Yearly Archives: 2023
HUD Announces Partnership with the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) to Address...
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB)
George Slusser and Victor Lund ‘write the new book’ on real estate brokerage mergers...
Acquiring More Profit is appropriately named, as the primary objective of any merger or acquisition is to increase a real estate brokerage firm’s profitability and overall value. However, the
Annual Foreign Investment in U.S. Existing-Home Sales Declined 9.6% to $53.3 Billion
Foreign buyers purchased $53.3 billion worth of U.S. existing homes from April 2022 through March 2023, slipping 9.6% from the previous 12-month period, according to a new report from the
How much are Movers in San Diego County – The Rock Movers
Moving can be both an exciting and daunting experience. Whether you are relocating to a new neighborhood in San Diego County or moving across the country, the process of packing, transporting, and unpacking your belongings can be overwhelming. One of the crucial factors in ensuring a smooth and stress-free move is finding the right moving company.
Congresswoman Tenney Introduces Legislation to Support Volunteer First Responders
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24), alongside Congressman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY), introduced the Volunteer First Responder Housing Act, legislation to expand eligibility for
New Home Sales Cool in June on Higher Mortgage Rates
Rising mortgage rates and elevated construction costs put a damper on new home sales last month.
Sales of newly built, single-family homes in June fell 2.5% to 697,000 seasonally
CONSUMER ALERT: As Students Head to Campus, the New York Department of State’s Division...
Roommate/Rental Scams Occur When Scammers Trick Consumers into Giving Money in Exchange for Showing or Renting a Home That is Not Available. Follow the New York Department of State on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for “Tuesday’s Tips” – Practical Tips to Educate and Empower New York Consumers on a Variety of Topics
Courtside Moms and Revive Partner to Provide Pro Basketball Rookies with Real Estate Investment...
In a world where professional athletes are often propelled into financial decisions far beyond their years, guidance from trusted
Rutherford, Watson Coleman Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Update Fire Safety in Public Housing and...
Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) joined Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) to reintroduce the Public Housing
VA awards $11.5 million in first-of-their-kind grants for legal services for homeless Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $11.5 million in legal services grants for Veterans experiencing or at-risk of homelessness as part of its national homeless prevention efforts.
Over $150 Million from FEMA for Repairs to the El Maestro Hospital
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocated $151.6 million to El Maestro Hospital, institution that has served the communities of San Juan since 1960, for permanent work on
NORTON, PERRY BILL TO DIRECT GSA TO SELL WEBSTER SCHOOL MARKED UP & PASSED...
A bill co-led by Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) and Congressman Scott Perry (R-PA) to direct the General Services Administration (GSA) to sell the Daniel Webster School in
U.S. EPA’s ENERGY STAR Program Develops Energy-Saving Guidance for Co-Location Data Centers in Collaboration...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the release of a new best practices guide to help customers of shared
Home Equity Lending Volume Rose in 2022
Originations of open-ended Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and closed-end home equity loans increased 50 percent in 2022 compared to two years earlier. This is according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Home Equity Lending Study, released
Computer Vision leader Restb.ai named 2023 nnovation Award Finalist for Technology
Restb.ai, a global leader in computer vision and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for the real estate industry, today announced its selection as a 2023 Inman Innovator Award Finalist
Maximizing the Value of Your Land: How to Attract Cash Buyers
Land is a valuable asset and when the time comes to sell, you want to ensure that you are maximizing its worth to attract the best possible cash buyers. However, not all land is created equal
Higgins Announces $40M For Lake Charles Housing Authority
Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is awarding $40,000,000 to the Lake Charles Housing Authority
Agencies Finalize Policy Statement on Commercial Real Estate Loan Accommodations and Workouts
Federal financial institution regulatory agencies today jointly issued a final policy statement on commercial real estate loan accommodations and workouts. The updates reinforce and build on existing supervisory guidance calling for financial institutions to work prudently and constructively with creditworthy borrowers during times of financial stress.
HUD Awards $370 Million in Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant Awards
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge announced today the awarding of Choice Neighborhoods Implementation (CNI) Grants totaling $370
Existing-Home Sales Retreated 3.3% in June; Monthly Median Sales Price Reached Second-Highest Amount Ever
Existing-home sales slipped in June, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Sales varied among the four major
