Phoenix, AZ - April 19, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- After the worst downturn in decades, a U.S. real estate recovery could happen more quickly than most economists predict, RE/MAX Chairman and Co-Founder Dave Liniger told over 300 attendees in a video at the recent 2011 RE/MAX Excalibur Sales Rally held in Phoenix, Ariz. His message was simple, real estate investors will play a key role in this recovery.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 19, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Nationwide housing starts rose 7.2 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 549,000 units in March from an upwardly revised number in the previous month, the U.S. Commerce Department reported today. Coming on the heels of disappointing declines in February, this gain was represented in both the single- and multifamily sectors, and was mirrored by substantial improvements in building permit issuance for the same period."While the overall rate of new-home production remains quite low and is still being weighed down by significant uncertainties among both home builders and buyers, this latest report is encouraging," said Bob Nielsen, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder from Reno, Nev. "It means that some builders are cautiously beginning to re-stock their extremely thin inventories of new homes in anticipation of gradual improvement in consumer demand as the economy slowly inches toward recovery."

April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- There are certainly lots more ways to increase the value of your home by making additions or repairing without disturbing the existing house layout. Indeed this process involves more risks, investment and time it will add value and fresh look. Though property owners don’t aware of getting permission from the local government authorities but this should be one of the crucial steps to start work in construction field

April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Earlier today in federal court in Minneapolis, a 49-year-old Champlin woman pleaded guilty to her role in a mortgage fraud scheme involving at least 200 properties—principally in north Minneapolis—and mortgage proceeds of approximately $35 million. Gayle Deann Claus pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud. Claus, who was indicted on June 15, 2010, along with two co-defendants, entered her plea before United States District Court Judge David S. Doty.

Sioux City, IA - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Sioux City Human Rights Commission will host a Landlord and Property Manager Workshop on Thursday, May 5, 2011 in the third floor conference room at the Long Lines Family recreation Center, 40...

Sioux City, IA - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Sioux City Human Rights Commission in partnership with the Siouxland Human Investment Partnership (SHIP) and Midtown Family Community Center will host an educational event “Fair Housing in Siouxland” on Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at the Midtown Community Center, 525 14th Street, between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Torrance, CA - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Lee & Associates, one of the largest commercial real estate firms in the country, has named Thomas “Tommy” C. Hiles, SIOR as the newest principal of the Atlanta office.

WASHINGTON, DC - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is launching a new campaign in Miami, Chicago, and Los Angeles called Know It. Avoid It. Report It. This campaign has two objectives. First, it aims to direct homeowners facing foreclosure to trusted resources and housing counselors.

Washington, DC - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Realtors® now have access to an errors and omissions insurance program from the National Association of Realtors®’ newest REALTOR Benefits® Partner, Victor O. Schinnerer & Company, Inc.

Washington, DC - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Association of Realtors® welcomed middle school students from across the country this week to participate in the annual School of Future Design Competition. The competition encourages students to work in teams to plan and design a school that will improve the learning environment and the facility’s energy efficiency, be sensitive to the environment, and is integral to the surrounding community. This year’s winners were announced last night during an event held at NAR’s D.C. offices.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes slipped back one notch to 16 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) for April, released today. The index has now held at 16 for five of the last six months.

Atlanta, GA - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Georgia Realtor® and entrepreneur say the drama in today's housing market calls for a HUGE dose of positive stimulation. In a just-released book titled The Influencers™, the author says the time is ripe for real estate professionals to sharpen their influence by cultivating relational transactions before business transactions

Los Angeles, CA - April 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Paramount Disaster Recovery Company invented by Mr.Steve Slepcevic is most important national disaster response, revitalization and revival Company in the USA. Paramount Disaster has become a major head in national adversity crisis response and in creation under the brilliant guidance of Mr. Steve Slepcevic.

