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How a strategic coalition is fighting homelessness in Dallas

Housing Wire

The voucher program, also referred to as Section 8 , is designed to cover rental costs to ensure very low-income families, the elderly and the disabled can afford housing. Over the past three decades, DCH has developed more than 2,400 safe and affordable rental units in some of the most distressed areas of Dallas.

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Underwriter shortage slowing the pace of private-label deals

Housing Wire

Employment of loan officers is projected to show little or no change from 2020 to 2030,” the BLS’ Occupational Outlook for that job category states. Despite limited employment growth, about 25,000 openings for loan officers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. “The

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Driving Toward Vehicle Charging Capabilities for the Home

Will Springer Realtor

Additionally, the Washington Legislature budgeted $103M in public charging infrastructure in 2022 – all while the state passed a law last year that bans the sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2030. UL Listed: This important safety designation should never be overlooked.

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HUD announces new climate policy on energy and water benchmarking, DOE decarbonization partnership

Housing Wire

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Wednesday made a series of new climate policy announcements at the 28th United Nations (U.N.) Participating countries endorse the statement “Near-zero emission and resilient buildings are the new normal by 2030.” “The Climate Conference (COP28). At COP, the U.S.

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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. windows, doors, and plumbing parts) Natural debris from clearing sites (e.g.,

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Appraising Green Buildings: Do Solar Panels Add Value to the Property?

Boston Appraisal

Green buildings are defined as properties that use renewable energy and efficient building materials in their operation, construction, and design to create positive impacts on human and environmental health. How can building owners ensure that green features are reviewed in an appraisal?

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The Switch to Everything Electric in Your Home

Will Springer Realtor

The decrease in energy usage has mostly come from the improvements made to heating equipment, along with better window design, insulation and construction techniques. Our state has an ambitious target of achieving zero fossil-fuel greenhouse emissions in all homes and buildings by 2030.