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$1.1 Million Available to Help Kansas Families Secure Safe, Affordable Housing
Topeka, KS - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Ten non-profits and public housing authorities statewide will receive approximately $1.1 million in Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) to help Kansas families obtain safe, affordable housing of th...
Jones Lang LaSalle Completes Interior Build-Out for Xinhua News Agency at 1540 Broadway in...
Firm served as project manager for the Chinese news agency’s new North American headquarters facility
NEW YORK, , NY - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Jones Lang LaSalle has completed the interior build-out for Xinhua News Agency’s new North American headquarters on the top floor of 1540 Broadway. The Chinese news agency leased 18,500 square feet on the 44th floor of the 1.1 million-square-foot, Class A office building in mid-2010.
NYU’s Furman Center Launches Comprehensive Database of NYC Subsidized Rental Housing: Subsidized Housing Information...
New York, NY - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- NYU's Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy and its Institute for Affordable Housing Policy launched the Subsidized Housing Information Project (SHIP), an interactive database with extensive information on nearly 235,000 units of privately-owned subsidized rental housing in New York City. The database consolidates information from 50 separate public and private data sources into one searchable website, now available at: www.furmancenter.org/data/search.
Residential Building Permits Continue Holding Pattern
September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Single family building permit activity posted its third consecutive month of improvement over 2010, but July edged downward compared to June, according to the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City. ...
HUD CHARGES WISCONSIN LANDLORD FOR INSISTING ON A MAN IN THE HOUSE
WASHINGTON, DC - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is charging a La Crosse County, Wisconsin landlord with violating the Fair Housing Act for refusing to rent a house to a single mother...
Mortgage Help Center Opens in Sacramento
WASHINGTON, DC - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Fannie Mae today announced the opening of the Sacramento Mortgage Help Center to provide free education and counseling services to struggling Northern California homeowners. The Sacramento Center is the tenth Mortgage Help Center to open across the country, and is part of Fannie Mae's ongoing effort to ensure that homeowners facing foreclosure understand their options, have access to assistance and receive timely resolutions. The Center was developed in partnership with NeighborWorks HomeOwnership Center Sacramento Region, local community and elected officials, and area mortgage servicers.
HARLEM’S BEACON TOWERS IS NOW 93% SOLD
NEW YORK, NY - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Halstead Property Development Marketing today announced that 93% of units have been sold at Beacon Towers, a Central Harlem cooperative development.
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. Announces September 2011 Meeting Of Apartment Owners And Mastermind...
West Hartford, CT - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, in association with the Apartment Owners Association Of Connecticut, or AOACT, is announcing the September 2011 meeting of the AOACT. This event will take place on September 12 from 5:45pm to 9:00pm at the Crowe Plaza Hotel, located at 100 Berlin Road in Cromwell, CT. Attendees will receive a copy of Connecticut's best apartment lease and complimentary refreshments.
HUD AWARDS $13.3 MILLION TO BRING JOBS, REVITALIZE ‘BROWNFIELDS’ IN SIX CITIES
WASHINGTON, DC - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- In six cities across the country, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is awarding $13.3 million to stimulate job growth and revitalize unproductive industrial areas known as ‘brownfields.’ The grants announced today, combined with an addition $35 million in federal loan guarantees, will generate total public and private investment in these areas to more than $166 million.
Dallas/Forth Worth Broker Russell Berry takes customer service to new level with custom IDX...
EUGENE, OR - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, Texas real estate broker Russell Berry and IDX, Inc. announce the unveiling of the comprehensive real estate website Berry has synced with an IDX solution. The IDX Broker software he has integ...
Ryan Corvino uses IDX Broker and WordPress blog to keeps buyers informed in Boston...
EUGENE, OR - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. and Ryan Corvino have united to present Boston, Massachusetts home seekers with a unique online real estate solution. Corvino has enabled IDX Broker software on his professional website and created an innovative property search resource that gives his clients access to thousands of Massachusetts MLS (MLSPIN) listings. IDX Broker now extracts raw listing data from MLSPIN and seamlessly displays it onto the search page Covino hosts, simplifying the online real estate search process for agents, brokers and home seekers alike.