Washington, DC - April 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, Rep. Walz introduced legislation to protect servicemembers from abusive, illegal mortgage practices

NEW YORK, NY - April 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Sheldon Good & Company, a Racebrook Portfolio Company and America’s leading real estate auctioneer, has been hired by The IDI Group Companies, one of the region’s premiere developers, to conduct a closeout auction of the 30 remaining luxury condominiums in Riverview, a 242-unit residential building located in Leisure World® of Virginia, a 91-acre active adult community in Lansdowne, VA on Sunday, May 22nd. Ten of these one, two, and three-bedroom residences will be sold subject to low minimum bids from just $95,000

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following statement was issued by the Center for Responsible Lending, the Community Mortgage Banking Project, the Mortgage Bankers Association, the Mortgage Insurance Companies of America, the National Association of Home Builders and the National Association of Realtors in advance of the April 14th House Subcommittee on Capital Markets and Government Sponsored Enterprises hearing on the Qualified Residential Mortgage:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Henry V. Cunningham Jr., CMB, Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) board member and chairman of the MBA Residential Board of Governors, testified today on behalf of MBA before the House Financial Services Committee Subcommittee on Capital Markets and Government Sponsored Enterprises at a hearing on, "Understanding the Implications and Consequences of the Proposed Rule on Risk Retention," providing the perspectives of both the commercial and residential real estate finance markets.

COLUMBIA, S.C. - April 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its March 2011 Market Reports. On the housing supply front, the largest gain occurred in the $100,000 and Below rage, with an increase of 8.8 percent to 12,420 units; while Pending Sales in the state were down 7.4 percent from the same period one year prior.

Silicon Valley, CA - April 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Intero Foundation (www.interofoundation.org), a non-profit organization, founded by Intero Real Estate Services founders in 2002 to benefit children in need, announced that it has donated over $170,000 to 22 charities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area in 2010 as part of its mission to positively impact the growth and well being of children in our communities. The Intero Foundation is funded, promoted and governed by Intero agents – each of whom are vested in the health of the communities in which they work and live. An executive committee, led by Intero President and CEO Gino Blefari, provides strategic guidance. All members of the Intero community – executives, staff and agents – donate their time to further the Foundation?s mission.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- An administrator working for the Federal Trade Commission has mailed 1,410 refund checks to consumers allegedly defrauded by Home Assure LLC, a so-called mortgage foreclosure rescue service. The FTC alleged that the company charged consumers an up-front fee and falsely claimed its special relationships with lenders would enable it to get favorable loan modifications or stop foreclosure

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.

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.

Owning a home is one of the biggest financial achievements you can reach. But with that achievement often comes a stack of financial responsibilities — mortgage payments, property taxes, maintenance costs, and sometimes, a growing pile of debt. If you're a homeowner feeling the weight of multiple debts, you're not alone.

Most homeowners assume their property is worth what they paid for it, or whatever number they've seen on a real estate app. But when it's time to sell, refinance, or buy, the actual valuation process can tell a very different story. Understanding how that number gets determined puts you ahead of most people sitting at the closing table.

The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) today condemned the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). This is the latest escalation in a coordinated campaign to dismantle civil rights protections and silence the organizations that stand in the way of hate and discrimination.

Purchasing or selling any home in Sydney can be exciting, and sometimes the legality of it can be a real test. Prices fluctuate rapidly, there is heavy competition, and a single overlooked detail may cost a serious time or money. This is why it is important to grasp conveyancing issues prior to entering into any contract or paying any kind of deposit.

In Brentwood, many first-time buyers close on a home without paperwork that clearly states the roof’s age, last repair date, or warranty status. From the ground, a roof can look fine while shingles lose granules, flashing loosens at chimneys, and gutters start holding debris.

NorthstarMLS today announced a strategic partnership with industry-owned technology alliance Broker Public Portal (BPP) to power a next-generation MLS consumer search platform designed to deliver a more transparent, accurate, and broker-connected home search experience.

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