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How Do I Obtain a Real Estate Lien
FDIC Gov Article, Feb 02, 2005 Explanation Of How To Obtain a Real EstateReal Estate Reality Shows Reflective of the Bust
August 27, 2009
Several networks, including HGTV and Bravo created real estate reality shows before the real estate bubble burst, which they have now had either to cancel or postpone until the market turns...
NYC Real Estate Agents Struggle with Bedbug Infestation
August 20, 2009
According to city officials, a number of bedbug infestations have sprung up across New York City in recent years. The tiny mites inhabit beds and other furniture, where they lay in wait...
States Create Laws to Prevent Pressuring Real Estate Appraisal Firms
August 13, 2009
During the heights of the last real estate boom, appraisal firms were often pressured by small mortgage companies to line up a property’s value with it listing price- to ensure a sale. However, now...
Farm Real Estate Values Fall
August 6, 2009
According to the most recent numbers, the value of farm real estate, along with private homes and commercial real estate has dropped dramatically. The national average...
WSJ Offers Tips to Sell Homes This Summer
July 30, 2009
In the current economic climate, many people are not interested in buying new homes. This is leaving many individuals and families in trouble as they look to get rid of their old houses...
Staten Islanders Receive Freeze of Real Estate Taxes
July 23, 2009
The governor of New York, David Paterson, just signed a bill that will freeze all real estate taxes on Staten Island for a year. The legislation was proposed by Staten Island...
Enthusiasm for Commercial Real Estate Increases
July 16, 2009
This month, a government program, which is aimed at jumpstarting the commercial real estate market, received a greater deal of interest and enthusiasm from investors around the...
Thirteen Real Estate Professionals Indicted for Charges of Enterprise Corruption
July 10, 2009
Recently, the Manhattan district attorney announced that 13 people would be...
Google Adds Real Estate Tool
July 8, 2009
The popular search engine Google recently launched a new program, which allows...
Investors Show No Interest in Commercial Real Estate Loans
June 19, 2009
In an attempt to boost the economy, the federal government created a plan that would...
How to Pick a Realtor
June 16, 2009
Buying or selling a home may seem to be a rather intimidating task. However a realtor...
New York City Tries to Sell Cemetery
May 21, 2009
According to a recent article in the New York Times, the city of New York has been trying for the past 25 years to sell one particular piece of property- the Canarsie Cemetery in Brooklyn...
Florida Makes it Easier for Developers to Keep Developing
May 14, 2009
Many Florida residents are concerned about legislation, which will make it easier for developers in the state to build new properties. With more than 300,000 residential units sitting empty...
Mortgage Reform Bill Considered by the House Committee
May 7, 2009
The United States House Committee recently approved, in a vote of 49-21, the Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act of 2009. This bill is an enhanced version of that which was...
Real Estate Crisis Hits American Malls
April 23, 2009
The global credit crisis has begun to hit home for many thousands of American consumers. The most recent failing has been the nation’s malls and shopping centers...
Offices in San Francisco May Become Available
April 16,2009
According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the latest sector of the business world to be hit by the banking and economic crisis is the office buildings. Many owners of small commercial buildings have begun...
Homeowners Losing Deposit Money and Hopes of Home Ownership amidst Credit Crisis
March 30, 2009In some developments across the country, potential homeowners are facing losing hundreds of thousands of dollars made in deposit payments to developers in light in the recent credit crisis...
Real Estate Attorney’s Alleged Fraudulent Activity Causes Collapse of Bank
March 24, 2009 In Charlotte, the District Court in Charlotte began hearing testimony in the case of Victoria Sprouse, 39, who stands accused of a litany of charges relating to fraudulent loans and real estate closing practices...
