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Governor Culver Announces $29 Million in Housing and Disaster Recovery Awards
DES MOINES, IA - May 13, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Governor Chet Culver today announced $29 million in housing fund awards to 47 recipients through Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME). Also announced were an additional nine awards that received funding as a part of the $516.7 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery Funds announced in October 2009. The Iowa Department of Economic Development received the CDBG allocations from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Governor Culver Announces Award of $5 Million in Federal Tax Credits for Affordable Housing...
Low-Income Housing Tax Credits benefit Iowans in communities large and small
DES MOINES, IA - May 13, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Nine projects in eastern, western and central Iowa will receive approximately $5 million in federal housing tax credits to build or rehabilitate 312 units of affordable housing, Governor Chet Culver announced today.
Governor Culver announces $2.6 million in I-JOBS affordable housing awards
Grants support affordable housing in Akron, Cedar Rapids, Holstein and Woodbine.
DES MOINES, IA - May 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Culver/Judge administration’s I-JOBS initiative continues to make an impact across Iowa, as Governor Chet Culver announced today that $2.6 million in I-JOBS affordable housing assistance funds have been allocated to five projects. The awards mark the final allocations of the $20 million available through the I-JOBS Affordable Housing Program, administered by the Iowa Finance Authority.
Boswell Votes to Strengthen Rural Iowa’s Housing Industry and Economy
Washington, DC - April 28, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, Congressman Leonard Boswell supported and the House passed H.R. 5017, the Rural Housing Preservation and Stabilization Act, to ensure that families in rural Iowa communities continue to have access to affordable mortgages through the Department of Agriculture’s loan guarantee program.
DAS, DPS BUILDING TO RECEIVE “GREEN” AWARD FROM U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL
Des Moines, IA - April 23, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- On Friday, April 23, 2010, the Iowa Department of Administrative Services and the Department of Public Safety will receive an award from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The DPS building is the only LEED certified building on the State of Iowa Capitol Complex. LEED stands for: Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. The LEED Building Rating System is a voluntary, consensus based standard to support and certify successful green building design, construction and operations
April is Fair Housing Month – How to be Your Best Advocate?
April 14, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- In recognition of Fair Housing month the Sioux City Human Rights Commission, Siouxland Human Investment Partnership (SHIP)and the Four Directions Community Center are hosting a symposium “How To Be Your Best Advocate” will be held Thursday, April 22nd at the Four Directions Community Center, 613 Water Street, between 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Governor Culver: $2.2 Million in I-JOBS Funds Supports Affordable Housing
DES MOINES, IA - April 7, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Governor Chet Culver announced today that six affordable housing initiatives will receive a total of more than $2.2 million to preserve and construct affordable housing. The awards are made through the Affordable Housing Program, a part of the Culver/Judge Administration’s I-JOBS initiative. The Iowa Finance Authority administers the program.
Iowa Finance Authority awards $25,000 grant from State Housing Trust Fund to support affordable...
Des Moines, IA - April 7, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) Board of Directors recently approved a grant of $25,000 to the Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC) to help advance affordable homeownership in Oelwein. The funding is made available through the State Housing Trust Fund’s Project-Based program. The program provides financing for the development of affordable single-family and multifamily housing units
$930,884 to Iowa for Housing
WASHINGTON, DC - March 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Chuck Grassley said today that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded grants totaling $930,884 to Iowa through the Family Self Sufficiency Program.
$930,884 to Iowa for Housing
WASHINGTON, DC - March 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Chuck Grassley said today that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded grants totaling $930,884 to Iowa through the Family Self Sufficiency Program.
Grassley works to hold housing department accountable for how stimulus dollars are spent
WASHINGTON, DC - March 16, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senator Chuck Grassley is asking the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to account for the way federal tax dollars obligated by the 2009 economic stimulus bill have been spent, including $312 million for public housing in Puerto Rico and program dollars to state housing authorities.
Loebsack Fights to Fix Unfair Loophole in Homebuyer Tax Credit
Washington, DC - March 10, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Loebsack sent a letter today to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi urging her to bring legislation to the floor that will ensure Iowans are not barred from tax credits due to requirements that penalize married couples. The issue was brought to his attention after a married couple in Iowa found that they were ineligible for the expanded First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit due a loophole that requires both spouses to meet the same criteria
Iowa Finance Authority Awards $100,000 from State Housing Trust Fund to Benefit Affordable Housing...
Des Moines, IA - March 5, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) Board of Directors recently approved two grants for a total of $100,000 to support affordable homeownership in Council Bluffs and Oakville. The funding is made available through the State Housing Trust Fund’s Project-Based Program. The program provides financing for the development of affordable single-family and multifamily housing units.
GOVERNOR CULVER: I-JOBS CONTINUES TO SUPPORT AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN IOWA
DES MOINES, IA - March 3, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Governor Chet Culver announced today that affordable housing initiatives in Council Bluffs, Des Moines and Dubuque will receive a total of more than $2.8 million to preserve 117 affordable housing units. The awards are made through the Affordable Housing Program, a part of the Culver/Judge Administration’s I-JOBS initiative. The Iowa Finance Authority administers the program.
