Yearly Archives: 2022
Exterior Hardscaping Tips During Home Remodeling
The goal of home remodeling is to get a functional and beautiful home. Doing some hardscaping is a wise idea when upgrading your home through remodeling. However, hardscaping can be overwhelming as it requires more work and planning. But with the right tips, you can achieve an aesthetic exterior and value for your money.
Costa Rica real estate: What you need to know before buying
Are you thinking of buying a piece of real estate in Costa Rica? If so, there are a few things you need to know before making your purchase. First and foremost, it's important to realize
On 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, HUD Awards over $36 Million...
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced the awarding of more than $36 million for Mainstream Vouchers and additional administrative fees to 218
MBA Statement on the Treasury Department’s Guidance to Increase Affordable Housing Supply
MBA's President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, released the following statement on the Department of the Treasury’s new guidance to increase the ability of state, local, and tribal
Milestones Closes $10+ Million Series A Round Led by Updater
Milestones (milestones.ai), the all-in-one homeowner portal making it easier for consumers to buy, move, sell, and manage their home, raised $10.3 million in Series A funding. Updater, the national leader in moving technology, led the investment round.
Biden Administration Announces More Than $10 Million in Grants to Expand High-Speed Internet to...
The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced today it has
Growing Diverse Housing Developers: A New Training Program For Developers of Color
Capital Impact Partners is partnering with Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF) and Reinvestment Fund to expand its commitment to helping real estate developers of color grow their businesses in an industry where they have long been
New Home Sales Plunge in June on Rising Affordability Woes
New home sales in June fell to the lowest level since April 2020, reflecting declining builder sentiment as construction bottlenecks continue to slow new home building and raise housing costs.
The Impact Foundation of the Atlanta REALTORS® Association Awards $10K in Scholarships
The Atlanta REALTORS® Association (ARA) recently approved a new scholarship opportunity for students graduating from Georgia high schools who are planning to attend an accredited post-secondary school (college, university, or vocational-technical institution) and for undergraduate students currently attending an accredited post-secondary school who are residents of Georgia.
How to Choose a Real Estate Agent
When hiring a real estate agent, there are several things you should look for. Experience, track record, people skills, and availability are all important. When looking for an agent, you should be able to tell whether a person has the personality for your type of property.
LET’S SPRUCE UP YOUR KITCHEN FOR THE SUMMER
There are many things one can argue are getting worse, whether it’s the environment or global peace. However, for all the complains and the stress of our world, one thing has to be stated: modernity has brought a revolution in all fields of our life.
NYS OFFICE OF GENERAL SERVICES WINS 2022 NATIONAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN PROCUREMEN
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner Jeanette Moy today announced that OGS has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. This marks the sixth consecutive year that OGS has received an AEP award.
Rapid Growth and Influx of New Residents Pushes Austin Affordability to the...
The Mountain West states are seeing a surge of new residents — and home prices are skyrocketing. Find out how some of the most popular areas are handling the influx and the challenges to their economies and lifestyles in the second quarter 2022 issue of Valuation magazine.
Excellent Qualities Of A Home Renovation Contractor
Christmas is not far behind. Have you planned to renovate your seemingly old-fashioned house? If you have thought of this, we would like to congratulate you on this. You know our mental lethargy stops us from taking such bold steps.
5 Steps to Choosing a Good Plasterer
Are you looking to hire a plasterer for your new home but unsure how to get the best plastering service around your area? If that is the case, look no further as we will provide you with a few tips on choosing a good plasterer.
3 Things You Must Know Before Moving to Kentucky
Living in a stunning state with plenty of history and a strong economy appeal to you? The cost of living is low, and the population is friendly. While Kentucky experience some bad
7 Essential Travel Safety Tips
Traveling is all about making great memories. However, nothing can ruin those memories quite as severely as getting into trouble during your trip. While traveling — especially abroad — can be very thrilling and adventurous, it can also be dangerous in one way or another, no matter where you go.
How to Lower Your Home Insurance Premium
Whether you are just buying a house or have been a homeowner for a long time, you have to contend with high home insurance premiums. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Below are some tips on decreasing your premium so that you get the best homeowners insurance.
REP. PANETTA LEADS INTRODUCTION OF THE HOUSING ACCESS IMPROVEMENT ACT TO SUPPORT AFFORDABLE HOUSING...
Rep. Jimmy Panetta (CA-20) authored and introduced the Housing Access Improvement Act along with Reps. Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Judy Chu (CA-27), Barbara Lee (CA-13), Zoe Lofgren
Statement by Secretary Granholm on President Biden’s Nomination of Jeff Marootian
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm issued the following statement today on President Biden’s intent to nominate Jeff Marootian for Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency
