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The American Institute of Architects Select Six Recipients for the 2013 AIA/ALA Library Building...
Washington, D.C. - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has selected six recipients to receive the 2013 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards. Biennially, representatives from the AIA and the American Library Association (ALA) gather to celebrate the finest examples of library design by architects licensed in the U.S. The 2013 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards honor six separate projects.
HUD & VA TEAM UP TO PROVIDE PERMANENT HOMES TO 9,000 HOMELESS VETS
WASHINGTON, DC - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Approximately 9,000 homeless veterans living on the streets and in the nation’s shelter system will soon find a permanent place to call home. U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Eric K. Shinseki announced today that HUD will provide $60 million to local public housing agencies across the country to provide permanent supportive housing to homeless veterans, many of whom are living with chronic disabling conditions
Consumer Alert: Attorney General’s Public Protection Unit Issues Warning on Craigslist Rental Property Scam
OKLAHOMA CITY - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Attorney General Scott Pruitt issued a consumer alert Tuesday after realtors in the Oklahoma City area reported fraudulent activity on Craigslist.
Technological Integration Critical to Future of Real Estate Appraisal, Forum Participants Say
CHICAGO, IL - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Technological development in the real estate valuation profession remains too focused on appraisal report forms and not attentive enough to market analysis, said appraisers, their residential clients, mortgage finance industry leaders, bank regulators and other participants May 24 at the Appraisal Institute Stakeholders Forum in Washington, D.C.
Congressman Gregory Meeks Hosts Town Halls on Sandy Disaster Recovery
New York, NY - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Get the facts on how to apply for the NYC and NYS Community Block Grant housing recovery assistance. Presentations by officials from the Mayor's Housing and Recovery Operations and NYS Homes and Communi...
Ellie Mae’s Encompass360 Mortgage Management Software Selected by Veterans United Home Loan
PLEASANTON, CA - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Ellie Mae® (NYSE: ELLI), a leading provider of enterprise level, on-demand automated solutions for the residential mortgage industry, today announced that Veterans United, Columbia, Mo., has selected Encompass360® as its mortgage management solution
MSU Extension offers Make Macomb Your Home — Home Ownership Series
WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- MSU Extension is offering the popular Make Macomb Your Home -- Home Ownership series this June. Home Ownership will focus on consumer protection during the home buying process. Attendees will learn ...
Jump in New Listings a Positive Sign as Massachusetts Home Sales Down Again in...
WALTHAM, MA - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) reported today that the lack of homes for sale over the past several months once again pushed the number of closed home sales down in April. However, a b...
Real estate brother team upgrade to IDX Broker, synchronizing their website with thousands of...
EUGENE, OR - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. is pleased to announce Santa Barbara, California real estate agent Tim Woehrman is the latest realty professional to adopt an IDX solution for his website. With the unique technology that IDX Br...
Florida broker enables IDX solution and iPhone, iPad search capabilities to display thousands of...
EUGENE, OR - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Emerald Coast MLS (ECARMLS) listings are now seamlessly integrated onto the website of agent Darren Bryant, thanks to IDX, Inc. and the dynamic IDX Broker software. A customized IDX solution makes it so e...
IDX Broker software utilized to sync thousands of listings to website of Texas Broker
EUGENE, OR - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. is pleased to announce the latest real estate professional who has chosen to integrate an IDX solution onto their website and dynamic search page: Devine, Texas Realtor Misty Houston. As a full ...
Manhattan Beach Realtor adopts IDX Broker software and enables comprehensive online property search page
EUGENE, OR - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. welcomes Dennis Komick of Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty to the growing network of real estate agents and brokers who have chosen to revolutionize the online property search for thei...
Duke Energy selects five South Carolina properties for potential industrial development
GREENVILLE, S.C. - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Duke Energy has selected five South Carolina properties for participation in its 2013 Site Readiness Program to prepare the property for potential industrial development.
MERS Model Prevails Again in the Fifth Circuit
Reston, Virginia - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- MERSCORP Holdings, Inc. today announced that a three-judge panel of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled in favor of BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP. (BAC) and Fannie Mae, affirming a lower court’s decision dismissing claims of wrongful foreclosure. The Fifth Circuit Court is a federal court with appellate jurisdiction over the district courts of Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas
No Place Like Home Conference: The Past, Present and Future of The American Dream...
Anaheim, CA - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Organizers of the No Place Like Home Conference, presented by the Building Industry Association of Southern California, Orange County Chapter and the Urban Land Institute, Orange County/Inland Empire, in conjunction with Union Bank; the University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy; and C. Larry Hoag Center for Real Estate and Finance, The George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics at Chapman University, have announced the conference to be held Monday,
Lee & Associates Valuation Announces New Indianapolis Office
Torrance, CA - May 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Lee & Associates Valuation and Consulting Services continues to expand its national presence with the opening of its Indianapolis office. Anelena Ackerly joins the new office of Lee & Associat...
Modular Mixed-Use Real Estate, Latest Prefab Innovations to Be Hot Topics at Washington, D.C....
WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The reality of an expedited schedule, lower costs and greater sustainability has made offsite construction a valued building solution for decades. As curiosity about this process grows to an all-time high as developers turn to the method with growing enthusiasm, the Modular Building Institute will host a two-day
MAYOR BLOOMBERG AND FINANCE COMMISSIONER FRANKEL ANNOUNCE $90 MILLION IN PROPERTY TAX REDUCTIONS FOR...
