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Jones Lang LaSalle Report Shows Lower Manhattan Resurgence Sets Stage for Next Great Transformation
NEW YORK, NY - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Jones Lang LaSalle data demonstrates the groundwork has been laid for Lower Manhattan’s next great transformation 10 years past the September 11 tragedy. Having weathered a volatile economy and ongoing cycles of recovery, rebuilding and consolidation, Lower Manhattan is poised to capture demand not witnessed since the beginning of the previous century. According to Jones Lang LaSalle’s report, “Lower Manhattan 10 Years Later,” although the historic district remains the home of Wall Street, local government, professional services, media and technology firms will occupy a greater share of Lower Manhattan office space going forward.
HUD CHARGES IOWA LANDLORDS WITH DISCRIMINATING AGAINST CHILD WITH CEREBRAL PALSY AND HER MOTHER
WASHINGTON, DC - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced that it is charging John and Nancy Meany, owners of an apartment building in Traer, Iowa, with violating the Fair Housin...
HUD SECRETARY ANNOUNCES DISASTER ASSISTANCE FOR IOWA STORM VICTIMS
WASHINGTON, DC - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan today announced HUD will speed federal disaster assistance to the State of Iowa and provide support to homeowners and low-income renter...
HUD AWARDS FIRST-EVER CHOICE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPLEMENTATION GRANTS
WASHINGTON, DC - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan today announced five cities will receive a combined $122 million to redevelop distressed housing and bring comprehensive neighborhood revitalization to blighted areas.
20 and 30 Enterprise at Summit Office Campus Reaches 94% Occupancy With Six Recent...
ALISO VIEJO, CA - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Summit’s 20 and 30 Enterprise are now at 94 percent occupied according to the development and management team of Parker Properties, and its partner, RREEF Alternative Investments. Over the last six months, there have been six leases signed totaling 140,596 square feet with Marvell Semiconductor, Inc., UST Global, Inc., AVANIR Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Telogis, Inc., Johnny Rockets Group, Inc., and Benefits Resource, LLC.
“Good News In Luxury Travel Segment”
Phoenix, AZ - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Despite the current economic malaise in the job sector of the US economy, recent travel news indicates a concurrent reality of optimism
Valerie Rodriquez of Keystone Pacific Property Management Earns CCAM Designation
Torrance, CA - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Valerie Rodriquez of Keystone Pacific Property Management, a California-based community association management company, has earned the Certified Community Association Manager (CCAM®) designation through the California Association of Community Managers.
Colliers International Completes a 5,612-Square-Feet Office Building Sale Totaling $3 Million in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Colliers International, the second largest global real estate services organization, has completed the sale of an office building located at 1536 N. Highland Ave Los Angeles, Calif. The transaction is valued at $3,000,000.
Renters Warehouse Ranks No. 132 On The 2011 Inc. 500 With Three-Year Sales Growth...
Golden Valley, MN - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- From #983 in 2010 Inc. 5000 to # 132 in Inc. 500 in ranking for America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies, Renters Warehouse and CEO Brenton Hayden continue to grow at a remarkable rate. F...
C.W. Driver Enters its First SBA Mentor-Protégé Agreement
Ontario, CA - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- As part of its initiative to support small businesses, premier builder C.W. Driver has entered into an SBA (Small Business Administration) mentor-protégé agreement with Hubzone, an Inland Empire-based contractor. It is the first such partnership for C.W. Driver, which will use the union to pursue projects in the federal/military sector while supporting Hubzone in areas such as marketing and management.
OHFA Board Announces New Member, Approves $15.5 Million in Multifamily Bonds for the Rehabilitation...
COLUMBUS, OH - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) Board today authorized the issuance of up to $15.5 million in Multifamily Bonds. Multifamily Housing Bonds are tax-exempt revenue bonds designed to lower the...
Attorney General DeWine Announces Foreclosure Rescue Actions
CINCINNATI, OH - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- American Equity Group A federal grand jury has indicted four people who ran a Cincinnati real estate business known as American Equity Group (AEG) with fraudulently obtaining more than $13 millio...
CONGRESSMAN RUBÉN HINOJOSA TO ATTEND GRAND OPENING OF THE CITY OF MERCEDES HOUSING AUTHORITY
August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Rubén Hinojosa will be on hand at the grand opening of the new Mercedes Housing Authority building on Thursday, August 18, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. at 306 West 5th Street in Mercedes.
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces Free Webinar For Business Entrepreneurs
West Hartford, CT - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, in association with Chris Bowser, is announcing a new webinar for business entrepreneurs. This webinar will take place online on September 8, 2001 from 8:00 to 9:00 pm EST.
RW Zukin Acquired by Multifamily Veterans Bob Talbott & Scott Mencaccy
MENLO PARK, CA - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- RW Zukin Corporation is pleased to announce that multifamily industry veterans Robert C. Talbott and Scott F. Mencaccy have acquired the 46-year-old Bay Area real estate services firm. RW Zukin specializes in property management, asset management and investment management, primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey County and Sacramento area, and currently manages nearly 2,000 units with a combined value in excess of $400 million. Prior to his partnership with Thompson | Dorfman Partners, LLC, Talbott was the former senior vice president of operations and property management for Essex Property Trust. Mencaccy was the former president of Pinnacle Realty Management Company's west region
State Regulators Release Mortgage Licensing Data Collected by NMLS; Reveals Mortgage Industry Remains Small...
Washington, D.C. - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) has released its first and second quarter data for state-licensed mortgage companies, branches, and individuals in the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS)—a mortgage licensing system owned and operated by state regulators.
