December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Planning Grants to 42 communities across the state to help them plan for a variety of forward thinking objectives including economic development, village revitalization and future housing needs. These grants of u...

WASHINGTON, DC - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Concerned that new analysis by the Department of Energy (DOE) shows that decisions by ConocoPhillips and Sunoco to idle or shutter completely three refineries in Pennsylvania could cause shortage...

LOS ANGELES, CA - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales in California fell in November but were up from the previous year for the seventh consecutive month. Additionally, distressed home sales dropped in November from both the pre...

New York, NY - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Only two days remain before the contract covering 22,000 building service workers in New York City expires. If the clock runs out at midnight on Dec. 31, 2011 without a fair and equitable deal in p...

NEW YORK, NY - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- As a contract deadline looms in New York City for 22,000 office cleaners represented by SEIU 32BJ, janitors in more than12 cities across the country including Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston and Los ...

Charlotte, NC - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- With mortgage rates continuing to be near record lows, LendingTree.com, the nation’s leading online lender exchange and personal finance resource, today released data highlighting the average loan amount on residential real estate purchases for all 50 states and Washington D.C. for the year. Hawaii, by far, leads the nation with an average home loan amount of $677,299, followed by Washington D.C. at $393,453, New Jersey at $344,240 and New York at $340,124. The states with the lowest average home loan amounts are Mississippi at $137,182 and Nebraska at $137,515. The national average for a home loan is $222,261.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Christa DiLalo Petti of East Brunswick, N.J., has joined commercial real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield, Inc., as an analyst on its New Jersey Research team, announced Gual...

Hollywood, CA - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Colliers International, the third largest global real estate services organization, has completed the sale of a 4,026-square-feet property located at 1542 Cassil Place Hollywood, Calif. The total ...

Jersey City, NJ - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- New Jersey cleaners, joined by top New Jersey elected leaders, will rally today in Jersey City to celebrate their new contract and in support of cleaners in New York City’s commercial building...

New York, NY - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- With office cleaners stepping up preparations for a possible strike, cleaners will gather near Bowling Green Park and march past their worksites in downtown Manhattan’s Financial District. Hundre...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- In response to requests from stakeholders, the Federal Trade Commission has extended the deadlines for the public to submit comments in two different proceedings. The deadline to submit comments in the agency's review of its Textile Rules will be extended 30 days until February 2. The deadline for public comments on new energy labeling requirements for residential heating and cooling equipment will be extended until February 6.

Washington, DC - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales continued to gain in November and reached the highest level in 19 months, according to the National Association of Realtors®. The Pending Home Sales Index,* a forward-looking indicator based on contract signings, increased 7.3 percent to 100.1 in November from an upwardly revised 93.3 in October and is 5.9 percent above November 2010 when it stood at 94.5. The October upward revision resulted in a 10.4 percent monthly gain.

Orlando, FL - December 29, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- FBC Mortgage, LLC prides itself on being a valuable partner in the communities they serve by supporting local charitable organizations with both in-kind and monetary donations throughout the year. T...

December 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- For the past 3 ½ years it is very accurate to say that the mortgage industry has undergone a battle for its very survival. One of the deepest recessions in our nation’s history, the sharpest decline in single-family housing values since the Great Depressions, and the highest unemployment rates since the 1970s have all combined to make the past few years the most difficult ever faced in our industry. The survivors of this difficult time must focus on being part of the solution and building a stronger mortgage industry.

December 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Gov. Peter Shumlin and legislative leaders announced today that the state would add $6.1 million to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP, to help ensure Vermonters can afford to heat the...

Greenwood Village, CO - December 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- A key aspect of any move is selecting a reputable, dependable carrier to transport your possessions to your new destination. It’s a very important aspect of any successful move.

Atlanta, GA - December 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- On December 21, 2011, an Order to Cease and Desist issued by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance (“Department”) to National African American Relationships Institute, Inc. (NAARI) dba N...

December 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Superintendent Lloyd P. LaFountain III announced this week that the Bureau of Financial Institutions’ third quarter survey covering first residential mortgage loans held by Maine’s 32 state-chartered banks an...

December 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- BOISE—Finally Home!® Homebuyer Education classes will be held across the state throughout 2012. Idaho Partners for Homebuyer Education, Inc. (IPHBE Inc.) offers these informative classes to educate homebuyers ...

ANCHORAGE, AK - December 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) yesterday announced its annual Greater Opportunities for Affordable Living (GOAL) grants that will be awarded to five communities statewide for developing...

Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, led a markup of eight bills. “Throughout this Congress, witnesses before our subcommittee have made things crystal clear: Our nation is in the midst of a concerning reliability crisis; Affordability challenges are straining household budgets; and our electric sector must meet the moment to ensure our country can compete and win in the next generation economy,

The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) today announced the completion of Fresh Start Apartments, which created 11 units of permanent supportive housing in the City of Newburgh for women who have experienced homelessness and substance use disorder.

Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock’s provision to ban large corporations from mass purchasing single-family homes passed the U.S. Congress and is one step closer to becoming federal law. The provision is part of the historic 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which now moves to the White House for President Trump’s signature

Owning a home in California comes with its own set of challenges. The sun, earthquakes, dry summers, and rainy winters all take a toll on houses. Staying on top of regular maintenance helps you avoid expensive repairs and keeps your home comfortable year-round. Here are five services every California homeowner should prioritize.

Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) celebrated over $3 million in federal investments that she secured for school and climate resilience projects across MA-5. In Melrose, Whip Clark she joined Mayor Jen Grigoraitis to celebrate $250,000 in funding she brought home to rebuild, rewire, and improve the public address systems in Melrose Public Schools, as well as an $852,500 investment

The New York City Public Housing Preservation Trust (the Trust) today announced that Fifth Avenue Builders, LLC, has been selected as the design-build team to perform renovation work in apartments and shared spaces at Unity Towers in Coney Island. With the Trust Board's approval on June 10, 2026, the selection of the design-build team marks a major milestone for the project, which encompasses one building with 193 apartments.

Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) today announced a $500,000 federal investment to rebuild an 11.5-mile stretch of White Pole Road in Guthrie County, a farm-to-market and freight corridor that the region’s farmers, families, and emergency responders rely on every day.

The New York State Office of Mental Health today announced that $6 million has been awarded to establish a community wellness center on the campus of the Bronx Psychiatric Center. The funding was awarded to StartCare to operate the two-story, 17,000-square-foot facility to serve as a wellness and community resource center providing connection to holistic services for the greater Bronx community

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor ahead of the Senate vote to advance the bipartisan ROAD to Housing bill and noted the urgent need to expand on legislation to make housing more accessible for all.

The Housing Network of Rhode Island (HNRI) is deeply grateful to legislative leaders and members of the General Assembly for advancing a $120 million housing bond to increase and preserve affordable housing as part of the FY27 budget.

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