US mortgage applications up as refinancing jumps
Staff Writer, Feb 09, 2009 A breath of fresh air into the economy, maybe a revitalizing wind to stimulate our
California Real Estate Drop
Staff Writter, Jan 19, 2009 Though home sales rose at the end of 2008, median house prices in several California markets continue to
US Home Construction Sinks to New Record Low
Staff Writter, Dec 15, 2008 Although the us new construction housing scenario is bleak right now, we can expect it to bounce back like it always
HUD Announces $2.4 Billion Available Through 38 Grant Programs
Housing and Urban Development, Mar 14, 2007 The Department of Housing and Urban Development published HUDs Fiscal YearHud Housing Authority In Chicago
hud.gov, Jun 29, 2006 The Chicago Housing Authority will save an estimated $70Two Central Illinois Men Plead Guilty to Mortgage Loan Scheme: Why It Is Important To Choose The Right Illinois Real Estate Attorney
IL Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 Example Of Problems That Can Arise Without a Good Illinois Real EstateThe Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 Will Help In Todays Society
USDA Gov Article, Feb 08, 2005 Explanation Of What The Taxpayer Relief Act Of 1997Georgia Real Estate Laws: Why You May Need a Georgia Real Estate Lawyer
Federal Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 Explanation Of Why You Might Need a Georgia Real EstateZoning And Permits Are Required
VA Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 Defining What Zoning And Permits Are And When They AreWhen Is Construction Considered a Zoning And Permit Violation
TN Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 Article About Zoning And PermitWhat Do Real Estate Contract Laws Consist Of
MA Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 Explanation Of Real EstateResidential Property Laws: What They Mean To You The Buyer
Federal Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 Description Of Residential PropertyBroken Promises: Promissory Note Fraud, and Promissory law
SEC Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 A promissory note is a form of debt ? similar to a loan or an IOU ? that a company may issue to raiseHome Title Insurance What You Should and Shouldnt Do
HUD Gov Article, Feb 07, 2005 What You Should Do Regarding Your Home TitleWhat Is a Dual Agency And Where Does a Dual Agent Fit In
MO Gov Article, Feb 03, 2005 Explanation Of What a Dual AgencyWhat Do Real Estate Easements Affect
Free Advice WebSite, Feb 04, 2005 Explanation Of What a Real Estate EasementHere's how you can avoid the costly mistake of investing in a sham promissory note: These Would Be Considered a Violation Of Promissory Note Law
SEC Gov Article, Feb 03, 2005 Tips To Avoid Promissory NoteWhat Secures Your Investment, And What Is Deed Of Trust Law
CA Gov Article, Feb 02, 2005 Help In Determining When Your Investment IsProperty Easement Law Policies
MA Gov Article, Feb 02, 2005 Property Easement Law Policies InWhat Mortgage Tax Laws Mean To You As a Homeowner
CBO Gov Article, Feb 01, 2005 Description Of Federal Mortgage TaxUsing a Mortgage Broker: Making The Right Choice
CA Gov Article, Jan 31, 2005 Helpful Information In Understaning What a Mortgage BrokerIllegal Actions of a Landlord: Is Landlord Tenant Court Needed
ATG Gov Article, Feb 01, 2005 Help In Determining Wether Or Not Landlord Tenant Court IsHow Are Real Estate Surveys Issued
MI Gov Article, Jan 31, 2005 Explanation Of How Real Estate Surveys AreMortgage Broker Laws Defined
DFI Gov Article, Jan 31, 2005 Listing of Mortgage BrokerIf the Rental Needs Repairs Does Landlord Tenant Code Apply
ATG Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Layout Of The Landlord TenantThe Three Phases In Property Survey Law
Federal Gov Article, Jan 30, 2005 List Of Phases In Property SurveyWhat Do Real Estate Agent Brokers Do For You
Federal Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 Explanation Of What Real Estate Agent Brokers Do To BenefitTypes Of Homeowners Insurance Laws And Policies
Federal Gov Article, Jan 17, 2005 Description Of Certain Homeowners Insurance Laws AndCourt Upholds $500,000 Penalty Against Mortgage Broker For Mortgage Law Violation
ATG Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 The State Court of Appeals this week upheld a $500,000 penalty imposed in 1995 on a former Bellevue mortgageI Am interested In Refinancing My House
VBA Gov Article, Jan 16, 2005 Help In Making The Right Decisions When Choosing To Refinance YourHomeowners Can Put Money In Piggy Banks By Refinancing
