Archive for July, 2010
HUD SECRETARY DONOVAN, CONGRESMAN AL GREEN AND CONGRESSWOMAN SHEILA JACKSON LEE TO VISIT RECOVERY ACT-FUNDED REDEVELOPMENT THAT IS CREATING JOBS, AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN HOUSTON
July 30, 2010 Posted by Congressman Al Green
HOUSTON, TX – July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — As part of the Obama Administration’s “Recovery Summer” initiative, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan will travel to Houston, TX on Monday, August 2 to tour Kennedy Park Place, a new affordable housing redevelopment that is currently under construction using $7.8 million in HUD Recovery Act funds.
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IDX Broker software utilizes new technology to display thousands of Beverly Hills area listings
July 30, 2010 Posted by California RealEstateRama
EUGENE, OR – July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — Ikem Chukumerije of Westside Premier Estates has adopted the dynamic IDX Broker software, upgrading his real estate website by enabling Combined L.A.-Westside MLS (CLAW) listings to be displayed directly on his search page. The additional benefits of adopting a customized IDX solution are monumental for both real estate professionals, like Chukumerije, and their clients. With IDX Broker software, the website of Chukumerije is now ready to assist home seekers in finding the perfect property without ever leaving their computer
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Tennessee homes now listed on RealTracs are easily transferable to websites with customizable IDX solution
July 30, 2010 Posted by Tennessee RealEstateRama
EUGENE, OR – July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — IDX, Inc. is pleased to announce the latest addition to the growing group of real estate professionals updating their websites, Pat Carroll of Century 21 Premier. As a member of RealTracs MLS (RTMLS), Carroll has long had access to thousands of area property listings. But now, thanks to IDX Broker software, the benefits of searching RTMLS are available to home seekers on the website of Carroll. Goodlettsville, Tennessee homes are now easier to search for than ever before, with the IDX enabled website hosted by Carroll
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Hare Secures $1 Million for the I-74 Bridge
July 30, 2010 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Phil Hare (D-IL), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, tonight voted for the Fiscal Year 2011 Transportation and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act which included $1 million for the I-74 Bridge. This is in addition to the $1.2 million he secured last year.
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Realtors in Florida: Looking to Boost Your Business?
July 30, 2010 Posted by Florida RealEstateRama
ORLANDO, FL – July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — The latest gadgets and gizmos, motivating advice from leading real estate trainers and a chance to network with other real estate professionals: That’s what the Florida Realtors’® 2010 Convention & Trade Expo has to offer – opportunities to learn new practices, gain fresh approaches and boost business.
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Congresswoman Matsui Secures Funding for Sacramento’s Transportation and Housing Priorities
July 30, 2010 Posted by California RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC – July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-Sacramento) announced that the fiscal year 2011 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations Bill, which was approved by the House of Representatives Thursday, includes over $1 million in funding secured by Rep. Matsui for important local transportation and housing development initiatives. Beneficiaries include the County of Sacramento, the City of Sacramento, and My Sister’s House domestic violence shelter. “The appropriations bill passed by the House will invest significantly in our nation’s infrastructure while also spurring our country’s economic growth,” stated Congresswoman Matsui. “New jobs will be created by this legislation by making our roads safer and our public transit more secure.”
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Homeless Continue to Need Help Staying Cool in the Summer
July 30, 2010 Posted by Arizona RealEstateRama
July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — The city of Phoenix will accept donated items through Sept. 30 for the many homeless people who have no shelter and are in need of a few basic items that will keep them safe during the hot summer days
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DeLauro Votes for Investments in Transportation, Housing Infrastructure Legislation will create new jobs, boost economy
July 30, 2010 Posted by Connecticut RealEstateRama
Washington, DC – July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) voted for the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act for FY 2011 today, which will create an estimated 160,000 new jobs and increase investments in our roads, bridges and homes. This critical legislation will provide assistance to American families who have been hurt by the recession in recent years, as well as strengthening our economy by making key investments in improving our nation’s infrastructure.
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Former Mortgage Broker Convicted in Real Estate Investment Scheme
July 30, 2010 Posted by Maine RealEstateRama
July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — A Hancock County Superior Court jury convicted Eric S. Murphy, Jr. of Ellsworth on Wednesday in connection with an investment scam Murphy ran in conjunction with his residential construction loan business. Murphy, a former mortgage loan broker whose license was revoked by the Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection in April, 2009, was found guilty of taking approximately $450,000 from 4 investors under false pretenses during the period October, 2006 through April, 2008. Instead of using funds received from investors to fund mortgage loans for consumers, Murphy used the bulk of the proceeds for his own business and personal purposes.
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Cox Files Criminal Charges Against 19 for “Foreclosure Rescue” Scams
July 30, 2010 Posted by Michigan RealEstateRama
LANSING, MI – July 30, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — Attorney General Mike Cox today announced the filing of 19 criminal complaints and a total of 69 charges against illegal advanced fee “foreclosure rescue” operations accused of defrauding Michigan families of thousands of dollars. Nine Michigan mortgage companies are accused of illegally charging homeowners facing foreclosure upfront fees for mortgage modification assistance. The defendants claimed they would help homeowners by working with their lenders in an attempt to modify the borrower’s mortgage. After paying the upfront fee, borrowers found that the companies made no real attempt to secure a modification and were subsequently unable to get their money back. Many of the victims lost their homes to foreclosure.
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