National Disaster Insurance Would Help Consumers, Says Florida Association of Realtors
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - July 3, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — “The availability and affordability of property insurance is, at its core, a consumer issue,” said 2009 Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR) President Cynthia Shelton, testifying on the need for a national disaster insurance policy to the U.S. House Financial Services Committee’s Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee during a hearing today in West Palm Beach. “The importance of available and affordable insurance to homeowners, commercial property owners, and those who would like to own their own home or place of business cannot be overstated.”Related posts:
- U.S. House Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Klein’s Homeowners’ Defense Act
Legislation is common-sense solution to bring down cost of homeowners’ insurance. Washington, D.C. - July 3, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. House Financial Services Committee’s Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, Chaired by Congressman Dennis Moore of Kansas, held a hearing in West Palm Beach, Florida today to address skyrocketing homeowners’ insurance rates...
- Moore Leads Subcommittee Reivew of Mortgage Fraud Prevention Efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. - June 19, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — As Chairman of the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, Congressman Dennis Moore (Third District – Kansas) on Thursday presided over the subcommittee’s hearing, entitled “Strengthening Oversight and Preventing Fraud in FHA and other HUD Programs.”...
- Lewis Announces Hearing on Administration of the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
October 21, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee Chairman John Lewis (D‑GA) today announced that the Subcommittee on Oversight will hold a hearing on administration of the first‑time homebuyer tax credit. The hearing will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2009, at 10:00 a.m., in the main Committee hearing room, 1100 Longworth House Office Building....
- Lewis Announces Hearing on Administration of the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
October 21, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee Chairman John Lewis (D‑GA) today announced that the Subcommittee on Oversight will hold a hearing on administration of the first‑time homebuyer tax credit. The hearing will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2009, at 10:00 a.m., in the main Committee hearing room, 1100 Longworth House Office Building....
- Lewis Announces Hearing on Administration of the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
October 21, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee Chairman John Lewis (D‑GA) today announced that the Subcommittee on Oversight will hold a hearing on administration of the first‑time homebuyer tax credit. The hearing will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2009, at 10:00 a.m., in the main Committee hearing room, 1100 Longworth House Office Building....
- California Association of REALTORS, Costello & Sons Insurance to form “Real Estate Risk Services”
LOS ANGELES – The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) and Costello & Sons Insurance (CSI) today announced the creation of Real Estate Risk Services LLC (RERS), a subsidiary of Real Estate Business Services Inc. (REBS). ...
- Bureau of Insurance Encourages Consumers to Protect their Property with Flood Insurance
Waiting Period for Insurance to Take Effect Means NOW is the Time to Act to be Covered for Spring Flooding February 25, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Insurance Superintendent Mila Kofman is urging all Maine residents to evaluate their need for flood insurance, especially with spring approaching and a typical 30-day waiting period before a new flood insurance policy takes effect....
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- OFIR Shuts Down Fake Detroit Mortgage Company
LANSING, MI - February 4, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — The Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation (OFIR) shut down an operation claiming to be a Detroit-based mortgage company called “Kenneth and Doyle Financial” by ordering it to cease and desist from doing business. OFIR believes that Kenneth, through its website, was posing as a legitimate mortgage company in an attempt to steal consumers’ money and identity. The fraudulent company was encouraging customers to apply for loans by providing personal information including social security and financial account numbers.
- State of New York Mortgage Agency Approves $37.5 million Insurance
NEW YORK, NY - January 28, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — The board of the State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA) today approved a commitment to insure a $37.5 million mortgage on a 144-unit apartment building in Brooklyn that was originally built to be sold as condominium units.
- IBHS Announces Leadership Transitions for 2010
TAMPA, FL - December 7, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) today announced a change of leadership as the organization looks toward 2010. Kevin Kelso, chief marketing officer and executive vice president of the Farmers Group, will become IBHS chairman at the end of this year. In addition, Carl Hedde, vice president of Munich Re America, will become IBHS vice chairman. Both appointments were lauded during the Dec. 4 IBHS board of directors meeting.
- Minnick supports two credit measures for consumers
Washington, D.C. - December 2, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — In these tough times, Idahoans deserve the chance to buy a home or attend college without having to worry about unfair marks from credit agencies.
- Rep. Melancon Comments on New Report Linking Chinese Drywall to Corrosion in Homes
Sends Letter to Federal Agency Urging Quick Action on Establishing Repair Guidelines for Homes. WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Congressman Charlie Melancon (LA-03) commented today on a new report from a federal agency finding a strong association between defective Chinese drywall and corrosion of pipes and electrical wiring in homes. The report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission also found a possible link between the drywall and health problems reported by homeowners
- Fidelity National Title Launches New Award for Real Estate Professionals Going Paperless
Contest offers sustainably-minded real estate professionals a chance to gain recognition and win a free membership with the Arizona Green Chamber of Commerce. Tempe, AZ - November 23, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Fidelity National Title, one of Arizona's largest title insurance and escrow service companies, has announced the launch of its "Win the Paperless Fight Title Championship" contest, which is accepting nominations at www.WinThePaperlessFight.com through December 31st, 2009. Open exclusively to real estate professionals, both residential and commercial, the contest invites nominations for those who are demonstrating a commitment to sustainable business practices and making a big impact specifically through the reduction of paper waste. Self-nominations are encouraged.
- Get Homes and Insurance Ready for Hurricane Ida
Jackson, MS - November 9, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) reminds everyone that preparation in advance of a storm can help save lives and property and can prevent unpleasant insurance surprises should Hurricane Ida take aim at the state.