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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley

Pressley, Community Partners Celebrate $425K Delivered for Childcare at Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center

National
With Trump Admin. Attacking Head Start and Gutting Essential Resources, Federal Funding Secured by Pressley Will Support
FEMA

Nearly $48 Million Approved to Support Disaster Recovery

National
FEMA announced nearly $48 million in additional funding for 46 North Carolina Tropical Storm Helene and other disaster recovery projects. This includes 31 newly approved projects, as well as 18
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin

Durbin, Cleaver Introduce The Spur Housing Act To Increase Housing Supply And Economic Development

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U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO-05), Ranking Member
NAHB

Housing Starts Remain Soft Ahead of Fed Meeting

National
Challenging affordability conditions continue to act as headwinds for the housing sector, but the industry could see lower interest rates in the near future with the Federal Reserve expected to cut
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RealReports and Restb.ai introduce industry-first AI property intelligence to MLSs

National
RealReports, the premier AI-driven property intelligence platform, and Restb.ai, the real estate industry’s leader in AI and computer vision, today announced a strategic partnership that brings

House Republicans Pass Series of Dirty Energy Bills

National
This week, Republicans in the House of Representatives passed three energy bills that will drastically increase pollution, harm public health, and lead to higher energy prices. The bills – H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015, and H.R. 3062 – would clear the way for more dirty fossil fuel infrastructure and development and stymy investment in clean, affordable energy.
Congressman Emanuel Cleaver

Rep. Cleaver, Senator Durbin Introduce the SPUR Housing Act to Increase Housing Supply and...

National
U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin

Chairman Hill Applauds Extension of Critical Defense Law and Housing Program

National
House Committee on Financial Services Chairman French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed a short-term continuing resolution, which included the extension of the Defense Production Act (DPA) and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
NAR

REALTORS® Embrace AI, Digital Tools to Enhance Client Service, NAR Survey Finds

National
Agents who are REALTORS® are leaning into artificial intelligence while continuing to rely on digital tools such as eSignature, social media, and drone photography to serve their clients, according to
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How Much Does Piano Movers Cost? A Complete Guide for 2025

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If you’ve ever tried moving a piano, you know it’s no simple task. Whether it’s a small upright piano or a grand piano that dominates your living room, these instruments are not only heavy
Transform Real Estate Development in the USA

How ScanM2 Uses 3D Point Cloud Scanning to Transform Real Estate Development in the...

National
The U.S. real estate industry is in constant motion. From residential communities to commercial complexes, developers and investors face tight deadlines, rising costs, and increasing

REPS. BISHOP & KIGGANS INTRODUCE BILL TO IMPROVE MILITARY FAMILY HOUSING

National
Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) joined Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) to introduce the Military Housing Performance Insight Act. This bipartisan bill would help make Congressional reports publicly available regarding the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, a series of reforms and authorities granted to the Defense Department to privatize military family housing located on military installations.
ARRP

Age-Friendly Cities on the Rise: AARP Network Reaches 1,000 Communities as Local Policy Shifts...

National
AARP today announced there are now 1,000 communities in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, a
EPA

EPA marks one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene with visit to Lake Lure, North Carolina,...

National
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials marked the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene with a tour of Lake Lure, a mountain town struck with more than 22 inches of rainfall

Rep. Mullin Announces Amendments Offered for National Defense Authorization Act

National
Congressman Kevin Mullin (CA-15) announced several amendments he offered for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 that aim to promote a range of initiatives related to voting rights and elections, climate, energy, affordability, and housing.
American Land Title Association

American Land Title Association Announces New Innovations to Raise the Bar on Fraud Protection

National
The American Land Title Association (ALTA) announced two new policy endorsements designed to help protect homeowners from
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Florida Realtors Launches Sabal Sign Nationwide for Form Simplicity Ultimate Edition

National
Form Simplicity, one of the real estate industry’s most trusted and widely used transaction management solutions created and owned by the Florida Realtors, today announced the nationwide
Senator Bill Cassidy

Cassidy Announces $11.8 Million for Louisiana Airport Improvements from His Infrastructure Law

National
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced Louisiana will receive $11,762,702.00 in federal funding from the U.S.
Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Heinrich Statement on Defiance of Bipartisan Cooperation, Departure of Decades of Precedent on ENR...

