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HUD affordability plan doesn’t include lowering FHA premiums

Housing Wire

Senior officials at the Department of Housing and Urban Development , which houses the FHA, said today during a press briefing that it would focus on improving financing for manufactured homes and revamp its renovation financing. A senior HUD official said that updating its 203K program to make it more usable is a “high priority.”

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“Human infrastructure” is about jobs and housing

Housing Wire

Old Colony was one of the country’s first federal public housing developments. This multiyear project goes beyond renovation. They enjoy attractive homes, open spaces, access to transportation and services, and most of all, a sense of pride and hope. Take the public housing in Boston known historically as Old Colony.

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The Intersection of Eco-friendly Practices and Efficient Plumbing Systems

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Before you embark on a complete bathroom renovation, take heart. Tips Toward Plumbing Efficiency Follow the tips below, and you’ll develop a routine that will make anyone going green also green with envy. Regular inspections are important to catch plumbing issues and maintain an efficient plumbing and water transport system.

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Investors’ Guide to Mixed-Use Property for Sale: Understanding the Live-Work-Play Hybrid [2021]

The Robert Weiler Company

First, as a prospective investor interested in the mixed-use real estate development concept, you must understand the requirements of these unique community environments and the people inhabiting these structures. Mixed-use commercial property is either a building or a land development that includes both residential and commercial space.

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8 Sustainability Trends Driving Commercial Real Estate for Earth Day

The Robert Weiler Company

Commercial real estate developers are ensuring that the goal of Earth Day is being met, as evidenced by widespread initiatives in green design and sustainable building. To be clear, some of these developments have been gaining momentum for decades. reduction in operating costs in the first year and a 16.9% savings over five years.

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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

Renovation loan assessments. Local amenities – how close is the home to hospitals, schools, shops and public transport corridors? Future potential for development of the home. Home appraisals are not just for when someone is buying or selling a home for themselves however, they are also important for: New construction loans.

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7 Reasons to Invest in Multifamily Properties for Sale in 2022

The Robert Weiler Company

Additionally, certain renovations, such as updating the building’s exterior, only need to be done once for a multifamily property; whereas renovations to single-family properties would need to be done individually, resulting in multiple projects for each type of update.