Yearly Archives: 2010

Congressman Al Green and Ambassador Raymond Joseph Call for a Sustained Commitment in Haiti

Houston, TX - March 1, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Al Green (TX-09) and His Excellency Raymond Joseph, Haitian Ambassador to the United States, discussed current conditions and humanitarian relief efforts in Haiti, following January's 7.0 magnitude earthquake that devastated the island nation.

New state council visits El Paso, gathers input on special needs housing

AUSTIN, TX - February 17, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- El Paso-area residents concerned with the housing challenges confronting elderly individuals and persons with disabilities have a unique opportunity to help shape public policy at an upcoming meeting held by the state.

IAOP NAMES CB RICHARD ELLIS AMONG TOP OUTSOURCING PROVIDERS FOR FOURTH TIME

Los Angeles, CA - February 17, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) has named CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. (CBRE) to The 2010 Global Outsourcing 100 for the fourth straight year. The list recognizes the world's best outsourcing service providers across all industries, and is based on applications received and evaluated by an independent panel of judges organized by IAOP.

Jury Convicts Two in Multi-Million Dollar Mortgage Fraud Scheme

HOUSTON, TX - February 5, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- A federal jury found David Vasser, 61, a Houston area resident, and Shirely Adger, 52, a Dallas area resident, guilty of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud.

State’s $30 million mortgage credit program to help veterans become homeowners

AUSTIN, TX - February 9, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Honoring those who preserve and protect the American Dream to finally live it, Governor Rick Perry and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) have announced the launching of a new homebuyer initiative with a special focus on veterans.

Marchant Unveils “Mortgage E-Verify Act”

Washington, D.C. - February 5, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Kenny Marchant (TX-24) issued the following release today after unveiling his new bill, H.R. 4586 the Mortgage E-Verify Act.

PSMI Opens New Office In Belton, TX

Roswell, NM - February 4, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- PrimeSource Mortgage, Inc. (PSMI), a leading mortgage brokerage and banking company, and a wholly owned subsidiary of PSM Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: PSMH) announces the opening of a new office in Belton, TX near the Ft. Hood military base.

Sam Johnson announces a FREE foreclosure prevention workshop

Washington, DC - February 3, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congressman Sam Johnson (3rd Dist.—Texas) in conjunction with the DFW Home Ownership Preservation Enterprise will host a FREE foreclosure prevention workshop on Saturday, February 27th at 9:00 a.m. in Dallas. The event is open to the public and the press.

Grubb & Ellis Apartment REIT Enters Agreement to Acquire Bella Ruscello Luxury Apartment Homes...

DALLAS, TX - January 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Grubb & Ellis Apartment REIT, Inc. today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Bella Ruscello Luxury Apartment Homes, a 216-unit multifamily community located in the Dallas suburb of Duncanville.

HUD Awards $824,000 to Austin, Houston and San Antonio to Fight Housing Discrimination in...

FORT WORTH, TX - January 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today awarded at total of $824,707,000 to three fair housing organizations in Texas to assist people who believe they have been victims of housing discrimination.

State housing agency makes $225,000 investment in Temple through homebuyer assistance

AUSTIN, TX - January 25, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) today announced a $225,000 award to the Temple Housing Authority to assist eligible residents with the purchase of their first home, providing greater stability to area low income families and a shot in the arm to the local economy.

New state council visits Houston, gathers input on special needs housing

AUSTIN, TX - January 25, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Houston-area residents concerned with the housing challenges confronting elderly individuals and persons with disabilities have a unique opportunity to help shape public policy at an upcoming meeting held by the state.

State housing agency providing lift to East Austin’s affordable rental market

AUSTIN, TX - January 25, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has announced a funding award to help finance the redevelopment of an existing affordable rental property in East Austin that will allow the apartment complex to continue to provide low income tenants with decent, affordable housing while providing a shot in the arm to the local economy.

Duke Energy Acquires First Commercial Solar Power Project

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - January 25, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Duke Energy is adding solar power to its commercial renewable energy portfolio through the acquisition...

Congressman Al Green champions equal opportunity during a hearing on his Housing Fairness Bill

Washington, D.C. - January 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, the Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity, held a hearing on the Housing Fairness Act of 2009 (H.R. 476), which Congressman Al Green (TX-09) introduced in the House of Representatives in January of 2009.

Congressman Rubén Hinojosa Announces Grant Award of Nearly $3 Million for McAllen’s Affordable Homes...

Washington, D.C. - January 19, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Rep. Rubén Hinojosa (TX-15) announced the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development selected the McAllen based non-profit to receive the grant funds.

Congressman Al Green applauds the Administration’s decision to grant Temporary Protection Status to the...

Washington (DC) - January 18, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) --January 15, 2010- Today Congressman Al Green (TX-09) applauded the Obama Administration after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced its decision to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian nationals who were in the United States as of January 12, 2010. This will allow eligible Haitian nationals to continue living and working in the United States for the next 18 months

HUD Awards $447,000 in Grants to Housing Authorities in Texas to Help Public Housing...

FORT WORTH, TX - January 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today awarded a total of $477,106 to eight Texas housing authorities to help public housing residents find jobs that lead them toward economic independence. A list of the grantees and amounts follows.

Ortiz Announces $50k Grant For Cameron County Housing Authority

WASHINGTON, DC - January 12, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, U.S. Rep. Solomon P. Ortiz (D-Texas) announced that the Cameron County Housing Authority received $50,565 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Congressman Al Green laments the tragedy in Haiti and collaborates in the relief efforts...

Washington (DC) - January 13, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) expressed his deep condolences to the people of Haiti in the wake of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that devastated the capital of Port-Au-Prince on Tuesday. The Congressman also pledged to cooperate with federal and local authorities to assist with the relief efforts they are coordinating.

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