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Yearly Archives: 2021

EPA

WaterSense Challenges Homeowners: Take 10 Minutes to Find and Fix a Leak this Week

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Since 2006, WaterSense has helped save 4.4 trillion gallons of water, 523 billion kilowatt hours of energy, and $87 billion in consumer water and energy bills

How to Make Your Home Standout Before Your Sell It

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One of the most common questions people have is how to make your home more appealing to buyers. This is even more important when selling homes in a competitive marketplace where many homes feature the same thing. It is essential to invest some time and effort to make your house look more appealing. It is not rocket science but it is all about coming up with the right strategies and the right effort.

Real-estate syndication software, Cash Flow Portal, raises $1 million in self-financing

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Cash Flow Portal is a real-estate syndication software launched by Lyft’s software engineer and a real-estate syndicator Perry Zheng at the start of the global pandemic. Perry is a great example and inspiration for those who want to achieve great things in life.
Real Estate Investments

The 3 Best (and Worst) Real Estate Investments to Consider in 2021

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Many investors around the globe consider the stock market a better place to put their investing dollars. Investing in stocks, bonds, mutual funds are well-known investments. There is no doubt about that. But, buying real estate is considered a better

How to Prepare for Pest Control Service?

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Hiring a pest control professional means, you want effective elimination of pests from your place that requires a partnership between experienced pest control operators and the home owner. Both will take action to get the pests out and keep them out.
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KTGY Wins 13 Prestigious Design Awards and Recognition at NAHB Awards Shows

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KTGY Architecture + Planning, a leading full-service design firm focused on residential and mixed-use developments, sustainability and neighborhood revitalization in the U.S., announced today that it has earned 13 prestigious awards
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New Mixed-Use, Mixed-Income Development Designed by KTGY is Under Construction in Downtown Salt Lake...

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KTGY Architecture + Planning, along with Brinshore Development, LLC, announced today that construction has commenced at 255 South State Street in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, a 190-un
AGC

CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT SLIPS IN 225 METRO AREAS FROM JANUARY 2020 TO JANUARY 2021 AS...

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Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land and Lake Charles, La. Have Worst 12-Month Employment Losses; Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, Calif. and Sierra Vista-Douglas, Ariz. Top Ranks
NAHMA

NAHMA Welcomes Marcia L. Fudge as New HUD Secretary

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The National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) congratulates Rep. Marcia L. Fudge on her March 10 confirmation as secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)

Green Business Certification Inc. Announces 2021 Board of Directors

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Board members bring expertise in ESG, portfolio management, sustainable real estate development, corporate social responsibility and the circular economy
SEIA

Solar Industry Sets Records in 2020, On Track to Quadruple by 2030

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The U.S. solar industry grew 43% and installed a record 19.2 gigawatts (GWdc) of capacity in 2020, according to the U.S. Solar Market Insight 2020 Year-in-Review report, released today by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie.
USDOJ

Construction Company Owners Pleaded Guilty to Defrauding Federal Program Intended for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small...

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Michael Wibracht of San Antonio, Texas, the former owner of several companies in the construction industry, conspired to defraud the United States in order to obtain valuable government contracts under programs administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for which neither his nor his co-conspirators’ companies were eligible. One co-conspirator

How to Shop Around for the Best Mortgage Rate

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Purchasing a home is a significant financial decision and will likely put you in a considerable amount of loan debt. Applying for a mortgage...
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Ideas that can make your Property Price Shoot Sky High

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It is natural to want to get the best deal while putting anything up for sale. And these expectations go even higher when it’s real estate because of the giant figures. Besides, everyone can use the extra money while moving into a new house to meet
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Broker Public Portal Names New Board Officers

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The Board of Managers of the Broker Public Portal (BPP) today announced four new Board members. The Broker Public Portal, owned and managed by real estate brokerages and MLSs, operates a joint venture with Homesnap, the BPP's public-facing brand and real estate’s top-rated mobile app.
FTC

FTC Names Two Additional Defendants in Its Case Against Zurixx Real Estate Investment Training...

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The Federal Trade Commission and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection have named two additional defendants in their case against the operators of the Zurixx real estate investment training

Governor Laura Kelly Announces Statewide Rental, Utility Assistance for Kansans Affected by COVID-19

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Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) this week announced the launch of the Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance (KERA) program to provide rent, utility, and internet assistance to individuals and families financially impacted by COVID-19.

Atlanta REALTORS® Releases February 2021 Statistics on Housing Market

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Atlanta REALTORS® Association (ARA), the largest association of its kind in Georgia, released its February 2021 Market Brief on residential housing statistics for 11 area counties in metropolitan Atlanta. The Market Brief, compiled by First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS), provides the only regionally-focused synopsis of monthly sales and home prices for single-family residential properties.

Understanding Cable Railing and Why Consider Installing One for Your Deck

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Cable railings are becoming extremely popular today. They are a perfect alternative to metal and wood railings. They offer the same function but easy and affordable to upkeep. Inline design is something that comes with different types of railings. In this article, we are going to discuss the different types of cable railing so you will come up with an informed choice.
USDA

USDA Invests $598 Million to Improve and Modernize Rural Electric Infrastructure After Severe Weather...

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today a $598 million rural electric loan package to build or improve electric infrastructure in 11 states.

Business Real Estate Press Releases

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases

FinCEN Requests Comments on Proposed Form for Compliance with Residential Real...

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a 60-day notice in the Federal Register concerning the form that select real estate professionals will use to report information about certain residential real estate transfers under the Residential Real Estate Rule.