Connecticut RealEstateRama
Harp Welcomes New Federal Funding to Help Unemployed Homeowners
October 7, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- State Senator Toni N. Harp (D- New Haven), the Senate chair of the legislature’s Appropriations Committee, today welcomed the news from Washington that Connecticut is one of 32 states to qualify for federal funding to help struggling, unemployed homeowners in the state. Connecticut qualified under the federal government’s Emergency Homeowner Loan Program.
Attorney General Asks CT Courts To Freeze Home Foreclosures 60 Days Because Of Defective...
October 1, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Attorney General Richard Blumenthal today asked the state Judicial Department to freeze all home foreclosures for 60 days because of defective document filings and institute measures to assure the integrity of future filings.
Duff: Foreclosures, Short Sales No Longer Subject to Real Estate Conveyance Tax
September 28, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Beginning this Thursday, homeowners facing foreclosure or short sale of their property will no longer be subject to the state’s real estate conveyance tax, state Senator Bob Duff (D-Norwalk), Senate chair of the General Assembly’s Banks Committee said today
Attorney General Investigating Defective GMAC/Ally Foreclosure Docs, Demands Halt To Its CT Foreclosures
Hartford, CT - September 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Attorney Richard Blumenthal announced today his office is investigating defective foreclosure documents filed by GMAC/Ally Finance, Inc. in Connecticut and demanding the company freeze all foreclosures in the state.
Obama Administration Awards Additional $9.3 Million to Stabilize Connecticut Neighborhoods Hard-Hit by Foreclosure
WASHINGTON, DC - September 10, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan today awarded an additional $9,322,756 million in funding to Connecticut communities struggling to reverse the effects of the foreclosure crisis. The grants announced today represent a third round of funding through HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) and will provide targeted emergency assistance to help local communities in Connecticut acquire, redevelop or demolish foreclosed properties. (See below for a complete list of Connecticut funding)
DeLauro Announces $1,041,579 Housing Grant for New Haven
New Haven, CT - September 9, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) announced today that the city of New Haven was selected to receive a grant of $1,041,579 through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program. Originally funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), these funds are part of an additional $1 billion that have been made available through the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
Apartment Owners Association Of Connecticut Meeting
AOACT Meeting 09/15/10. 7:00 to 9:00 pm Comfort Inn. 900 East Main St. Meriden, CT.
FREE for AOA and CTREIA Members | $30 for non-members. Learn from and network with other Apartment Owners and Landlords in Connecticut.
Murphy Visits Vet House to Announce New Federal Housing Vouchers for Homeless Veterans in...
DANBURY, CT - August 31, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, Congressman Chris Murphy (CT-5) visited Vet House in Danbury for a tour and to announce that for the first time, Danbury is receiving 15 new federal housing vouchers dedicated to housing homeless veterans in the city. Currently, there are at least 1,000 homeless veterans in Connecticut on any given night, and in the 5th Congressional District, 10% of homeless adults have served in the military.
Gomes & Musto, Advocates, Detail Assistance Available for Those Facing Home Foreclosure
Bridgeport, CT - August 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Nearly one in 12 homeowners in Connecticut in foreclosure or more than 90 days late on their mortgage payments, according to a recent report issued by the foreclosure-tracking firm RealtyTrac. Connecticut currently has the 20th highest foreclosure rate in the country, and the city of Bridgeport has the highest rate of any city in the state, with 98 new foreclosure actions initiated in July alone
DeLauro Votes for Investments in Transportation, Housing Infrastructure Legislation will create new jobs, boost...
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.
New Haven Homeowners Facing Foreclosure Get a Lifeline: General Assembly Extends Mediation Program
New Haven, CT - July 22, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senate Majority Leader Martin Looney (D-New Haven) and Senator Toni Harp (D-New Haven) joined New Haven Mayor John DeStefano; State Rep. Juan Candelaria; representatives from the ROOF (Real Options Overcoming Foreclosure) Project, and the Connecticut Fair Housing Center, and residents who have faced foreclosure for a news conference in New Haven today to announce that the state’s landmark foreclosure mediation program is being extended for another two years.