Free Entrepreneur and Business Webinar
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2011 MetLife Foundation Excellence in Affordable Housing Award Winners Announced
COLUMBIA, MD - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Enterprise Community Partners, Inc. (Enterprise) and MetLife Foundation today announced the winners of the 2011 MetLife Foundation Awards for Excellence in Affordable Housing, which laud best practices in green, service-enriched housing for low-income seniors. The four winners will each receive $50,000 in unrestricted grant funds to expand their exemplary work in affordable senior housing and will be recognized at various events around the country culminating with a final event at the LeadingAge conference in Washington, D.C. this fall.
Alabama Court Affirms Enforceability of MERS Mortgage
Reston, VA - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- In Freddie Mac v. Brooks, the U.S. District Court for Alabama’s Eastern Division dismissed with prejudice the borrowers’ counterclaim against Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS...
Mortgage Applications Decrease in Latest MBA Weekly Survey
WASHINGTON, D.C. - August 31, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mortgage applications decreased 9.6 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending August 26, 2011.
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Heinrich Joins Grand Opening of New Saranam ADC Family Housing Development in Albuquerque
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, joined the grand opening of Saranam’s new ADC Family Campus, which includes 23 housing units that Heinrich helped fund in the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) appropriations bill to support New Mexico families experiencing homelessness.
FTC and Illinois Take Action to Stop Deceptive Conduct by Company that Created Thousands...
The U.S. Department of Justice, on behalf of the Federal Trade Commission, and the state of Illinois sued Chicago-based company Premium Home Service (PHS) and its owner for
What to Expect When Working with Real Estate Agents in Japan
Japan’s property market is one of the most unique in the world—and navigating it without local guidance can feel like reading a map written in a language you’ve never studied. Whether you’re a
Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart Delivers $2M in Funding for Feasibility Analysis for Proposed Interchange at...
Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee and Dean of the Florida Congressional
HACLA’s Section 8 Program Earns HUD’s Highest Performance Rating
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) has earned the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) highest performance rating for its administration of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program--- one of the largest rental assistance programs in the nation.
HUD Declares Little Rock Housing Authority in Substantial Default, Initiates Possession
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today declared the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, operating as the Metropolitan Housing Alliance (MHA), in
2026 Vision: The Impact of Key Property Developers in Abu Dhabi on the Success...
The Abu Dhabi real estate market has entered 2026 with a sophisticated “institutional rhythm,” characterized by high-value, lifestyle-centric developments and managed supply. As the emirate continues to diversify its economy and enhance its global standing, the influence of leading property developers in Abu Dhabi has never been more critical.
Why Homeowners Should Replace Vinyl Windows for Better Comfort and Energy Efficiency
Windows play a part in the home’s comfort, appearance and energy efficiency. As time goes by, even the best-quality windows may begin to see a drop in performance, experience damage or go out of style. Many home owners at some point choose to put in new vinyl windows for the purposes of better insulation, lower energy costs, and increased property value.
Multifamily Developer Confidence Holds Steady in First Quarter
The Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released today by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) produced mixed results for the first quarter of 2026. The MMS produces two
Simplify predictable lead gen with AI loan officer CRM software automation and done-for-you mortgage...
AI-powered CRM systems automate repetitive tasks, enhance lead nurturing, and provide actionable insights to improve efficiency
Hoeven Secures Commitments to Provide $1.8 Million For CVIC, Passed Legislation to Enable Improvements...
Senator Discusses Efforts to Address Delayed DOJ Funding for Victim Services, Free Up Capital for Grand Forks Affordable Housing Project. Senator John Hoeven today held a roundtable with leaders from the Community Violence Intervention Center (CVIC) and the Grand Forks Housing Authority
Home Prices Increased in 71% of Metro Areas in First Quarter of 2026
Home prices rose in 71% of metro markets (167 out of 235) during the first quarter of 2026, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ latest quarterly report. This is down
Construction Employment Rises By 9,000 In April As Nonresidential Hiring Offsets Residential Declines And...
Industry Employment Continues to Outpace Overall Job Growth Amid Strong Demand for Data Centers and Other Nonresidential
Rep. Aguilar Requests Nearly $50 Million in Funding for 20 Community Projects in the...
Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA-33) announced 20 Community Project Funding requests for the Inland Empire totaling $49,739,093 that were submitted to the House Committee on Appropriations, on which Rep. Aguilar serves. If approved, this funding would directly fund local efforts to create job training and research programs, strengthen water and flood infrastructure, improve public safety, reduce crime
US Department of Labor highlights safe construction practices during 2026 National Safety Stand-Down to...
The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration is encouraging construction employers and workers nationwide to participate in the 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, taking place May 4-8, 2026.
FEMA is Actively Coordinating with Federal, State, Local and Private-Sector Partners to Ensure Safety...
Thanks to the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and strong coordination and engagement with federal, state, local, tribal,
Durbin, Warren, Merkley Send Letter To Federal Housing Finance Agency Criticizing Fannie Mae’s Decision...
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, along with Elizabeth
MBA Statement on HUD Updates to FHA MAP Guide Requirements
MBA's President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, released the following statement on the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) updates to a selection of requirements in its
3 Reasons to Contact Skilled Builders If You Want to Add Long-Term Value to...
The housing market being the unpredictable beast that it is, moving house often feels like a massive gamble, not to mention the sheer exhaustion of packing up your entire life. You want more space or a fresher look, but the thought of stamp duty and estate agent fees is enough to make you want to hide under the duvet.
Rep. Ritchie Torres, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, NYC Housing Preservation and Development, and The New...
Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15), alongside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, NYC Housing Preservation and Development Commissioner Dina Levy, New York Public Library President and CEO Anthony W. Marx, and local tenants at 355 East 165th Street in the South Bronx, announced $2,000,000 in federal Community Project Funding secured by Rep. Torres to expand broadband connectivity for low-income Bronx residents and help close the digital divide.
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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





