Staff Writer, Dec 18, 2008 When the mortgage rates began to hit rock bottom levels for the first time in almost a year, the opportunity was seized by many to shave significant sums off ofFTC Acts Against Two Family-Owned Mortgage Foreclosure ‘Rescue’ Operations
ftc.gov, Sep 23, 2008 The Federal Trade Commission has charged a Florida couple with violating federal law by deceiving consumers into believing that their homes could be saved fromLower Prices Bring Ray Of Sunshine To Shoppers
Staff Writter, Dec 08, 2008 The good news is that prices have dropped at the pump so you’re not paying an arm and a leg to fill up your gas tank. And recently lower prices for shoppers haveFDIC Report Highlights Suggestions for Expanding Mortgage Loans to Low- and Moderate-Income Households
fdic.gov, Sep 08, 2008 The FDIC today issued a report on ways mortgage lenders can responsibly and profitably expand the availability of home loans to low- andBear Stearns and EMC Mortgage to Pay $28 Million to Settle FTC Charges of Unlawful Mortgage Servicing
ftc.gov, Sep 15, 2008 The Bear Stearns Companies LLC and its subsidiary EMC Mortgage Corporation, have agreed to pay $28 million to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that theyFDIC Implements Loan Modification Program for Distressed IndyMac Mortgage Loans
fdic.gov, Aug 25, 2008 FDIC Chairman Sheila C. Bair today announced that IndyMac Federal Bank, FSB will implement a new program to systematically modify troubledFannie Mae to Increase Cash Incentives Paid to Servicers to Avoid Foreclosure
fanniemae.com, Sep 02, 2008 As part of its ongoing efforts to support borrowers facing foreclosure and promote responsible servicing practices, Fannie Mae (FNM/NYSE) announced today that it willFHA has helped 300,000 families find relief with Government-Backed Mortgages
hud.gov, Aug 12, 2008 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston today announced that 300,000 families have refinanced their mortgages with HUD'sHousing Act Aims to Encourage Energy Efficient Mortgages
energy.gov, Aug 20, 2008 President Bush signed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 into law on July 30, and while the act is focused primarily on addressing the mortgage crisis in theHUD announces disaster assistance for South Texas Hurricane Victims
hud.gov, Aug 04, 2008 U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston today announced HUD will speed federal disaster assistance to three hurricane-ravaged counties in SouthSmall Loans and Product Enhancements Fuel Fannie Mae's Investment of $20 Billion in Multifamily Housing During the First Half of 2008
fanniemae.com, Jul 29, 2008 Fannie Mae today announced that its DUS lenders delivered $18.2 billion of the company's total investment in multifamily rental housing, representing theVirginia Woman Indicted in $132 Million Scheme to Defraud Clients of Funds Allegedly Held in Trust
usdoj.gov, Jul 14, 2008 Lara Coleman, 40, of Richmond, Va., was charged in a superseding indictment with conspiracy, fraud and money laundering charges, Acting Assistant Attorney GeneralFDIC Establishes IndyMac Federal Bank, FSB as Successor to IndyMac Bank, F.S.B., Pasadena, California
fdic.gov, Jul 15, 2008 IndyMac Bank, F.S.B., Pasadena, CA, was closed today by the Office of ThriftBush Administration Implements Expansion of FHASecure Mortgage Assistance for Struggling Homeowners
hud.gov, Jul 23, 2008 The Bush Administration today implemented an expansion of its flagship mortgage insurance program to assist moreTransparency in the Structured Finance Market; Risks, Fallout from Nontraditional Mortgages are Focus of FDIC's Supervisory Insights
fdic.gov, Jun 30, 2008 The current turmoil in the financial markets, the housing market downturn and other credit quality issues have intensified the challenges now confronting regulators andExpanding Responsible Mortgage Credit Availability to Lower-Income Households to Be Focus of Two FDIC-Sponsored Events
fdic.gov, Jul 08, 2008 Strategies for promoting responsible and sustainable mortgage lending to low- and moderate-income (LMI) families will be the focus of the FDIC-sponsored Forum onFDIC to Sponsor Forum on Mortgage Lending for Low- and Moderate-Income Households
fdic.gov, Jun 04, 2008 The FDIC today announced that it will sponsor a Forum on Mortgage Lending for Low- and Moderate-Income (LMI) Households on July 8,Bush Adminsitration continues to help families stay in their homes during National Homeownership Month
hud.gov, Jun 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today launched a month-long campaign to continue helping families avoidBush Adminsitration to expand mortgage help for struggling families
hud.gov, Apr 15, 2008 The Bush Administration today announced additional mortgage assistance for subprime borrowers who are at risk ofBernardi highlights Bush Administration's solutions to save homeowners from foreclosure
