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NLIHC President Sheila Crowley to Discuss FY11 HUD Budget Issues at NHC Annual Budget Forum
The National Housing Conference (NHC) will host its annual forum to examine how rental housing, homelessness assistance, and other key housing programs fare in the Administration’s FY11 budget proposal
Bank of America Reports 21,000 Permanent Home Affordable Modifications Completed
More Than 500,000 Other Modifications Have Been Completed Since January 2008. CALABASAS, CA - March 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Bank of America has completed nearly 21,000 mortgage modifications under the federal government's Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), according to the bank's latest monthly progress report to the Department of Treasury.
Treasures Preserved with Grants from the Bank of America/IMLS American Heritage Preservation Program
Washington, DC - March 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- A school attendance record taken by Robert Frost when he served as a substitute teacher, a gown worn to the second inaugural ball of Abraham Lincoln, and a painted trunk made in 1702 in Uppsala, Sweden, will be preserved for future generations with grants from the American Heritage Preservation Program awarded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. Click here to view the list of recipients
Senate Hearing Puts HOME STAR’s Job-Creating Potential in the National Spotlight
Washington, D.C. - March 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The HOME STAR Coalition today applauded Chairman Jeff Bingaman (D-NM), Ranking Member Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and members of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources for holding a hearing on the need for bi-partisan, job-creating legislation such as the proposed HOME STAR legislation.
ICC, ASHRAE, USGBC and IES Announce Nation’s First Set of Model Codes and Standards for Green Building in the U.S.
Washington, DC - March 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- What do organizations representing building safety professionals, energy and lighting engineers, green building practitioners, architects and technical standards developers have in common? They have all come together to green the nation’s built environment by establishing a comprehensive model green building code designed to rapidly advance green building practice across the U.S.
Top 10 Home Security Gadgets!
Nine Earth-Friendly Fixes For Your Home
As Americans seem increasingly less willing to buy a home, they are becoming more open to investing in “green” features that result in reduced energy costs and clear consciences.
The American Institute of Architects in February found that homeowners are inclined to pay $5,000 more for homes with earth-friendly features such as solar panels or renewable [...]
Educational Housing Services: An Intern’s Answer to Affordable Housing in New York City
Students and interns looking for a safe and affordable place to live in New York City need look no further than Educational Housing Services, Inc. (EHS). EHS is the largest provider of private, off-campus college student housing in New York City and has provided reliable accommodations for over two decades. Thanks to strong partnerships with [...]
Top 20 Solar Powered Devices
Solar energy is energy obtained directly from the Sun. This energy drives the climate and weather and supports virtually all life on Earth. Since the Romans first used daylight features at the top of the Partheon in Rome the era of solar powered constructions and devices began.
Let’s have a short look at some most valuable.
Solar [...]
HUD Unveils New Concept Home Vision
Charleston home to be a model for sustainability and green building
ORLANDO, FL - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today unveiled its new vision for a sustainable, hurricane-resistant and energy-efficient home at the National Association of Home Builders’ International Trade Show in Orlando. HUD’s Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH) revealed the [...]