ENCELIUM TECHNOLOGIES EXPANDS PRODUCT OFFERING WITH NEW LINE OF OCCUPANCY SENSORS
TEANECK, N.J. - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Encelium Technologies, a leading technology development company specializing in integrated lighting control systems for commercial buildings, has introduced its new family of low-voltage occupancy sensors. This product line includes a full range of passive infrared (PIR) and dual technology (Ultrasonic/PIR) low-voltage sensors available in both wall mount and ceiling mount configurations.
Sam LeBord keeps Seattle real estate clients informed with iPhone-enabled IDX Broker software
EUGENE, OR - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. and Sam LeBord have joined forces to present Seattle home seekers with a unique and informative online real estate search page and website. LeBord has adopted IDX Broker software and in the...
Sergei Goukasov stays connected to his home-seeking clients with iPhone-enabled IDX solution
EUGENE, OR - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. welcomes Sergei Goukasav of Coldwell Banker, Ed Schlitt Realtors to the ever-expanding network of agents and brokers who have chosen to revolutionize their online real estate resource with an IDX solution. Goukasav now hosts a dynamic search page which displays thousands of Hutchinson Island area homes, thanks to his membership with the Palm Beach Regional (RMLSFL). IDX Broker software makes the integration simple for Goukasav, and his clients benefit from the amazingly versatile search interface right on his real estate website.
Mortgage Applications Decrease in Latest MBA Weekly Survey
WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mortgage applications decreased 4.9 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending September 2, 2011.
CT REIA Announces September 2011 Workshop For New Real Estate Investors In Connecticut
West Hartford, CT - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, is announcing the start of its 3-evening new investor workshop. This program will begin on Wednesday September 14, 2011. Additional dates for the program are Wednesday September 21 and Thursday September 29. This workshop will take place from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, located at 100 Berlin Road in Cromwell, CT.
RE/MAX Premier Properties Realtor Sandra Mathewson syncs IDX Broker to her dynamic website
EUGENE, OR - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Sandra Mathewson and IDX, Inc. announce the teaming of the unique, thorough and comprehensive RE/MAX Premier Properties website Mathewson has synced with an IDX solution. The IDX Broker software she ...
Multifamily Housing Production Index Shows Ongoing Market Improvement
WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 8, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The multifamily housing market continued to show improvement in the second quarter of 2011, as the Multifamily Production Index (MPI) compiled by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) increased for the fourth consecutive quarter.The MPI rose from 41.7 in the first quarter of the year to 44.4 in the second quarter. It is the highest quarterly reading since 2006, and continues the trend of generally improving conditions in the market for new multifamily housing that has emerged since the MPI dropped to a record low of 16.0 in the third quarter of 2008.
Jones Lang LaSalle Represents Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America in Preserving...
NEW YORK, NY - September 7, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Jones Lang LaSalle represented the Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America, in an agreement with The Trust for Public Land to permanently protect the William H. Pouch Scout Camp on Staten Island. The GNYC entered into an agreement with TPL that will result in the preservation of 94 acres from development through a two-phase plan that includes the purchase of a large portion of the site.
ROSE ASSOCIATES, INC. HIRES LISA BULLOCH-JONES
New York, NY - September 7, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Rose Associates, Inc., the New York-based full-service real estate firm, has hired Lisa Bulloch-Jones as director of corporate marketing. In this position, she will oversee all marketing initiatives for the company, including communications, branding, corporate advertising and public relations.
U.S. National
State Insurance Regulators Meet with FEMA Review Council at White House
With authorization for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) expiring later that same day, members of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) met with members of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council at the White House. During the meeting, NAIC members reiterated several longstanding priorities for state insurance regulators.