hud.gov, May 01, 2008 The Bush Administration has put in place responsible solutions to help American families stay in their homes and avoid foreclosure, U.S. Department of Housing andBush Administration's FHASECURE refinances 200,000th mortgages for American Families
hud.gov, May 20, 2008 U.S. Housing and Urban Development Deputy Secretary Roy A. Bernardi today announced the Bush Administration's FHASecure product has helped 200,000 homeownersFHA Reaching Out To 850,000 At-Risk
HUD, Feb 20, 2008 HUD's Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is mailing hundreds of thousands of letters toHud Charges Chicago Landlord With Violating Fair Housing Act
HUD, Mar 11, 2008 The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced today that it has charged Cesar A.HUD Settles Discrimination Complaint Against Las Vegas Landlord
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Jan 16, 2008 Owners of Nevada apartment complex to pay families withDora's Division of Real Estate Stops Felon From Brokering Mortgage Loans to Unsuspecting Colorado CItizens
dora.state.co.us, Feb 11, 2008 The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) announced today that the Division of Real Estate issued its first formal actions against mortgage brokers accused ofNationstar Agrees to $105,000 Settlement
Kentucky.gov, Jan 10, 2008 The Kentucky Office of Financial Institutions announced it has reached a settlement agreement with Nationstar MortgageRemarks by Under Secretary Robert K. Steel to the NYC Subprime Lending and Foreclosure Summit
U.S. Department of Treasury, Dec 17, 2007 The strong American tradition of private ownership did not happen by accident; instead it has been fostered over many manyComptroller Dugan Urges Stronger Risk Management For Commercial Real Estate Loans, And Discusses Money Laundering Supervision
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Nov 28, 2007 Pointing to potential stresses ahead in commercial real estateAttorney General Settles with Kirkland-Based Real Estate Lead Company
Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Dec 03, 2007 The company didnt admit any wrongdoing but agreed to comply with injunctive provisions concerning its businessHUD and Miami-Dade County Settle Lawsuit
HUD, Oct 26, 2007 HUD takes possession of housing agency and appoints senior public housing specialist to manageGov. Blagojevich Provides Expanded, Permanent Property Tax Relief to Benefit 76% of Cook County Homeowners
Illinois.gov, Oct 30, 2007 Governor uses amendatory veto to permanently extend and expand the seven percentAttorney General Corbett Announces Lawsuit in Pittsburgh Area Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud Case
PA Attorney General, Nov 19, 2007 Accused of orchestrating a multimillion dollar mortgage and real estate scheme in Allegheny Beaver and ButlerGinnie Mae Increases Homeownership Opportunities for Veterans
The Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae), Oct 10, 2007 Ginnie Mae Eliminates home loan limits for Americans who haveBush Administration Foreclosure Prevention Initiatives Helping Families Keep Their Homes
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Oct 18, 2007 HUD Secretary highlights FHASecure, Housing Counseling grants, HOPE NOW alliance and other key proposals during MBA ConventionFTC Warns Mortgage Advertisers and Media That Ads May Be Deceptive
FTC, Sep 26, 2007 Many mortgage advertisers are making potentially deceptive claims about incredibly low rates and payments, without telling consumers the wholeBush Administration Announces 44 Million in Housing Counseling Grants to Nearly 400 Agencies
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Oct 05, 2007 National and regional agencies distribute much of HUD's housing counseling grant funding to community-based grassrootsAgencies Seek Comment on Subprime Mortgage Lending Statement
Federal Reserve, Sep 12, 2007 federal financial regulatory agencies issued for comment a proposed Statement on Subprime Mortgage Lending to address certain risks and emergingStatement From HUD Secretary Alphonso Jackson On House Passage of FHA Modernization Legislation
HUD, Sep 19, 2007 Today's vote in the House brings us one step closer to getting a comprehensive FHA Modernization bill to the President'sFederal Regulators Encourage Institutions to Work with Mortgage Borrowers Who Are Unable to Make Their Payments
Federal Reserve, Aug 29, 2007 agencies want to remind their institutions that existing regulatory guidance and accounting standards do not require immediate foreclosure on homes whenBush Administration To Help Nearly One-Quarter of a Million Homeowners Refinance
