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On March 1, 2003, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The primary mission of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is to reduce the loss of life and property and protect the Nation from all hazards, including natural disasters, acts of terrorism, and other man-made disasters, by leading and supporting the Nation in a risk-based, comprehensive emergency management system of preparedness, protection, response, recovery, and mitigation

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Purchasing — and MAINTAINING — Flood Insurance is a Great Investment at Any Time

DENVER - March 20, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- There’s a hidden threat that strikes countless unprepared Americans each year – flooding. Unlike fire, wind, hail or most other perils, flood damage is not covered by a homeowners policy. An uninsured flood loss can undo a lifetime’s worth of effort and create a mountain of bills. Fortunately, a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policy provides the defense against such losses and can ensure that a flood doesn’t bring financial ruin

Local Permits Are Needed Before Rebuilding Begins

PURVIS, Miss. - March 18, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- State and federal recovery officials are urging Mississippians to obtain any necessary building permits before starting new construction or repairs to property damaged by the recent tornadoes and flo...

New York recovery from Hurricane Sandy: By the Numbers

NEW YORK, NY - March 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Disaster assistance to New York survivors of Hurricane Sandy:

Reach Out For Help When Disaster-Related Stress Strikes

PURVIS, MS - March 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mississippians facing the loss of their homes, businesses or cherished possessions after the recent tornadoes may be struggling also with the emotional impact of the disaster. It is not uncommon for tho...

FEMA Offers Free Coastal Construction Guides for Home Builders and Do-It-Yourselfers

WINDSOR, CT - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Connecticut home builders and skilled do-it-yourselfers undertaking repair and rebuilding projects in the wake of Hurricane Sandy can get detailed guidance from free, comprehensive publications offered ...

FEMA Team At Marvin’s With Tips On Smart Building

PURVIS MS- March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- An outreach team from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be at Marvin’s in Hattiesburg this week to explain techniques that may reduce potential damage to homes, businesses and property from hi...

FEMA Offers Free Coastal Construction Guides for Home Builders and Do-It-Yourselfers

WINDSOR, CT - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Connecticut home builders and skilled do-it-yourselfers undertaking repair and rebuilding projects in the wake of Hurricane Sandy can get detailed guidance from free, comprehensive publications offered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency

Be Prepared for Severe Weather: Get Flood Insurance and Develop a Disaster Plan

WINDSOR, CT - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Springtime brings with it the risk of flooding, but flood damage is not covered by homeowner's insurance. Only a policy from the National Flood Insurance Program provides flood insurance, but it takes 3...

SBA Loan Applications Also For Renters, Homeowners

PURVIS, MS - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Survivors of last month’s tornadoes, storms and flooding should know U.S. Small Business Administration disaster loan applications are not just for businesses; they are also for renters and homeowners....

FEMA Team At Lowe’s In Petal With Tips On Smart Building

PURVIS MS - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- An outreach team from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be at Lowe’s home improvement store in Petal this week to explain techniques that may reduce potential damage to homes, businesses and ...

Don’t Miss Out on FEMA Help

PURVIS, MS - March 5, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Homeowners, renters and businesses in Forrest, Jefferson Davis, Lamar, Marion and Wayne are eligible for federal disaster assistance. But not everyone affected by the storm’s destruction has registered...

Preliminary Flood Maps in Calhoun, Jackson & Refugio, TX Ready for Public View: Public...

DENTON, TX - March 4, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Homeowners, renters and business owners in the Texas counties of Calhoun, Jackson and Refugio are encouraged to look over newly released preliminary flood maps in order to determine their flood risks and...

$2 billion provided to NY survivors by FEMA, SBA

NEW YORK, NY - March 1, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration have approved more than $2 billion in direct assistance to homeowners, renters and businesses affected by Hurricane Sa...

Talk to FEMA Mitigation Experts at Spring Home Show in Hartford This Weekend

WINDSOR, CT - February 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Hazard Mitigation experts from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be on hand at the Spring Home Show this weekend at the XL Center in downtown Hartford.

FEMA Team At Economy Supply With Tips On Smart Building

PURVIS, MS - February 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- An outreach team from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be at Economy Supply, Hattiesburg’s hometown supply company, this week to explain techniques to reduce potential damage to homes, ...

FEMA Specialists Provide Free Repair And Rebuilding Advice

TRENTON, N.J. - February 20, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Getting free advice on how to repair or rebuild your home to minimize future disaster damage is as easy as visiting your local home improvement store. Specialists from the Federal Emergency Manage...

Sandy survivors with home accessibility needs should contact FEMA

NEW YORK, NY - February 18, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Survivors with home accessibility needs because of Hurricane Sandy, especially older adults and people with disabilities, are encouraged to stay in touch with the Federal Emergency Management Agenc...

FEMA Specialists Provide Free Repair and Rebuilding Advice

TRENTON, N.J. - February 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Getting free advice on how to repair or rebuild your home to minimize future disaster damage is as easy as visiting your local home improvement store. Specialists from the Federal Emergency Manage...

Preliminary Flood Maps in Galveston Co, TX Ready for Public View: Public Open House...

DENTON, TX - February 11, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Homeowners, renters and business owners in Galveston County, Texas are encouraged to look over newly released preliminary flood maps in order to determine their flood risks and make informed decisions

FREE EXPERTISE ON ‘BUILDING STRONGER, SAFER, SMARTER’

TRENTON, N.J. - February 7, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Getting free advice on how to repair or rebuild your home to minimize future disaster damage is as easy as visiting your local home improvement store. Specialists from the Federal Emergency Manage...

Business Real Estate Press Releases

Rayse Owns ‘Agent Value’ – A Bold New Approach to PropTech...

Rayse is redefining the real estate technology landscape, establishing itself as the undisputed leader in Agent Value. Unlike traditional PropTech, which has focused on automation and disintermediation, Rayse takes a completely different approach.

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases

Cambridge Ends Exclusionary Zoning

On Monday, February 10, the Cambridge City Council voted 8 – 1 in favor of a zoning petition allowing new multi-family housing, up to four stories, to be built city-wide, by right. This change undoes decades of exclusionary zoning, in which the zoning code was weaponized to enforce segregation by limiting where apartments could be built.