New Haven Homeowners Facing Foreclosure Get a Lifeline: General Assembly Extends Mediation Program
New Haven, CT - July 22, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senate Majority Leader Martin Looney (D-New Haven) and Senator Toni Harp (D-New Haven) joined New Haven Mayor John DeStefano; State Rep. Juan Candelaria; representatives from the ROOF (Real Options Overcoming Foreclosure) Project, and the Connecticut Fair Housing Center, and residents who have faced foreclosure for a news conference in New Haven today to announce that the state’s landmark foreclosure mediation program is being extended for another two years.
Fonfara Joins Hartford Homeowner to Tout Benefits of Home Energy Audit
July 22, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- State Senator John Fonfara (D-Hartford) joined a Hartford homeowner today as she took part in a $75 “Home Energy Solutions” energy audit that could save her several hundred dollars a year in heating, cooling and electricity costs
DeLauro Announces Over $9 Million in Housing Aid for 3rd District
Washington, DC - July 14, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) announced today the award of $9,089,530 in housing grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The funds, which include Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG), HOME program grants, and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) grants, will go to Hamden, Stratford, West Haven, and New Haven, and are to be distributed as such
Crisco, Gentile Welcome Funds For New Home of Naugatuck Valley Regional Fire Training School
July 14, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- State Senator Joseph J. Crisco, Jr. (D-Woodbridge), and state Representative Linda Gentile (D-Ansonia) today announced final approval for significant state funding to help secure property that will become the future home of the (Naugatuck) Valley Regional Fire Training School. The lawmakers said a total of $950,000 is now available to purchase property in Beacon Falls for the project
Homeowners Facing Foreclosure Get a Lifeline: General Assembly Extends Mediation Program For Another Year
July 14, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. (D-Brooklyn) joined State Rep. Susan Johnson (D-Willimantic); representatives from the Access Community Action Agency in Willimantic, and the Connecticut Fair Housing Center for a news conference in Willimantic today to announce that the state’s landmark foreclosure mediation program is being extended for another year.
Total Mortgage Expands Reverse Mortgage Program To Assist Growing Senior Population
MILFORD, CT - July 7, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Total Mortgage Services, LLC, a leading mortgage lender and broker, announced today it is expanding its reverse mortgage lending operation, Total Mortgage Reverse Mortgage Program, to help more senior homeowners in need of accessing the equity available in their homes during this challenging economic environment. In conjunction with this expansion, Total Mortgage has hired Donna Marino as Reverse Mortgage Specialist to lead the dedicated reverse mortgage product business.
Himes, DeLauro Announce $300K Grant to WorkPlace, Inc. to Help At-Risk Vets Find Jobs
WASHINGTON, DC - July 7, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Representatives Jim Himes (CT-4) and Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) announced today that the WorkPlace, Inc. will receive a $300,000 grant to help give formerly incarcerated veterans a second chance to successfully transition in the civilian world. The program will specifically assist these at-risk veterans in their efforts to secure employment and avoid homelessness.
CTREIA Monthly Meeting with Terry Hale: Commercial Real Estate
Cromwell, CT - July 5, 2010 - (RealEstateRama)
CT REIA and Terry Hale presents: Recession-Proof Income with Commercial Real Estate. July 19 - 5:30 to 9:00 PM. Crowne Plaza Hotel. 100 Berlin Road. Cromwell, CT FREE for CTREIA and AOACT members | $30 for guests
Senate Democrats: Thousands of Seniors Will Soon Pay Less for In-Home Nursing Care
Hartford, CT - July 1, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Starting July 1st thousands of seniors across Connecticut who are struggling to stay in their homes will have the opportunity to receive additional support from the state—and Senate Democratic leaders calls it a win-win for seniors and taxpayers.
