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NAR Showcases New Implicit Bias Certificate Course on First Day of Legislative Meetings
The National Association of Realtors® on Sunday showcased a new certificate course to help real estate professionals combat implicit bias.
Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing
GCAAR housing stats | March ’22
The median sold price for residential properties in the region for March was $600,000, representing an increase of 7% compared to last month and an increase of 7.6% from March 2021. The average days on market for units sold in March was 22 days, 28% below the 5-year March average of 31 days.
NACWA Member Testifies Before Senate on Key Clean Water Infrastructure Law Implementation
members of the Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Fisheries, Water, and Wildlife heard testimony from a public clean water utility member of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA)
MCAA, NECA and SMACNA Release a Joint Tool and Equipment Rental Guide
The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA), the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) announced the release of their joint publication, the Tool and Equipment Rental Guide.
Climate Bill Presents Opportunity for Mass. to Continue its Clean Energy Leadership
Lawmakers in the Massachusetts Senate introduced sweeping climate legislation this week that contains several critical provisions for solar development in the Commonwealth.
Housing Market at Inflection Point as Builder Confidence Continues to Fall
Rapidly rising interest rates combined with ongoing home price increases and higher construction costs continue to take a toll on builder confidence and housing affordability.
Habitat for Humanity kicks off sixth annual Home is the Key campaign to drive...
In March 2020, home took on a new and powerful meaning. It became the first line of defense against disease, our refuge and haven, and the place where people found hope during times
Share of Mortgage Loans in Forbearance Decreases to 1.05% in March
The Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) monthly Loan Monitoring Survey revealed that the total number of loans now in forbearance decreased by 13 basis points from 1.18%
HUD Announces Support for Washington, D.C.’s “Solar for All” Program
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced its support for Washington, D.C.’s “Solar for All” program to ensure that residents of HUD-assisted properties
Existing-Home Sales Slip 2.7% in March
Existing-home sales decreased in March, marking two consecutive months of declines, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Month-over-month, sales in March waned in three of the four major U.S. regions while holding steady in the West. Sales were down across each region year-over-year.
Single-Family Permits Decline in March as Affordability Woes Continue
The single-family housing market continued to show signs of softening in March as permits and starts declined due to rising mortgage interest rates and ongoing supply chain bottlenecks
Impacts on Home Values from PFAS Chemicals Unclear: The Appraisal Journal
The values of residential properties located near sites with known per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are impacted in varying ways, according to an article published this week in The Appraisal Journal.
AGC & PROCORE MEET INITIAL GOAL OF RAISING $500,000 TO LAUNCH A NEW SCHOLARSHIP...
The Associated General Contractors of America and Procore Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: PCOR), a leading global provider of construction management software, announced today
NeighborWorks America honors top change makers with award
As many communities of color continue to struggle to build generational wealth and cope with the ramifications of a lack thereof, one leader is helping reclaim land for Black families and correct past wrongs.
NAR Study Shows Lack of Affordable Housing Biggest Obstacle to Home Buying
The lack of affordable homes is the top obstacle holding back potential home buyers of all races, but other obstacles to homeownership varied by race/ethnicity according to a new report released today by the National Association
Kansas Housing Launches Mortgage Relief Program
Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) launched the Kansas Homeowner Assistance Fund (KHAF), providing mortgage and utility assistance to Kansas households impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
Breaking Down Racial Barriers in Dallas: Capital Impact Partners Expands Program for Real Estate...
Dallas becomes the fourth region for Capital Impact Partners’ Equitable Development Initiative, which helps developers of color overcome systemic issues and lead affordable real estate projects
Mile High United Way Early Childhood Education Center Breaks Ground Alongside Affordable Apartments On...
The Groundbreaking Celebrates and Demonstrates How Cities, Counties and Communities Can Work Together to Serve Families in Denver
CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT IN MARCH EXCEEDS PRE-PANDEMIC PEAK LEVEL IN 32 STATES AS RECORD...
Utah Has Strongest Gains Since February 2020, While New York Has Worst Declines; California, South Dakota Top Lists
INPUT PRICES FOR NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION CLIMB 21 PERCENT BETWEEN MARCH 2021 AND MARCH 2022;...
Diesel Fuel Prices Spiked 64 Percent, While Aluminum and Steel Mill Product Prices Rose by 43 Percent From a Year Earlier