National
In his opening statement during a business meeting on the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee to consider
MBA

August New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 1.0 Percent

National
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for August 2025 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 1.0 percent compared from a

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EIA

EIA expects U.S. household heating costs will vary based on retail prices of different...

National
In its 2025 Winter Fuels Outlook, EIA forecasts U.S. households heated by natural gas will pay about the same to heat their homes as they did last winter. On average, EIA expects households heated by electricity to pay more to heat their homes
Sovereign AI and the Future of MLS Governance

WAV Group and Fluente Release Whitepaper on Sovereign AI and the Future of MLS...

National
WAV Group, a leading real estate consulting firm, has partnered with Fluente, their wholly owned AI Strategy and Development firm, to release a new whitepaper titled "Sovereign AI and the
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Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS joins Hive MLS expanding its reach into the Smoky...

National
– Hive MLS, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Multiple Listing Services (MLS), today announced that the Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS (MLBOR) has joined its wholesale cooperative.

Young, Gallego Discuss Bill to Help First-Time Homebuyers on Fox News

National
Last night, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) joined Special Report on Fox News to discuss their bill to help more Americans buy their first home.
Natural Resources

Ranking Member Heinrich, Vice Chair Murray, 35 Senators Demand Trump Administration Restore $8 Billion...

National
Senators to Trump Administration officials: “Satisfying the President’s desire for political revenge and intimidation is not a
NAHB

Amid Market Challenges, Builder Expectations Rise in October

National
Even as builders continue to grapple with market and macroeconomic uncertainty, sentiment levels posted a solid gain in October as future sales expectations surpassed the 50-point breakeven mark for the first time since last January.
Why Phoenix Remains a Hot Spot for Homebuyers Despite Rising Costs

Why Phoenix Remains a Hot Spot for Homebuyers Despite Rising Costs

National
Phoenix has been one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the United States for years. People from across the country — especially from pricier coastal states — have flocked to Arizona’s
FHFA

U.S. Federal Housing Requests Input on New Strategic Plan

National
Consistent with its statutory requirements and President Trump’s executive orders, U.S. Federal Housing is asking the public for feedback on its proposed Strategic Plan for FY 2026–2030.
Congressman Mike Quigley

Quigley, Durbin, Duckworth, Kelly, Davis Demand Answers about Frozen Federal Funding for Chicago’s Red...

National
U.S. Representative and Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee Member Mike Quigley
MBA

September New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 2.0 Percent

National
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for September 2025 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 2.0 percent
ULI

Carol Coletta Named Winner of 2025 ULI Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development

National
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) has selected Carol Coletta as the recipient of the 2025 ULI Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development, the most prestigious and respected honor in the
EPA

EPA Provides Path Forward for Smitty’s Supply Fire Cleanup: Smitty’s to Clean up Facility,...

National
After leading cleanup efforts for almost two months, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is entering into a consent order with Smitty’s Supply, Inc. to assume responsibility for the
Senator Bill Cassidy

Cassidy Supports National Defense Package, Secures Louisiana Investments

National
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “The Schumer Shutdown

Realtor® Jolene Selwa wins South Carolina REALTORS® highest community service award

National
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) has awarded Myrtle Beach Realtor® Jolene Selwa with its coveted C. Dan Joyner Good Neighbor Award. The honor was presented during the association's legal conference, REALTOR® MANIA, at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September.