New York, NY - May 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Finance Commissioner David M. Frankel today announced a $90.3 million reduction in property taxes for homes and businesses impacted by Hurricane Sandy. The reduction is a ...
U.S. House Pric es Rose 1.9 Percent in First Quarter 2013
Washington, DC - May 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Upward momentum in U.S. house prices remained strong in the first quarter of this year, rising 1.9 percent from the previous quarter, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index (HPI). This is the seventh consecutive quarterly price rise in the purchase-only, seasonally adjusted index.
California Senate Leadership seeks to punish homeowners and REALTORS® for opposing $75 recording tax
LOS ANGELES, CA - May 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- This morning the Senate Appropriations Committee approved Senate Bill 30 (R. Calderon), which would extend existing provisions of state law protecting homeowners from having to pay income tax on a "s...
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GFP Real Estate and Its Tenants Raise More Than $200,000 to Support Ukrainian Refugees
GFP Real Estate is pleased to announce that its "Support Ukraine in Crisis" campaign raised more than $200,000 to support humanitarian relief efforts on the ground in Ukraine.
HUFFMAN, THOMPSON HOST PRESS CONFERENCE ADDRESSING CALIFORNIA INSURANCE CRISIS
Reps. Jared Huffman (CA-02) and Mike Thompson (CA-04) were joined by realtors, home builders, agriculture leaders, insurance
As Wildfires Increase, Manchin, Barrasso Urge GAO to Review Federal Land and Wildfire Management...
Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and John Barrasso (R-WY), Chairman and Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and
New Nationwide Codes Mandate a Major Blow to Housing Affordability
Carl Harris, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Wichita, Kan., today issued the following statement after the Biden administration
Congresswoman Torres Calls for House Leadership to Request Boeing President and Chief Executive Officer...
Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35) – A senior member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing
Habitat for Humanity International and AbbVie celebrate successes of five-year partnership in Puerto Rico
Habitat for Humanity International and AbbVie, a research-based global biopharmaceutical company, announced today the
Pending Home Sales Ascended 3.4% in March
Pending home sales in March climbed 3.4%, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. The Northeast, South and West posted monthly gains in transactions while the Midwest recorded a loss. Year-over-year, the Northeast and South
Forcing Polluters to Clean Up Their Mess Means New Hope for Communities
In Waukegan, Illinois, about 40 miles north of Chicago, Dulce Ortiz is celebrating with her children. Ortiz is a cofounder of the local environmental justice organization Clean Power Lake County. She has been organizing for years to get coal ash waste cleaned up from the site of the retired coal power plant in her town.
The Impact of High Speed Rail on Real Estate in China
In recent years, the interplay between high-speed rail (HSR) systems and land markets has emerged as a topic of significant interest. Despite the growing attention, the specific effects and underlying mechanisms of HSR on land prices have not been extensively studied. Our research aims to bridge this gap by analyzing China's land transaction data.
The Do’s and Don’ts of First-Time Homeownership
Buying a home is an exciting but often overwhelming experience, especially for first-timers. It’s a nuanced process that involves navigating through many important decisions, paperwork, and
Connecticut Congressional Delegation and Governor Lamont Announce $62.5 Million for Solar Projects Benefitting Low-Income...
Connecticut’s Congressional Delegation and Governor Ned Lamont announced $62.5 million grant under the Environmental
Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Clean Energy and Domestic Biofuels to Strengthen American Farms and...
Projects Funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Lower Energy Costs and Expand Access to Cleaner Fueling
FEMA commits $384 million to rebuild educational facilities on St. Croix and St. Thomas
A commitment of $384.8 million to demolish and replace three elementary schools on St. Croix, one on St. Thomas and repair a
REP. GALLEGO TOURS HOUSING SHELTER FOR WHICH HE SECURED NEARLY $2 MILLION IN FUNDING
Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) toured UMOM New Day Center’s Family Shelter Expansion and Remodel Project and
Total Commercial Real Estate Borrowing and Lending Declined 47 Percent in 2023
Total commercial real estate (CRE) mortgage borrowing and lending is estimated to have totaled $429 billion in 2023, a 47 percent decrease from the $816 billion in 2022, and a 52 percent
How to Choose the Right Moving Company for Your Next Relocation
Moving can be one of the most stressful events in a person’s life, but choosing the right company can make the process much smoother. Whether you’re relocating across town or the country, the importance of finding a reliable mover cannot be overstated.
CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION RELEASES FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND DECARBONIZATION PLAYBOOK TO HELP FIRMS ASSESS, TRACK & REDUCE GREENHOUSE...
New Associated General Contractors of America Resource, Which
5 Home Renovations That Will Boost Property Value
In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, homeowners often find themselves pondering ways to increase the value of their properties. Whether you're planning to sell shortly or simply want
Getting Your House Ready to Sell — 6 “To Do’s” That Can’t Wait
You’re about to list your home for sale. Is your home ready for what’s coming? If you haven’t crossed these six items off your to-do list yet, the answer is a resounding “no.” Here’s what you need to do, roughly in order, to make sure your place is in the best possible shape to show to buyers.
Kaptur Leads Letter to President Biden Urging Further Consideration of Proposed Power Plant Emission...
Rural, low-income, and underserved communities’ access to reliable and affordable electricity must be preserved while
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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