Events

WASHINGTON, D.C. - August 17, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today unveiled a new website featuring the finalists in its 19th annual Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Awards. The recently-named finalists represent the nation’s top-performing firms working in design, development, marketing and management of apartments and condos.The newly-launched website – www.nahb.org/pillarsawards – provides a full listing of all Pillars finalists, as well photos and information on each project. With its searchable format, visitors to the site can easily search for finalists by category or location. Additionally, the site includes comments by the award hosts and judges.

August 16, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The city of Phoenix is seeking proposals for the rehabilitation of a city-owned residential property at 50 W. Mariposa St. The city will hold a pre-submittal meeting at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16, at Phoenix City Hall, 200 W. Washington St., first floor, assembly room D.The pre-submittal meeting will provide an opportunity for proposers to ask questions about the Request for Proposals (RFP).

WASHINGTON, DC - August 13, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- As part of its neighborhood stabilization efforts in South Florida, Fannie Mae (FNMA/OTC) will hold private and public community homebuyer auctions for nearly 100 of its HomePath® REO (real-estate owned) properties in Florida's Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties at the Miami Beach Convention Center on Saturday, August 14

August 13, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) WHAT: Administered by ATHENA International and presented to leaders across professional sectors, the ATHENA Award’s rich history, international scope and focus on mentorship distinguish it as one of the most prestigious leadership awards one can receive. The ATHENA Award is presented to a woman - or man - who is honored for professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills.As part of the 2010 Women’s Leadership Development Summit, the WLDS Planning Committee is pleased to partner with ATHENA International and accept nominations for the following AIA ATHENA awards:

WASHINGTON, DC - August 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, the Obama Administration announced additional details about its August 17 Conference on the Future of Housing Finance, including a list of panelists and the conference agenda. This event will provide a forum for public input as the Administration continues its work developing a comprehensive housing finance reform proposal for delivery to Congress by January 2011.

New York, NY - August 11, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Harlem Community Development Corporation (HCDC) will sponsor the showcasing of four murals and six banner designs that will decorated the new Harlem River Park. The murals and banners were supported by the Harlem CDC and Harlem River Park Task Force, as well as New York City Department of Parks and Recreation and the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), both of which granted permission to adorn their walls

Denver, CO - August 9, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Global franchise real estate leader, RE/MAX, LLC, is hosting its annual Broker Owner Conference in Denver, CO, this week, August 8-10, with nearly a thousand attendees from 12 different countries. Featured presentations will be made by the industry’s top analysts.

August 6, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Long Beach Housing Development Company (LBHDC), together with Councilmember Dee Andrews, 6th District, The Los Angeles Neighborhood Housing Services (LANHS), and Los Angeles County NeighborWorks Center for Foreclosure Solutions invite the public to the "Help & Hope" Foreclosure Prevention Assistance and Homebuyer Education Fair at Long Beach Polytechnic High School. The free event has the dual purpose to “help” families prevent foreclosure and provide “hope” to families who dream of purchasing a home now that home prices are lower than in previous years. Congresswoman Laura Richardson is expected to attend.

WASHINGTON, Dc - August 3, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today Neighborhood Networks Week 2010 will be held August 2–7 with the theme, "A Successful Past, A Promising Future." The week-long observance is intended to raise public awareness about Neighborhood Networks, an education and technology-based initiative designed to improve the lives of residents living in HUD-assisted housing.

August 3, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- On Tuesday, August 3rd, Congressman Al Green (Texas 9th Congressional District) will visit KCOH Radio-1430 AM to talk about his top priorities for the rest of the 111th Congress. The Congressman will take phone calls from the audience and invites Houston’s media outlets to participate in the segment

WASHINGTON, D.C. - August 2, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today officially opened online registration for the NAHB International Builders' Show (IBS), the largest annual light construction tradeshow in the world. Considered a must-attend industry event, the 2011 show, to be held in Orlando, Fla., Jan. 12-15, features attractive deals on registration fees and education sessions for members who register now."The NAHB International Builders' Show is the event of the year for our industry, with its unmatched networking opportunities, education sessions, product showcase and special events attracting tens of thousands of professionals from around the globe," said NAHB Chairman Bob Jones, a home builder from Bloomfield Hills, Mich. "With multiple discounts and incentives making attending even more affordable, this year's show is certainly one not to miss."

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.

