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EasyKnock: A Midyear Recap
Anyone who’s watched the news knows the U.S. housing market has been a rollercoaster ride for quite some time. According to Forbes Advisor, “The housing market might finally be entering a transitional phase. Nonetheless, experts say the housing market
6 Key Factors to Evaluate When Renovating Your Home
Renovating your home can be one of the most rewarding experiences as a homeowner. Whether you're modernizing an outdated kitchen, adding more living space, or enhancing the
NAHB Opens Registration for 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) officially opened online registration and housing today for the 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light
Kaptur Announces $4.3 Million in Federal Funding to Boost Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency...
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water
Parks Group Welcomes Western Solar Plan, Calls for Responsible Development to Protect National Parks...
“We see the dramatic impact of climate change on our national parks every day. That’s why we need a transition to renewable energy that makes sure solar development is sited quickly and where it makes the most sense, minimizing harm to national parks and the communities they support."–Matt Kirby, NPCA's Senior Energy and Landscape Conservation Director
FEMA Grants Won’t Affect Other Federal Benefits
Applying for disaster assistance will not affect other federal benefits you may receive. Those who sustained loss from the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and
POAH Acquires 94 Senior Affordable Apartments in Southeast MA and Cape Cod
Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) has acquired two senior affordable housing properties in very desirable Massachusetts communities that are vulnerable to increasing housing costs: Northside Village in Dennis and Westport Village in Westport.
Pending Home Sales Dropped 5.5% in July
Pending home sales in July retreated 5.5%, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. All four U.S. regions posted monthly losses in transactions. Year-over-year, the Northeast rose while the Midwest, South and West registered declines.
The Ultimate Guide to Waterproofing Membranes: Types, Benefits, and Applications
Waterproofing membranes are essential components in the construction and maintenance of buildings, ensuring protection against water infiltration. Whether it’s a foundation, roof, or wet area, applying waterproofing membranes prevents damage that can lead to structural degradation, mold growth, and costly repairs.
EPA Proposes Settlement to Provide $151 Million for Cleanup of Raritan Bay Slag Superfund...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposed consent decree that would pay EPA’s past and future costs of cleanup at the Raritan Bay Slag Superfund Site in Old Bridge Township and Sayreville, New Jersey.
Kaptur Announces $24.5 Million USDOT Award To Lucas, Wood, Ottawa, and Sandusky Counties in...
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced the US Department of Transportation will award $24.5 Million to Lucas,
U.S. Department of the Treasury Issues Proposed Rules to Expand Clean Energy Investments in...
the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for 48E(h), the Clean Electricity Low-Income Communities
MBA Forecast: Commercial/Multifamily Borrowing and Lending to Increase 26 Percent to $539 Billion in...
Total commercial and multifamily mortgage borrowing and lending is expected to finish the year at $539 billion in 2024, which is a
CONSTRUCTION SPENDING SLIPS 0.3 PERCENT IN JULY WITH DECREASES IN PRIVATE PROJECTS AS NEW...
Construction spending slid 0.3 percent from June to July, pulled down by declines in private residential and nonresidential
The Ultimate Home Cleaning Routine: Transform Your Space in 7 Simple Steps
Maintaining a clean and organized home is essential for physical and mental well-being. A tidy living space looks appealing and creates a healthier environment for you and your family. In this article, we'll explore a foolproof cleaning routine that will help you keep your home spotless with minimal effort.
Oregon Delegation Celebrates Almost $120 Million to Supercharge EV Charging Infrastructure Across West Coast
Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, along with U.S. Representatives Earl Blumenauer (OR-03), Suzanne
Recent CRL Solar Lending Paper Supports Federal Regulators’ Call for Increased Enforcement to Protect...
Federal consumer regulatory agencies today released data and resources that reflect findings in a?paper?released last week by the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL) that show the nation’s leading residential solar energy financing lenders currently use many of the predatory methods employed in the subprime mortgage lending market of 2007-2010
HUD Announces Nearly $4 Million Loan Guarantee for Gordon Moore Park Improvement Project
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced a $3,916,000 loan guarantee to the County of
Lofgren & Local Leaders Celebrate Nearly $2.7 Million in Federal Funding for Housing Projects...
U.S. Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) presented two checks appropriated by Congress for community projects totaling $2,666,279 for housing projects in Santa Clara County.
Talk Justice, an LSC Podcast: A Deeper Look at Homelessness
An attorney who has provided civil legal services to people experiencing homelessness shares her perspective on the latest episode of LSC's “Talk Justice” podcast, released today. LSC President Ron Flagg hosts the episode featuring Carolyn Perez, program counsel at LSC and previously an attorney at The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless.
