New York, NY - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- On July 20, 2011, as part of a historic initiative to transform New York State's model for economic development and job creation, Governor Cuomo announced that up to $1 billion in economic development funding would be made available through a Consolidated Application Process (CFA). Beginning September 2, 2011, the NYS Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) is available to eligible applicants, marking a fundamental shift in how economic development resources are allocated. The CFA will serve as a more efficient and effective tool to streamline and expedite the State's efforts to generate sustainable economic growth and employment opportunities across the state.

HARRISBURG, PA - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is encouraging homeowners in danger of foreclosure to contact an approved counseling agency and submit their applications for the Emergency Homeowners’...

PATCHOGUE, NY - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Suffolk County homeowners and businesses still may be eligible for Individual Assistance (IA) aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for damage caused by Tropical Storm Irene, Congressman Tim Bishop announced today. FEMA has already approved Suffolk County for Public Assistance (PA) disaster aid, under which state and local governments can be reimbursed for costs incurred in responding to the storm.

PATCHOGUE, NY - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Tim Bishop applauded the decision by FEMA to expand eligibility for Individual Assistance (IA) grants to Suffolk County homeowners and businesses who suffered damage from Tropical Storm Irene. Bishop appealed directly to President Obama for Suffolk to receive IA due to the severe damage to private property in coastal areas.

September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) Somebody said it couldn't be done, But he with a chuckle replied That "maybe it couldn't," but he would be one Who wouldn't say so till he'd tried. So he buckled right in with the trace of a grin On his face. ...

September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- MSU Extension is offering a class, Are You Ready to Buy a Home? on September 8, 2011 from 6:30 – 8:30 at the Warren City Hall, 1 City Square, in Warren. It is free of cost and open to the public. For more infor...

September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- MSU Extension is offering a class, Are You Ready to Buy a Home? on September 8, 2011 from 6:30 – 8:30 at the Warren City Hall, 1 City Square, in Warren. It is free of cost and open to the public. For more information or to register, please call 586-469-7614.

BOISE, ID - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The deadline for submitting an application to the Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP) in Idaho is fast approaching. Unemployed homeowners who are at risk of foreclosure can submit applications...

September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Hillsborough County’s Office of Neighborhood Relations is offering FREE training to help homeowner association (HOA) board members become knowledgeable leaders and build strong communities.

September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Hillsborough County’s Office of Neighborhood Relations is offering FREE training to help homeowner association (HOA) board members become knowledgeable leaders and build strong communities.

LOS ANGELES, CA - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) applauds Gov. Jerry Brown for signing AB 771, a bill that prevents home buyers in a common interest development (CID), such as a condominium or townhome, from being charged excess document fees

Chicago, IL - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- As interest in the luxury real estate market continues to increase, Luxury Portfolio International™ is responding by showcasing their high end properties through international events and in venues around the world.

Washington, DC - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), as conservator for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises), today filed lawsuits against 17 financial institutions, certain of their officers and various unaffiliated lead underwriters. The suits allege violations of federal securities laws and common law in the sale of residential private-label mortgage-backed securities (PLS) to the Enterprises.

WASHINGTON, DC - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today announced that $25 million is available through HUD’s new Multifamily Energy Efficiency Pilot program. Once awarded, these grants will help develop new innovative approaches for multifamily residential properties to reduce their energy consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions, while saving money for the residents, property owners and taxpayers. Read the full text of the funding notice published today.

Las Vegas, NV - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Toni Braxon’s Las Vegas home recently sold as a foreclosure, according to Clark County Records. Toni Braxton, a six-time Grammy winner and her husband Keirston Lewis purchased their Las Vegas...

Atlanta, GA - September 5, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- GoFightForeclosure.com ( http://GoFightForeclosure.com ) “Go Fight Foreclosure System” announced today a groundbreaking application system for mobile devices designed to stop home foreclosure exposing mortgage fraud foreclosure prevention tips. The new App is available for download on Android as a complimentary resource tool to help homeowners fight foreclosures and win.

WASHINGTON, DC - September 2, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- In an effort to help families keep their homes and avoid mortgage scams, HUD today announced more than $10 million in housing counseling grants. This is unspent funding from the 2010 appropriation that was re-competed and awarded to HUD-approved counseling agencies.

ORLANDO, FL - September 2, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- For three recent Florida high school graduates, their freshmen year in college may be a little easier thanks to the $5,000 state scholarship awards each received from Florida Realtors®. The students’ winning essays were written on the topic “How Does a Realtor Professional Benefit the Community?”

WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 2, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- MBA's Annual Convention and Expo is the premier conference for professionals in all sectors of the mortgage banking industry. The convention addresses key industry-related strategic issues and provides in-depth analysis concerning leadership, growth strategies and trends. Garner insight from influential industry executives as they share their views on the current market, and their projections for the future of real estate finance.

Miami, FL - September 2, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) facilitated the sale disposition of two neighborhood shopping centers; Riviera Square in Riviera Beach and Sample Plaza in Pompano Beach, on behalf of Kimco Realty Corporation affiliates. Both properties were acquired on August 19, 2011 by MYA Properties LLC for an undisclosed price.

Representative Scott Peters (CA-50) made the following statement regarding the data from the Point-in-Time Count released by the San Diego Regional Task Force on Homelessness: “I’m encouraged by the decrease in the number of families and veterans who are unsheltered.

If you’d told me ten years ago that Auckland would become one of the busiest home renovation markets in the Southern Hemisphere, I might’ve raised an eyebrow. Fast forward to 2025, and I’m sitting in back-to-back meetings with homeowners looking to reimagine the spaces they’ve lived in for decades.

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