Yearly Archives: 2023
Harder Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Combat Veteran Homelessness
Representatives Josh Harder (CA-9) and Byron Donalds (FL-19) just introduced legislation to target the epidemic of veteran homelessness. The Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act
Innovative Cooperatives Receive $170,000 in Grants From Capital Impact Partners and National Cooperative Bank
The ninth annual Co-op Innovation Awards supported four organizations’ work in Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York
Mortgage Delinquencies Increase in the Third Quarter of 2023
The delinquency rate for mortgage loans on one-to-four-unit residential properties increased to a seasonally adjusted rate of 3.62 percent of all loans outstanding at the end of the third
Secretary Becerra Named Chair of U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness; Announces $6.1 Million in...
HHS awards $2.1M to bolster supportive services for families living in affordable housing; awards 11 new grants totaling nearly $4 million for runaway and homeless youth prevention. HHS and HUD announce joint Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator to support innovation.
NAR Finds Typical Home Buyer’s Annual Household Income Climbed to Record High of $107,000...
Buyer income annual increase of 22% is largest on record (from $88,000 in 2022 report); down payments jumped to highest percentages in two decades
6 Tips to Boost Your Home’s Resale Value
Enhancing your home's resale value is a strategic investment that pays off in the long run. Whether you're planning to sell soon or just considering the future, implementing key improvements can make your property more attractive to potential buyers.
Garamendi Secures Congressional Funding for Affordable Housing, Public Transit, Early Childhood Education, and More
U.S. Representative John Garamendi (D-CA08) secured more than $9.65 million in new federal funding in the annual for community
NAREB’S 2023 STATE OF HOUSING IN BLACK AMERICA REPORT FINDS SHORTAGE OF HOUSING INVENTORY...
Among Factors Restricting Black Homeownership are Lower Wealth and Median Incomes, Unfavorable Housing Market Conditions, Shortage of Housing Stock, and Institutional Bias. Major barriers impede homeownership among African Americans, despite record-low Black unemployment and a higher labor force participation rate than Whites
Rising Mortgage Rates Push Housing Affordability to Lowest Level in Index History
Rising mortgage rates, elevated construction costs and limited existing inventory helped push housing affordability in the third quarter of 2023 to its lowest level in more than a decade.
Benefits of Adjustable Window Screens: The Unsung Heroes for a Healthier and More Comfortable...
As a homeowner or renter, you always look for cost-effective methods to improve your living space, particularly solutions that
REPRESENTATIVES HUFFMAN AND SMITH INTRODUCE VOLUNTARY GRAZING PERMIT RETIREMENT ACT TO PROMOTE CONSERVATION OF...
Representatives Jared Huffman (D-Calif.)and Adam Smith (D-
CAP Reports Analyze Impact, Challenges of Renewable Energy, Supply Chain, and Conservation Investments in...
The Biden administration has made historic investments in building a clean energy economy, and many of these investments will be made in rural and Tribal communities. It’s a big opportunity for the rural economy, and meeting these national goals will require the participation and leadership of rural leaders.
HUD Releases $50 Million to Address Youth Homelessness & New Assistance to Improve Housing...
New Funding will support approximately 35 communities to improve response systems for youth homelessness; technical
Sherman, Vargas Statement on FHFA’s Federal Home Loan Bank Review
Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) and Congressman Juan Vargas (CA-52) released the following statement upon the release of the Federal Housing Finance Administration’s (FHFA) report on
VA reduces premium rates for Veterans’ Mortgage Life Insurance
This month, the Department of Veterans Affairs reduced premiums for most Veterans and Service members insured under the Veterans’ Mortgage Life Insurance program.
12,000 Realtors® to “Own the Moment” at NAR NXT Annual Conference & Expo in...
Realtors® from across the country and the world will converge on Anaheim, California, November 14–16 for 2023 NAR NXT, The Realtor® Experience(link is external), NAR's annual conference
The importance of business administration for real estate
The real estate industry is a progressively competitive one. This is why real estate businesses must stay on top of their game. Although there are many ways to do this, including diversifying
Lance F. Drummond Elected Chair of Freddie Mac
Lance Drummond will become chair of Freddie Mac's Board of Directors, the company announced today. A member of the Board since 2015, Drummond will succeed Sara Mathew, who will retire as Board chair and as a Director in February 2024, as required by the company's bylaws.
Rep. Sherrill: “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Delivers for New Jersey”
Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill released the following statement commending today’s announcement of the allocation of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding towards 25 passenger rail projects on
Mortgage Application Payments Decreased to $2,155 in September
Homebuyer affordability improved slightly in September, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants decreasing to $2,155 from $2,170 in August. This is according to