HUD, Sep 05, 2007 FHA has recently experienced a substantial increase in the number of conventional borrowers refinancing into FHAHUD Rolls Out Green Initiative For Some Properties
HUD, Aug 15, 2007 Section 8 properties to rehabilitate and operate theirFTC, Subprime Mortgage Servicer Agree to Modified Settlement
FTC, Aug 22, 2007 Federal Trade Commission announced that it has reached an agreement with a major subprime mortgage servicer to modify certain terms of a 2003 courtHUD Charges Kansas City Property Managers With The Fair Housing Act
HUD, Jul 26, 2007 Management accused of terminating employee because she informed tenants about their fair housingNearly 8 in 10 Americans Support Bill To Provide a Safe Alternative To High Cost Subprime Mortgages
HUD, Aug 01, 2007 Minorities, first-time homebuyers and families in high-cost areas strongly support FHAKnow Your Type of Mortgage
FTC, Aug 08, 2007 Many ARMs carry prepayment penalties that force borrowers to come up with thousands of dollars if they decide to refinance within the first few years of theReliable Government Approved Housing Counsling Services Avalable
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Jul 11, 2007 HUD Summit reveals half of homeowners facing foreclosure are afraid to contact lender or bank, but not counseling agencies, forSeniors Could Access Reverse Mortgage Under FHA Reform
HUD, Jul 18, 2007 Two million older Americans could tap into the equity they have built up in their homes by obtaining reverse mortgages if Congress passesHUD Sues Property ID Corp & 4 Real Estate Brokerages in Kickback Scheme
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Jun 28, 2007 Federal lawsuit seeks permanent injunction and return of illegitimateLong Term Mortgage Rates Drift Lower for Third Consecutive Week
Freddie Mac, Jul 05, 2007 Short Term Rates Mixed ThisThe Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act Overview
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Jun 13, 2007 RESPA covers loans secured with a mortgage placed on a one-to-four family residentialAgencies Make Recommendations to Maintain Competition and Protect Consumers
Federal Trade Commission, Jun 20, 2007 The FTC and industry regulators should promote consumer understanding of marketplaceSale of Residence - Real Estate Tax Tips
Internal Revenue Service, May 23, 2007 You may be able to exclude your gain from the sale of a home that you have used for business or to produce rentalGinnie Mae Commends New FHA HECM Loan Performance Study
Ginnie Mae, May 30, 2007 The newly released study comes as Ginnie Mae prepares its first HECM Mortgage-Backed Security (HMBS) forHUD Announces $100k Settlement of Fair Lending Complaint Against First Indiana Bank NA
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Jun 06, 2007 Indiana-based bank allegedly refused to make loans on row houses in Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington,Cash Out Refinance Shares Steady in First Quarter
Freddie Mac, May 02, 2007 Dollar Volume of Equity Cashed-Out Totals $70.5Housing production and home sales should begin to improve later this year.
National Association of Home Builders, May 16, 2007 There still are tremendous uncertainties regarding our baseline forecast goingAG eyes on New Century Oversight of Foreclosures to Weed Out Predatory Lending Violations
Office of the Attorney General, state of Ohio, Apr 16, 2007 New Century Financial Corp and AG Agree on Stipulated PreliminaryHousing Boston 2012 Conference
Freddie Mac, May 01, 2007 The housing finance system has done a great deal for homeownership in thisHUD Preserves Affordable Housing in New York by Denying Sale of Starrett City
Federal Government, Mar 21, 2007 Secretary Alphonso Jackson denied Clipper Equity, L.P.'s request to purchase the Starrett City housing development in Brooklyn, NewDon't Fall Prey to Predatory Lending
California Dept. of Real Estate, Apr 02, 2007 Predatory loans carry high up-front fees that can decreas the homeowner?sBlagojevich Administration Crackdowns on Unlawful Mortgage Brokerage Firms.
Illinoise Government News Network, Apr 09, 2007 Unannounced Inspections Net Over 190 Thousand Dollars InHUD Translates Housing Forms To Assist Landloards and Managers
HUD, Mar 07, 2007 Guidance in the Federal Register to assist housing providers in ensuring that people with limited English proficiency have an understanding of housingHUD Announces $2.4 Billion Available Through 38 Grant Programs
Housing and Urban Development, Mar 14, 2007 The Department of Housing and Urban Development published HUDs Fiscal Year