How Dumpsters Protect Lawns and Landscaping During Renovations

National
Home renovations can transform your property, but they often come with a messy side effect—construction debris, heavy materials, and equipment that can damage your lawn and landscaping. From torn-up grass to compacted soil and crushed flower beds, the aftermath of a renovation can leave your outdoor spaces looking worse for wear.
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Restb.ai is filling the “data gap” for better AI-powered home search

National
A major step forward in AI-powered home search is underway, as Restb.ai’s newest industry-leading computer vision technology is enabling MLSs like Doorify MLS to automatically populate over 450 RESO-standardized data points for every property – instantly.
Congressman John Larson

Larson Demands Trump Officials Reinstate Canceled Projects to Lower Energy Costs

National
Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) demanded U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright immediately reinstate funding for clean energy projects canceled by the Trump White House as political
NHC

National Housing Conference offers guidance to workers impacted by government shutdown on housing payments

National
David M. Dworkin, President and CEO of the National Housing Conference (NHC), today issued the following statement
Habitat

Habitat for Humanity applauds Senate passage of ROAD to Housing Act

National
A decade of fast-rising home prices is pushing homeownership out of reach for millions of low- and moderate-income households, but the solution isn’t as simple as building more homes. Habitat
NAR

NAR Applauds Senate Passage of the ROAD to Housing Act

National
The National Association of REALTORS® Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer Shannon McGahn issued the following statement after the United States Senate passed the Renewing

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FEMA

President Donald J. Trump Approves Emergency Disaster Declaration for Texas

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

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Numbers Fire

California
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.
Start An LLC In Texas

How Much Does It Cost To Start An LLC In Texas?

National
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
Registered Agent In Texas

5 Benefits Of Using A Registered Agent In Texas

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

New York
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.
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Brand-New Single-Tenant Starbucks Drive-Thru Trades in Fresno, Calif. for $1,345 PSF

California
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
FEMA

Rosenberg family home for the holidays – and prepared for future hurricanes

Texas
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...

Florida
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

New York
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
SCR

Charleston South Carolina expected to outpace national real estate market averages through 2025

National
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
Peter Evering

WHAT IS THE EVICTION PROCESS IN CALIFORNIA?

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

FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Local Home Improvement Stores

Texas
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
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Florida Tops ABC’s Annual Merit Shop Scorecard State Ranking for Second Year in a...

Florida
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

Top 4 Places to Buy a Second Home in the US

National
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.
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Ribbon Cutting Celebrating New Affordable Apartments in the Bronx for Low-Income Families and Domestic...

New York
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 - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

HUD AWARDS $1.5 MILLION TO PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES TO ASSIST YOUNG PEOPLE AGING OUT...

National
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

California
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
USDOJ

California Real Estate Developer Convicted of Making Conduit Contributions in Two U.S. Congressional Campaigns

California
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

New York
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

National
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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AGC

SIXTY PERCENT OF FIRMS WORKING ON HIGHWAY UPGRADES EXPERIENCED CARS CRASHING INTO THEIR WORK...

National
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
NAHB

New Home Sales Decline in May

National
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.
DOI

$17+ Million in Grants Will Help States, Local Communities Keep Waters Clean, Economies Thriving

National
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.
FEMA

Port Aransas ready for return of summer tourism

Texas
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 - Eight Major Awards

OJO Labs: Five Months, Eight Major Awards

National
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
Property on Airbnb

Should I Rent Out my Property on Airbnb?

National
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.
Rockefeller Foundation

The Rockefeller Foundation Launches $5.5 Million Opportunity Zone Community Capacity Building Initiative for Select...

National
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
PaulineWeaver

Eden Housing and City of Fremont Celebrate Grand Opening of KTGY-Designed Affordable Senior Housing...

National
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

VA’s Home Loan Guaranty program notifies Veterans of potential loan fee waivers

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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.
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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
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS TO CO-HOST HUD INNOVATIVE HOUSING SHOWCASE

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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

Business Real Estate Press Releases

Sovereign AI and the Future of MLS Governance

WAV Group and Fluente Release Whitepaper on Sovereign AI and the...

WAV Group, a leading real estate consulting firm, has partnered with Fluente, their wholly owned AI Strategy and Development firm, to release a new whitepaper titled "Sovereign AI and the

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases

EIA

EIA expects U.S. household heating costs will vary based on retail...

In its 2025 Winter Fuels Outlook, EIA forecasts U.S. households heated by natural gas will pay about the same to heat their homes as they did last winter. On average, EIA expects households heated by electricity to pay more to heat their homes