Rental Registration Fees Due
Sioux City, IA - January 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Inspection Services Division would like to remind property owners who have rental property within the city to register the property before it is to be rented or leased.
More Than $1 Million to Council Bluffs, Marshalltown from HUD
WASHINGTON, DC - January 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senator Chuck Grassley today said that $1,045,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development was released to Council Bluffs and Marshalltown through the regular appropriations process.
Loebsack Wrote to President, Urging a Speedy Release of Funds for Iowa Families and...
Washington, DC - January 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Dave Loebsack (D-IA) announces $4,847,522 for home heating assistance to aid Iowa families and seniors who are struggling in the current economic crisis. Congressman Loebsack is an avid supporter of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and urged President Obama to quickly release these funds.
Boswell Announces $4.8 million in Emergency Funding to Iowa for Energy Assistance for Low-Income...
Washington, DC - January 25, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Leonard Boswell announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has distributed $4,847,522 to Iowa for its Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) which helps families pay for home heating, cooling, and other energy costs
Governor Culver to Sign Property Tax Relief Legislation This Morning
DES MOINES, IA - January 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Governor Chet Culver today will sign three bills designed to protect Iowa taxpayers and maximize state aid for schools
I-JOBS Drives Affordable Housing in Davenport and West Union
More than $200,000 in I-JOBS grants made to preserve and build affordable housing. DES MOINES, IA - January 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Governor Chet Culver announced this week that two organizations will use I-JOBS funds to build and preserve 62 affordable housing projects in Davenport and West Union. The awards total more than $200,000 and are made through the Affordable Housing Assistance Grant Fund, a part of the Culver/Judge Administration’s I-JOBS initiative. The Iowa Finance Authority administers the program
$93,536 to Iowa from HUD
WASHINGTON, Dc - January 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded a $93,536 grant through a competitive process to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission in Des Moines through the Education and Outreach Initiative in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Fair Housing Initiatives program.
$95,893 to Iowa for Housing
WASHINGTON, DC - January 13, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Senator Chuck Grassley said today that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded grants totaling $95,893 to the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency and the Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority through the Family Self Sufficiency Program.
Boswell announces more than $2.74 million for homeless assistance programs in Iowa’s 3rd District
Washington, DC - December 28, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, Congressman Leonard Boswell announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded $2,745,287 in Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance (CoC) awards for Iowa’s 3rd District.
Iowa Finance Authority Awards $200,000 from State Housing Trust Fund
Des Moines, IA - December 10, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) Board of Directors recently approved a total of $200,000 in grants to four entities to support affordable housing and homeownership preservation from the State Housing Trust Fund’s Project-Based Program. The program provides financing for the development of affordable single-family and multifamily housing units.
Property Improvements May Qualify for Tax Exemption
Sioux City, IA - December 9, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- December 31 is the deadline to file for Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption on eligible properties which received property improvements during calendar year 2009. All residential property owners within the corporate limits of the City of Sioux City that made improvements to their property in 2009 are encouraged to apply for the tax exemption.
Iowa Finance Authority Awards Nearly $13 Million in Federal Disaster Housing Tax Credits, ARRA...
DES MOINES, DC - December 8, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) Board of Directors recently approved nearly $13 million in federal resources to finance the development of The Rose of Council Bluffs, a 76 unit affordable housing development for older residents
FEMA Waives Rent Collection for Temporary Housing Units Until January 1, 2010
WASHINGTON- Senator Chuck Grassley today applauded the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) decision to delay the collection of rent from households remaining in FEMA-provided temporary housing units due to the 2008 floods until January 1, 2010. Grassley had requested an extension to help the transitioning families from facing the expense just before the holidays.
Grassley Introduces Extension of Housing Tax Relief for Midwestern Disaster Victims
WASHINGTON, DC - November 23, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa has introduced legislation giving Midwestern disaster victims more time to benefit from tax relief intended to help them repair or replace their devastated homes.
Invite Someone Home Again This Holiday Season
November 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Sioux City Economic Development Department is continuing its campaign inviting former residents to move back to Sioux City this holiday season. Initially launched late last year, the “Home Again” marketing initiative will utilize local media including print, tv, bus signage, banners and electronic billboards to target parents and families who want to see their children move back to Sioux City.
Grassley: Rushed Stimulus Package Leaves Taxpayers Facing Problems With Making Work Pay Tax Credit
November 16, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, ranking member of the Committee on Finance, today made the following comment on a new report saying that a $400 tax credit provided by the economic stimulus plan may leave more than 15.4 million Americans owing money to the IRS because of under-withholding from their paychecks. The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) today released its review of the IRS’ administration of the making work pay credit. Recent reports have documented administrative problems with the homebuyer tax credit and the existing health care tax credit