Remodeling Market Sentiment Improves in Third Quarter
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the third quarter, posting a reading of 60, up one point compared to the previous quarter. With the reading of 60, the RMI remains
How Regular Electrical Maintenance Can Prevent Costly Repairs
Electrical issues are among the most common and costly problems homeowners face, yet they’re often overlooked until they become serious. Investing in routine maintenance isn’t just about convenience or comfort—it’s a proactive measure that safeguards both your property and your family.
Peters Helps Lead Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Safety and Security of U.S. Pipeline Infrastructure
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) helped introduce bipartisan legislation to improve the safety and security of pipeline infrastructure in Michigan and throughout the United States. The legislation would reauthorize and significantly increase funding for the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) safety programs for five years.
Mortgage Credit Availability Increased in September
Mortgage credit availability increased in September according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE
Aiken Association of REALTORS® Tabatha Amodio awarded SC REALTORS® James R. Peters AE Award...
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) has awarded Tabatha Amodio, Association Executive of the Aiken Association of REALTORS®, with its James R. Peters Association Executive Award of Excellence. The award was presented at the association's legal conference, REALTOR® MANIA, at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September.
Urban Land Institute Foundation Achieves $100 Million Goal of “Our Cities, Our Future” Capital...
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) and research partner RCLCO, released the ULI Terwilliger Center for Housing’s 2025 Home Attainability Index, a data-rich tool measuring affordability,
National Association of REALTORS® Honors 2025 Good Neighbor Awards Finalists
The National Association of REALTORS® announced the 10 finalists for its 2025 Good Neighbor Awards today. These awards honor NAR members who make extraordinary differences in their
Rock Hill Realtor® John Rinehart receives SC REALTORS® Distinguished Service Award
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) has awarded its Distinguished Service Award to Realtor® John Rinehart, Broker/Owner of Rinehart Realty. The award was given during the association's legal conference, REALTOR® MANIA, at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September.
Rep. Kelly on frozen funds for Red Line Extension project
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) strongly condemned the withholding of federal funds for Chicago infrastructure projects, which includes $1.9 billion she secured for the Red Line Extension project to build the first CTA stop in the Second District.
Energy Department Announces Termination of 223 Projects, Saving Over $7.5 Billion
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the termination of 321 financial awards supporting 223 projects, resulting in a savings of approximately $7.56 billion dollars for
Why Anti-Vandal Cabins Are a Cost-Effective Security Upgrade for Construction Sites
Construction and industrial sites are high-pressure environments. Deadlines are tight, budgets are stretched, and there is the ever-present risk of theft and vandalism disrupting progress. Security on sites cannot be treated as an afterthought. It needs to be built into the way projects are managed from the outset.
Maine Listings Unveils New Brand Identity and Strategy to Reinforce Real Estate Data Leadership
Maine Listings, a leader in real estate data and technology services across New England and one of the nation’s oldest
Padilla, Schiff Slam Unlawful Elimination of Federal Funding for ARCHES Hydrogen Hub as Part...
U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) blasted the Department of Energy’s (DOE) cancellation of all $1.2 billion
EPA Finalizes Groundwater Cleanup Plan for Fulton Avenue Superfund Site on Long Island, N.Y.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized its cleanup plan to address contaminated groundwater at the Fulton
EPA and HUD Protect Newark Housing Authority Residents from Lead Paint
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) have reached concurrent settlements with the Newark Housing
After Securing $13 Million TIGER Grant, Díaz-Balart Celebrates Groundbreaking for Immokalee Infrastructure Improvements
Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, joined the Collier County
New Main Library in downtown Wilmington set to open on October 6
Following a 2 p.m. ceremony on Monday, October 6, the new Main Library at 230 Grace Street, Suite A, in downtown Wilmington will officially open to the public. Community members are welcome to join the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, county staff, and the Grace District development team for the ribbon-cutting to celebrate the moment.
FEMA Supporting Southeastern States Ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine
As South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency ahead of potential impacts from Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine, FEMA, at the direction of President Trump and in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security, is postured
Schumer, Jeffries Statement On Trump Targeting Popular NY-Area Mass Transit Mega Projects Vital To...
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) released the following
U.S. States
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