Friday, March 28, 2025

Yearly Archives: 2025

Chairman Aguilar: The Republican War on Students will close neighborhood schools, increase class sizes...

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House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu were joined by Rep. Jahana Hayes, a former National Teacher of the Year, and Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, a former executive director of Michigan Head Start, to highlight the Republican War on Students that will eliminate the Department of Education to pay for tax giveaways to billionaires and corporations like Tesla that don’t pay any federal taxes
Mayor Muriel Bowser

Mayor Bowser Announces?Legislation to Protect and Strengthen DC’s Housing Ecosystem

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Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the Rebalancing Expectations for Neighbors, Tenants, and Landlords Act (RENTAL Act), new legislation to protect the District’s existing affordable housing and
Congressman Brad Sherman

The House Passes Congressman Sherman’s Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act

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The House of Representatives passed Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA) and Congresswoman De La Cruz’s (R-TX) bipartisan Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act (HUDVA), to
FEMA

How to do Business with FEMA After a Disaster

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FEMA works with private sector vendors to help fulfill the response and recovery needs for disasters like the recent Los Angeles County Wildfires. The Doing Business with FEMA webpage outlines the steps that companies and small businesses looking to
Essential Steps to Take When Selling Your Vacation Home in Hawaii

Essential Steps to Take When Selling Your Vacation Home in Hawaii

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Hawaii's vacation home market is a vibrant and competitive arena. With properties boasting scenic ocean views, lush greenery, and tropical charm, selling a vacation home here offers

How to Tackle Outdoor Cleaning Like a Pro

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Outdoor cleaning can feel like a monumental task, especially when dealing with dirt, debris, and clutter accumulated over time. However, with the right tools, techniques, and a bit of strategy, you can transform your outdoor spaces efficiently and effectively. Here’s how to tackle outdoor cleaning like a professional, leaving your property looking its best.

Zbur Introduces Legislation to Tackle Student Housing Insecurity at California Community Colleges

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Introduced by Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur, AB 648 will combat housing insecurity and homelessness among community college students while also addressing California’s broader housing crisis by increasing the supply of affordable housing in local communities.

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $158 Million for New Affordable Housing Developments Across the State

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The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced $158 million in low-income housing tax credit and subsidy awards for 14 affordable housing projects across the state. These awards will support the production and preservation of 1,138 affordable units for seniors and families across the state.
NAHB

Multifamily Developer Confidence Reflected Mixed Results in the Fourth Quarter

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Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing reflected mixed results year-over-year in the fourth quarter, according to the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released today by the

CIH responds to government announcement on additional investment for affordable homes and action to...

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The government has announced £350 million in new funding to “get Britain building”, alongside plans to drive up standards and tackle rogue landlords in supported housing. Up to 2,800 extra homes will be built through a £300 million boost to the Affordable Homes Programme

South Dakota Housing Hosting Public Meeting Regarding Community Development Programs

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South Dakota Housing (SDH), in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, will be hosting a public meeting on Feb. 25, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. CST, to accept comments on the drafts of the 2025 Annual Action Plan and the Citizen Participation Plan.
Jay Pepper-Martens CTO SFAR

San Francisco Association of REALTORS® Brings AI-Powered MLS Listing Automation by Restb.ai to Both...

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The San Francisco Association of REALTORS® (SFAR) will bring AI-powered MLS Listing automation to its 4,000+ members with

Cambridge Ends Exclusionary Zoning

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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.
NAR

Nearly 90% of Metro Areas Registered Home Price Gains in Fourth Quarter of 2024

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Almost 90% of metro markets (201 out of 226, or 89%) experienced home price increases in the fourth quarter of 2024, as the 30-year fixed mortgage rate ranged from 6.12% to 6.85%,
Essential Maintenance Steps for Your Heating System

Essential Maintenance Steps for Your Heating System

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Is your heating system ready to handle the cold months? Many homeowners wait until winter to think about their heating system, only to discover problems when they need warmth the most.
EPA

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Travels to Western North Carolina to Visit Communities Rebuilding in...

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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin traveled to Western North Carolina, to meet with local,

Opportunity Blooms in the Desert: How Las Vegas Fuels Ambition

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Las Vegas is famous for its neon lights, casinos, and whirlwind entertainment. But past the glitter, there’s a deeper story waiting to be told. This city isn’t just about quick thrills or fleeting moments of luck—it’s a place brimming with potential and creativity. It has grown into fertile ground for those who dream big.
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Mortgage Delinquencies Increase in the Fourth Quarter of 2024

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The delinquency rate for mortgage loans on one-to-four-unit residential properties increased to a seasonally adjusted rate of 3.98 percent of all loans outstanding at the end of the fourth

NAREB’S 2025 MID-WINTER CONFERENCE TO FEATURE DR. EGYPT SHERROD, HILL HARPER, CATRESE FIELDS ALSTON,...

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The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) proudly presents its 2025 Mid-Winter Conference, taking place February 22–26 at the Westin Fort Lauderdale. This year’s conference, themed "Navigating New Horizons," will empower real estate professionals with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to thrive in an evolving industry

How to Handle Your Furniture When You’re Getting New Floors (and Why You Might...

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Getting your floors redone—be it refinishing hardwood, installing new laminate, or replacing carpet—can dramatically improve the look and feel of your home. However, one logistical challenge remains: What do you do with all that furniture in the renovation area?

Business Real Estate Press Releases

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases

Appraisal Institute

Appraisal Institute’s Response to Freddie Mac Research on Hybrid Appraisals

The Appraisal Institute strongly urges policymakers, industry stakeholders, and the public to exercise caution when considering recent research findings published on Mar. 13 by Freddie Mac as