will co-host the Department's inaugural "Innovative Housing Showcase." The Innovative Housing Showcase will be held on the National Mall June 1-5, 2019
Department of the Interior: Yakima Water Plan Is a “Model” and “Holistic”
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.”
Energy Costs to Cook Thanksgiving Meal Up to 25% Lower in 2015
“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
Agencies Issue Final Rule to Exempt Subset of Higher-Priced Mortgage Loans from Appraisal Requirements
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
Department Enters into Consent Order with Equity Loans, LLC and its owners Eduardo Gutierrez...
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