West Hartford, CT - July 29, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Find out what's working in Real Estate right now and how to build a Real Estate business that is automated and not dependent on you all the time

CT REIA and Terry Hale presents a Free Webinar West Hartford, CT - July 29, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) Exclusive Training In Commercial Real Estate August 3 - 8:00 to 9:00 PM (EST)

Washington, DC - July 28, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The office of Nevada Senator Harry Reid will host a home foreclosure prevention workshop in Las Vegas at the Lied Memorial Boys and Girls Club on Saturday, July 31.

Washington, DC - July 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Stan Soloway, Board Member of the Corporation for National and Community Service, will meet with Mayor Michael Nutter on Wednesday, July 28, to discuss ways that the federal agency can support Philadelphia's efforts to engage more residents in service that helps solve the city's toughest problems – from homelessness to illiteracy and youth violence

WASHINGTON, DC - July 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, the Obama Administration announced expanded opportunities for public engagement on the future of our nation's housing finance system, including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. These events, which will include a major conference in Washington, D.C., will help provide critical public input as the Administration continues its work developing a comprehensive housing finance reform proposal for delivery to Congress by January 2011

Atlanta, GA - July 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressmen John Lewis, David Scott, and Hank Johnson are proud to announce their upcoming event to assist Atlanta area homeowners who may be struggling with their mortgages. The three members are joining forces with the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, The Hope Now Alliance and NeighborWorks America for the "Help for Homeowners" project scheduled for Friday, July 30th 1:00PM to 7:30PM and Saturday, July 31st from 8:30AM to 3:00PM, at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, 265 Peachtree Center Avenue. HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan will also be in attendance on Saturday, July 31st.

TOPEKA, KS - July 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Affordable housing advocates, the Kansas Housing Conference Early Bird Deadline is fast approaching! If you want to save $49 off the full-conference registration fee, sign up by Saturday, July 31st. On August 1st, fees increase to $199.

July 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- What: The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) invites you to a briefing on how energy efficiency legislation can make new homes more affordable

Leesburg, VA - July 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Loudoun County is pleased to announce a new free “Post-Purchase Counseling” seminar to give recent homebuyers and prospective home purchasers an opportunity to explore topics often not covered by their lender or realtor. Administered by the Department of Family Services and held quarterly, topics include:

SIOUX CITY, IA - July 22, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Sioux City Housing Authority (SCHA) is pleased to announce in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that the VA will be hosting an informational meeting and accepting applications for the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Voucher Program on Friday, July 23, 2010, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Mid-town Community Center at 525 14th Street.

Leesburg, VA - July 21, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Loudoun County Department of Family Services will be facilitating Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) homebuyer education classes in the latter half of 2010.

July 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Professional & Financial Regulation - Consumer Credit RegulationThe Maine Housing Counseling Network with assistance and support from the Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection, US Department of Housing and Urban Development and the MaineHousing continues its series of free Foreclosure Prevention Clinics this Thursday afternoon and evening in Sanford. The fourth in this series will be held next month in Bangor. Others taken place this summer in Augusta and Portland.

Cromwell, CT - July 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Real Estate Investors: The Truth to energy deregulation exposed..

Topeka, KS - July 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Good intentions, tenacity and passion are essential qualities non-profits must have to achieve any community building mission, but are they enough? Unfortunately, many organizations realize too late that getting the job done also requires capacity, knowledge and resources

Brooklyn, NY - July 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- City Council member Stephen Levin will join 184 Kent residents, 32BJ SEIU members and workers allegedly fired for forming a union to demand that the building management stop harassing and intimidating its employees. Levin, residents and workers will also deliver a petition signed by hundreds of supportive renters in the half-full development.

Vancouver, WA - July 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Proposed changes to the county’s Unified Development Code (Title 40) will be the focus of a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners Tuesday, July 27 at 10 a.m. in the Public Service Center, Sixth-Floor Hearing Room, 1300 Franklin St.

WASHINGTON, DC - July 16, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Demonstrating the urgency to end housing discrimination, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today announced that it will hold a national fair housing conference in New Orleans, starting Monday, July 19. The five-day conference will feature leading scholars, advocates, government officials, and community leaders focused on providing equal housing opportunities, increasing economic opportunities for low-income individuals, and meeting the needs of persons with disabilities

BEAVER, W. Va.- July 14, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Rebuilding specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are offering safe cleanup and rebuilding advice in Wyoming, McDowell and Logan counties this week. The specialists provid...