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MBA

MISMO Releases 2023 Annual Report at Winter Summit

National
MISMO, the real estate finance industry's standards organization, today released its 2023 Annual Report at its 2024 Winter Summit. The MISMO Annual Report outlines the organization’s progress
Franklin Stoffer - Delta Media

Free Webinar to Explore “Winning” Real Estate Brokerage Strategies and Agent Insights from 2023

National
As real estate firms head into a new year facing profit margin compression, recruiting ambitions and challenging goals to
MBA

Mortgage Credit Availability Decreased in December

National
Mortgage credit availability decreased in December according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE

Using Architectural Expanded Metal Mesh in the Construction Industry

National
Architectural expanded metal mesh is a versatile material widely utilized in the building industry. It is manufactured through a process of slitting and stretching metal sheets to create a mesh pattern. This technique not only preserves the original sheet's integrity but also results in a lightweight yet sturdy lattice.

4 Real Estate Investment Opportunities You May Have Overlooked

National
Real estate can add to your investment portfolio’s diversity, helping you achieve wealth-building goals. Whether it’s large payouts or steady returns you’re after, real estate investments have solid potential. Like other forms of investments, several ways exist to get in the game and expand your portfolio’s assets.
Shaleen Khatod

CoreLogic Unveils Clareity Assure for Advanced MLS Security featuring Adaptive Authentication

National
CoreLogic announced today a new offering to its Clareity security solutions for Multiple Listing Services by launching Clareity Assure™, now available to all MLSs.
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla

Padilla, Lankford Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Advance Tribal Parity in Federal Law

National
U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and James Lankford (R-Okla.) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen Tribal parity for the
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

HUD Makes $40.25 Million Available for Housing Counseling Agencies

National
Grants will expand housing counseling services and provide comprehensive financial literacy, homeownership, and affordable housing support to underserved communities.

Top 10 Reasons Why Smaller Homes Are Becoming More Desirable Than Large Estates

National
Gone are the days when owning a sprawling mansion was the ultimate dream. A fascinating global shift is underway in the real estate world. According to the National Association of Realtors (2023), smaller single-family homes between 2,500 and 3,500 square feet sold nearly 19% faster than larger ones, showcasing a growing preference for smaller properties and their potential impact on property value.

Alert: 2023’s End Threatens Top Cities with Impending Foreclosure Crisis

National
It doesn’t matter if you’re a homeowner, homebuyer, or investor, it’s important to have a solid grasp of the real estate market. As 2023 comes to an end, many cities are staring down the barrel at an impending foreclosure crisis.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley

PRESSLEY, BALLANTYNE, ADVOCATES CELEBRATE $2.4M SECURED FOR SOMERVILLE’S CLARENDON HILL HOUSING COMMUNITY

National
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) visited Somerville to celebrate the $2.4 million in federal funding she secured to
DOE

DOE Finalizes Efficiency Standards for Residential Refrigerators and Freezers, Closing Out Remarkable Year of...

National
DOE Proposes New Rule For Energy Efficient Commercial Fans and Blowers and Finalizes Refrigerator and Freezer Standards with
FEMA

Cook County Renters Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

National
Renters in Cook County with uninsured or under insured losses from the Sept. 17-18, 2023 severe storms and flooding can apply for FEMA assistance. FEMA’s assistance programs are designed to

Urban Land Conservancy to deliver 60 affordable apartments in Commerce City via innovative community...

National
Urban Land Conservancy (ULC), a Denver-based nonprofit, has secured the future development of 60 affordable apartment homes at South Platte Crossing in Commerce City through an agreement with Nesbitt Development and Brinshore Development.
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $174 Million to Support Energy Efficiency and Climate Resilience for Thousands...

National
Green and Resilient Retrofit Program grant and loan awards support improvements to HUD-assisted multifamily properties.
AGC

CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT FALLS IN A QUARTER OF METRO AREAS BETWEEN NOVEMBER 2022 AND NOVEMBER...

National
Dallas-Plano-Irving, Texas, and Baton Rouge, La. Lead in Job Gains While Orange-Rockland-Westchester, N.Y. Experiences

Housing Authority of Baltimore City Secured $24 Million in 2023 to Support Ongoing Community...

National
As part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to invest in the communities it serves, the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) secured $24 million in 2023 through new state and federal grant funding to create more affordable housing opportunities and to support resident services

Decoding Home Insurance Premiums: Unraveling the Top Factors That Affect Your Rates

National
Home insurance is a crucial safeguard for homeowners, offering financial protection against various perils. The price of this protection, however, might differ greatly among homeowners. Making wise judgments and ensuring coverage without exceeding budget requires understanding the elements impacting house insurance costs
Congressman Ted Lieu

REP LIEU ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $627 MILLION IN FEDERAL GRANTS AWARDED TO COASTAL LA...