Customized IDX solution simplifies real estate website of Connecticut Realtor Ruth Jones
EUGENE, OR - June 30, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, IDX, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Ruth Jones, owner of Ruth Jones Homes, to the team of real estate professionals dedicated to providing home seekers with the best online home search experience around. With the adoption of IDX Broker software, the website of Ruth Jones is now completely compatible with the Consolidated MLS (CMLS), which makes finding a home in New Canaan, Connecticut monumentally easier for agents, brokers and potential buyers alike. Jones can once again enjoy the real estate profession, thanks to the ease and efficiency the new IDX technology brings to her website.
General Assembly Takes Action in Special Session to Help Neighborhoods and Homeowners Affected by...
June 22, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. (D-Brooklyn) says action taken today in special session by the General Assembly will help neighborhoods and homeowners in Connecticut cope with the effects of the mortgage foreclosure crisis.
Murphy Helps Secure Federal Energy Efficiency Grant for Cheshire and Other Communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. - June 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- With the support of Congressman Chris Murphy (CT-5), the federal Department of Energy (DOE) has announced it is awarding a $4.1 million grant to the "Neighbor to Neighbor Energy Challenge," a consortium of 14 Connecticut communities and nine project partners, which includes Cheshire
Murphy Helps Secure Federal Energy Efficiency Grant for Cheshire and Other Communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. - June 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- With the support of Congressman Chris Murphy (CT-5), the federal Department of Energy (DOE) has announced it is awarding a $4.1 million grant to the "Neighbor to Neighbor Energy Challenge," a consortium of 14 Connecticut communities and nine project partners, which includes Cheshire
Governor Rell: Connecticut Partnership to Receive Nearly $4.2 Million in Stimulus for Energy...
HARTFORD, CT - June 15, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Governor M. Jodi Rell announced today that a partnership led by the Connecticut Clean Energy Fund, a ratepayer fund to promote, develop and invest in clean energy sources, will receive $4.17 million in competitive federal stimulus funds for energy efficiency, conservation and renewable energy programs in Connecticut.
Steady Sales at The Willows Defy Challenging Market Conditions
Wallingford, CT - June 7, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Thanks to robust sales of single family homes at The Willows and despite tough economic conditions, VW Homes has announced the opening of Phase 3, the final phase of construction at this community. This announcement comes months ahead of schedule. The final twenty-two homes are slated to be completed by the spring of 2011
DeLauro Announces Veterans Housing Assistance Funds for Waterbury and West Haven
Washington, DC - June 2, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) announced today that the Waterbury and West Haven Housing Authorities have been awarded HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) vouchers. The Waterbury Housing Authority will receive $188,526, and the West Haven Housing Authority will receive $196,470, part of $58,627,081 in housing support for homeless veterans being awarded nationwide
Key Committee Clears Murphy Bill to Power Collinsville Dams; Town-Operated Refurbished Dams Could Power...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 28, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- In an effort to put Connecticut residents in control of their power needs, Congressman Chris Murphy (CT-5) secured passage in the House Energy and Commerce Committee of a bill to allow the town Canton to operate its dams, in cooperation with Avon and Burlington. The Collinsville dams, once retrofitted, are expected to produce about two Megawatts of power, enough to power more than 1,500 homes.
CITY OF HARTFORD REAL ESTATE AUCTION MAY 27, 2010 AT 6:30 PM
May 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The City of Hartford will conduct a live public auction to sell city-owned properties on Thursday, May 27th at 6:30 PM. The auction will be held in the Atrium at City Hall, 550 Main Street, in Downtown Hartford. Bidder registration will begin at 5:30 PM. The auction is open to the public, and there is no cost to register as a bidder
DeLauro Announces $720,000 in Housing Aid to New Haven
Washington, DC - May 13, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) announced today the award of a $720,000 grant to the Housing Authority of the City of New Haven to help public housing residents become more financially self-sufficient. The funds are part of almost $28 million awarded nationwide by the Department of Housing and Urban Development as part of the Resident Opportunities and Self Sufficiency (ROSS) program.