National
Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) announced that in 2023, organizations and agencies within his district in Los
ARRP

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Offers Promising Opportunities to Help Older Adults Stay in Their Homes...

National
This year at CES 2024, the AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP is accelerating AI-driven technology in healthcare and personalized

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U.S. Senator Charles Schumer

SCHUMER, GILLIBRAND ANNOUNCE $12+ MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDING FOR PROJECTS ACROSS UPSTATE NEW YORK...

National
U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $12,349,291 in federal funding for 14 projects
NHC

Housing leaders, advocates, and officials unite in Detroit to advance Black homeownership

National
The Black Homeownership Collaborative, a coalition of more than 100 organizations and individuals committed to creating 3 million net new Black homeowners by the end of 2030, brought together

NYCHA Unveils Updated Design Guidelines for the Modernization of Residential Buildings

National
Interactive website presents up-to-date information and downloadable resources to ensure design and construction excellence while encouraging user feedback and collaboration. Updated guidelines formalize NYCHA’s modern design focus on high-quality housing and building performance, resident health and well-being, and climate mitigation and adaptation
Professional Property Inspections

Why Professional Property Inspections Matter Before Lease Renewal (OR) DIY Vs. Professional Property Maintenance:...

National
Many property owners believe that they can handle property management alone, but it's mostly proven otherwise along the

NCD advises DOE on rulemaking impacting people with disabilities

National
The National Council on Disability sent a letter Wednesday from Vice Chair and Acting Chair Shawn Kennemer to U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Chris Wright regarding rulemaking impacting people with disabilities.
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton

Norton Statement on House Passage of Anti-D.C. Home Rule Immigration Bill

National
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) released a statement after the House passed its third anti-D.C. home rule bill this week. The bill, introduced by Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA), would
FEMA

What to Expect After You Apply for FEMA Assistance

National
If you were affected by either of two recent federally declared disasters in Missouri – March 14-15 or May 16 – you may be eligible for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management

Rep. Chu Leads California Lawmakers in Urging FEMA to Expand Housing Assistance for Survivors...

National
Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) led 14 members of the California delegation in a letter to David Richardson, the Senior Official Performing the Duties of FEMA Administrator, urging the agency to explore all available federal disaster housing programs for survivors who remain displaced nearly six months after the devastating Los Angeles fires.
Habitat

New Habitat for Humanity report links housing improvements in informal settlements to important benefits...

National
Ahead of the 2025 Group of Seven (G7) Summit, a groundbreaking new report from Habitat for Humanity
NAR

Statement on the Confirmation of Andrew Hughes as HUD Deputy Secretary

National
The National Association of REALTORS® Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer Shannon McGahn issued the following statement after the United States Senate confirmed Andrew
Congresswoman Norma J. Torres

Torres Slams HUD Budget for Abandoning Disaster Survivors and Slashing Housing Aid for Families,...

National
At today’s House Appropriations THUD Subcommittee hearing, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) pressed HUD Secretary
VA

VA announces $42M in grants to fight Veteran homelessness

National
The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced the availability of $42 million in grants to eligible organizations to assist homeless Veterans and those at risk of homelessness with
NAHB

More than 1,000 Housing Professionals Urge Congress to Act on Key Affordability Issues

National
More than 1,000 builders, remodelers and associates engaged in all facets of the residential construction industry trekked to Capitol Hill today to urge their lawmakers to support policies that

Flood: We Are Going To Dig Into The Challenges With Building Housing In Rural...

National
The House Financial Services Committee is holding a Housing and Insurance Subcommittee hearing, led by Subcommittee Chair Mike Flood (NE-01), to examine how rural communities can better leverage private-sector investment and community-led solutions to meet their unique housing needs.
HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Andrew Hughes Confirmed as Deputy Secretary of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

National
The U.S. Senate today confirmed Andrew Hughes as the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban

Rep. Tony Gonzales Addresses Veterans and Foster Youth Housing Issues with HUD Secretary

National
During a House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) hearing, Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) asked the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Scott Turner, about housing issues facing veterans and foster youth.
DOE

Energy Secretary Wright Testifies Before House Energy Subcommittee on FY2026 Budget Request

National
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright testified today before the U.S. House Energy Subcommittee on the Department of Energy’s
MBA

Mortgage Credit Availability Increased in May

National
Mortgage credit availability increased in May according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE Mortgage Technology.
Congresswoman Joyce Beatty

Beatty and Brown Demand Urgent Federal Response to Housing Crisis

National
Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) co-led a House Resolution with Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) calling for urgent, coordinated federal action to address the nation’s worsening
FEMA

Visit Any Disaster Recovery Center For In-Person FEMA Assistance

National
If you are a Kentucky survivor who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025, you do not have to go to a Disaster Recovery Center

U.S. States


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.
Starbucks_Fresno

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
ABC National

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.
Carol Corden cuts the ribbon

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

National
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.
Merri Jo Cowen - headshot

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

National
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